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CBS News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
George Strait and Chris Stapleton are coming to Pittsburgh. Here's what to know.
George Strait, the king of country music, is coming to Pittsburgh with Chris Stapleton on Saturday. Straight is the only act in history to have a Top 10 hit every year for over three decades, and with more than 30 different platinum or multi-platinum albums, he has the third most certifications of any artist, only behind The Beatles and Elvis Presley. He'll be joined by eight-time Grammy winner Chris Stapleton and Parker McCollum. If you're going to the show, here's what you need to know. When do gates open? Gates open at 4:30 p.m., an hour after the ticket office opens at 3:30 p.m. The show starts at 5:45 p.m. Fans with general tickets can use any gate to enter the stadium. Those with floor tickets should use Gate 6 on Reedsdale Street. When do parking lots open? Parking lots on the North Shore will open for tailgating at 12:45 p.m. Fans are encouraged to arrive early to avoid traffic. This weekend is also Pittsburgh's Pride celebration, so more people will be coming Downtown. Acrisure Stadium says concertgoers can use JustPark to pre-purchase a parking pass, though inventory is limited. If you're looking to save money on parking, you can park Downtown and ride the T for free. Acrisure Stadium's bag policy The concert will follow the NFL's clear bag policy, but the stadium encourages fans to leave their bags at home. If you need to bring one, you can bring a clear plastic bag the size of a 1-gallon Ziploc bag or a small handheld purse clutch. One thing you don't need to bring: cash. Acrisure Stadium is a cashless venue, both for concessions and merch. Credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted.
New York Times
5 days ago
- Business
- New York Times
What a healthy Troy Fautanu and leaner Broderick Jones mean for the Steelers' O-line
PITTSBURGH — On a dreary Wednesday in Western Pennsylvania, as the rain poured relentlessly, Pittsburgh Steelers right tackle Troy Fautanu beamed with excitement, knowing that his return to the playing field signaled the end of his personal storm. 'Man, I've been looking forward to this for a really long time,' Fautanu said after the Steelers' second day of organized team activities. 'It's felt like a million years since I've been back out here.' Advertisement When the Steelers drafted Fautanu in the first round in 2024, the hope was that he could help transform a weakness on the offensive line into a strength. He impressed during training camp to put himself in position for early playing time. But during the preseason, he sustained a minor injury to his left knee that delayed his debut until Week 2 in Denver, where he played 55 offensive snaps. The following week, several members of Fautanu's extended family had flights booked to Pittsburgh to watch the rookie in his first home game at Acrisure Stadium. However, it turned out that the tough injury luck was only beginning. 'I remember exactly where it was,' Fautanu said Wednesday, pointing to the end zone. 'It was over there.' On the Friday ahead of the Week 3 game against the Los Angeles Chargers, the Steelers began practice with their classic drill, Seven Shots, which features seven plays from the 2-yard line. 'I was trying to anchor down,' Fautanu said. 'My foot just got caught in the ground weird. My body twisted. My leg didn't.' The torque tore the medial patellofemoral ligament in the 6-foot-4, 315-pound lineman's right knee and dislocated his kneecap momentarily. An MRI confirmed the news, and he was placed on injured reserve. Fautanu would have to undergo surgery in Los Angeles, followed by a rehab process estimated at four to six months. Though he didn't realize it right away, Fautanu's rookie season was over less than a week after it began. 'Once that happened, there were a lot of nights where you can't really see the light on the other side of the tunnel,' Fautanu said. 'You put so much into preparing for your rookie year. It was heartbreaking for me.' Fautanu, a deep thinker who says he can sometimes get himself into trouble on the field by overthinking, felt he 'didn't handle it the best' at times, as the weight of expectation and the early roadblock in his career festered into frustration. Advertisement 'You're going to have those good days, and you're gonna have those bad days,' Fautanu said. 'The good days were good, and the bad days were really bad. I was just thinking about, 'Am I gonna make it back? Is the team expecting me to be back?' There was a whole lot of stuff going through my head at the time.' Of all the teammates, coaches and others who supported Fautanu through the rehab process, he leaned most on his mother. 'My mom always knows best,' Fautanu said. 'When I'd get in those slumps, she'd call me and she knew what I was going through.' Now, about eight months removed from surgery, Fautanu is nearing the end of his long road to recovery. The coaches have been careful to work Fautanu back methodically. He's nearly up to full strength and expects he'll be a full participant when the pads come on at training camp. 'It made me more hungry than I already was,' Fautanu said. 'And I was pretty damn ready to play.' With Fautanu nearing full health, Steelers GM Omar Khan's vision for the offensive line can finally become a reality. From the moment Khan was promoted to general manager, he's made it a priority to remake the offensive line and build a team that can win games at the line of scrimmage. In his first two drafts, Khan spent two first-round picks on tackles (Broderick Jones in 2023 and Fautanu in 2024), a second-round pick at center (Zach Frazier in 2024) and a fourth-round pick at guard (Mason McCormick in 2024). Though the process is sound, the return on investment hasn't yet been realized. During the 2024 season, former left tackle Dan Moore Jr. allowed a league-high 12 sacks. Jones finished tied for second in that unflattering category with 11 sacks allowed. At the same time, the offensive line didn't open holes for running backs frequently enough, as Pittsburgh averaged just 4.1 yards per carry. Only six teams were less efficient on the ground. Advertisement Fautanu's return in and of itself is significant. It's essentially like an extra first-round pick. But the ripple effect is just as important. Even before the Steelers drafted Fautanu, they planned to play Jones at left tackle in the long term. However, that didn't come to fruition in 2024 because of Fautanu's injury, which forced Jones to spend his second NFL season on the right side. Though Jones has all the physical traits to be a successful tackle in the NFL, he also entered the league a bit raw after starting just 19 games at Georgia. Despite Jones' inexperience, the Steelers threw a lot onto his plate, asking him to start at right tackle and then, at some uncertain point, flip to the left side. With Fautanu back, Jones can focus his attention on just one position as he tries to prove he can play like a first-round pick following a pair of up-and-down seasons. 'They tried to make me the swing tackle (last year),' Jones said. 'It was kind of funky. I knew I'll be going back to left, so this offseason, I just tried to focus on nothing but the left side.' Jones reported to OTAs noticeably leaner, which was intentional. He played last year around 325-330 pounds and has now dropped about 20 pounds to be around 305 or 310. At times in Jones' second season, he didn't have the same quick feet that were a signature of his game. By slimming down, he's been more explosive at practice. 'Being back on the left, I feel like it's a bigger boost for me, just because I've been used to playing on the left side,' Jones said. 'Being out here going against people like Alex (Highsmith) and Nick (Herbig), it really helps with the confidence level. When you're able to block guys like that, it makes you feel like you can do it at any level versus anybody.' Fautanu and Jones are now in their long-term spots on the depth chart, but the spotlight is only beginning to shine on these two players. When Khan chose to take a patient, trench-oriented approach to roster building, it was a logical strategy for a team that needed upgrades, especially if it wanted to have a run-heavy offense. Now in Year 3 of the Khan era, it's time for the offensive line to become the reason the Steelers are competitive late into seasons. Advertisement But those bright lights are a welcome change for Fautanu after many dark days of rehab. 'Those nights sitting in my room, like, 'Man, am I going to come back from this?'' Fautanu said. 'But at the end of the day, I made it through. I feel like that's what made me stronger. That's what's going to make me and fuel me to play the best that I can for this team.' (Photo of Troy Fautanu: Joe Sargent / Getty Images)
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Billy Joel Cancels All Concerts Due to Brain Disorder
Billy Joel, January 2024 () Earlier this year, Billy Joel postponed numerous concerts due to a then-unspecified medical condition. The musician and his team have now canceled those shows and revealed that Joel was recently diagnosed with a brain disorder called normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH). 'This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision, and balance,' Joel's team stated. 'Under his doctor's instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period.' See the full statement and the affected tour dates below. Joel performed two shows in February before postponing, and now canceling, his tour dates. All tickets for the canceled shows will be automatically refunded. *The Stranger* Each Sunday, Pitchfork takes an in-depth look at a significant album from the past, and any record not in our archives is eligible. Today we revisit Billy Joel's greatest album, a sublimely crafted breakthrough that finds the meeting ground of the romantic and the mundane. Billy Joel: Billy Joel has announced that he will be cancelling all scheduled concerts following a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH). This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision, and balance. Under his doctor's instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period. Billy is thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health. He is grateful for the support from fans during this time and looks forward to the day when he can once again take the stage. 'I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding,' said Billy Joel. Billy Joel: 04-26 Milwaukee, WI - American Family Field * 07-05 Pittsburgh, PA - Acrisure Stadium # 07-18 Bronx, New York - Yankee Stadium # 08-08 East Rutherford, NJ - MetLife Stadium 08-21 Queens, NY - Citi Field * 09-05 Washington, D.C. - Nationals Park 09-20 Cincinnati, OH - Paycor Stadium # 10-04 Santa Clara, CA - Levi's Stadium ^ 10-18 New Orleans, LA - Caesars Superdome ^ 11-01 Hollywood, FL - Hard Rock Live 11-15 Detroit, MI - Ford Field ^ 03-14 Toronto, Ontario - Rogers Centre 04-10 Syracuse, NY - JMA Wireless Dome * 05-22 Salt Lake City, UT - Rice-Eccles Stadium * 06-06 Edinburgh, Scotland - Scottish Gas Murrayfield 06-20 Liverpool, England - Anfield 07-03 Charlotte, NC - Bank of America Stadium * * with Sting # with Rod Stewart ^ with Stevie Nicks Originally Appeared on Pitchfork
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Billy Joel Diagnosed with Brain Disorder, Cancels All Upcoming Tour Dates
The post Billy Joel Diagnosed with Brain Disorder, Cancels All Upcoming Tour Dates appeared first on Consequence. Billy Joel has revealed that he has been diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH), a brain disorder that causes fluid to accumulate in the brain's ventricles, leading to issues with hearing, vision, and balance. The condition has been 'exacerbated' by recent live performances, and as a result, the 76-year-old musician has been forced to cancel all upcoming concerts scheduled through 2026. 'Under his doctor's instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period. He is grateful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health,' according to a statement released on Friday. In his own words, Joel added, 'I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding.' Joel most recently performed in February, during which he notably fell on his back while attempting to throw his microphone to a stagehand. In March, he postponed four months' worth of tour dates for what was then described as an undisclosed medical condition requiring surgery. The symptoms of NPH are reversible if caught early enough. The condition impacts 0.3% of adults between the age of 70 and 80 years old, with the primary symptoms being cognitive difficulties, trouble walking, and urinary incontinence, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Those diagnosed with the disorder may undergo surgery to implant a device that drains excess fluid. Editor's Note: Listen to The Opus: Billy Joel, our podcast unpacking the legacy of his breakthrough album The Stranger. Listen to episode on here, and find other episodes here. Billy Joel 2025-2026 Tour Dates: 07/05 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Acrisure Stadium ^ 07/18 – Bronx, NY @ Yankee Stadium ^ 08/08 – East Rutherford, NJ @ MetLife Stadium # 08/21 – Queens, NY @ Citi Field * 09/05 – Washington, DC @ Nationals Park * 09/20 – Cincinnati, OH @ Paycor Stadium ^ 10/04 – Santa Clara, CA @ Levi's Stadium # 10/18 – New Orleans, LA @ Caesars Superdome # 11/01 – Hollywood, FL @ Hard Rock Live 11/15 – Detroit, MI @ Ford Field # 03/16/2026 – Toronto, ON @ Rogers Centre 04/10 – Syracuse, NY @ JMA Wireless Dome * 05/22 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Rice-Eccles Stadium * 06/06 – Edinburgh, UK @ Scottish Gas Murrayfield 06/20 – Liverpool, UK @ Anfield 07/03 – Charlotte, NC @ Bank of America Stadium * TBD – Milwaukee, WI @ American Family Field * * = w/ Sting # = w/ Stevie Nicks ^ = w/ Rod Stewart Popular Posts Holy Shit, You Have to See Footage from System of a Down's Concert in Brazil Bruce Springsteen Gives Trump the Middle Finger with Another Defiant Concert Guns N' Roses Share Video of Axl Rose Repeatedly Falling Onstage: Watch The 30 Best Action Movie Stars of All Time, Ranked Trump Warns Springsteen: "He Ought to Keep His Mouth Shut Until He's Back Into the Country" Neil Young to Trump: "I'm Not Scared of You. Neither Are the Rest of Us" Subscribe to Consequence's email digest and get the latest breaking news in music, film, and television, tour updates, access to exclusive giveaways, and more straight to your inbox.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
New York Giants' Matt Swensen wins first place in Hall of Fame photo contest
New York Giants creative and photography director Matt Swenson's photo of three Giants rookies during a pregame "contemplative moment" won first prize out of 1,200 entries in the Feature category in the Pro Football Hall of Fame's annual photo contest. The black-and-white photo shows tight end Theo Johnson, cornerback Dru Phillips, and wide receiver Malik Nabers "taking a moment in deep thought before the Giants' primetime game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on Oct. 28, 2024." "There's always a level of chaos during pre-game introductions, especially as the road team, and that is when I captured this photo," Swensen recalled in an interview with "On the opposite side of the field, I noticed three of our rookies in the end zone and they were backlit by the fireworks. I ran over trying not to be too intrusive in the moment because that's their time to get mentally ready."The Giants lost the game, 26-18, but it was obviously not a wasted effort, especially for Swenson. This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: Giants' Matt Swensen wins first place in Hall of Fame photo contest
