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Steelers CB Prospect Trains on Scheduled Off Day to Push for Starting Job

Training camp often reveals which players are ready to rise when opportunity knocks, and no position in Pittsburgh has been more competitive than cornerback. With Cory Trice Jr. and Joey Porter Jr. nursing soft-tissue injuries and veteran Darius Slay getting a day off, reps opened up—and a few lesser-known names made the most of them.

James Pierre made a strong statement on Saturday with two interceptions during one-on-one drills, one of which came on a slant route intended for Robert Woods. The veteran WR was clearly frustrated, but the sideline lit up as Jalen Ramsey himself ran over to celebrate with Pierre, signaling just how much the locker room noticed the moment.

Pierre wasn’t the only one flashing. Beanie Bishop Jr., a second-year corner looking to solidify a roster spot, broke up a would-be touchdown pass in the end zone during the team’s Seven Shots period. His timing and positioning on the play were textbook, further elevating his stock.

Steelers Camp Takeaways: Unheralded CB Stepping Up, No LT for Fautanu

With rookies like Donte Kent missing from practice and Trice Jr.’s availability in doubt—head coach Mike Tomlin later confirmed the corner would be out for “more than a few days”—the competition has narrowed for the final roster spots. The Steelers usually carry six cornerbacks, and with Ramsey, Slay, Porter, and Brandin Echols considered locks, only two spots remain.

James Pierre, who has long been praised for his special teams value and reliability as a gunner, now appears to be inching closer to a return spot on the 53-man roster. Meanwhile, Bishop’s rise adds a new wrinkle to a crowded cornerback group.

If Trice and Kent remain sidelined, they may have to watch their biggest competitors for roster spots secure a place—by simply staying healthy and showing up when it counts most.

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Bills Cheerleader Sues Bills Player for Sexual Harassment After He Relentlessly Flirted With Her – Despite Being Married with a Child
BUFFALO, NY – December 11, 2025 A bombshell lawsuit has just been filed in Erie County Court that has all of Western New York talking. Ashley, the 24-year-old face of the Buffalo Jills and widely regarded as the squad’s most popular and recognizable cheerleader, has officially sued a current Buffalo Bills player for what her legal team calls “persistent and unwanted sexual harassment through aggressive flirting” – even though the player is married with a young child. Court documents obtained today name 27-year-old Shane Buechele – the Bills’ third-string QB who married his high-school sweetheart Reiley in 2022 and has a 2-year-old son – as the defendant. What the lawsuit alleges: Since the start of the 2025 season, Buechele allegedly began sending Ashley private Instagram messages after every home game, complimenting her looks and performances with increasingly suggestive language. Multiple late-night phone calls (some as late as 2-3 a.m.) in which Buechele allegedly complained about his lack of playing time, “just wanted to hear her voice,” and invited her for private coffee meet-ups. Unsolicited shirtless and suggestive photos sent directly to Ashley’s phone. Repeatedly showing up “by coincidence” at community and charity events Ashley was scheduled to attend, creating unwanted one-on-one encounters. In the filing, Ashley states: “I made it crystal clear on multiple occasions that I only wanted a professional relationship and was focused on my career. He completely ignored my boundaries. The middle-of-the-night calls left me terrified and suffering from severe insomnia. This has taken a serious toll on my mental health.” Immediate fallout: The Buffalo Bills have suspended Shane Buechele indefinitely without pay pending an internal investigation. Reiley Buechele has locked all of her social media accounts and has made no public statement. Ashley’s attorney says they will seek damages “well into seven figures” and hope the case sets a precedent for better protection of NFL cheerleaders league-wide. The NFL has confirmed it is monitoring the situation closely and may impose additional discipline. One Bills Mafia is completely split: #TeamAshley supporters are demanding Buechele be cut immediately: “Married with a kid and still doing this? Disgusting.” Others are calling it an overreaction: “Flirty DMs and compliments? This feels like a money grab or a PR stunt.” The case is still in its earliest stages, with an initial court appearance expected in early 2026. What do YOU think – is this legitimate workplace harassment, or is the cheerleader blowing things out of proportion? Drop your take in the comments and turn on notifications – this story is only getting hotter!