Football season is just around the corner. The Pittsburgh Steelers have just completed their first week of training camp. The Steelers host a night practice tonight in Latrobe beginning at 7pm. Sunday they will be hosting a practice at Heinz Field as part of their annual Family Fest. Tickets are $10, with gates opening at 5:30pm. The Steelers will play their first preseason game next Friday against Tampa Bay at Heinz Field.
The Pitt Panthers begin their practices today. They will open their season against Virginia on Saturday, August 31st at Heinz Field.
The Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference will host their annual Media Day in Lock Haven Monday. The Slippery Rock University football team will open their season September 5th.
Last night – the NFL preseason began with the annual Hall of Fame game in Canton, Ohio. Denver defeated Atlanta 14-10. The Broncos intercepted Falcons backup quarterback Matt Schaub with less than 90 seconds remaining in the game, which set up a game-winning 38 yard touchdown drive for Denver.