December 12
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
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The occurrence is tantamount to a snowstorm hitting South Beach and is something even less believable than a Kardashian wedding. But Steelers wide receiver Mike Wallace insists it happened, that the perennially underrated Heath Miller engaged in some jawing during a game this season. Wallace said it took place after a defensive player got the better of Miller on one play — and let him know about it. "Heath said, 'Well, what happened the other eight plays before that?'" Wallace said with a grin. "It was kind of weird because you never hear him say anything." It is apropos then that Miller quietly has tied Elbie Nickel for the most catches (329) by a tight end in Steelers history, and that"
October 1
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
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The role of an NFL tight end continues to evolve, as increasingly complex offenses demand a more versatile athlete with equally adept blocking skills and pass-catching abilities. There are few Kellen Winslows — gifted tight ends with remarkable hands and run-blocking skills. There are fewer John Mackeys — strong, fast tight ends who bore through defenders without flinching. Heath Miller, the Steelers' steady yet hardly flashy tight end, is neither Winslow nor Mackey. But he is reliable and efficient. Miller, said quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, "is my comfort blanket." The Steelers were comfortable and confident with Miller when they inked him to a five-year deal worth $35.3 million"
August 25
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
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The essence of Heath Miller could be seen in an unremarkable scene Wednesday in the Steelers' locker room. Miller had been trying to downplay something receiver Hines Ward said about his work ethic, though the veteran tight end conceded he usually arrives at Steelers headquarters at 6:30 a.m. A couple of minutes later, Miller called a reporter back over. By the time he got to the weight room that morning, Miller said, outside linebacker James Harrison already was drenched in sweat. It was Miller's way of deflecting attention, and he went out of his way to do it. Miller may be averse to calling attention to himself, but the Steelers know better when it comes to one of the best tight ends in"
January 21
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
columnist Kevin Gorman
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The popular theory of why the Steelers will beat the New York Jets in Sunday's AFC Championship Game revolves around the return of a Pro Bowl performer who missed their previous meeting at Heinz Field. Strong safety Troy Polamalu is arguably the NFL's best defensive player and the catalyst for the league's No. 1 defense because of his ability to make heart-stopping, momentum-changing plays. But tight end Heath Miller might be the difference between the Steelers losing to the Jets and playing in Super Bowl XLV. "They're both Pro Bowl players. What Troy does for the defense definitely has an impact, but what Heath does for us is help give us balance," Steelers receiver Hines Ward said. "We"
December 23
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
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Steelers strong safety Troy Polamalu will miss his second consecutive game tonight because of a lower leg injury. The Steelers ruled Polamalu out for their 8:20 p.m. game against the Carolina Panthers at Heinz Field. Tight end Heath Miller, who missed the past two games because of post-concussion symptoms, is expected to play. Miller, who suffered a concussion in a 13-10 win against the Ravens on Dec. 5, was not listed on the injury report that the Steelers submitted to the NFL yesterday. Polamalu did not practice Tuesday or take part in the Steelers' walk-through yesterday. The Steelers would like to rest Polamalu, who is tied for second in the NFL with six interceptions, until the"
December 15
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
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Steelers tight end Heath Miller passed a post-concussion test, and barring any setbacks the sixth-year veteran will play Sunday against the visiting New York Jets. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday at his weekly news conference that Miller "has absolutely no symptoms" from the concussion he sustained in a Dec. 5 game against the Ravens. Miller will practice today, Tomlin said. Among the Steelers players who could be limited in practice this week because of injuries are strong safety Troy Polamalu (ankle), right tackle Flozell Adams (ankle), cornerbacks Bryant McFadden (hamstring) and Anthony Madison (knee) and linebacker Keyaron Fox (elbow). All are expected to play in the 4:15 p.m."
December 6
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
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Steelers tight end Heath Miller has sustained a concussion and is out for the rest of tonight's game against the Ravens. Miller's head snapped back on a hit by Ravens linebacker Jameel McClain while trying to catch a Ben Roethlisberger pass late in the third quarter. No penalty was called on the play even though Miller looked like he might be in a defenseless position."
November 23
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
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Heath Miller set a personal record on a day in which he caught seven passes for 95 yards and a touchdown. Yet the Steelers' tight end couldn't stop thinking about the pass he didn't catch following a 27-24 overtime loss to the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday. It came on the third play of the third quarter when Miller couldn't hang onto a Ben Roethlisberger pass and resulted in an interception near midfield. Seven plays later, the Chiefs scored the touchdown that allowed them to trim the Steelers' 17-7 halftime lead to three points. "It was a good ball," Miller said. "It hit me in the hands. It's a play I've got to make." Miller has caught 54 passes this season - six more than the career high he"
October 11
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
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If Heath Miller could just catch a few more passes, he'd be a shoo-in for the Pro Bowl. So goes the conventional wisdom regarding the Steelers' talented tight end. With 24 receptions through four games - putting him on pace for 96 catches, double his career-best total - Miller is taking his rightful place among the top receiving tight ends in the NFL. "I've always felt he's the best tight end in the AFC," Steelers offensive coordinator Bruce Arians said about the fifth-year pro from Virginia. "His numbers are better. They're right where we'd hope they'd be." Miller's numbers (24 receptions, 181 yards, two touchdowns) entering today's game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field are right"