November 3, 2008 James Farrior had 13 tackles and .5 sacks on Monday as the Steelers defeated the Redskins 23-6.
Our View:Farrior was all over the field on MNF. He now has 63 tackles and two sacks this season.
September 18, 2008 Steelers linebacker James Farrior is $7,500 lighter in the wallet, as the NFL fined him for making an obscene gesture to Cleveland Browns fans on Sunday, according to NFL.com.
Our View:Farrior also drew a taunting flag for the gesture, though he says he was angry that Browns fans were cheering that a Steelers player was injured.
August 25, 2008 The Steelers' run defense held strong against the Vikings in preseason action Saturday, as they only allowed 17 rushing yards in the first half, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Stud Adrian Peterson only mustered 11 rushing yards and Chester Taylor was limited to five yards.
Our View:This further solidifies the Steelers' rank as a top-5 fantasy unit for 2008.
August 21, 2008 James Farrior has agreed to a new five-year deal worth $18.25 million, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He receives a $5 million signing bonus.
Our View:Farrior was entering the final year of his current deal. He is 33 years old, and the extension will keep him in Pittsburgh until the end of his career.
August 20, 2008 KDKA-TV in Pittsburgh reports the Steelers and linebacker James Farrior are close to working out a contract extension, according to Pro Football Talk.
Our View:Farrior is entering the last year of his current deal. He’s due to earn a base salary of $3.24 million in 2008. Per the report, the deal could come as soon as tomorrow, and likely will be hammered out before Saturday’s game against the Vikings.
