Yousaf delivers the final blow in Charleston's regional title victory Oct 26, 2009
Flaming Hearts junior Petje Radtke beat the Trojans defense down the right side of the field and drilled a shot that beat Charleston senior goalkeeper Aaron Smith to the left side of the goal. The rest of regulation and the first overtime saw Charleston hold a possession advantage, but the physical nature of the game and the field condition kept the game even. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Police Beat: Oct. 25, 2009 Oct 25, 2009
5 Pittman Rd.: Tony D. Edward, 39, Anchorage, crossed the centerline driving a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado and hit a 1989 Ford Ranger being driven by Aaron Smith, 25, Wasilla. Damage to each vehicle: 8,000. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Both Mattoon teams, Charleston's boys advance in cross country Oct 25, 2009
Riley McInerney s fifth place and Aaron Smith s ninth led Charleston s boys to third place as a team. Mattoon with Blake Flood taking seventh, Joe Calio eighth and Jon Righter 11th finished fourth in the team standings. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Steelers Notebook: Polamalu says he's ready to go, but might wear brace in game Oct 24, 2009
Defensive end Aaron Smith, still battling illness before he can have rotator-cuff surgery, was curled up behind a column in the indoor practice facility making a cell-phone call when a Jeff Reed cross-field practice kick accidentally strayed left and thunked Smith on the back. Smith, still on the phone, shot the kicker a look. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Census sets up new interactive website Oct 24, 2009
"The under-30 group is almost universally online," says Aaron Smith, research specialist at the Pew Internet & American Life Project, a non-profit that studies the social role of the Internet. The world has changed since the last Census in 2000. (USA Today -- Tech)
GAME PLAN: Vikings-Steelers Oct 24, 2009
And underrated end Aaron Smith is gone for the year with a torn rotator cuff. A huge loss. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
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Alison Krattiger and 21-month-old Ellery assemble with other community members to honor fallen Soldier Sgt. Aaron Smith Oct. 16 along Grant Avenue. simpleblog:form::::::200:1. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
NFL Transaction Wire-Week Six Oct 23, 2009
Pittsburgh Steelers Wednesday: Placed DE Aaron Smith on IR, signed DE Ra'Shon Smith off Carolina Panthers practice squad. Comments: The loss of Smith is big since he's an excellent run defender and offers decent pass rush ability. (GridIronGateway.com)
Peterson tries to end Steelers 100-yard streak Oct 22, 2009
This will be the Steelers defense s first big test against an elite runner without defensive end Aaron Smith, one of the NFL s top run stoppers. He is out for the season with a right shoulder injury. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Steelers not fantasizing about Vikings' Peterson (Yesterday) Oct 22, 2009
That's why they went to Aaron Smith -- the team's outstanding run-stuffing defensive end -- before the Steelers played the Vikings in an exhibition game last season to ask for a favor. "Please, don't let that guy get through the line," Polamalu and Clark told Smith. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
On the Steelers: Reed will play Sunday Oct 21, 2009
Travis Kirschke had three tackles and a quarterback pressure while playing most of the snaps for injured Aaron Smith. Nick Eason spelled Kirschke and right end Brett Keisel, and rookie Ziggy Hood got into seven plays at left end. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Pitt Notebook: South Florida's Daniels to test Panthers Oct 21, 2009
" No returns Pitt's punt returner, Aaron Smith, hasn't had much success this season (he is averaging 5.9 yards per return with the longest at 17 yards), but Wannstedt isn't looking at making any changes -- or at least not until Cameron Saddler (sprained ankle) returns. Both players are Gateway graduates. "We haven't gotten much out of it, but he's caught the ball," Wannstedt said. "You always have to be careful there. As long as we're making positive plays, it is what you want. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Passing fancy: Steelers beat Browns, 27-14 Oct 19, 2009
The Steelers' defense without end Aaron Smith performed well enough, although it was difficult to judge against the offensively challenged Browns. Cleveland had 91 yards rushing. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
On the Steelers: Big Ben ... Not just a fantasy Oct 18, 2009
Tomlin's strategy with Hood is a good one, even if he were ready to take over for Aaron Smith at left defensive end ... Perhaps because Aaron Smith played so well they did not feel they needed to pay attention to the spot. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Game 6 Matchup: Steelers vs. Browns Oct 18, 2009
That may change against the Steelers, who lost DE Aaron Smith (torn rotator). Keep an eye on. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Steelers Notebook: Smith's absence hurts run defense Oct 17, 2009
How important is defensive end Aaron Smith to the Steelers' defense. The Steelers have not allowed a 100-yard rusher in 23 consecutive regular-season games (27 counting postseason), the second-longest streak in the National Football League behind the Minnesota Vikings (28). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
US industrial production jumps in September Oct 17, 2009
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Browns must get offense to renew Steelers rivalry Oct 17, 2009
Losing defensive end Aaron Smith to a season-ending shoulder injury was a major setback to a Steelers defense that is No. 4 in the league, and linebacker James Farrior said they must learn to win without one of the league's best run stoppers. "We've got to see how we adjust," Farrior said. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Polamalu, Mendenhall set to start RB rotation will be made on spot Oct 17, 2009
In the same week they lost defensive end Aaron Smith with a season-ending injury, the Steelers will get two of their injured Pro Bowl players back for their game tomorrow against the Cleveland Browns. Problem is, only one will start. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
On the Steelers: LeBeau faces another test Oct 16, 2009
Gene J. Puskar/Associated Press Steelers defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau must deal with the absence of injured defensive end Aaron Smith ... The injury gods returned Troy Polamalu to the Steelers this week and snatched Aaron Smith for the rest of the season ... "Aaron is a guy, he just doesn't get blocked. But we have good depth in the defensive line, and I know those guys will step in there and do a good job. There's only one Aaron Smith, but I think we'll function very well with the guys we... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Letter tackles troops' morale Oct 16, 2009
An Oct. 2 incident in which an Afghan police officer shot and killed two of the brigade's soldiers Sgt. Aaron Smith and Pfc. Brandon Owens set off much of the unit's frustration, Haight said. (USA Today)
Polamalu tries to restore edginess to Steelers Oct 16, 2009
And they'll play the rest of the season without defensive end Aaron Smith (rotator cuff), one of the NFL's best run defenders, starting Sunday against the Browns (1-4). Since Polamalu went down with a torn medial collateral ligament in his left knee Sept. 10 against Tennessee, the fourth quarter has become a misadventure for a team that traditionally is as good as any in finishing off teams. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Shoulder injury ends season for Steelers’ Smith Oct 15, 2009
Shoulder injury ends season for Steelers Smith - Somerset - Daily American. On the same day Polamalu returned to practice after missing four games with a knee injury, the Steelers scrambled on Wednesday to replace Smith, the run-smothering defensive end who was placed on the injured reserve list with a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Jerry Micco's sports chat transcript (Yesterday) Oct 15, 2009
James_Taipei: What is your take on Aaron Smith being out for the year ... praveen: In breaking news, Aaron Smith's agent just classified the Pirates chances of hitting. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
NOTES Bills fan raises money for huge message of discontent Oct 15, 2009
Steelers defensive end Aaron Smith was placed on the injured reserve list with a torn rotator cuff. Nothing to it: Brady Quinn said that he has not asked Browns coach Eric Mangini to trade him and that he only put his suburban home up for sale because he wants to downsize and shorten his commute. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Steelers DE Smith put on IR, lost for season Oct 15, 2009
Aaron Smith of Pittsburgh Steelers placed on injured reserve, out for season - ESPN ... Steelers Aaron Smith Put On IR ... Adam Schefter on the Steelers DE Aaron Smith being out for the rest of the seasonTags. (ESPN -- Football)
Browns-Steelers: Mid-Week Notes Oct 15, 2009
Aaron Smith tormenting an ex-Browns QB ... "By no means is Ziggy Hood a potential replacement for Aaron Smith at this point," Tomlin said ... --DE Travis Kirschke likely would start if Aaron Smith cannot go, but he is having back issues after Sunday's game. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Steelers swap Smith for Polamalu, Parker Oct 15, 2009
The Steelers believe they're better fortified to withstand the loss of Aaron Smith than they were in 2007. Having Troy Polamalu back Sunday will help. (SteelCitySports.com)
Fourth & Goal: Oct 15, 2009
comDate: Oct 14, 2009 Could Ziggy Hood become a silver lining in the Aaron Smith saga. Mike Prisuta points out that rookies have come through in the not-so-distant past. (SteelCitySports.com)
Smith on IR, replaced by Sunny Harris Oct 15, 2009
Aaron Smith (Daniel/Getty Images) ... PITTSBURGH The Steelers placed defensive Aaron Smith on Injured Reserve late Tuesday afternoon with a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder, meaning the rock of their defensive line will miss the rest of the season. (SteelCitySports.com)
Steelers' Smith to miss rest of season Oct 15, 2009
Peter Diana / Post-Gazette Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Aaron Smith will miss the rest of the season due to a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder. Aaron Smith's right shoulder ached for weeks before tests this week finally showed the Steelers' defensive end needed season-ending surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff ... The signs: Aaron Smith's right shoulder had been aching for weeks before Sunday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Steelers suffer big blow: DE Smith out for season Oct 15, 2009
Aaron Smith will miss rest of Pittsburgh Steelers season - NFL - SI.com ... Aaron Smith has a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder ... With Aaron Smith in the lineup, the Steelers ranked second in the NFL against the run. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Limbaugh rushed out door by group bidding for Rams Oct 15, 2009
Playing the rest of the season without Aaron Smith might be an equally big challenge for one of the NFL s best defenses. On the same day Polamalu returned to practice after missing four games with a knee injury, the Steelers scrambled to replace Smith, the run-smothering defensive end who was placed on the injured reserve list with a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder. (Boston Globe)
Checketts: Limbaugh out of group looking to buy Rams Oct 15, 2009
However, as those two starters are getting healthy, starting defensive end Aaron Smith was placed on injured reserve Wednesday with a shoulder injury. Copyright 2009 The Sports NetworkAll rights reserved. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Limbaugh dropped from bid for Rams Oct 15, 2009
" The Rams had no comment, reissuing a statement from Oct. 5 in which owner Chip Rosenbloom said a review of the team's ownership was under way and the club will make an announcement when it's over. Stafford practices ALLEN PARK, Mich. - Detroit Lions quarterback Matt Stafford took part in individual drills Wednesday, three days after missing a loss to Pittsburgh. The former Georgia star, who hurt his knee in an Oct. 4 loss at Chicago, took the first snap in offensive drills and participated in... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Cable could face discipline from NFL Oct 14, 2009
Steelers defensive end Aaron Smith, Pittsburgh's third-longest-tenured player, has a right shoulder injury that coach Mike Tomlin said "potentially could be significant.". This article appeared on page B - 3 of the San Francisco Chronicle. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Trojan soccer team captures Apollo crown Oct 14, 2009
Aaron Smith, the Charleston goalkeeper had two saves. The Trojans had 18 shots, five on goal and the defense allowed just two shots, both on goal. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Colts’ Irsay won’t support Limbaugh’s bid Oct 14, 2009
Steelers Smith hurt Steelers defensive end Aaron Smith has a right shoulder injury that coach Mike Tomlin said could be significant. Smith was injured Sunday and the team is not certain how long one of its most reliable and productive players will be out, although it apparently is anticipating an extended absence. (Boston Globe)
Taking it 1 step further: Smith wins Apollo cross country meet Oct 14, 2009
NEWTON -- Charleston senior Aaron Smith came within one spot of completing one of his goals at last year s Apollo Conference cross country meet when he finished second ... Aaron Smith, 14:32; 5. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Ryan upset with Jets defense Oct 14, 2009
Steelers' Smith injured: Pittsburgh defensive end Aaron Smith has a right shoulder injury that coach Mike Tomlin said "potentially could be significant.". Smith, injured Sunday in Detroit, was being evaluated Tuesday. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Mike Tomlin press conference Oct 14, 2009
The good news from Mike Tomlin is that Troy Polamalu and Willie Parker will practice this week, but the Steelers' coach delivered some potentially bad news about Aaron Smith ... So hell continue along those lines in terms of participation, but by no means is Ziggy Hood a potential replacement for Aaron Smith at this point. (SteelCitySports.com)
Smith to undergo surgery Oct 14, 2009
Aaron Smith (Stewart/Getty Images) ... The news is in on Aaron Smith, and it's not good news for the best 3-4 defensive end in the league ... "He's got a lot of talent. He's not out of the oven yet ... By no means is Ziggy Hood a replacement for Aaron Smith at this point. It'll probably be a committee of bodies who'll try to fill that void?". (SteelCitySports.com)
On the Steelers: Smith sidelined indefinitely Oct 14, 2009
Chris Graythen/Getty Images Steelers defensive end Aaron Smith is dealing with a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder. Already tested by the loss of Troy Polamalu, the Steelers' defense will have to dig even deeper because it appears they will not have end Aaron Smith possibly for the rest of the season ... "By no means is Ziggy Hood a potential replacement for Aaron Smith at this point," Tomlin said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Ed Bouchette's Steelers chat transcript (Yesterday) Oct 14, 2009
You heard the news, i suppose, by now that Aaron Smith has a "potentially significant" shoulder injury ... Maybe with Aaron Smith out for awhile, keeping Eason, a veteran, might turn out to be the smart move ... 4thqtr_defense: Hi Ed, When do you think we'll know the extent of Aaron Smith's injury. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Aaron Smith out with shoulder injury (Yesterday) Oct 14, 2009
Aaron Smith out with shoulder injury ... Just as the Steelers welcome the possible return of safety Troy Polamalu this week, it appears they have lost the services of defensive end Aaron Smith. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
TUESDAY'S HIGH SCHOOL RESULTS Oct 14, 2009
Charleston's Aaron Smith won the Apollo Conference cross country meet with a time of 14 minutes, 32 seconds. The Trojans finished fourth as a team. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Steelers DE Smith sidelined with shoulder injury Oct 14, 2009
Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Aaron Smith out with right shoulder injury - ESPN ... "He's not out of the oven yet, if you will. We acknowledge that. He acknowledged that. And as long as we continue to do that, he'll move in the right direction. ... But by no means is Ziggy Hood a potential replacement for Aaron Smith at this point.". (ESPN -- Football)
Cook: Return to Blitzburgh a half-full trip (Yesterday) Oct 13, 2009
"You can't block him without holding him," Steelers defensive end Aaron Smith added. "If I'm an offensive lineman, I hold him every play. They're not going to call it on every play, and that's the only way you can stop him.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Charleston boys fifth; Mattoon's Calio second at Cumberland Oct 12, 2009
TODAY'S HEADLINES SPECIAL SECTION ONLINE POLL ONLINE EXTRAS SITE TOOLS OTHER LINKS. By MIKE MONAHAN, Staff Writer. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Steelers' Moore proving more and more valuable (Yesterday) Oct 10, 2009
It's hard to say Moore is the most reliable player on a team that has tight end Heath Miller and defensive end Aaron Smith, whose performances always seem to be somewhere between terrific and extraordinary. But he would be in the top five. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
What is Pitt's injury situation? (Yesterday) Oct 6, 2009
That means Aundre Wright and Antwuan Reed will return kicks and Aaron Smith will again be returning punts. Dave Wannstedt said today he expects Fields to practice this week and play. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Steelers Report Card: Game Four vs. San Diego Chargers Oct 5, 2009
DE Aaron Smith had one of two sacks on QB Philip Rivers and DE Brett Keisel collapsed the pocket on several occasions, though he didn't get a sack. Linebackers. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Goldbugs come from behind Oct 4, 2009
The Rockets shocked the Bugs and their fans with an 88-yard kick-off return for a touchdown by senior Aaron Smith midway through the third quarter to give the visitors their last lead of the game at 20-19. Coach Ryan Laverty s crew bounced back decisively in scoring the last 22 points of the contest to claim a big win that evened Alva s district record at 1-1 and improved their overall mark to 3-2 while Mount St. Mary fell to 0-2 and 1-4. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Oil prices fall as US job losses mount Oct 3, 2009
"Employment will decline by about an additional 800,000 jobs before bottoming out in the first half of next year," said Aaron Smith, a senior economist for Moody's Economy. com. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Soccer Trojans get win Oct 1, 2009
Defensively, the Trojans back line and goalkeeper Aaron Smith cut off several Central scoring chances and kept the Maroons offense in check throughout the game. Charleston defenders Quinn Hussey, Jacob Dallas, Adam Sims and McCausland were consistently clearing balls out of their own territory. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
GDP revision shows recession winding down Oct 1, 2009
The latest data "sets the stage for an improved economic outlook for the rest of 2009 and throughout 2010," said Aaron Smith at Moody's Economy. com. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Third down creating problems Sep 30, 2009
While Saddler has been excelling with kick returns, the punt returns with sophomore Aaron Smith, also of Gateway, have been struggling. The Panthers are averaging just 7. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Post-Game quotes after Cincinnati debacle Sep 30, 2009
Aaron Smith, Defensive end. Q: Is it disappointing that you haven't been able to do what you usually do and get off the field at the end of games. (SteelCitySports.com)
On the Steelers: Bengals looking balanced Sep 25, 2009
Brett Keisel and fellow end Aaron Smith lead the Steelers' defense with a combined 13 quarterback hurries/pressures out of 36. But three sacks are not nearly enough. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Charleston boys place 2nd in Mattoon Invite Sep 25, 2009
MATTOON -- The Charleston boys cross country team placed second in the 12-team Mattoon Invitational Thursday as Aaron Smith finished second overall in the three-mile race with a time of 15 minutes, 46 ... Aaron Smith ran really well, said Charleston coach Derrick Landrus ... Aaron Smith, Charleston 15:46. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Mattoon Cross Country Invitational has grown to 12 schools Sep 24, 2009
The Green Wave s Joe Calio and Charleston s Aaron Smith are among the leading individual contenders. See the preview in Thursday s JG/T-C.. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
New rule won't change Hines Ward Sep 24, 2009
" Holmes practices Santonio Holmes tossed off the temporary cast on his left wrist and went through a full practice yesterday. The NFL's second-leading wide receiver with 214 yards did ice down his wrist after practice but expects no problems with it this week. "It's just something sore from the game, normal football stuff," said Holmes, whose wrist was injured when he braced himself on the ground in Chicago. Safety Tyrone Carter (bruised thigh) did not practice but coach Mike Tomlin said he... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Roland L. Smitty Smith Sep 23, 2009
his grandchildren, Jeremiah and Aaron Smith, Kristi Richardson, Jacob and Joshua Jimenez; his great-grandchildren Hailee, Josee and Jace Smith; and his brother, Lamoyne Smith of Topeka, Kan. Roland was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie; his parents, Walter and Jenny; and a brother, Ivan. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Steelers' defense deserves bulk of blame for loss to Bears (Yesterday) Sep 23, 2009
They also had just one sack officially -- by defensive end Aaron Smith -- although safety Tyrone Carter should have been credited with another when he tackled Cutler for a 1-yard loss after a scramble. It's no wonder the defense couldn't hold a 14-7 fourth-quarter lead. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Reed embarrassed by two field-goal misses (Yesterday) Sep 22, 2009
You expect him to miss field-goal attempts about as often as defensive end Aaron Smith gets blown off the ball or tight end Heath Miller drops a pass. It just almost never happens. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
