DK: Fautanu fueled by 55 snaps, two good friends taken on the South Side (Top story). Photo by DEJAN KOVACEVIC / DKPS

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'Even more hungry'

DK: Fautanu fueled by 55 snaps, two good friends

By Dejan Kovacevicon the South Side

Troy Fautanu's relived his NFL debut last September in Denver more times than he'd ever care to count, if only because, it's been that long since he's played football. Now, thanks to hard work and heavy inspiration from teammates Calvin Austin and Cory Trice, he's healthy, happy and ready to be maybe the Steelers' most pivotal piece in 2025.Read More

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