AFC North Notebook: Ryan Clark retires as a Steeler; Kubiak says Flacco is elite
Every Friday, theScore's NFL editors will bring you a roundup of everything you need to know from around the division with the AFC North Notebook.
Pittsburgh Steelers
Ryan Clark retires as a Steeler. The 35-year-old safety, who played for the Steelers from 2006 to 2013, announced his retirement Wednesday after 13 seasons.
First-round draft projections. The Steelers hold the No. 22 overall pick in this year's draft, and while most analysts see them taking a cornerback in the first round, that isn't the consensus.
Harrison might have world's strongest arms. Based on this video, 36-year-old linebacker James Harrison should be more than capable of returning for a 13th season.
Cincinnati Bengals
Bengals lower ticket prices. The Bengals announced Thursday that they are decreasing the price of their cheapest ticket for next season to $35, the lowest available at Paul Brown Stadium since 2003.
Still takes on Instagram troll. Devon Still delivered the perfect response to a person ranting about wasting money on a recent Instagram photo of his daughter Leah participating in a fashion show.
Lewis excited about McCarron's future. AJ McCarron spent most of his rookie season nursing a shoulder injury, but Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis is optimistic about what the future holds for the quarterback.
Baltimore Ravens
How Ravens can fix their secondary. BaltimoreRavens.com columnist John Eisenberg shares four things he can see the team doing to fix its secondary ahead of next season.
Kubiak says Flacco is elite. Former Ravens offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak credits Joe Flacco with helping him land a head-coaching job with the Denver Broncos.
Forsett almost delivers son en route to hospital. Justin Forsett and his wife planned to attend a Lauryn Hill concert on Valentine's Day, but the two instead found themselves rushing to the hospital, where their son, Zion, was born a few hours later.
Cleveland Browns
Hoyer could return to Browns. Head coach Mike Pettine is leaving the door open for the return of quarterback Brian Hoyer next season.
Farmer apologizes for texting. Browns general manager Ray Farmer spoke publicly Thursday for the first time since becoming the focus of an NFL investigation and apologized to the organization and fans for texting coaches during games.
Gilbert dealing with personal issue. Pettine told reporters Thursday that 2014 first-round pick Justin Gilbert is dealing with a personal issue that came to the Browns' attention before the season ended.