Steelers fan event in Paris canceled following recent civil unrest in capital

A weekend event for Pittsburgh Steelers fans in Paris has been canceled because of security concerns following recent street protests in the French capital.The NFL and the team both said Thursday that the event — at a bar in the Bastille neighborhood — was off.The announcement came a day after league Commissioner Roger Goodell said he has a high comfort level in the the teams playing in Paris amid recent civil unrest.More demonstrations could be in store this weekend in the capital and elsewhere around France.“Following recent events in the Bastille neighborhood, and after careful consideration, we felt it appropriate not to move forward with the planned Steelers House fan event in Paris,” a message sent to fans read.“Preparations for Sunday's NFL Paris game at Stade de France continue as planned," it added, "with the NFL working closely with local authorities and partners on all operational and security matters.”Nicki Ewell, NFL vice president for global events, said the decision was