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Joe breaks down the Steelers' 27-24 loss to the Browns after Pittsburgh rallied from an 11-point fourth-quarter deficit only to fall on a 56-yard field goal in the final seconds. He looks at DK Metcalf's breakout night, Roman Wilson's continued emergence, another strong performance from Jaylen Warren, T.J. Watt's impact, and the defensive breakdowns that ultimately cost Pittsburgh the game. Plus,...

Joe takes a quick look ahead to Thursday Night Football as the Steelers head to Cleveland for another AFC North matchup. He breaks down whether Pittsburgh can carry its offensive momentum from the win over Cincinnati into a short week, what to watch from the Browns' defensive front, and how the Steelers defense matches up with Deshaun Watson and Cleveland's young playmakers. Plus, a look at the ke...

The Steelers finally looked like the offense everyone expected to see. Joe and Brian break down Pittsburgh’s 30-27 win over Cincinnati, including Aaron Rodgers’ three-touchdown day, Jaylen Warren’s huge performance, the impact of the offensive line changes and the unexpected contributions from Roman Wilson, Ben Skowronek and Darnell Washington. They also discuss the defensive struggles, Derrick Ha...

The Steelers return home looking to bounce back from a rough loss in New England, but the challenge gets tougher with the unbeaten Cincinnati Bengals coming to Pittsburgh for the first AFC North game of the Mike McCarthy era. Joe and Brian break down what has to change for Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers offense, including protection issues, third-down struggles and the lack of explosive plays. The...

The Steelers offense hit a new low in Sunday's 20-3 loss to the New England Patriots. Joe and Brian breakdown what went wrong for Aaron Rodgers and company, Pittsburgh's continued struggles on third down, protection problems and Mike McCarthy's plan to simplify the offense moving forward. Plus, the defense created opportunities but wasn't without its own issues, as T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith poi...

The Steelers are 1-0, but there’s plenty to clean up as Mike McCarthy takes his team on the road for the first time this season. Joe and Brian preview Pittsburgh’s Week 2 matchup with the New England Patriots, starting with an offense that struggled on third down and never quite found its rhythm against Atlanta. Can Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers passing game turn missed opportunities into bigger...

The Steelers are 1-0 after grinding out a 20-13 win over the Atlanta Falcons in Mike McCarthy’s debut as Pittsburgh’s head coach. Joe and Brian break down T.J. Watt’s monster afternoon, including his game-changing pick-six, plus Aaron Rodgers and the offense’s uneven performance, DK Metcalf’s frustrating day, Roman Wilson’s surprising role over Germie Bernard, and a Steelers defense that kept Atla...

The wait is finally over! The Pittsburgh Steelers kick off the 2026 season at home against the Atlanta Falcons, marking Mike McCarthy’s first regular-season game as Steelers head coach. Joe and Brian preview Sunday’s matchup, including Atlanta’s quarterback situation, questions at right tackle for both teams, and what to expect from Aaron Rodgers and Pittsburgh’s new-look offense. They also discus...

The Pittsburgh Steelers have their initial 53-man roster, and there were a few surprises along the way. Joe and Brian break down the biggest decisions from final cuts, including which players won their roster battles, who was left on the outside looking in, and what some of the more unexpected moves could mean for the Steelers heading into Week 1. Plus, with waivers, practice squad moves and poten...

The second preseason is in the books, and as the final game looms, now comes the hard part: Who makes the Pittsburgh Steelers' 53-man roster? Joe and Brian make their final roster predictions following Pittsburgh's preseason finale against the New York Jets. Which players helped their case, who may have played their way off the roster, and where could Mike McCarthy and his staff have some difficul...

The Steelers are back at Acrisure Stadium for their second preseason game, this time taking on the New York Jets. With Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph sitting this one out, Will Howard will get the start at quarterback before sharing the workload with Drew Allar. That gives both young passers another valuable opportunity to make their case as Pittsburgh continues sorting through its depth chart. J...

The Steelers opened the Mike McCarthy era with a convincing 28-9 preseason win over the Green Bay Packers, and several young players took advantage of their first opportunity to make an impression. Joe and Brian break down Pittsburgh’s preseason opener, including the performances of Will Howard and Drew Allar, Kaden Wetjen’s big night, Jamin Davis making noise off the edge, and the depth that show...

The roster prediction concludes with the defensive side of the ball and special teams. Joe and Brian sort through every position group, debate the toughest decisions, and reveal our complete projected 53-man roster. Plus, we discuss the players who just missed the cut, potential practice squad candidates, and where outside additions could still change the Steelers' roster before Week 1. Become a s...

Training camp is underway, and it's time to make our first 53-man roster prediction. In Part 1 of this two-part series, we break down the Steelers' offense position by position, deciding who makes the team, who's on the bubble, and which difficult cuts could shape the final roster. From the quarterback room to the offensive line, we explain our picks and the biggest battles to watch as Pittsburgh...

Training camp is almost here, which means it's time to put the spotlight on the Steelers facing the most pressure. Joe discusses who's on the hot seat entering camp, which veterans and young players have the most to prove, the biggest roster battles to watch, and who could surprise everyone once practices begin in Latrobe. Plus, we share our thoughts on several key storylines that could shape Pitt...

Who has the most to prove for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026? Joe Kuzma highlights the players and coaches facing the most pressure heading into training camp, breaking down what's at stake for each and debating who has the most riding on the upcoming season. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pittsburgh-steelers-podcast-steel-city-underground--2600913/support ....

Joe and Brian put their prediction skills to the test by setting over/under projections for the Pittsburgh Steelers ahead of the 2026 season. From player statistics and team milestones to breakout candidates and bold expectations, they debate which Steelers will exceed expectations, which might fall short, and where the toughest lines should be drawn. Tune in for plenty of discussion, friendly dis...

Whether you're buying your first Steelers jersey or adding another one to your collection, not every choice is created equal. In this episode, Joe and Brian break down the best Steelers jerseys to buy in 2026, weighing current stars, franchise legends, rising players, and which options are most likely to hold their value over time. We also discuss which jerseys we'd avoid, potential breakout candi...

Ever wonder what treasures are hiding in an old stack of Pittsburgh Steelers football cards? So do we! Joe recently reworked his set and found a baggie full of random football cards tucked away on a shelf. But what's inside the bag? Join him as he opens the random collection for the first time in ages, turning up players from multiple eras, and sees if any forgotten gems show up along the way. Whe...

Joe and Brian dive into the Pittsburgh Steelers' 2026 Hall of Honor ballot, breaking down the nominees and debating who deserves their vote. From franchise legends to overlooked contributors, they examine each candidate's impact on Steelers history and make their case for who should earn a place among the organization's all-time greats. Who gets their vote? And who is just part of the "Hall of Hon...

June is one of the slowest months on the NFL calendar, but that doesn't stop Joe and Brian from talking Steelers football. With legitimate news in short supply, the duo dives into the latest headlines, separates fact from fiction, and takes aim at some of the ridiculous speculation, gossip, and made-up stories that seem to dominate the offseason. When there's not much happening in Pittsburgh, ther...

Omar Khan has been busy, and Steelers fans have plenty to discuss. In this episode, we break down Pittsburgh’s recent contract extensions for Chris Boswell, Nick Herbig, and Darnell Washington and ask the big question: is Khan cooking or taking unnecessary risks? We examine why the Steelers moved early on these deals, what each extension says about the team’s long-term plans, and whether these con...

The NFL Draft is over, Aaron Rodgers is back, and the Steelers are heading toward training camp with plenty of unanswered questions. Joe and Brian discuss the biggest burning questions facing Pittsburgh: What does Rodgers returning actually change? Is Broderick Jones running out of chances? Are the Steelers deep enough at wide receiver? Which rookies could start right away? Plus, the guys debate w...

Joe and Brian discuss whether Aaron Rodgers returning would actually help or hurt the Pittsburgh Steelers. Is Rodgers the missing piece for a playoff run, or would bringing him back delay finding the franchise’s next long-term quarterback? They break down the Steelers’ refusal to rebuild, the impact on veterans like Cam Heyward, whether Pittsburgh can contend for a Super Bowl, and if Rodgers would...

Joe and Brian react to the newly released Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 regular season schedule, including the toughest stretches, primetime matchups, AFC North battles, the international game in Paris, and what stands out most heading into the season. Which games look like wins? Which stretches could define the year? And did the NFL do the Steelers any favors? Join us as we break down our first impres...