Bleav in Steelers

Jeff Hartman , the h ost of the "Let’s Ride" podcast on the Steel Curtain Network, joined the "Bleav in Steelers" show as a guest to discuss expectations in year two for quarterback Kenny Pickett. Jeff and "Bleav in Steelers" co-host Mark Bergin discussed the Steelers' most intriguing training camp battles. It includes which players will round out the wide receiver de...

"Bleav in Steelers" hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett's use of a helmet camera in practice. Pickett is among the NFL quarterbacks using the technology as a way to improve pre-snap reads. Ike used to have an iPod Nano hooked up to his helmet during his playing days. During the "What Yinz Think" segment, guys also discuss how s...

"Madden NFL 24" rankings got leaked on Reddit ahead of the popular video game's release on Aug. 18. "Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin breaks down where the star Steelers players are ranked. The NFL is expected to suspend several players for gambling, including Indianapolis Colts cornerback and kick returner Isaiah Rodgers. Former NFL QB Ryan Mallett died in an apparent drown...

"Bleav in Steelers" hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin  pay their respects to Clark Haggans, who died this week at the age of 46. Taylor played with Haggans as part of the Steelers' Super Bowl 40 team. The guys discuss Najee Harris' commentary on the declining value of NFL running backs, and what it means for the future of the league. Other topics include the Steelers signing linebacker Ni...

"Bleav in Steelers" hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin host their very first in-person podcast since launching the show in 2019. They discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers' training camp dates that are set at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. Ike shares what it was like rooming with teammate Troy Polamalu throughout their NFL careers. Mark asks Ike about his memories of the 2008 St...

"Bleav in Steelers" hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers' best offseason moves, including the trade for wide receiver Allen Robinson and trading up to select offensive tackle Broderick Jones. The guys also share what they think were the best offseason moves for other teams in the AFC North: The Cincinnati Bengals signing offensive tackle Orlando Brown and the...

"Bleav in Steelers" hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers' signing of outside linebacker Markus Golden. Golden will provide depth as an edge rusher behind T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith. The guys also discuss Kenny Pickett's SUV and playbook getting briefly stolen, Ike's role as a scout this offseason and the best landing spots for star wide receiver DeAndre Hopk...

“Bleav in Steelers” hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin react to the news of the Pittsburgh Steelers signing quarterback Mitch Trubisky to a contract extension. They also share their thoughts about the Steeler signing XFL standout wide receiver Hakeem Butler. The guys also pay tribute to the legendary running back Jim Brown, who died at the age of 87. Last, the guys congratulate Pat McAfee, who signe...

"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin shares his thoughts on the Pittsburgh Steelers' plan to re-sign quarterback Mason Rudolph. Bergin explains the logic behind Rudolph's expected re-signing. The Steelers also plan to meet with linebacker Kwon Alexander. The team also signed undrafted free agent running back Alfonzo Graham to a three-year deal. Graham could fulfill a role on special team...

"Bleav in Steelers" hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin react to the release of the Pittsburgh Steelers' 2023 regular-season schedule. The guys go game by game and predict the Steelers' record. Bergin predicts the Steelers will finish with an 11-6 record in the 2023 season. Follow Ike Taylor on social media:   Facebook ,  Twitter ,  Instagram Follow Mark Bergin on social media:   Facebook ,...

"Bleav in Steelers" hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss the invitation Mike Tomlin gave to future Hall of Famer J.J. Watt. Tomlin recently recorded a video talking about siblings playing in the NFL together. The Steelers have T.J. Watt and had Derek Watt as players. Other families the Steelers have or have had include the Cameron and Connor Heyward, Nick and Nate Herbig, Terrell and...

“Bleav in Steelers” hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers’ selections in the 2023 NFL Draft. Ike shares what it was like in the Steelers’ war room with Omar Khan and Mike Tomlin. He also shared what it means to him that rookie cornerback Joey Porter Jr. will wear his No. 24 jersey. The guys discuss the selection of Georgia offensive tackle Broderick Jones and how it will...

"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin reacts to the Pittsburgh Steelers' selections of Penn State cornerback Joey Porter Jr. with the 32nd overall pick and Wisconsin defensive tackle Keeanu Benton with 49th pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Porter can learn from Minkah Fitzpatrick and Patrick Peterson. Plus, Porter's dad played for the team. Benton provides the Steelers defensive line depth wit...

"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin reacts to the Pittsburgh Steelers' selection of Georgia offensive tackle Broderick Jones with the 14th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Bergin is joined by the Bleav Network's Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino . It marks the first time the Steelers have drafted an offensive linemen in the first or second round of the NFL Draft since 2012 when they sele...

“Bleav in Steelers” hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin share their reactions to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ trade with the Los Angeles Rams for wide receiver Allen Robinson. The guys also discuss the Steelers’ NFL Draft needs ahead of Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The position groups it includes are cornerback, offensive line and edge rusher. The Steelers have the 17th, 32nd, 49th, 80th, 120th, 241st...

"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin thinks the Pittsburgh Steelers fleeced the Los Angeles Rams in the trade for WR Allen Robinson. Pittsburgh receive Robinson and a seventh-round draft pick (No. 251) for Steelers' seventh-round pick (No. 234). The Rams will pay $10.25 million of Robinson's $15.25 million guaranteed salary for the 2023 season. The Steelers are due to pay the remaining $...

Former NFL tight end and “Bleav in Ravens” host Daniel Wilcox joined the show to discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers’ rivalry with the Baltimore Ravens. Wilcox played for the New York Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Baltimore Ravens. He is also a Super Bowl champion. Wilcox discussed what it was like to play for Brian Billick and John Harbaugh. He also shared his thoughts on the Ravens signing Odell Be...

"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin reacts to the Pittsburgh Steelers' signing safety Tanner Muse and defensive tackle Armon Watts. He also provides his thoughts on the Steelers releasing linebacker Jamir Jones. Mark also uses his reporter skills to explain the ramifications of the civil lawsuit filed by the family of late Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins. Other topics include Odell...

 “Bleav in Steelers” hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers’ signings of safety Keanu Neal and nose tackle Breiden Fehoko. Ike also shared what it was like meeting up at a signing event with several former Steelers and NFL players, including his Hall of Fame teammate Troy Polamalu. Ike attended several Pro Days: the University of Florida, the University of Miami and the U...

"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin shares his thoughts about Pittsburgh Steelers defensive coordinator Terryl Austin scouting cornerback Joey Porter Jr. at Penn State's Pro Day. Head coach Mike Tomlin and members of the Steelers' front office typically attend the Pro Days for their draft selections, but league meetings are underway in Arizona. Bergin also discusses whether the Pittsbur...

“Bleav in Steelers” hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin recap the Pittsburgh Steelers’ free agency signings. It includes the additions of Patrick Peterson, Cole Holcomb, Elandon Roberts, Isaac Seumalo and Nate Herbig. Also, the Steelers re-signed Larry Ogunjobi and Damontae Kazee. The guys discuss how each of the players will fit on the team in 2023. Follow Mark Bergin on social media:   Facebook , ...

"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin explains how the Pittsburgh Steelers save $12,187,500 of salary cap space by releasing cornerback William Jackson III. Mark also shares other moves the Steelers could make to free up more cap space. Jalen Ramsey got traded to the Miami Dolphins, and Mark shares why it signals the Dolphins are serious about making a Super Bowl run. NFL free agency offi...

"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin is joined by Fan Girl Sports Network CEO Tracy Sandler to discuss where Lamar Jackson will play in the 2023 season. While the Ravens remain the most likely destination, the two discuss the possibility of Jackson moving to an NFC team. They also discuss which quarterback will be the Week 1 starter for the San Francisco 49ers, general manager John Lynch...

“Bleav in Steelers” hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin share their observations of the 2023 NFL Combine. Ike was in Indianapolis scouting on behalf of the Pittsburgh Steelers. The guys share their standouts from the combine, including Christian Gonzalez, Bryce Young, Anthony Richardson and Darnell Washington. Ike and Mark discuss whether the Steelers should draft Jalen Carter if he falls to No. 17....

“Bleav in Steelers” hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss why free agents Bobby Wagner and Taylor Lewan likely won’t sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Both players command a higher salary than the Steelers’ current salary cap. Ike is heading to Indianapolis for the 2023 NFL Combine. The guys discuss the quarterbacks throwing at the combine, including Ohio State’s C.J. Stroud, Florida’s Anthony...