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Zac returns with thoughts about the Colts' loss and how that parlays into Justin Fields' future as the Steelers starting quarterback. He and Joe debate if there's room for Russell Wilson, how the offensive line and running game may look against the Cowboys, and other injuries impacting Dallas' defense. Could this be another big week for Pittsburgh's offense and will we see touchdowns from some oth...

Join Joe and Brian for a bonus "Postgame Extra" edition of the SCU Podcast as the hosts dig into various topics following the Steelers-Colts clash from Sunday. The duo discusses Najee Harris' future with the Steelers following a lackluster game against Indy, plus the unpredictability of the NFL, the success (or failure) of rookie quarterbacks and how the AFC North is shaping up to be Pittsburgh's...

Joe and Brian join forces to examine the aftermath of the Steelers 27-24 loss to the Colts. Sunday's loss was the first of the Steelers season, as Pittsburgh dropped to a 3-1 record. With fans pointing fingers of blame in a "winnable game" was there any individual player who is at fault? Was it a team collapse? And could the coaching staff have done anything differently? Also, should Justin Fields...

Brian is back as he joins Joe for a preview of Sunday's game featuring the Steelers versus the Colts. Pittsburgh travels for their third road game in four weeks looking to extend their 3-0 unbeaten streak against a 1-2 Indianapolis team. Will this be another big game for the Steelers defense? Can Justin Fields repeat his success against Indy? And how optimistic are the hosts that the Steelers are...

Steelers Nation must be happy with Pittsburgh's 3-0 start to the 2024 season. But is the success a mirage? Joe looks at the latest team victory while breaking down individual performances that stood out (including Justin Fields and Nick Herbig). The host shares his thoughts on the starting quarterback spot going forward and why this Steelers team could be "for real." Questions or Comments? Call th...

Joe flies solo to detail the Steelers home opener on Sunday as they host the Los Angeles Chargers. Both teams enter Acrisure Stadium with a 2-0 record, and each has questions surrounding them. Hear why Joe believes this is an even matchup and what the keys to victory will be for the Steelers to start their season 3-0. Questions or Comments? Call the Steel City Underground Fan Line and have your qu...

Joe and Zac return to dissect the Steelers' second win of the 2024 season as they topped the Denver Broncos 13-16. While the victory had few style points, some arguments against this year's team are invalid. The hosts breakdown how the critics linking last year's mistakes to this year's success are mostly wrong and why the Steelers feel more like contenders, rather than pretenders, as the young se...

Joe and Zac preview Week 2's matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Denver Broncos. The Steelers travel to the Mile High City where they seldom have success, but how might that be different in 2024? The Broncos are led by rookie quarterback Bo Nix, who had a less-than-ideal start to his NFL career last week. Meanwhile, the Steelers could be led by Justin Fields, last week's starter, or Russel...

Joe and Brian detail the highlights and lowlights from the Steelers' Week 1 win over the Atlanta Falcons. What grades do they give for Justin Fields, new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, and head coach Mike Tomlin? And is the defensive, ball-control identity of the team sustainable long-term? The hosts look beyond the stats and score to answer these questions and more in this episode. Questions...

Joe and Brian catch fans up on the latest news and notes surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers, including the fallout from Brandon Aiyuk re-signing with the San Francisco 49ers, the impact of Isaac Seumalo's injury, and the new contract extension for Cameron Heyward. The hosts also preview Sunday's kickoff to the 2024 regular season as the Steelers travel to Atlanta to face the Falcons. Questions or...

Joe and Brian breakdown all of the Pittsburgh Steelers transactions as the team trims down from 91 players to a 53-man active roster. Though there weren't many surprises, there are some details to point out. Also, will the team look to make any other moves over the next few days? Which areas could be those that they target? The hosts then dive into the four AFC North teams as per their yearly trad...

Joe and Brian discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers' final preseason game this Saturday against the Detroit Lions. As the preseason winds down and the team heads into the regular season, what are some of the strongest areas of the roster? And what are some of the position groups that should be a cause for concern? The hosts break down the various position groups and players, highlight coaching and bring...

In this edition of the Steel City Underground Steelers Podcast, Joe tries to find silver linings in the dark clouds that (literally) hung over Acrisure Stadium on Saturday evening in a 9-3 loss to the Buffalo Bills. The Steelers came out sluggish, and as a team looked terrible. However, some individuals should be pointed out, including some that need to get on the field soon to make an impact for...

Joe and Brian discuss the recent happenings following the Steelers' preseason game against the Texans and the close of training camp. Which players need a boost going into Saturday's game against the Buffalo Bills? Who is in danger of losing their starting position or roster spot? And what else should we expect from this weekend's game? Join the hosts as they talk about these topics and more. Ques...

Joe returns with his thoughts about the Steelers' first preseason game of the 2024 season against the Houston Texans. There were some sloppy moments in the game but overall many positives. Joe picks his winners and losers and gives some insight into what fans should look forward to in the coming weeks. Questions or Comments? Call the Steel City Underground Fan Line and have your question played on...

Joe is back with more news and notes from around the National Football League. The hot and heavy rumors of the Pittsburgh Steelers trying to acquire San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk heated up again this week, with several other teams reportedly interested in trading for the player. Will Steelers GM Omar Khan pull the trigger? Or would he be wise to pass this time? Also, Joe shares m...

Joe shares firsthand accounts from Pittsburgh Steelers training camp in Latrobe, Pennsylvania as the team put on the pads this week. There's been a lot of chatter about the Steelers starting quarterback job. Russell Wilson returned to practice while Justin Fields continues to take the bulk of first-team reps. But is there a competition? Also, which other players are standing out? Is there concern...

Zac is back just in time for the Pittsburgh Steelers to report to training camp. He joins Joe, as the two discuss drill through the team roster and highlight who and what they're most excited to see in Latrobe. Questions or Comments? Call the Steel City Underground Fan Line and have your question played on our podcast! The best questions will be answered in a future episode. - Dial (203) 900-4SCU...

Joe and Brian discuss the possibility of the Pittsburgh Steelers making a trade with the San Francisco 49ers for wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. Hear why the hosts think the trade might not happen and why the Steelers may be wise to steer clear of a deal for Aiyuk instead of other options. Also, what are the deepest position groups on the Steelers depth chart? Joe and Brian cover two groups and discu...

Joe and Brian return for their yearly tradition of guiding fans in the right direction for their next jersey purchase. However, the discussion is more in-depth than it would appear on the surface, as many key factors decide whether a player's jersey is a wise investment. Join the hosts as they dig into these elements and some side stories on some players mentioned, including their top picks for th...

Joe and Brian continue their deep dive into the Steelers position groups by briefly looking at the quarterbacks and asking if the offensive line changes are enough to improve the offense in 2024. The hosts pontificate how starting two rookies and shifting a second-year tackle to the left side could impact the team. Will it be better? Could it be worse? Tune in to find out about this and when a BBQ...

Joe and Brian return to make pre-camp roster predictions for the Pittsburgh Steelers.  Which position groups are the weakest? Which players are on the borderline of making the team? And who are our "locks" and sleeper picks to make the 53-man roster? Please tune in for this talk and more in our latest episode celebrating ten years of Steel City Underground! Questions or Comments? Call the Steel Ci...

Last week the Pittsburgh Steelers signed head coach Mike Tomlin to a new three-year extension. There was mixed reaction from the media, including those who were negative over the move stating Tomlin's lack of recent playoff victories. However, is Mike Tomlin to blame for all of those losses? Joe digs deeper than the surface to ask if Tomlin gets the blame, then why does he get the acclaim when thi...

Joe returns to discuss the new three-year extension for Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin. The positives of Mike Tomlin as the Steelers head coach far outweigh the negatives, no matter what some fans might say. Joe also digs into the myths of "inheriting Cowher's players" and how playoff success, or failure, should not be the only benchmark by which the future Hall of Famer is defined. Qu...

Zac returns as he joins Joe to talk about the Steelers wide receiver room. Will GM Omar Khan make a big move to add another receiver to the team before training camp? Or will the team hold firm with the player currently on the roster? If the Steelers are to make a move, which receivers are they most likely to target and why? The hosts answer these questions, plus talk about the return of CB Camero...