Steelers Afternoon Drive

Alan Saunders, Derrick Bell and Zachary discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the team moving on from Trenton Thompson and the timing of the move. Thompson stepped in admirably last season when called upon and was expected to compete for a fourth safety spot with the likes of Ryan Watts. We then dive into the state of the defensive line and look at not only the sho...

Alan Saunders, Nick Farabaugh and Zachary discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the team moving on from WR Denzel Mims and why they might be making this move in the middle of June. What do they intend to do with the roster spot? The UFL season recently wrapped up, so perhaps they are pursuing a player from that league. Maybe this is the spot for a bigger fish at th...

Alan Saunders and Zachary discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the Steelers inclusion on the in-season version of Hard Knocks. The show will cover the entire AFC North during the home stretch of the 2024 Season. We also discuss why signing Pat Freiermuth to an extension should be at the top of the list for Omar Khan's summer checklist. Brandon Aiyuk posted on his...

Nick Farabaugh and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss if there is cause for concern with Najee Harris not participating in mandatory minicamp. Will the team deploy a fullback? What can Justin Fields learn from Russell Wilson? Who stood out at minicamp to Nick? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss Learn more about your ad choice...

Alan Saunders and Zachary discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we go to X to ask who the fanbase is most curious about at this point and Alan gives his thoughts on the players standing as we gear up for training camp next month. Who has impressed? Who needs to show more? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the idea of getting Minkah Fitzpatrick back to doing Minkah Fitzpatrick things in 2024. What does that entail and will it happen? Could Payton Wilson take on a large role for the 2024 defense? Will George Pickens line up in the slot? Will Cam Heyward get back to form? Let's go for another Steeler...

Alan Saunders and Derrick Bell discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Derrick's thoughts on the team's contract extension for head coach Mike Tomlin, and where the pressure will be on him to perform. A lot of the focus will go to Arthur Smith and the offense, where the Steelers have a lot of work to do in 2024. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discu...

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the team and Mike Tomlin agreeing to terms on a new three-year contract extension. What does this mean for the short and long-term future of the team and why does this deal make sense to do now? We also talk about if Joey Porter Jr. will continue to shadow receivers in the same way that he did in...

Nick Farabaugh and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Nick's overall takeaways from OTAs. He talks about why he expects the offense to be slow out of the gate and who stood out to him. We then answer questions from the audience on Calvin Austin III, the team's ongoing search for WR help, Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren's workloads and much more. Let...

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the team wrapping up their OTAs. What stood out to Alan in the big picture? What battles does he expect will be ongoing from now until the end of Training Camp? Who has stood out in the slot corner and wide receiver battles and separated themselves? Alan also answers a question about Cam Sutton's...

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the team bringing back Cam Sutton on a one-year deal, following his release from the Detroit Lions amidst legal issues stemming from a domestic abuse situation. Now back in the fold, how do we feel about it from an off-the-field and on-the-field perspective? We also discuss Russell Wilson having...

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Cam Heyward reporting to OTAs after sitting out the first couple of weeks as he looks for a contract extension with the team. We also touch on if Brandon Aiyuk not reporting for mandatory camp has any bearing on a potential trade and what Calvin Austin III and Van Jefferson had to say about the i...

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss how Justin Jefferson's deal impacts the Steelers search for a WR, or if it does. Does a trade for Brandon Aiyuk seem more or less likely following the star WR's big money extension with the Minnesota Vikings. We then answer questions about the Steelers being on 'Hard Knocks', starting Mason McCor...

Nick Farabaugh and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss trimmed down Najee Harris and how he and Jaylen Warren can factor into the team's passing game. We also take questions surrounding Keannu Benton, Deshon Elliott and the ongoing search for a new WR. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the Steelers spending significantly more money on their defense than their offense and if that is a problem given the current league trends. We also discuss if James Daniels could be traded after not having any extension talks with the team and Dean Lowry discusses if Pittsburgh is in the Midwest...

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss James Daniels informing Alan that the team will not explore an extension with him and let him play out the 2024 season. This comes as a bit of a surprise for the valuable guard who is still just 27 years old. What does it mean for the position and other extension candidates such as Russell Wilson...

Nick Farabaugh and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Troy Fautanu getting some first-team reps at right tackle during the beginning of Week 2 of OTAs and how the offensive line is starting to shape up. We then go to X to answer questions about Justin Fields, Pat Freiermuth's role and Mike Tomlin's ability to put his stamp on a team before the seas...

Derrick and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Patrick Queen's transition into a large role moving away from having Roquan Smith playing next to him. We then dive into questions from the audience regarding the search for another WR2, the future of the QB position with Russell Wilson and Justin Fields and if Nick Herbig is ready for EDGE3 duties. Le...

Nick Farabaugh and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the noticeable changes taking place at OTAs going from Matt Canada to Arthur Smith. Nick lays out how detail oriented the coaching style of Smith is and the change you can already see taking place. We also talk about how Zach Azzanni is a perfect fit to go along with Arthur Smith's style, and ho...

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the leadership roles being taken on by Dan Moore Jr. and Nate Herbig despite the efforts to replace them with high draft picks Troy Fautanu and Zach Frazier. Nick Herbig continues to be attached to TJ Watt's hip much like his rookie year. Ryan Watts will seemingly wear multiple hats for the defen...

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the second day of Steelers OTAs. What do the fans want to know about? We talk about a returning Cory Trice Jr. and how he looks as he makes a comeback from injury. We also answer questions on Roman Wilson, Patrick Queen, Justin Fields and the OL alignment. Who is due for a breakout in 2024? Let's...

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the first day of Steelers OTAs taking place. What were Alan's takeaways after hearing from Justin Fields and Donte Jackson for the first time and seeing a lot of guys for the first time as well? Who looks like they put in work this offseason to prepare themselves physically? Let's go for another...

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the excitement surrounding OTAs starting as we will hear from several members of the team for the first time including Justin Fields and Donte Jackson. Speaking of Justin Fields, we discuss who the team should prioritize in terms of extensions this summer with Fields, Russell Wilson, Najee Harris...

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we talk about Mike Tomlin being the ultimate equalizer in the AFC North amidst the discussion about the Steelers' tough schedule. We dive into what should be the goals of the 2024 season and if finding a solution at QB ranks above all else, including playoff results. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon...

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, Christian Caple of onmontlake.com joins the show to give us some insight into Steelers first-round pick Troy Fautanu. What are we getting in the player and person coming to Pittsburgh from Washington? Alan and Zachary then discuss the Steelers 2024 Schedule and what the team should be upset about, if anythi...