Steelers Sanctuary Podcast

Episode 60 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  We can’t start a pod without talking about the passing of one of the greatest Steelers of all time Franco Harris.  His passing is an unfortunate reminder of how short life is.  Next it’s on to the Raiders game on Christmas Eve.  The weather may play as big a factor as the opponent in this game.  We give you everything you need to know about thi...

Episode 59 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  Tony Serino from @steelercountry joins us to talk Steelers.  The pod starts discussing Pittsburgh’s slim playoff hopes.  We review what it would take for this team to make the post season. Next it’s a look back to Sunday’s win in Carolina.  Marcus Allen’s antics continues to be one of the top stories from that game.  Mark Robinson got his first...

Episode 58 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  This is a rapid reaction to the Steelers 24-16 win over the Carolina Panthers. The pod starts out discussing what has to be the dumbest penalty in Steelers history.  Marcus Allen could have cost his team the game by inexplicably going into the Carolina huddle.  We both believe he should be cut from the team after that act. Next it’s time to go...

Episode 57 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out!  In this pod we take a long hard look at the future of this franchise.  With this team likely missing the playoffs, we discuss what it would take for the Steelers to reopen their Super Bowl window. It starts with the defense.  This unit needs a major overhaul.  Pittsburgh will be using several assets to fix this side of the ball.   On offense, i...

Episode 56 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  Tony Serino from @Steelercountry joins us as we take a last look at last week’s defeat to the Ravens. We discuss this team’s shortcomings on defense, particularly along the defensive line. The Ravens bullied there way to victory on Sunday.   Next we talk about the Kenny Pickett injury, and who should start at quarterback vs the Panthers.  YOLO...

Episode 55 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out!  This is a rapid reaction podcast to the Steelers disappointing loss to the Baltimore Ravens We start with the offense and Mitch Trubisky’s 3 interception performance.  This is the big reason to point to when assigning blame.  Turnovers will always be a key turning point in any game. The defense has to shoulder its share some of the blame as wel...

Episode 54 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  David Corob returns as we preview a huge Ravens game this week.  We tell you everything you need to know ahead of this key AFC North clash. Next we spend a few minutes pointing out the key games, and teams to root against as the Steelers creep towards a playoff push. The pod wraps up with our segment “Legendary NFL Picks”.  Subscribe to the pod...

Episode 53 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  Ron Lippock from Steelers Takeaways joins us to talk Steelers.  We start the pod out going over the Mike Tomlin press conference.  One of the big things to come out of that is the fact that both Chris Boswell and William Jackson are possibilities for Sundays game. We address Tomlin’s comments about George Pickens, and the fact that he seems unc...

Episode 52 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out!  My cohost David Corob returns after a two week absence.  We waste no time reviewing the Steelers win over the Atlanta Falcons. We start with the offense and it’s greatly improved run game.  Najee Harris and the Steelers offensive line have greatly improved since the bye. Next I go into my concerns over rookie George Pickens.  The rookie receive...

Episode 51 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  Once again Tony Serino from @steelercountry joins us to talk Steelers .  The pod starts with a breakdown of the Monday night game vs the Colts. We start with the offense, and the improving run game. The Steelers run blocking was very impressive.  Kenny Pickett continues to improve as well.  We take on the topic of Diontae Johnson and his strugg...

Episode 50 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  Once again Ron from Steelers Takeaways joins the pod.  In this episode we preview the upcoming Colts game on Monday night.  This promises to be a defensive struggle.  Both teams are among the bottom ten in points scored. Next we discuss the Steelers 2023 free agent list.  Its an early look at who might be back, and who’s gone for good with the...

Episode 49 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  This week Steelers Takeaways joins us to talk Steelers.  We start the pod with a final look at the loss to the Bengals on Sunday. Next it’s a review of the Mike Tomlin press conference.  The big story here is Tomlin being questioned about the predictability of this team on both sides of the ball.  This discussion leads us both to question if Mi...

Episode 48 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  This is a rapid reaction to the Steelers loss to the Cincinnati Bengals.  We review the all the good, bad, and ugly from this game. On offense there was a fast start, and a very slow finish.  Dave and I discuss where this offense is after 10 weeks, and it’s not good. The defense had its ups and downs on Sunday.  We want to praise the defense fo...

Episode 47 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out!  In this episode we review the Steelers victory over the New Orleans Saints. We start with the Steelers much improved offense.  Najee Harris had 99 yards rushing, and the team had over 200 yards total on the ground. The offense put forth its best showing of the season overall. Next we turn to the defense and the return of TJ Watt.  Pittsburgh he...

Episode 46 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out!  We start the pod out with a look at the injury reports.  The Steelers secondary is banged up, but the Saints have their share of injuries as well. Next, it’s time for our Steelers mid-season awards.  Finding a player to highlight on offense was no easy task.  This was a fun segment you don’t want to miss. A Saints preview is next in line.  This...

Episode 45 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  The bye week is behind us, so it’s time to look forward to the second half of the Steelers season.  We start by goin over the injury report given by Mike Tomlin. Next Dave and I discuss the recent speculation of Jaylen Warren getting the majority of carries  going forward. Neither of us is buying it. Finally we are joined by Yinzer Dave as he p...

Episode 44 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  In this episode we take one last look at the Steelers trade deadline moves.  Omar Khan did extremely well in his first go around.  Next it’s time for our mid-season grades.  Don’t expect too many passing grades for this 2-6 team. We look forward to the second half of the season.  Could this team go on a run with such a weak schedule remaining? ...

Episode 43 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  This is a special emergency post trade deadline addition.   The Steelers were surprisingly active just before the deadline.  I go into detail about both trades the Steelers made yesterday.  Both of them are wins for the franchise.  Are they too good however?  I get into improving the team in the short term hurts actually may hurt them long term...

Episode 42 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  Not much good news after the 35-13 blowout at the hands of the Philadelphia Eagles.  This team limps into the bye at 2-6. No news is bad news as Matt Canada remains this team’s OC despite another miserable performance by the offense.  Dave and I wonder what it would take for Tomlin to make a change.   If Canada is ever removed, Dave R goes over...

Episode 41 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  It’s the doom and gloom edition this week.  The Steelers head into the Eagles game without Larry Oganjobi, Chris Boswell, or TJ Watt.  This could get ugly Buffalo style. Next we take one last look at what the Steelers might do at the trade deadline.  They almost certainly will be sellers. Will this be Chase Claypool’s last game as a Steeler?  I...

Episode 40 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  Tony Serino once again helps us out, and we jump right in with the Mike Tomlin press conference.  Tomlin once again using the defense as an excuse for the loss on Sunday night.  This despite the team only managing 10 points on offense.   We hit on the news that Calvin Austin is likely done for the season, and TJ Watt will miss another week.  We...

Episode 39 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  Unfortunately it’s another loss to talk about this week.  We review the great defensive performance, and the horrendous offensive output. Is it time to start questioning whether or not Kenny Pickett is the next Steelers franchise quarterback?  Dave and I give our opinion. Another week, another podcast wondering why Matt Canada is still employed...

Episode 38 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  We start the pod out with some trade rumors surrounding Chase Claypool, and Mason Rudolph.  The Rudolph rumor really has our interest. Next we review the upcoming Dolphins game on Sunday night.  That Miami wide receiver core has us concerned.  We can’t help but wonder how affective Tua will be coming back from concussion.  The hope is that the...

Episode 37 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  Dave and I begin with a look back at last week’s win vs the Buccaneers.  Plenty of good stuff to go over from that game. Next we discuss a little Steelers drama from this week.  We go over the reports from both Ron Cook, and Jerry Dulac regarding Mitch Trubisky.  Both used “convenient” timing to write stories on how Trubisky lost his job.  We a...

Episode 36 of the Steelers Sanctuary Podcast is out.  Finally,  a Steelers win to talk about.  We credit Mike Tomlin with his best coaching performance of the year.  There were several players on defense that needed mentioning.  Devin Bush mad Terrell Edmunds played their best games of the season. The offense on the other hand, still seems broken.  Lots to discuss once again with the Matt Canada l...