The Steeler Culture Podcast

It's no secret the Steelers offense has a collective unit has been underwhelming, predictable, and dreadful to watch for the last several seasons. Change was needed, mostly in the coaching staff and now, perhaps for the first time in a while, maybe we'll see the Steelers offense to (finally) improve under Mike McCarthy. Mike McCarthy will be the play caller, and the offensive weapons added this se...

Payton Wilson is a fascinating player at the ILB Position that has unlimited potential. Since being drafted, he has shown glimpses of the player that many people believe he can be. But toward the tail-end of the season last year, he was used in limited capacity on the defense for one reason or another. Despite the limitations, he led the team in tackles for the Steelers. Now entering the upcoming...

The Steelers WR troubles have been an ongoing issue for the past few seasons, but it appears that will be a thing of the past now. Not only did the Steelers trade for Michael Pittman at the beginning of free agency, but they also drafted a significant weapon in the 2nd round of the 2026 NFL Draft with Germie Bernard. Germie Bernard is the WR the Steelers have been waiting for. Not only will he mak...

Steelers Extend Darnell Washington to MASSIVE 4 Year Extension worth $42M with $21M guaranteed. At just 24 years old, Darnell Washington has been the best blocking tight end in the NFL, and a Darnell Washington Extension was the right move to make. Steelers signing Darnell Washington to a 4-year Extension means that Joey Poter Jr and Keeanu Benton Extensions are looming. Hosted by Simplecast, an A...

Omar Khan is cooking once again! Steelers Lock Up Nick Herbig to BIG 4 Year Extension worth $100 Millon with $42M guaranteed. The extension doesn't hit until 2027, which means this will most likely be the last season the Steelers edge room will consist of all TJ Watt, Alex Highsmith, and Nick Herbig. At just 24 years old, Nick Herbig has shown so much potential and a Nick Herbig Extension was the...

Patrick Graham is the Steelers new defensive coordinator, a much-needed change to the Steelers defense. A new strategy. A new voice. A new leader to put the players in their best positions to succeed. Patrick Graham's defense under the Raiders had very little to work with but still found themselves ranked in the middle. Patrick Graham's Influence will fix Steelers defense woes. Steelers will pair...

The wait is finally over... again. Aaron Rodgers officially returns to the Steelers and Aaron Rodgers reunites with Mike McCarthy. Aaron Rodgers will be the Steelers starting QB for the 2026 NFL Season and it's likely Aaron Rodgers will end his 1st ballot hall of fame career after year 22 and it'll end with the same guy he started it with. Fitting ending, but what's the ceiling with an older Aaron...

We finally have the Steelers 2026 Schedule Release and it's an interesting slop of 4 primetime games with more to possibly be announced the Steelers vs Saints First Ever Paris Game and even a Black Friday Game vs the Broncos! Steelers open the season vs the Falcons (again) and close out the season vs the Ravens (again). A week 9 bye is a sweet spot for much needed rest right before a tough 2nd hal...

Steelers rookie minicamp was the start for the Steelers 2026 NFL Draft class, and all eyes were on QB Drew Allar, as he began his development under Mike McCarthy and the Steelers coaching staff. It was very noticeable to see Mike McCarthy Working Closely with Drew Allar, mostly working on his footwork. We'll see in the coming months if Mike McCarthy can fix a lot of Drew Allar's bad habits. In oth...

Steelers have put a heavy focus on the trenches since 2023, especially on the Offensive Line. The selection of Max Iheanachor in the 1st Round of the NFL Draft was another indication of that, as well as selecting Gennings Dunker in the same class to pair with established starters Troy Fautanu, Zach Frazier, & Mason McCormick. Players that were taken with high draft capital & that have outstanding...

Over the past 2 years, the Steelers have struggled & failed at the WR position. Without a true WR2, a revolving door of players that have come & gone, never stepping up to the plate. But after the additions of Michael Pittman & Germie Bernard, Steelers appears they have their starters filled out. Steelers WR Troubles Finally Fixed! With these additions, Is Roman Wilson's Future in Jeopardy? Roman...

The Steelers & Aaron Rodgers saga continues as they head into offseason programs. It doesn't get any better with what the Steelers did this week. Steelers Use RARE UFA Tender on Aaron Rodgers. This move is another indication that the Steelers want Aaron Rodgers back for a 2nd season. When Aaron Rodgers decides to give the Steelers the word is anyone's guess... again. Steelers need to move on from...

Steelers 2026 NFL Draft Class was definitely interesting and had some wild decisions, but a strong focus on the offense and continuing to build the future of the offensive line. Steelers added a new wide receiver, quarterback, cornerback, and even a return specialist. Steelers addressed a lot of needs and per usual with Omar Khan, it wasn't flashy, but this time, underwhelming. Let's breakdown the...

It's Draft Week! We have the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh in just a few short days. Draft Rumors are speculating that there will be a lot of trades during the 2026 NFL Draft. With the Steelers holding 12 picks, will Steelers trade back into the 1st round of the NFL Draft? it's all a matter of how the board falls, but Omar Khan could have something up his sleeve. There are some real Steelers Dark H...

It's Draft Week! We have the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh in just a few short days. Draft Rumors are speculating that there will be a lot of trades during the 2026 NFL Draft. With the Steelers holding 12 picks and having some expendable players on the roster, will the Steelers be involved in serious trade talks over the draft weekend? Steelers Trade Rumors say Alex Highsmith or Nick Herbig Trade D...

Steelers have 12 draft picks for the 2026 NFL Draft, and it just so happens the draft will be held in the city of Pittsburgh. Steelers don't necessarily need all 12 picks and with the hometown crowd, will Omar Khan spoil the Steelers fanbase and do all signs point to the Steelers Trading Up in the 1st Round? When you look at the Steelers top 30 pre-draft visits, most of the 1st round talent will r...

Just over a week away from the 2026 NFL Draft, the Steelers don't have a confirmed starter at QB. Steelers continue to wait on Aaron Rodgers, while having only 2 QBs on the current roster. With the NFL Draft hosted in Pittsburgh, early expectations were that the Steelers would draft a QB high in front of the hometown crowd. But looking at the QB Prospects, selecting one early doesn't seem ideal. T...

Despite trading for DK Metcalf last year and Michael Pittman this year, wide receiver is still a big need for the Steelers and could be the first position they go in the 2026 NFL Draft. Steelers need a reliable slot option and an eventual #1 WR to build on the roster. This is a deep 2026 WR Draft Class, and it begs the question, will they trade up for one of the top wide receiver prospects in Maka...

In the last 3 draft classes, the Steelers have targeted the trenches in the 1st round, whether that's O-line or D-line. Steelers have a hole they need to fill at the LG position & it's very possible they continue their trend & select one with their 1st round pick. But if they decide to go another route, there are plenty options to fall back on. We discuss Steelers Draft by Position, regarding the...

Art Rooney II is at the NFL Owners Meeting and Aaron Rodgers name was brought up by media. Art Rooney II insisted that Aaron Rodgers told him and Omar Khan that a decision won't drag out as long as it did last year and he expects an Aaron Rodgers Decision before the draft. It's Deja-vu for the Steelers and the sequel is never better than the original. The Aaron Rodgers wait continues for the Steel...

Steelers have had a great free agency week so far, trading for Michael Pittman and singing Jamel Dean and Rico Dowdle. Omar Khan is Cooking in Free Agency and has now signed another safety to the defense! Steelers sign Jaquan Brisker! Jaquan brings youth and a furious attitude to the secondary and can play anywhere on the defense. At only 26 years old, the Steelers sign him cheap and this has the...

Steelers are wasting no time fixing serious needs, including trading for Michael Pittman and singing Jamel Dean. Now add Rico Dowdle to the list of upgrades. Steelers to sign Rico Dowdle, reuniting him with Mike McCarthy and adding more fire power to the Steelers backfield. Rico has had back-to-back 1,000 rushing seasons with two different teams. Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren will make for a good...

Steelers are wasting no time fixing serious needs at WR and CB! Steelers Trade for Michael Pittman from the Colts and give him a new 3-year contract! Steelers finally have a reliable number 2 WR. Steelers Sign Jamel Dean, fixing the cornerback 2 position opposite JPJ! Jamel Dean is a lockdown corner, and the Steelers got him for a bargain price! Steelers have filling two of the biggest needs and N...

Free Agency is right around the corner with the Legal Tampering Period beginning on March 9th at 12 P.M. EST. Steelers have over $50 Million in Cap Space which gives the team some flexibility on signing potential Free Agents, as well as resigning some of their own Free Agents. Steelers have a lot of positions to fill, QB, LG, & CB are among the top positions to target in Free Agency. Will the Stee...

Aaron Rodgers was on the Pat McAfee Show and gave some insight on what he's been up to in his personal life and if there was a decision on his Steelers future. Spoiler alert, there's no decision. Aaron Rodgers confirmed the team has given the Steelers no deadline and no contract. There is no pressure coming from the Steelers on an Aaron Rodgers decision. But the longer they wait, the less options...