Steelers Outpost Podcast

TJ continues to exceed expectations with game-ending dominance that secured the victory for the Steelers. Ben looked more comfortable in the pocket and is focusing downfield, albeit with some of the usual errant throws.We're looking at this team as in transition. Which current players will comprise the core of the 2022 Steelers?Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The offensive line gelled giving Big Ben a leg up in a game where we could finally see the consistent, persistent application of the Matt Canada offense. The defense came out and was overwhelming to start the game.Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Steelers give us hope by scoring on the opening drive for the first time in 11 games, only to revert to form.There were glimpse of Old Ben, but between his porous protection up front and his physical ossification, the pace and success faded quickly.Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

All facets of the Steelers game fell apart under a barrage of injuries and subpar play, especially from the offensive line, but worse - the team seemed to visibly give up as the lead became insurmountable, culminating in three straight dropped passes to end the game.Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

01:17 This wasn't a surprise02:30 Offensive line compares to last year03:06 Ben is Batman Beyond05:20 Injury bug raises its ugly head10:17 Steelers are boring15:48 Offensive scheming improved17:18 Freiermuth replaces Ebron?18:00 Wide receiver breakdown19:38 Why Mike why?!22:51 Running back performance26:26 Defense overcomes attrition… to a point32:44 Special teams were special38:05 Check out Belichick's explanation of the evolution to the long snapperHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

07:00 Key takeaways - star players performed as expected07:30 New player signings pay off09:28 TJ Watt played “just fine”10:14 Minkah Fitzpatrick freed to play11:48 Keith Butler's game plan caps the gunslinger14:14 Melvin Ingram - the perfect signing?16:05 Special teams enigma20:08 Offensive line fulfills prophecy23:26 Batman Ben27:30 Matt Canada - jury is out28:55 What separates Steelers offense from all others36:45 Looking aheadHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

02:00 Tunch Ilkin battle ends07:35 Offensive line woes16:45 TJ Watt's and Stephon Tuitt's absences21:25 Joe Haden to free agency21:57 Roster Cutdown23:50 Cornerback insurance: Ahkello Witherspoon25:13 Upcoming game: Buffalo Bills32:40 Silver liningsHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

02:05 Did Dwayne Haskins make his case for QB2?10:15 Steelers cut nine players10:46 Who surprised this pre-season?12:35 Emerging players: Isaiah Loudermilk, James Pierre13:30 Defensive Line - strength of the team13: 59 Red alert17:30 Punting battle19:13 Running back pecking order20:32 Wide receivers settled23:16 Linebackers thin line25:48 Safety concern26:25 Long Snapper battle - laces outHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

00:30 The first team sees action in pre-season game 302:20 Counting pre-season wins05:25 Ben unstoppable08:25 Is Freiermuth the modern day version of Heath Miller?10:20 Steelers discover play action21:48 Tight Ends23:40 Game themes25:06 Rudolph vs Haskins30:22 Offensive line33:45 Running backs41:24 Defense44:47 Special teamsHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

02:15 Steelers shore up ILB corps with Joe Schobert06:14 Why no No love for the O-Line?12:54 Tomlin on the scrimmage18:37 Will Ben play in pre-season?24:08 Game recap - Time of Possession imbalance27:15 QB2 competition33:24 Running Backs37:31 O-line39:12 Wide Receivers40:55 Tight ends41:26 D-line42:38 Inside linebackers43:58 Secondary46:29 Special teams47:50 Steelers cap space48:18 Joe Haden wants to extend! Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

01:47 Report: James Washington wants traded10:27 Hall of Fame Game13:08 Pressley Harvin - did he lock up the punter job?17:45 2nd Year Syndrome18:00 Alex Highsmith21:05 Chase Claypool25:30 James Pierre continues to distinguish himself26:07 Matt Canada's offense emerges 26:38 Shutting down the Cowboys' offense27:30 Steelers offense27:42 Sloman - Ugh28:15 QBs - Rudolph v Haskins34:22 Offensive Line - I was wrong40:04 Najee Harris and the RBs41:25 WRs continue to drop the ball42:35 Looking at the defense44:50 Secondary is a bright spot48:00 What's next?Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

01:47 Training Camp in pads begins02:10 Concern with injury bug05:54 A questionable O-Line suffers setbacks13:51 Receivers still dropping balls19:35 QB pecking order23:46 Tight end competition24:46 Pat Freiermuth - welcome to the NFL29:31 James Pierre - camp darling?32:36 Troy Polamalu - will COVID keep him from the HoF?33:26 Steelers announce 2021 Hall of Honor Inductees37:45 Madden blows it again44:22 The legend of Cannonball Butler46:17 Chase Claypool's distractionHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

02:21 Hall of Fame Game05:38 Roster Cut Down -we're guessing07:52 Mason Rudolph - is he the solid #2 QB?10:19 Does Josh Dobbs have a job?13:10 Roster Cut Down - the facts14:30 Vince Williams Retires21:33 Inside Linebacker Corps23:23 Melvin Ingram shores up the OLB28:45 Steeler Leadership - passing of the torch29:52 Ben Saga34:53 Presser- Mike Tomlin39:20 Tomlin relaxes on the Flying Coach Podcast41:37 Matt Canada - “This is the easiest offense in America”44:40 Steelers Depth Chart46:39 Bud DuPree in the newsHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

00:54 Dwayne Haskins assaulted by his wife11:22 Ben's tic exposed. 23:50 Cam Heyward lowers the boom on Devin Bush29:41 Steel sharpens steel: Harris vs. Bush35:53 Rosie Nix retires40:03 Anthony Chickillo retires43:03 Sack records reset46:24 Martavis Bryant suspended (again)49:15 Richard Sherman goes berzerkHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

00:40 Brady - Rogers Rematch12:21 Mike Tennanbaum predicts that Ben will be benched by game 726:25 Devin Bush unleashed on Twitter32:45 Jack Lambert turns 69; were players tougher in the 70's?45:50 Training Camp updateHit us up on Twitter at @SteelersoutpostShoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

02:10 David DeCastro thinks about filing a grievance08:25 Troy Palamalu's thoughts about Pittsburgh as he enters the HOF11:35 Kevin Dotson in the coaches' dog house?18:56 Sam Slomen signed24:53 Steelers are becoming known for their social media antics47:06 Washington Football Team WoesHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

01:10 Training Camp won't be at St. Vincent's for the second year in a row07:13 David Decastro released with a non-football related injury16:17 DeCastro's HOF chances19:48 DeCastro's replacement, Trai Turner, is signed28:02 Ben and Matt Canada: How will they mesh? Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.comPrivacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

14:19 Matt Canada lights Twitter fuse15:31 Implementing play action17:07 We need Chase Claypool to be the #1 playmaker19:48 Diontae Johnson looks to cure the dropsies 22:36 Will James Pierre be the camp surprise?24:34 What is Dwayne Haskins thinking?32:16 Trai Turner former Panther and Chargers guard visits PittsburghHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

02:09 Devin Bush says he'll be 100%15:44 Le'Veon Bell is LOSING it20:35 JuJu's chess game30:30 Kendrick Green is in OTAs, but no contract yet32:56 2022 Mock Draft Just for funHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

00:22 Former Colts safety Malik Hooker visits Pittsburgh12:20 OTAs and the new offense31:25 Ben's interview41:25 Tunch Ilkin :(Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

00:52 Le’Veon Bell has something to prove13:06 OTAs open21:28 Ben can’t catch a break25:03 2022 salary cap announced27:40 Rookie signings nearly complete28:04 Let Janoris Jenkins know if you’ve seen his WraithHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

01:36 Ben fetes the rookies04:35 More thoughts on Najee13:28 Rookie jersey number game24:35 Rookie mini-camp26:10 2021 schedule is released30:38 Steelers opens at the Bills36:16 First half of the season41:30 Second half of the seasonHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

03:40 Terrell Edmunds 5th year option17:27 Steelers lead NFL in 2022 cap space19:50 Steelers potential next blockbuster QB23:35 Colbert draft philosophy26:36 JuJu find free agency stressful31:52 Steelers 2021 draft theme40:28 Dan Moore Jr. 46:07 Buddy Johnson49:03 Isaiahh Loudermilk51:00 Quincy Roche52:32 Pressley Harvin IIIHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

01:03 “Worst draft I’ve ever seen” :)01:50 Running backs drafted in the first round02:55 Overarching draft theme12:17 Revamping the run game17:30 New offensive line philosophy25:47 Najee Harris30:43 Pat Frieirmuth34:01 Kendrick Green35:51 Dan Moore Jr36:36 Buddy Johnson37:41 Isaiahh Loudermilk39:01 Quincy Roche41:02 Tre Norwood41:46 Pressley Harvin IIIHit us up on Twitter at @SteelersoutpostShoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

00:52 Mike Tomlin signs a 3 year contract27:55 Alejandro Villanueva to the Ravens?32:04 Pressley Harvin III - wildcard draft pick34:07 Steelers draft strategy: Win now? Build for the Future?50:20 Justin Layne52:50 Mock Drafts - What are the pundits predicting?58:25 NFL Schedule releaseHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

LINEBACKER REVIEW00:52 Vince Williams returns!15:22 Josh Dobbs is back22:15 Linebackers23:28 Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah29:26 Baron Browning32:39 Jamin Davis34:00 Zaven Collins39:50 Nick Bolton41:41 Jabril Cox44:31 Dylan MosesHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

0:38 Steven Nelson feels like he didn’t get a fair shake from the Steelers8:16 This week’s acquisitions:T.J. Carter - DL, KentuckyJamir Jones - OLB, Notre Dame13:08 Tight End Review:20:45 Tommy Trember25:56 Pat Frieirmuth32:31 Hunter Long37:08 Brevin Jordan42:21 Kylen Granson45:50 Steeler Performance Based PayoutsHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

Will we replace Sean Davis with Karl Joseph?Jordan Berry signs for one year.Steelers add depth with Rashaad Coward, Kalen Ballage, Matthew Sexton10:40 Cornerback Review:11:54 Patrick Surtain15:00 Caleb Farley21:35 Jaycee Horn26:39 Asante Samuel34:40 Aaron Robinson40:09 Greg Newsome47:18 Rule ChangesHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

02:36 Steven Nelson is released12:26 Rashaad Coward - possible OL acquisition13:33 Tyson Alualu - still a Steeler!21:10 NFL’s Blockbuster Trade24:35 Alejandro Villanueva to stay?27:27 Robert Spillane signs31:15 Analysis of Center Draft Candidates34:32 Landon Dickerson37:11 Creed Humphrey40:05 Josh Myers41:28 Drake Jackson43:26 Trey Hill45:24 Owners’ Meeting March 30-31Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

JuJu takes a “team friendly” deal with a one-year, $8 million contract. It’s not as though he didn’t have options.Out of nowhere we hear that Steven Nelson asked to explore trade options and the Steelers granted the request. Nelson’s departure compounds the weakening of the secondary with the loss of Mike Hilton.We also talk about other personnel changes that happened this past week: Vince Williams is released; Zach Banner and Chris Wormly were re-signed. Former Detroit Lions’ LB Miles Killebrew and special teams star, is rumored to be negotiating a one-year deal. The Steelers are also talking to offensive lineman Joe Haeg, formerly of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last season.Running Back Analysis:25:54 Najee Harris32:00 Javonte Williams36:47 Travis Etienne42:14Kenneth Gainwell47:26 Michael Carter50:40 Trey SermonHit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

The Steelers made a surprise acquisition last year, bringing in Eric Ebron. In 2017 it was Joe Haden. With little cap space in 2021, can Kevin Colbert work some magic to shore up some glaring weaknesses?What wasn’t a surprise was the signing of BJ Finney. He is a sorely-needed veteran presence for an offensive line that is disappearing before our eyes as Matt Feiler moves to the Chargers in a 3-year, $21 million deal.Although it was almost a foregone conclusion, it still hurts to see Bud Dupree leave. He’s going to the Titans for a deal that will pay him more than $16M per year. However, there is good news. The Steelers re-signed CB Cam Sutton to a 2-Year, $9 million contract, less than anticipated, although the deal length is a bit odd.We wait with baited breath to see if we retain Joe Haden, but assume that we won’t be able to hold onto the Silver Bullet.Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

We review six draft candidates for the offensive line, focusing on tackles.Sam CosmiAlex LeatherwoodChristian DarrisawTevin JenkinsJalen MayfieldLiam EichenbergBig Ben is locked and loaded for 2021. How does his new deal help the Steelers?BJ Finney takes a 12 month lap around the NFL. Could he be back in Pittsburgh just in time to shore up this O-line?Looking at Chris Simms’ Top Six QBs in the draft - if these players all go in the first round, what is the benefit to the Steelers?Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

PButch is back to talk with us about how the Steelers should approach 2021 and beyond. Bet the farm on next year? Create cap space and write off next year?Art Rooney met with Ben on Tuesday and said “Ben assured me that he is committed to coming back to help us win, and I told Ben that we would like to have him back to help us win a championship. We both understand that the next step is to work out Ben's contract situation."What are the Steelers chances for a long playoff run with the old gunslinger running point in 2021?Hit us up on Twitter at @SteelersoutpostShoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

We interpret Kevin Colbert’s GM-speak, "As we sit here today, Ben is a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers.”By March 17 all teams have to meet the salary cap. With an overhang of at least $14 million, what’s the best way for the Steelers to get under the limit?Art Rooney assures us that we’re not in rebuilding mode. What are the chances of the Steelers being competitive next year?COVID constrained the 2021 finances, but it looks like the NFL will be awash in cash in 2022.Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

Pouncey retires having achieved all-pro first team twice and second team three times. He was selected for the pro bowl nine times and was named to the Hall of Fame All-Decade team. Will this push Ben to make a different decision? JJ Watt parts ways with the Texans. Primanti Brothers said they would rename themselves “Watt Brothers” if he lands in Pittsburgh. Could his brothers be enough of an attraction for him to sign a team-friendly contract with the Steelers? Get ready for Offensive Line Musical Chairs as Mike Tomlin says Zach Banner needs to plan to be the left tackle in 2021. Retooling the O-Line with current players give us significant draft flexibility. Over 60% of the offensive coaching staff turned over since the end of the 2020 season. The Steelers just brought in a quality control coach who has spent years at Matt Canada’s side. Although not as extensive, there is some retooling of the defensive coach ranks. The latest arrival may be a veteran defensive backs coach .Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

We send our condolences to the Rooney family who lost matriarch Patricia - wife of Dan Sr., mother of AR II - who passed away this week at 88. She was another pillar in a family who built and maintained a team with integrity and pride.Ben Roethlisberger: "I don’t care bout my pay at all this year!” With $40m of cap hit kicked down the road until it reached a dead end in 2021, Ben says he want to play, even at a financial cost. A lot of pieces need to come together to make this Rubik's Cube work, but this is the biggest piece.What about the blockbuster Goff-Stafford trade?! Goff moves north shackled with an enormous contract while Stafford travels to SoCal for a potential Super Bowl run for the first time in his career.T.J. Watt wins AFC Defensive Player of the Year - 101 Awards

There were MAJOR changes in the upper coaching echelon. One change was long overdue. Another change needs an explanation and the third was a head-scratcher. Meanwhile the NFL seems to be sniffing around our vaunted front office. HANDS OFF!The Steelers will pick 24th in the 2021 draft. We’ll touch on it during this episode before launching into a deep dive in the coming weeks.From a creampuff schedule to a widow-maker: the 2021 schedule is out and it’s no cakewalk.Good luck to Alan Faneca and to Bill Nunn’s family as HOF voting takes place January 19.Bonus: stick around through the end of the episode for our tribute to the Cleveland Browns.Visit the website www.steelersoutpost.comCheck us out on Instagram @Steelersoutpost Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

*Steelers suffer yet another embarrassing, early playoff exit at the hands of a heavy underdog.How, after going down 28-0, and somehow clawing back to within striking distance did they blow it in the end?Did Pouncey’s bad snap and Ben’s ensuing INT render the subsequent collapse inevitable?Why the defensive deference to Baker? Were TJ and Minka in the game? This game was more of the same: The team comes out flat and falls behind before retrenching, but eventually slipping back into the abyss. Is Ben done?Dissecting Mike Tomlin’s decision making and strategy.What are the likely changes in 2021? *Tomlin Playoff Defense2020 - 48 points to Mayfield2017 - 45 Points to Bortles2016 - 36 Points to Brady2015 - 23 to 1-armed-Peyton2014 - 30 to Flacco 2012 - 29 TebowVisit the website www.steelersoutpost.comCheck us out on Instagram @Steelersoutpost Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

Why was this a de facto victory for the Steelers?Although we dispel the thought of Mason as heir apparent to Ben, we talk about his best performance as a pro and how he fits into the Steeler future.Next men up: McDonald, Wormley, Williamson, Elliott, RaderWhat to make of this offensive line?Is Ray Ray McCloud regressing?Sideline roughhousing: Carlos Williams & Isaiah BuggsPreview of Steelers’ wild card game with the Cleveland Browns on SundayStephon Tuitt named the Steelers recipient of the 2020 Ed Block Courage Award.Chase Claypool ties Franco Harris and Louis Lipps for the most TDs by a Steelers rookies in a single season with 11.Claypool passes Troy Edwards for the most receptions by a rookie in franchise history with 62SACKSburgh 56 sacks this season ties the franchise record set in 2017 73 straight games with a sack NFL RECORD Fourth-straight 50-sack season - first team in NFL history to lead the league in sacks four consecutive years.Visit the website www.steelersoutpost.comCheck us out on Instagram @Steelersoutpost Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

With the Steelers languishing for the better part of three quarters, Ben Roethlisberger places a bomb on the outstretched hands of Diontae Johnson to complete a 39 yard touchdown that sparked a 21 point explosion over the three possessions to overcome what was looking like an insurmountable deficit.The defense was inspired by the offensive awakening, holding the Colts to 3 points and 148 offensive yards.We talk about what was seemingly the only story of this game - Ben casting off whatever, trepidation, pain, caution he was exhibiting over the last 3.75 games and placing the team on his shoulders.Not that the defense was waiting for a signal. Mike Hilton continued to show why we're nervous about our ability to keep him next season with an INT and 2 defended passes. TJ Watt raised the stakes in the DPOY competition, garnering 2 sacks, a forced fumble and a timely tackle that just may have saved a touchdown.What do you think the coaches will do against Cleveland next week? Sit the vets, or try to keep an edge on?Visit the website www.steelersoutpost.comCheck us out on Instagram @Steelersoutpost Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

This three game slide has been brutal, not only on our record, but on our high hopes to end on a high note as the Ben Roethlisberger era winds to its inevitable end.BUT, in this episode, we focus on the positives:QB talent is plentifulYoung talent still on their first contractWe also talk about what the Steelers can do to build for the future. We have levers to pull.Visit the website www.steelersoutpost.comCheck us out on Instagram @Steelersoutpost Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

Game ThemesFather Time has Caught Big BenOffensive line is unrecognizableAnemic offense wears defense downCincinnati leverages third-string QB Super Bowl hopes are dashedGAME RECAP1st HalfComplete offensive futility - 40 total yardsBetter play calling2nd HalfFirst two drives give hope, but offense fizzlesDefense firepower drained as time went onVisit the website www.steelersoutpost.comCheck us out on Instagram @Steelersoutpost Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

Game ThemesThe offense is broken Tomlin denies philosophical issue Why keep Ben if you have to protect him like this? O-Line horrible & injured Dionte & Ebron still terrible Claypool needs to take next step Not enough explosive players (RB)The defense is phenomenal, but depleted Offense put them in hole (time of possession) Allen eventually figured out blitzing Too many injuries Tomlin admits so3 games in 12 days changed the course of the seasonVisit the website www.steelersoutpost.comCheck us out on Instagram @Steelersoutpost Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

We felt this coming. There were too many games that hinged on slash plays beneficial bounces of the ball for us to be comfortable with an undefeated record.The under-rated Washington Football Team dialed in to a depleted, worn-out, predictable Steelers team.Playing 3 games in 12 days, the Steelers showed signs of fatigue. More injuries.MORE dropped passesAn almost non-existent run gameWhat can the Steelers do in the run up to the playoffs and enter with momentum and a game-winning strategy?Visit the website www.steelersoutpost.comCheck us out on Instagram @Steelersoutpost Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

Lead Story: Bud Dupree lost for the seasonOffense victimizes itself with 9 dropped passesSpecial Teams gaffsDefense suppresses Ravens Mike Tomlin: "The urgency needs to be felt"Visit the website www.steelersoutpost.comCheck us out on Instagram @Steelersoutpost Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

COVID has savaged the Raven locker room, felling 20 dirty birds as of November 30.We talk the implications for the game, as well as whether the Steelers are being dealt from the bottom of the deck. Will the game eventually be postponed allowing the Ravens to get back to full strength?How should Baltimore - individuals and the team - be held accountable for behavior that opened the door to this plague?We also talk about how many Pittsburgh fans are denigrating the Kansas City Chiefs and how the Steelers-Chiefs match up.Finally, if Pittsburgh plays on Tuesday, they only have four days to prepare for the Washington Football Team on Monday. Might the NFL make an allowance for the short turnaround time?Visit the website www.steelersoutpost.comCheck us out on Instagram @Steelersoutpost Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

Were we worried about this game with the lowly Jacksonville Jaguars? If you were around in 2017, yeah. You'd be worried too. Even with Jaguars coming out of the tunnel with a QB playing in his third NFL game.The Steelers finally take care of business. When they have a 10 point spread on the road, now THAT's the time to worry. But this turned out to be the second yawner (was anyone awake in the third quarter) in a row.What's new to say? Certainly not the offensive play calling. Why is Benny Snell the go to guy with the ball inside the 5 yard line. Why are we running on 2nd and long, let alone 3rd and long?While we're not seeing Ben the Bomber of old, he's making it happen with an armamentarium replete with deadly weapons. Diontae Johnson broke the 100 yard mark for the second game in a row. Chase Claypool came within one TD (10) of the all-time Steeler record for a rookie.James Conner exceeded 6 yards per carry on his way to 89 yards.But it was the magnificent defense that held Jacksonville to 3 points, which came on the first drive. The Jaguars would only see the Steeler side of the field once more in the entire game.Minkah Fitzpatrick and Terrell Edmunds turned on their Luton Radars, picking him for two INTs each. While the Bud Dupree and Stephon Tuitt extended the Steeler consecutive game sack streak to 67.Tune into this podcast as we contemplate the disrespect for the Steelers 10 game winning streak.Visit the website www.steelersoutpost.comCheck us out on Instagram @Steelersoutpost Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com

Ben new practice regimen: homeschooling his pre-schooler 333 yards, 4 TDs 0 INT, 0 SacksSteeler defense suppresses Bengals ZERO third down conversionsSpecial Teams makes a 180 Boswell in the rain Forced fumbles Ray-Ray McCloudClaypool & Dionte break out What’s wrong with the run game?Next week, Jacksonville Jaguars.Visit the website www.steelersoutpost.comCheck us out on Instagram @Steelersoutpost Hit us up on Twitter at @Steelersoutpost Shoot us an email at Steelersoutpost@gmail.com