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On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo recap the team's minicamp at its South Side facility this week. What did we ultimately learn about Aaron Rodgers upon his arrival in Pittsburgh? What should we make of him not practicing with the team? What kind of impact is DK Metcalf making on the passing game? And how will both players shape Arthur Smith's offense in the year ahead? Our duo tackles those questions, then give their thoughts on T.J. Watt's absence, the looming risk of a training camp holdout and the 2023 NFL draft class -- led by Joey Porter Jr., Broderick Jones, Keeanu Benton and Nick Herbig -- starting to step into leadership roles for the team.

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Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette Steelers insider Christopher Carter react to the team's picks on Day 3 of the NFL draft. -How can fourth-round pick Jack Sawyer add to the already deep EDGE group that includes T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig? -Does the defensive line now have the necessary depth to succeed now that fifth-round pick Yahya Black has joined first-round pick Derrick Harmon and veterans Cam Heyward and Keeanu Benton? -What will sixth-rounder Will Howard offer the QB room, which currently includes Mason Rudolph and may still sign Aaron Rodgers? -Will seventh-rounders Carson Bruener and Donte Kent make contributions? Or are they likely depth pieces? Our duo tackles those questions, plus reacts to Shedeur Sanders heading to Cleveland to join a crowded QB group that already includes Joe Flacco, Dillon Gabriel, Deshaun Watson and former Steelers QB Kenny Pickett.

Bucky Irving...125th overall in 2024. Nick Herbig...132nd overall in 2023. Kerby Joseph...97th overall in 2022. Teams can, and do, find themselves difference makers on the second and third day of the draft. Who might be those players this season? Dane Brugler and Daniel Jeremiah from NFL Network join Robert Mays to highlight the potential mid-round gems in the 2025 NFL Draft on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Get The Beast: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/the-beast/2025/Host: Robert MaysCo-Host: Derrik KlassenWith: Dane Brugler and Daniel JeremiahExecutive Producer: Michael BellerProducer: Michael BellerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeFollow Robert on Bluesky: @robertmays.bsky.socialFollow Derrik on Bluesky: @qbklass.bsky.socialFollow Dane on Bluesky: @danebrugler.bsky.socialFollow Robert on X: @robertmaysFollow Derrik on X: @QBKlassFollow Dane on X: @dpbruglerFollow Daniel on X: @MoveTheSticksTheme song: HauntedWritten by Dylan Slocum, Trevor Dietrich, Ruben Duarte, Kyle McAulay, and Meredith VanWoert / Performed by Spanish Love SongsCourtesy of Pure Noise / By arrangement with Bank Robber Music, LLC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bucky Irving...125th overall in 2024. Nick Herbig...132nd overall in 2023. Kerby Joseph...97th overall in 2022. Teams can, and do, find themselves difference makers on the second and third day of the draft. Who might be those players this season? Dane Brugler and Daniel Jeremiah from NFL Network join Robert Mays to highlight the potential mid-round gems in the 2025 NFL Draft on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Get The Beast: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/the-beast/2025/ Host: Robert Mays Co-Host: Derrik Klassen With: Dane Brugler and Daniel Jeremiah Executive Producer: Michael Beller Producer: Michael Beller Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Follow Robert on Bluesky: @robertmays.bsky.social Follow Derrik on Bluesky: @qbklass.bsky.social Follow Dane on Bluesky: @danebrugler.bsky.social Follow Robert on X: @robertmays Follow Derrik on X: @QBKlass Follow Dane on X: @dpbrugler Follow Daniel on X: @MoveTheSticks Theme song: Haunted Written by Dylan Slocum, Trevor Dietrich, Ruben Duarte, Kyle McAulay, and Meredith VanWoert / Performed by Spanish Love Songs Courtesy of Pure Noise / By arrangement with Bank Robber Music, LLC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John and Nick discuss the Steelers' potential strategies in the 2025 NFL Draft, including the significance of the 21st pick. They explore the buzz around Shedeur Sanders, the impact of Pat McAfee's recent event in Pittsburgh, and the implications of drafting a wide receiver or running back. They also touch on the quarterback class, TJ Watt's contract situation, and the potential of Nick Herbig.  Hosts: Nick Farabaugh and John Luciew Producer: Megan Lavey-Heaton Every episode of the Steelers Breakdown can be found on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or your preferred podcast player. Follow all of PennLive's Pittsburgh Steelers coverage at https://www.pennlive.com/steelers/ Check out our other sports podcasts: Blue-White Breakdown covering Penn State football PA High School Football Report covering Pennsylvania high school football PennLive Wrestling Podcast covering all things Pennsylvania wrestling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to grade GM Omar Khan on his first two seasons of NFL draft picks and free agency signings. How much credit does he deserve for adding contributors including Joey Porter Jr., Zach Frazier, Keeanu Benton, Payton Wilson and Nick Herbig. Can first-round picks Broderick Jones and Troy Fautanu still emerge as difference makers? And do the draft classes rely on them to be considered successes? On the free agency and trade front, how should we view moves for names including Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, Patrick Queen, Donte Jackson, Larry Ogunjobi, Patrick Peterson, Elandon Roberts, Isaac Seumalo, DeShon Elliott, Van Jefferson and others? Did Khan hit on enough of those guys? Or did the additions end up leaving too much to be desired? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders how much help the offensive line may still need despite heavy investment in it the past couple of offseasons.

On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko to preview the NFL Week 18 matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals. Is this game a must-win to avoid a potential first-round matchup with the Baltimore Ravens and instead draw the struggling Texans? Is QB Russell Wilson's ability to avoid costly mistakes the key to an offensive turnaround? Or is the pressure on Zach Frazier, Broderick Jones, Dan Moore Jr. and the young offensive line to pave the way for Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren to have rushing success? On defense, can T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig, Alex Highsmith, Cam Heyward and the pass rush be more effective in getting home and sacking Joe Burrow to slow his connection with receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins? And can the return of Joey Porter Jr. help the secondary in coverage? Our duo tackles those questions, previews a busy slate of games around the NFL -- including the Detroit Lions vs. Minnesota Vikings for the No. 1 seed in the NFC -- and also gives predictions for how Steelers-Bengals will shake out.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Brian Batko and Ray Fittipaldo report from the team's practice facility ahead of a crucial NFL Week 16 matchup with the AFC North rival Baltimore Ravens. How can OC Arthur Smith get Najee Harris, Jaylen Warren and the running game back on track after an ugly performance last week against the Philadelphia Eagles? Can he get more out of young offensive lineman such as Zach Frazier, Broderick Jones and Mason McCormick? Or does he need to switch up his play calling at tactics? Where does George Pickens' injury situation stand, and what impact could that have on QB Russell Wilson and the passing game? Then on the defensive side of the ball, how important is T.J. Watt's availability to helping DC Teryl Austin stop Ravens QB Lamar Jackson? Can the unit survive with Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig as the lead pass rushers? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to analyze the Steelers defense. What led to the third-down issues last week against the Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, Devonta Smith and the Eagles? Can they be fixed ahead of a pivotal AFC North showdown with Lamar Jackson and the Ravens in NFL Week 16? And is the secondary a specific area of concern, with Dontae Jackson injured and players like Joey Porter Jr. and Minkah Fitzpatrick giving up a lot of yardage through the air? Our duo tackles those topics and more, including: Officiating issues that have angered Steelers players including George Pickens; injury updates on players including Pickens, Jackson, T.J. Watt, DeShon Elliott and Larry Ogunjobi; and the defense's readiness to play without Watt with names such as Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig.

The battle of Pennsylvania features A.J. Brown, Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley, Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata and Johnny Wilson on one side with T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Minkah Fitzpatrick and Nick Herbig on the other. In a matchup of CEO head coaches, Nick Sirianni goes against Mike Tomlin as two of the league's best square off. Can the Eagles fight through the silly off-field drama of the week to win their 10th game in a row?Our PHLY crew puts the finishing touches on their week of analysis, with predictions from Zach Berman and much more.

Steelers OLB Alex Highsmith joins the show this morning ahead of his long awaited return to play alongside TJ Watt and Nick Herbig.

Alex Highsmith joins the show this morning ahead of his long awaited return to play alongside TJ Watt and Nick Herbig. Craig Wolfley believes history is on the Steelers side when they host the Browns this Sunday.

"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin is joined by "The Orange and Brown Report" host Michael Keefe to preview the NFL Week 14 game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cleveland Browns. The Steelers have won 20 straight games in Pittsburgh against the Browns. The guys discussed why the Browns started Deshaun Watson for as long as they did before his season-ending Achilles injury. Jameis Winston has a 2-3 record as the Browns' starter this season. The guys also talked about why the Browns didn't keep Baker Mayfield a few seasons back. The Steelers have had offensive success with Russell Wilson and Justin Fields. Wide receiver George Pickens has played at a high level, but still commits penalties that cost the Steelers. Bergin wonders whether the Steelers will look to offer him an extension in the offseason or whether they'll let him play out his rookie contract. The guys also talked about the dominance of Myles Garrett and T.J. Watt as edge rushers. Alex Highsmith is due back for the Steelers after suffering an ankle injury a few weeks back. Highsmith gives the Steelers depth with Watt and Nick Herbig. Bergin shared how the Steelers will have to try to slow down the Browns' offense led by Winston, Nick Chubb, David Njoku and Jerry Jeudy. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, YouTube, Threads Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads Ike Taylor Swaggin U' T-shirts: Tap here Taylor Talkin' T-shirts: Tap here

Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. Ray said Alex Highsmith and Calvin Austin should be good to go for Sunday. Will we see more from Mike Williams at some point? How much of a split do we see between Highsmith and Nick Herbig against the Browns? Ray got into some of the defensive numbers and if the unit has been good enough. Ray said it's hard to switch things up when the team is 9-3 in December. Ray liked what he saw from Arthur Smith on Sunday and how he changed up what we're used to seeing. What does the future look like for George Pickens in a Steelers uniform? How should the Steelers handle off-season plans with Russell Wilson?

Is the Steelers defense really good or great? It may not be up to the preseason expectations, but it's still a really good unit – just not great. What is this defense asking of its safeties? We looked at what Minkah Fitzpatrick is doing, which is a fine job, but they're taking away what he is best at. As long as the numbers are good, people won't pay too much attention to it, but what happens if this team loses games? Chris thinks that theory will be tested heavily the new few games. Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. Ray said Alex Highsmith and Calvin Austin should be good to go for Sunday. Will we see more from Mike Williams at some point? How much of a split do we see between Highsmith and Nick Herbig against the Browns? Ray got into some of the defensive numbers and if the unit has been good enough. Ray said it's hard to switch things up when the team is 9-3 in December. Ray liked what he saw from Arthur Smith on Sunday and how he changed up what we're used to seeing. What does the future look like for George Pickens in a Steelers uniform? How should the Steelers handle off-season plans with Russell Wilson? Total Request Thursday.

Dec. 3 – Ep. 36: On this episode of The Depot Dive, Joe and Ross dive right in on recapping the exciting 44-38 win over the Cincinnati Bengals to improve the Pittsburgh Steelers' record to 9-3. We talk about Russell Wilson's big day winning in multiple different ways. We also talk about the defense allowing 31 points, Joey Porter Jr.'s penalties, the three forced turnovers and more. For the second topic, we recap the injury news from Mike Tomlin's Tuesday press conference. Alex Highsmith should be returning, so we talk about having all four outside linebackers available for the first time and more. For the third topic, we preview the upcoming rematch against the Cleveland Browns. It could be quite the chippy game given some of what happened during the last matchup. We wrap it up by answering a question about Nick Herbig and whether he is a franchise-type player that needs to be extended following the 2025 season. Thank you for joining us for this 35-minute episode, and we hope to see your thoughts in the comment section. Call the hotline at (412) 254-3145 and leave us a question for a chance to have it answered in a future episode. You can also text the line if you don't wish to have your voice on the show! Follow us on Twitter: Ross: @Ross_McCorkle Joe: @jclark1233 Steelersdepot.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey reacts to the first episode of HBO's 'Hard Knocks' show, which is taking an inside look at the Steelers and their AFC North rival Browns, Bengals and Ravens this season. Why was coach Mike Tomlin the obvious star? Could the show change perceptions about him by giving fans more insight on how he interacts with his players and assistants? Which of his qualities did we see in moments with players including George Pickens and Nick Herbig that aren't aren't always obvious from the outside? Jason tackles those questions and more related to the show, then ponders what the return of Alex Highsmith could mean for T.J. Watt and the pass rush. He wraps the show with his thoughts on former Pirates reliever Aroldis Chapman signing with the Boston Red Sox in MLB free agency.

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to the impending return of pass rusher Alex Highsmith on defense. How can he be a gamechanger for this defense as it looks to do a better job against QB Jameis Winston and the Cleveland Browns in NFL Week 14 thank it did in their first matchup a couple weeks ago? And what will his availability mean for fellow pass rushers T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig? Offensively, our duo weighs how Russell Wilson's decision making has changed the offense since he took over for Justin Fields and helped targets including George Pickens, Pat Freiermuth, Calvin Austin III and other gain more yards after the catch. Then Chris and Ray wrap the show with a look at the AFC playoff race and where the Steelers fit in it with teams like the Bills, Chiefs, Ravens, Broncos, Chargers and Texans.

Trevor Sikkema is joined by NFL analyst Ollie Connolly as they break down how the Broncos finished with a Win against the Browns. The guys also discuss the amazing level of play they have seen from Jordan Mailata, Leonard Williams, and Nick Herbig. 00:00 - Intro 01:45 - Browns vs. Broncos 19:40 - Eagles offensive line 29:55 - Leonard Williams 38:30 - Nick Herbig

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news, including the Steelers' NFL Week 13 victory against the Bengals in Cincinnati. What should we make a big day offensively from names including Russell Wilson, George Pickens, Najee Harris and Pat Freiermuth? Should there be concern about the defense -- particularly the oft-flagged Joey Porter Jr. -- despite some key turnovers forced by T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig, Payton Wilson and Donte Jackson? And which AFC opponent should coach Mike Tomlin's team most fear in the playoffs? Patrick Mahomes and the defending champion Chiefs? Or MVP favorite Josh Allen and the Bills? Paul tackles those questions, then reacts to a busy week of college football. Can Penn State really win the Big Ten title Saturday against Oregon after clinching a berth by virtue of Ohio State's upset loss to Michigan? What should we make of the brawl between the Buckeyes and Wolverines and several other teams around the sport? And where do Pitt and coach Pat Narduzzi go from here after losing their last five games of the season?

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's show, we discuss Mike Tomlin's weekly availability. He dove into a variety of topics, including Alex Highsmith being set to return and allowing the team to deploy him, TJ Watt and Nick Herbig collectively. He said Joey Porter Jr. has a serial killer mentality and they don't want to take that away. He praised Bengals WR Tee Higgins and touched on why Cam Sutton saw the majority of snaps over Beanie Bishop in the slot. We also answer questions on if Josh Reynolds could be a fit, if the team record would be better if Russ didn't get hurt and if Joey Porter Jr. should play less press-man coverage. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trevor Sikkema is joined by NFL analyst Ollie Connolly as they break down how the Broncos finished with a Win against the Browns. The guys also discuss the amazing level of play they have seen from Jordan Mailata, Leonard Williams, and Nick Herbig. 00:00 - Intro 01:45 - Browns vs. Broncos 19:40 - Eagles offensive line 29:55 - Leonard Williams 38:30 - Nick Herbig

Post-Gazette sports writers Adam Bittner and Paul Zeise react live after the Steelers' NFL Week 13 matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. How did George Pickens, Russell Wilson, Najee Harris and the offense bounce back from an uneven Week 12 outing against the Browns? Were Joey Porter Jr., Minkah Fitzpatrick and other members of the secondary about to contain Bengals stars Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins? How did T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig and the pass rush perform? And how did OC Arthur Smith decide to deploy his Justin Fields package this time?

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo react to the team's NFL Week 13 victory against the Bengals in Cincinnati, in which QB Russell Wilson passed for over 400 yards. How dangerous can this offense be with Wilson at the helm? And to what degree has he transformed this unit in his image in just six games under OC Arthur Smith? How important were RBs Jaylen Warren and Najee Harris to Wilson's big day? And how much credit does Wilson deserve for getting lots of targets involved, including George Pickens, Calvin Austin III and Pat Freiermuth? Our duo tackles those topics and also reacts to the defensive performance, noting big days from players including T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig and Donte Jackson in slowing the dynamic Bengals trio of Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.

On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to the Steelers' NFL Week 13 win against the Bengals in Cincinnati. Did Russell Wilson and the offense prove they're finding the balance they've long sought? What does it mean that Wilson is getting so many different targets involved in the passing game, from George Pickens, to Calvin Austin III, to Pat Freiermuth? How much credit does Najee Harris deserve for his efficiency in the running game? And are Broderick Jones, Dan Moore Jr. and the offensive line finding their groove after shutting down dangerous Bengals pass rusher Trey Hendrickson? Our duo tackles those questions, then talks defense. Did turnovers forced by T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig make up for some missed opportunities for the pass rush in previous games? How should we balance the big plays on defense with the fact that they gave up over 30 points? And are Joey Porter Jr.'s five penalties in the game a concern? Then later, Chris and Ray wrap the show by analyzing Pickens' unsportsmanlike conduct penalties and ponder where the Steelers fit in the AFC North race with the Ravens after they lost to the Eagles on Sunday.

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey reacts to the Steelers' NFL Week 13 victory against the Bengals in Cincinnati. How important was it for coach Mike Tomlin's team to prove it could win a shootout, with Russell Wilson outdueling Bengals QB Joe Burrow? And does that ability make this team an AFC contender with the Chiefs and Bills? Jason tackles those questions, analyzes rough days with penalties for George Pickens and Joey Porter Jr. and praises the offensive line as well as T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig and the ferocious pass rush that forced Burrow into two strip sack fumbles and an interception.

"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin shared his instant reaction to the Pittsburgh Steelers' 44-38 win against the Cincinnati Bengals. Bergin explained why it was Russell Wilson's best game on the Steelers and how the team can win several different ways. Bergin shared how he believes George Pickens needs to channel his antics in a way that isn't detrimental to the team. Pickens had two penalties in the game against the Bengals. While the Steelers' defense struggled at times, they created three takeaways against the Bengals offense and Joe Burrow. Nick Herbig had a forced fumble against Burrow and rookie linebacker Payton Wilson scooped it up and scored a touchdown. T.J. Watt also had a strip sack against Burrow. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, YouTube, Threads Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads Ike Taylor Swaggin U' T-shirts: Tap here Taylor Talkin' T-shirts: Tap here

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to talk Steelers ahead of a crucial NFL Week 13 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. What can coach Mike Tomlin and OC Arthur Smith do to fix the red zone issues that have surfaced the last few games? Or is better execution from key players including Russell Wilson, Najee Harris, George Pickens and Pat Freiermuth the simple answer? Later, our duo turns attention to the defense. Is T.J. Watt doing enough as the pass rush has struggled to get to opposing quarterbacks in recent weeks? Or does he need to do more to lead the group that includes Nick Herbig and Preston Smith in the absence of Alex Highsmith? And how should we evaluate the work Minkah Fitzpatrick has been doing in the secondary? Should he be making more big plays? Or is the way he denies offense wide swaths of the field valuable in its own right?

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo react to the team's NFL Week 12 loss to the Cleveland Browns. What went wrong for Russell Wilson, Najee Harris, George Pickens and the offense after a lackluster first half cost them in the end? Did Arthur Smith deploy backup QB Justin Fields correctly? Or was his late-game miss a bad call? What happened to T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig and the pass rush defensively after they struggled to get to Browns quarterback Jameis Winston? What should we make of a shaky performance from Dan Moore Jr. and the offensive line after Myles Garrett dominated them for three sacks? How encouraging was Pat Freiermuth's involvement in the gameplan? And why does Mike Tomlin's team seem to have so many problems in Cleveland in recent years? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

On the Friday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko to react to the team's NFL Week 12 loss to the Cleveland Browns. Offensively, what should we make of the late surge from Russell Wilson, Calvin Austin III and the offense after a sluggish first half? Was the Justin Fields package a true spark? Or did it leave the unit disjointed at times? What was going on with George Pickens as some of his frustration boiled over? And what should we make of another game where Jaylen Warren was more efficient than Najee Harris in the running game? Are duo tackles those questions, plus looks back on some controversial Mike Tomlin coaching decisions that proved pivotal. Then they wrap the show talking defense. Was the Steelers' pass rush as bad as it seemed? Or did Jameis Winston, Jerry Jeudy and the Browns just make some impressive plays in the face of pressure from T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig and Cam Heyward? And what should we make of the secondary's performance with names including Joey Porter Jr., Minkah Fitzpatrick and Donte Jackson allowing some key plays to go Cleveland's way?

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports, specifically the Steelers' NFL Week 12 loss to the Cleveland Browns on Thursday night. Is this team still a true contender with the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills in the race for the AFC title? Or are those teams still a step above? What should we make of Russell Wilson, George Pickens, Najee Harris and the offense playing well in the second half after a sluggish first half? Did OC Arthur Smith make good use of backup QB Justin Fields? How much should we see from him moving forward? And why didn't T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig, Cam Heyward, Minkah Fitzpatrick, Joey Porter Jr. and the defense have enough answers for Jameis Winston, Nick Chubb and the struggling Browns offense?

Gordon McGuinness and Billy Moy break down the play of three second year defenders in the NFL. They look at Nick Herbig of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Keion White of the New England Patriots and Moro Ojomo of the Philadelphia Eagles who have all impressed as pass-rushers in 2024.

On his weekly Chipped Ham & Football podcast, Post-Gazette Steelers insider welcomes former Pitt and Cleveland Browns offensive lineman Jason Pinkston to break down the rivals' NFL Week 12 matchup. Do T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig, Preston Smith and the Steelers' pass rush have the potential for a huge night with the Browns navigating injuries to key linemen including Dawand Jones and Jedrick Wills? Can every-down players respect the success a kicker like Chris Boswell is having this season? And what are Pinkston's memories of going up against Steelers legends including Troy Polamalu and James Harrison in this rivalry? Our duo tackles those topics and more.

On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to the team's NFL Week 11 victory against the Baltimore Ravens. How much credit do coach Mike Tomlin and DC Teryl Austin deserve for their gameplan to stop Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry? Why did the defense led by T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward and Minkah Fitzpatrick execute so well? And how can names like Patrick Queen, Payton Wilson and Nick Herbig build on forcing important turnovers? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Including: Was the offense's performance underrated? From Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren playing well in the running game to Russell Wilson making big throws to Darnell Washington and others late? And can the Steelers contend with Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs or Josh Allen and the Bills for the No. 1 seed in the AFC?

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo react to a crucial NFL Week 11 victory against the AFC North rival Baltimore Ravens at Acrisure Stadium. How did T.J. Watt, Patrick Queen, Nick Herbig, Payton Wilson and the defense dominate Ravens QB Lamar Jackson yet again? Even with Derrick Henry in his backfield? What should we make of a sluggish day from Russell Wilson and the offense, which failed to score a touchdown? Who beyond George Pickens can step up as a reliable target in the passing game? How much credit do Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren deserve for solid work in the running game? And how are the Steelers now positioned in the AFC North race moving forward? Could they even be a threat for the conference's No. 1 seed alongside the Chiefs and Bills? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the fallout of the team's win over the Baltimore Ravens. What and who stood out? The team got big contributions across the board defensively, but specifically Joey Porter Jr., Patrick Queen, Payton Wilson and Nick Herbig made their impacts felt. Lamar Jackson's woes against the Steelers continued. On the reversed side, the Steelers offense came entirely off the leg of Chris Boswell. The team didn't score a single touchdown. Russell Wilson and Arthur Smith didn't have a very good day. Should the team be utilized Justin Fields more/differently? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Herbig took out both pulling Ravens lineman on the 2-point play. Lamar Jackson hesitated on the play and it seemed like he was looking for an open receiver.

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Brian Batko: The Mike Tomlin press conference. Devin Bush has 16 tackles over the last two weeks but Mike Tomlin didn't mention him in the press conference. Tomlin did a good job calling a timeout on the Ravens 2-point play. Nick Herbig took out both pulling Ravens lineman on the 2-point play.

Welcome to Steelers Morning Rush, our new daily short-form podcast with Alan Saunders, giving a longer perspective on a single news topic surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers or the National Football League. Today, it's how the Steelers will replace Alex Highsmith at right outside linebacker. Highsmith is expected to miss at least the next two games with a left ankle sprain suffered in Sunday's win over the Washington Commanders. The Steelers have two obvious choices to replace Highsmith opposite T.J. Watt in the starting lineup: Preston Smith and Nick Herbig. But neither will be a one-to-one replacement. Smith has been playing a part-time role in Green Bay, and even if the Steelers double his snap count from his first game with the team against the Commanders, that would still fall short of Highsmith's usual role. Herbig has filled in for Highsmith in the past, but he is coming off a hamstring injury himself and the Steelers will likely want to bring him along slowly in his return to the game. With both Smith and Herbig likely playing a limited role, Jeremiah Moon could see some playing time against his former team as well. Alan breaks it down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin is joined by "Bleav in Ravens" host Matt Trigger to discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers' Week 11 game against the Baltimore Ravens. The guys discussed how the Steelers have dominated the recent rivalry, winning seven of the last eight matchups. The Steelers have been Lamar Jackson's kryptonite. Jackson has a 2-4 record against Pittsburgh. They also talked about Russell Wilson's success in his first three games with the Steelers, and whether the team should offer him a lucrative contract extension in the offseason. Sunday will mark the first time Diontae Johnson will go against the Steelers, his former team. The Steelers will be without edge rusher Alex Highsmith due to an ankle injury. They could get Nick Herbig back from a hamstring injury. Newly acquired edge rusher Preston Smith is also expected to get reps. Meanwhile, Baltimore brings a potent offense but faces challenges on defense, allowing the most passing yards per game in the NFL. Can the Ravens' high-scoring attack overcome the Steelers' second-half dominance, where they've outscored opponents 135-55? Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, YouTube, Threads Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads Ike Taylor Swaggin U' T-shirts: Tap here Taylor Talkin' T-shirts: Tap here

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo react to coach Mike Tomlin's news conference Tuesday at the team's South Side facility ahead of an NFL Week 11 matchup with the AFC North rival Baltimore Ravens. What's the latest on Alex Highsmith after his injury against the Washington Commanders? And how will the improving health of Nick Herbig and the trade for Preston Smith help the pass rush navigate the injury? Are rookie offensive linemen Zach Fraizer and Mason McCormick ready for the challenge of facing the tough Ravens defensive front? Why has Patrick Queen's play at linebacker been so encouraging it the last few games? Will Russell Wills, George Pickens, Mike Williams and the passing game have a big day against a leaky Ravens secondary? And can we expect to see banged-up players including Najee Harris, Donte Jackson and Calvin Austin III suit up? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, Derrick Bell joins us to preview the team's upcoming matchup against the Washington Commanders. The team will get Zach Frazier, Cordarrelle Patterson and Justin Fields back in the mix but will still be without Nick Herbig. Preston Smith and Mike Williams figure to make their team debuts, and we will see how large of roles they play. What are the key matchups in this one and who do we all believe will come out on the winning side? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missi Matthews is happy the Steelers were buyers at the trade deadline, but she's more excited to get guys like Zach Frazier and Nick Herbig back.

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to GM Omar Khan's moves at the NFL trade deadline. How much does the addition of Mike Williams via the New York Jets help the receiving corps? Will Preston Smith bolster the pass rushing depth behind T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig enough to make a difference? And how should we grade these moves compared to others that may have been available to Khan this season? From the failed talks for the San Francisco 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk this summer to missing out on Davante Adams in season? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

Welcome to Steelers Morning Rush, our new daily short-form podcast with Alan Saunders, giving a longer perspective on a single news topic surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers or the National Football League. Today, it's the Steelers' curious-at-first trade deadline acquisition of outside linebacker Preston Smith. Smith was not a player that had been rumored or connected to the Steelers leading up to the trade deadline, and outside linebacker did not seem like one of the team's biggest needs, especially with Nick Herbig nearing his return from a hamstring injury. But the Smith trade shows what blueprint the Steelers are following on the defensive line, and that influence, from Andy Weidl, has won a Super Bowl once before. Alan breaks down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss new additions Mike Williams and Preston Smith speaking to the media for the first time since the team acquired them. How do they feel about their fits in the offense and what role they will each play? Mike Tomlin, Elandon Roberts and Pat Freiermuth also spoke about the additions and the idea of the team going for it. We give injury updates on Nick Herbig, Cordarrelle Patterson, Justin Fields and Zach Frazier and finally we answer a question about the depth of the team and how it fares in comparison to the rest of the league. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gordon McGuinness and Billy Moy discuss the top stories in the pass blocking and pass-rushing world, including Chris Jones dominating once again and the emergence of Nick Herbig off the edge for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Then they discuss exactly what is going wrong for the New Orleans Saints in recent weeks.

October 7, 2024 - Season 15, Episode 35 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Monday morning episode, Alex Kozora and I get right into talking about the Pittsburgh Steelers losing to the Dallas Cowboys at home Sunday night to move to 3-2 on the 2024 season. While the Steelers were just one play at the end of the Sunday night game from notching their fourth win, we wonder what the rest of the talk would have been on this Monday about the entire contest had they actually escaped with the victory. Alex and I get right after it and get heavy into our breakdown of the Steelers' 20-17 home loss to the Cowboys. We start on the offensive side of the football for the Steelers and discuss their game plan, the play of QB Justin Fields, big and negative plays, the play of the offensive line, and much more. We talk about lack of explosive plays, the limited snap counts of WR George Pickens and what HC Mike Tomlin said about that after the game. We also talk about Fields being asked to explain the identity of the offense after the game. Will the Steelers switch from Fields to QB Russell Wilson as the team's starter? We go over why we would listen to an argument for Wilson to start but wonder if anyone could really make a strong and compelling one based on several factors. After thoroughly breaking down the offense, Alex and I move on to do the same with the defense. We go over how that unit really let the team down again against the Cowboys and specifically on third downs in weighty moments. We also talk about continued miscommunications on defense, the play of outside linebackers T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig, the three takeaways and much more on that side of the football. We also talk about a few things related to special teams from the Sunday night game against the Cowboys and go over the pregame inactive list, the Saturday elevations from the practice squad, and the list of injured players coming out of the loss. This 77-minute episode also discusses several other minor topics not noted, and we close things by answering a few emails that we recently received from listeners. steelersdepot.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

September 27, 2024 - Season 15, Episode 31 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Friday morning episode, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the Pittsburgh Steelers as they continue to prepare for their Week 4 Sunday road game against the Indianapolis Colts. We go over the Steelers' Thursday injury report and how important Friday will be for RB Jaylen Warren, who is currently dealing with a knee injury. We go over possible elevations from the team's practice squad on Saturday and what the early Sunday inactive list is looking like heading into Friday. Might rookie WR Roman Wilson not make his NFL debut on Sunday? We discuss that topic. On Thursday, we once again heard from two of the Steelers' coordinators, Arthur Smith and Teryl Austin. As usual, Alex and I recap the few main talking points top come out of those media sessions. We go over why Sunday is a big game for OLB Nick Herbig and if he might see his special teams snaps reduced a little against the Colts with him needing to play a larger number of snaps on defense with OLB Alex Highsmith sidelined with his groin injury. Can the Steelers get their running game going earlier on Sunday against the Colts? What about QB Justin Fields being used more on the ground as well? We address those two key questions ahead of Sunday's game against the Colts. Alex and I welcome Nate Atkins of The Indianapolis Star back to the show on Friday, and he helps us get started with a preview of the Steelers' road game against the Colts. Atkins has covered the Colts for quite some time and that means he has a great pulse on the team. We go over the play of Colts rookie QB Anthony Richardson so far this season with Nate as part of this interview. At the end of our talk with Atkins, he gives us his score prediction for the game between the Steelers and the Colts. If not already doing so, make sure to follow Nate on X/Twitter at @nateatkins_ and make sure to read his work online here: https://www.indystar.com/staff/2684227001/nate-atkins/ After finishing with Atkins, Alex and I provide our own preview of the Steelers-Colts game. We break down what we are looking for out of both teams on both sides of the football. Alex and I then give our picks against the spread for all of the Week 4 NFL games. We also give our score predictions for Steelers-Colts to end that segment. This 115-minute episode also discusses several other minor topics not noted, and we close things by answering a few emails that we recently received from listeners. steelersdepot.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices