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Best podcasts about Zachary Smith

Latest podcast episodes about Zachary Smith

Steelers Afternoon Drive
First Impressions of Newest Steelers | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 53:19


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the first impressions of Jamel Dean, Rico Dowdle and Michael Pittman Jr. following their introductory press conferences. How do we think they're going to fit into this team from a culture perspective and on the field? We also discuss the addition of Jaquan Brisker and how he will fit in, assuming Jalen Ramsey is kept in the fold. Are the Steelers tipping their hand in terms of building an identity with who they're targeting? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
What to Make of Moves the Steelers DIDN'T Make | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 47:59


Derrick Bell and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we recap what the team has done so far in free agency and if it sets the stage for other moves. How do the new pieces fit? How will they replace the departures that they haven't yet? Are we just all under the assumption that Aaron Rodgers is going to be back? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Steelers Plan at Guard, Safety? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 48:57


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Cam Heyward's new deal and what it means in terms of his future. What is the team's plan at guard and safety after signing Darnell Savage and having interest in some interior offensive lineman but nothing coming to fruition as of yet? What do we make of the debacle between the Baltimore Ravens and Las Vegas Raiders that nixed the trade for Maxx Crosby? NFL football on Thanksgiving eve? The league is exploring it. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Will Steelers Trade Patrick Queen? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 57:57


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss if Patrick Queen could be on his way out of Pittsburgh, following a bunch of trade speculation. Where would the team pivot? What's the most sensible resolution? We then discuss the team signing RB Rico Dowdle and how he fits into what they want to do. Cameron Johnson was brought back to at least compete for the punting job. What could a Chris Boswell contract extension look like? Should Nate Hobbs be on the team's radar? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Day One Free Agency Reaction | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 59:18


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the first day of NFL free agency (contact period). The Steelers and Colts struck a deal sending WR Michael Pittman Jr. to the Steelers for a late-round pick swap. They also signed Jamel Dean to a three-year deal and brought back Asante Samuel Jr. and Cole Holcomb. Does the Holcomb deal tell us anything about Patrick Queen's future? The team also lost Kenny Gainwell to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. What do we make of all these moves and what do we believe is next? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
New QB Option? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 49:19


Brendan Howe and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss if Geno Smith should be on the team's radar depending on how the Aaron Rodgers saga plays out. We then discuss if the team should still explore a Jaylen Waddle trade or the idea of signing Stefon Diggs. Could Patrick Queen be on his way out and how would that impact draft/free agent needs if so? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Best Path to Steelers Landing WR? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 51:44


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss what the best path is for the Steelers to add to their WR room. Following the DJ Moore to Buffalo trade, we discuss if the Steelers missed out on that one, if they could go big fish hunting for AJ Brown or test the free agent waters. How will what they do in free agency impact their draft investment into the position? We then pick out favorite of three difference scenarios for the offense and discuss nickel vs dime defense. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Aaron Rodgers Speaks | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 50:55


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Aaron Rodgers appearance on the Pat McAfee Show. What did we learn about his playing future, his relationship with Mike McCarthy, the relationships he's built here, how he feels about the city, what his outlook is for Will Howard and more. We also discuss Alan's mock draft which has the Steelers trading up for WR Jordan Tyson in the first round. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Kyler Murray a Fit for Steelers? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 53:22


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss if set to be released QB Kyler Murray is a fit for the team. He could come at the vet minimum amount this year, but will any team be willing to commit money to him beyond 2026? Daniel Jones got the transition tag from the Colts and while they can't tag Alec Pierce, a long-term deal seems likely. Could Michael Pittman Jr. be on his way out of Indy in the process? Is a Javon Hargrave or Minkah Fitzpatrick reunion in the cards? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Combine Wrap-Up, WR Trade Rumor? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 51:04


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss what Alan learned from the NFL Combine both in regard to evaluation of prospects as well as pertinent info with free agency looming. What is the latest surrounding Broderick Jones? What is the plan at cornerback? Is Connor McGovern a name to keep in mind at LG? Is a Brian Thomas Jr. trade really on the table? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
What We Learned From NFL Combine | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 56:05


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, Derrick Bell joins us to discuss the main takeaways from the NFL Combine. How impressive is the linebacker class? Does he, like Alan, feel like a double dip at WR is in play? What do we make of the secondary class? Could a punter be in play at some point or another strictly special teams player? What are some of our biggest NFL Draft misses, and what did we learn from them? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Report Card Reaction, Combine Latest | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 50:37


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the latest NFLPA report cards that leaked. The Steelers were dead last in terms of overall grade. We dive into what does and doesn't matter from this report card and the impact it truly has. We then answer questions on Omar Khan's philosophy as opposed to Kevin Colbert's in terms of the NFL Draft and decide between three bleak options for the team's offense posed by a viewer. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Early Combine Takeaways, New QB Option? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 49:06


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss a new QB option entering the fold in the form of Tyson Bagent, who the Bears say they've received trade calls on. Is he a fit for the Steelers? We also discuss Malik Willis' market, Drew Aller participating in the NFL Combine and what Alan took away from talking to the linebacker and defensive tackle groups at the NFL Combine. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Omar Khan Press Conference Reaction | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 46:07


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss what Omar Khan had to say at the NFL Combine, including thoughts on Aaron Rodgers, Kenny Gainwell, Darnell Washington, Cam Heyward, Patrick Queen, Isaac Seumalo and other pending free agents. We also discuss what he had to say about keeping 12 draft picks, the role of NFL owners and much more. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Behind the Steel Curtain: for Pittsburgh Steelers fans
Let's Ride: Finding expectations for the Steelers 2026 offseason

Behind the Steel Curtain: for Pittsburgh Steelers fans

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 49:07


The Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 offseason is officially getting underway this week with the NFL Scouting Combine starting, and it is important to talk about what might happen for the black-and-gold. What are the expectations? We need to find those expectations, and that's the topic of discussion on this Monday "Let's Ride" podcast with Jeff Hartman and guest Zachary Smith from Around the 412 and Steelers Afternoon Drive. This podcast is a part of the Steel Curtain Network, a proud member of the Fans First Sports Network. Check out our exclusive 20% off deals with Hyper Natural, Big Fork Brands, and Strong Coffee Company ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Combine Preview, Fan Trade Ideas | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 42:17


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss what Alan is looking forward to at the NFL Combine, the Premiere of 'Football Town', the seeming lack of desire to ban the tush push from teams, the 20-game sample size for college QBs and finally some trade ideas thrown our way. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
McCarthy Talks, Will Howard Projections | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 45:54


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss what a reasonable expectation is for QB Will Howard and how we got to the point where the hype is off the rails, given what the team invested in him. What is the most likely outcome? We also discuss what Mike McCarthy had to say about landing the position at his age, Aaron Rodges and the idea of the team returning to Saint Vincent College for training camp. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Ranking Rodgers Among QB Options | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 46:20


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the external QB options in the event that Aaron Rodgers doesn't return to the team in 2026, and also where Rodgers would rank among those options. We also discuss the impact NIL has had on the Steelers finding their next QB. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Trade Current Star for '27 Draft Capital? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 43:52


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Zach Azzanni being the new WRs coach for the LV Raiders, Minkah Fitzpatrick finding himself back in trade talks, if there is a position group whose growth we would put at the same level of importance that we did with the OL heading into the 2025 season, the franchise tag and much more. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
What's the Steelers Long-Term Plan? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 50:07


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss how NFL teams and specifically the Steelers go about planning for the future, is it long or short-term when putting together their vision? What upgrades need to be made both for the organization and on a gameday experience level? Should the team look into adding a designated QB scout or scouting department until they land their next franchise signal caller?Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Could Steelers Turn to Tyreek, Tua? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 43:08


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the idea of bringing in any of the Dolphins' veteran cuts including Tyreek Hill, Tua and James Daniels. We also discuss how any of those additions shouldn't impact draft plans. We then answer questions on team building and front office structure. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Steelers Seeking Significant Trade? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 45:05


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the idea of trading Nick Herbig for Tanner McKee, as brought up by ESPN's Bill Barnwell. Speaking of trading with the Eagles, could the Steelers be in play for AJ Brown? What about DJ Moore of the Chicago Bears? With the possibility of Derek Carr coming out of retirement, should the Steelers be in play for him? What do we make of the NFLPA report cards going away? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
How Does New Staff Stack Up to Tomlin's? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 45:09


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss how Mike McCarthy's staff stacks up to Mike Tomlin's in terms of quality and quantity. Will there be a noticeable difference in that regard? We also discuss if the team will go big for a WR in free agency, what to make of all the smoke surrounding Patrick Queen and how Mike Tomlin's role on the competition committee goes away with him no longer being a head coach. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Steelers Locker Room Drama Reaction | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 44:59


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Joey Porter calling out Ben Roethlisberger for being a bad teammate and person and James Harrison for criticizing Mike Tomlin, despite Tomlin being the coach that unlocked Harrison's Hall of Fame potential. What do you make of all of this? We also talk about the idea of the team making all 12 of their current draft picks and if the team will continue to go to Saint Vincent College for training camp. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Are SB Teams Fast Risers or Flashes in the Pan? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 51:18


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Alan's Super Bowl experience, if the teams that played in it should be what the Steelers are trying to emulate or if they are flashes in the pan and answer questions about trade up scenarios and draft content plans. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Roster Construction Flying Under the Radar? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 52:08


Brendan Howe and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss how roster construction has flown under the radar due to a coaching change and staff hires. Will Joey Porter Jr. and Nick Herbig receive extensions this summer? Who are some cut candidates? How will the team approach free agency and the NFL Draft? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Biggest Winners of Coaching Changes | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 54:42


Derrick Bell and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we answer questions about who the biggest beneficiaries of the coaching changes are, which WR duos could make the most sense if the team double dips in the NFL Draft, if Aaron Rodgers is really the best option and much more. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Inside Scoop on Brian Angelichio | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 64:12


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, Matthew Coller joins to give us the inside scoop on what Brian Angelichio brings to the table as the Steelers offensive coordinator. How much KOC influence will he bring with him? Matthew and Alan then go back and forth about PFF and the good and the bad they offer. We then discuss the latest with the Steelers staff and answer a question about being in the sports media space in today's climate. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
What Does Angelichio Bring to the Table? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 59:37


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Brian Angelichio officially being named the offensive coordinator and more of the staff coming together. What does he bring to the table that meshes so well with what Mike McCarthy does? What does Joe Whitt Jr. bring to the table as the new DB coach? We also touch on the idea of drafting a WR in the first round and if Chris Boswell could call it a career early? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Steelers International Future? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 54:00


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Scott Tolzien returning to the Saints and not becoming the next Steelers Offensive Coordinator. The focus shifts to Brian Angelichio now. What does he bring to the table? Eddie Faulkner will join the Baltimore Ravens as their RB coach. Is this a big deal? We then talk about what Roger Goodell had to say about international games going forward and what the NFLPA had to say in regard for the desire to have an 18-game regular season. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Could Tolzien Connection Bring Nussmeier to Steelers? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 51:05


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the team making a bunch of coaching moves official, as well as interviewing Scott Tolzien for their vacant offensive coordinator position, Chase Haslett for the passing game coordinator/TEs coach role and much more. We then discuss what Alan is doing while covering the Super Bowl in California and if Garrett Nussmeier makes even more sense for the Steelers assuming Scott Tolzien is brought into the fold. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
What's Mike McCarthy's WR Plan? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 56:50


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, Derrick Bell joins to discuss if there is a specific WR that fits this offense more after Mike McCarthy's hiring. We also discuss the idea of adding Ty Simpson, if they could double dip at WR, what Aaron Rodgers coming back would mean, Patrick Graham becoming defensive coordinator and much more. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Staff Taking Shape, Senior Bowl Standouts | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 49:24


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Patrick Graham, James Campe and Jason Simmons officially joining the Pittsburgh Steelers' staff. We also discuss the report Ramon Chinyoung is coming in some capacity, the team's interest in Jahri Evans. Scott Tolzien and Brian Angelichio are two names to watch at offensive coordinator, so we will see how that shapes up. Alan then talks about what he's seen so far from the Senior Bowl, and we answer some questions about position groups and standouts. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Mike McCarthy Press Conference Takeaways | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 48:11


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss what was said during Mike McCarthy's introductory press conference. McCarthy, Omar Khan and Art Rooney II all spoke about how the process went, how the roster will be evaluated, the potential of Aaron Rodgers returning, QB development and much more. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
McCarthy Makes Coaching Moves | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 41:52


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Mike McCarthy's staff starting to take place as he is bringing in Adam Henry to be the new WRs coach and Patrick Graham as the new defensive coordinator. There will also be some retention from Mike Tomlin's staff, as Scott McCurley, Gerald Alexander and Tom Arth will all be retained. The team also requested to interview Bubba Ventrone for their special team's coordinator role. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Inside Scoop on Mike McCarthy | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 56:31


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, Joe Hoyt of DallasNews joins to discuss what Mike McCarthy brings to the table as a person and coach, as he is set to be named the Pittsburgh Steelers head coach. Is he the bridge coach needed to find the team their next franchise QB and set them up for life beyond him? We also dig further into the team's hiring process that led them here, if there are coaches/players McCarthy will want to bring with him and much more. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Steelers Hire Mike McCarthy | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 23:13


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the team hiring Mike McCarthy as the next head coach following his in-person meeting this past week. The team only met with 3 coaches in person and never had second interviews with Chris Shula and Nate Scheelhaase of the Los Angeles Rams. We talk about the process that got us here and them landing on this as the end result. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Tough to Follow Tomlin? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 47:22


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss how players would have to adapt to new philosophies, approach, schematics, personality, etc...with a new head coach and staff coming in. Could this also impact their draw to outside free agents? Anthony Weaver had his in-person interview with the team on Friday, how legitimate is his candidacy? We also discuss if Patrick Queen could be on his way out, how scouts operate this time of year without the coaching staff in place and much more. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Did Tomlin Set up Steelers for Successor? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 54:43


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss what Alan took away from his first day at the Shrine Bowl and who he talked to. We also discuss Jesse Minter officially becoming the head coach of the Baltimore Ravens and his potential offensive coordinator hires. Brian Flores signed an extension to remain with the Vikings if he doesn't become a head coach, but does that take him out of the running for the Steelers? We then discuss the shape the roster was left in for Cowher as opposed to Tomlin and the shape the current one is in for the next guy. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Another Name off the Board | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 48:01


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss all signs pointing to the Ravens being set to hire Jesse Minter as their next head coach. The Steelers showed early interest but for one reason or another, an in-person interview never materialized. Is Chris Shula still the leader in the clubhouse for the job, despite the recent smoke surrounding Mike McCarthy being the favorite? What do we make of James Harrison saying Patrick Queen has already been cut? What about Najee Harris saying Mike Tomlin told him to not return to the team? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
How Serious is Mike McCarthy Interest? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 56:15


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the team beginning their in-person interview phase this week by bringing in Brian Flores, Mike McCarthy and Anthony Weaver for interviews. We then discuss the wording and way things are reported in regard to candidates being brought in. How a different coach may handle different portions of the season as opposed to Mike Tomlin and much more. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Should Steelers Make Move for McDermott? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 52:14


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss if the Steelers should make a play for recently fired Sean McDermott, the team bringing Anthony Weaver and Brian Flores in for in-person interviews, the potential staffs they can build and much more. We also discuss Jeff Hafley being off the board after becoming the next head coach of the Miami Dolphins. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Can Steelers Compete for Top Coach Candidates? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 51:06


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss how the Steelers head coaching job stacks up to the others available in terms of its attractiveness to potential candidates, what players could benefit or be hurt by the hire and exactly how the head coach interview process takes place. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Coaching Searching Latest, Tomlin Leadership Legacy | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 53:48


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the team requesting to interview Ejiro Everjo & Jeff Hafley, Mike DeFabo's piece in the Athletic about Mike Tomlin's exit meeting and much more. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Steelers Eye First Head Coaching Interviews | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 49:36


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss the team requesting to interview Chris Shula, Nathan Scheelhaase, Brian Flores, Anthony Weaver and Jesse Minter for their head coaching vacancy. What do we make of these candidates and is the possibility there to double dip with the Rams staff? We also talk about what Art Rooney II had to say following Mike Tomlin stepping away from the team and how the coaching search will take place. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
End of the Tomlin Era | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 58:22


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Mike Tomlin stepping away from the Steelers after 19 seasons as the team's head coach. Where does the team turn to as they begin their first head coaching search since 2007? How wide of a net will the team cast? How did we reach this point? Was this always going to ultimately be the outcome? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Home Crowd a Factor for Steelers-Texans? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 46:24


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Cam Heyward earning second-team All Pro honors, Alan gives his thoughts ahead of the Steelers-Texans Wild Card matchup and we answer some questions from the audience. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Steelers Now NFL Playoffs Preview Show

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 37:39


Alan Saunders, Derrick Bell and Zachary Smith of Steelers Now come together to discuss the NFL Playoffs. Who do they believe will win each game of Wild Card weekend and what big storylines are they looking for coming out of this weekend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Steelers Near Full Health for Playoffs | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 10:57


Welcome to the Steelers Afternoon Drive, our new daily podcast featuring all the latest Steelers news and analysis. Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, Alan breaks down the latest news ahead of Monday night's Wild Card playoff game against the Houston Texans, including the latest from the injury reports of both teams, as well as Cam Heyward's selection to the Associated Press All-Pro team. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers Afternoon Drive
Can Steelers Suprise Tough Texans D? | Steelers Afternoon Drive

Steelers Afternoon Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 47:30


Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Jaylen Warren being the only absent player from practice due to an illness, what the coordinators had to say during their availability, how the Steelers can take advantage of the best defense in football in the Houston Texans and much more. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices