Pittsburgh Steelers Podcast | Steel City Underground

Pittsburgh Steelers Podcast | Steel City Underground

Welcome to Steel City Underground, The Black and Gold Standard for Pittsburgh Steelers coverage. Our news and analysis cover the team from a rational fan's perspective, maintaining integrity and staying positive, all in a way us commoners can relate to. Stay tuned for special interviews with guests ranging from current and former players, beat writers, book authors, and other Pittsburgh personalities! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pittsburgh-steelers-podcast-steel-city-underground--2600913/support.

Episodes

December 29, 2025 39 mins
In this episode, Joe and Brian break down how the Steelers let a winnable game slip away in Cleveland and why missed chances now push the AFC North race to a Week 18 decider. The defense kept Pittsburgh in it, but the offense couldn’t sustain drives or capitalize on key moments, leaving the door open for the Browns to control the game late.

The hosts walk through the turning points, the execution issues that continue to hold Pittsbu...
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Joe and Brian are back on this special Christmas Eve episode, previewing the Pittsburgh Steelers versus the Cleveland Browns this Sunday. This episode breaks down everything riding on a rivalry game that always feels bigger than the standings.

We open with the question driving the week: can the Steelers slam the doors shut on the AFC North? From there, we dig into what Pittsburgh needs offensively to stay ahead of allowing Myles Gar...
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The Steelers stunned the Lions in Detroit with a wild finish that will go down as yet again controversial. Joe flies solo ahead of the holiday week to cover this insane ending, and why it's no fluke the Steelers beat the Lions.

This episode breaks down how Pittsburgh closed the door late, the sequence that swung momentum, and the players who delivered when the game tightened up. We dig into the offensive spark that kept drives alive...
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In this episode, we break down a matchup loaded with storylines as the Steelers head to Detroit to face one of the NFL’s hottest offenses. Lions QB Jared Goff is on a tear, the Lions’ playmakers are producing at a ridiculous pace, and Detroit’s home field has become one of the toughest environments in football. Pittsburgh brings its own momentum however, as Aaron Rodgers is coming off one of his most efficient performances of the s...
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The Pittsburgh Steelers did the unthinkable and now have all of yinz thinking the unthinkable!

Joe breaks down how the Steelers controlled the tempo, limited Miami’s explosive plays, and found rhythm on offense to make a statement victory to extend their win streak on Monday Night Football.

The host looks into the unlikely heroes who made it happen, and what this means for Pittsburgh moving forward and how it shapes the AFC playoff p...
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Joe and Brian break down this Monday's primetime matchup between the Steelers and Dolphins at Acrisure Stadium. The hosts cover the key storylines for both teams, including a slew of injuries for Pittsburgh that could see a freak accident sidelining T.J. Watt.

They also look at Miami’s explosive run game with De’Von Achane and Jaylen Wright, plus the defensive playmakers who could swing the game.

The hosts revisit the history between...
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The Pittsburgh Steelers edged the Baltimore Ravens 27–22 in a dramatic AFC North showdown. With the victory, Pittsburgh moves to 7–6 and takes control of the AFC North, while Baltimore is left frustrated by missed opportunities and a controversial replay reversal. This rivalry once again lived up to its billing—physical, dramatic, and decided in the final minutes.

In this episode we break down the Steelers’ win over the Ravens, high...
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Few matchups in the NFL carry the weight of Steelers vs. Ravens. Every meeting feels like a playoff game, built on defense, physicality, and the kind of grudges that don’t fade with time. As Pittsburgh heads into Baltimore this Sunday, the stakes are more than bragging rights — it’s about positioning in the AFC North.

Joe and Brian breakdown everything you need to know for game day, including their key matchups. Stick around later i...
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Joe and Brian dive into the fallout from the Steelers’ 26–7 loss to the Buffalo Bills at Acrisure Stadium. This episode breaks down how Buffalo controlled the trenches, while Pittsburgh’s offense sputtered and turnovers in the third quarter sealed the outcome.

We examine Aaron Rodgers’ struggles, the defense’s inability to contain Buffalo’s ground game, and the growing frustration among fans, including chants calling for Mike Tomlin...
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The Pittsburgh Steelers enter Week 13 at 6–5, clinging to a division lead and fighting to stay ahead in the AFC playoff race. The Buffalo Bills arrive at 7–4, still dangerous but plagued by inconsistency and questions about whether they can truly contend down the stretch. Both teams are coming off tough losses, and both face mounting pressure to prove themselves.

In this episode, Joe and Brian dive into the urgency behind Sunday’s m...
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The Pittsburgh Steelers dropped a tough one in Chicago, falling 31-28 to the Bears at Soldier Field. Caleb Williams threw three touchdowns, including two to D.J. Moore, while Mason Rudolph’s late rally came up short. Despite a defensive score from T.J. Watt and a clutch touchdown by Pat Freiermuth, the Steelers couldn’t overcome Chicago’s red-zone efficiency.

In this episode Joe and Brian break down the first-half fireworks, includi...
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The Steelers head into a hostile Soldier Field environment with playoff pressure mounting and major questions at quarterback. Aaron Rodgers is still nursing a wrist injury, and his status could swing the outcome of this Week 12 clash. The Bears, sitting at 7–3 under first-year head coach Ben Johnson, have built momentum behind a punishing run game and opportunistic defense.

In this episode, we break down the key matchups that will d...
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In this episode of the Steel City Underground postgame podcast, we break down the Steelers' commanding 34–12 win over the Cincinnati Bengals at Acrisure Stadium. The defense set the tone early, scoring twice and rattling Joe Flacco into costly mistakes. Kyle Dugger’s pick-six was the turning point, and the Bengals never recovered.

Aaron Rodgers exited at halftime with a wrist injury, but Mason Rudolph stepped in and delivered a clut...
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Joe and Brian are back — and they’re diving headfirst into another week of Steelers football, storylines, and hot takes. This episode dives into the high-stakes showdown brewing in Pittsburgh. Future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers is coming off his worst game wearing a black and gold jersey — and after tossing two interceptions in the Week 7 loss to Cincinnati, Rodgers is staring down a chance to flip the script.

The Steelers sit at 5-...
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The Steelers dropped their third game in four weeks with a deflating 25–10 loss to the Chargers at SoFi Stadium. In this episode, Joe breaks down - literally - as he calls out everything from bad fan takes to what transpired on the field.

For those who want to blame everyone else, this game started and finished with the quarterback. Aaron Rodgers struggled, including a stat line that saw him go 16 of 31 for just 161 yards, two inter...
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In this episode, Joe previews the Steelers vs. Chargers showdown on Sunday Night Football. Can the Steelers keep the momentum going following a bounce-back win over the Colts?

The defense could be in for another big day due to the impact of injuries on the Chargers’ offensive line. However, can they make stops if the turnovers don't come as easily? And will the offense play complimentary football?

The hosts look at what the Steelers ...
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The Steelers snapped their two-game losing streak with a shocking 27-20 win over the AFC-leading Colts, delivering a near-complete performance on both sides of the ball. Joe and Brian break down how Pittsburgh’s defense overwhelmed Daniel Jones and Jonathan Taylor, forcing six turnovers and setting the tone.

This win puts the Steelers at 5-3 and back in the thick of the AFC North race, but is the momentum sustainable for Pittsburgh ...
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In this episode of Steel City Underground, we dive into the harsh reality facing the Pittsburgh Steelers. The team is struggling, and the NFL’s most dangerous squad—the Indianapolis Colts—is coming to town this Sunday.

Joe and Brian break down what went wrong last week, from offensive misfires to defensive breakdowns, and why this matchup could be the tipping point for a season teetering on collapse. They unpack the urgency this tea...
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The lights were on, the crowd was loud, and the Steelers came up short. In this episode, we break down Pittsburgh’s frustrating 35–25 loss to the Packers on Sunday Night Football. From Jordan Love’s performance to the Steelers’ second-half collapse, we cover the key moments, missed opportunities, and what this means for the season ahead.

Tune in for stat breakdowns, fan reaction, and a look at what needs to change before Week 9.

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It’s primetime in Pittsburgh, and Joe and Brian are back on the Steel City Underground podcast to break down one of the most anticipated matchups of the season. The Steelers welcome the Green Bay Packers to Acrisure Stadium in a game loaded with storylines, playoff implications, and legacy-defining moments.

Aaron Rodgers returns to face his former team for the first time, bringing over 64,000 career passing yards and a chance to joi...
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