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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! Note: For full archival access to our podcasts, please follow us on iTunes or YouTube. Spreaker will be periodically purged of past content due to storage limits imposed by the service.
Episodes
May 24, 2024 • 33 mins
Joe flies solo ahead of the holiday weekend to discuss another aspect that not many people are talking about with the NFL's ridiculous scheduling debacle: how it impacts the fans.
Pittsburgh Steelers fans are among the best in the world, but the way the league structured the 2024 schedule not only screws over the team, but it also affects Steelers Nation. Tune in to hear Joe's thoughts on how season ticket holders and others who att...
Pittsburgh Steelers fans are among the best in the world, but the way the league structured the 2024 schedule not only screws over the team, but it also affects Steelers Nation. Tune in to hear Joe's thoughts on how season ticket holders and others who att...
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May 16, 2024 • 54 mins
The Pittsburgh Steelers 2024 NFL Schedule has been released and it's a doozy!
Joe and Brian vent about one of the most difficult, and strangest, Steelers schedules in recent memory.
The duo makes quick predictions and details how the games are tough for both the team and the fans.
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Joe and Brian vent about one of the most difficult, and strangest, Steelers schedules in recent memory.
The duo makes quick predictions and details how the games are tough for both the team and the fans.
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May 8, 2024 • 41 mins
As the long period between the draft and training camp begins, Joe and Brian delve into the position groups. The most newsworthy of the groups to explore first is the running back room, where the Steelers recently declined a fifth-year option on Najee Harris.
How does this impact Harris, who enters his fourth and final year of his rookie contract?
The hosts explore different scenarios where Harris succeeds, or fails, under new offen...
How does this impact Harris, who enters his fourth and final year of his rookie contract?
The hosts explore different scenarios where Harris succeeds, or fails, under new offen...
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April 29, 2024 • 82 mins
Finally, the suspense is over! In this episode, Joe and Zac take an extended look at the full 2024 Pittsburgh Steelers draft class.
Omar Khan and Andy Wiedl may have provided a sequel that was better than their first NFL Draft in 2023, yielding great values in several rounds that should improve the Steelers roster across the board.
The hosts talk about which picks will make an immediate impact and the overall outlook of the rookies, ...
Omar Khan and Andy Wiedl may have provided a sequel that was better than their first NFL Draft in 2023, yielding great values in several rounds that should improve the Steelers roster across the board.
The hosts talk about which picks will make an immediate impact and the overall outlook of the rookies, ...
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April 27, 2024 • 38 mins
Joe flies solo on this late night following Friday's festivities during Day Two of the 2024 NFL Draft.
The Pittsburgh Steelers had three draft picks during rounds two and three, addressing critical positions of need plus adding players with major upside. Zach Frazier, Roman Wilson, and Payton Wilson all add various levels of strength, speed and physicality to the Steelers roster while filling roles on the roster.
On this episode, Joe...
The Pittsburgh Steelers had three draft picks during rounds two and three, addressing critical positions of need plus adding players with major upside. Zach Frazier, Roman Wilson, and Payton Wilson all add various levels of strength, speed and physicality to the Steelers roster while filling roles on the roster.
On this episode, Joe...
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April 26, 2024 • 44 mins
Joe and Brian dig into all of the stories surrounding the first night of the 2024 NFL Draft including the Steelers' first-round selection, Washington offensive tackle Troy Fautanu. How does Fautanu fit into the team's current plans? What does this mean for the offensive line including Dan Moore Jr. and Broderick Jones?
And what does the Fautanu pick mean for the rest of Pittsburgh's draft board? The hosts take a look at all 32 picks...
And what does the Fautanu pick mean for the rest of Pittsburgh's draft board? The hosts take a look at all 32 picks...
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April 23, 2024 • 46 mins
Joe and Brian are back with another pre-draft edition of the SCU podcast. This time they're running mock draft simulations and looking at realistic targets for the Steelers in all seven rounds.
Who do the hosts select and why? Find out their NFL Draft predictions and more in this episode.
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Who do the hosts select and why? Find out their NFL Draft predictions and more in this episode.
Questions or Comments?
Call the Steel City Underground Fan Line and have your question played on our podcast! The best questions will be answered in...
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April 23, 2024 • 41 mins
Joe and Brian are back for another special NFL Draft edition of the Steel City Underground Podcast.
This episode marks the return of Mock Draft Insanity: for the uninitiated, Brian attempts to break Pro Football Focus' mock draft simulator by making several crazy trades.
Just how insane is it? Tune in to find out exactly which players are selected in this mock draft and how the Steelers are set for the future as Brian lives out his b...
This episode marks the return of Mock Draft Insanity: for the uninitiated, Brian attempts to break Pro Football Focus' mock draft simulator by making several crazy trades.
Just how insane is it? Tune in to find out exactly which players are selected in this mock draft and how the Steelers are set for the future as Brian lives out his b...
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April 15, 2024 • 79 mins
Joe and Zac discuss a glaring need for the Pittsburgh Steelers as the 2024 NFL Draft quickly approaches. It's without a doubt that the team will add a wide receiver: but when, and how, will they do it?
The Steelers have met with draft prospects and attended several pro days that spread across the three days of the event. However, other team needs could supersede selecting a receiver in each round. The hosts talk about which players ...
The Steelers have met with draft prospects and attended several pro days that spread across the three days of the event. However, other team needs could supersede selecting a receiver in each round. The hosts talk about which players ...
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April 9, 2024 • 72 mins
Joe and Brian are back with another 2024 NFL Draft preview as the hosts discuss an annual tradition of mocking the mock drafts.
Mock drafts can be found anywhere on the Internet. Some are better than others, but this year the duo finds the analysis (and entertainment) difficult to make fun of!
See which drafts they like, which they loathe, and if there are any they laugh at in this edition of the SCU Steelers Podcast.
Questions or Com...
Mock drafts can be found anywhere on the Internet. Some are better than others, but this year the duo finds the analysis (and entertainment) difficult to make fun of!
See which drafts they like, which they loathe, and if there are any they laugh at in this edition of the SCU Steelers Podcast.
Questions or Com...
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April 2, 2024 • 64 mins
Joe and Brian are back to debate more needs for the Pittsburgh Steelers roster. Two big roles to fill are on the offensive line. Pittsburgh is currently lacking a starter at the center position and could also upgrade at one of the offensive tackle spots.
But do those two positions trump the need for any others? And which one is the higher priority?
The hosts discuss how draft position and the needs of other teams factor into whether ...
But do those two positions trump the need for any others? And which one is the higher priority?
The hosts discuss how draft position and the needs of other teams factor into whether ...
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March 26, 2024 • 66 mins
Brian is back to give his opinions on all of the Steelers offseason moves thus far. He teams up with Joe to discuss what other priorities the Steelers have on their current roster and which ones may or may not be resolved through the NFL Draft.
The duo also has a detailed discussion about the quarterback room and why Omar Khan may use the first three picks of the draft to select players on offense.
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The duo also has a detailed discussion about the quarterback room and why Omar Khan may use the first three picks of the draft to select players on offense.
Questions or Comments?
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March 18, 2024 • 76 mins
Joe and Zac are back to discuss the major events over the weekend as the Pittsburgh Steelers overhauled their quarterback room.
The first shoe dropped with Pittsburgh trading Kenny Pickett to the Philadelphia Eagles. The corresponding move that followed saw a long-standing offseason rumor come to reality as the Steelers partnered with the Chicago Bears to acquire Justin Fields in yet another trade.
The Steelers also made some other m...
The first shoe dropped with Pittsburgh trading Kenny Pickett to the Philadelphia Eagles. The corresponding move that followed saw a long-standing offseason rumor come to reality as the Steelers partnered with the Chicago Bears to acquire Justin Fields in yet another trade.
The Steelers also made some other m...
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March 14, 2024 • 67 mins
Joe and Zac jump on a late-week edition of the show to discuss the Steelers' latest free agent moves and offseason acquisitions.
General Manager Omar Khan made headlines last weekend by agreeing to terms with former Denver Broncos QB Russell Wilson. He continued into the early and official free agency period by agreeing to terms with several other free agents, including former Ravens LB Patrick Queen. Another former Raven is also he...
General Manager Omar Khan made headlines last weekend by agreeing to terms with former Denver Broncos QB Russell Wilson. He continued into the early and official free agency period by agreeing to terms with several other free agents, including former Ravens LB Patrick Queen. Another former Raven is also he...
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March 11, 2024 • 36 mins
Joe flies solo on this special edition of the Steel City Underground Podcast to cover breaking news during the beginning stages of the NFL free agency period.
News broke late Sunday evening that soon-to-be released Denver Broncos QB Russell Wilson intends to sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers when the league year begins on Wednesday.
The conflicted host offers his pros and cons to the Wilson signing, along with its impact on the Steel...
News broke late Sunday evening that soon-to-be released Denver Broncos QB Russell Wilson intends to sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers when the league year begins on Wednesday.
The conflicted host offers his pros and cons to the Wilson signing, along with its impact on the Steel...
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March 8, 2024 • 90 mins
Joe and Zac are back on the eve of NFL free agency to cover every nook, cranny, and angle of the Pittsburgh Steelers' offseason plans.
The hosts have their favorites they'd like GM Omar Khan to sign, but are they in alignment with the team's needs and the players to fill those roles?
Tune in to hear about everyone from Russell Wilson to Zach Wilson and other "less sexy" areas the franchise might address as legal tampering begins on M...
The hosts have their favorites they'd like GM Omar Khan to sign, but are they in alignment with the team's needs and the players to fill those roles?
Tune in to hear about everyone from Russell Wilson to Zach Wilson and other "less sexy" areas the franchise might address as legal tampering begins on M...
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March 1, 2024 • 73 mins
Joe and Zac discuss the top offseason priorities for the Pittsburgh Steelers as teams descend for team meetings in Indianapolis with the NFL Combine as its backdrop.
Rumors are everywhere, from competition for Kenny Pickett to a new starting center. But as the hosts discuss, offense might not be the team's top priority!
Also, the NFLPA issued report cards for each of the 32 NFL teams, and a legendary broadcaster calls it a career aft...
Rumors are everywhere, from competition for Kenny Pickett to a new starting center. But as the hosts discuss, offense might not be the team's top priority!
Also, the NFLPA issued report cards for each of the 32 NFL teams, and a legendary broadcaster calls it a career aft...
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February 22, 2024 • 47 mins
What better way to lead up to free agency than to ponder what players could fill vital roles for the Steelers in 2024. And what better way to fill those roles than welcoming back former players to Pittsburgh?
Joe details which players are scheduled to become free agents and who is the best fit for the current roster, while also bringing up some former Steelers who should be an afterthought during the off-season process.
Questions or ...
Joe details which players are scheduled to become free agents and who is the best fit for the current roster, while also bringing up some former Steelers who should be an afterthought during the off-season process.
Questions or ...
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February 16, 2024 • 75 mins
Joe and Brian are back to end the week of sparse Steelers news by covering which players were recently released (such as Mitchell Trubisky) and which ones may be gone in the weeks ahead.
There are some glaring areas on Pittsburgh's roster, namely at the quarterback position. Could Mason Rudolph be back or will the team seek to sign (or trade) for another "big name" that's been speculated about all over the Internet?
Also, which other...
There are some glaring areas on Pittsburgh's roster, namely at the quarterback position. Could Mason Rudolph be back or will the team seek to sign (or trade) for another "big name" that's been speculated about all over the Internet?
Also, which other...
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February 9, 2024 • 64 mins
Joe is back with a post-NFL Honors edition of the Steel City Underground Podcast.
As yinz are aware by now, T.J. Watt was snubbed by voters for the AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year Award. Joe has A LOT to say about why it was an awful decision and how Watt is a generational talent who deserved the accolade.
Also, there were some awards handed out that appear to be out of line in addition to Watt's snub. Joe covers these, plus a c...
As yinz are aware by now, T.J. Watt was snubbed by voters for the AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year Award. Joe has A LOT to say about why it was an awful decision and how Watt is a generational talent who deserved the accolade.
Also, there were some awards handed out that appear to be out of line in addition to Watt's snub. Joe covers these, plus a c...
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