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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
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.
Questions or Comments?
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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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February 5, 2024 • 77 mins
Zac is back for this edition of the Steel City Underground Podcast, where he and Joe discuss all of the Steelers storylines surfacing this offseason.
The offense is the name of the game as offensive coordinator Arthur Smith's hiring, as well as the Steelers quarterback position heading into 2024 remain big questions. However, with all of the focus on the offense, hot takes are abound for the defense too!
Plus, former Steelers running...
The offense is the name of the game as offensive coordinator Arthur Smith's hiring, as well as the Steelers quarterback position heading into 2024 remain big questions. However, with all of the focus on the offense, hot takes are abound for the defense too!
Plus, former Steelers running...
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February 1, 2024 • 40 mins
Joe flies solo on this edition of the Steel City Underground podcast to discuss reports of the Steelers new offensive coordinator hire: former Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith.
Steelers fans were looking for an outside hire and it would appear that the organization is set to deliver. Smith, who was a hot head coaching hire after a two-year stint as OC with the Tennessee Titans, would represent a major boost in several areas.
F...
Steelers fans were looking for an outside hire and it would appear that the organization is set to deliver. Smith, who was a hot head coaching hire after a two-year stint as OC with the Tennessee Titans, would represent a major boost in several areas.
F...
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January 25, 2024 • 54 mins
Joe and Brian kick off the offseason discussion on who should play quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2024.
Among the candidates are Kenny Pickett and Mason Rudolph, but are there other viable options with free agency or the NFL Draft?
The hosts delve into these topics and how some should be avoided at all costs.
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Among the candidates are Kenny Pickett and Mason Rudolph, but are there other viable options with free agency or the NFL Draft?
The hosts delve into these topics and how some should be avoided at all costs.
Questions or Comments?
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January 17, 2024 • 69 mins
Joe and Brian team up to talk about the Pittsburgh Steelers' loss to the Buffalo Bills in the Wild Card round.
Despite an early exit from the playoffs, would you consider this season a disappointment? And what exactly does mediocre mean in the context of pro football? What lies ahead for Mike Tomlin, Mason Rudolph, Cameron Heyward, and others?
The duo discusses this and more storylines from the game and its fallout in a jampacked epi...
Despite an early exit from the playoffs, would you consider this season a disappointment? And what exactly does mediocre mean in the context of pro football? What lies ahead for Mike Tomlin, Mason Rudolph, Cameron Heyward, and others?
The duo discusses this and more storylines from the game and its fallout in a jampacked epi...
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January 11, 2024 • 47 mins
Joe and Brian are back for some "bonus football" as they preview Sunday's Wild Card Weekend matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Buffalo Bills.
Despite being down T.J. Watt this weekend, there's still optimism that the Steelers can pull off an upset in Orchard Park, New York. Sticking with the "hot hand" at quarterback, getting reinforcements at a depleted roster group, and signing another key contributor to the practice squa...
Despite being down T.J. Watt this weekend, there's still optimism that the Steelers can pull off an upset in Orchard Park, New York. Sticking with the "hot hand" at quarterback, getting reinforcements at a depleted roster group, and signing another key contributor to the practice squa...
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January 8, 2024 • 73 mins
The Pittsburgh Steelers have made the playoffs under the most unlikely of situations during the 2023 season. Zac Celedonia is back to discuss the crazy turn of events alongside Joe Kuzma as the hosts look at everything from the job Mike Tomlin has done to Mason Rudolph's performance and more.
Are the Steelers poised to make a larger push than expected? And what can we learn from this year regardless of next week's outcome in Buffalo...
Are the Steelers poised to make a larger push than expected? And what can we learn from this year regardless of next week's outcome in Buffalo...
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