FOOTBAHLIN MERCH:https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products That toe-tap touchdown in Super Bowl XLIII is burned into NFL history, but the real story lives in the details nobody sees. We sit down with my teammate and brother Santonio Holmes for the first time ever to walk through what led to that catch, what he’s thinking before the snap, and how years of offseason corner-route reps turned into six points on the biggest stage in football. Before we rewind to Tampa, we start with the present. The Steelers are 1-0, and we break down what the Week 1 win tells us about the offense with Aaron Rodgers: protection questions, a run game that has to grow up fast, third-down struggles, and why drops and penalties from receivers can be a Week 1 symptom of limited preseason game speed. We also talk scheme, including why empty formations can help Rodgers diagnose pressure and get the ball out, and where the risk shows up when the offensive line is under stress. Then we give the defense its moment. TJ Watt changes the game with a pick-six, and we talk about the mindset and technique that separates great defenders from everyone else, plus a key coverage play that shows veteran discipline and avoids a pass interference flag. We even end with The Footbahlin Family Dinner sponsored by Giant Eagle where we share some off-field stories, including how Jerry Rice personally taught Santonio Holmes the basics of golf. If you love Steelers football, NFL film-room details, and the real anatomy of a clutch moment, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave us a review. What’s the greatest catch you’ve ever seen, and does this one still hold the top spot?

FOOTBAHLIN MERCH: https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products That toe-tap touchdown in Super Bowl XLIII is burned into NFL history, but the real story lives in the details nobody sees. We sit down with my teammate and brother Santonio Holmes for the first time ever to walk through what led to that catch, what he’s thinking before the snap, and how years of offseason corner-route reps turned into six points on the biggest stage in football. Before we rewind to Tampa, we start with the present. The Steelers are 1-0, and we break down what the Week 1 win tells us about the offense with Aaron Rodgers: protection questions, a run game that has to grow up fast, third-down struggles, and why drops and penalties from receivers can be a Week 1 symptom of limited preseason game speed. We also talk scheme, including why empty formations can help Rodgers diagnose pressure and get the ball out, and where the risk shows up when the offensive line is under stress. Then we give the defense its moment. TJ Watt changes the game with a pick-six, and we talk about the mindset and technique that separates great defenders from everyone else, plus a key coverage play that shows veteran discipline and avoids a pass interference flag. We even end with The Footbahlin Family Dinner sponsored by Giant Eagle where we share some off-field stories, including how Jerry Rice personally taught Santonio Holmes the basics of golf. If you love Steelers football, NFL film-room details, and the real anatomy of a clutch moment, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave us a review. What’s the greatest catch you’ve ever seen, and does this one still hold the top spot?

FOOTBAHLIN MERCH:https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products That toe-tap touchdown in Super Bowl XLIII is burned into NFL history, but the real story lives in the details nobody sees. We sit down with my teammate and brother Santonio Holmes for the first time ever to walk through what led to that catch, what he’s thinking before the snap, and how years of offseason corner-route reps turned into six points on the biggest stage in football. Before we rewind to Tampa, we start with the present. The Steelers are 1-0, and we break down what the Week 1 win tells us about the offense with Aaron Rodgers: protection questions, a run game that has to grow up fast, third-down struggles, and why drops and penalties from receivers can be a Week 1 symptom of limited preseason game speed. We also talk scheme, including why empty formations can help Rodgers diagnose pressure and get the ball out, and where the risk shows up when the offensive line is under stress. Then we give the defense its moment. TJ Watt changes the game with a pick-six, and we talk about the mindset and technique that separates great defenders from everyone else, plus a key coverage play that shows veteran discipline and avoids a pass interference flag. We even end with The Footbahlin Family Dinner sponsored by Giant Eagle where we share some off-field stories, including how Jerry Rice personally taught Santonio Holmes the basics of golf. If you love Steelers football, NFL film-room details, and the real anatomy of a clutch moment, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave us a review. What’s the greatest catch you’ve ever seen, and does this one still hold the top spot?

Big Ben & Santonio Holmes talk The Catch That Won A Super Bowl, Steelers Week 1 Win and More! Ep 139

FOOTBAHLIN MERCH:https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products Football is back, and our brains are doing that classic fall flip: one minute we are processing the first day of school emotions, and the next we are locked in on Week 1 matchups and the Steelers’ final roster. We start with the real-life side of the season change, including what it feels like to drop your kid off for kindergarten for the first time, the routines that suddenly matter, and the weird mix of pride and sadness that hits when the classroom door closes. Then we get into pure football mode. We talk NFL opening week energy, the weirdness of international travel games, and why “in shape” is not the same as being ready for football contact. From there, it is a full Pittsburgh Steelers 53-man roster breakdown, including the biggest headline: keeping four quarterbacks. We unpack what that choice might cost elsewhere, why the running back room feels thin, and what we want to see from the offensive line and special teams roles as the regular season starts. On defense, we focus on the areas that can swing early games fast: linebacker usage, secondary depth, and the uncertainty around key availability, including how contract situations can put pressure on your Week 1 plan. Chef Evan jumps in with food worthy of kickoff weekend and gives his quick take on roster surprises. We finish by running the schedule game by game, locking in our updated Steelers record predictions, and sharing a Labor Day fitness event story that supports The Asservo Project’s work combating human trafficking. If you enjoyed the mix of family, football, and honest preseason-to-regular-season transitions, subscribe, share this with a Steelers fan, and leave us a review. What is your final Steelers record prediction before Week 1?

FOOTBAHLIN MERCH: https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products Football is back, and our brains are doing that classic fall flip: one minute we are processing the first day of school emotions, and the next we are locked in on Week 1 matchups and the Steelers’ final roster. We start with the real-life side of the season change, including what it feels like to drop your kid off for kindergarten for the first time, the routines that suddenly matter, and the weird mix of pride and sadness that hits when the classroom door closes. Then we get into pure football mode. We talk NFL opening week energy, the weirdness of international travel games, and why “in shape” is not the same as being ready for football contact. From there, it is a full Pittsburgh Steelers 53-man roster breakdown, including the biggest headline: keeping four quarterbacks. We unpack what that choice might cost elsewhere, why the running back room feels thin, and what we want to see from the offensive line and special teams roles as the regular season starts. On defense, we focus on the areas that can swing early games fast: linebacker usage, secondary depth, and the uncertainty around key availability, including how contract situations can put pressure on your Week 1 plan. Chef Evan jumps in with food worthy of kickoff weekend and gives his quick take on roster surprises. We finish by running the schedule game by game, locking in our updated Steelers record predictions, and sharing a Labor Day fitness event story that supports The Asservo Project’s work combating human trafficking. If you enjoyed the mix of family, football, and honest preseason-to-regular-season transitions, subscribe, share this with a Steelers fan, and leave us a review. What is your final Steelers record prediction before Week 1?

FOOTBAHLIN MERCH:https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products Football is back, and our brains are doing that classic fall flip: one minute we are processing the first day of school emotions, and the next we are locked in on Week 1 matchups and the Steelers’ final roster. We start with the real-life side of the season change, including what it feels like to drop your kid off for kindergarten for the first time, the routines that suddenly matter, and the weird mix of pride and sadness that hits when the classroom door closes. Then we get into pure football mode. We talk NFL opening week energy, the weirdness of international travel games, and why “in shape” is not the same as being ready for football contact. From there, it is a full Pittsburgh Steelers 53-man roster breakdown, including the biggest headline: keeping four quarterbacks. We unpack what that choice might cost elsewhere, why the running back room feels thin, and what we want to see from the offensive line and special teams roles as the regular season starts. On defense, we focus on the areas that can swing early games fast: linebacker usage, secondary depth, and the uncertainty around key availability, including how contract situations can put pressure on your Week 1 plan. Chef Evan jumps in with food worthy of kickoff weekend and gives his quick take on roster surprises. We finish by running the schedule game by game, locking in our updated Steelers record predictions, and sharing a Labor Day fitness event story that supports The Asservo Project’s work combating human trafficking. If you enjoyed the mix of family, football, and honest preseason-to-regular-season transitions, subscribe, share this with a Steelers fan, and leave us a review. What is your final Steelers record prediction before Week 1?

Big Ben Rates the Steelers 53-Man Roster, Season Prediction and more! Ep 138

FOOTBAHLIN MERCH:https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products A preseason box score can make you feel like everything is falling apart, and that’s exactly why we wanted to talk through Steelers vs Jets while the emotions were still fresh. We’re recording late, dads’ bedtime late, and we start with a quick shoutout to Mel Blunt’s golf tournament and the Mel Blunt Youth Home before getting into the real question: what actually matters after a turnover-heavy night with no points on the board? We break down the biggest Week 2 takeaways across all three phases. On special teams, we’re excited about what the punter can do with placement and distance, and we’re honest about the kicker concerns. On offense, we talk about why the Dowdle and Warren pairing could become a real engine for the run game, play action, and screens, and why the offensive line needs time to gel before we draw hard conclusions. Then we go deep on the quarterback competition. Ben walks through what he saw from Will Howard beyond the two interceptions, including how a safety look can bait a young QB and how route details like a receiver “stair step” can change the outcome. We also unpack Drew Allar’s flashes, from arm strength to mobility to ball security under pressure, and why protection and drops can skew any preseason evaluation. We wrap by looking ahead to Buffalo and explaining why flipping the reps could give the cleanest QB2 read. If you’re following the Steelers preseason and want analysis that’s calmer than hot takes but still honest, hit subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review. Who do you think should get the edge for the backup quarterback job right now?

FOOTBAHLIN MERCH: https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products A preseason box score can make you feel like everything is falling apart, and that’s exactly why we wanted to talk through Steelers vs Jets while the emotions were still fresh. We’re recording late, dads’ bedtime late, and we start with a quick shoutout to Mel Blunt’s golf tournament and the Mel Blunt Youth Home before getting into the real question: what actually matters after a turnover-heavy night with no points on the board? We break down the biggest Week 2 takeaways across all three phases. On special teams, we’re excited about what the punter can do with placement and distance, and we’re honest about the kicker concerns. On offense, we talk about why the Dowdle and Warren pairing could become a real engine for the run game, play action, and screens, and why the offensive line needs time to gel before we draw hard conclusions. Then we go deep on the quarterback competition. Ben walks through what he saw from Will Howard beyond the two interceptions, including how a safety look can bait a young QB and how route details like a receiver “stair step” can change the outcome. We also unpack Drew Allar’s flashes, from arm strength to mobility to ball security under pressure, and why protection and drops can skew any preseason evaluation. We wrap by looking ahead to Buffalo and explaining why flipping the reps could give the cleanest QB2 read. If you’re following the Steelers preseason and want analysis that’s calmer than hot takes but still honest, hit subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review. Who do you think should get the edge for the backup quarterback job right now?

FOOTBAHLIN MERCH:https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products A preseason box score can make you feel like everything is falling apart, and that’s exactly why we wanted to talk through Steelers vs Jets while the emotions were still fresh. We’re recording late, dads’ bedtime late, and we start with a quick shoutout to Mel Blunt’s golf tournament and the Mel Blunt Youth Home before getting into the real question: what actually matters after a turnover-heavy night with no points on the board? We break down the biggest Week 2 takeaways across all three phases. On special teams, we’re excited about what the punter can do with placement and distance, and we’re honest about the kicker concerns. On offense, we talk about why the Dowdle and Warren pairing could become a real engine for the run game, play action, and screens, and why the offensive line needs time to gel before we draw hard conclusions. Then we go deep on the quarterback competition. Ben walks through what he saw from Will Howard beyond the two interceptions, including how a safety look can bait a young QB and how route details like a receiver “stair step” can change the outcome. We also unpack Drew Allar’s flashes, from arm strength to mobility to ball security under pressure, and why protection and drops can skew any preseason evaluation. We wrap by looking ahead to Buffalo and explaining why flipping the reps could give the cleanest QB2 read. If you’re following the Steelers preseason and want analysis that’s calmer than hot takes but still honest, hit subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review. Who do you think should get the edge for the backup quarterback job right now?

Big Ben talks preseason reality check, The good and the bad from week 2 vs the Jets Ep 136

FOOTBAHLIN MERCH: https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products Preseason football always tempts you to overreact, and we fight that urge the only way we know how: by going straight to the decisions that will matter when the games count. From Buffalo’s new stadium quirks to a broadcast that somehow missed key moments, we use the chaos as a reminder that the NFL is a details league and the Steelers’ margin for error is tied to roster choices and execution, not preseason vibes. The biggest debate is simple and heated: do you keep three quarterbacks or four on the 53-man roster? We walk through the real roster math and why that extra QB spot can quietly steal depth from the offensive line, defensive backs, or special teams units that you’ll lean on once injuries hit. Then we get into what we actually saw from the young quarterbacks, including Will’s poise, ball placement on RPO throws, and the context behind a turnover that looks worse on TV than it does on film. We also talk about Drew’s arm talent, his progress with footwork, and why preseason miscommunication with receivers shouldn’t be mistaken for a QB problem. From there, it’s all about the trenches and the ripple effects. We break down the Steelers’ offensive line outlook and the right tackle battle, why we’d rather live with rookie lumps than slow growth on the bench, and how an efficient run game is the key that unlocks play-action and the entire West Coast offense around Aaron Rodgers. We also hit defensive standouts on the roster bubble, special teams return-game worry, and the tough human side of cut week when careers change overnight. If you’re getting ready for Week 1 and want a clear Steelers season preview without the noise, hit play, subscribe, and share this with a friend. After you listen, leave a review and tell us: three quarterbacks or four, and who’s your pick for QB2?

FOOTBAHLIN MERCH: https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products Preseason football always tempts you to overreact, and we fight that urge the only way we know how: by going straight to the decisions that will matter when the games count. From Buffalo’s new stadium quirks to a broadcast that somehow missed key moments, we use the chaos as a reminder that the NFL is a details league and the Steelers’ margin for error is tied to roster choices and execution, not preseason vibes. The biggest debate is simple and heated: do you keep three quarterbacks or four on the 53-man roster? We walk through the real roster math and why that extra QB spot can quietly steal depth from the offensive line, defensive backs, or special teams units that you’ll lean on once injuries hit. Then we get into what we actually saw from the young quarterbacks, including Will’s poise, ball placement on RPO throws, and the context behind a turnover that looks worse on TV than it does on film. We also talk about Drew’s arm talent, his progress with footwork, and why preseason miscommunication with receivers shouldn’t be mistaken for a QB problem. From there, it’s all about the trenches and the ripple effects. We break down the Steelers’ offensive line outlook and the right tackle battle, why we’d rather live with rookie lumps than slow growth on the bench, and how an efficient run game is the key that unlocks play-action and the entire West Coast offense around Aaron Rodgers. We also hit defensive standouts on the roster bubble, special teams return-game worry, and the tough human side of cut week when careers change overnight. If you’re getting ready for Week 1 and want a clear Steelers season preview without the noise, hit play, subscribe, and share this with a friend. After you listen, leave a review and tell us: three quarterbacks or four, and who’s your pick for QB2?

FOOTBAHLIN MERCH: https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products Preseason football always tempts you to overreact, and we fight that urge the only way we know how: by going straight to the decisions that will matter when the games count. From Buffalo’s new stadium quirks to a broadcast that somehow missed key moments, we use the chaos as a reminder that the NFL is a details league and the Steelers’ margin for error is tied to roster choices and execution, not preseason vibes. The biggest debate is simple and heated: do you keep three quarterbacks or four on the 53-man roster? We walk through the real roster math and why that extra QB spot can quietly steal depth from the offensive line, defensive backs, or special teams units that you’ll lean on once injuries hit. Then we get into what we actually saw from the young quarterbacks, including Will’s poise, ball placement on RPO throws, and the context behind a turnover that looks worse on TV than it does on film. We also talk about Drew’s arm talent, his progress with footwork, and why preseason miscommunication with receivers shouldn’t be mistaken for a QB problem. From there, it’s all about the trenches and the ripple effects. We break down the Steelers’ offensive line outlook and the right tackle battle, why we’d rather live with rookie lumps than slow growth on the bench, and how an efficient run game is the key that unlocks play-action and the entire West Coast offense around Aaron Rodgers. We also hit defensive standouts on the roster bubble, special teams return-game worry, and the tough human side of cut week when careers change overnight. If you’re getting ready for Week 1 and want a clear Steelers season preview without the noise, hit play, subscribe, and share this with a friend. After you listen, leave a review and tell us: three quarterbacks or four, and who’s your pick for QB2?

Big Ben: How many QBs should the Steelers keep, What will the O-line look like and more! Ep 137

Footbahlin Merch https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products The Steelers finally have real football again, and training camp already feels like a different world. After years of one steady routine, we’re adjusting to Coach McCarthy’s camp and asking the question every fan in Pittsburgh is thinking: when the vibe changes, does the identity change with it? We start with the big picture shifts fans notice right away, from familiar traditions to the little details that make a team feel like itself. Then we dig into the headline that sparked the loudest reactions: no tackling in training camp. We break down why that hits a nerve for a franchise built on physical play, and we weigh it against the reality of player safety and the NFL being a season-long game of attrition. We also talk through the nuance, because “no tackling” does not have to mean “no contact.” Wrapping, leverage, thud tempo, and consistent technique can still build a tough defense, but goal-line moments and true accountability are harder to recreate without going to the ground. From there, the conversation turns to the preseason and the quarterback plan. How much should Aaron Rodgers actually play if he knows the offense, and what do those snaps cost Mason Rudolph and the younger quarterbacks competing for the future? We also hit the early camp buzz: offensive line optimism once pads come on, creative pass rush looks with TJ Watt and Alex Highsmith moving around, secondary updates, and the skill players getting people excited. Listen, share this with a Steelers fan who needs to hear it, and leave us a review with your take: are you buying the no tackling approach or not?

Footbahlin Merch https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products The Steelers finally have real football again, and training camp already feels like a different world. After years of one steady routine, we’re adjusting to Coach McCarthy’s camp and asking the question every fan in Pittsburgh is thinking: when the vibe changes, does the identity change with it? We start with the big picture shifts fans notice right away, from familiar traditions to the little details that make a team feel like itself. Then we dig into the headline that sparked the loudest reactions: no tackling in training camp. We break down why that hits a nerve for a franchise built on physical play, and we weigh it against the reality of player safety and the NFL being a season-long game of attrition. We also talk through the nuance, because “no tackling” does not have to mean “no contact.” Wrapping, leverage, thud tempo, and consistent technique can still build a tough defense, but goal-line moments and true accountability are harder to recreate without going to the ground. From there, the conversation turns to the preseason and the quarterback plan. How much should Aaron Rodgers actually play if he knows the offense, and what do those snaps cost Mason Rudolph and the younger quarterbacks competing for the future? We also hit the early camp buzz: offensive line optimism once pads come on, creative pass rush looks with TJ Watt and Alex Highsmith moving around, secondary updates, and the skill players getting people excited. Listen, share this with a Steelers fan who needs to hear it, and leave us a review with your take: are you buying the no tackling approach or not?

Footbahlin Merch https://footbahlin-with-ben-roethlisberger.clockwise.io/products The Steelers finally have real football again, and training camp already feels like a different world. After years of one steady routine, we’re adjusting to Coach McCarthy’s camp and asking the question every fan in Pittsburgh is thinking: when the vibe changes, does the identity change with it? We start with the big picture shifts fans notice right away, from familiar traditions to the little details that make a team feel like itself. Then we dig into the headline that sparked the loudest reactions: no tackling in training camp. We break down why that hits a nerve for a franchise built on physical play, and we weigh it against the reality of player safety and the NFL being a season-long game of attrition. We also talk through the nuance, because “no tackling” does not have to mean “no contact.” Wrapping, leverage, thud tempo, and consistent technique can still build a tough defense, but goal-line moments and true accountability are harder to recreate without going to the ground. From there, the conversation turns to the preseason and the quarterback plan. How much should Aaron Rodgers actually play if he knows the offense, and what do those snaps cost Mason Rudolph and the younger quarterbacks competing for the future? We also hit the early camp buzz: offensive line optimism once pads come on, creative pass rush looks with TJ Watt and Alex Highsmith moving around, secondary updates, and the skill players getting people excited. Listen, share this with a Steelers fan who needs to hear it, and leave us a review with your take: are you buying the no tackling approach or not?

Big Ben talks first week of Training Camp, No Tackling, QB Competition and More! Ep 134

In anticipation for the Steelers opening their season against the Bengals, Ben and Spencer sit down to talk about the opening of the NFL season, the 2016 AFC wild card game in Cincinnati, and the amount of talent on the 2008 Steelers defense. Along the way Ben shares more snacks from his garden while making his case on why Crocs are the greatest shoe on the planet.

In anticipation for the Steelers opening their season against the Bengals, Ben and Spencer sit down to talk about the opening of the NFL season, the 2016 AFC wild card game in Cincinnati, and the amount of talent on the 2008 Steelers defense. Along the way Ben shares more snacks from his garden while making his case on why Crocs are the greatest shoe on the planet.

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Ben sits down with Spencer while watching the backyard brawl to talk about the NFL preseason, who he thinks will be the starting quarterback for the Steelers, and so much more.  The beers sampled in this episode: Anderson Valley Brewing Company - Summer Solstice  North Country Brewing Company - Buck Snort Stout Brasserie des Franches-Montagnes - 225 Saison **This episode is not sponsored by any of these breweries. All beers were selected at random by the host.**

Ben sits down with Spencer while watching the backyard brawl to talk about the NFL preseason, who he thinks will be the starting quarterback for the Steelers, and so much more. The beers sampled in this episode: Anderson Valley Brewing Company - Summer Solstice North Country Brewing Company - Buck Snort Stout Brasserie des Franches-Montagnes - 225 Saison **This episode is not sponsored by any of these breweries. All beers were selected at random by the host.**

Ben sits down with Spencer while watching the backyard brawl to talk about the NFL preseason, who he thinks will be the starting quarterback for the Steelers, and so much more.&nbsp; The beers sampled in this episode: Anderson Valley Brewing Company - Summer Solstice&nbsp; North Country Brewing Company - Buck Snort Stout Brasserie des Franches-Montagnes - 225 Saison **This episode is not sponsored by any of these breweries. All beers were selected at random by the host.**

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Footbahlin with Ben Roethlisberger EP. 1

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