Footbahlin with Ben Roethlisberger

By Footbahlin with Ben Roethlisberger

After years of sampling unique beers and talking football with friends, we've decided to make it a show! Get ready for uneducated craft beer reviews, over-educated football insight, and a list of spec... more

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Number 1: 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 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?
August 28, 202643min
Number 2: 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 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?
August 25, 202641min
Number 3: Big Ben talks first week of Training Camp, No Tackling, QB Competition and More! Ep 134
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?
August 04, 202642min
Number 4: Big Ben talks New offense scheme, Will Howard's first snaps, Drew Allar's performance & more Ep 135
One preseason game can’t crown a season, but it can expose a direction and the Steelers finally looked like they’re choosing one. We hit record right after the opener to talk through what jumped off the screen: the offense has a different feel, the play design creates cleaner windows, and the overall approach looks more like an NFL scoring plan than pure survival football. We also get into the chess match of preseason tape, where Mike McCarthy can show just enough to build timing while still hiding the real communication, audibles, and weekly answers he’ll need once the games count. Then we pivot to the stuff that can quietly ruin a contender: penalties. Eleven flags for 134 yards is a preseason stat that can become a regular-season identity if it’s not addressed, especially the pre-snap and post-whistle mistakes that have nothing to do with talent. From there, we talk defense with an emphasis on the secondary, what it means to hold up even when everything is “vanilla,” and why names like Asante Samuel Jr. matter when the schedule toughens. Finally, we spend real time on the quarterback room. Mason Rudolph looks like a pro, but Will Howard and Drew AllAr both flash the kind of decision-making that earns coaches’ trust fast: movement, throwaways, smart aggression, and zero panic. The big question is simple: how do you hand out reps next week to find the truth without overreacting to one night? Subscribe for more Steelers preseason analysis, share this with a friend, and leave a review. Which young quarterback would you give the next start?
August 14, 202646min
Number 5: Big Ben Rates the Steelers 53-Man Roster, Season Prediction and more! Ep 138
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?
September 08, 202647min