Pivot Podcast

Jalen Ramsey on joining the best team of his career, being a Steeler, adapting to Aaron Rodgers, surprising insight on Mike Tomlin, blue-collar swagger, key AFC matchups, and why he’s still the NFL’s top defensive back.


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“Jalen is still Jalen. I’m still that one. I’m still the one they were looking up to, I’m still the one they will be taking parts of their game from trying to copy mine, I’m still that.” Jalen Ramsey responds to the doubters

As our Training Camp tour continues, we visiting Jalen in his new NFL home, and sit down with the three-time All‑Pro cornerback as he embarks on a bold new journey with the Pittsburgh Steelers. After cementing his legacy with a Super Bowl win and with Pro Bowl honors in Jacksonville, Los Angeles, and Miami-Jalen brings his unmatched skill set and swagger to one of the NFL’s most storied franchises. We explore the motivations behind the blockbuster June 30, 2025 trade, what it means to don the iconic black and gold, and how Pittsburgh’s aggressive 2025 Super Bowl push aligns with his championship aspirations 

Jalen reflects on his football evolution—how his position versatility (cornerback, potential safety) and league-wide respect make him more than just "another star" on the roster, but a cornerstone of a retooled defense aiming to recapture past glory.

As he joins a defense stacked with names like T.J. Watt, Darius Slay Jr., Joey Porter Jr, and a team led by veteran QB Aaron Rodgers, Jalen makes one thing clear: he's still that guy. And now, he’s exactly where he’s supposed to be. We break down how he’ll complement fellow veterans and what his arrival signals about Pittsburgh’s shift toward a win-now mentality during Aaron Rodgers’ anticipated final NFL season.

This isn’t just about football—it’s about fit. Jalen talks about how his mentality now mirrors the city itself: blue-collar, unapologetic, and built on pride, toughness, and resilience. He shares how the Steel City has reignited his fire—how he's leaned into being a mentor and a menace, all while preparing to help this storied franchise chase another Lombardi.

Join us for a raw, unfiltered look at an athlete who’s still got it—not just on the field, but in his leadership, swagger, and hunger to win.

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