The Steelers return home looking to bounce back from a rough loss in New England, but the challenge gets tougher with the unbeaten Cincinnati Bengals coming to Pittsburgh for the first AFC North game of the Mike McCarthy era.

Joe and Brian break down what has to change for Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers offense, including protection issues, third-down struggles and the lack of explosive plays. They also look at the matchup on the other side, where Pittsburgh has to deal with Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and Chase Brown while trying to eliminate the big plays that hurt the defense last week.

Plus, they go through the key matchups, players to watch and their predictions for Steelers-Bengals in Week 3.

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The Steelers offense hit a new low in Sunday’s 20-3 loss to the New England Patriots. Joe and Brian breakdown what went wrong for Aaron Rodgers and company, Pittsburgh’s continued struggles on third down, protection problems and Mike McCarthy’s plan to simplify the offense moving forward.

Plus, the defense created opportunities but wasn’t without its own issues, as T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith pointed to explosive plays and New England’s success on the ground.

The Steelers are only 1-1, but with AFC North football up next, how quickly can McCarthy and Rodgers get this offense back on track?

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The Steelers are 1-0, but there’s plenty to clean up as Mike McCarthy takes his team on the road for the first time this season.

Joe and Brian preview Pittsburgh’s Week 2 matchup with the New England Patriots, starting with an offense that struggled on third down and never quite found its rhythm against Atlanta. Can Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers passing game turn missed opportunities into bigger plays, and will Pittsburgh make a greater commitment to the run?

The hosts also look at what Patrick Graham showed in his defensive debut, including how the Steelers are moving T.J. Watt around and generating pressure without relying heavily on the blitz. Plus, they discuss Joey Porter Jr.’s status, the challenge Drake Maye presents, New England’s weapons, and the matchups that could decide Sunday’s game.

The show wraps up with keys to the game and predictions as the Steelers look to leave Foxborough with a 2-0 record.

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The Steelers are 1-0 after grinding out a 20-13 win over the Atlanta Falcons in Mike McCarthy’s debut as Pittsburgh’s head coach.

Joe and Brian break down T.J. Watt’s monster afternoon, including his game-changing pick-six, plus Aaron Rodgers and the offense’s uneven performance, DK Metcalf’s frustrating day, Roman Wilson’s surprising role over Germie Bernard, and a Steelers defense that kept Atlanta out of the red zone.

Plus, what happened to the running game, and what in the world was going on with that fake field goal attempt?

It wasn’t always pretty, but the Steelers found a way to get the job done and start the 2026 season 1-0.

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The wait is finally over! The Pittsburgh Steelers kick off the 2026 season at home against the Atlanta Falcons, marking Mike McCarthy’s first regular-season game as Steelers head coach.

Joe and Brian preview Sunday’s matchup, including Atlanta’s quarterback situation, questions at right tackle for both teams, and what to expect from Aaron Rodgers and Pittsburgh’s new-look offense. They also discuss Joey Porter Jr.’s status, the challenge of containing Bijan Robinson, key matchups that could swing the game, and wrap things up with their Week 1 predictions.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have their initial 53-man roster, and there were a few surprises along the way.

Joe and Brian break down the biggest decisions from final cuts, including which players won their roster battles, who was left on the outside looking in, and what some of the more unexpected moves could mean for the Steelers heading into Week 1.

Plus, with waivers, practice squad moves and potential additions still ahead, Pittsburgh’s roster may be set at 53, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s finished.

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The second preseason is in the books, and as the final game looms, now comes the hard part: Who makes the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 53-man roster?

Joe and Brian make their final roster predictions following Pittsburgh’s preseason finale against the New York Jets. Which players helped their case, who may have played their way off the roster, and where could Mike McCarthy and his staff have some difficult decisions ahead?

The hosts break down the roster position-by-position, including the quarterback battle, offensive line concerns, crowded skill-position groups and some of the toughest calls on defense and special teams.

Plus, which players could be headed to the practice squad, and could the Steelers still make a move before the regular season begins?

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The Steelers are back at Acrisure Stadium for their second preseason game, this time taking on the New York Jets.

With Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph sitting this one out, Will Howard will get the start at quarterback before sharing the workload with Drew Allar. That gives both young passers another valuable opportunity to make their case as Pittsburgh continues sorting through its depth chart.

Joe previews Friday night’s matchup, including what to watch from Howard and Allar, which position battles could start taking shape, and which roster hopefuls have the most to gain against the Jets.

It’s another chance for Pittsburgh’s young players to make an impression as the preseason rolls on.

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The Steelers opened the Mike McCarthy era with a convincing 28-9 preseason win over the Green Bay Packers, and several young players took advantage of their first opportunity to make an impression.

Joe and Brian break down Pittsburgh’s preseason opener, including the performances of Will Howard and Drew Allar, Kaden Wetjen’s big night, Jamin Davis making noise off the edge, and the depth that showed up across the roster.

Plus, we discuss the biggest concerns from the win, including 134 yards in penalties, Troy Fautanu’s rough night at left tackle, and which players helped or hurt their chances of making the 53-man roster.

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The roster prediction concludes with the defensive side of the ball and special teams.

Joe and Brian sort through every position group, debate the toughest decisions, and reveal our complete projected 53-man roster.

Plus, we discuss the players who just missed the cut, potential practice squad candidates, and where outside additions could still change the Steelers’ roster before Week 1.

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