The Steelers handled business (sloppily) vs. the Patriots, but can they keep the momentum going all the way to 3-1 before the bye? 🔥

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In this episode of Steel City Insider, we pay tribute to longtime Steelers beat writer Dale Lolley and his incredible impact on Pittsburgh sports journalism. We also break down the Steelers’ tough loss to the Seahawks, asking whether the offensive and defensive lines can step up and improve. Finally, we preview this weekend’s big matchup vs. the Patriots.

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The 2025 NFL season kicks off with a huge Steelers vs Jets matchup — and we’ve got the ultimate preview! Legendary Steelers insider Jim Wexell is joined by Jets beat writer Rick Laughland to break it all down from both sides of the field.

In this episode:

Can Aaron Rodgers still win big with the Steelers in New York?

What kind of team will the Jets field with Justin Fields leading the way?

Keys for the Steelers offense & defense heading into Week 1.

Game predictions from Rick Laughland and Jim Wexell.

This is your inside look at what to expect in the Steelers’ opener. Don’t miss it!

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have finalized their 53-man roster, and there are some big surprises! From the unexpected cut of James Pierre to shocking names who made the team, legendary Steelers insider Jim Wexell and Jeremy Hritz break it all down in real time.

We dig into every position group, the tough calls at cornerback, wide receiver depth concerns, and even some peculiar cuts that could signal an upcoming roster move from Omar Khan. With Derrick Harmon’s injury, Beanie Bishop’s absence, and Skylar Thompson’s push at QB, there’s no shortage of storylines heading into Week 1.

Whether you’re hyped for the 2025 season or just here for the inside scoop, we’ve got you covered with expert analysis, insider perspective, and a little Pittsburgh grit.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers closed out the 2025 preseason with a 19–10 win over the Carolina Panthers — but the real story is the roster battles and cut-down to 53 players. 🏈

In this episode, Jim Wexell breaks down:

✅ Who’s in and who’s out for the Steelers’ 53-man roster

🚑 Derrick Harmon’s injury update and what it means moving forward

❌ Beanie Bishop’s absence from the game???

⚡ YA Black’s strong play and where he fits on the defensive line

📉 Weaknesses at the back end of the wide receiver depth chart

🏃 Mark Robinson possibly on his way out

🏈 The punter battle and who has the edge

🔥 Skylar Thompson’s push that could knock Mason Rudolph off the roster

…and much more insider analysis!

Whether you’re hyped for the 2025 season or just here for the inside scoop, we’ve got you covered with expert analysis, insider perspective, and a little Pittsburgh grit.

📚 Don’t forget about Jim’s new book! Pittsburgh Steelers: An Illustrated Timeline — available now!

🐦 Follow Jeremy on X (Twitter): ⁠@SteelStudy⁠

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📩 Comment your bold prediction for the Steelers’ first regular season game!

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The Pittsburgh Steelers came away with a preseason win over the Jacksonville Jaguars — but there’s plenty to unpack! In this episode of Steel City Insider, Jim Wexell and Jeremy Hritz break down:

Mason Rudolph & Skylar Thompson lighting it up 🔥

The emerging WR2 battle and who stood out

Defensive backs making reliable, noteworthy plays

Concerns in the run game

Key takeaways heading into the next preseason matchup

Whether you’re hyped for the 2025 season or just here for the inside scoop, we’ve got you covered with expert analysis, insider perspective, and a little Pittsburgh grit.

📚 Don’t forget about Jim’s new book! Pittsburgh Steelers: An Illustrated Timeline — available now!

🐦 Follow Jeremy on X (Twitter): @SteelStudy

🔥 Don’t Miss Out! Subscribe & hit the 🔔 to stay updated on all things Steelers! Let’s ride this season together!

#Steelers #HereWeGo #NFLDraft #AaronRodgers #PittsburghSteelers #NFL #SteelCurtain #NFLFreeAgency

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Steel City Insider Podcast, Episode #151 – Show Notes

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Get ready for an inside look at the Pittsburgh Steelers’ first live practice of training camp! In this episode, we break down every hard-hitting drill, spotlight the players who stood out, and take a deep dive into the revamped linebacking corps. Plus, we’ll analyze Roman Wilson’s progression, preview the new-look secondary (including that mysterious defensive back), and explain why this defense is a pack of junkyard dogs. We’ll also cover how QB Will Howard has performed, Aaron Rodgers’s almost-there reps, and so much more. Special guest Bo Marchionte joins the show to share his expert perspective on all things Steelers.

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In this episode:

First live practice highlights and hard hits (a surprise LB steals the show!)

Who rose above the rest at camp

Linebacker group analysis & Roman Wilson’s leap

Secondary breakdown & the “mysterious” DB

Why the defense is a force of junkyard dogs

How Howard has looked so far

Aaron Rodgers’s standout play

Insider insights with Bo Marchionte

Featured Links & Resources

Have a great week!

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The 2025 NFL season is officially underway as Steelers Training Camp kicks off! In Episode #149 of the Steel City Insider Podcast, Steelers insider Jim Wexell and co-host Jeremy Hritz break down all the major headlines, locker room chatter, and insider intel as the team gears up for a massive season.

🔥 Here’s what’s inside this episode:

The start of Training Camp: who’s showing up, and who needs to step up

T.J. Watt’s new contract and those massive biceps – what it means for this defense

Breaking down the Jonnu Smith and Jalen Ramsey trades

The Minkah Fitzpatrick trade shocker – why it happened and how the team fills the void

What version of Aaron Rodgers will the Steelers face in 2025?

And the BIGGEST question that will define the success or failure of this season

PLUS: You can now pre-order the brand-new book by Craig Wolfley and Jim Wexell, If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Pittsburgh Steelers Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box, on Amazon here:

📌 Subscribe, leave a comment, and let us know: Do you think the Steelers did the right thing trading Minkah?

🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms.

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Don’t forget about Jim’s new book, Pittsburgh Steelers: An Illustrated Timeline! You can find the book by clicking here. 

You can check out Jim’s work at the SteelCityInsider here: https://247sports.com/nfl/pittsburgh-steelers/ 

You can also follow him on Twitter @jimwexell, and check out the most recent Steelers books he's authored at jimwexell.com.

You can give Jeremy a follow on X (formerly Twitter) @SteelStudy.

Have a great week!

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🎙️ Welcome to The Steel City Insider Podcast — where Pittsburgh passion meets insider access. In this episode, we’re joined by insightful Steelers beat writers Noah Strackbein (Sports Illustrated) and Brian Batko (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) for an in-depth breakdown of the biggest minicamp storylines.

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