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

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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:

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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. 

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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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🏈 BREAKING: Aaron Rodgers Signs with the Steelers?! | Mark Kaboly & Nick Farabaugh Exclusive | OTA Recap & Minicamp Preview

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Aaron Rodgers is now a Pittsburgh Steeler, and we’ve got the full breakdown with two of the top Steelers insiders in the game!

In this episode of the Steel City Insider Podcast with Jim Wexell and Jeremy Hritz, they are joined by:

Mark Kaboly, Steelers beat writer and correspondent for The Pat McAfee Show

Nick Farabaugh, Steelers beat writer for PennLive.com

Together, we discuss:

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Pittsburgh Steelers OTAs are heating up, and we’ve got the inside scoop. On this episode of Steel City Insider Podcast, top Steelers beat writers Jim Wexell, Mike DeFabo, and Bo Marchionte, break down everything you need to know from minicamp:

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Join Jim Wexell on the Steel City Insider Podcast as we dive into the George Pickens trade – addition by subtraction? Uncover exclusive insights from rookie minicamp that could shape Pittsburgh’s season! Subscribe for Steelers insight and analysis! #Steelers #GeorgePickens #NFL #RookieMinicamp #PittsburghSteelers #NFLPodcast #Football #SportsTalk

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Join us for an electrifying Monday episode as we unpack the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2025 NFL Draft with renowned draft expert Roy Countryman! We dive into how GM Omar Khan and Coach Mike Tomlin not only bolstered the roster with top talent but also prioritized character and culture to forge a winning team identity. From Big Ten standouts to special teams dynamos, discover how this draft class—led by Derrick Harmon, Kaleb Johnson, and others—sets the stage for Steelers success.

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 an amazing post-Draft week!

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Get ready for the Steelers picks in the 2025 NFL Draft! Join us as Mark Gorscak breaks down top prospects, shares expert insights, and reveals sleeper picks that could shape the Steelers' future. From quarterback debates to defensive line needs, we cover it all! #SteelersDraft #NFLDraft2025 #PittsburghSteelers

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

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