The Steel City Insider: With Jim Wexell & Jeremy Hritz

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The Steel City Insider: With Jim Wexell & Jeremy Hritz episodes

August 10, 2025Steelers Beat Jaguars in Preseason: QBs Impress, WR2 Battle Heats Up, DBs Flash, Run Game Lags, SCIP #152
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!
🔗 Check out Jim’s work at SteelCityInsider: https://247sports.com/nfl/pittsburgh-steelers/
🐦 Follow Jim on Twitter: @jimwexell
📚 More Steelers books by Jim: jimwexell.com
🐦 Follow Jeremy on X (Twitter): @SteelStudy
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📩 Comment your bold prediction for the Steelers’ next preseason game!
#Steelers #HereWeGo #NFLDraft #AaronRodgers #PittsburghSteelers #NFL #SteelCurtain #NFLFreeAgency
29 min
August 05, 2025 Mike Prisuta on Steelers Offense Camp Woes, Emerging DL & WR2 Need, SCIP#151
Steel City Insider Podcast, Episode #151 – Show Notes
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Episode Highlights
Mike Prisuta of the WDVE Morning Show joins us as we break down:
Steelers Training Camp: Key takeaways and standout performers
Struggling Offense: What’s holding Aaron Rodgers & Co. back?
Scotty Miller Stepping Up: Is he the answer at WR2… or is there still a need for a true No. 2 receiver?
Ground Game Woes: Why the running attack and injured OL must find solutions fast
Defense Looks Fearsome: Jaylen Ramsey’s leadership and emerging playmakers
Sleeper Standouts: Players building momentum to crack the final roster
Resources & Links
📖 Jim’s New Book: Pittsburgh Steelers: An Illustrated Timeline – Click here
📰 Steel City Insider – Check out Jim’s latest work on Steelers coverage: https://247sports.com/nfl/pittsburgh-steelers/
🐦 Follow Jim Wexell on X: @jimwexell
📚 More from Jim: Explore his Steelers books at https://jimwexell.com
🐦 Follow Jeremy on X: @SteelStudy
Connect & Engage
💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments: Who’s your pick to break out at camp?
👍 Like & Share this episode with fellow Steelers Nation fans
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Hashtags
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📅 Have a great week!
33 min
July 30, 2025Steelers Start Hitting: Standouts, Sluggish Offense & Junkyard Dogs Defense (featuring Bo Barchionte)
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
📖 Jim’s new book, Pittsburgh Steelers: An Illustrated Timeline: Click here
📰 Check out Jim’s work at SteelCityInsider: https://247sports.com/nfl/pittsburgh-steelers/
🐦 Follow Jim Wexell on Twitter: @jimwexell
🐦 Follow Jeremy on X (formerly Twitter): @SteelStudy
Have a great week!
#Steelers #HereWeGo #NFLDraft #AaronRodgers #PittsburghSteelers #NFL #SteelCurtain #NFLFreeAgency
33 min
July 22, 2025🎙️ Steel City Insider Podcast Ep. #149 – Steelers Camp Begins, Roster Moves, and One Big Question for 2025
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:
👉 https://www.amazon.com/These-Walls-Could-Talk-Pittsburgh/dp/1637277636
📌 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!
26 min
June 12, 2025 Aaron Rodgers Making Headlines at Minicamp; Minkah Is BACK and Better Than Ever!, SCIP #148
🎙️ 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.
👀 Today’s Topics:
🧠 First Impressions of Aaron Rodgers in minicamp — how does he look, and what does it mean for the AFC arms race?
⚡ Calvin Austin emerging as WR2? We talk this possibility and trade talk for a #2.
🔥 Minkah Fitzpatrick's Resurgence — why he’s flying around like an All-Pro again and what it means for the Steelers’ defense.
🛠️ Expert insight, real talk, and bold predictions from Noah, Brian, and host Jeremy Hritz — you don’t want to miss this one.
🔥 Don’t Miss Out! Subscribe & hit the 🔔 to stay updated on all things Steelers!
💬 Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway or prediction for the season!
👍 Like and share this episode with the rest of Steelers Nation!
📚 Don’t forget about Jim’s new book: Pittsburgh Steelers: An Illustrated Timeline!
👉 Grab it here: jimwexell.com
📲 Follow Jim’s work at Steel City Insider:
🔗 https://247sports.com/nfl/pittsburgh-steelers/
🐦 Twitter: @jimwexell
📲 Follow Jeremy on X (formerly Twitter):
🐦 @SteelStudy
#Steelers #SteelCityInsider #HereWeGo #NFLDraft #AaronRodgers #PittsburghSteelers #NFL #SteelCurtain #NFLFreeAgency #MinkahFitzpatrick #CalvinAustin #NoahStrackbein #BrianBatko #CouragePaysBetterThanFear #JeremyHritz #sportsillustrated #pittsburghpostgazette
29 min
June 05, 2025BREAKING: Aaron Rodgers Signs with Steelers; Mark Kaboly and Nick Farabaugh Join to Discuss
🏈 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:
✅ How Aaron Rodgers changes the Steelers offense in 2025
✅ What version of Rodgers fans should expect — future Hall of Famer or fading star?
✅ How Rodgers fits into Arthur Smith’s system
✅ Standouts from Steelers OTAs
✅ Key position battles and storylines heading into Minicamp
🔥 Don’t Miss Out! Subscribe & hit the 🔔 to stay updated on all things Steelers!
Don’t forget about Jim’s new book, Pittsburgh Steelers: An Illustrated Timeline — the ultimate gift for any Steelers fan!
👉 Find it here: https://jimwexell.com
Check out Jim’s work at Steel City Insider:
🔗 https://247sports.com/nfl/pittsburgh-steelers/
Follow Jim on X (Twitter) ➤ @jimwexell
📲 Stay Connected:
Host Jeremy Hritz ➤ Follow on X: @SteelStudy
📣 Drop a comment below: Do you think Rodgers will lead the Steelers back to the playoffs?
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#Steelers #AaronRodgers #MarkKaboly #NickFarabaugh #SteelersPodcast #SteelersNews #OTAs #Minicamp #HereWeGo #NFLDraft #NFLFreeAgency #PittsburghSteelers #SteelCurtain #NFL
35 min
May 29, 2025 Steelers Beat Writers Talk OTA Standouts, Sleepers & Aaron Rodgers’ Absence: SCIP, EP#146
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:
🔥 Who’s standing out early in OTAs?
👀 Which sleeper players could crack the 53-man roster?
🚨 Does Aaron Rodgers missing OTAs even matter?
📈 How are the Steelers shaping up ahead of training camp?
Hosted by Jeremy Hritz, this episode dives deep into player performance, behind-the-scenes insights, and how the team’s mentality is evolving in 2025. Don’t miss the most informed Steelers conversation on YouTube.
👍 Like, comment, and subscribe to Courage Pays Better Than Fear Trading for weekly Steelers coverage, NFL takes, and exclusive interviews.
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.
🏷️ Hashtags:
#Steelers #SteelersNation #SteelersOTAs #NFLNews #AaronRodgers #SteelCityInsider #SteelersPodcast #PittsburghSteelers #OTASleepers #NFLTrainingCamp #JeremyHritz #SteelersCamp #RodgersOTAs #NFLBeatWriters
37 min
May 13, 2025 The Steel City Insider Podcast, Season #5, Episode #145: George Pickens Trade: Addition by Subtraction? Rookie Minicamp Insights
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
36 min
April 29, 2025 The Steel City Insider Podcast: Season #5, Episode #144: Steelers 2025 Draft: Culture & Character w/ Roy Countryman
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!
44 min
April 15, 2025 The Steel City Insider Podcast: Season #5, Episode #143: Steelers 2025 NFL Draft Preview: Mark Gorscak Shares Insights & Sleeper Picks!
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
🔥 Don’t Miss Out! Subscribe & hit the 🔔 to stay updated on all things Steelers!
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!
43 min