Steelers Central

On this episode of Steelers Central, it's time to preview the team's home opener against the Seattle Seahawks. We'll get into why the Steelers' first priority needs to be shutting down Jaxson Smith-Njigba, as well as attacking the secondary against a defense with some key injuries on the backend. Next, we'll get into some of the key matchups that include the Seahawks' interior defensive line and vice versa, as well as both of the top WRs against the team's top corners. We'll get into why those matchups are so crucial later in the episode. I'll tell you why the Steelers should win this game and provide some predictions for what happens during the game, including why it will be easier to get Sam Darnold to the ground. Lastly, the addition of Jabrill Peppers at safety instantly makes him the second-best at his position. Why this addition couldn't come at a better time for the Steelers, and how I think he'll be used. 0:00-22:08 Steelers vs Seahawks Preview 22:09-35:21 Steelers vs Seahawks Key Matchups 35:22-41:40 Game Prediction 41:41-47:47 Jabrill Peppers: A Perfect Fit

On this episode of Steelers Central, it is time to look at the Steelers back and fourth victory and analyze what went right (Aaron Rodgers and the passing offense) and wrong (the battle of the trenches) in the team's 34-32 win against the New York Jets. As always, there are players who standout in good and bad ways in football games, this game was no different. Aaron Rodgers, the battle in the trenches, Chris Boswell, and Broderick Jones were among those discussed. The trenches are an area that needs to be talked about and addressed for the entirety of the week, and I'll explain what went wrong, the importance of Derrick Harmon, and what they need to do to get better at doing on both sides of the ball. Lastly, I briefly touch on my frustrations with the Cam Heyward saga, and why this should have been figured out months ago. 0:00-21:14 Jets vs Steelers Breakdown 21:15-39:09 Winners and Losers of Jets game 39:10-52:50 Battered in the Trenches 52:51-59:32 Cam Heyward Saga

On this episode of Steelers Central, it's time for our first Steelers Game Preview as the Steelers take on the New York Jets at Met Life Stadium. We'll take a look at some keys to victory for the Steelers that include controlling Breece Hall, winning the line of scrimmage, and creating turnovers. After that, there is always the game withing the game. We'll be analyzing some key match-ups for both sides that includes both sides' tackles against their respective edge rushers as well as the play of the linebackers, and why I think the Steelers could have an advantage with their tight ends. I also give my reasoning on why I think the Steelers will start the season off on a high note, winning this game. Lastly, it's time to touch on some other Steelers headline including the Cam Heyward saga, and why I can't see him not playing this Sunday. I also touch on Jaylen Warren's new deal, and why it's a bargain for the Steelers and Arthur Smith hyping up some middle-of the-field play design. 0:00-18:25 Steelers Win if... 18:26-33:50 Matchups to Watch 33:51-39:05 Official Game Prediction 39:06-48:43 Other Steelers Headlines

On this episode of Steelers Central, it's time to discuss what the Steelers' record will be finally. Is this finally the year they go under .500? Do they win the division? What are the ceiling and floor of this team? Are they just the safe team again? All these questions will be answered in this episode! We will also go over the timeline of the Steelers' lack of movement at WR. From the moment they traded DK Metcalf, and fans were on top of the world, thinking about the Metcalf Pickens duo to when they traded Pickens for a third-round 2026 pick. Is this room actually better than last year, and the reasons why they haven't added a WR yet, and don't seem in any hurry to? Lastly, I give my two things to worry about on both sides of the ball. I'll tell you why fans should be concerned about the short-yardage situations on offense and the potential veteran fatigue that could plague the defense with a tougher ending slate. 0:00-34:30 2025 Steelers Record Prediction 34:31-48:17 Lack of WR Movement 48:18-60:06 Worries to Start the Year

On this episode of Steelers Central, we break down the Steelers initial 53-man roster. Surprised how many defensive lineman the team kept, a little light in the secondary, and two rookies going on IR, we have it all. Next, one question that has not been brought up as much has been the uncertainty at the tackle position. The early play of Broderick Jones and Troy Fautanu has eased fans concerns a bit. Could their performances mean the offensive line is making the long awaited jump that we've been waiting for? The WR rumors have continued, the latest being about Raiders WR Jakobi Meyers requesting a trade. How the Steelers approach addressing this position will tell me just how much they care about this season. I'll tell you why I think they should be willing to move some draft capital for this move to gain a WR of Meyers or Pierce's caliber. Lastly, we go over the Steelers practice squad and highlight their deep secondary along with some other players they brought back like Robert Woods and Demarvin Leal. 0:00-16:58 Steelers 53-man Depth Chart 16:59-27:02 Tackle Stability 27:03-37:48 WR Rumors Continue 37:49-46:53 Steelers Practice Squad