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Steelers Central
by Ricky Turner
Where to get the latest on everything new and upcoming with the Black and Yellow. Biweekly up until trading camp starts, then weekly up until the season ends. Contact me @realdebater on Instagram Twitter and Tik Tok for any ideas and recommendations.
Episodes
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Home Cooking in the Steel City
It’s another victory Monday in the Steel City, as the Steelers defeated the Colts 34-22, and the Colts' last win in Pittsburgh dates back to 2008. The Jay-Train continues to look at a career year after another 180 scrimmage yards and a two-TD day, with both TDs coming from 50-plus yards out.…
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Same Old Steelers
The Steelers fell to the Browns Thursday night 27-24 in a game that was very reminiscent if past games that have taken place in Cleveland. The Steelers jumped out to an early lead, a turnover swung the momentum, the Steelers fell behind by multiple possessions, they come back, and they lose off a...
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Offensive Explosion; Streak Ends vs. Bengals
On this episode of Steelers Central, we discuss the Steelers offensive showcase vs. the Bengals, and what Mike McCarthy did to navigate a win vs. an improved divisional opponent in his first AFC North tilt. Next, we'll break down the winners and losers of this game that include stout performance…
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No Identity Steelers
On this episode of Steelers Central, is it time to panic already about this Steelers offense that has one TD through two games and 31st in 3rd down conversions, and scored just three points last week. What should the team do to fix that? Next, its time to move onto the 2-0 Bengals, see why I…
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Same Old Steelers Win?
On this episode of Steelers Central, it's the first official victory Monday for the Pittsburgh Steelers as they beat the Atlanta Falcons 20-13 in what was a sloppy offensive performance that they would not have won without a resurgent defensive performance from TJ Watt. We'll get into my…
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1-0 A Lock in Week One?
On this episode of Steelers Central, we begin by looking at the Steelers favorable Week One matchup vs. the Falcons. See why Pittsburgh could not have gotten a better opponent, and may be even facing a team without a starting QB. Hear what I think the keys to victory are for both of these teams...
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Roster Reaction and Playoffs Predictions
On this delayed episode of Steelers Central, I react to the inital 53-man roster, and the questionable decision to keep four QBS. I'll also get into what positions suffered as a result, and the Steelers keeping all 11 rookies. Next, we'll get into some of the holes that remain on the roster...
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Decisions Loom as Preseason Comes to a Close
On this episode of Steelers Central, we break down the Steelers last preseason game, a loss to the Buffalo Bills, who proved themselves, and who left a little bit to be desired. Did Will Howard show enough to stay on the 53 man roster? Should Germie Bernard be WR 3? Is Max Iheanachor the best...
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QBs Disappoint, Final 53-Man Roster
On this episode of Steelers Central, we break down the Joey Porter Jr. contract situation, and why the Steelers need to get this figured out given their drafting track record. The winners and losers of Friday's preseason game against the Jets including a second year QB, a third year WR, a...
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Young QBs Ball Out, Benton's Big Extension
On this episode of Steelers Central, we break down the team's first preseason game and discuss some of the winners and losers from the team's opening victory. The young gun slingers balled out, the rookie wideouts shined, while the defensive line flashed their depth. On the other end, both…
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The Pads Come on for SNL
On this episode of Steelers Central, I break down Saturday's festivities from the morning coordinator's press conferences to the now Saturday Night Lights instead of Friday Night Lights. I'll give my thought on what the coordinators said as a whole, and some standouts in a second consecutive…
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Training Camp Begins
On this episode of Steelers Central, it's time for training camp! I'll give you my takes on what I am most excited to see on both sides of the ball as the team starts it's three week journey. Joey Porter Jr. is not practicing right now due to a supposed back injury so we'll analyze the importance...
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Most Training Camp Pressure and Pre Training Camp 53
On this episode of Steelers Central, we'll get into the players that I think have the most pressure heading into this training camp as they could be cut due to competition, or just not being versatile enough. These include a second-year RB, a third-year WR, a fourth-year OT, and the whole LB core…
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2025 Draft Class One Year Later
On this episode of Steelers Central, we'll react to the 2025 Pittsburgh Steelers draft picks one year later, and what they must improve on headed into year two. I have flip-flopped on two picks that Pittsburgh made last year as well with both players career paths headed in different direction…
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Most Productive Steelers Free Agent Addition
On this episode of Steelers Central, I discuss what free agent I think will be the most impactful to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Will it be Jamel Dean in the CB room, Rico Dowdle to the RB room, or Michael Pittman to the WR room? Take a listen to find out! Next, the Steelers have one of the best...
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2027 Questions Looming
On this episode of Steelers Central, we talk a lot of looming questions that will be coming during the end of the 2026 season. We'll start with the decision about which edge rusher the team will be keeping next year between TJ Watt and Alex Highsmith after Nick Herbig's contract. Why I think Alex...
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Big Time Extensions and Looming Positional Battles
On this episode of Steelers Central, we discuss the extensions given to Nick Herbig and Darnell Washington set them up nicely with key pieces of their future now locked up. Also I'll explain why the team has a decision looming at OLB in 2027, and why Darnell Washington's contract will be the new...
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Extension Talks, Biggest Holes that Remain
On this episode of Steelers Central, it's time to talk about some extension-worthy players ahead of the new year from Omar Khan's draft class, see which contracts I think are most likely to get done, and which are least likely. Also, hear my thoughts on why Keeanu Benton's contract negotiation...
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Schedule Release and OTA Takeaways
On this episode of Steelers Central, we break down the 2026 Steelers Schedule, which stretches of the season the team needs to capitalize on, and which they may struggle in. We'll also predict the Steelers record and why their .500 record may be in jeopardy, but may benefit from a weak AFC and…
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Positional Outlook: Trenches, Best Games on the Schedule
On this episode of Steelers Central, we begin our positional outlook heading into OTAs with most position groups being set. We'll start with the two of the strongest units on both sides of the ball, the offensive and defensive lines. See why despite some reshuffling, the offensive line could be...
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Draft Reaction and UFA Tender Thoughts
On this episode of Steelers Central, we break down the Steelers 2026 Draft Class. Hear my thoughts on the team's first round drama, where does this draft rank among Omar Khan's Draft Class, and did the team did get appropriate value overall, or did they reach for some of their selections. Next, I...
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Steelers Mock Draft
On this episode of Steelers Central, it is finally mock draft time with the draft just one day away, and the Steelers picking at 21. I'll give you my prediction on what the Steelers will do throughout the weekend, what they prioritize, and all while not trading picks. WR in Round 1 and Guard…
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Throwing a Mid-Round QB Dart
On this episode of Steelers we begin by evaluating some of the top QBS in this draft class starting with a a first-year mental processor from Alabama, then a potential Top-10 pick hampered by injuries in his final season at LSU, and a four-year battle tested veteran from the runner-up Miami...
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Scouting Some Versatile Backend Talent
With the NFL Draft just under two weeks away, we begin to scout a safety room with some intriguing depth. We start with the do-it-all chess piece who transferred to Oregon his senior year. Then, another transfer known for his heavy hitting and ball skills at LSU, a sleeper transfer from USC with...
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Beefing up Defensively and McCarthy Presser Takeaways
On this episode of Steelers Central, we break down some defensive line trench play and analyze some of the draft's top prospects and fits for the Pittsburgh Steelers. We start with the Draft's top run-stuffer, then move to a physical specimen out of Clemson, before looking at another mountain of…
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QBs Wanted on Both Sides of the Ball
On this episode of Steelers Central, we'll evaluate Pittsburgh's need for shot callers on both sides of the ball starting with five rookie ILB prospects. First, we'll look at the most well-rounded of the bunch, and arguably the best run stuffer out in the class out of Georgia, a splash play...
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Winning in the Trenches, WR at 21 a Lock?
On this episode of Steelers Central, we break down some more offensive line film including another Iowa success story, a raw prospect out Kentucky, an ASU star that has played ball for just five years, a pass blocking savant out of Northwestern, and a mountain of a man out of Miami. See which...
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Steelers FA Recap and Scouting the Newest Weakness
On this episode of Steelers Central, we'll recap the Steelers first week of Free Agency as the team addressed several pressing needs with the additions of WR Michael Pittman and CB Jamel Dean along with some good value bargains at RB, S, and DL. Why I think Omar Khan A grade worthy FA as well!...
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Potential Slot CB Prospects and Steelers FA
On this episode of Steelers, we look at four potentially intriguing CB options with one of them potentially being a top pick if he was a couple inches taller, another having a surprising breakout year in Tennessee, and another one being a perfect fit for Patrick Graham's defensive scheme, see…
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Combine Presser Takeaways and CB Evals Begin
On this episode of Steelers Central, we take some time to breakdown GM Omar Khan's Presser, and what he said and didn't say. It seems like they have an an inkling that Rodgers is coming back despite no immediate confirmation. He is excited about the team's cap situation in Free Agency and the 12...
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More WR Evals, Who Stays and Who Goes
On this episode of Steelers Central, we continue to look at some of the top WRs in this year's draft including Denzel Boston, KC Concepcion, and Germie Bernard. See which receiver I think has the highest upside, highest floor, and which one of these guys I am just not seeing the hype around.…
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Top NFL Draft WRs Eval, FA Needs
On this episode of Steelers Central, we begin our first draft evaluations of the season with the top WRS in the class: Arizona State WR Jordan Tyson, Ohio State WR Carnell Tate, and USC WR Malaki Lemon. This is an uber-talented group of WRs that are great and consistent separators. See which one…
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Looming Decision at OLB
On this episode of Steelers Central, it's time to handout grades to the defensive side of the ball. Tune in to see which position groups disappointed most, and why it was hard grading the defensive line that saw individually have good season, but together, they struggled to stop the run. Also,...
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Building a New Staff
On this episode of Steelers Central, it's report card time, as we hand out grades to the offensive position groups. Tune into see which group had the best and worst grades, and if there were any As on our report card. See why I think the position group that had the lowest grade, was set up to…
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Mushy Middle with a Different Mike
What was supposed to be an episode looking at the Steelers HC options that were seemingly lining up in their favor, turned into a head-scratching rant on the Mike McCarthy hire. Instead of going young and innovative, the Steelers went old and predictable. Art Rooney is keeping the status of...
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Turning the Page After Tomlin
In a wild week of Steelers news, the Steelers will do something they haven't done in 19 years: find a new head coach. This comes after the team's 30-6 defeat on Monday night against the Texans, becoming the nail in the coffin for Tomlin to step down. This episode we'll break down the legacy of…
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The Drought Ends Here
On this episode of Steelers Central, it's time to preview the Steelers' Wild matchup vs. the Texans to cap off the first weekend of playoff football. This game will be a defensive, low-scoring slugfest where points will be a premium. The keys to deciding this game will be turnovers and the play…
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Wide Right
We're back with another episode of Steelers Central, talking about the rollercoaster of a win for the Pittsburgh Steelers to clinch the AFC North and give the Steelers their first division title since 2020. We'll break down how the game went from 23 combined points in the first three quarters to…
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Motor City Fireworks
From punching fans to a lateral TD and finally an OPI call that negated the TD, it was a wild outing in Detroit, resulting in the Steelers' 29-24 victory over the Lions. The Steelers and Mike Tomlin showed the world that they can beat a good team in December, and shut down the fifth-best run game...
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Motor City Upset
On this episode of Steelers Central, two banged-up squads clash in a battle for playoff positioning. The Lions will be looking for their first win against Pittsburgh since 1998, when Charlie Batch was the QB in a 19-16 Thanksgiving Day victory. This will be a battle of wills between two teams who...
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Home Monday Night Supremacy
The Steelers finally shook the monkey off their back. They won their first primetime game in over a year, ironically, since their last home MNF win in October of 2024 against the New York Giants, making it 23 straight wins at home on MNF in convincing fashion despite the 28-15 score. It took a...
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Steelers Break Their Primetime Cold Streak?
On this episode of Steelers Central, it's time to look at which playoff-pushing team will prevail, the team that is 1-11 without T.J. Watt or the QB that is 1-7 when playing in games under 46 degrees. In typical Steelers fashion, the team that controls the LOS, stops the run, and runs the ball…
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Classic Steelers-Ravens
When Mike Tomlin's back is against the wall, his team always comes out with a victory. I wish it was like that every week, but this victory should not absolve him from the hot seat. This team still has plenty of holes, and like still being ran all over by the Ravens, who had over 200 total…
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Your Average Steelers Loss
The Steelers yet again lost to an above-average QB, 31-28, as the team failed to put together a late-game drive to win despite apparent deficiencies on both sides of the ball. I was wrong in saying that Mason Rudolph should start this game in place of Aaron Rodgers due to his wrist injury.…
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Break the 30 Year Drought?
On this episode of Steelers Central, I break down what the Steelers will need to do to get their first victory at Solider Field in 30 years. That must include causing some TO's, churning the run game against a banged up Bears linebacking core, and getting pressure on Caleb Williams. Next, it's…
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Who are the Pittsburgh Steelers?
On this episode of Steelers Central, the actuality of who the Steelers are remains to be seen as the defense dominated and outscored the Bengals' offense in a 34-12 victory. After the teams scored on their first two drives, they did not score again until the Steelers scored a field goal right...
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Shocked Back to Reality
On this episode of Steelers Central, the Steelers are who they thought they were. They are an average football week with popcorn issues popping up game after game. They will be 9-8/10-7 by season's end, being in the same mid spot they were last year. The defense played better, aside from a splash...
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Rodgers Revenge Game?
On this episode of Steelers Central, I'll explain why it is make-or-break time for this Steelers defense in an important SNF game. This is looking more and more like a statement game for this Steelers team. The Steelers must take away TE Tucker Kraft, run the air out of the football, and get off...
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UNLEASHING on Tomlin TNF Woes
On this episode of Steelers Central, we look through the disappointing defensive performance that Pittsburgh put up on Thursday night. This was a game that the Steelers should have won, but Tomlin's defense yet again failed to show up against an inferior opponent. I unleash on him, Terryl Austin,...
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Will the Steelers Get Over Their TNF Woes?
On this episode of Steelers Central, it's time to discuss whether the Steelers will get over their TNF woes or make a statement win over the Cincinnati Bengals. This realistically should be a game that the Steelers dominate and control from start to finish, but that has not been the case in…
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Where to get the latest on everything new and upcoming with the Black and Yellow. Biweekly up until trading camp starts, then weekly up until the season ends. Contact me @realdebater on Instagram Twitter and Tik Tok for any ideas and recommendations.
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