May 29, 2023 - Season 13, Episode 136 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Monday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the recent comments made by former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell during his 'Steel Here' appearance. Bell gave us quite a bit to chew on during that interview, so we go through all the main talking points. We also discuss the possibility of him retiring as a member of the Steelers down the road. The Steelers will reportedly look at another long snapper this coming week, so Alex and I discuss that news. We also talk about who has the best shot at being the Steelers returner in 2023 with wide receiver Calvin Austin III seemingly back healthy again. Former Steelers offensive line coach Mike Munchak wants to return to the NFL coaching circles in 2024 so Alex and I make sure to address that topic in this show. Might he land back in Pittsburgh? Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett had his vehicle stolen last week so we spend a few minutes discussing that news during this show as well. Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post.

<p>May 28, 2023 - For Episode 815, a submitted take from our very own Dr. Melanie Friedlander as she talks about Pittsburgh Steelers DT Cameron Heyward in 2023 and his window for winning a Super Bowl.</p> <p><br></p>

<p>May 27, 2023 -</p> <p><br></p> <p>On this Saturday version of The Terrible Take, Alexa DellaRocco looks ahead at what type of 2023 season that she expects Pittsburgh Steelers RB Jaylen Warren to have in his second year in the NFL. </p>

May 26, 2023 -<br /><br />On this Friday episode of The Terrible Take, Alex Kozora explains a concern that he has about Pittsburgh Steelers CB Patrick Peterson.

May 26, 2023 - <br /><br />Season 13, Episode 135 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Friday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the recent transactions made by the Pittsburgh Steelers that have occurred since the Wednesday show. The bulk of that discussion is about new outside linebacker Markus Golden. We discuss what his 2022 tape shows, how he should fit into the Steelers 2023 defensive plans and more. We also briefly discuss the new wide receiver signed by the Steelers on Thursday.<br /><br />The Steelers wrapped up their first week of OTAs on Thursday so Alex and I recap all the comings and goings related to that event. We discuss the perceived key things to come out of these first three OTA practices and more.<br /><br />Will the Steelers have an international game in either Mexico or Ireland in 2024? We discuss that topic for a little bit later in the show. We also discuss a recent draft-related video that the New York Jets released that relates somewhat to the Steelers and their first-round trade-up for tackle Broderick Jones.<br /><br />Much later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post.

May 25, 2023 -<br /><br /><br />On this Thursday version of The Terrible Take, Josh Carney discusses the differences in how it seems Pittsburgh Steelers T Dan Moore Jr. and G Kevin Dotson are handling competition for their jobs so far this offseason.

May 24, 2023 -<br /><br />On this Wednesday episode of The Terrible Take, Alex Kozora explains where the root of Ben Roethlisberger's selfish feelings toward Pittsburgh Steelers QB Kenny Pickett probably came from.

May 24, 2023 - <br /><br />Season 13, Episode 134 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Wednesday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the recent transactions made by the Pittsburgh Steelers that have occurred since the Monday show. One of the players waived was running back Master Teague III so we discuss that topic and also look at the depth chart at that position.<br /><br />The Steelers will reportedly have free agent outside linebacker Markus Golden in for a visit on Wednesday so you can bet Alex and I address that news. We also discuss other areas on the roster that could use filling with the team currently sitting at 87 active players.<br /><br />The Steelers 2023 OTAs got underway on Tuesday so Alex and I address that topic by first going over several things that stood out to us on Tuesday. We also discuss several comments made on Tuesday by several Steelers players. We spend a lot of time focusing on things quarterback Kenny Pickett said. We also discuss what the tackle rotation might look like this summer when it comes to Dan Moore Jr. and rookie Broderick Jones.<br /><br />Will tight end Pat Freiermuth be used differently this season? We discuss that topic and also talk more about the Steelers lack of YAC in 2022 and how that really needs to improve in 2023 when it comes to the offense.<br /><br />Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post.

May 23, 2023 -<br /><br />On this Tuesday version of The Terrible Take, Josh Carney discusses the Pittsburgh Steelers RB depth chart behind Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren being a concern and how there's still intriguing options still on the market.

May 22, 2023 -<br /><br />On this Monday episode of The Terrible Take, Alex Kozora gives a well-deserved shout-out to former Pittsburgh Steelers' seventh-round draft pick Nick Williams for a long and continuing career.

May 22, 2023 - <br /><br />Season 13, Episode 133 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Monday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the recent interview of Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett on the Footbahlin with Ben Roethlisberger podcast that dropped on Sunday night.<br /><br />We obviously spend a lot of time talking about the comments made by former Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger on his initial feelings that he hoped Pickett wouldn’t succeed right after the team drafted him.<br /><br />Alex and I dive deeper into other great talking points to come out of the Pickett interview on the Roethlisberger podcast and there are a lot of those to run through.The new contract details for two other Steelers quarterbacks, Mitch Trubisky and Mason Rudolph, are now out so Alex and I make sure to go over those financials. We also speculate some about the negotiation process with both of those quarterbacks.<br /><br />Will it be hard for the Steelers to get outside linebacker Alex Highsmith signed to a contract extension this summer? Alex and I debate that topic a little. Alex and I also look ahead to the start of the Steelers 2023 OTA sessions this week and go over key things we'll be looking for.<br /><br />Alex recently compiled an offseason report for Steelers general manager Omar Khan that we go over later in this podcast. We also make sure to go over the Steelers current salary cap situation later in this show.<br /><br />Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post.

May 21, 2023 -<br /><br /><br />For Episode 808, a submitted take from our very own Dr. Melanie Friedlander as she speaks out against the potential rules change regarding fair catches on punt returns that the NFL owners will be voting on this week.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />

May 20, 2023 -<br /><br />On this Saturday version of The Terrible Take, Alexa DellaRocco checks in on former Pittsburgh Steelers WR James Washington and his attempt to make the 53-man roster of the New Orleans Saints this summer.

May 19, 2023 -<br /><br />On this Friday episode of The Terrible Take, Alex Kozora explains why the decision for Pittsburgh Steelers QB Mitch Trubisky to take a contract extension now is the right move.

May 19, 2023 - <br /><br />Season 13, Episode 132 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Friday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the Pittsburgh Steelers signing backup quarterback Mitch Trubisky. We go over the early reported contract numbers that were released and review the team's decision to extend their veteran backup quarterback.<br /><br />We go over a few smaller details concerning the media appearances that Steelers general manager Omar Khan and head coach Mike Tomlin both had on Thursday. We also cover the news related to the recent new scouting department hires that the Steelers have reportedly made this last week.<br /><br />On the heels of a full target 2023 XFL contextualization that I did on new Steelers wide receiver Hakeem Butler, Alex and I discuss the findings and give our updated thoughts on the new addition to the position group. We go over the positives and negatives from his XFL tape and what he'll need to show this summer in order to make the 53-man roster.<br /><br />In the middle of this show, Alex and I have a second post-draft roundtable with contributors from the site. This roundtable discussion includes Josh Carney, Jonathan Heitritter and Tyler Wise and during it, we discuss the Steelers 2023 draft class, some undrafted free agents, the state of the team heading into the summer and much more. Several players, both new and old, are discussed during this segment.<br /><br />Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post.<br />

May 18, 2023 -<br /><br />On this Thursday version of The Terrible Take, Josh Carney discusses how it's probably time that the Pittsburgh Steelers get caught up with the times when it comes to jersey numbers.

May 17, 2023 -<br /><br />On this Wednesday episode of The Terrible Take, Alex Kozora takes time to salute departing Pittsburgh Steelers' scout Mark Gorscak for his great career.

May 17, 2023 - <br /><br />Season 13, Episode 131 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Wednesday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about some recent transactions made by the Pittsburgh Steelers that have been made official by the team. Those include the claiming of defensive lineman Manny Jones off waivers and defensive lineman Renell Wren being placed on the Reserve/Injured list.<br /><br />The Steelers are reportedly expected to sign a few players to their offseason roster ahead of the team's first OTA practice next week and that list should include quarterback Mason Rudolph and wide receiver Hakeem Butler, just to name a few. We talk about the surprise potential return of Rudolph and what that might mean when it comes to the quarterback room. We also discuss if the return of Rudolph means anything when it comes to quarterback Mitch Trubisky.<br /><br />As for Butler's expected addition, we talk about his career to date and his roster chances. We also discuss the other XFL player, cornerback Luq Barcoo, the Steelers are expected to officially sign in the coming days.<br /><br />Free agent inside linebacker Kwon Alexander reportedly visited Pittsburgh this past week so Alex and I discuss his situation and the kind of player that he is at this point of his NFL career.<br /><br />Late in this show, the news breaks that the Steelers will be releasing veteran cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon, so we discuss that expected transaction fully.<br /><br />Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post.

May 16, 2023 -<br /><br /><br />On this Tuesday version of The Terrible Take, Josh Carney discusses the reported likely return of QB Mason Rudolph to the Pittsburgh Steelers and how it should be viewed in a positive light.<br />

May 15, 2023 -<br /><br />Welcome back to the archive of our Monday live stream over on Youtube. If you missed it, Dave and I stream each week from 7-8 PM/ET. We hope you can make the next one and if you missed today’s, you can check it out below. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

May 15, 2023 -<br /><br />On this Monday episode of The Terrible Take, Alex Kozora explains what the real "Brock Purdy" effect is on the NFL now and why teams are loading up on quarterbacks.

May 15, 2023 - <br /><br />Season 13, Episode 130 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Monday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell wanting to get in the boxing with a former NFL player. We obviously have an idea of who that player is, and we discuss if we would pay to see such a fight.<br /><br />The Steelers 2023 rookie minicamp took place over the weekend, so Alex and I give a quick update on that event based on what little information surfaced from it. We also talk about a rookie undrafted free agent running back the team signed coming out of that camp.<br /><br />The Steelers signed four members of the team's 2023 draft class over the weekend, so we discuss that news. We also talk about how more moves are on the horizon.<br /><br />Rookie offensive lineman Spencer Anderson has position flexibility that might come in handy, so we discuss him for a little bit. We also talk about roster chances of running back Master Teague III, who was one of just five first-year players that took part in the Steelers rookie minicamp over the weekend.<br /><br />Alex recently wrote about the Steelers potentially using a big empty offensive scheme some in 2023 so we recap his thoughts on that topic later in this show as well.<br /><br />Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post.

May 14, 2023 -<br /><br />For Episode 801, a submitted take from our very own Dr. Melanie Friedlander as she talks about why she has mixed feelings on the Pittsburgh Steelers having two Thursday Night Football games in 2023 and why the players probably do as well.

May 13, 2023 -<br /><br />On this Saturday version of The Terrible Take, Alexa DellaRocco gives us her way-too-early prediction for the Pittsburgh Steelers' Week 1 home game against the San Francisco 49ers on the heels of the schedule release.<br /><br />

May 12, 2023 -<br /><br />On this Friday episode of The Terrible Take, Alex Kozora offers up a quick reaction to the Pittsburgh Steelers' 2023 schedule following its official release on Thursday night.