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Christopher Carter, of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, and an extra on WPXI-TV and Steeler Nation Radio digs deep on the Pittsburgh Steelers and the NFL, everyday and all year long. Everything you need to know about the Steelers Monday through Friday. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. #steelers #nfl

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Steelers Move Mason Rudolph Up Depth Chart? | W...
The Pittsburgh Steelers look like they're giving Mason Rudolph a chance to start in practices leading up to their matchup with the Carolina Panthers. Even Rudolph talked about how he's more of the 2A quarterback option for the Steelers in practice.
32 min
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Kenny Pickett Concussion Update | Who Starts at...
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin revealed Kenny Pickett's status in the concussion protocol before the team's matchup with the Carolina Panthers. He's not ruled out yet, but if he's not cleared to play, Tomlin wasn't clear if Mitch Trubisky or Mason Rudolph would start. Who gets the nod?
36 min
378
How Should Steelers Handle Kenny Pickett's 2nd ...
The Pittsburgh Steelers saw rookie quarterback Kenny Pickett suffer a hit that put him into the concussion protocol for the second time this season. Chris Carter and Wes Uhler talk about real concerns for Pickett and how the Steelers must protect him and help change his game moving forward so that Pickett doesn't continue to suffer concussion symptoms.
34 min
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Steelers' 16-14 Loss to Ravens Highlights Offen...
The Pittsburgh Steelers' 16-14 loss to the Baltimore Ravens highlights several problems. At the top of that list are the offensive and defensive lines, as the Ravens pushed the Steelers around all game.
30 min
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Kenny Pickett's Connection with Steelers OC Mat...
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett explained his connection with offensive coordinator Matt Canada this week and their understanding of one another. He also explained how Canada listens to what Pickett and the offense want to include in the offense, something Canada was accused of ignoring earlier this season.
30 min
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Najee Harris, Pittsburgh Steelers Offensive Lin...
The Pittsburgh Steelers have seen significant improvement in their rushing offense with Najee Harris and the offensive line. But how will that improvement hold up against the No. 2 rushing defense in the NFL of the Baltimore Ravens?
29 min
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Steelers QB Kenny Pickett's Night & Day Changes...
The Pittsburgh Steelers have seen their rookie quarterback Kenny Pickett playing better football of late to help them win 3 of the last 4 games. But what changes to his game that are night and day have balanced the offense and helped the Steelers become one of the best time of possession offenses in the NFL?
33 min
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How Steelers' QB Kenny Pickett Must Approach Ge...
The Pittsburgh Steelers got the best performance out of Kenny Pickett yet in their win over the Atlanta Falcons. But rookie phenom receiver George Pickens didn't get the ball enough and demanded for more passes in his disappointment.
33 min
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Steelers Forge Identity in 19-16 Win Over Falco...
The Pittsburgh Steelers won another close game, this time 19-16 over the Atlanta Falcons. But in doing so, they showed consistency in the type of team they need to be with their current roster.
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Steelers Praise Kenny Pickett's Football IQ Dur...
The Pittsburgh Steelers saw Kenny Pickett calling out adjustments and play calls that helped them beat the Indianapolis Colts, including on their game-winning touchdown.
27 min
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Can Steelers Get Breakout Game For Kenny Picket...
The Pittsburgh Steelers have seen improved offense since their bye week, but up against a struggling Atlanta Falcons defense, this could be the chance for a breakout game for Kenny Pickett and the offense.
30 min
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Why Steelers Offensive Line, Mason Cole and Pat...
The Pittsburgh Steelers' offensive line has played considerably better in the past month, and it's been part of the offensive improvement to score 20 points or more in three straight games. But who deserves the most credit with the turnaround?
39 min
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Steelers Earn Gritty 24-17 Win Over Colts | Ken...
The Pittsburgh Steelers needed a win in a desperate way, and came away victorious on Monday night football, 24-17 over the Indianapolis Colts. Kenny Pickett looked the most mature we've seen of him yet in his third straight game without an interception, and the Steelers' third straight game with 20 or more points.
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Why Steelers vs Colts Could Be Breaking Point f...
The Pittsburgh Steelers prepare to face the Indianapolis Colts on Monday night football. This is a game Mike Tomlin's team has to win, and in a way that fits the identity of how this roster was constructed. T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Minkah Fitzpatrick and the defense have to dominate a Colts offense that hasn't run the ball well with Jonathan Taylor, or thrown well with Matt Ryan.
29 min
390
Why Steelers QB Kenny Pickett's Success vs. Bli...
When charting Kenny Pickett's passes for the Pittsburgh Steelers, it's clear his best success comes when defenses decide to blitz him. But why is that?
31 min
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Top Matchups for Steelers vs Colts: Can T.J. Wa...
It's Crossover Thursday and time to talk Pittsburgh Steelers vs Indianapolis Colts. The Colts are missing Shaq Leonard on defense, but have still been one of the best units in the NFL.
31 min
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Can Steelers Fix Diontae Johnson's Targets Prob...
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson hasn't gotten a lot of targets lately and it's shown in the Steelers' passing attack. He still has zero touchdowns on the season and as the team's highest paid player on offense, he's been irrelevant. Mike Tomlin says opposing game plans have focused to take him away, but he does have an answer to fix that.
29 min
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Kenny Pickett Making Real Progress for Steelers...
The Pittsburgh Steelers saw Kenny Pickett have arguably his best game in the NFL against the Cincinnati Bengals, but it wasn't enough to get the win. Is he making real progress towards being Mike Tomlin's next franchise quarterback?
40 min
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Steelers' Defensive Plan Exploited By Bengals |...
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost to the Cincinnati Bengals 37-30 Sunday in a game where Kenny Pickett and Najee Harris carried the offense to its highest output, but the day was spoiled by missed opportunities on both sides of the ball. Mike Tomlin and Teryl Austin had their defensive game plan exploited by Joe Burrow who constantly attacked the Steelers' role players like Arthur Maulet, Robert Spillane and Levi Wallace with players like Tee Higgins and Samaje Perine.
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Steelers' Balanced Offensive Plan Helps Kenny P...
The Pittsburgh Steelers plan to use a balanced attack on offense to win their rematch with the Cincinnati Bengals in hope for a sweep. After Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren got the ground game going against the New Orleans Saints, is this the week for Kenny Pickett to put together a complete game with George Pickens and Diontae Johnson?
31 min
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Steelers' Minkah Fitzpatrick's Return Enough to...
The Pittsburgh Steelers might get Minkah Fitzpatrick back against the Cincinnati Bengals Sunday. He played a huge role in crushing the Bengals and Joe Burrow in week one, and now he might be the key to putting together the elite defense Mike Tomlin had planned to when he put them together in training camp.
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Mike Tomlin Shows Steelers Ready to Use 12 Pers...
The Pittsburgh Steelers increased their usage of tight ends Pat Freiermuth and Zach Gentry, especially as run blockers for Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren. Mike Tomlin discussed the usage of 12 personnel and how the Steelers' tight ends will help both the run game, and play action passes for Kenny Pickett to open up Matt Canada's offense.
36 min
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Steelers' Najee Harris/Jaylen Warren RB Duo Key...
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a dynamic duo at edge rusher with T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith, but could one be brewing between Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren?
36 min
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Did Najee Harris, Kenny Pickett, Steelers Defen...
The Pittsburgh Steelers found a way to win over the New Orleans Saints in a 20-10 victory, but were there lessons they picked up that could help them grow? Najee Harris had a big day with 99 yards on the ground and that led the offense to enough points to hold on, while Kenny Pickett struggled, but didn't throw an interception.
30 min
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Will Steelers Finally Get "Breakout" Game for N...
The Pittsburgh Steelers come out of the bye week looking for their offense to improve against the New Orleans Saints. Matt Canada says he sees a breakout game for Najee Harris coming, but will it be Harris or Kenny Pickett that gets things started for the Steelers' offense--if it ever happens this season?
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