Bleav in Steelers

Bleav in Steelers

Former Steelers defensive back Ike Taylor spent 12 seasons in Pittsburgh while winning two Super Bowls with the franchise. Taylor was the epitome of consistency with the Steelers, playing in all 16 games for six of his seasons. Now Taylor is a highly reputable media analyst, joined by reporter Mark Bergin. Tune in as Bergin and Taylor highlight everything you need to know about Kenny Pickett, Najee Harris, T.J. Watt, and the whole Steelers squad.

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April 11, 2024 47 mins

"Sports Talk Chicago" host Joey Christopoulos had "Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin on to discuss Justin Fields' expectations in the 2024 season for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The guys discuss Fields' role this season in which he'll likely start as the backup to Russell Wilson.

Christopoulos and Bergin also talk about Caleb Williams as the likely No. 1 pick for the Chicago Bears. They share what they think the ...

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"Bleav in Steelers" hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers having Washington quarterback Michael Penix for a pre-draft visit.

The guys discuss how Penix would fit into the Steelers' quarterback room, and what he brings to an NFL team.

Taylor discusses his Pro Day visits to see:

  • Alabama: Terrion Arnold and Kool-Aid McKinstry
  • LSU: Andre Sam
  • Miami: Kamren Kinchens
  • Michigan: Mike Sainris...
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"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin shares his thoughts on the Pittsburgh Steelers signing Cordarrelle Patterson to a two-year deal worth up to $6 million.

Patterson reunites with Arthur Smith.

Smith coached Patterson from 2021-2023 on the Atlanta Falcons.

The signing comes as the NFL announced major changes to its kickoff rules.

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"Bleav in Bears" host Joey Christopoulos joins the "Bleav in Steelers" show to discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers trade for Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields

The guys talk about the possible thought processes of general managers Ryan Poles and Omar Khan to trade Fields.

They also discuss Fields' value relative to the other quarterbacks in the free agency class, including Kirk Cousins, Gardner Minshew and Sam ...

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"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin shares his thoughts about the Pittsburgh Steelers trading for Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields.

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"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin shares his thoughts on the Pittsburgh Steelers trading quarterback Kenny Pickett to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Bergin outlines why he thinks the Steelers have a few possibilities considering Russell Wilson is the only quarterback under contract.

The Steelers could trade for Justin Fields or sign free-agent quarterback Ryan Tannehill.

Also, the Steelers will likely select a quarterback in...

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The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Brian Batko joins the "Bleav in Steelers" show as a guest.

First, Batko discussed his first interaction with former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Ike Taylor, when Taylor broke his forearm as a player.

Batko also shared his thoughts about the Steelers' signing of Russell Wilson to a one-year deal. He outlines the pros and cons of Wilson at this stage of his career.

The guys also talked about ...

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"Bleav in Steelers" co-host Mark Bergin reacts to the news of Russell Wilson planning to sign a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Wilson will sign a team-friendly, one-year deal in which the Broncos will wind up paying $38 million of his salary.

Bergin explains what the news means for Kenny Pickett and Mason Rudolph's future.

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Steelers Depot's Alex Kozora joins the "Bleav in Steelers" show with host Mark Bergin to discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers' plan for the quarterback position in 2024.

Kozora believes Kenny Pickett will compete for the team's starting quarterback position with another veteran like Mason Rudolph or Ryan Tannehill. Pickett will likely get the first opportunity to start in 2024.

The guys discuss the role new offensive coordinat...

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Pittsburgh Steelers announcers Bill Hillgrove and Craig Wolfley joined the "Bleav in Steelers" show as guests. Hillgrove is retiring after 30 years as the voice of the Steelers.

The guys discuss how Hillgrove announced his retirement in an interview with his grandson.

Wolfley, who serves as the Steelers color analyst and played for the team in the 1980s, shared what it's like to share the booth with the elder Hillgrove.

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"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin shares his thoughts from day three of the 2024 NFL Combine.

Texas WR Xavier Worthy broke the record in the 40-yard dash, running it in 4.21 seconds.

Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze ran a 4.45-second 40-yard dash. He is expected to be a top 10 pick.

LSU receiver Brian Thomas Jr. ran the 40-yard dash in 4.33 seconds.

Other standouts included FSU's Keon Coleman, UNC's Tez Walker and ...

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"Bleav in Steelers" hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin share their thoughts about Steelers legend Terry Bradshaw saying the team should stick with Kenny Pickett as the team's starting quarterback.

The guys are also heading to the 2024 NFL Combine next week.

Plus, the Steelers have submitted a bid to host the 2026 or 2027 NFL Draft.

Last, they answer viewer questions during the "What Yinz Think" segment.

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"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin discusses which teams Baker Mayfield could sign with for the 2024 season.

The Pittsburgh Steelers remain a longshot considering how much money that Mayfield would want, how it would designate Kenny Pickett to a backup role and how the Steelers are $6 million over the salary cap as of Feb. 21.

The list includes re-signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He could also sign with the Atlant...

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"Bleav in Steelers" hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss which quarterbacks the Pittsburgh Steelers could target in free agency, trades and the 2024 NFL Draft after releasing Mitch Trubisky.

It includes Ryan Tannehill, Justin Fields and Kirk Cousins among others.

The Steelers could also re-sign Mason Rudolph.

As it stands on Feb. 14, 2024, Kenny Pickett is the only quarterback under contract with the team for the 2024...

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"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin reacts to the Pittsburgh Steelers releasing quarterback Mitch Trubisky, offensive tackle Chuks Okorafor and punter Pressley Harvin III.

As of Monday, Kenny Pickett is the only Steelers quarterback under contract for the 2024 season.

The releases save the Steelers about $13 million in salary cap space.

Bergin explains the Steelers' options for the quarterback position in 2024. It includ...

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Mark Bergin shares his thoughts from the Kansas City Chiefs' 25-22 win against the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl 58.

Bergin explains why the clock was irrelevant at the end of overtime and would have continued into a second overtime had the Chiefs still had possession. He asks whether the NFL should consider changing its playoff overtime rules again.

Bergin also explains why Leo Chenal's blocked extra point was the most importa...

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"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin is joined by "Bleav in Bears" host Joey Christopoulos to discuss the possibility of the Chicago Bears trading quarterback Justin Fields.

Because the Bears have the first overall pick and could take USC's Caleb Williams, the Pittsburgh Steelers are among the teams that could trade for Fields.

The guys share which team is the best fit for Fields in the 2024 season.

Also, the gu...

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Host Mark Bergin shares his thoughts on the Pittsburgh Steelers' hiring of Arthur Smith as their next offensive coordinator on an emergency edition of the "Bleav in Steelers" show.

Smith, 41, had three straight seasons with a 7-10 record as head coach of the Atlanta Falcons.

However, Bergin points to his track record of success as the Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator developing Derrick Henry, Ryan Tannehill and A.J....

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"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin discusses the Pittsburgh Steelers' search for a new offensive coordinator. It includes an interview with former Atlanta Falcons head coach and former Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Arthur Smith.

Bergin welcomes seven-year NFL veteran Ross Tucker to discuss the Steelers' most important offseason needs, which includes sorting out the quarterback position. Tucker outlines the poss...

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"Bleav in Steelers" hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss Zac Robinson interviewing for the Pittsburgh Steelers' vacant offensive coordinator position.

The guys discuss the type of characteristics the new offensive coordinator will need to have, which includes an emphasis on running the ball.

Other candidates that the Steelers could consider include Eric Bienemy, Klint Kubiak, Pep Hamilton, Alex Van Pelt and Darrell Be...

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