Locked On Steelers – Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Steelers

Christopher Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, hosts the Locked on Steelers podcast, and is joined by Jake Liscow of Locked on Bengals for Crossover Thursday.
The Cincinnati Bengals and Pittsburgh Steelers set the stage for an AFC North showdown with playoff implications. Both teams, sitting at 6-2, reignite their fierce rivalry as they battle not only for divisional dominance, but also to silence critics questioning the legitimacy of their hot starts. Can Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase outgun a resurgent Steelers defense led by Cam Heyward and Jamel Dean, or will Jaylen Warren’s explosive run game and Darnell Washington’s physicality give Pittsburgh the edge?
The conversation focused on key matchups—Amarius Mims vs. T.J. Watt, Dexter Lawrence vs. Zach Frazier—and how each team’s strengths could shift the game’s momentum. One concept discussed was the Bengals' feast-or-famine run defense against creative Steelers ground schemes like crack toss. A key theme that emerged was the battle for red zone efficiency, with both teams boasting top-tier units on offense and defense. Will the Bengals' explosive passing attack break through, or will Mike Tomlin’s bully ball control the clock?
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FIRST PLACE. PRIME TIME. NO HIDING.
The Steelers head to Cincinnati for a Sunday Night Football showdown with the Bengals, and the AFC North spotlight is on Aaron Rodgers, Joe Burrow and which team can impose its will.
Host Tyler Feldman, former Steelers offensive lineman Wayne “Big G” Gandy and Ben “Bebo” Bobick break down Pittsburgh’s path to a statement road win. Can Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle control the game? Will T.J. Watt and Cam Heyward disrupt Burrow, or will Cincinnati’s passing attack put Pittsburgh’s secondary under the microscope?
ON THIS STEELERS SQUAD SHOW:
🏈 Steelers offense: Establish the run, unleash Rodgers and finish drives.
🔥 Steelers defense: Can T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and Cam Heyward disrupt Burrow without leaving the secondary vulnerable?
👀 WHO GETS EXPOSED? Four matchups. Two sides. Somebody has to answer.
✅ YAY OR NAY: Bold takes, player predictions and our final score picks.
💬 Who gets exposed Sunday night, and who leaves Cincinnati with the win? Drop your prediction in the comments!
Subscribe to Locked On Steelers and join us for the postgame Squad Show after the final whistle.
Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
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Christopher Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, hosts the Locked on Steelers podcast, and is joined by Nick Farabaugh of PennLive.com.
The Pittsburgh Steelers stay quiet at the NFL trade deadline—does this reflect confidence in their current roster, or uncertainty about their Super Bowl trajectory? Christopher Carter and Nick Farabaugh debate the team’s “half in, half out” approach, weighing the value of preserving key draft assets versus chasing short-term gains. The conversation focuses on Pittsburgh’s ongoing quest for a franchise quarterback, why players like Josh Downs weren’t acquired, and fan frustration over the playoff drought.
The discussion explores the Steelers’ persistent wide receiver woes, breaking down past misfires with George Pickens, Diontae Johnson, and JuJu Smith-Schuster, and examining what traits—like toughness and versatility—are crucial for future draft targets. Key themes include Pittsburgh’s strategic asset management, the evolving demands at receiver in the NFL, and how the bend-but-don’t-break defense can contain explosive teams like the Cincinnati Bengals. Can the Steelers’ calculated patience yield long-term success?
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Christopher Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, hosts the Locked on Steelers podcast, and is joined by Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com.
Pittsburgh Steelers hold firm at the trade deadline, betting on their emerging young core and dominant trench play to shape a brighter future. Can Kenny Pickett, Jaylen Warren, and Cam Heyward pave the way for a true Super Bowl run, or will lingering holes at wide receiver and secondary derail the momentum?
Hosts break down midseason “Stars and Skulls” grades, spotlighting Jaylen Warren’s Offensive MVP performance and the elite defensive line led by Cam Heyward and Keeanu Benton. The conversation explores whether the Steelers should chase short-term playoff wins or invest in sustainable roster-building, echoing the strategic vision of the Kevin Colbert era. With mid-level grades for the receiving corps and questions around quarterback production, Pittsburgh’s upcoming clash with the Cincinnati Bengals serves as a crucial measuring stick. Don’t miss this incisive look at the Steelers’ rebuild, trade deadline strategy, and the path to NFL contention.
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Christopher Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, hosts the Locked on Steelers podcast, and is joined by Destiny Sanchez of Pittsburgh Sports Tonight.
The Pittsburgh Steelers confront a pivotal trade deadline as questions swirl—do they need a blockbuster trade or just a spark from within? Christopher Carter and Destiny Sanchez break down the Steelers' biggest offensive hurdles, spotlighting Jaylen Warren’s explosive rushing, Aaron Rodgers’ passing options, and Darnell Washington’s growth as a red zone threat. Is a cost-effective receiver the missing piece, or can existing talent rise to the challenge as AFC rivals close in?
The conversation focuses on the Steelers’ secondary performance without Joey Porter Jr., Jamel Dean’s strong coverage stats, and Patrick Graham’s defensive adjustments. Key matchups loom, especially against Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and the surging Cincinnati Bengals. The discussion explores how the AFC North race tightens with the Bengals’ offensive firepower and Lamar Jackson’s injury impacting the Baltimore Ravens. Can the Steelers’ defense withstand high-caliber opponents and keep their playoff aspirations alive?
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