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Steelers Afternoon Drive

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Pittsburgh Steelers
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Aaron Rodgers
Baltimore Ravens
Mike Mccarthy
Mike Tomlin
Miami Dolphins
AFC North
NFL Playoffs
Cleveland Browns
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TJ Watt
Houston Texans
DK Metcalf
Detroit Lions
Will Howard
Buffalo Bills
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Zachary Smith of Around the 412 and Alan Saunders of Steelers Now bring you their takes on the latest Pittsburgh Steelers news, reports and rumors every weekday afternoon.

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Latest Episodes

Welcome to Steelers Morning Rush, our new daily short-form podcast with Alan Saunders, giving a longer perspective on a single news topic surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers or the National Football League.

Today, Alan discusses the potential of the... more

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers.

On today's episode, Tom Kakert of Hawkeye Report on On3 joins the show to discuss Gennings Dunker & Kaden Wetjen. What are the Steelers getting in these two players both on and ... more

Welcome to Steelers Morning Rush, our new daily short-form podcast with Alan Saunders, giving a longer perspective on a single news topic surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers or the National Football League.

Today, it's Alan's article about Drew Alla... more

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers.

On today's episode, we discuss the team bringing Jaheim Bell back into the fold, the idea the Steelers changed their offseason schedule around in any way to go along with an Aar... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Kaye
Covers the Carolina Panthers
The Charlotte Observer
Episode: Any Chance a Top-Flight WR Falls to Steelers? | Steelers Morning Rush
Arif Hasan
Writer on Wide Left, NFL analyst
Wide Left
Episode: First Round's Messiest Pick to Project? | Steelers Morning Rush
Brian Foster
Guest from Bleachers to Speakers Podcast
Bleachers to Speakers Podcast
Episode: Offensive Linemen Falling Down the Board? | Steelers Morning Rush
James Yarcho
Host of Locked On Bucs podcast
Locked On Buccaneers
Episode: More Steelers 1st-Rd Trade Targets | Steelers Morning Rush
Giana Han
Ravens beat reporter for the Baltimore Banner
Baltimore Banner
Episode: Will Ravens Snipe Steelers Draft Target? | Steelers Morning Rush
Jake Ellenbogen
Jake Ellenbogen, Downtown Rams host and Rams beat writer
Downtown Rams / YouTube channel Jake Ellenbogen
Episode: Ideal Steelers Trade-Up Partner? | Steelers Morning Rush
Joe Hoyt
Staff writer/commentator with connections to NFL coverage
Dallas Morning News
Episode: NFL Draft Preview Sunday Special | Steelers Afternoon Drive
Armando Salguero
National Reporter for Outkick and former Miami Dolphins beat writer
Outkick, Fox News
Episode: NFL Draft Preview Sunday Special | Steelers Afternoon Drive
Brandon Herriott
Host of Runnin Through the Jungle, Cincinnati Bengals podcast
Runnin Through the Jungle / Fans for Sports Network
Episode: What are the Bengals Up To? | Steelers Morning Rush

Hosts

Zachary Smith
Co-host of the show with insider sports knowledge and on-air banter.
Alan Saunders
Co-host and football analyst with close ties to team coverage and reporting.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 149 ratings
  • The best show - Get in the Van

    Superb even handed analysis and opinions not rooted in click bait!! Amazing insider info and answer of how day to day operations work for the Steelers and the NFL. I listen every day!! Love Alan and Smitty!! GITV

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FTD-NH
    United States10 days ago
  • Audio Only Listener here

    and i listen everysingle day , like, everyday everyday. All the days. Absolutely incredible work done by everyone involved and guys like me who work night shift appreciate yall! HERE WE GO!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nocandy4ya
    United States2 months ago
  • Here we gooo

    I watch the shows on youtube but showing love here👌🏽👌🏽🫡🫡

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PitSteel817
    United States4 months ago
  • A+ Steelers content

    I’ve been listening from the beginning and appreciate all the work Alan and Smitty put into this. It’s still hard for me to watch a game live and identify defensive coverages and such, but I do feel as though I understand some of that stuff more now due to this podcast. I try not to miss an episode and rarely do.

    Also there needs to be some more Breiden Fehoko

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hernleyt
    United States6 months ago
  • Interruption record

    Theses a 99.9% chance that Alan interrupts Zach on 99.9% of conversations. This has to be a world record for 2 person dialogue.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mister Bridges
    United States6 months ago

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Many remark on the engaging banter and clear explanations, making complex moves approachable.
Fans appreciate the insider access and daily cadence of new content.
Listeners praise the balanced, knowledgeable analysis and clear breakdowns of salary cap and contracts.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#235
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#230
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#168
Italy/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#5
Singapore/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#128
Ireland/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#128
Brazil/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Any Chance a Top-Flight WR Falls to Steelers? | Steelers Morning Rush
Q: Today, the much-awaited podcast debut of Mike Kaye, who covers the Carolina Panthers, what's going on?
Mike Kaye is introduced to share his Panthers perspective, providing insights on how the Panthers' draft plans could intersect with the Steelers' needs.
Offensive Linemen Falling Down the Board? | Steelers Morning Rush
Q: What about the edge rushers?
The guests discuss Kedrick Falk and Keem Mesadour as potential fits, highlighting Mesadour's productivity and age, with the sense that Detroit has had meetings and that these players could be valued for versatility and immediate contribution, though there is recognition that a top edge might not be available at 17.
Rd. 1 Fallout, Day 2 Predictions Steelers Afternoon Drive
Q: Alan, where do you think the Steelers' need priorities lie for Day 2—receiver or guard—and why?
Alan argues that receiver remains urgent but guard is a strong competing need in round two, emphasizing that the guard pool narrows quickly after round two and the Steelers may have to address it sooner rather than later to balance the board.
Rd. 1 Fallout, Day 2 Predictions Steelers Afternoon Drive
Q: DB, what was your initial reaction to the Day 1 pick and the overall draft strategy?
DB expresses that the reaction was largely about the optics and process rather than the individual player, noting the misalignment with perceived team needs and the broader questions this creates about the Steelers' draft plans.
WR Tiers & Big Board | Steelers Afternoon Drive
Q: Patrick Link wants to know about Omar Cooper. Is he a fit for the Steelers offense given what they have at receiver right now?
Cooper is viewed as a versatile, NFL-ready receiver with good after-catch ability and the toughness to block and play multiple roles; he could fit the Steelers' system well, especially if used across the formation and developed with proper coaching.

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Deep-dive Pittsburgh football coverage with a focus on roster moves, cap strategy, and on-field analysis. Episodes blend practical roster evaluations, draft planning, and insider-style insights from reporters with access to the team, plus lively banter and fans' perspectives. Notable strengths include data-driven takes, clear explanations of complex cap and contract topics, and a willingness to explore speculative moves (free agency, trades, and draft impact) while maintaining grounded, football-knowledgeable commentary.

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Recent guests on Steelers Afternoon Drive include:

1. Mike Kaye
2. Arif Hasan
3. Brian Foster
4. James Yarcho
5. Giana Han
6. Jake Ellenbogen
7. Joe Hoyt
8. Armando Salguero

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