Episodes
"Bleav in Steelers" hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin recapped the Pittsburgh Steelers' 2024 draft class. Taylor was at the Steelers' facility as part of his scouting responsibilities with the team. The guys discussed the picks of Washington's Troy Fautanu, West Virginia's Zach Frazier, Michigan's Roman Wilson and NC State's Payton Wilson. Taylor and Bergin also talked about the Steelers declining running back Najee Harris' fifth-year option for the 2025 season.
Published 05/03/24
Published 05/03/24
The Steel Curtain Network's Jeff Hartman shared his thoughts on the Pittsburgh Steelers' 2024 NFL Draft class. Hartman explained why he loved the third-round selection of Michigan wide receiver Roman Wilson. Hartman and "Bleav in Steelers" co-host Mark Bergin shared how they think the Steelers will likely make a trade for a wide receiver. Hartman also shared what he thinks NC State linebacker Payton Wilson's role will be with the team in the 2024 season. The guys discussed how the Steelers...
Published 04/30/24
"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin shares his thoughts on the Pittsburgh Steelers' picks in the 2024 NFL Draft. Draft picks Round 1, Pick 20: Troy Fautanu, OL, Washington Round 2, Pick 51: Zach Frazier, C, West Virginia Round 3, Pick 84: Roman Wilson, WR, Michigan Round 3, Pick 98: Payton Wilson, LB, NC State Round 4, Pick 119: Mason McCormick, OL, South Dakota State Round 6, Pick 178: Logan Lee, DL, Iowa Round 6, Pick 195: Ryan Watts, CB, Texas
Published 04/29/24
"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin reacts to the Pittsburgh Steelers' selection of Washington offensive lineman Troy Fautanu with the 20th overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft. Bergin explains what it means for Broderick Jones, Dan Moore Jr. and the Steelers' offense in the 2024 season.
Published 04/26/24
"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin reveals his mock draft for the Pittsburgh Steelers. It includes one mock draft involving no trades and another involving trades. Next, Bergin reveals his top five players for the following positions in the 2024 NFL Draft: Quarterback, wide receiver, cornerback and safety.
Published 04/24/24
"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin explains why he believes the Pittsburgh Steelers will select Duke's Graham Barton with the 20th overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft. Bergin also shares the takeaways from Monday's news conference with Omar Khan and Mike Tomlin. It includes how they'll decide on the fifth-year options for Najee Harris and Justin Fields next week. Also, it includes how the NFL has developed more wide receivers and cornerbacks due to the emergence of 7-on-7s. Bergin provides...
Published 04/23/24
"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin provides his top five defensive tackles and edge rushers in the 2024 NFL Draft. Bergin thinks the Steelers could select a defensive tackle on day two or three of the draft. It's because Cameron Heyward is going to be 35 years old and is entering the final year of his contract. Top 5 DTs: 1. Byron Murphy, Texas 2. Jer'Zhan Newton, Illinois 3. Darius Robinson, Missouri 4. Braden Fiske, Florida State 5. Kris Jenkins, Michigan Honorable mention: T’Vondre...
Published 04/22/24
"Bleav in Steelers" hosts Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discussed the Pittsburgh Steelers' preparations before the 2024 NFL Draft. Taylor talked about his scouting responsibilities with the Steelers. He also shared what it's like working with Omar Khan, Andy Weidl and Dan Rooney Jr. Taylor also praised scouts Mark Sadowski, Kelvin Fisher and Dan Colbert Jr. Bergin gives his top 5 offensive tackles in the 2024 NFL Draft: Joe Alt, Notre Dame Olu Fashanu, Penn State Amarius Mims, Georgia Troy...
Published 04/19/24
"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 Bears should do with the ninth overall pick too.
Published 04/11/24
"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 Sainristil Last, the guys discuss rule changes that allow for: A third challenge if a...
Published 04/01/24
"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.
Published 03/27/24
"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 Darnold. Last, Christopoulos shares his feelings about Caleb Williams being the...
Published 03/22/24
"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin shares his thoughts about the Pittsburgh Steelers trading for Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields.
Published 03/16/24
"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 the 2024 NFL Draft.
Published 03/16/24
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 the role head coach Mike Tomlin has played in the Steelers...
Published 03/13/24
"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.
Published 03/11/24
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 coordinator Arthur Smith will play in the development of the quarterback...
Published 03/07/24
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. The guys shared their favorite memories broadcasting Steelers...
Published 03/04/24
"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 Georgia's Ladd McConkey. Bergin describes the QBs who stuck out...
Published 03/03/24
"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.
Published 02/23/24
"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 Atlanta Falcons, Denver Broncos, Minnesota Vikings or the New England...
Published 02/21/24
"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 season. The guys also discuss the Steelers releasing offensive...
Published 02/14/24
"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 includes trying to re-sign Mason Rudolph. The Steelers could also try to...
Published 02/13/24
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 important play of Super Bowl 58. Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid and...
Published 02/12/24