Steelers Podcast - The Terrible Podcast

June 21, 2023 - For Episode 839 on this Wednesday, Alex Kozora offers up a solution to the Hard Knocks problem that the NFL seems to currently have. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 20, 2023 - For Episode 831 on this Tuesday, Josh Carney discusses how the Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker depth chart still remains a clear weakness despite being addressed quite frequently this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 19, 2023 - For Episode 837 on this Monday, Alex Kozora details the areas where Pittsburgh Steelers QB Kenny Pickett must improve the most in 2023, his second NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 19, 2023 - Season 13, Episode 145 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Monday morning show, Alex Kozora and I start things off by talking about the Friday transaction made by the Pittsburgh Steelers that included safety Scott Nelson being waived. We discuss how quickly that open roster spot will be filled and by what position. Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt was on the latest edition of the 'Footbahlin with Ben Roethlisberger' podcast so we make sure to cover all the interesting things that he had to say during that long interview. Steelers defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi spoke this past week, so we go over some recent comments that he made about rookie defensive tackle Keeanu Benton. We discuss what kind of playing time we think Benton might be in store for during his rookie season and what type of production he might have. Alex recently reviewed the rookie season of Steelers defensive lineman DeMarvin Leal and ahead of his video dropping on Tuesday, we discuss what the tape showed him when it came to his pass rushing ability. As usual, we mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 18, 2023 - For Episode 836 on this Sunday, Dr. Melanie Friedlander makes her way-too-early prediction regarding the summer position battle at left tackle for the 2023 Pittsburgh Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 17, 2023 - For Episode 835 on this Saturday, Alexa DellaRocco explains why she believes Pittsburgh Steelers QB Kenny Pickett can have a 2023 season similar to the one that former NFL QB Alex Smith had in 2017. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 16, 2023 - For Episode 834 on this Friday, Alex Kozora explains why what Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Matt Canada said this week isn't nearly as interesting as it might seem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 16, 2023 - Season 13, Episode 144 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Monday morning show, Alex Kozora and I start things off by wrapping up the Pittsburgh Steelers 2023 mandatory minicamp. We discuss some things that Steelers offensive coordinator Matt Canada said on Wednesday in addition to going over some other notable comments from a few other offensive coaches and players that happened this past week. In the middle of this episode, Alex and I are once again joined by former Steelers scout Mark Gorscak, who is now a contributor for the site. In this second appearance of Gorscak, Alex and I jump all over the place with him. We go over a few topics that Mark wanted to cover on Friday in addition to talking about a few of the Steelers most recent draft picks over the course of the last two years. We pick his brain on several interesting topics in this show and even briefly discuss the Steelers first two regular season games. After our time with Gorscak is up, Alex and I discuss the Steelers still needing to sign their top three selections in the 2023 NFL Draft and what the likely hold ups are for each player. We close this show out by quickly recapping the news related to two former Steelers wide receivers, Chase Claypool and Antonio Brown. As usual, we mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 15, 2023 - For Episode 833 on this Thursday, Josh Carney addresses the Wednesday comments made by Pittsburgh Steelers offensive line coach Pat Meyer concerning the backup center position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 14, 2023 - For Episode 832 on this Wednesday, Alex Kozora pushes back on the Tuesday comments made by Pittsburgh Steelers defensive coordinator Teryl Austin concerning second-year ILB Mark Robinson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 14, 2023 - Season 13, Episode 143 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Wednesday morning show, Alex Kozora and start things off by paying our respects to the great Stan Savran, who sadly passed away on Monday at the age of 76. The Pittsburgh Steelers are looking at a few free agent inside linebackers with their 2023 mandatory minicamp now underway so Alex and I discuss the two players getting looks and the potential of one of them being signed in the next few days. With mandatory minicamp now underway, we are getting the opportunity to hear from some Steelers coaches. On Tuesday, members of the Steelers defensive coaching staff met the media so Alex and I attempt to recap all the notable things to come out of those interviews. Alex and I talk quite a bit about the future of inside linebacker Mark Robinson in this show on the heels of some comments made by Steelers coaches on Tuesday. We also spend time discussing veteran defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi and rookie defensive tackle Keeanu Benton based on Tuesday comments. Steelers running back Najee Harris doesn’t sound happy about the market value and future of it based on comments he made on Tuesday, so Alex and I spend time discussing that topic. Will Steelers outside linebacker Alex Highsmith get a new deal before training camp arrives? Alex and I discuss that topic and also talk about how Highsmith has handled his situation this offseason. Finally, with Alex releasing his long 2022 breakdown video of Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett on Wednesday, we talk about some of his findings after watching every snap from his rookie season. Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 13, 2023 - For Episode 831 on this Tuesday, Josh Carney remembers the Godfather of Pittsburgh Sports, Stan Savran, who sadly passed away on Monday at the age of 76. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 12, 2023 - Welcome back to the archive of our Monday live stream over on Youtube. If you missed it, Dave and I stream each week from 7-8 PM/ET. We hope you can make the next one and if you missed today’s, you can check it out below. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 12, 2023 - For Episode 830 on this Monday, Alex Kozora explains the excitement over having former Pittsburgh Steelers' scout Mark Gorscak now serving as a guest writer for Steelers Depot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 12, 2023 - Season 13, Episode 142 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Monday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about former Pittsburgh Steelers scout Mark Gorscak joining the site's staff as a contributor. We discuss his first post that went up Monday morning on the site and more. Steelers legendary safety Troy Polamalu was a guest on the latest episode of the 'All Things Covered' podcast, so we quickly highlight some things that the Hall of Famer had to say during that interview with Bryant McFadden and Patrick Peterson. We talk about the Monday morning news from the Houston Texans related to retired defensive end J.J. Watt and him being inducted into the team's Ring of Honor in 2023 in Week 4. After I spent the weekend digging into some history related to the Steelers when it comes to them trading for players in the salary cap era, Alex and I discuss the findings. We also discuss a few things related to the Steelers trading for running back Jerome Bettis as well as the team trading for tight end Tracy Greene years ago and why that happened. Alex and I also discuss the history related to the Steelers trading for players in the salary cap era as it relates to them possibly trading for Washington Commanders edge rusher Chase Young this summer. Continuing the discussion Alex and I had last week on Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III; we go deeper into his college explosive play stats at Memphis. We also talk about how we think Austin should be used in the Steelers offense in 2023. Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 11, 2023 - For Episode 829 on this Sunday, a take from Dr. Melanie Friedlander that includes her looking at the upcoming battles at training camp for the Pittsburgh Steelers 2023 wide receiver group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 10, 2023 - For Episode 828, Alex Kozora discusses an exciting and forthcoming 2023 training camp battle on the Pittsburgh Steelers' depth chart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 9, 2023 - For Episode 828 on this Friday, Alex Kozora discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers' battle for the third running back spot on the 2023 roster with OTAs now over with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 9, 2023 - Season 13, Episode 141 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Friday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the plausibility of the Pittsburgh Steelers landing edge rusher Chase Young or running back Dalvin Cook this offseason after we first discuss the recent alien signings in Las Vegas. We turn our attention to Steelers running back Najee Harris and what a successful 2023 season would look like for him. We also discuss Steelers second-year tight end/fullback Connor Heyward and what the expectations should be for him in 2023. With the Steelers OTAs now wrapped up for 2023, Alex and I go over some key takeaways from the last three weeks of practices. We also discuss the few younger running backs vying for the third spot on the depth chart this summer. The Steelers have now announced the dates of their 2023 training camp, so Alex and I make sure to pass those along. Alex recently wrote a post about Steelers center Kendrick Green, so we discuss his thoughts on the former third round draft pick in the middle of this show. Later in the show, we discuss Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III and his potential to add some explosive plays on offense in 2023. What should the statistical outlook be for Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett in 2023? We attempt to answer that question late in this show as well. Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 8, 2023 - On this Thursday episode, Josh Carney discusses how it's paramount that the 2023 Pittsburgh Steelers get off to a fast start in September if they are truly aiming to contend to make the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 7, 2023 - For Episode 825 on this Wednesday, Alex Kozora examines how the NFL will reckon with the rise of gambling that's getting players into serious trouble. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 7, 2023 - Season 13, Episode 140 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Wednesday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the latest roster moves made by the Pittsburgh steelers since our last episode. We discuss the two new players and what the tape shows on both of them. Quite a few players talked on Tuesday, so Alex and I review what all defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi, rookie tight end Darnell Washington, running back Anthony McFarland Jr., and rookie defensive tackle Keeanu Benton had to say. We also discuss the steelers depth on the defensive line as part of this segment. Does McFarland have an outside chance of making the 53-man roster this summer? We discuss that. Colin Cowherd of Fox Sports had a few interesting things to say on Tuesday about the Steelers and the way the organization does business, so Alex and I discuss that topic for quite a bit. We discuss organizational philosophy, cash spending on both sides of the football and if the team’s current model is conducive to winning a Super Bowl in the next two seasons. Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 6, 2023 - On this Tuesday episode, Josh Carney discusses the 2023 stat projections for Pittsburgh Steelers RB Najee Harris from ESPN's Mike Clay and how they feel a bit ridiculous overall and why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 5, 2023 - For Episode 823 on this Monday, Alex Kozora discusses the importance of area scouts and the contributions they make to the NFL Draft annually. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 5, 2023 - Season 13, Episode 139 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Monday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get ready for the final week of OTA practices for the Pittsburgh Steelers by reviewing the latest news concerning the team. Specifically, we discuss the Steelers reportedly bringing in a few more players for tryouts this week with the roster still sitting at 89 active players. NFL analyst Greg Cosell had some interesting things to say about the Steelers during his most recent appearance on The Ross Tucker Podcast, so we review those talking points with the main one being about rookie tackle Broderick Jones potentially starting in 2023 and when. The Steelers still seem to have uncertainty at the backup center spot as OTAs start to wind down, so Alex and I jump on that topic and discuss a possible addition that is currently on the roster of the Houston Texans. We discuss center depth around the NFL as a whole as well. Alex released his rankings for the Steelers current coaching staff, so we discuss that recent post in the middle of this show. We also discuss recent comments from Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph concerning the team’s offense expanding scheme-wise in 2023. Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 4, 2023 - For Episode 822, a take from Dr. Melanie Friedlander talking about why CB Patrick Peterson is one of her favorite free agent signings this offseason for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 3, 2023 - For Episode 821, Alexa DellaRocco looks ahead at the prospects of new Pittsburgh Steelers WR Hakeem Butler making the 53-man roster this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 2, 2023 - On this Friday episode of The Terrible Take, Alex Kozora shares his excitement over the Pittsburgh Steelers' young cornerbacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 13, Episode 138 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Friday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the latest to come out on the Pittsburgh Steelers when it comes to the team’s OTA practices these last few days. We talk quite a bit about the rookie cornerbacks, Joey Porter Jr. and Cory Trice Jr., in addition to discussing things that veteran cornerback Patrick Peterson has said these last few days. Steelers tackle Dan Moore Jr. is getting practice snaps on the right side in OTAs, so we discuss that bit of news. We also discuss what else is newsworthy concerning the Steelers now that their second week of OTA practices has concluded. We talk some about three position groups we feel the team could quite possibly address moving forward into the summer. Might Arizona Cardinals inside linebacker Isaiah Simmons be a plausible trade candidate for the Steelers? We discuss that topic quite thoroughly in this show as well. In the middle of this show, Alex and I are joined by former Steelers longtime scout Mark Gorscak, who is now transitioning into other professional areas in his life. We have a great 40-minute interview with Gorscak that you won't want to miss. He answered quite a few questions from us concerning the inner workings of the scouting process and much more. Make sure you follow Mark on Twitter at @gors55, if not already doing so. Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 1, 2023 - For Episode 819, Josh Carney explains why it's time to put to bed the concerns that the new Pittsburgh Steelers OLB Markus Golden could be another Melvin Ingram situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 31, 2023 - For Episode 818, Alex Kozora explains why depth in the NFL can only be so good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 31, 2023 - Season 13, Episode 137 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Wednesday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the contract details related to new Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Markus Golden, who was signed to a one-year deal last week. As part of that conversation, we discuss comments made on Tuesday by Golden in addition to passing along what one of his former teammates, J.J. Watt, had to say Tuesday night about the Steelers new addition. With the NFLPA now caught up with the Steelers recent transactions, Alex and I go over where the team now sits salary cap-wise as of Wednesday morning. We discuss the team's cap outlook moving forward into June as well. Steelers second year inside linebacker Mark Robinson made a big play during the team's Tuesday OTA practice so Alex and I discuss that news and the 2023 outlook for him. We go over a few other OTA items for the Steelers as part of this show and discuss a few recent posts on the site as well. We also give our thoughts on the Steelers offseason to date. Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 30, 2023 - For Episode 817, Josh Carney discusses Pittsburgh Steelers long snapper Christian Kuntz, who seems he might find himself up against some competition ahead of the 2023 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 29, 2023 - Welcome back to the archive of our Monday live stream over on YouTube. If you missed it, Dave and I stream every other Monday from 7-8 PM/ET. We hope you can make the next one. If you missed it live, you can check an archive below. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 29, 2023 - For Episode 816, Alex Kozora discusses why he believes the NFL's recent kickoff rule change is a bad move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 29, 2023 - Season 13, Episode 136 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Monday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the recent comments made by former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell during his 'Steel Here' appearance. Bell gave us quite a bit to chew on during that interview, so we go through all the main talking points. We also discuss the possibility of him retiring as a member of the Steelers down the road. The Steelers will reportedly look at another long snapper this coming week, so Alex and I discuss that news. We also talk about who has the best shot at being the Steelers returner in 2023 with wide receiver Calvin Austin III seemingly back healthy again. Former Steelers offensive line coach Mike Munchak wants to return to the NFL coaching circles in 2024 so Alex and I make sure to address that topic in this show. Might he land back in Pittsburgh? Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett had his vehicle stolen last week so we spend a few minutes discussing that news during this show as well. Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 28, 2023 - For Episode 815, a submitted take from our very own Dr. Melanie Friedlander as she talks about Pittsburgh Steelers DT Cameron Heyward in 2023 and his window for winning a Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 27, 2023 - On this Saturday version of The Terrible Take, Alexa DellaRocco looks ahead at what type of 2023 season that she expects Pittsburgh Steelers RB Jaylen Warren to have in his second year in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 26, 2023 -On this Friday episode of The Terrible Take, Alex Kozora explains a concern that he has about Pittsburgh Steelers CB Patrick Peterson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 26, 2023 - Season 13, Episode 135 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Friday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the recent transactions made by the Pittsburgh Steelers that have occurred since the Wednesday show. The bulk of that discussion is about new outside linebacker Markus Golden. We discuss what his 2022 tape shows, how he should fit into the Steelers 2023 defensive plans and more. We also briefly discuss the new wide receiver signed by the Steelers on Thursday.The Steelers wrapped up their first week of OTAs on Thursday so Alex and I recap all the comings and goings related to that event. We discuss the perceived key things to come out of these first three OTA practices and more.Will the Steelers have an international game in either Mexico or Ireland in 2024? We discuss that topic for a little bit later in the show. We also discuss a recent draft-related video that the New York Jets released that relates somewhat to the Steelers and their first-round trade-up for tackle Broderick Jones.Much later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 25, 2023 -On this Thursday version of The Terrible Take, Josh Carney discusses the differences in how it seems Pittsburgh Steelers T Dan Moore Jr. and G Kevin Dotson are handling competition for their jobs so far this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 24, 2023 -On this Wednesday episode of The Terrible Take, Alex Kozora explains where the root of Ben Roethlisberger's selfish feelings toward Pittsburgh Steelers QB Kenny Pickett probably came from. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 24, 2023 - Season 13, Episode 134 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Wednesday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the recent transactions made by the Pittsburgh Steelers that have occurred since the Monday show. One of the players waived was running back Master Teague III so we discuss that topic and also look at the depth chart at that position.The Steelers will reportedly have free agent outside linebacker Markus Golden in for a visit on Wednesday so you can bet Alex and I address that news. We also discuss other areas on the roster that could use filling with the team currently sitting at 87 active players.The Steelers 2023 OTAs got underway on Tuesday so Alex and I address that topic by first going over several things that stood out to us on Tuesday. We also discuss several comments made on Tuesday by several Steelers players. We spend a lot of time focusing on things quarterback Kenny Pickett said. We also discuss what the tackle rotation might look like this summer when it comes to Dan Moore Jr. and rookie Broderick Jones.Will tight end Pat Freiermuth be used differently this season? We discuss that topic and also talk more about the Steelers lack of YAC in 2022 and how that really needs to improve in 2023 when it comes to the offense.Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 23, 2023 -On this Tuesday version of The Terrible Take, Josh Carney discusses the Pittsburgh Steelers RB depth chart behind Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren being a concern and how there's still intriguing options still on the market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 22, 2023 -On this Monday episode of The Terrible Take, Alex Kozora gives a well-deserved shout-out to former Pittsburgh Steelers' seventh-round draft pick Nick Williams for a long and continuing career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 22, 2023 - Season 13, Episode 133 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Monday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the recent interview of Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett on the Footbahlin with Ben Roethlisberger podcast that dropped on Sunday night.We obviously spend a lot of time talking about the comments made by former Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger on his initial feelings that he hoped Pickett wouldn’t succeed right after the team drafted him.Alex and I dive deeper into other great talking points to come out of the Pickett interview on the Roethlisberger podcast and there are a lot of those to run through.The new contract details for two other Steelers quarterbacks, Mitch Trubisky and Mason Rudolph, are now out so Alex and I make sure to go over those financials. We also speculate some about the negotiation process with both of those quarterbacks.Will it be hard for the Steelers to get outside linebacker Alex Highsmith signed to a contract extension this summer? Alex and I debate that topic a little. Alex and I also look ahead to the start of the Steelers 2023 OTA sessions this week and go over key things we'll be looking for.Alex recently compiled an offseason report for Steelers general manager Omar Khan that we go over later in this podcast. We also make sure to go over the Steelers current salary cap situation later in this show.Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 21, 2023 -For Episode 808, a submitted take from our very own Dr. Melanie Friedlander as she speaks out against the potential rules change regarding fair catches on punt returns that the NFL owners will be voting on this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 20, 2023 -On this Saturday version of The Terrible Take, Alexa DellaRocco checks in on former Pittsburgh Steelers WR James Washington and his attempt to make the 53-man roster of the New Orleans Saints this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 19, 2023 -On this Friday episode of The Terrible Take, Alex Kozora explains why the decision for Pittsburgh Steelers QB Mitch Trubisky to take a contract extension now is the right move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 19, 2023 - Season 13, Episode 132 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Friday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the Pittsburgh Steelers signing backup quarterback Mitch Trubisky. We go over the early reported contract numbers that were released and review the team's decision to extend their veteran backup quarterback.We go over a few smaller details concerning the media appearances that Steelers general manager Omar Khan and head coach Mike Tomlin both had on Thursday. We also cover the news related to the recent new scouting department hires that the Steelers have reportedly made this last week.On the heels of a full target 2023 XFL contextualization that I did on new Steelers wide receiver Hakeem Butler, Alex and I discuss the findings and give our updated thoughts on the new addition to the position group. We go over the positives and negatives from his XFL tape and what he'll need to show this summer in order to make the 53-man roster.In the middle of this show, Alex and I have a second post-draft roundtable with contributors from the site. This roundtable discussion includes Josh Carney, Jonathan Heitritter and Tyler Wise and during it, we discuss the Steelers 2023 draft class, some undrafted free agents, the state of the team heading into the summer and much more. Several players, both new and old, are discussed during this segment.Later in the show, Alex and I answer a few questions we have received from listeners over the last several days. We mix in other Steelers talk throughout this episode that is not noted in this recap post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices