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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.

"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 Patriots. Bergin also discusses Pittsburgh's bid to host the NFL Draft in either 2026 or 2027. Other topics include the start of the 2024 NFL Combine at the end of the month, and answering viewer questions during the "What Yinz Think" segment.

"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 lineman Chuks Okorafor and punter Pressley Harvin III. Bergin explains why he thinks T.J. Watt should have won the 2023 NFL Defensive Player of the Year Award over Myles Garrett. The guys also explain the impact Cameron Heyward has had after he won the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award. Last, the guys talk about Patrick Mahomes' and Andy Reid's legacy after winning back-to-back Super Bowls.

"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 sign Kirk Cousins, Ryan Tannehill or Russell Wilson. They could also try to trade for Justin Fields.

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 Travis Kelce are three-time Super Bowl champions, but the Chiefs defense carried the team to a Super Bowl title. Bergin wonders why Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo doesn't get more consideration to be a head coach.

"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 guys discuss the biggest needs for the Steelers in the 2024 offseason. The guys also talk about the biggest storylines of Super Bowl 58, including: Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and Andy Reid vying for their third Super Bowl; the mania behind Taylor Swift and Kelce's relationship; and whether Kyle Shanahan can finally win the big game. Last, the guys share their favorite Super Bowl prop bets.

"Bleav in Steelers" 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. Brown.

"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 possibilities of quarterbacks the Steelers could pursue, including Kirk Cousins, Justin Fields and Ryan Tannehill among others. The guys also discuss Super Bowl storylines with Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid and Travis Kelce going for their third title. Also, Tucker discusses how Taylor Swift has helped grow the game. Tucker talks about how the 49ers have managed to win two close football games to make the Super Bowl. Last, the guys discuss Tucker's funny stories with former Dallas Cowboys teammate Larry Allen.

"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 Bevell among others. Taylor and Bergin discuss the Steelers likely extending Mike Tomlin's contract, and how he handled getting asked about it after the playoff loss to the Buffalo Bills. The guys also discuss whether the Steelers should pick up the fifth-year option for Najee Harris. He would be owed $6.6 million in 2025 if the team decides to pick up the option. Last, the guys make their picks for the conference championship games and the Super Bowl.

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette writer and "Locked on Steelers" podcast host Christopher Carter joins the "Bleav in Steelers" show ahead of what will be an eventful offseason for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Carter and "Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin discuss how the Pittsburgh Steelers' quarterback room will shake out in 2024 with Kenny Pickett due back and Mason Rudolph due to become an unrestricted free agent. The Steelers also have an out with Mitch Trubisky. The guys also discuss the Steelers' search for a new offensive coordinator. It will include an interview with Los Angeles Rams quarterback coach Zac Robinson. Other candidates the Steelers could consider are Eric Bienemy, Darrell Bevell and Klint Kubiak among others. Bergin and Carter also discuss whether the Steelers should pick up Najee Harris' fifth-year option in 2025, which would cost about $6.6 million. The Steelers have until May 2 to make a decision on Harris' option. Last, the guys discuss their picks for the Super Bowl. Carter explains why he likes the Baltimore Ravens to win it all.

"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin discusses the Pittsburgh Steelers' plan to try to re-sign free-agent quarterback Mason Rudolph. With Kenny Pickett due back, head coach Mike Tomlin said he believes the Steelers' 2024 quarterback is on the current roster. Tomlin said the Steelers plan to hire a new offensive coordinator from outside the organization. Bergin discusses which candidates the Steelers will pursue. Bergin also shares his thoughts from Tomlin's end-of-season news conference. Tomlin will return for the 2024 season and the Steelers plan to sign him to a contract extension. Also, Bergin discusses whether the Steelers should pick up Najee Harris' fifth-year option for the 2025 season. He would be owed about $6.6 million in 2025 if the Steelers pick up the option. Other topics include T.J. Watt skipping the Pro Bowl due to his knee injury, Cam Heyward returning for the 2024 season and potential roster moves for the Steelers in the offseason.

"Bleav in Steelers" host Mark Bergin reacts to the Pittsburgh Steelers' 31-17 loss to the Buffalo Bills in the NFL Wild Card round. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is due to go into the final year of his contract in the 2024 season. After the game, Tomlin didn't answer a question from ESPN Brooke Pryor about it either. On Monday, the Steelers lost the turnover battle 2-0 and time of possession. The Bills had the ball for 33 minutes and 19 seconds. Bergin shares his thoughts from the game, in which the Steelers went down 21-0 in the first half. He also outlines his roadmap for the Steelers' offseason. It includes whether the Steelers extend Tomlin's contract, and who they decide to hire as offensive coordinator. Also, Bergin outlines how he would handle the quarterback position with Kenny Pickett, Mitch Trubisky and Mason Rudolph.