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the real steel

Jeff Schmidt

All things Pittsburgh Steelers. No BS, just the real steel.

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01:20:21

Wildcard Round: History Repeats Itself

the real steel ·

2025/01/16

After another first round playoff exit for the Pittsburgh Steelers, our hosts are pretty upset and ready for change. We discuss what happened in the embarrassing loss to Ravens, hand out a few awards for the season and give our opinions on how the Steelers can be fixed, including a conversation about the head coach.

00:48:03

Week 18: Crawling into the Playoffs

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2025/01/09

The Steelers find themselves on the losing end of another tough football game, this time against the Cincinnati Bengals. This four game losing streak has both of our hosts asking a lot of questions and trying to figure out how to put their feelings into words. We break down what happened in the Week 18 loss, as well as set the stage for the Steelers upcoming Wildcard Playoff Game in Baltimore against the Ravens. Tune it to find out if our hosts think an upset is brewing in Baltimore or if the

00:40:47

Weeks 16 & 17: Holiday Remix Gone Bad

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2025/01/02

After being scheduled in the first NFL "Holiday Remix" Series, the Steelers find themselves with a bad taste in their mouths. Our hosts talk about what happened in Weeks 16 and 17 in the Steelers losses to the Ravens and Chiefs. Finally, we preview the regular season finale against the Cincinnati Bengals and discuss the upcoming playoffs.

00:50:53

Week 15: Not So Sunny in Philadelphia

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2024/12/19

The Steelers ran into a very hot Philadelphia Eagles team and took a loss at the Linc. Our hosts talk about why we struggled so much, as well as try to put a positive twist on the tough loss. Finally, we preview the matchup to be the Kings of the North against the Baltimore Ravens.

00:47:58

Week 14: Revenge Served Cold

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2024/12/12

After an unfortunate Week 12 loss to the Browns in the Cleveland snow globe game, the Steelers were able to right the ship and take care of the Browns at home. Our hosts breakdown this somewhat comfortable win against the Browns and preview next week’s in-state showdown with the Eagles.

00:40:18

Week 13: An Offensive Explosion

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2024/12/05

The Steelers came out hot against the Cincinnati Bengals, amassing over 500 yards of offense and 40+ points. Our hosts talk about the shootout victory and what made it possible for the Steelers. Finally, we (mainly one of us) give a primer for the rematch with the Cleveland Browns coming up this weekend.

00:45:35

Week 12: Snowed Out

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2024/11/26

The Steelers played Thursday Night Football against the Cleveland Browns and the weather. Unfortunately, they were unable to come away with the victory in the "Snow Globe Game". Our hosts break down what frustrated them about the game, including our offensive play calling and lack of a pass rush, as well as give a preview for a potential shootout with the Cincinnati Bengals.

00:36:22

Week 11: Defending the North

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2024/11/21

After a battle for supremacy in the AFC North in Week 11, the Steelers find themselves on the throne. Our hosts break down the win over the Baltimore Ravens, give their awards for the week and preview a Thursday Night Football showdown with the Cleveland Browns.

00:51:04

Week 10: Walk in Your Trap, Take Over Your Trap

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2024/11/14

The Steelers end Week 10 with a tough away victory against the Washington Commanders. Our hosts break down the game along with their experience seeing the game in person. Also, a special guest joins to give out this week's awards.

00:51:02

Week 9: Getting Better During the Bye

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2024/11/07

The Steelers Week 9 Bye Week seems to have come at a perfect time. Our hosts break down the trade deadline, potential players returning from injury, first half recap and an exciting Week 10 matchup with the Washington Commanders.

00:47:32

Week 8: Slaying the Giants

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2024/10/30

The Steelers leave Week 8 and head into the bye week with a win over the New York Giants on Monday Night Football! Our hosts break down the win, give out some weekly awards and prep for the bye week ahead.

00:40:42

Week 7: Rooting for the Jersey

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2024/10/24

The Steelers leave Week 7 with a comfortable win over the New York Jets on Sunday Night Football in Russell Wilson's first start in for the Steelers. Our hosts break down the game, their feelings on the new twist to the QB drama and how they feel going into Week 8.

00:53:30

Week 6: Good Not Great

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2024/10/16

The Steelers notch an AFC win against the LAs Vegas Raiders, but their victory leaves a lot to be desired. Our hosts break down the game and dig into the QB speculation that is running its course through Pittsburgh.

00:53:12

Week 5: Not Gonna Cut It

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2024/10/08

It’s a tough week to be a Steelers fan, but that doesn’t stop our hosts from looking ahead. Listen in for some rants, game recap, and an initial preview of week 6.

00:46:18

Week 4: The Tomlin Game

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2024/10/03

The Steelers fall to the Colts in their first loss of the 2024 season, but our hosts are optimistic that the Steelers’ arrows are pointing up. Tune in for a game breakdown and a preview of a SNF matchup!

00:53:08

Week 3: All Charged Up

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2024/09/26

Jeff and Polt are back to break down all things Pittsburgh Steelers, including the Week 3 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers! Listen for our take on the game, weekly awards, and a preview of Week 4 against the Indianapolis Colts.

01:06:34

Week 2: Bullying the Broncos

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2024/09/19

Jeff and Polt break down the Pittsburgh Steelers Week 2 victory over the Denver Broncos! Listen in to hear our winners for Balls of Steel, Jagoff of the Week and much more!

01:03:38

2024 Season preview

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2024/09/02

The real steel has made it to video - check us out on YouTube! Join your hosts Polt and Jeff as they discuss preseason takeaways, breakdown the 53-man roster, preview the season, and even get ready for Week 1 against the Falcons.

00:42:53

Post Draft and Pre Camp

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2024/07/23

Your favorite hosts are back to talk about the Steelers 2024 draft class, the upcoming schedule, and other Steelers news. Yes, we know our intro and outro music is gone, but big things are coming - stay tuned!

00:31:55

2024 Draft Preview

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2024/04/24

Jeff and Polt preview the 2024 NFL draft and breakdown the Steelers’ biggest needs.

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