'Battle of Pennsylvania': Steelers to have fans against Eagles

"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.

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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 position.

They also talk about which teams the Steelers could potentially compete for in a trade for Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields. Bergin explains why he doesn't think many teams want to trade for Fields, and how that could diminish what the Bears get in return for him.

The guys also talk about possible destinations for Kirk Cousins and Russell Wilson.

Next, the guys share some of the key standouts at the 2024 NFL Combine. The Steelers hold the 20th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Here are rookie players discussed who participated in the combine:

• Center: Jackson Powers-Johnson and Zach Frazier
• Wide receiver: Rome Odunze, Brian Thomas, Adonai Mitchell, Xavier Worthy, Tez Walker, Keon Coleman, Ladd McConkey
• Cornerback: Nate Wiggins, Quinyon Mitchell and Terrion Arnold
• Linebacker: Payton Wilson and Edgerrin Cooper

Kozora also discussed safeties due to become free agents, including Mike Edwards, Julian Blackmon and Kamren Curl.

Last, the guys shared whether they think the Steelers should pick up Najee Harris' fifth-year option, and how they could restructure Cameron Heyward's contract.

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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 football. It included the win over the Arizona Cardinals in Super Bowl 43. It also included the difficulties of traveling to Super Bowl 45 in Arlington, Texas.

Last, Hillgrove said he doesn't think the trade for Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields makes sense for the Pittsburgh Steelers. The guys shared how they'd like to see the Steelers use the 20th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft on a center. Oregon's Jackson Powers-Johnson and West Virginia's Zach Frazier are possibilities.

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"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 Saturday, which included Michigan's J.J. McCarthy, Washington's Michael Penix and South Carolina's Spencer Rattler.

Bergin also shares his standout DBs from Friday, which includes Clemson's Nate Wiggins, Toledo's Quinyon Mitchell and Alabama's Terrion Arnold.

Last, he comments on the linebackers working out Thursday, including the standout performance by NC State's Payton Wilson.

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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.

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"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.

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"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.

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"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.

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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.

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"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
• Whether Kyle Shanahan can finally win the big game.

Last, the guys share their favorite Super Bowl prop bets.

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