C.J. Stroud’s interception on Thursday night was an important step in his growth

The Houston Texans took the field Thursday night for their inaugural pre-season game of the 2023 season. It was a highly anticipated contest as far as pre-season games go, since their fans got a first look at prized rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud, the #2 overall pick in April’s draft. Stroud rewarded their anticipation by dropping… read more

A Minnesota Vikings podcast

What we learned from the Vikings defense in Week 1 of preseason

For the first time in 207 days, the Minnesota Vikings took the field as it faced off against the Seattle Seahawks in week one of preseason play. The Vikings raced off to 10-0 but it was slowly salted away, resulting in a 24-13 loss. While a handful of starters didn’t appear as expected, we got… read more

Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast

Post-Game Sound: Hear from players and coaches after the Steelers win over Tampa Bay

The Pittsburgh Steelers were victorious in their first preseason game Friday night, beating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 27-17 in Florida. After the game there was plenty of post-game sound to check out from the black-and-gold. Below you’ll see what the Steelers players and coaches had to say about the game. Everything from Mike Tomlin’s post-game… read more

Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast

Knee Jerk Reactions to the Steelers Preseason Week 1 27-17 victory over the Buccaneers.

The idiom “a knee jerk reaction” means that you respond to something in an equally unthinking way. That’s something as sports fans that we typically do, and if it’s in an unthinking way then I definitely qualify. Knee jerks apply especially if you are a full blood Yinzer, or even just a part Yinzer, who… read more

Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast

Steelers vs. Buccaneers Final Score: Steelers starters shine in 27-17 win over Tampa Bay

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers squared off in Florida Friday night in Week 1 of NFL preseason action, and many questions surrounded both teams. Will the Baker Mayfield era be beginning, or will Kyle Trask take the job? Will Kenny Pickett and the Steelers offense take the expected step forward? How many starters… read more

Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast

Rookie Keeanu Benton leaves the Steelers first preseason game with an ankle injury

The Pittsburgh Steelers have just finished three quarters of their first preseason game of the 2023 NFL season. With many highlights from the game, there are also plenty of learning points as well. But one of the most critical issues when it comes to a preseason game is leaving unscathed on the injury front. Unfortunately,… read more

Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast

Steelers vs. Buccaneers, Preseason Week 1: 2nd Half News, Updates and Open Thread

It is hard to believe, but this is the first Pittsburgh Steelers season for me in our new home, and it’s exciting. However, with that comes some curiosity, and trepidation, about what this new home will look like during games. So far, some things have remained the same, but some things have not been as… read more

Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast

Steelers vs. Buccaneers, Preseason Week 1: News, Updates and Open Thread

It is hard to believe, but this is the first Pittsburgh Steelers season for me in our new home, and it’s exciting. However, with that comes some curiosity, and trepidation, about what this new home will look like during games. So far, some things have remained the same, but some things have not been as… read more

Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast

The Steelers complete 90-man roster for preseason Week 1

The Pittsburgh Steelers are set for their first preseason game of the 2023 NFL season. With so many players, it’s difficult to keep track of exactly who could be on the field for the Steelers. Which player just made that fantastic block? Who was the defensive back who just blanketed the wide receiver where the… read more

A Minnesota Vikings podcast

Minnesota Vikings meeting with Pro Bowl RB Kareem Hunt

Seeking to improve the roster’s depth, the Minnesota Vikings are set to become the third team to meet with Pro Bowl running back Kareem Hunt. According to Tom Pelissero, Hunt will be touching down at team headquarters in Eagan on Friday. Hunt’s visit comes just hours after the Vikings played their first preseason game of… read more

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