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Steelers' TJ Watt Is Compared To NFL Legend Troy Polamalu By Ike Taylor
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a long and storied history, especially on the defensive side of the ball. They had the iconic "Steel Curtain" defense from the 1970s with Mean Joe Greene, and then the elite 2000s defense that helped them win two Super Bowls which was led by Troy Polamalu. Now, the defense is led by TJ Watt, who is one of the best players in the NFL and Watt was recently compared to Polamalu by Ike Taylor.
Steelers Insider Believes Rookie Jaylen Warren Will Get His First Opportunity As RB1 Against The Atlanta Falcons
The Pittsburgh Steelers are visiting the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday and they will be looking to win two games in a row for the first time this season. The offense has played much better since the bye week, going 2-1 and Kenny Pickett has led a balanced attack. Matt Canada and Mike Tomlin have made a concentrated effort to cut down his passing attempts and run the football with Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren.
Diontae Johnson Being A Leader For The Steelers Has Made A Huge Impact; Show Dividends In Week 12 Original
The Pittsburgh Steelers are fresh off a win against the Indianapolis Colts on Monday Night Football, a win that was possible due to the team’s best and most consistent offensive performance of the season. There is no hiding the fact that the Steelers’ offense has been struggling for the majority of the season.
Steelers Struggling OC Matt Canada Doesn't Escape Play Calling Criticism From Ben Roethlisberger Original
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ future Hall of Fame Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has been critical of the offensive play calling during his last two Footbahlin with Ben Roethlisberger podcasts. This week on Episode 14 of the weekly YouTube-based program, he welcomed his long-time center Maurkice Pouncey who joined cohost Spencer T’eo and Roethlisberger at a hotel room near the Bay Hill golf course in Orlando, FL to watch the Indianapolis Colts game on Monday Night Football.
Steelers' Fan Favorite And Retired Linebacker Ryan Shazier Was Told The Cowboys Were Drafting Him In 2014
It has been five years since Pittsburgh Steelers‘ elusive linebacker, Ryan Shazier suffered a career-ending spinal cord injury. He has been an inspiration to millions around the world and is still seen in the public eye quite often. Most recently, he joined defensive lineman and team captain, Cameron Heyward on his Not Just Football podcast to discuss several topics about their years together on the field and in Pittsburgh.
Ben Roethlisberger Believes Steelers' Chris Boswell's Harsh Comments After Week 6 Win Were Directed At Matt Canada
The Pittsburgh Steelers had just defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Heinz Fie — I mean, Acrisure Stadium. During the post-game celebrations, a live video caught Steelers players walking back to the locker room. Usually there is not a lot to see during these videos. Players are usually yelling and getting hyped after a big win. But this particular video brought up a huge debate amongst Steelers fans.
Mike Florio Says 2022 Steelers Not Out Of Playoff Race But They Absolutely Need To Pull Off An Inside Straight
The Pittsburgh Steelers won a hard-fought victory on Monday Night Football against the Indianapolis Colts 24-17. Kenny Pickett led his first career fourth-quarter comeback with a brilliantly balanced drive with the rookie calling for a Benny Snell run for the go-ahead score. The defense played lights out in the first half and held on late to secure the victory for the Steelers.
The Pat McAfee Show 2.0: PMS 2.0 726
Show The Pat McAfee Show 2.0, Ep PMS 2.0 726 - Ian Rapoport, Ike Taylor, TJ Lang, & AJ Hawk - Aug 25, 2022
New sheriff in town, Bengals crush Steelers in AFC North rematch on Apple Podcasts
Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers' 41-10 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. The guys discuss the Steelers' problems on both sides of the football. It includes the inability to effectively run the ball and the inability to stop the run.
Road to redemption, Steelers due back several players in Bengals rematch on Apple Podcasts
Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin preview the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Week 12 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Steelers are due to get back several key players, including T.J. Watt, Minkah Fitzpatrick and Joe Haden.
Steelers fall short of comeback in SNF loss to Chargers on Apple Podcasts
Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin react to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 41-37 loss on Sunday Night Football to the Los Angeles Chargers. The guys explain how Cameron Heyward is playing the best football of his career.
The Pat McAfee Show 2.0: PMS 2.0 526
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Ike Taylor on the Steelers Offseason, Ben Roethlisberger, Minkah Fitzpatrick, his new Cigars, and Stories from his NFL career on Apple Podcasts
Ike Taylor on the Steelers Offseason, Ben Roethlisberger, Minkah Fitzpatrick, his new Cigars, and Stories from his NFL career
Josh Norman tops new CB rankings; Malcolm Butler's steadiness
Ike Taylor is no stranger to being on an island. The former Steelers cornerback helped Pittsburgh win two Super Bowls during his 12-year career. In this series, Taylor will feature one pertinent cornerback on "Ike's Island," where he breaks down the player's on-field play and significance heading into the coming week. In addition, he lists his updated top-10 cornerback rankings. Featured on Ike's Island this week ...
Week 1 cornerback rankings: Richard Sherman atop CB throne | NFL.com
Ike Taylor is no stranger to being on an island. The former Steelers cornerback helped Pittsburgh win two Super Bowls during his 12-year career. For the second straight year, Taylor's weekly series will feature one pertinent cornerback on "Ike's Island," where he breaks down the player's on-field play and significance heading into the coming week. In addition, he lists his updated top-10 cornerback rankings and top-three CB duos. Next up: vs. New York Giants, 8:30 p.m. ET on Monday.
Vernon Hargreaves, T.J. Watt among rising defensive players | NFL.com
Now that the NFL is more than a week into the preseason, rookies and veterans alike have already begun to separate themselves. In keeping a watchful eye on all 32 teams, NFL Network analyst Ike Taylor has selected defensive players who's stock has risen in the last month. Here are his top five: As a rookie, the game moved too fast for Hargreaves mentally and that forced him to slow up physically. He didn't have a poor season by any means, but he took some growing pains.
Broncos, Seahawks, Giants rank among NFL's best secondaries | NFL.com
After selecting his top-five cornerback tandems earlier this offseason, NFL.com analyst and former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Ike Taylor takes a look at the entire secondary. Here are his top-five secondaries in the NFL heading into the 2017 season: When it comes to separating secondaries, it's all about the cornerbacks. And the No Fly Zone has the total package.
NFL's top five CB tandems: Broncos still strong, but Jags on top | NFL.com
The league's best cornerback tandems possess rare athleticism and great chemistry. NFL.com analyst and former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Ike Taylor examines CB tandems heading into the 2017 season. Here are his top five: A lot of people are going to disagree with me here, but it won't be the first time or the last. Jalen Ramsey is coming off an impressive rookie campaign that landed him among my top 10 cornerbacks.
NFL's top five CB tandems: Broncos still strong, but Jaguars rise | NFL.com
The league's best cornerback tandems possess rare athleticism and great chemistry. NFL.com analyst and former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Ike Taylor examines CB tandems heading into the 2017 season. Here are his top five: A lot of people are going to disagree with me here, but it won't be the first time or the last. Jalen Ramsey is coming off an impressive rookie campaign that landed him among my top 10 cornerbacks.
NFL Draft: Chidobe Awuzie, Jadar Johnson among DB sleepers | NFL.com
It's no secret that the 2017 NFL Draft class has great depth at the cornerback and safety positions. We're all familiar with the top defensive back prospects ... But let's look at some of the lesser-known guys. NFL Network analyst and former pro cornerback Ike Taylor -- a fourth-round draft pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2003 -- pinpoints five sleeper DB prospects.
NFL Playoffs: Divisional Round Preview | By Ike Taylor
I saw a stat the other day that blew me away. I don’t remember where I saw it. It probably just flashed across the screen somewhere at the NFL Network, where I’m an analyst — my new day job. But the stat said that during my 12 years as a Pittsburgh Steeler, I had a 10–4 record in the postseason. Now that obviously says a lot more about the team that I was fortunate enough to be a part of than it does about me as an individual, but when I heard that, I was like, Damn, for real?
Broncos, Cardinals headline NFL's best cornerback tandems
Playing cornerback is the most challenging position to play in the NFL. And often times, in a pass-heavy league, a defense lives and dies by its players on the island. Most teams have one tough corner -- with great athletic ability and good instincts -- who faces top receivers each week, but there are a select few teams with two or three corners who are better than average.
Mock draft 1.0: Wentz free-falls from first
With a young quarterback in Mariota to build around, the Titans now need to protect him. Needs still exist on defense, but Tunsil is the best fit here. The RGIII signing is a short-term fix. Goff is the only QB in the draft ready to start Day 1 (I think Carson Wentz will slip in this draft to a team that will sit him for a year or two and not have to pay him big money). The Browns can get a wide receiver at the top of the second round to form a great, young combo.
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