Bleav in Steelers
217 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 51 ratingsFormer Steelers defensive back Ike Taylor spent 12 seasons in Pittsburgh while winning two Super Bowls with the franchise. Taylor was the epitome of consistency with the Steelers, playing in all 16 games for six of his seasons. Now Taylor is a highly reputable media analyst, joined by reporter Mark Bergin. Tune in as Bergin and Taylor highlight everything you need to know about Kenny Pickett, Najee Harris, T.J. Watt, and the whole Steelers squad.
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Troy Polamalu headlines 2020 Hall of Fame class, 49ers blew Super Bowl LIV
February 04, 2020 18:25 - 56 minutes - 54.2 MBTwo-time Super Bowl champion Ike Taylor shares his experiences from Super Bowl LIV in Miami. Taylor and several Pittsburgh Steelers greats celebrated this weekend's announcement that Troy Polamalu would be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame along with coach Bill Cowher and safety Donnie Shell. Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss how the San Francisco 49ers blew Super Bowl LIV more than the Kansas City Chiefs came back to win it. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, I...
RIP Kobe, Ike Taylor's Super Bowl experiences, prop bets
January 28, 2020 20:10 - 1 hour - 64 MBMark Bergin and Ike Taylor pay their respects to Kobe Bryant, who was among eight other people that died in a helicopter crash. Bergin asked Taylor about his experiences playing in Super Bowl XL, Super Bowl XLIII and Super Bowl XLV. The two also discuss their favorite prop bets for Super Bowl 54. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek See Privacy Policy at https://art1...
Antonio Brown accused of battery, red vs. red in Super Bowl 54
January 22, 2020 19:08 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBMark Bergin and Ike Taylor discuss the allegations that former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown battered the driver of a moving truck at his Florida home. They also discuss the keys to Super Bowl 54. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell...
Bill Cowher worthy of Hall of Fame election
January 14, 2020 21:13 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBFormer Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher was named as a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s centennial class. Ike Taylor played his first four NFL seasons under Cowher. Taylor talked about what it was like playing for the Hall of Fame coach. Taylor and Mark Bergin also discussed LSU’s victory over Clemson in … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
NFL Playoffs: Changing of the guard headed into divisional round
January 07, 2020 18:52 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBFor the first time since 2002, we’ll have an AFC Championship game without Tom Brady, Peyton Manning or Ben Roethlisberger. Mark Bergin and Ike Taylor discuss an exciting Wild-Card Weekend and the matchups ahead in the divisional round. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p...
Injury-riddled offense deprives Steelers of postseason
December 31, 2019 21:05 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBThe Pittsburgh Steelers were the only NFL team that failed to score 30 points in a game this season. Injuries to several skill-position players contributed to the Steelers’ offensive woes. Mark Bergin and Ike Taylor discuss what the team needs to do in the offseason, and which teams they like in the playoffs. Follow Mark … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In ‘Duck’ we trust: Mason Rudolph injured during playoff push
December 24, 2019 18:09 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBThe Pittsburgh Steelers are still in the hunt for the playoffs, but need the Tennessee Titans to lose their Week 17 game against the Houston Texans. Mark Bergin and Ike Taylor explain why the Steelers still have a shot with the Baltimore Ravens deciding to bench several starters. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Follow … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Pittsburgh Steelers’ playoff chances rest on Devlin Hodges
December 17, 2019 19:05 - 55 minutes - 51.6 MBThe Pittsburgh Steelers must continue to rely upon undrafted rookie quarterback Devlin “Duck” Hodges in the last two games of the year with the playoffs at stake. Even though Hodges threw four interceptions against the Buffalo Bills, Ike Taylor thinks coach Mike Tomlin should continue to start him over Mason Rudolph. With Ben Roethlisberger injured, … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mike Tomlin deserves Coach of the Year if Steelers make playoffs
December 09, 2019 21:03 - 44 minutes - 41.8 MBMike Tomlin deserves to win the NFL Coach of the Year if the Pittsburgh Steelers make the playoffs. The Steelers have won seven out of eight games after the victory over the Arizona Cardinals. Pittsburgh has played many of those games without Ben Roethlisberger, James Conner and JuJu Smith-Schuster. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel...
‘Pittsburgh started it,’ Steelers also end Browns’ playoff hopes
December 02, 2019 18:51 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBThe Pittsburgh Steelers got revenge Sunday and effectively eliminated the Cleveland Browns from playoff contention. Mark Bergin and Ike Taylor discuss why it was foolish for Browns coach Freddie Kitchens to wear a “Pittsburgh started it” T-shirt. Mark and Ike also talk about how Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is a candidate for coach of the … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Start the ‘Duck’: Devlin Hodges should start over Mason Rudolph
November 25, 2019 17:32 - 41 minutes - 40.5 MBDevlin “Duck” Hodges replaced Mason Rudolph in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 16-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Mark Bergin and Ike Taylor discuss why the Steelers will likely stick with Hodges over Rudolph as the team prepares for a rematch against the Cleveland Browns. Mark and Ike also discuss the importance of the Steelers’ stellar defensive … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Pay for Pouncey: Steelers’ run game is key for playoff push
November 22, 2019 20:09 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBThe Pittsburgh Steelers will try to get back to above .500 in their road game against the winless Cincinnati Bengals. Mark Bergin and Ike Taylor break down the NFL’s decision to uphold Myles Garrett’s indefinite ban and reduce center Maurkice Pouncey’s suspension. Mark and Ike also discuss the importance of Pittsburgh’s running game, and why … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Myles Garrett-Mason Rudolph fight overshadows Steelers’ loss
November 16, 2019 01:19 - 56 minutes - 52.8 MBThe fight between Myles Garrett and Mason Rudolph on Thursday Night Football has become a bigger story than the Cleveland Browns snapping the Pittsburgh Steelers’ four-game winning streak. Mark Bergin and Ike Taylor disagree whether Rudolph should receive a suspension. Mark and Ike also discuss the roles of the other players involved in the brawl, … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Minkah Fitzpatrick trade paying off for Steelers
November 12, 2019 16:25 - 55 minutes - 51.8 MBThe Pittsburgh Steelers won their fourth consecutive game in a 17-12 victory over the Los Angeles Rams. Mark Bergin and Ike Taylor explain how the trade for Minkah Fitzpatrick has the Steelers in a position to make the playoffs despite starting the season 0-3. Mark and Ike also discussed which team is third best in … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
‘Magic Minkah’ helps Steelers to third straight win
November 05, 2019 10:58 - 42 minutes - 39.5 MBThe Pittsburgh Steelers won their third consecutive game in a 26-24 victory over the Indianapolis Colts. Mark Bergin and Ike Taylor explain how Minkah Fitzpatrick’s pick 6 and Adam Vinatieri’s kicking woes led to the Steelers’ win. The two also discussed how AFC North rival Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens beat the previously undefeated … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Pittsburgh Steelers beat Miami Dolphins on Monday Night Football
October 29, 2019 16:55 - 44 minutes - 41.6 MBThe Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Miami Dolphins 27-14 on Monday Night Football. Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin explain why the Steelers should stick with Mason Rudolph at quarterback, the importance of establishing James Conner in the running game and how winning the turnover battle is critical. The two also discussed Diontae Johnson’s touchdown just before … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Bleav in Steelers podcast teaser
October 24, 2019 18:16 - 2 minutes - 3 MBWelcome to the Bleav in Steelers podcast! Pittsburgh Steelers fans can join the conversation with football enthusiast Mark Bergin and Ike Taylor, a 12-year veteran of the team and a two-time Super Bowl champion. Each week, we’ll provide game recaps, key NFL takeaways and how the Steelers stack up to the rest of the AFC … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.