Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin preview what to expect during Thursday’s preseason game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Dallas Cowboys.Quarterback Mason Rudolph will start for the Steelers with Ben Roethlisberger among the veteran players who will sit.The guys also discuss what to expect from first-round pick Najee Harris, Roethlisberger’s future with the team and Troy Polamalu’s enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.Taylor and Bergin also disagree on whether the Indianapolis Colts should consider trading for Chicago Bears quarterback Nick Foles after the news of Carson Wentz’s foot injury.Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Football is back! Ike heads to Canton

Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discussed the start of Pittsburgh Steelers training camp at Heinz Field.The guys have their eyes on rookies Najee Harris and Pat Freiermuth ahead of the team’s first preseason game on Aug. 5 against the Dallas Cowboys.Taylor and Bergin also talked about Aaron Rodgers’ future with the Green Bay Packers. Bergin wonders whether Pittsburgh is a possible destination for Rodgers in 2022.Taylor talked about meeting Julius Erving in Las Vegas. He also discussed his visit to San Diego to see former Steelers teammates Troy Polamalu and Ryan Clark.Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Training camp is underway, Ike’s West Coast adventure

Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin react to the Pittsburgh Steelers signing three-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Melvin Ingram.They also discuss the report of Aaron Rodgers turning down a contract extension with the Green Bay Packers.The guys also talk about Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers tearing his Achilles.Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Melvin Ingram offers OLB depth, Aaron Rodgers’ future with Packers

Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin react to the report of Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger being in the best shape of his career.They also discuss Taylor’s favorite memories of hanging out with Troy Polamalu and Steelers teammates during training camp in Latrobe, Pennsylvania.The guys also talk about the EA Sports announcement on July 20 of a beloved video game franchise, and about Taylor’s trip to Las Vegas for a cigar convention. Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

‘Hot Ben Summer,’ Hanging with Troy P in Latrobe

Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin share their thoughts on Steelers linebacker Devin Bush's string of tweets.They also discuss HBO selecting the Dallas Cowboys to appear on "Hard Knocks."The guys talk about Scott Hanson's contract extension to continue hosting NFL RedZone, what Taylor bought with his first NFL contract and where he keeps his Super Bowl rings.Taylor is also talked about his plans to attend a cigar convention in Las Vegas.Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Deciphering Devin Bush's tweets, Cowboys picked for 'Hard Knocks'

Friend of the show and football analyst Dave Dameshek recalled many hilarious stories about working with Ike Taylor at the NFL Network.The Pittsburgh native discussed his thoughts on the Pittsburgh Steelers’ release of six-time Pro Bowl guard David DeCastro in favor of signing five-time Pro Bowl guard Trai Turner.Dameshek also talked about how the NFL preseason is meaningless.Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dave Dameshek talks David DeCastro release, NFL preseason

Mark Bergin shares his thoughts about the Pittsburgh Steelers' decision to cut six-time Pro Bowl guard David DeCastro.Bergin and Ike Taylor react to the NFL's decision that forces the Steelers to hold their training camp in Pittsburgh instead of in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, at Saint Vincent College.The guys talk about whether the Steelers should sign five-time Pro Bowl guard Trai Turner, who is still a free agent.Taylor and Bergin also discuss Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib becoming the first active NFL player to come out as gay.Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steelers release David DeCastro, Training camp in Pittsburgh again

Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss who the Pittsburgh Steelers should prioritize signing to contract extensions. T.J. Watt, David DeCastro, JuJu Smith-Schuster and Joe Haden are each entering the final year of their deals.The guys also share their thoughts on former Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell’s comments. Bell said he would rather retire than play again for Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid.Taylor and Bergin also talk about their top preseason storylines. The Steelers kick off their preseason on Aug. 8 against the Dallas Cowboys in the Hall of Fame Game.Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

T.J. Watt enters final year of contract, Le’Veon Bell drama

Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss their reactions to the Tennessee Titans trading for wide receiver Julio Jones.They also talk about Sunday night's fight between Floyd Mayweather and Logan Paul.Bergin asks Taylor about how he came up with "Swaggin' U."Taylor also shares the best prank he pulled on a teammate.Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Titans trade for Julio Jones, 'Money' Mayweather fights Logan Paul

Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin discuss four position battles the Steelers have going into OTAs.Mason Rudolph and Dwayne Haskins are expected to compete for the backup quarterback spot.Running backs Anthony McFarland, Benny Snell Jr. and Jaylen Samuels will compete to back up Najee Harris.Taylor and Bergin also talk about which former Steelers player they would magically add to the current roster.Other topics include which wide receiver Julio Jones will play for in 2021, whether the Kansas City Chiefs can go undefeated and which would be the best team on HBO's "Hard Knocks."Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steelers' position battles, Could the Chiefs go undefeated?

Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin open up the mailbag to questions from listeners and viewers of the "Bleav in Steelers" podcast.Topics include the future of Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones and whether the 2021 season will be the last for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.Bergin also asks Taylor about the Steelers' best training camp entrances, the best Steelers basketball player and the likelihood of seeing an ambidextrous NFL quarterback.Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Julio's future, Big Ben's final year? Ambidextrous QBs

Former Green Bay Packers All-Pro safety Nick Collins discussed his seven-year NFL career.Despite a career-ending neck injury, Collins is a member of the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame, the Bethune-Cookman University Hall of Fame and the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Hall of Fame.Collins shared his memories of playing in Super Bowl 45, which included a pick 6 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He also talked about playing alongside Aaron Rodgers, Charles Woodson and Atari Bigby.Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nick Collins talks Packers career, Super Bowl 45 & Aaron Rodgers

Ike Taylor and Mark Bergin react to the release of the Pittsburgh Steelers' 2021 regular-season schedule.This year marks the first time the NFL will play a 17-game regular season.Both Taylor and Bergin believe the Steelers will win double-digit games despite oddsmakers setting their win total at 8.5.Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steelers' 2021 schedule released

The guys react to the Pittsburgh Steelers' selection of Alabama running back Najee Harris in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft.They also discuss the Steelers' picks of Penn State tight end Pat Freiermuth, Illinois offensive lineman Kendrick Green and Georgia Tech punter Pressley Harvin III.Ike Taylor shares why he thinks the Dallas Cowboys and Miami Dolphins had the best selections in the 2021 NFL Draft.Taylor and Mark Bergin also talk about the Steelers declining safety Terrell Edmunds fifth-year option, quarterback Mason Rudolph's one-year extension and whether the Steelers should sign free-agent offensive tackle Charles Leno.Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steelers draft RB Najee Harris + NFL Draft reactions

Host Ike Taylor reveals his picks for the 2021 NFL Draft if he were the general managers of each team picking Thursday night in the first round.Fellow host Mark Bergin explains why the draft gets interesting depending on which player the San Francisco 49ers take with the third overall pick.Taylor believes the first four teams picking should select quarterbacks. He also unveils who he thinks the Steelers should take with the 24th pick in the draft.Follow Ike Taylor on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramFollow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie KaczmarekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Draft day! Ike Taylor reveals his 2021 NFL Mock Draft

Listen behind the Steel Curtain as Pro Bowl Cornerback and 2X Super Bowl Champion Ike Taylor talks the latest in Steelers nation along with Co-Host Mark Bergin!

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