Behind the Steel Curtain Dec 2, 2023
Steelers film room: Greatest hits of Broderick Jones and the rookies
Photo by Perry Knotts/ A musically themed look at the newest Steelers The Steelers have become one of the more dominant rushing teams of late and it’s giving fans vibes that harken back to the Chuck Noll era. So crank up some classic rock and let’s see if we can figure out the why and “The Who” that are giving the ground game its juice. When football morphs into rugby, follow the big guys Our first clip is the first quarter power scrum that netted 20 yards by the time the Bengals were able to tackle Najee Harris after he followed the “Eminence Front” of...
Behind the Steel Curtain Nov 15, 2023
Terrible Towel Tales: T.J. Watt working closely with Broderick Jones
Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports Steelers news and commentary for Wednesday, November 15 Welcome to the Terrible Towel Tales, where we’ll highlight some of the latest stories permeating Steelers media for your reading pleasure every Monday through Saturday. In today’s news… Steelers Rookie Broderick Jones Working Closely With T.J. Watt | Noah Strackbein, All Steelers It appears the Broderick Jones will remain the Pittsburgh Steelers starter at right tackle after the rookie started the last two games over veteran Chuks Okorafor. And while the rookie has impressed...
Behind the Steel Curtain Nov 14, 2023
Mike Tomlin says Steelers’ rookies are “just beginning” their story
Photo by Justin K. Aller/ Pittsburgh’s rookies have been a vital part of the Steelers’ success The Steelers’ draft class has been a vital part of the team’s 6-3 start. Broderick Jones has single-handedly changed how the team runs the football, helping Pittsburgh total 371 rushing yards over the last two weeks. Joey Porter Jr. leads all cornerbacks in reception percentage (minimum 91 coverage snaps). Keeanu Benton has been a force, and stepped up when Cam Heyward went down with a groin injury. While fans clamored to see more of Jones and Porter in the early...
Behind the Steel Curtain Nov 13, 2023
Steelers QB Kenny Pickett must begin to work the middle of the field
Photo by Joe Sargent/ The Pittsburgh Steelers enter Week 11 with a 6-3 record, just one game back from first place in the division behind the Baltimore Ravens, and things are looking up for the offense. The run game has shown a spark. The offensive line seems to be gelling with Broderick Jones at right tackle. The pass attack with second-year quarterback Kenny Pickett? That hasn’t given us all that much to talk about. Outside of some occasional rhythm that Pickett has shown in the fourth quarter, the rest of the passing game has left a lot to be desired. There are...
Behind the Steel Curtain Nov 13, 2023
Terrible Towel Tales: Broderick Jones continues to impress Mike Tomlin
Photo by Joe Sargent/ Steelers news and commentary for Monday, November 13 Welcome to the Terrible Towel Tales, where we’ll highlight some of the latest stories permeating Steelers media for your reading pleasure every Monday through Saturday. In today’s news… Broderick Jones keeps impressing Mike Tomlin, Steelers: ‘He’s been really good’ | Nick Farabaugh, Steelers Now “You know, I think he’s been really good, and we’ve been really good” Tomlin said. “You can’t deny that.” He doesn’t sustain blocks yet. His hand placement is all over the...
Behind the Steel Curtain Nov 8, 2023
Report Cards: Rookie Broderick Jones performing well
Photo by Cooper Neill/ Broderick Jones was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers with the No. 14 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted Broderick Jones with the No. 14 overall pick to give him the chance to become the franchise offensive tackle. However, Jones is off to a bit of a slow start to his NFL career, but that’s through no fault of his own. Jones has appeared in all eight of the Steelers’ games so far, but he’s only logged two starts. Bleacher Report’s Ryan Fowler played the role of teacher and gave every first-round draft pick...
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Nov 8, 2023
WATCH: Should Steelers' Broderick Jones be starting at right tackle or left?
Should Broderick Jones start at right tackle for the rest of 2023? Also, what is the team's most realistic playoff path right now?
Behind the Steel Curtain Nov 7, 2023
Broderick Jones, Joey Porter officially listed as starters on depth chart
Photo by Chris Unger/ The Steelers’ rookies have impressed in increased roles After weeks of fans clamoring for young talent to see the field, the Steelers have finally listened. Both Broderick Jones and Joey Porter Jr. are now officially listed as starters on Pittsburgh’s depth chart. Jones is listed as the starting right tackle after a very strong performance against the Titans. Joey Porter is now starting over Levi Wallace opposite of Patrick Peterson. Broderick Jones and Joey Porter Jr. now listed as starters on the Steelers depth chart.— Nick Farabaugh...
