Black and Bold: Top 30 Talk, Part 2

Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast26mApril 11, 2026

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In this second part of the 'Top 30 Talks' segment on the Steel Curtain Network's 'Black and Bold' podcast, host Philly GM dives into the Pittsburgh Steelers' expanded list of top 30 draft visits, now totaling 26 players including three local visits. With a focus on strategic draft planning, the host presents five bold takes: the Steelers will not draft an edge rusher in the first round due to depth at outside linebacker; they are likely to trade up or down in the first round to secure high-graded wide receivers Denzel Boston, Makai Lemon, and Emmanuel McNeil-Warren; linebacker remains a major priority with five prospects visited across all draft rounds; the offensive and defensive lines are deemed sufficiently deep, suggesting a focus on rotational depth over immediate starters; and the quarterback room appears set with Will Howard expected to win the backup role, making other drafted QBs developmental or camp arms. The episode blends analysis with personality, using metaphors like 'Ender’s Game' to emphasize the need for smart, cerebral defenders. The tone is confident, strategic, and optimistic about the team’s direction.

Key Takeaways
1

The Steelers are unlikely to draft an edge rusher in the first round due to depth at outside linebacker.

2

The team is expected to trade up or down in the first round to secure elite wide receivers like Makai Lemon and Denzel Boston.

3

Linebacker is a top priority, with a focus on finding a smart, cerebral 'field general' like Jacob Rodriguez.

4

The offensive and defensive lines are considered deep enough to prioritize depth and rotation over immediate starters.

5

Will Howard is projected to win the backup quarterback job, making other QBs developmental or camp arms.

Chapters
0:00
1 min

Sponsor: Meinl Schmidt Distillery

A promotional segment for Meinl Schmidt Distillery, emphasizing whiskey made for meaningful moments rather than labels, with a discount code for listeners.

1:00
2 min

Welcome Back & Show Context

Host Philly GM welcomes listeners back to 'Black and Bold,' reiterates the show’s value as a Steelers-focused resource, and sets the stage for the Top 30 Talks segment.

2:30
4 min

Top 30 Visits Overview & Context

Philly GM reviews the Steelers’ expanded list of 26 top 30 visits (23 non-local, 3 local), explains the distinction between local and non-local visits, and establishes the high hit rate of first-round picks among those visited.

6:30
8 min

Bold Take #1: No Edge Rusher in Round One

The Steelers are not drafting edge in the first round. It ain't happening.

Highlight
14:00
7 min

Bold Take #2: Trade Up or Down in Round One

The Steelers are going to trade up or trade down in the first round.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
We need our Ender on defense. We need our smart as a whip field general on defense.
Philly GM15:48
Viral: 90.0
The Steelers are not drafting edge in the first round. It ain't happening.
Philly GM9:07
Viral: 85.0
The Steelers are going to trade up or trade down in the first round.
Philly GM9:32
Viral: 78.0
Speakers

Host

Philly GM
Topics Discussed
Steelers Draft Strategy95%Top 30 Visits90%Linebacker Position Focus88%Quarterback Depth82%Trade Strategy80%Offensive Line Needs75%Defensive Line Depth73%Player Evaluation70%
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Pittsburgh Steelers

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Philly GM

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Makai Lemon

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Jacob Rodriguez

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Will Howard

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Denzel Boston

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Emmanuel McNeil-Warren

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5xPositive

Meinl Schmidt Distillery

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Alex Highsmith

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TJ Watt

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