Steelers' Offense Run by Mike McCarthy or Aaron Rodgers as Jaylen Warren Thrives w/Dominant O-Line?
Steelers' Offense Run by Mike McCarthy or Aaron Rodgers as Jaylen Warren Thrives w/Dominant O-Line?  
Podcast: Locked On Steelers – Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Steelers
Published On: Tue Nov 03 2026
Description: Christopher Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, hosts the Locked on Steelers podcast, and is joined by Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com.Pittsburgh Steelers overpower Cleveland Browns with dominant run game, but passing attack sparks concern. Is Mike McCarthy giving Aaron Rodgers too much freedom at the line, or are growing pains part of the winning formula? Chris Carter and Alan Saunders debate the Steelers’ red zone struggles, DK Metcalf’s costly miscues, and the impact of the team’s run-heavy approach as they hit the season’s halfway point.Stars and Skulls grades shake up the roster spotlight, with Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle earning high marks for their backfield brilliance, and Mason McCormick anchoring an offensive line that bulldozed the Browns. The discussion explores whether the Steelers’ current formula can sustain a top spot in the AFC, how upcoming matchups against the Bengals and Jaguars could expose weaknesses, and why a wide receiver trade might be on the horizon as the deadline approaches. Where do the Steelers go from here?CALL INTO THE SHOW AT 412-223-6644 or if international, e-mail your audio message to LOSTEELERSTOPICBAG@GMAIL.COMFollow Chris Carter on Twitter: @CarterCritiques.Theme music is 'How Can I Lose' by Johnny Quest the Rebel, under his label Renaissance Music. Find more from their label here.This show is part of the Locked on Podcast Network.Photo Credit: Charles LeClaire, Barry ReegerSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp is now in network with more than 125 health plans, with many copays as low as $15 for eligible members.  And if you don’t have eligible insurance or live outside the US, you can still get 20% off your first month. Sign up and get 20% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDON OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.Gameday Men's HealthBook your complimentary test and consult at https://join.gamedaymenshealth.com/reasons_to_choose_gameday-1201?utm_source=lockedon&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=NFL&utm_network=lockedon&utm_adgroup=corp&ghl_tag=national,corpButcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONNFL to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always.AppleYou can earn up to 3% unlimited Daily Cash back on every purchase you make with Apple Card using Apple Pay. Apply in the Wallet app on your iPhone today. Subject to credit approval. Apple Card issued by Goldman Sachs Bank, USA. Salt Lake City Branch. Terms and more at apple-card-dot-com.https://learn.applecard.apple/unlimited-daily-cash?cid=apy-318-2000008800000-400000000000039&itscg=2030032&itsct=srvs-crd-P3004756-C3004897&mttnagencyid=c1a&mttnsiteid=133087&mttnpid=LockedOn%20%28Audio%29&mttnsubad=srvs-crd-P3004756-C3004897&mttnsubplmnt=&mttncc=USPrizePicksVisit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFL and use code LOCKEDONNFL and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup!KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelMake this your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Download the app or visit http://FanDuel.com to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.