Christopher Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, hosts the Locked on Steelers podcast.

The Pittsburgh Steelers need to free up more chances for T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith to be game wreckers. Christopher Carter breaks down how that will happen with his film study, and why it could change everything about the defense and Mike Tomlin's pass rush in 2025. Also, Chris takes your calls to answer question about the defensive depth on the roster with Derrick Harmon, Jack Sawyer, Cory Trice and other key young players. Finally, Chris answers a question on the 2026 NFL Draft on what the plan might be if the Steelers don't think their quarterback of the future is available.

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Christopher Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, hosts the Locked on Steelers podcast.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are rumored to have called several NFL teams about potentially trading for an offensive weapon to add as a playmaker in the passing game. Christopher Carter goes over why he thinks it's more of a research project than a true effort to trade right now for Omar Khan, and what it might take for the Steelers to pull off such a trade for a big playmaker like Terry McLaurin.

Also, Chris examines the potential of the Steelers trading for Jonnu Smith, and why their reported interest in him seems directly linked to Arthur Smith having control of building the offense. Finally, Chris explains whyt T.J. Watt will sign an extension with the Steelers.

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Theme music is 'How Can I Lose' by Johnny Quest the Rebel, under his label Renaissance Music. Find more from their label here.

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Christopher Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, hosts the Locked on Steelers podcast.

The Pittsburgh Steelers need Joey Porter Jr.to develop into a cornerback star for the defense, and Darius Slay Jr. is the player they think can both play well with him and mentor him moving forward. But what key factors could make them the right pair to boost the Steelers' secondary? Christopher Carter gives his insights and shows clips from their interviews during Steelers OTAs.

Also, Broderick Jones spoke on his efforts to lose weight heading into the 2025 season. How can that make him a better offensive tackle now that he's settling back into left tackle, where he feels a more natural fit on the offensive line?

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Follow 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.

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