Homies: Ranking the AFC North Offensive Line for 2026
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In this lively episode of the Steel Curtain Network, hosts Peyton and B-Dirt kick off a Friday night homies-style discussion with banter, nostalgia, and deep dives into the AFC North's offensive lines ahead of the 2026 season. They begin with a playful roast of their own podcasting quirks, including AI-generated avatars and memory lapses, before diving into a ranked breakdown of the four teams’ offensive lines. The Cleveland Browns are seen as a high-risk, high-reward rebuild with four new starters and a brotherous roster, but concerns about cohesion and continuity linger. The Bengals are viewed as having improved in the second half of the 2025 season, with Amarius Mims emerging as a key player, though depth remains a concern. The Ravens face a major rebuild after losing Linderbaum, with a clear need for interior line help, especially at center. The Steelers, projected to be ranked #1, are seen as having talent but with uncertainty around Broderick Jones’ health and left tackle depth, prompting a mock draft where they prioritize offensive line upgrades. The episode culminates in a fast-paced, four-round mock draft where each host drafts for their respective team, with mixed results and plenty of humor. The hosts emphasize the importance of continuity, depth, and strategic drafting, especially for teams with new coaching staffs and major roster turnover.
The Cleveland Browns' offensive line is the most overhauled in the AFC North, but their lack of cohesion could lead to early-season struggles despite high-profile signings.
The Bengals have shown improvement in the second half of the 2025 season, with Amarius Mims emerging as a breakout player, but depth remains a critical vulnerability.
The Ravens' offensive line is in transition after losing Linderbaum, and they should prioritize drafting interior linemen in the first few rounds to rebuild their core.
The Steelers are projected as the top offensive line in the AFC North, but Broderick Jones’ health and left tackle uncertainty remain key concerns.
A strong draft strategy should focus on drafting versatile, high-upside interior linemen to address long-term depth and continuity.
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Opening Banter & Sponsor Intro
The episode kicks off with a humorous, nostalgic intro featuring a sponsored whiskey ad from Meinl Schmidt Distillery, followed by the hosts joking about their age, memories, and the charm of unplanned Friday night gatherings with friends.
Nostalgia & Personal Football Roots
The hosts dive into personal football and basketball memories, discussing their first favorite athletes—Mark McGuire, Barry Sanders, and Michael Jordan—while sharing stories from high school and early fandom.
AFC North Offensive Line Rankings: Cleveland Browns
“They lost some really good guys... But there's that continuity aspect of it and these guys haven't played together. There's that part of it.”
AFC North Offensive Line Rankings: Cincinnati Bengals
“I think they'll battle the Steelers for the second or third place as far as best offensive line in the division.”
AFC North Offensive Line Rankings: Baltimore Ravens
“The money he gets, the money he gets. Steelers offensive line. Man, we got some holes specifically on the left side.”
“Linderbaum is making 50% more than the second highest paid player. Let that sink in.”
“They lost some really good guys... But there's that continuity aspect of it and these guys haven't played together. There's that part of it.”
“I think they'll battle the Steelers for the second or third place as far as best offensive line in the division.”
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peyton
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b-dirt
person
pittsburgh steelers
other
cleveland browns
other
baltimore ravens
other
cincinnati bengals
other
linderbaum
person
broderick jones
person
amarius mims
person
vega
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