Let's Ride: Checking the Steelers Stock Report before the NFL Draft

Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast35mApril 8, 2026

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In this episode of the Steel Curtain Network's 'Let's Ride,' host Jeff Harbin delivers a comprehensive pre-draft stock report for the Pittsburgh Steelers, analyzing player performance and roster dynamics ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. He begins with a sponsor segment for Meinl Schmidt Distillery, followed by a detailed breakdown of the Steelers' roster, identifying five players and positions in 'stock down' categories—Caleb Johnson, Roman Wilson, the return man role, left tackle depth, and the quarterback room—due to recent signings and injuries. In contrast, he highlights several 'stock up' areas: Will Howard’s promising reception under new coach Mike McCarthy, the addition of offensive weapons like Michael Pittman Jr. and Rico Dowdle, and improved depth across the defensive line, cornerback group, and offensive line. The second half features a mailbag segment with fan questions, including personal draft memories and plans for the annual draft party in Hagerstown, Maryland, which Harbin confirms will be a recurring event. He concludes with a mock draft scenario using Pro Football Network’s simulator, rejecting trade offers from Philadelphia and Green Bay, and ultimately selecting Penn State offensive guard Vega Ione with the 21st pick, citing his potential to anchor the line for years.

Key Takeaways
1

Caleb Johnson and Roman Wilson are stock down due to new competition and roster depth concerns.

2

The Steelers' quarterback room remains a stock down area without a proven starter.

3

Will Howard’s stock is rising due to positive early buzz from Mike McCarthy and Omar Khan.

4

The Steelers’ offensive weapons are improving with additions like Michael Pittman Jr. and Rico Dowdle.

5

Defensive line and cornerback depth are trending up, signaling a stronger defense.

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Chapters
0:00
2 min

Sponsor: Meinl Schmidt Distillery

Sponsorship segment for Meinl Schmidt Distillery promoting their whiskey with a focus on meaningful moments over labels, offering a 10% discount via SCN's podcast code.

1:45
3 min

Welcome & Episode Overview

Jeff Harbin welcomes listeners, sets the tone for the episode, and outlines the structure: Steelers stock report, mailbag, and a mock draft scenario.

5:00
5 min

Stock Down: Key Players & Positions

Harbin details five stock down areas: Caleb Johnson (backfield depth), Roman Wilson (receiver competition), return man uncertainty, left tackle instability, and quarterback room concerns.

10:00
5 min

Stock Up: Rising Players & Units

Will Howard has to be walking into these workouts with his chest puffed out. I'm not saying it's going to happen, but he's got to be feeling that way.

Highlight
15:00
5 min

Mailbag: Fan Questions & Draft Party Plans

Fan questions cover early draft memories, favorite draft moments, and the future of the Hagerstown draft party, which Harbin confirms will be annual.

High-Impact Quotes
If he falls to 21, I feel like he would be very similar when David DeCastro fell to the Steelers when he was coming out of Stanford.
Jeff Harbin28:52
Viral: 82.0
Will Howard has to be walking into these workouts with his chest puffed out. I'm not saying it's going to happen, but he's got to be feeling that way.
Jeff Harbin12:37
Viral: 78.0
The quarterback room without a starter, an established starter, has to be a stock down position. Has to be.
Jeff Harbin11:45
Viral: 75.0
Speakers

Host

Jeff Harbin
Topics Discussed
Steelers Stock Report95%NFL Draft 202690%Draft Mock Scenarios88%Offensive Line Depth85%Defensive Line Improvements82%Cornerback Depth80%Quarterback Room80%Hagerstown Draft Party75%
People & Brands

Jeff Harbin

person

15xPositive

Steel Curtain Network

organization

10xPositive

Hagerstown

place

6xPositive

Mike McCarthy

person

5xPositive

Will Howard

person

5xPositive

Joey Porter Jr.

person

5xPositive

Vega Ione

person

5xPositive

Roman Wilson

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4xNeutral

Caleb Johnson

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4xNeutral

Broderick Jones

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4xNeutral

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