The Terrible Podcast — Queen Agent Change, Cousins Contract, Ioane Sliding, Explosive Pass Plays Study & More

The Terrible Podcast dives into a quiet but pivotal moment in Steelers offseason activity, focusing on Patrick Queen's agency switch to Team IFA ahead of his contract year, sparking speculation about his future in Pittsburgh. Hosts Dave Bryan and Alex Cazura analyze Queen’s value, durability, and the need for a breakout season to justify a long-term deal, while also discussing the Steelers' reluctance to trade him for less than a third-round pick. The conversation shifts to Kirk Cousins' surprising move to the Raiders, a complex contract that guarantees him $20 million in 2026 and sets up a potential $10 million roster bonus in 2027, which could influence Aaron Rodgers' own negotiations. The hosts debate whether Cousins’ deal impacts Rodgers’ market value, ultimately concluding it likely doesn’t, but it does highlight the Steelers’ urgency to resolve Rodgers’ status before the draft. A deep dive into the Steelers’ passing game reveals a troubling trend: only 41 explosive plays in 2025, with the lowest average air yards in the league, raising concerns about their ability to push the ball downfield under Mike McCarthy’s new scheme. The episode wraps with a discussion on the draft, including guard prospects like Vega and Ioane, trade-down possibilities, and the emotional impact of PFF layoffs, underscoring the fragility of NFL analytics infrastructure.