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A podcast dedicated to focusing on the positives around being a Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Troy uses statistics and deep statistical analysis to focus in on the good things the Steelers do and have done in an attempt to generate more positivity around being a Steeler fan.
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Send us a text In this episode Troy talks about the state of the Steelers and his recent experience putting up with the negativity around this team. Troy talks about why this team can revert very quickly back to the team they were 4 weeks ago. Troy talks about why the Ravens and all other AFC teams in the playoffs are not leaps and bounds ahead of the Steelers. And lastly Troy tries to implore the fans to save the pessimism and negativity for a team that is eliminated from t...
Send us a text In this episode Troy discusses the tough 11 day stretch for the Steelers. He also discusses the Chiefs game and why the score wasn't as indicative of what really happened. Troy talks about the Steelers playoff scenarios going into the final week. Lastly, Troy asks the question to Steelers Nation of "what type of fan are you going to be?" A fan that gives up and has given up? Or a fan that is excited and looking forward to the chance to win the division this weekend?...
Send us a text In this episode Troy discusses why the Steelers are actually better off today following their loss to the Eagles on Sunday. Troy details how the Steelers standing in the AFC, AFC north, and seeding possibilities have not changed. Troy talks about how the Steelers are in the playoffs and how the loss in Philadelphia was not nearly as negative as many think or thought. Troy talks about the health of the team following Mike Tomlin press conference. Finally, Troy ...
Send us a text In this episode Troy recaps the win over the Browns and discusses why this team is built for a post season run. Troy also talks about how this team should be embracing the opportunity to test themselves against high quality opponents over the next 3 games. Troy talks about playoff scenarios and discusses why he thinks it is so important for the Steelers to win the division and earn a home playoff game.
Send us a text In this episode Troy discusses both the recent Browns blizzard game and the Bengals shootout. Troy gives his reasons on why the Steelers were still the better team in Cleveland, despite losing. He also recaps the amazing 44 point explosion vs the Bengals. Troy discusses why this Steeler team has all the tools to win and should make a deep playoff run. Troy also talks about where the Steelers are in the AFC North, AFC, and NFL. Lastly Troy talks abo...
Send us a text In this episode Troy recaps the victory over Baltimore, discusses why Steeler fans should be optimistic about how they won, and where they sit in the AFC as of today. Troy also talks about why he thinks Mike Tomlin and the Steeler coaching staff are "in the zone."
Send us a text In this episode, Troy recaps the Steeler's win over the Commanders and talks about why this team is built to make a playoff push. Troy talks about how the Steelers can beat any team in the league and have no "Achilles heel." Troy previews the Ravens game and looks at the remaining schedule.
Send us a text In this episode Troy recaps the win against the Giants, discusses why the Steelers are a "good" team, and why the narratives around this team and their wide receiver room are incorrect. Troy talks about where the Steelers rank across the NFL in several key statistics and how their wide receivers stack up.
Send us a text In this episode Troy recaps the Steelers win over the Jets on Sunday night. Troy talks about the big plays, the game changing plays, and the unsung plays that made the result. Troy talks about the quarterback room and the good things Russell Wilson brings to the table. Lastly Troy discussed the immediate and mid range possible future of this team over the next few months.
Send us a text In this episode Troy recaps the Steelers victory over the Raiders 32-13. He talks about how odd it is to continue to see a lot of negativity around this team despite such a win. Troy discusses the upcoming Jets game and why the QB "situation" does not really matter. Troy discusses his optimism for the Steelers heading into the bye week in 2 weeks. Finally, Troy implores Steeler Nation to be fans and enjoy this win.
Send us a text In this episode Troy tries to convince the Steeler Nation that there is no need to panic. The Steelers still have a winning record, have a high ceiling, and have key pieces coming back over the next few weeks. Troy spends some time talking about the injuries that the Steelers are playing through and how getting some of the key players back will make this team better. Troy also tries to give some perspective on this season compared to last season. Lastly, Troy ...
Send us a text In this episode Troy recaps the win against the Chargers, talks about where the Steelers stack up in the AFC and the NFL, and why Steeler Nation should be optimistic about week 4 in Indy.
Send us a text In this episode Troy talks about how good it feels to be 2-0 while still finding footing on offense. Troy also discusses the major positives to take from the win in Denver and why he feels really excited about the Steelers against the Chargers in week 3. Finally, Troy spends some time discussing the positives on O and compares it, and specifically the quarterback, to the rest of the league.
Send us a text In this episode Troy recaps the Steelers win over the Atlanta Falcons in week 1. He discusses why Steeler fans should be optimistic about the defense AND the offense heading into week 2. Troy discusses the matchup between Denver and Pittsburgh and states why the Steelers are already trending in the right direction.
Send us a text In this episode Troy discusses his confusion related to why the media and fan base seem to "hating" on the Steelers. He details why he is confident in Russell Wilson, Mike Tomlin, and the Steelers vs Falcons matchup. He also discusses why everyone needs to calm down about the Steelers wide receiver room.
Send us a text In this episode Troy talks about how excited he is for the Steelers to start the season. He breaks down a few key positives from the final preseason game and looks ahead to game 1 against the Falcons.
Send us a text In this episode Troy discusses the positives from the second preseason game of 2024. He attempts to calm Steeler fans down a bit and remind everyone this is essentially practice. Troy also discusses the stat lines of several NFL QBs this week and why no one should be taking stock in these games.
Send us a text The Steelers are playing football again! In this episode Troy shares what he found positive in the first preseason game. He details some of the things Steelers fans should be really optimistic about including Zach Frazier, Payton Wilson, Beanie Bishop, Justin Fields, and Arthur Smith. Troy also talks a little about the potential Brandon Aiyuk trade rumors, value in the QB room, and why the Steelers schedule does not scare him. Enjoy!
Send us a text In this episode Troy talks about how the 2024 training camp is going as well as why there is no QB controversy in Pittsburgh. Troy then talks about why he thinks the Steelers are getting a lot of value out of the guys on their roster.
Send us a text In this episode Troy does a quick recap of the Steelers exciting offseason and looks ahead to training camp. Troy talks about the major off season moves, the specific holes the Steelers attempted to fill, and why the pessimism about the Steelers "tough" schedule is overblown. Welcome back to the Steelers Optimism podcast!
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