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Winners and Losers Vs Saints

Episode Summary

The Steelers improve to 5-2 after defeating the New Orleans Saints 16-10, but not everyone deserves to celebrate. Bobby Missos breaks down Pittsburgh's biggest winners and losers, from Jaylen Warren's dominant performance and Patrick Queen's defensive leadership to Troy Fautanu's struggles and an offense that continues to leave points on the field.

Episode Notes

Steelers Winners & Losers: Who Stepped Up Against the Saints?

The Pittsburgh Steelers are 5-2 after defeating the New Orleans Saints 16-10 in Paris, but the final score doesn't tell the entire story.

In this episode of Locked On Steelers Hits, Bobby Missos breaks down the biggest winners and losers from Pittsburgh's latest victory.

Jaylen Warren put together one of his best performances of the season, Patrick Queen led the defense, and Keeanu Benton helped shut down the Saints' rushing attack. Pittsburgh held New Orleans to just 18 rushing yards on 17 attempts.

But despite the victory, several players struggled. Troy Fautanu had a difficult afternoon protecting Aaron Rodgers, Jalen Ramsey struggled in coverage, and Pittsburgh's offense managed just 16 points despite producing 343 total yards.

Who deserves the most credit for the win, and who needs to step up before the Steelers' next game?

🏈 Episode Topics & Timestamps

00:00 — Steelers Beat the Saints: Winners & Losers

• Pittsburgh improves to 5-2.
• Steelers defeat New Orleans 16-10.
• Bobby previews the biggest winners and losers.

00:17 — Welcome to Locked On Steelers Hits

• Pittsburgh gets the victory.
• Why some performances deserve praise while others raise concerns.

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00:43 — WINNER #1: Jaylen Warren Dominates

• 18 carries for 101 rushing yards.
• 5.6 yards per carry.
• Three receptions for 36 yards.
• 137 total yards from scrimmage.
• Warren accounts for approximately 40% of Pittsburgh's offense.
• Is Warren becoming the identity of the Steelers' offense?

01:11 — WINNER #2: Patrick Queen Steps Up

• 10 tackles, one sack, and a pass defended.
• Queen makes plays against both the run and pass.
• Why Pittsburgh needs this level of linebacker play moving forward.

01:25 — WINNER #3: Keeanu Benton & the Defensive Line

• Two tackles for loss and a batted pass.
• Saints held to 18 rushing yards on 17 attempts.
• Alvin Kamara and the Saints' running game are completely shut down.
• Pittsburgh's defensive front delivers a dominant performance.

01:45 — Honorable Mentions: Payton Wilson & Darnell Washington

• Wilson makes a crucial interception.
• Washington continues to emerge as a reliable option near the goal line.
• Young Steelers players making an impact.

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02:30 — LOSER #1: Troy Fautanu Struggles

• Difficult afternoon against Chase Young.
• Four pressures and two sacks allowed, as discussed in the episode.
• Concerns about protecting Aaron Rodgers.
• Why Pittsburgh's offensive line must improve.

02:55 — LOSER #2: Jalen Ramsey's Coverage

• Concerns about Ramsey's performance in coverage.
• Saints quarterback Tyler Shough completes 30 of 38 passes.
• Pittsburgh dominates against the run but struggles defending the pass.
• Why Ramsey needs to make a bigger impact at cornerback.

03:22 — LOSER #3: The Steelers' Offense

• 343 total yards.
• 10-for-16 on third down.
• Only 16 points scored.
• Chris Boswell accounts for 10 points.
• Aaron Rodgers finishes with 212 passing yards, one touchdown, and no interceptions.
• Why Pittsburgh must start finishing drives.

04:06 — DK Metcalf Needs More Opportunities

• Two receptions for 56 yards.
• One catch accounts for 51 yards.
• Why Pittsburgh needs more consistent production from its top receiver.

04:29 — Final Winners & Losers

• Winners: Warren, Queen, Benton, and Wilson.
• Honorable mention: Rico Dowdle.
• Losers: Fautanu, Ramsey, and Pittsburgh's red-zone offense.

04:45 — Final Thoughts & Steelers Nation Discussion

• Pittsburgh is 5-2, but improvements are needed.
• Who was your biggest winner?
• Who deserves the most criticism?

🔥 Biggest Takeaways

Jaylen Warren is becoming Pittsburgh's offensive identity.

Warren's 137 yards from scrimmage demonstrate how important he has become to the Steelers' success.

The Steelers' run defense is playing at an elite level.

Holding New Orleans to just 18 rushing yards is an impressive defensive accomplishment.

Pittsburgh's offense needs to finish drives.

The Steelers moved the football effectively but struggled to convert that production into touchdowns.

The secondary remains a concern.

Despite shutting down the Saints' rushing attack, Pittsburgh allowed Tyler Shough to complete nearly 79% of his passes.

🎙️ Join the Conversation

Who was your biggest winner and loser from the Steelers' victory over the Saints?

Was Jaylen Warren the MVP of the game? Does Troy Fautanu deserve the most criticism? Or is Pittsburgh's red-zone offense the biggest problem?

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Hosted by Bobby Missos, Locked On Steelers Hits delivers Pittsburgh Steelers analysis, game reactions, player breakdowns, and opinions for Steelers Nation.

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