The Snap Count 8/20/26: Former Pittsburgh Steelers and Super Bowl champions Trai Essex and Charlie Batch are back to break down a potential quarterback roster crunch in Pittsburgh as the Steelers head into Preseason Week Two. With decisions looming in the QB room, Trai and Charlie discuss how the competition is shaping up, which quarterbacks have the most to prove, and whether Pittsburgh could be facing some difficult roster decisions before the regular season arrives.
Plus, the guys look ahead to Preseason Week Two and identify the players, position battles, and storylines Steelers fans need to watch closely. Who needs a big performance to secure a roster spot, which young players could continue to rise, and what do Trai and Charlie want to see from Pittsburgh before the preseason wraps up? It’s another loaded edition of The Snap Count featuring a Super Bowl champion’s perspective on everything Pittsburgh Steelers!
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17 Aug 2026
The Snap Count 8/17/26
The Snap Count 8/17/26: Drew Allar ARRIVES: Steelers' Preseason Opener GRADES + Trench Report: Which Pittsburgh Offensive Lineman FAILED?
Former Pittsburgh Steelers and Super Bowl champions Trai Essex and Charlie Batch are back to break down everything from the Steelers’ preseason opener, starting with the arrival of Drew Allar. Trai and Charlie grade Allar’s performance, discuss what stood out from the young quarterback, and assess what his debut could mean for Pittsburgh’s QB room moving forward. The guys also hand out their preseason opener grades, highlighting the biggest winners, surprises, and players who still have plenty to prove.
Plus, it’s time for the Trench Report as former Steelers offensive lineman Trai Essex takes a closer look at Pittsburgh’s performance up front. Which offensive linemen impressed, who struggled, and did anyone actually FAIL their first preseason test? Trai and Charlie break down the protection, run blocking, position battles, and what needs to improve before the games start counting. It’s another loaded edition of The Snap Count with a Super Bowl champion’s perspective on everything Pittsburgh Steelers!
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