About
Steel City Underground is an independent and trusted Pittsburgh Steelers media outlet delivering daily news, analysis, opinion, podcasts, videos, graphics, and social content. Founded in 2014, SCU has grown into a multi‑platform destination for Steelers Nation, offering informed coverage of roster moves, coaching developments, game‑day performance, and every major storyline surrounding the Black and Gold.
The Black and Gold Standard for Pittsburgh Steelers Coverage.
How it all started…
It was Memorial Day at my mother‑in‑law’s house. As usual, I cracked open a cold brew and settled in to talk sports with my cousins. Our conversations always bounce from baseball to hockey, but we never get together without talking about “our” Steelers.
That day, we were having a classic water‑cooler debate about Pittsburgh getting back into postseason contention after a pair of 8–8 seasons. Around that time, I was known for going on long social media rants about the team — long enough that my cousin finally said, “You should just start your own blog.”
With a background in English and journalism from college, the idea clicked. I’d always had the tools to write, report, and communicate clearly — I just needed a platform. That moment became the spark for Steel City Underground, which launched in June 2014 and has evolved ever since.
What started as a simple fan‑driven blog quickly grew into a daily source for Steelers news, analysis, opinion, and Pittsburgh culture — all from an independent and trusted perspective. As SCU expanded, so did our audience. Our Facebook and Twitter communities grew into the thousands, and our monthly reach climbed into the millions.
In February 2016, the Steel City Underground Podcast debuted and landed on the iTunes “New and Noteworthy” list in its first month. Today, the show reaches listeners across Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, and every major podcast platform.
Over time, SCU grew from a one‑man operation into a full team of talented contributors. I still think back to that moment — sitting with my cousin, beer in hand — wondering who would care what I had to say. Now I’m fortunate to work alongside one of the best teams on the Internet, pushing SCU to new heights every year.
Whether you’re new here or a longtime supporter, we appreciate you being part of the journey. Hope “yinz” enjoy the ride with us.
– Joe Kuzma, Founder, Steel City Underground
