The Pittsburgh Steelers are celebrating the 50th anniversary of their 1974 Super Bowl season. But one story from that year is getting overshadowed during the celebrations of the birth of the dynasty. That year, Joe Gilliam became the first black quarterback in the Super Bowl era to be named QB1 to start a season. He led the Steelers to a 4-1-1 record before Chuck Noll replaced him with Terry Bradshaw. Documentary filmmaker Dexter Rogers joins us to talk about the racial dynamics that surrounded that decision and how Gilliam's benching fueled his depression and addiction that would derail his career.
We'll also talk about the Mike Tomlin apology tour that's been in effect since the Steelers victory over the New York Jets.
Plus, why some say Russell Wilson was actually bailed out by his playmakers.
Also Teryl Austin gets criticized for playing TJ Watt no differently than Dick LeBeau played James Harrison.
And a Primate sandwich fit for a starting quarterback.
What Yinz Talkin' Bout is the conversation about the Steelers social media conversation, exposing the week's hot and toxic takes. Hosted by Kyle Chrise and Greg Benevent.
Watch "Joe Gilliam: What could have been but never was"
Join the What Yinz Talkin' Bout slack
