Chris Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, hosts the Locked on Steelers podcast, and is joined by Mike D'Abate of Locked on Patriots for Crossover Thursday.The Pittsburgh Steelers need Mitch Trubisky to spark chemistry with Pat Freiermuth to get their offense going against the New England Patriots. In this Crossover Thursday episode, Chris Carter of Locked on Steelers and Mike D'Abate of Locked on Patriots see the key to the upcoming matchup coming down to controlling in the middle of the field. Trubisky wouldn't throw in the middle of the field until overtime against the Cincinnati Bengals, and that has to change for the Steelers to win Sunday.Also, Najee Harris looks like he might actually play against the Patriots while Ja'Whaun Bentley is a key linebacker for New England who might miss the game. Both are important, and play a factor in key matchups.Finally, as the Steeler get ready for their home opener, will Pittsburgh fans have patience with Mitch Trubisky? Or will Kenny Pickett get his shot sooner rather than later?CALL INTO THE SHOW AT 412-223-6644 or if international, e-mail your audio message to LOSTEELERSTOPICBAG@GMAIL.COMFollow Chris Carter on Twitter: @CarterCritiques.Theme music is 'Soul Kick' by Ceddy P, and 'Too Easy' by Nerdboy. Both from their label Renaissance Music. Find more from their label here.This show is part of the Locked on Podcast Network. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!DaveDownload the Dave app from the App store right now for an Extra Cash account and get up to 500 dollars instantly. For terms and conditions go to dave.com/legal. Instant transfer fees apply. Banking provided by Evolve. Member FDIC.BetterHelpIt’s not a crisis line, it’s not self-help, it’s professional therapy done securely online, available to people worldwide. And they have a special offer for my listeners: get 10% off your first month at Betterhelp.com/LockedOnEliasNFL season is right around the corner, so don’t wait! Find Elias Game Plan in the App Store or Play Store today!LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFLBuilt BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts!Athletic GreensTo make it easy, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/NFLNETWORK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices