Mike Drop

With a lot going on around WVU sports and even the national scene, Mike Asti joined Alex Wiederspiel on WKMZ to discuss the experience covering the WVU women's basketball team hosting NCAA Tournament games, the expectations for next season now on the men's team, WVU baseball, JJ Wetherholt and so much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ahead of the most hyped Pirates season in recent memory, Mike Asti welcomes the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Noah Hiles to "Mike Drop" to discuss what the validity of the expectations surrounding the team and their star rookie Konnor Griffin. Hiles offers his insight about what he feels is reasonable to expect from several key players, including Griffin, and the difference within the franchise this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the dust settles on another runner-up finish for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, Mike Asti explains what's been going wrong and what USA Baseball needs to change in order to win a championship again. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Asti welcomed longtime journalist and Pittsburgh Post-Gazette columnist Paul Zeise on "Mike Drop" to bring the intensity when discussing the future of the Steelers, the ceiling for this Penguins team, the reasonable expectations for the Pirates and why the Jeff Capel era has been a disaster for Pitt. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is a failing report card a big deal for the Steelers? What does it mean for the present and future of the franchise? Mike Asti hits every angle on this episode of Mike Drop, dropping the mic on Art Rooney II while explaining why things will be different when Dan Rooney Jr. takes over. Featured image credit: Ed Thompson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Athletic's Josh Yohe joins Mike Asti for an all Penguins edition of Mike Drop. Yohe explains why he thinks the Penguins are exceeding expectations, what their chances actually are in the Eastern Conference and what this season has done to Kyle Dubas' plan. He even gives his thoughts on if Sidney Crosby is now the greatest player in franchise history over Mario Lemieux. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Asti offers his unfiltered reaction to the Steelers hiring Mike McCarthy as their new head coach. Asti goes over why it's off script from the norm, why he doesn't like the hire, what it means about Art Rooney II and the Steelers as a franchise and why many fans aren't excited at all. Featured image: Jan 5, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy looks on during the first half against the Washington Commanders at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Now that the 2026 class is official, Mike Asti welcomed longtime baseball writer and Baseball Hall of Famer voter John Perrotto on Mike Drop to debate his ballot, including some controversial selections. They, of course, discussed how the legendary players connected to performance enhancing drugs should be handled. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Going live minutes after the news of Mike Tomlin stepping down broke, Mike Asti drops the mic on a special live reaction edition of Mike Drop. Asti talks Tomlin's polarizing legacy, why it was time, why he's destined for Canton and whee both sides go from here. Featured image credit: Ed Thompson/Steelers Now Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this edition of Mike Drop, Mike Asti unleashes on Mike Tomlin blowing a chance to wrap up the division with a horrible loss in Cleveland and then tackles multiple false narratives surrounding the Steelers and their polarizing head coach. Featured image credit: Ed Thompson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As voters begin to release their Baseball Hall of Fame vote, the Associated Press' Will Graves joins Mike Asti to discuss (and defend) his ballot. They get into who he voted for and why, his thoughts on voters who have 10 players on their ballot every year no matter what and how he handles those clouded by performance enhancing drugs. After the Cooperstown talk, they then pivot into the state of the Steelers and the current conversation around Mike Tomlin and Aaron Rodgers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For a special conversation at a very appropriate time, Mike Asti welcomed Jay Paterno on his "Mike Drop" show. Paterno offered his honest thoughts about Matt Campbell, the Penn State coaching search, the expectations on the program, the state of college football as a whole and so much more. And yes, Paterno responded to LaVar Arrington's recent comments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the Penn State coaching search now over and Matt Campbell in State College, Mike Asti welcomed Nittany Sports Now's Joe Smeltzer on his "Mike Drop" show to discuss the good, bad and the ugly of the search and what the future may look like moving forward for the Nittany Lions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the heels of a big day for WVU football, Mike Asti jumped on WKMZ with Alex Wiederspiel. They talked what adding a nationally respected recruit does for the expectations of next season and then pivot into discussing WVU basketball winning despite the struggles of a top player. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Asti talks with Pitt color analyst Pat Bostick about his recent take that Aaron Rodgers is the best quarterback to ever play for the Steelers. The two discuss (and debate some) the legacies of Rodgers, Ben Roethlisberger and Terry Bradshaw. Can Mike offer any counter points argue for Big Ben or even Bradshaw? Find out on this edition of Mike Drop. After ranking the all-time great quarterbacks, Mike also asks Pat his thoughts on if college players should be able to bet on pro sports and the current College Football Playoff format. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Steelers OC and NFL coach Todd Haley joins Mike Asti to evaluate Aaron Rodgers and Joe Flacco and discuss the Steelers' true chances this season. Haley also defends his former boss when responding to the fans who want Mike Tomlin fired and also explains why the Browns shouldn't have drafted Shedeur Sanders at all. Image credit to Mark Alberti/Icon Sportswire) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With so much Russell Wilson slander out there, Mike Asti decided to drop the mic on a couple national analyst for their recent asinine comments about the quarterback. Asti then pivoted to explain why Wilson would have to get into the Hall of Fame if Eli Manning is ever inducted. And then in closing, he argues why Paul Skenes' 2025 season is the greatest season for a pitcher in the history of the Pittsburgh Pirates franchise. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Leading up to West Virginia's Big 12 opener at Kansas, WV Sports Now's Mike Asti jumped on WKMZ with Alex Wiederspiel to discuss the top storylines of the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Asti reacts to the shocking Micah Parsons trade on this ⁠solo "Mike Drop" edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-Saw Show⁠. Asti rants on Jerry Jones being way different now than in his younger days, letting a negotiation get personal, caring more about business than winning and why this deal is nothing like when the Dallas Cowboys traded Hershel Walker before their 1990s dynasty years. Asti even touches on why this move makes the Green Bay Packers instant title contenders. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Since the 2025 season marks the beginning of another new era for college football, Mike Asti welcomed Bill Bender of the Sporting News back on Mike Drop to discuss health of the sport and what the future may look like. They also talked Rich Rodriguez's return to West Virginia in the back half of the show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cam Heyward demanding the Steelers award him a new contract again triggered Mike Asti, promoting a rant edition of Mike Drop. Asti explains why Heyward didn't really bet on himself like he thinks he did and why the Steelers shouldn't cave to his demands. Image credit: Ed Thompson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Longtime college football insider Phil Steele joined Mike Asti to discuss the release of his 2025 preview. Asti asked Steele about his thoughts on playoff expansion and which format works best and if he believes contracts and a salary cap and contracts are coming. Steele then broke down his expectations for WVU, Pitt and Penn State with fall camp just weeks away. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For bonus content only a couple weeks away from the start of fall camp, WV Sports Now's Mike was asked to preview the upcoming WVU football season on KMA Radio. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Prompted by the blockbuster trade that sent Minkah Fitzpatrick back to Miami and brought Jalen Ramsey to Pittsburgh, Mike Asti held an emergency pod edition of "Mike Drop" to offer his instant reaction to the surprising news. (Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In his first show back after a personal hiatus, Mike Asti drops the mic on several of the most talked about Pittsburgh sports topics today. First, Asti explains why he can be classified as an Aaron Rodgers believer but it his Steelers tenure does have a ceiling. Next, he touches on why the new head coach of the Penguins is only a bridge guy and won't around whenever the franchise wins again. And to close the show, Asti goes over why Andrew McCutchen has no shot at making the Baseball Hall of Fame and the debate is insulting to players with better resumes who aren't getting in either. Image credit: Ed Thompson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

To discuss two topics with one guest, Mike Asti welcomes Baseball Hall of Fame voter and Associated Press writer Will Graves on this episode of Mike Drop. They talk why this bad Pirates season is different from the previous ones and then why Pete Rose and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson are completely different cases when it comes to the Hall of Fame now that they are both eligible. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Asti was right! After being right about the Steelers trading George Pickens, Asti offers his thoughts about the Pickens trade and what it means for Aaron Rodgers, the 2025 season and the future of the franchise on the latest edition of his "Mike Drop" show. Image credit: Ed Thompson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Saying Pirates fans are fed up is an understatement. And on this episode of Mike Drop, Mike Asti talks with Gabe Mazefsky, a fan gaining some local for fame for being part of an initiative to try to force Bob Nutting to sell the team, about what led to the billboards, why Paul Skenes is the tipping point, the vibe of the fanbase and what's planned if things don't change soon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What are the Steelers doing? Well, Mike Asti tries to answer that question while also providing his (sometimes hot) takes about Pittsburgh waiting for Aaron Rodgers and showing interest in Shedeur Sanders. He even explains why the Steelers should NOT break the bank for T.J. Watt. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does the DK Metcalf trade mean for the rest of the Steelers offseason? On this episode of Mike Drop, Mike Asti gives two clear responses to that question and reacts to the Steelers big swing for a big time wide receiver. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Should the Steeles trade for Matthew Stafford? That's the focus on this episode of Mike Drop. Mike Asti explains why he's torn about the idea of Stafford and even goes into why it's crazy for the Rams to move him. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mid February always marks the period on the NFL calendar that requires fans to use their BS meter more than any other. And with rumors swirling, Mike Asti welcomed a familiar voice back to Mike Drop to cut through all of the BS and be honest about the Steelers in 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In an effort to fully celebrate the Mountaineer legend, Mike Asti welcomed College Football Hall of Famer Steve Slaton on this special edition of Mountaineer Report. Slaton shared a funny story about how he found out about being elected to the Hall of Fame and explained what fans don’t know about his career at West Virginia and his exit after his junior year. He even offered his thoughts on transfer portal, NIL and what he would say to James Franklin if he got the chance to finally talk to the coach who pulled his Maryland scholarship. Did Slaton ever consider transferring out of WVU? His answer might surprise you…. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the first episode of Mike Drop in 2025, Mike Asti welcomes Pittsburgh media colleague Tim Benz of the Tribune-Review to offer the Steelers a reality check at the start of the new year. Just when fans thought this season might be different, the Steelers end up losing to contending teams and dealing with drama. What's been going wrong? How much is the drama impacting the team on the field? Are the Steelers contenders or just pretenders again? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Enjoy the glory of Thanksgiving and listen to an all new episode of Mike Drop! Mike Asti welcomes former Pittsburgh sports radio host David Todd to the show to get to the bottom of what to make of the loss to the Browns, how Arthur Smith is performing as offensive coordinator, the present and future of the quarterback position and if the defense is what is actually holding the team back from being a true contender. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How well did Russell Wilson really play in his Steelers debut? What can hold the Steelers back from ending their drought without a playoff win? Nick Farabaugh of Penn Live joins Mike Asti on this edition of Mike Drop to answers those questions and break everything Steelers down. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As he does every week, Mike Asti appeared on WKMZ with Alex Wiederspiel. They talked the WVU-Oklahoma State matchup and how it will impact the Big 12 standings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's an all football edition of Mike Drop! Mike Asti welcomes Chris Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and the Locked On Steelers Podcast to the show to evaluate the Steelers through two games and discuss what Justin Fields has to do to keep the starting quarterback job when Russell Wilson is healthy. They also talk the outlook for Pitt after winning the Backyard Brawl, a game both Mike and Chris covered. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penguins fans, meet Joe Brand. On this episode of Mike Drop, Mike Asti talks with the new radio play-by-play voice of the Pittsburgh Penguins, introducing him to his new audience. Brand tells Asti about his journey, his "welcome to the show, kid" moment and why he's ready for the assignment that is calling games for Sidney Crosby and one of the NHL's top franchises. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

During an appearance on WKMZ with Alex Wiederspiel, Mike Asti designates each game on the WVU schedule as either one the Mountaineers will be the favorite, the underdog or one that could swing either way. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the summer nears its end, Mike Asti talks with Alex Wiederspiel on WKMZ about the storylines to look out for during WVU football fall camp. After discussing Mountaineer football, Asti then covers five WVU baseball players being drafted and how this will impact the start of the Steve Sabins era in West Virginia. They even appreciate College Football 25 and all its glory during this show as well. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pardon this interruption of any summer fun, but the 2024 college football season is fast approaching. And to preview what to expect from WVU, Pitt and Penn State, Mike Asti welcomed Bill Bender of the Sporting News back on Mike Drop. Bender discussed what he likes and what he doesn't like about each team this year and then offered what it could mean for the future of each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the atmosphere around Neal Brown and his WVU football team completely different from last offseason, Mike Asti discussed how the Mountaineers proved their doubters wrong in 2023 and why the expectations are sky high for the upcoming 2024 season as part of KMA Radio’s college football preview series. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode of Mike Drop offers wall-to-wall Pittsburgh sports talk with Mike Asti and longtime TV writer and current host of the Minus Three Podcast Dave Dameshek. They try to make sense of why Mike Tomlin is so polarizing, discuss if there's a new sense of urgency around the Steelers, which NHL franchise owns the best all-time Stanley Cup roster and the increased national interest in the Pirates because of Paul Skenes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Asti, of WV Sports Now and Yardbarker, talked with Alex Wiederspiel on his radio show to put the end of the Randy Mazey tenure into perspective for the WVU baseball program, to discuss Joe Mazzulla in the NBA Finals and so much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After making news with a major career shift, Doug Gottlieb joined Mike Asti to discuss the journey that's led him to his latest challenge as head coach of University Wisconsin-Green Bay. Gottlieb detailed the timeline that landed him the Green Bay job, why the new landscape of college sports provides him an advantage over longer tenured coaches and where he plans to be in five years. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.