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PM Team FULL Show 3-18-26

PM Team FULL Show 3-18-26

Mar 18, 20262h 34m

HOUR 4 - Steelers eyes on Georgia, Jeff Hathhorn, Judge Donny

With Donny’s wedding in a few days, the discussion of wedding cake took over the segment. It then turned into cake versus other desserts like ice cream and pie. The Steelers brass had some eyes on the Georgia pro day and could have been looking at the fastest-rising offensive lineman in the draft – Monroe Freeling. Does this idea have you worried after what has happened with Broderick Jones? 93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. Will the Steelers have a different draft strategy or pre-draft strategy with Mike Tomlin no longer in the mix? Jeff said it is clear that they have interest in Georgia guys, but don’t read too much into the lack of presence at the Penn State pro day. Could there be a real consideration for the Steelers to take a left tackle in the 1st round? Jeff thinks it’s more and more likely that the Steelers go away from WR at 21st overall as we approach the draft. Jeff wouldn’t reject a trade for Tanner McKee that required 1 or 2 picks on Day 3 going back to the Eagles. Judge Donny – Should Jack Hughes get the puck that won the gold medal?

Mar 18, 202629 min

HOUR 3 - Steelers schedule visit w. WR, ALL ACCESS, Debrief

The Steelers have scheduled an official visit with Denzel Boston, the fringe 1st round WR from Washington. Boston is expected to slip because his 40-time isn’t great, but how important really is that? Is it still a consensus that the Steelers need to draft a WR at 21st overall? ALL ACCESS w/ Aditi – Is Kirk Cousins going to hold a clipboard in Vegas once Fernando Mendoza is ready? Cousins hasn’t signed anywhere, but the Raiders are the current favorite. Aditi still feels like it is ‘less likely than more likely’ that Aaron Rodgers plays in the NFL next season. Aditi said it felt like a foregone conclusion last year that Rodgers would play for the Steelers and she doesn’t get that vibe this time around. Aditi had high praise for Tanner McKee and said an NFL OC raved about the Eagles backup QB. Does Aditi subscribe to the idea of drafting a quarterback in every draft? She wants to see Will Howard get a shot if need be. Aditi gave Donny some wedding advice 72 hours before his big day. Donny Football Debrief – The NFL is averaging one trade per day this week. Will a trade tomorrow or Friday take over the sports world as the NCAA Tournament gets underway?

Mar 18, 202633 min

HOUR 2 - Steelers lack presence at PSU pro day, Mike Florio, McKee for a Day 3

One of the traditions the Steelers follow in their draft prep for a long time was attending the pro day of the player they would eventually select in the 1st round. Last season, they bucked that trend when they didn’t send Mike Tomlin or Omar Khan to the Derrick Harmon workout. Penn State held its pro day today and the Steelers lacked a presence. Poni is surprised they didn’t want to check out Vega Ioane, the stud OL, that could very well be on the Steelers’ board heading into next month. Does this also mean the Steelers lack interest in Drew Allar? Can he be trusted as someone who failed in big games time after time? How many guys in this draft class would you take over Ioane? Mike Florio from Pro Football Talk joined the show. The Panthers just traded Andy Dalton to the Eagles, which could mean Tanner McKee is available. Is that an avenue the Steelers would go down? Mike reported that the Rams were discussing a trade with the Eagles regarding AJ Brown, but LA tapped out in the process. Mike told the guys that Drew Allar and Carson Beck were not on the list for Chris Simms, his cohost, when he released his Top 5 QB prospects for the 2026 Draft. Mike still isn’t buying into the Will Howard hype that is coming straight from the Steelers. How far into the future will the NFL move to 18 games and what will that schedule look like? Mike believes we could see Ty Simpson fall to the Steelers the way Kenny Pickett fell to them in 2022. Mike found the words of Maxx Crosby awfully interesting after he told his story about what happened with the Ravens. In response to Tanner McKee potentially being available, Poni can’t defend giving up draft capital, even if they are Day 3 picks, for someone who has only played well in the preseason.

Mar 18, 202638 min

HOUR 1 - Crosby is back, Pens drought in Carolina, US falls in WBC final

Sidney Crosby is back as the Penguins get set to finish their road trip tonight in Carolina. They stayed in their spot in Sid’s absence and continue to look like a playoff team. Should your expectations change with Crosby coming back in a timely manner? Poni will say ‘job well done’ if the boys finish the job and get to the postseason. Chris isn’t there – he wants a playoff series win, which would be the first for the team since 2018. Should Dan Muse win the Coach of the Year? Is there a case to be made for Sidney Crosby being the greatest hockey player of all-time? How do we think Sid is going to look tonight in his return? The Penguins haven’t won a game in Carolina since Antonio Brown was a Steeler. Bucco Minute – The World Baseball Classic is over. Why didn’t Mason Miller pitch last night? A silly rule laid down by the Padres, but Mark DeRosa showed multiple times that he didn’t know what he was doing.

Mar 18, 202641 min

Hawk Report w. Jeff Hathhorn

93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. Will the Steelers have a different draft strategy or pre-draft strategy with Mike Tomlin no longer in the mix? Jeff said it is clear that they have interest in Georgia guys, but don’t read too much into the lack of presence at the Penn State pro day. Could there be a real consideration for the Steelers to take a left tackle in the 1st round? Jeff thinks it’s more and more likely that the Steelers go away from WR at 21st overall as we approach the draft. Jeff wouldn’t reject a trade for Tanner McKee that required 1 or 2 picks on Day 3 going back to the Eagles.

Mar 18, 20267 min

ALL ACCESS

ALL ACCESS w/ Aditi – Is Kirk Cousins going to hold a clipboard in Vegas once Fernando Mendoza is ready? Cousins hasn’t signed anywhere, but the Raiders are the current favorite. Aditi still feels like it is ‘less likely than more likely’ that Aaron Rodgers plays in the NFL next season. Aditi said it felt like a foregone conclusion last year that Rodgers would play for the Steelers and she doesn’t get that vibe this time around. Aditi had high praise for Tanner McKee and said an NFL OC raved about the Eagles backup QB. Does Aditi subscribe to the idea of drafting a quarterback in every draft? She wants to see Will Howard get a shot if need be. Aditi gave Donny some wedding advice 72 hours before his big day.

Mar 18, 202614 min

Steelers schedule visit w. Denzel Boston

The Steelers have scheduled an official visit with Denzel Boston, the fringe 1st round WR from Washington. Boston is expected to slip because his 40-time isn’t great, but how important really is that? Is it still a consensus that the Steelers need to draft a WR at 21st overall?

Mar 18, 20267 min

Mike Florio reacts to trades around the NFL

Mike Florio from Pro Football Talk joined the show. The Panthers just traded Andy Dalton to the Eagles, which could mean Tanner McKee is available. Is that an avenue the Steelers would go down? Mike reported that the Rams were discussing a trade with the Eagles regarding AJ Brown, but LA tapped out in the process. Mike told the guys that Drew Allar and Carson Beck were not on the list for Chris Simms, his cohost, when he released his Top 5 QB prospects for the 2026 Draft. Mike still isn’t buying into the Will Howard hype that is coming straight from the Steelers. How far into the future will the NFL move to 18 games and what will that schedule look like? Mike believes we could see Ty Simpson fall to the Steelers the way Kenny Pickett fell to them in 2022. Mike found the words of Maxx Crosby awfully interesting after he told his story about what happened with the Ravens.

Mar 18, 202611 min

Penguins haven't won in Carolina since AB was Steeler

The Penguins haven’t won a game in Carolina since Antonio Brown was a Steeler.

Mar 18, 20263 min

Sid is back

Sidney Crosby is back as the Penguins get set to finish their road trip tonight in Carolina. They stayed in their spot in Sid’s absence and continue to look like a playoff team. Should your expectations change with Crosby coming back in a timely manner? Poni will say ‘job well done’ if the boys finish the job and get to the postseason. Chris isn’t there – he wants a playoff series win, which would be the first for the team since 2018. Should Dan Muse win the Coach of the Year?

Mar 18, 202616 min

PM Team FULL Show 3-17-26

PM Team FULL Show 3-17-26

Mar 17, 20262h 45m

HOUR 4 - Kelly tips hand on Griffin, Calls

Did Don Kelly give away the plans for Konnor Griffin? He told the morning show that he will be great ‘when we call him up,’ indicating that the #1 prospect in baseball won’t start in the big leagues. Is it crazy for the Pirates to pay Griffin before he ever takes an at-bat in the majors? Robert Murray thinks a deal worth over $100M is still on the table. Are there any fans against the Pirates giving Konnor Griffin a big contract?

Mar 17, 202628 min

HOUR 3 - Woodson rips Steelers QB situation, Ryan Wilson, Debrief

A Steelers legend is tired of the Aaron Rodgers saga. Rod Woodson doesn’t like the ongoing drama have with another former Packers QB – after Brett Favre did the same thing years ago. Woodson also said they should have selected Jaxson Dart in last year’s draft instead of Derrick Harmon. Was that a mistake on the Steelers’ part? NFL Draft analyst Ryan Wilson from CBS Sports joined the show. Ryan doesn’t think the Steelers made a mistake by not drafting Jaxson Dart last year because they got a good player in Derrick Harmon. He’s also not sold that Dart is a big-time QB or even has that in him. The guys asked Ryan about the idea of the Steelers and Carson Beck in the third round, but Ryan believes he will be off the board before pick 100. Ryan said Beck is a better prospect than Will Howard and thinks Mike McCarthy would favor Beck in a battle of the two. Ryan doesn’t think you can ever have enough DBs in your locker room, so there’s reason why the Steelers are doing homework there. Where do things stand on WR prospects right now? Ryan thinks Antonio Williams from Clemson is a target the Steelers should consider on the second night of the draft. The guys asked Ryan about the visits the Steelers had yesterday. Donny Football Debrief – The NFL season may be starting on a Wednesday in 2026.

Mar 17, 202643 min

HOUR 2 - Steelers meet w. Beck, Broncos trade for Waddle, Mock of the Day

The Steelers have brought in their first QB prospect for an official visit ahead of the NFL Draft – Carson Beck. After throwing a few TD passes for the Hurricanes at Acrisure Stadium in November, could he have more TD passes ahead of him in Pittsburgh? If the Steelers draft a QB in the middle rounds next month, is he destined to be the team’s backup? Should Will Howard be put on the back burner for any of the guys drafted on the second night of the draft? The Dolphins traded Jaylen Waddle to the Broncos and paid a hefty price to do it. Waddle is a better player than Michael Pittman Jr., but the Steelers got their guy at a major discount. Out of the 3 WR trades made in the last week or so, who made the best move? Mock Draft of the Day – Mel Kiper has the Steelers selecting Vega Ioane, the guard from Penn State.

Mar 17, 202640 min

HOUR 1 - Malkin returns as Pens beat Avs, Calls, Sports Court

The Penguins beat the best team in hockey last night, 7-2 in Colorado. Evgeni Malkin had 2 goals and an assist in his return following the 5-game suspension. Malkin continues to perform on a high level and without Sidney Crosby in the lineup, he is key cog in keeping this thing afloat. Poni had a few points about Geno to start today’s show – he’s a Top 3 Penguin of all-time, he’s on the PGH Sports Mt. Rushmore since 2000, and he deserves an extension after this season. Elmer Soderblom scored his first Penguins goal last night. Do you put Evgeni Malkin on a Mt. Rushmore over Andrew McCutchen? PM Team Sports Court w/ our friends from Edgar Snyder & Associates. Another game of Defend or Prosecute. The guys got the game turned on them too.

Mar 17, 202627 min

Did Don Kelly slip plans for Griffin?

Did Don Kelly give away the plans for Konnor Griffin? He told the morning show that he will be great ‘when we call him up,’ indicating that the #1 prospect in baseball won’t start in the big leagues. Is it crazy for the Pirates to pay Griffin before he ever takes an at-bat in the majors? Robert Murray thinks a deal worth over $100M is still on the table.

Mar 17, 20268 min

Ryan Wilson reacts to Carson Beck visiting Steelers

NFL Draft analyst Ryan Wilson from CBS Sports joined the show. Ryan doesn’t think the Steelers made a mistake by not drafting Jaxson Dart last year because they got a good player in Derrick Harmon. He’s also not sold that Dart is a big-time QB or even has that in him. The guys asked Ryan about the idea of the Steelers and Carson Beck in the third round, but Ryan believes he will be off the board before pick 100. Ryan said Beck is a better prospect than Will Howard and thinks Mike McCarthy would favor Beck in a battle of the two. Ryan doesn’t think you can ever have enough DBs in your locker room, so there’s reason why the Steelers are doing homework there. Where do things stand on WR prospects right now? Ryan thinks Antonio Williams from Clemson is a target the Steelers should consider on the second night of the draft. The guys asked Ryan about the visits the Steelers had yesterday.

Mar 17, 202612 min

Rod Woodson critiques Steelers QB purgatory

A Steelers legend is tired of the Aaron Rodgers saga. Rod Woodson doesn’t like the ongoing drama have with another former Packers QB – after Brett Favre did the same thing years ago. Woodson also said they should have selected Jaxson Dart in last year’s draft instead of Derrick Harmon. Was that a mistake on the Steelers’ part?

Mar 17, 202610 min

Broncos trade big for Waddle

The Dolphins traded Jaylen Waddle to the Broncos and paid a hefty price to do it. Waddle is a better player than Michael Pittman Jr., but the Steelers got their guy at a major discount. Out of the 3 WR trades made in the last week or so, who made the best move?

Mar 17, 202614 min

Carson Beck visiting Steelers

The Steelers have brought in their first QB prospect for an official visit ahead of the NFL Draft – Carson Beck. After throwing a few TD passes for the Hurricanes at Acrisure Stadium in November, could he have more TD passes ahead of him in Pittsburgh? If the Steelers draft a QB in the middle rounds next month, is he destined to be the team’s backup? Should Will Howard be put on the back burner for any of the guys drafted on the second night of the draft?

Mar 17, 202613 min

PM Team Sports Court

PM Team Sports Court w/ our friends from Edgar Snyder & Associates. Another game of Defend or Prosecute. The guys got the game turned on them too.

Mar 17, 20265 min

Malkin scores 2 as Pens beat Avalanche

The Penguins beat the best team in hockey last night, 7-2 in Colorado. Evgeni Malkin had 2 goals and an assist in his return following the 5-game suspension. Malkin continues to perform on a high level and without Sidney Crosby in the lineup, he is key cog in keeping this thing afloat. Poni had a few points about Geno to start today’s show – he’s a Top 3 Penguin of all-time, he’s on the PGH Sports Mt. Rushmore since 2000, and he deserves an extension after this season.

Mar 17, 202612 min

PM Team FULL Show 3-16-26

PM Team FULL Show 3-16-26

Mar 17, 20262h 45m

HOUR 4 - 10 days from Opening Day, Calls

Are the Pirates a playoff team? We are 10 days away from Opening Day. Poni thinks the Buccos are a playoff team, but isn’t sure if they are division-champion caliber. The guys feel like the team should win somewhere in the mid-80s, like 85 games. The Buccos shored up the offense this offseason, but what will Bryan Reynolds and Oneil Cruz look like coming off disappointing seasons? Is Cruz still an easy scapegoat if things don’t go well? It’s the most optimism around the team since 2016, following their 3-year playoff run. The guys think they are a great bounce back candidate across the league. There is almost always a team that goes from worst-to-first. Do people believe the Pirates can make the playoffs in 2026?

Mar 16, 202627 min

HOUR 3 - US beats DR, Calls, Debrief

We are 10 days away from Pirates Opening Day. Paul Skenes threw 4.1 innings of 1 run ball against the Dominican Republic, who might have had the greatest lineup ever assembled. Poni says that the DR should have scored more than 1 run if they wanted to win. Mullsy says that he did not watch much of the game. Did Paul Skenes force you to watch? Callers chime in on yesterday’s WBC game. Donny Football Debrief – Pitt is closing its Spring Game to the public, due to NFL Draft set up.

Mar 16, 202634 min

HOUR 2 - Rodgers won't give answer, Calls, Mock of the Day

ESPN says that Aaron Rodgers still will not give a straight answer on his future. Most local insiders think that the chance of an Aaron Rodgers return is over 70%. Mullsy says that Aaron Rodgers being back this year would be the first con for the Steelers heading into the season. He also says that he can name 21 QBs that are better than Rodgers. Fox is hosting a flag football game with a star-studded lineup, including Tom Brady and Joe Burrow. The Steelers are allowing Jalen Ramsey to play in the game. Mock Draft of the Day – A new CBS Sports mock draft from Josh Edwards has the Steelers taking LB CJ Allen in round 1. He also has the Steelers going WR in round 2. The guys are not a fan of this mock draft.

Mar 16, 202643 min

HOUR 1 - Steelers & Simpson, Fields to KC, CBB Minute

Mike Florio has floated out the idea that the Steelers, more specifically Art Rooney, may want the team to take a stab at Ty Simpson in the 1st round. Is there an element of their draft plan that requires them making a splash with their top pick? If Simpson is the pick, would it get boo’d at the draft? Poni thinks Simpson being drafted would set things back for years. Are we allowed to judge the pick if we celebrated the Kenny Pickett selection? The Kansas City Chiefs traded for Justin Fields today. Is this a lifeline for his career? Has Fields ever played in an environment that helps QBs? Out of Fields or Malik Willis, who is more likely to thrive? College Basketball Minute – Pittsburgh doesn’t have any teams in the big dance, nor is it hosting games. But there is a list of guys that have Pittsburgh connections participating in the NCAA Tournament as either a coach or player.

Mar 16, 202641 min

10 days away from Opening Day

Are the Pirates a playoff team? We are 10 days away from Opening Day. Poni thinks the Buccos are a playoff team, but isn’t sure if they are division-champion caliber. The guys feel like the team should win somewhere in the mid-80s, like 85 games. The Buccos shored up the offense this offseason, but what will Bryan Reynolds and Oneil Cruz look like coming off disappointing seasons? Is Cruz still an easy scapegoat if things don’t go well? It’s the most optimism around the team since 2016, following their 3-year playoff run. The guys think they are a great bounce back candidate across the league. There is almost always a team that goes from worst-to-first.

Mar 16, 202613 min

Donny Football Debrief

Donny Football Debrief – Pitt is closing its Spring Game to the public, due to NFL Draft set up.

Mar 16, 20265 min

Skenes and US take down DR

We are 10 days away from Pirates Opening Day. Paul Skenes threw 4.1 innings of 1 run ball against the Dominican Republic, who might have had the greatest lineup ever assembled. Poni says that the DR should have scored more than 1 run if they wanted to win.

Mar 16, 202619 min

Fox is hosting a star-studded flag football game

Fox is hosting a flag football game with a star-studded lineup, including Tom Brady and Joe Burrow. The Steelers are allowing Jalen Ramsey to play in the game.

Mar 16, 202611 min

Should the Steelers bring back Aaron Rodgers?

ESPN says that Aaron Rodgers still will not give a straight answer on his future. Most local insiders think that the chance of an Aaron Rodgers return is over 70%. Mullsy says that Aaron Rodgers being back this year would be the first con for the Steelers heading into the season. He also says that he can name 21 QBs that are better than Rodgers.

Mar 16, 202622 min

Justin Fields traded to Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs traded for Justin Fields today. Is this a lifeline for his career? Has Fields ever played in an environment that helps QBs? Out of Fields or Malik Willis, who is more likely to thrive?

Mar 16, 20263 min

Florio: Steelers may want Simpson

Mike Florio has floated out the idea that the Steelers, more specifically Art Rooney, may want the team to take a stab at Ty Simpson in the 1st round. Is there an element of their draft plan that requires them making a splash with their top pick? If Simpson is the pick, would it get boo’d at the draft? Poni thinks Simpson being drafted would set things back for years. Are we allowed to judge the pick if we celebrated the Kenny Pickett selection?

Mar 16, 202617 min

Best of The Fan – Steelers make improvements, lose players

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The new league year is officially underway with the Steelers adding in areas of need, but they also lost others to free agency. Also, the Pirates continue to ramp up for the season.

Mar 14, 20261h 28m

PM Team FULL Show 3-13-26

PM Team FULL Show 3-13-26

Mar 13, 20262h 44m

HOUR 4 - Steelers '22 class, Mark Grote

Mike Tomlin spoke last night a gala at Acrisure Stadium, but he only made a statement. He allegedly was supposed to have a Q&A with the media, but blew them off after the event. Last night was also the final cap on the 2022 Steelers draft with Calvin Austin going to the Giants and Connor Heyward going to the Raiders. It’s one of the worst drafts in Steelers history. But is it the worst? We took a little trip down memory lane. Bears expert Mark Grote from 670 The Score joined the show. Mark explained why the Steelers may have gotten a discount on Jaquan Brisker. Brisker has had 3 documented concussions in his career so far. Mark described Brisker as a ‘talker’ and has no problem doing it on the field. Mark mentioned that Brisker called out the Dennis Allen defense at one point last season. Mark said Brisker is a physical player that has no problem willing to help out in run defense. His pass coverage is mediocre and probably not his best skill. Mark rated Brisker’s game in other aspects of defense. Mark thinks Brisker for $5.5M is a steal for the Steelers. What makes Chicago the mecca of St. Paddy’s Day? Open Phone Friday.

Mar 13, 202629 min

HOUR 3 - Mark Kaboly

Steelers correspondent Mark Kaboly from The Pat McAfee Show joined the show. The conversation started with receivers after Calvin Austin signed a cheap deal with the Giants yesterday. Mark said there really wasn’t any interest in Austin coming back. Mark thinks they could still bring in a lower-tier veteran WR. Mark believes the Steelers still have hope in Roman Wilson and said Wilson could be a starter over the receiver they potentially draft 21st overall. More w/ Mark – Rasheed Walker, one of the late big-name free agents on the market, signed with the Panthers in the last few minutes. What happened with the Steelers signing Brock Hoffman? Are the Steelers going to sign a notable left guard to replace Isaac Seumalo? Mark said he would have called Wyatt Teller instead of riding with what the Steelers have on the left side of the line. Mark likes the Jaquan Brisker signing and talked about how they can move their pieces around the defense. What does the alignment look like if they face a team with 3 good targets in Week 1? Mark credited Omar Khan for the homework he did on the Michael Pittman Jr. trade and how he got it for so little in terms of draft compensation. More w/ Mark – Steelers media got to meet the newest team members today, including Rico Dowdle, who joins Jaylen Warren in the Steelers backfield as a fellow UDFA. Mark said the Steelers are on the only team whose RB1 & RB2 are UDFAs. The discussion turned to college hoops and whether or not Miami (OH) deserves their chance in the NCAA Tournament.

Mar 13, 202632 min

HOUR 2 - Pitt fans DEFENDING Capel, Matt Clement, Debrief

A stunning development. We took calls regarding Jeff Capel and there was an unbelievable number of defenders in the listening audience. Poni can’t believe there isn’t a higher standard to a program that was once the hottest ticket in town. Former MLB pitcher Matt Clement joined the show. Matt thinks the spring training record means something – something little – but it’s a positive with a young team. Konnor Griffin has yet to draw a walk in spring training and there is some question regarding his patience at the plate – Matt thinks that’s one of a few reasons the Pirates have right now to send him to Triple A. Matt, who is also the high school coach at Butler, got into some basketball questions as we enter match. He talked about coaching Ethan Morton in high school, who was one of the most-prolific scorers in PIAA history. Is it always the smartest thing to foul when you’re up by 3 points late in the game? Donny Football Debrief – Gateway football coach Don Holl joined the midday show today to talk about Jaquan Brisker. What were some of his greatest hits?

Mar 13, 202641 min

HOUR 1 - Brisker is a Steeler, Capel back to Pitt, Nick Farabaugh

The Steelers have signed Jaquan Brisker, which had Poni in a fun move. He likes the move for the Steelers defense, even though it’s a little bit more money to that side of the football. 2 of the questions Poni wanted to ask to start the show – is Brisker one of the 10 best Pittsburgh natives to play for his hometown team? And is he a Top 5 Penn State football player to play for the Steelers? BREAKING: Jeff Capel will return as Pitt head coach next season. Steelers reporter Nick Farabaugh from Penn Live dot com joined the show. Nick, a Pitt grad, said he is ‘beat down’ by the news of Jeff Capel coming back to the basketball program next season. Nick doesn’t think another ‘big’ free agent will be signed by the Steelers after the Jaquan Brisker acquisition, but some smaller moves will be made. Nick said the expectation is for Aaron Rodgers to come back, but you just never know. Nick pointed out that Patrick Queen got paid by the Steelers today, the third day of the league year, so a trade for him is very unlikely.

Mar 13, 202640 min

Bears expert on Steelers stealing Brisker

Bears expert Mark Grote from 670 The Score joined the show. Mark explained why the Steelers may have gotten a discount on Jaquan Brisker. Brisker has had 3 documented concussions in his career so far. Mark described Brisker as a ‘talker’ and has no problem doing it on the field. Mark mentioned that Brisker called out the Dennis Allen defense at one point last season. Mark said Brisker is a physical player that has no problem willing to help out in run defense. His pass coverage is mediocre and probably not his best skill. Mark rated Brisker’s game in other aspects of defense. Mark thinks Brisker for $5.5M is a steal for the Steelers. What makes Chicago the mecca of St. Paddy’s Day?

Mar 13, 202610 min

Baseball and basketball w. Matt Clement

Former MLB pitcher Matt Clement joined the show. Matt thinks the spring training record means something – something little – but it’s a positive with a young team. Konnor Griffin has yet to draw a walk in spring training and there is some question regarding his patience at the plate – Matt thinks that’s one of a few reasons the Pirates have right now to send him to Triple A. Matt, who is also the high school coach at Butler, got into some basketball questions as we enter match. He talked about coaching Ethan Morton in high school, who was one of the most-prolific scorers in PIAA history. Is it always the smartest thing to foul when you’re up by 3 points late in the game?

Mar 13, 202610 min

Pitt fans DEFENDING Jeff Capel

A stunning development. We took calls regarding Jeff Capel and there was an unbelievable number of defenders in the listening audience. Poni can’t believe there isn’t a higher standard to a program that was once the hottest ticket in town.

Mar 13, 202619 min

Jaquan Brisker is a Steeler

The Steelers have signed Jaquan Brisker, which had Poni in a fun move. He likes the move for the Steelers defense, even though it’s a little bit more money to that side of the football. 2 of the questions Poni wanted to ask to start the show – is Brisker one of the 10 best Pittsburgh natives to play for his hometown team? And is he a Top 5 Penn State football player to play for the Steelers?

Mar 13, 202611 min

BREAKING: Capel coming back next season

BREAKING: Jeff Capel will return as Pitt head coach next season.

Mar 13, 20261 min

PM Team FULL Show 3-12-26

PM Team FULL Show 3-12-26

Mar 12, 20262h 37m

HOUR 4 - Snag in Steelers move, Jason Mackey, TRT

Poni is a little bit worried about the Michael Pittman Jr. trade. Not because of the player himself, but because every other move the team made has been made official, except for that one. Poni said he is on high alert here because of everything that happened with the Maxx Crosby trade. Pirates insider Jason Mackey joined the show. Jason talked about Termarr Johnson being sent back to minor league camp and thinks he still is in good standing in the organization. Jason said Johnson is only 21 and will likely start in Triple A, so he’s not behind schedule. Jason believes the plan is for Nick Gonzales to play SS to begin the season, assuming Konnor Griffin isn’t here yet. What kind of options do the Pirates have to improve their defense? Jason disagrees with some of the others that cover the team and he feels like Griffin will begin the season at Triple A. Jason doesn’t have a ton of concerns with the Pirates outfield, including Oneil Cruz and Bryan Reynolds. Do the Pirates have any worry about Paul Skenes throwing a lot of pitches in the World Baseball Classic? Total Request Thursday.

Mar 12, 202636 min

HOUR 3 - Seumalo takes shot, Steve Palazzolo, Debrief

Isaac Seumalo said that he wanted out of Pittsburgh because he did not think the Steelers were serious about winning. He then signed with the Cardinals. The Steelers lack a lot of homegrown players with any sort of playoff success, directly caused by the fact that they have gone 9 years without a playoff win. Miles Killebrew has followed Danny Smith to Tampa Bay. Steve Palazzolo from the 33rd Team joined the show. Steve likes the Michael Pittman Jr. move for the Steelers. Chris calls Pittman a better version of Juju. Steve also is not very concerned about Pittman’s age. He thinks that Kyler is the best option at QB for the Steelers as it stands. Donny Football Debrief – The sectional alignment is out for WPIAL football for the next two seasons.

Mar 12, 202637 min

HOUR 2 - Simpson in town for draft, Bob Pompeani, Power Rankings

The latest from the longest-tenured Steelers insider Gerry Dulac is that the Steelers won’t entertain drafting a QB until at least the 3rd round. Does that rule out anyone besides Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson? The CBS rankings aren’t kind to Drew Allar. Who would the Steelers select? KDKA TV’s Bob Pompeani joined the show. Three to five teams conducted a zoom call with Kyler Murray. Pomp hopes that the Steelers give him a look, especially for how cheap of an option he would be. Ter’marr Johnson has been sent back down to the minors. Pomp is discouraged by the fact that Johnson still has not cracked the big-league roster. Bob thinks that Miami (OH) should make the tournament because of their 31-0 regular season. Bob says that it would not surprise him if Jamie Dixon came back to Pitt. Power Rankings – Top 5 Steelers moves so far.

Mar 12, 202642 min