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Insider coverage of the Steelers, Penguins, Pirates, Pitt Panthers and Penn State Nittany Lions from the Post-Gazette sports reporters who know them best.
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On their weekly Serving Up Pitt volleyball podcast, presented by FanDuel, Post-Gazette insider Abby Schnable and former Panthers standout Cat Flood recap the Panthers' NCAA tournament wins over UMBC and Michigan and look ahead to their Sweet 16 matchup against Minnesota.
What are some of the Golden Gophers' strengths Pitt will have to look out for? What are some of Minnesota's weaknesses that Olivia Babcock, Brooke Mosher and the Panthers can exploit? Who are some players to watch? Abby and Cat give their picks and predictions.
Who stepped up in the Panthers' first two record-breaking NCAA tournament wins over UMBC and Michigan? And how are freshmen like Abbey Emch and Marina Pezelj giving the team a boost? Our duo answers those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The 2025 high school football season ended last weekend with the PIAA championships in Mechanicsburg.
Our insiders, high school sports coordinator Keith Barnes and veteran writer Mike White, break down what happened in the state final games involving PIAA champions Clairton and Avonworth, as well as Central Catholic's loss to La Salle College High School.
In their second segment, they discuss who they would invite to a proverbial WPIAL Heisman dinner, plus Coach of the Year candidates, top plays from the season and games to remember, all on the Varsity Xtra podcast, sponsored by Dave & Busters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On the Wednesday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Christopher Carter to sort through the team's issues with run defense.
Who are the proverbial squeaky wheels up front right now? Can Patrick Queen do a better job of finishing plays? Is Keeanu Benton showing enough positive signs in his third season? Or is consistency an issue for him right now? How is fifth-round NFL draft pick Yahya Black performing, relative to expectations and amid numerous injuries up front to names like Derrick Harmon? And what tweaks can coach Mike Tomlin and DC Teryl Austin make schematically to set Cam Heyward, T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and Co, up for more success?
Our duo tackles those questions and more, then analyzes the deep passing success vs. Baltimore. Was OC Arthur Smith most responsible for calling a better game? Or was the execution simply better from QB Aaron Rodgers and top receiver DK Metcalf? Where do Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling fit into this passing game when it's clicking moving forward? Will they see heavy targets or remain in the background? What does the future hold for Roman Wilson after is benching? And what role should RBs Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell have in the passing game down the stretch after major contributions against the Ravens? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley recap Day 2 of the MLB winter meetings in Orlando, Fla. This show is presented by FanDuel.
What did super-agent Scott Boras have to say about the Pirates' aggressiveness at this year's winter meetings? The Pirates missed out on Kyle Schwarber, who re-signed with his old team, the Phillies, but what does Pittsburgh's offer tell us about how they're approaching the offseason? Who are among Jason and Colin's top choices remaining for GM Ben Cherington via free agency or trade? Eugenio Suarez? Brandon Lowe? Is it a failure if they don't get anything done? And is all the talk about a more aggressive Pirates offseason ringing true? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise analyzes the Steelers' offseason following this dismissal of $10 million CB Darius Slay and the benching of WR Roman Wilson. How much heat does GM Omar Khan deserve for signing the 34-year-old Slay to such a rich contract? Would the team have been better off investing that hefty salary elsewhere? Or does he deserve credit for the emergence of James Pierre and Brandin Echols within coach Mike Tomlin's defense? On the other side of the ball, was Khan's faith in Wilson as a viable receiver in this offense warranted? Or is the promotion of Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling from the practice squad a de facto admission that the team's plan at the position was inadequate behind DK Metcalf and Calvin Austin III? Paul tackles those questions and also gives his thoughts on Philip Rivers joining the Indianapolis Colts as they compete with Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers for an AFC playoff spot. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Nittany Lions insider Isaiah Maldonado to react to Penn State's decision to keep interim coach Terry Smith on new head coach Matt Campbell's coaching staff following the latter's hiring over the weekend. This show is presented by FanDuel.
Was keeping Smith the right call? Both in terms of healing wounds from James Franklin's firing with players? And with fans who've wanted to see Joe Paterno's legacy further centered in the program? Or could the move set the stage for future division inside and outside the program? Especially if and when Campbell hits a rough patch? And what should we make of Campbell's reported choice to bring Jon Heacock with him from Iowa State as defensive coordinator? Presumably displacing Jim Knowles and his expensive contract?
Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders the matchup with Clemson in the Pinstripe Bowl and the possible opt-outs of prominent names including Zane Durant, Dani Dennis-Sutton, Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from Tuesday's practice at the team's facility ahead of its NFL Week 15 matchup with the Miami Dolphins on Monday Night Football.
What injury updates did coach Mike Tomlin provide? Could rookie DL Derrick Harmon and safety Kyle Dugger return? What effect would that have on the run defense against De'Von Achane and Jaylen Wright? Are DK Metcalf's stomach issues going to affect his availability for Monday night? What about Darnell Washington, Malik Harrison and Andrus Peat, who are all in concussion protocol?
How concerned should the Steelers be about the running game led by Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell? Was Aaron Rodgers' big game a sign of things to come? And how much credit does OC Arthur Smith deserve for their aggressiveness against the Ravens? Our duo answers those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Nittany Lions insider Isaiah Maldonado to react to Matt Campbell's introduction as head coach, replacing James Franklin. This show is presented by FanDuel.
Did Campbell win his first news conference with a tone of humility that's winning some fans over? Is the national praise for his hiring a surprise given the criticism AD Pat Kraft and Penn State received for the process leading to it? Is Campbell's success at Iowa State underappreciated given how much the program struggled historically before his arrival? What are reasonable expectations for him in terms of recruiting? And what will Kraft's future with the university be after his widely criticized process that included missing out on BYU coach Kalani Sitake? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable check in on the Panthers' men's basketball team after another brutal home loss to a mid-major, this time to Hofstra. This podcast is presented by Fanduel.
Is this season salvageable for coach Jeff Capel? What would a successful rest of the season look like? What can fans glom onto as interest wanes in the team before the ACC schedule has even begun? Who can step up to lead the team — Damarco Minor, Cam Corhen, Barry Dunning Jr.? Are the Panthers putting too much on Brandin Cummings' plate? Do they have bigger issues on the offensive or defensive side of the ball? Is the program's lack of development the bigger issue at hand here for Capel? And how much patience is afforded to him by AD Allen Greene heading into next season and beyond? Our duo answers those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel, host Noah Hiles welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to coach Mike Tomlin's choices at receiver in the NFL Week 14 victory against the AFC North rival Baltimore Ravens.
What's next for Roman Wilson after he was benched in favor of veterans Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling? Can he bounce back and become a reliable target for QB Aaron Rodgers across from top receiver DK Metcalf? Or will those two vets prove to be improvements within OC Arthur Smith's offense?
Our duo tackles those questions, then takes stock of the Steelers' place in the AFC. How dangerous are De'Von Achane and the Miami Dolphins this week? Will the Steelers have a prime opportunity for a deep run if Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs and Lamar Jackson and the Ravens miss the bracket? Are Josh Allen and the Bills the biggest threat to win the conference regardless of seeding? And are Justin Herbert and the Chargers the team the Steelers should be hoping to see if they host a playoff game at Acrisure Stadium? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley recap Day 1 of the MLB winter meetings in Orlando, Fla. This show is presented by FanDuel.
Which rumors related to the team are real? And which are fake? Particularly with regard to reports tying them to free agent power hitter Kyle Schwarber? Could GM Ben Cherington and manager Don Kelly make a big move involving their pitching depth, which includes names like Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller, Jared Jones, Braxton Ashcraft, Mike Burrows and Bubba Chandler? What's the future with the organization for big names past, present and future including Andrew McCutchen, Konnor Griffin and Oneil Cruz? And what did the front office have to say about the trade involving Johan Oviedo and Jhostynxon Garcia? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable break down the football team's selection for the Military Bowl in Annapolis, Md., a choice that disappointed some Panthers fans and had them wondering if Pat Narduzzi should considered turning down the offer. This podcast is sponsored by Fanduel.
Stephen and Abby talk about why that notion was likely never a consideration. Will the bowl game be an opportunity for the Panthers' young stars, like Mason Heintschel and Ja'Kyrian Turner, to get more reps against a solid East Carolina team? What about players coming into their own, like Cameron Lindsey, Shawn Lee Jr. and Josh Guerrier? Could it be a good sendoff for older players like Kavir Bains-Marquez and Javon McIntyre? Could a ninth win get the bad taste out of their mouth after losses to Notre Dame and Miami? And how can Narduzzi use the game to prepare for 2026? Our duo answers those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Post-Gazette Penguins insider Jason Mackey recaps a successful road trip, on which the team earned five of a potential six points, and discusses what we can learn from it as the season goes on. This podcast is presented by Fanduel.
What was the mood in the Penguins dressing room after their shootout loss to the Dallas Stars on Sunday evening? Were they in good spirits despite the defeat because they won the previous two games against the Philadelphia Flyers and Tampa Bay Lightning? Why should the team's "kid line" of Ben Kindel, Rutger McGroarty and Ville Koivunen stick together? What are the possible concerns with a Tristan Jarry trade, now that his high level of play has sustained long enough? And how have the Penguins' special teams been able to give them a chance night in and night out? Jason discusses those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo react to an important NFL Week 14 victory against the Baltimore Ravens.
Specifically, they ponder the success of the deep passing game. How did QB Aaron Rodgers get it back on track with the help of pass catchers including DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell? How sustainable is this success the rest of the way as coach Mike Tomlin's team and OC Arthur Smith's unit looks to clinch the AFC North? How much improvement can the offense still make? And what impact will injuries to tackles Broderick Jones and Andrus Peat make?
Our duo tackles those questions, then talks defense. How did coach Mike Tomlin's defense contain Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry in the running game compared to the games in Baltimore last season? Why do Alex Highsmith and T.J. Watt deserve a lot of credit for stepping up amid injuries to Malik Harrison and Derrick Harmon? What role did cornerbacks Joey Porter Jr., James Pierre and Brandin Echols play? And why was Patrick Queen quietly one of the unit's more effective players? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Week 15 victory against the AFC North rival Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium.
What should we make of the defense's performance after it got timely stops but allowed Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry to pile up big rushing totals? Have T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey, Alex Highsmith and Co. turned a corner? Or does coach Mike Tomlin's unit still have work to do? Did officials get it right on two key calls that benefitted the Steelers? Including one that reversed an Isaiah Likely touchdown thanks to a heads up play by Joey Porter Jr.? Can Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell and Calvin Austin III maintain the momentum they established in the passing game? And are the Steelers now clear division favorites? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise react LIVE to the Steelers' NFL Week 14 with the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. This show is presented by FanDuel.
Can Aaron Rodgers bounce back from three injury-riddled weeks and make magic on offense aside names like DK Metcalf, Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell and Calvin Austin III? What difference will newly activated receivers Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling make for OC Arthur Smith's unit? And will tight ends Darnell Washington, Pat Freiermuth and Jonnu Smith be more involved?
Our duo tackles those questions and ponders the defense as well. Can T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Nick Herbig, Keeanu Benton, Payton Wilson and Patrick Queen do a better job of containing the run? Or will Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry run wild like James Cook of the Bills did last week? And how will Jalen Ramsey and coach Mike Tomlin's secondary perform? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On the Saturday episode of The North Shore Drive podcast presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Brian Batko look ahead to Sunday's massive AFC North matchup with the Ravens. Should Teryl Austin and Mike Tomlin focus all of the defense's efforts on stopping the run and let Lamar Jackson pass if he chooses? Plus, is Aaron Rodgers fully cooked or does he have anything left in him to get the Steelers to the playoffs? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Pirates have made their first major move of the offseason, acquiring top-100 prospect Jhostynxon Garcia and pitching prospect Jesus Travieso from the Red Sox for right-hander Johan Oviedo, catching prospect Adonys Guzman and left-hander Tyler Samaniego. Pirates insider Colin Beazley analyzes the move with Noah Hiles and look at where Garcia might fit in best. Could he be an opening day outfielder? And does trading Oviedo mean anything about the future of Mitch Keller? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Post-Gazette insider Jason Mackey and host King Jemison recap a wild Penguins win in Tampa Bay on Thursday night and discuss Erik Karlsson's major turnaround this season.
Jason and King start off by discussing the play of Tristan Jarry, who made 37 saves and likely stole the Penguins a win after their all-around lackluster performance. Is this version of Jarry here to stay? Is the kid line featuring Ben Kindel and Ville Koivunen here to stay, too, after both scored against Tampa Bay? And despite the win, what warning signs were present throughout the game for Pittsburgh?
They then get into Erik Karlsson's improved play this season. What's behind it? Was he just not the right fit with Mike Sullivan? What has Dan Muse done to bring out this new, improved version of the defenseman? Is he more engaged, with a notable improvement in his positioning and puck control? What do the stats and metrics say? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host King Jemison welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to discuss Mike Tomlin's future and the Steelers' chances against the Ravens on Sunday.
On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host King Jemison welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to discuss the future of Mike Tomlin as Steelers coach.
How likely is it the Steelers will win? Is they too bad on both sides of the ball right now? Or could the Ravens' many faults rear their ugly heads, as well? Should Steelers fans even want their team to win these games down the stretch? Or should they want an extended bad run that could lead to a change in leadership or a better draft pick? Our duo answers those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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