Best The Pittsburgh PostGazette Podcasts (2025)

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Should Pitt's Pat Narduzzi be on the hot seat after Backyard Brawl loss to West Virginia? 12:12

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Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to ponder the future of Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi after the Panthers' Backyard Brawl loss to West Virginia. Should Narduzzi's job be in jeopardy after dropping such a winnable rivalry game? What are AD Allen Greene's options realistic options considering Narduzzi's sizable buyout? And…

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Are Steelers' endless communication issues Mike Tomlin's fault? Do T.J. Watt's pressures matter? 15:50

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On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey to analyze the Steelers' recurring communication issues. How much blame does coach Mike Tomlin deserve for them? Are they becoming a stale excuse for him? Is his scheme the problem con…

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Did Penn State, Drew Allar prove anything in non-conference slate? Ready for Big Ten play? 12:31

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Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to recap the non-conference portion of Penn State football's 2025 schedule and look ahead toward Big Ten Conference play. Did we learn anything about coach James Franklin's squad against outmatched Nevada, Florida International and Villanova teams? Would we have liked to see more fr…

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Does Pirates' Paul Skenes have Cy Young locked up? How badly did Ben Cherington fumble a great year? 15:11

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Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to gauge the Cy Young Award chances of Pirates ace Paul Skenes. Does he have the award locked up on the National League side? With only Detroit's Tarik Skubal coming close to matching his production on the American League side? How badly would a Cy Young in a losing season for Skene…

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Pitt volleyball: BLAIRE BAYLESS joins to talk Penn State win, lessons learned and expanded role 31:46

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On this week's episode of Serving Up Pitt, Post-Gazette Pitt insider Abby Schnable is joined by Panthers outside hitter Blaire Bayless to break down the team's statement win on the road over No. 13 Penn State, the defending national champion. Abby and Blaire also reflect on lessons learned during the Panthers' non-conference slate, during which the…

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Where do Steelers fit in AFC North after two weeks? What does Joe Burrow injury change? 28:37

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Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise takes stock of the AFC North after two weeks of action in the 2025 NFL season. How does the picture change now that the Bengals have lost QB Joe Burrow for at least a couple of months? Are the Ravens now a runaway favorite? Or did the loss by Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry and Co. versus Buffalo in NFL Week 1 …

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Pitt football: Who's underwhelmed and who's surprised through the first three games of the season? 17:42

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Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable go through who's lived up to expectations and who's underwhelmed them through the first three games of the Panthers' season. Which young players have taken advantage of their newfound playing time and carved out a role for themselves? How have Deuce Spann and Bryce Yates helped to elevat…

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Steelers practice report: Will Derrick Harmon play vs. Patriots? More Jabrill Peppers, Yahya Black? 8:40

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Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac & Ray Fittipaldo recap news conferences by OC Arthur Smith and DC Teryl Austin at the team's UPMC Rooney Sports Complex ahead of their NFL Week 3 matchup with the New England Patriots. Will Derrick Harmon be able to make his NFL debut? Or will an injury continue to hold the rookie defensive lineman back? C…

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WPIAL athlete of the week: Annabel Miko is Delaware-bound for college 9:33

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Post-Gazette high school sports insider Matt Press interviews Quaker Valley girls soccer Annabel Miko, the PG's WPIAL athlete of the week. He gets her thoughts on recently scoring her 50th-career goal; her commitment to the Delaware Blue Hens for college and the recruitment process; winning last year's WPIAL championship; and the similarities and d…

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Steelers-Patriots: MYCOLE PRUITT explains Mike Tomlin vs. Mike Vrabel matchup, hope for running game 24:29

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On his weekly Chipped Ham & Football podcast, Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko welcomes MyCole Pruitt, a tight end for the team last year, to analyze its mixed results through the first two weeks of the 2025 NFL season. Why does MyCole have hope for Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell, Kaleb Johnson and the running game? Despite offensive line…

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Pirates mailbag: Should Matt Hague be one and done as hitting coach? Mitch Keller trade likelihood? 12:42

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In his weekly Pirates mailbag podcast, Post-Gazette insider Noah Hiles answers reader questions. Among them: Should they commence a search for a new hitting coach this offseason after a lackluster first year from Matt Hague? What are the chances either Mitch Keller or Bryan Reynolds — or both — is traded this offseason? Now that top prospect Bubba …

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WPIAL athlete of the week: Beaver's Travis Clear passes for BIG yards thrilling win vs. Hopewell 7:16

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Post-Gazette high school sports insider Keith Barnes interviews Beaver Area quarterback Travis Clear, who was named the PG's WPIAL and Pittsburgh City League athlete of the week for his standout performance again Hopewell. Travis explains how he passed for a WPIAL-leading 391 yards and a pair of touchdowns to life his team a thrilling 51-50 victory…

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Would Steelers fans prefer having Patriots QB Drake Maye if it meant losing post-Ben Roethlisberger? 30:05

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Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise ponders the Steelers' recent past at the quarterback position. Would GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin have been better off drafting current Patriots QB Drake Maye -- their opponent in NFL Week 3 -- or another young QB like Bryce Young, Caleb Williams, Bo Nix, or C.J. Stroud? Even if it …

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Are Steelers RBs Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell or struggling OL to blame for running game issues? 28:57

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On the Wednesday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette Steelers insider Christopher Carter analyze the team's struggling running game and what can be done to fix it. Is the lack of success holding back Arthur Smith's offense, even as its identity has shifted more toward …

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Should Steelers worry about T.J. Watt not having a sack yet? Alex Highsmith injury not helping? 30:28

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Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise offers his thoughts on the struggles of the Steelers defense through the first two weeks of the NFL season. Specifically, he ponders the concern level regarding T.J. Watt not having a sack yet in 2025. Can the Steelers' defense be its best if he isn't making disruptive plays? How much hav…

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Steelers practice report: Kaleb Johnson loses kickoff role? Can he push Kenneth Gainwell for time? 23:30

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Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo react to coach Mike Tomlin's weekly news conference at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex ahead of an NFL Week 3 matchup with the New England Patriots. They give their thoughts on Kaleb Johnson losing his role as a kickoff returner after his major gaffe against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 2…

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Do Steelers' Mike Tomlin, Karl Dunbar deserve the blame for defense's woes? Jalen Ramsey targeted? 23:30

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On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey and insider Ray Fittipaldo sort through blame for the Steelers' defensive struggles through the first two games of 2025. Are coach Mike Tomlin and position assistant Karl Dunbar most to blame for the defensive line's ineffectiveness, particularly aga…

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Pirates prospect report: Checking in on minor league teams ahead of the MiLB playoffs 9:28

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Post-Gazette Pirates insider Colin Beazley discusses the last week of Pirates' minor league action, as High-A Greensboro was swept in its South Atlantic League playoff series. Colin highlights the success of the Indianapolis Indians and previews the Altoona Curve's upcoming playoff series, before giving updates on Hunter Barco, Jack Suwinski, Brand…

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Backyard Brawl fallout: How do Pat Narduzzi, Eli Holstein pick up the pieces? 27:50

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Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable sort through an ugly Backyard Brawl loss to West Virginia for the Panthers and how coach Pat Narduzzi and Co. can bounce back ahead of ACC play. Can coordinators Kade Bell and Randy Bates get the penalties cleaned up? What's the latest on the health of RB Desmond Reid and DB Cruce Brooki…

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Steelers-Seahawks reaction: Jalen Ramsey, defense lose too many matchups? Aaron Rodgers needs help? 22:50

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Editor's note: We apologize for audio syncing issues with this episode. On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Ray Fittipaldo and Christopher Carter sort through the NFL Week 2 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. What's behind the inconsistency coach Mike Tomlin's def…

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WPIAL football: Is Aliquippa title material in Class 4A? Small schools thriving? 41:58

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Post-Gazette high school sports insiders Mike White and Keith Barnes recap a busy week of football news around the WPIAL and Pittsburgh City League. What should we make of Shady Side Academy's injury situation a week after forfeiting in controversial fashion against Clairton? Is Aliquippa championship material once again in Class 4A? What should we…

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Steelers-Seahawks reaction: Kaleb Johnson gaffe, ugly day for Aaron Rodgers leads to Week 2 loss? 41:42

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Post-Gazette sports writers Adam Bittner and Paul Zeise react live after the Steelers' NFL Week 2 matchup with the Seattle Seahawks, the home opener at Acrisure Stadium. Were Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Pat Freiermuth and Jonne Smith able to maintain momentum in the passing game? Was Broderick Jones able to get back on track at le…

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Steelers-Seahawks reaction: Cam Heyward, T.J. Watt, Jalen Ramsey & high-priced defense fail again? 8:23

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Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo recap an NFL Week 2 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in the home opener at Acrisure Stadium. They sort through the defense's many issues in slowing down QB Sam Darnold, RB Kenneth Walker III and receiver Jaxson Smith-Njigba. Is it time to worry about coach Mike Tomlin's high-priced unit that…

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Backyard Brawl aftermath: How did Pitt let game slip away? Penalties, red zone causes for concern? 7:42

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Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable break down the Panthers' 31-24 overtime loss to West Virginia on Saturday in the 108th edition of the Backyard Brawl. How did the Panthers let this game slip away in such embarrassing fashion, when they had so many chances to win? Did coach Pat Narduzzi fail to prepare his team for the r…

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Penn State-Villanova reaction: Did nonconference slate prepare them for Oregon? Drew Allar iffy? 10:50

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Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Penn State insiders Isaiah Maldonado and Lyle Alenstein break down the Nittany Lions' 52-6 win over Villanova on Saturday at Beaver Stadium. What did the Nittany Lions' domination of the FCS foe say about the team moving forward? Are they ready to face the rigors of the Big Ten schedule, starting with a showdown with No…

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Steelers-Seahawks: Why stopping the run is a must for a Week 2 win 26:05

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On the Saturday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Brian Batko give a final look at the Week 2 matchup with the Seahawks. Can the maligned Steelers run defense shut down Kenneth Walker and Zach Charbonnet, forcing Sam Darnold to play hero ball? Can we expect to see Keeanu Benton improve, or is it time…

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Steelers preview: Why Seahawks defense poses a daunting challenge 30:34

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Why does this defense, especially a secondary led by a banged-up Devon Witherspoon, pose a challenge to Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers offense? Can DK Metcalf take advantage of Seattle's injuries for a major revenge game? And will Broderick Jones improve enough to allow it all to happen? Plus, Paul dives into the other big game this weekend: Saturd…

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Has Penn State proven anything yet? Or does James Franklin just need to beat a good team? 13:02

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Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to ponder Penn State's progress through the first two weeks of the season. Have coach James Franklin's Nittany Lions proven anything yet? Is there anything they can show against Villanova that they haven't against Florida International and Nevada? Does Franklin deserve criticism for…

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Pitt, West Virginia at odds over Backyard Brawl future? Pat Narduzzi needs a big win? 10:43

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Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to sort through the controversy surrounding the future of the Backyard Brawl rivalry between Pitt and West Virginia. Who shares more blame for the future for the series going on hiatus? Pat Narduzzi, Allen Greene and the Panthers? Or Rich Rodriguez, Wren Baker and the Mountaineers? …

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Steelers under pressure: Do Roman Wilson, Payton Wilson & Broderick Jones have the most to prove? 21:56

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On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey to analyze which young Steelers are under the most pressure to prove themselves heading into NFL Week 2 against the Seattle Seahawks? Can Roman Wilson finally generate some production …

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Should Pirates still view Henry Davis as their catcher of the future? Time to spend at 3B? 15:28

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Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to analyze the future of Henry Davis and other young players with the Pirates. Is Henry Davis still a viable candidate to be the club's catcher of the future? Or are his struggles at the plate to profound to overcome in his time share with Joey Bart? Will any of Nick Yorke, Cam Deva…

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Backyard Brawl preview: Can West Virginia replace Jahiem White? Eli Holstein ready for rivalry game? 16:30

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Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable preview the Backyard Brawl between heated rivals Pitt and West Virginia. What are the keys to the game from both sides? How is West Virginia sorting out its quarterback situation between Nicco Marchiol and Jaylen Henderson after a lifeless performance last week vs. Ohio? Will the Mountai…

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Steelers practice report: Teryl Austin feels run defense woes are fixable? More Yahya Black coming? 7:56

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Post-Gazette insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo give their Steelers practice report from the team's UPMC Rooney Sports Complex ahead of an NFL Week 2 matchup with the Seattle Seahawks at Acrisure Stadium. Why do DC Teryl Austin and captain Cam Heyward seem optimistic about fixing the run defense issues that crept up against Justin Fields, Bree…

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Pitt volleyball: Panthers make national STATEMENT? Final Four hopes back on track? 25:24

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In this episode of their Serving Up Pitt volleyball podcast, Post-Gazette insider Abby Schnable and former Panthers player Cat Flood break down the team's performances from the past week, which includes a statement sweep over No. 3 Kentucky and victories over Pepperdine and Jacksonville. Did this Pitt team announce its arrival on the national stage…

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Steelers OL has its hands full with Seahawks pass rush? DK Metcalf fired up to face old team? 22:04

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On his weekly Chipped Ham & Football podcast, Post-Gazette insider Brian Batko welcomes Associated Press sports writer and Post-Gazette alumnus Andrew Destin to preview the Steelers' NFL Week 2 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. How will the Steelers defense, which struggled so mightily against Justin Fields and Breece Hall in Week 1, deal with …

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WPIAL athlete of the week: Norwin's Annie Czajkowski SETS RECORD in victory 10:45

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Post-Gazette high school sports insider Matt Press interviews Norwin cross country standout Annie Czajkowski after she set a 5k record for the Knights at the Red, White & Blue classic at White Oak Park. What did the record-setting performance mean to her? What's her excitement level for competing at the New Balance Nationals in Boston? What does he…

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WPIAL athlete of the week: Latrobe's Charlie Heese runs away with BIG weekend race? 9:21

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Post-Gazette high school sports insider Matt Press interviews this week's WPIAL and Pittsburgh City League boys athlete of the week, Latrobe cross country runner Charlie Heese. He gets the inside scoop on how Charlie cruised to a victory at the Red, White and Blue Classic race last weekend at White Oak Park; Charlie's summer training regimen that l…

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Paul Zeise Live: Steelers' Cam Heyward vowing 'redemption Sunday' for defense vs. Seahawks? 30:17

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Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise gives his thoughts on the Steelers defense heading into its NFL Week 2 matchup with the Seattle Seahawks. Is the unit capable of a "redemption Sunday," as captain Cam Heyward vowed in recent podcast comments? Or are problems with the run defense still too glaring between the struggles of …

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Pirates mailbag: Has Oneil Cruz reached his ceiling? Ben Cherington becoming more secure? 20:10

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On his weekly mailbag podcast, Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles answers reader questions. Among them: How should the front office manage the Oneil Cruz situation heading into next season, with major questions looming over his ability to become a true MLB star? Is GM Ben Cherington's job secure if this team is able to finish close to the .500…

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Too soon to panic about Steelers' Broderick Jones? Keeanu Benton under pressure too? 24:42

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On the Wednesday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christipher Carter to assess the team's line play in NFL Week 1 against the New York Jets. Is it too soon to panic about Broderick Jones after he gave up three sacks? Or is he a valid concern f…

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Do Arthur Smith, Steelers' offense have EXPLOSIVE potential with Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf and cast? 29:59

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Live around 5 p.m. Eastern, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise analyzes the Steelers' offense following the NFL Week 1 victory against the New York Jets. How much potential does OC Arthur Smith's unit have after scoring 34 points in its debut? How high can new faces like Aaron Rodgers, Jonnu Smith and DK Metcalf lift the group's ceiling? Can …

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Steelers practice report: Mike Tomlin bringing in Jabrill Peppers? Can line woes be fixed? 8:29

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Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from coach Mike Tomlin's weekly news conference ahead of an NFL Week 2 matchup with the Seattle Seahawks at Acrisure Stadium. What did Tomlin have to say about the signing of Jabrill Peppers, a veteran safety? What could it mean for the injured DeShon Elliott moving forward? And h…

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Has Steelers' outlook IMPROVED with Aaron Rodgers? Can Calvin Austin III, receivers sustain this? 24:01

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On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to analyze the Steelers' outlook after the NFL Week 1 victory against the New York Jets. Should Aaron Rodgers' performance cause us to adjust expectations for coach Mike Tomlin's team? How much of the producti…

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Are Desmond Reid, Pitt running game meeting expectations as Backyard Brawl vs. West Virginia looms? 22:49

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Post-Gazette insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable analyze the state of play with Pitt football as the Backyard Brawl rivalry game vs. the West Virginia Mountaineers looms this weekend. Are the QB Eli Holstein, OC Kade Bell and the Panthers meeting the grade offensively? Particularly in the running game with Desmond Reid? How did depth DBs Sh…

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WPIAL football: Shady Side Academy's forfeit vs. Clairton stirs controversy? 44:46

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Post-Gazette high school sports insiders Mike White and Keith Barnes recap a busy week in football news around the WPIAL and City League. What do the guys make of Shady Side Academy's controversial forfeit to Clairton? Should there be repercussions? Why was the offensive battle between North Catholic and Blackhawk one of the highlights of the week?…

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Pirates prospect report: Konnor Griffin, Termarr Johnson lifting playoff-bound Altoona? 10:06

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Post-Gazette Pirates insider Colin Beazley discusses the last week in Pirates' minor league baseball, as both Double-A Altoona and High-A Greensboro advanced to the minor league playoffs. Beazley discusses what this means and what next steps are, before highlighting nine players who stood out in the last week: Rafael Flores, Hunter Barco, Brandan B…

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Steelers-Jets reaction: Aaron Rodgers HIDES flaws with running game, blocking and defense? 21:15

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On the Monday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo analyze the NFL Week 1 victory against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Why was QB Aaron Rodgers able to have so much success in his Steelers' debut? Despit…

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Steelers-Jets reaction: Aaron Rodgers proves critics wrong in outdueling Justin Fields? 8:48

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Post-Gazette insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo react to the Steelers' NFL Week 1 victory against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. How valuable has Chris Boswell become to coach Mike Tomlin after nailing field goals from 56 and 60 yards? The latter of which proving to be the game-winner. What should we make of Aaro…

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NFL Week 1: Steelers vs. Jets recap, reaction, highlights & analysis 36:51

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Post-Gazette sports writers Adam Bittner and Paul Zeise react live after the Steelers' NFL Week 1 matchup with the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. How did Aaron Rodgers look in his Steelers debut? How did he mesh with targets including DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Roman Wilson, Jonnu Smith, Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Was…

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Penn State-Florida International reaction: Drew Allar leads balanced attack? Chaz Coleman breakout? 11:36

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Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Penn State insiders Isaiah Maldonado and Lyle Alenstein break down the Nittany Lions' 34-0 win over Florida International on Saturday at Beaver Stadium. Why was the third-down battle the key to the Nittany Lions' slow start on offense after basically doing whatever they wanted against Nevada in Week 1? And how did QB Dr…