Pittsburgh Tribune Review columnist Tim Benz has been covering Pittsburgh sports since 2001. Along with writing for TribLIVE, he is a Steelers radio host on WDVE and ESPN Pittsburgh, a contributor on WPXI's "The Final Word" and the BetRivers podcast network. Plus he is a play-by-play announcer for Duquesne basketball and Robert Morris University hockey. Tim's Monday-Friday podcasts will cover everything going on with the Pittsburgh sports scene, fantasy sports, and gambling.
This week's Madden Monday with Mark Madden and Tim Benz features fallout from the Steelers' preseason loss to the New York Jets, the Penguins Hall of Fame class and woes for the Pirates out west Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jeff Erickson of RotoWire shares fantasy football draft advice, keeper thoughts, running backs on the rise and has some insight on baseball leagues from an NL Central and West perspective. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This week's Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast examines Paul Skenes' struggles, Esmerlyn Valdez's slump, potential minor-league pitching help, and a rugged Pirates schedule. Tim Benz and Kevin Gorman discuss all that and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Joe Starkey and Tim Benz host this Friday's Beyond Bylines. They debate the idea of shutting down Paul Skenes for the rest of 2026, the Steelers' quarterback situation, and how Jim Rutherford would handle the Penguins' current roster construction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tim Benz and Chris Adamski discuss the Steelers QB situation in advance of Will Howard's start against the Jets Friday night. They also discuss Kaleb Johnson's future, the banged-up secondary and Mike McCarthy's interview strategy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tim Benz interviews Mason Rudolph, Will Howard and Mike McCarthy after the decision to bench Aaron Rodgers and Rudolph for Friday's preseason game against the Jets. Instead, Mike McCarthy will take a longer look at Drew Allar and Howard. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tim Benz gives his thoughts on why the Steelers should keep four quarterbacks, and he interviews Mason Rudolph and Robert Tonyan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this week's "Madden Monday," Tim Benz and Mark Madden talk about the Steelers' QBs and their impressive preseason debuts, Keeanu Benton's contract, Joey Porter Jr.'s status, Paul Skenes' scratched start, Mario Lemieux's ownership future with the Pens, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Kevin Gorman of TribLive joins us for our weekly baseball podcast. We talk about Paul Skenes' conditioning, the upcoming Red Sox series and Braxton Ashcraft's stellar start in Miami. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jeff Erickson of RotoWire gives us some QB and WR draft tips. We discuss Guillotine leagues, keeper strategy, Steelers young players to draft and avoid and more. Plus lots of baseball talk too. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Chris Adamski joins Tim Benz to preview how Mike McCarthy will handle his first preseason game as coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers. They discuss QB decisions, OL snaps, secondary depth, and Minkah Fitzpatrick's comments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In Tuesday's Letters From Camp Podcast, Tim Benz interviews Steelers QB coach Tom Arth. They discuss  Aaron Rodgers' approach under Mike McCarthy, Will Howard's development, Mason Rudolph's improvement and Drew Allar's learning curve. Tim also has a harsh lesson for a rookie at practice on Tuesday and a win for the defense before the storms hit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this week's "Madden Monday" podcast, Mark Madden and I discuss the dissolving 2026 season for the Pittsburgh Pirates. We talk about Major League Baseball labor discontent, the Steelers' QB position, Joey Porter Jr.'s contract situation, WNBA chaos, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Pirates beat writer Kevin Gorman joins me for our weekly baseball podcast as the Pirates have fallen into last place with the Mets coming to town this weekend. We discuss missed opportunities at the trade deadline, Paul Skenes' problems, Nick Gonzlaes' issues; an underutilized Luke Weaver; and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Joe Starkey and Tim Benz try to figure out Ville Koivunen's contract. They discuss Mike Tomlin's NBC debut and the Pirates' slide. Then they get into Akron's "fan as offensive coordinator" promotion, ghost hunting, Airbnb disputes, Van Morrison songs and the best fast food salad bars. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This week's Training Camp podcast with Chris Adamski comes on 105.9 The X as I fill in for Mark Madden. Chris tells us what happened to Max Iheanachor Thursday afternoon. We discuss the backup QBs, and we look at Saturday's night practice in Latrobe. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
I was guest-hosting for Mark Madden on 105.9 The X Thursday. Mark called in when we found out about Ville Koivunen's surprising $32 million deal with the Penguins. We also discussed the Pirates' latest loss to Milwaukee and Paul Skenes' struggles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this week's Fantasy Sports podcast, Jeff Erickson and I recap the MLB trade deadline from a fantasy perspective. Then we discuss the Pirates-Brewers series and the Red Sox-White Sox game. And we evaluate those big contracts for NFL running backs and how to approach a mid-round pick in Round 1. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mike DeCourcy joined me as I was filling in for Mark Madden on 105.9 The X Wednesday. We began by discussing the American soccer team. Then we discussed Steelers training camp. And we really went deep into the MLB trade deadline and the looming MLB work stoppage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mike McCarthy's first depth chart as Steelers coach has been released. During Thursday's "Letters from Camp" podcast, Tim Benz and Brian Batko try to figure out what may change by opening day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Wednesday's "Letters from Camp" podcast features interviews with Troy Fautanu and Kaleb Johnson. Mike McCarthy discusses the running backs and defensive tackles. We break down a hot day for Aaron Rodgers in the red zone and a camp skirmish flares up over a disputed interception. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Steelers held their first padded practice under Mike McCarthy. Tim Benz and Chris Harlan went over everything that took place in front of the Pat McAfee Show and a big crowd at St. Vincent College. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This week's "Madden Monday" podcast looks at the Pirates' strategy approaching Monday's trade deadline. We dissect their lousy series in Cincinnati. We break down the Tommy Novak contract extension with the Penguins. And we kick around the first week of Steelers training camp. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In our weekly baseball podcast, Kevin Gorman joins us to recap everything that went wrong in Cincinnati for the Pirates, offensive struggles of late, misused-but-improving bullpen results, the trade market and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this week's "Beyond the Bylines." Joe Starkey and Tim Benz pick apart Don Kelly's failed bullpen decisions against the Reds Thursday night, upcoming trade deadline moves, and a suddenly struggling Pirates offense. We also talk about Week 1 of Steelers training camp. Specifically, we get into DK Metcalf, Mike McCarthy shelving tackling at training camp, and Joey Porter Jr.'s contract. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tim Benz talks about some super high points--and one low one--for Will Howard at Steelers training camp Thursday. Darnell Washington and Zach Frazier speak about changes to the Mike McCarthy system of offense. And Asante Samuel Jr. is seizing his first-team reps. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
TribLive Steelers beat writer Chris Adamski joins Tim Benz from the hunting cabin outside of Latrobe. They talk about everything they saw at Steelers training camp, including a practice without tackling, with more pace, Drew Allar's up-&-down debut, CB play without Joey Porter, and the looming offensive line decisions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
At Day 1 of Steelers training camp, Tim Benz talks about the flow of Steelers practice under new coach Mike McCarthy, some standout plays by a few DBs and LBs, quarterback play, and he interviews Pat Freiermuth and Keeanu Benton. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tuesday's podcast recaps repporting day from Steelers training camp as Tim Benz discusses Year 1 of Mike McCarthy, DK Metcalf, Jalen Ramsey and Joey Porter Jr. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
in this week;s Mdden Mondaypodcast, MArk Madden and I Steelers traini n camp arrives, Pirates woes, Jason Robertson's future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Kevin Gorman joins me for this week's Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast to discuss the Pirates' road trip to Cleveland and New York, bullpen woes, trade prospects and a major homestand against Chicago and Arizona. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This week's Fantasy Spprts Podcast with Jeff Erickson dives into the pre-draft QB talk, the Pirates-Yankees series, British Open fantasy results, World Cup payoffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tim Benz and Chris Adamski get ready for next week's start for Steelers training camp 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Chris McMonigle of WFAN in New York joins me to talk about the Pirates-Yankees series at Yankee Stadium. We discuss Gerrit Cole's injury recovery, David Bednar's hot streak and the idea of the Yankees pursuing Mason Miller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris McMonigle of WFAN in New York joins me to talk about the Pirates-Yankees series at Yankee Stadium. We discuss Gerrit Cole's injury recovery, David Bednar's hot streak and the idea of the Yankees pursuing Mason Miller. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This week's "Madden Monday" features a recap of Spain's win in the World Cup, conversation about the Penguins' offseason, potential Pirates trade hang-ups, the Bucs' series win in Cleveland, Steelers training camp and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week's "Madden Monday" features a recap of Spain's win in the World Cup, conversation about the Penguins' offseason, potential Pirates trade hang-ups, the Bucs' series win in Cleveland, Steelers training camp and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this week's offseason podcast, Chris Adaski joins me to talk about Steelers training camp changes, defensive perception, Will Howard vs. Mason Rudolph, & Mike McCarthy's assistants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this week's offseason podcast, Chris Adaski joins me to talk about Steelers training camp changes, defensive perception, Will Howard vs. Mason Rudolph, & Mike McCarthy's assistants. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Brian Taylor of Real Golf Radio joins me for a full preview of The Open Championship in England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brian Taylor of Real Golf Radio joins me for a full preview of The Open Championship in England. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jeff Erickson of RotoWire has British Open picks, post-All-Star Game fantasy baseball talk, World Cup conversation and Cee Dee vs. Pickens debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jeff Erickson of RotoWire has British Open picks, post-All-Star Game fantasy baseball talk, World Cup conversation and Cee Dee vs. Pickens debate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tim Benz and Kevin Gorman talk abotu Oneil Cruz's future, the All-Star Game, the Fox broadcast, trade ideas, Paul Skenes and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tim Benz and Kevin Gorman talk abotu Oneil Cruz's future, the All-Star Game, the Fox broadcast, trade ideas, Paul Skenes and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Former Pirates All-Stars Freddy Sanchez and Jason Bay join me to share memories of the 2006 All-Star Game at PNC Park Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Pirates All-Stars Freddy Sanchez and Jason Bay join me to share memories of the 2006 All-Star Game at PNC Park Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This week's Madden Monday podcast looks at some declining Steelers defenisve players, the Pirates sweep of Milwaukee, the Jason Robertson chatter and the World Cup final four. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week's Madden Monday podcast looks at some declining Steelers defenisve players, the Pirates sweep of Milwaukee, the Jason Robertson chatter and the World Cup final four. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tim Benz and Joe Starkey are traumatized by Pirates pitching, they have thoughts on T.J. Watt, great Pitt performances, seeing movies alone, eye-bag treatments, old Penguins memories, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tim Benz and Joe Starkey are traumatized by Pirates pitching, they have thoughts on T.J. Watt, great Pitt performances, seeing movies alone, eye-bag treatments, old Penguins memories, 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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