The Cook & Joe Show

The Bears crushed Cleveland and Myles Garrett has 21.5 sacks, one away from the record. Joe Burrow looked disengaged from the Bengals and was dominated by Baltimore. Philip Rivers almost beat the Seahawks.

T.J. Watt is out of the hospital but will miss Monday night's game. Brian thinks Derrick Harmon is going to play tonight and Harmon was optimistic. DK Metcalf, T.J. Watt, and Jaylen Warren have all dealt with significant things this week. Brian thinks there is a good chance the Steelers have things wrapped up before Week 18.

We hear from Steelers fans going to the game against the Dolphins. Mike Tomlin has NEVER lost a Monday night home game as Steelers head coach. A nice lady named Jinny tells us about how she has climbed some of the highest mountains in the country. 

Is Jaylen Warren a feature back? He has been added to the injury report tonight with an illness. Are Adam Thielen and MVS making that much of a difference in the Steelers offense? We think Thielen will have a bigger impact in the receiving game! Joe thinks the Steelers should go down swinging with Aaron Rodgers throwing the ball around and taking shots down the field.

T.J. Watt had a dry needling session that resulted in a partially collapsed lung. Was this someone from the team or an outside practitioner? Tom Pelissero said the Steelers are hopeful that Watt could be back for the Lions game, but Ian Rapaport is less optimistic.

How do you feel about the Steelers' chances against the Dolphins? It's going to feel like 0 degrees. The Chiefs have officially been eliminated from playoff contention. What team do you trust the most in the AFC?

T.J. Watt is ruled out for Monday night, is Aaron Rodgers taking over the Steelers offense, did the Penguins win the Jarry trade and the Pirates continue to search for free agents.

The guys are at the Baseball Card Castle. We get the latest on TJ Watt from Tom Pelissero. It seems like he'll be out Monday. The Steelers are better equipped to fill this void this season than in past years. BREAKING NEWS: The Penguins have traded Tristan Jarry to the Oilers for Stuart Skinner. There were some highs and a lot of lows. The Pens and Oilers will be playing in just a few days. The guys talk about some of the cool items at the Card Castle. Joe is getting ideas for wedding gifts for Donny. We get more details on the Pens trade. It feels like a deal to make room for Murashov. The General made a big donation. Revisiting the latest on TJ Watt, as it doesn't seem like a long-term concern. Nick Farabaugh joins on location to give his thoughts on Watt, how the injury could've happened. A look at key matchups in Steelers/Dolphins, including Harmon's impact vs the run. Are the Ravens broken? Joe is confused by the new Pittsburgh airport terminal. Limits is singing karaoke with Nick Farabaugh. Ray Fittipaldo joins as Joe goes off about more domes coming to the NFL. Ray reacts to the Watt injury update and some conflicting reports. The latest on Harmon and how he's handling his injury, Rodgers going rogue, Roman Wilson's future, free association, including his prediction of 21-17 Steelers. Ray says Thielen's name oddly, like Thiel College. Sean Gentille joins to insult Kaboly, his thoughts on the Jarry trade, what it means for Murashov, intel on Brett Kulak, if this can get the Oilers over the hump. A quick numbers game. Nick Kostos jumps on to talk about Steelers/Dolphins, the curious Bills/Pats line, Nick makes a bet backing Green Bay, Joe takes Denver. and some memorabilia is at stake. The General jumps on. The Quiz Show comes down to the wire. Joe has departed. Bechtold Breakdown. Sherrone Moore has some serious charges. Pitt women's volleyball is making another run. Another TJ Watt update, courtesy of JJ. Minkah returns but will he be noticeable? Is Tua better than Rodgers? Will Ramsey or Jonnu be around next season? NFL picks (plus Army/Navy), with a cameo picker

The guys are at the Baseball Card Castle. We get the latest on TJ Watt from Tom Pelissero. It seems like he'll be out Monday. The Steelers are better equipped to fill this void this season than in past years. BREAKING NEWS: The Penguins have traded Tristan Jarry to the Oilers for Stuart Skinner. There were some highs and a lot of lows. The Pens and Oilers will be playing in just a few days. The guys talk about some of the cool items at the Card Castle. Joe is getting ideas for wedding gifts for Donny. We get more details on the Pens trade. It feels like a deal to make room for Murashov. The General made a big donation. Revisiting the latest on TJ Watt, as it doesn't seem like a long-term concern. Nick Farabaugh joins on location to give his thoughts on Watt, how the injury could've happened. A look at key matchups in Steelers/Dolphins, including Harmon's impact vs the run. Are the Ravens broken? Joe is confused by the new Pittsburgh airport terminal. Limits is singing karaoke with Nick Farabaugh.

Ray Fittipaldo joins as Joe goes off about more domes coming to the NFL. Ray reacts to the Watt injury update and some conflicting reports. The latest on Harmon and how he's handling his injury, Rodgers going rogue, Roman Wilson's future, free association, including his prediction of 21-17 Steelers. Ray says Thielen's name oddly, like Thiel College. Sean Gentille joins to insult Kaboly, his thoughts on the Jarry trade, what it means for Murashov, intel on Brett Kulak, if this can get the Oilers over the hump. A quick numbers game.

Nick Kostos jumps on to talk about Steelers/Dolphins, the curious Bills/Pats line, Nick makes a bet backing Green Bay, Joe takes Denver. and some memorabilia is at stake. The General jumps on. The Quiz Show comes down to the wire.

Joe has departed. Bechtold Breakdown. Sherrone Moore has some serious charges. Pitt women's volleyball is making another run. Another TJ Watt update, courtesy of JJ. Minkah returns but will he be noticeable? Is Tua better than Rodgers? Will Ramsey or Jonnu be around next season? NFL picks (plus Army/Navy), with a cameo picker for Joe

NFL picks (plus Army/Navy), with a cameo picker for Joe

Joe has departed. Bechtold Breakdown. Sherrone Moore has some serious charges. Pitt women's volleyball is making another run. Another TJ Watt update, courtesy of JJ. Minkah returns but will he be noticeable? Is Tua better than Rodgers? Will Ramsey or Jonnu be around next season?

The General jumps on. The Quiz Show comes down to the wire.

Nick Kostos jumps on to talk about Steelers/Dolphins, the curious Bills/Pats line, Nick makes a bet backing Green Bay, Joe takes Denver. and some memorabilia is at stake.

Sean Gentille joins to insult Kaboly, his thoughts on the Jarry trade, what it means for Murashov, intel on Brett Kulak, if this can get the Oilers over the hump. A quick numbers game.

Ray Fittipaldo joins as Joe goes off about more domes coming to the NFL. Ray reacts to the Watt injury update and some conflicting reports. The latest on Harmon and how he's handling his injury, Rodgers going rogue, Roman Wilson's future, free association, including his prediction of 21-17 Steelers. Ray says Thielen's name oddly, like Thiel College.

Revisiting the latest on TJ Watt, as it doesn't seem like a long-term concern. Nick Farabaugh joins on location to give his thoughts on Watt, how the injury could've happened. A look at key matchups in Steelers/Dolphins, including Harmon's impact vs the run. Are the Ravens broken? Joe is confused by the new Pittsburgh airport terminal. Limits is singing karaoke with Nick Farabaugh.

The guys are at the Baseball Card Castle. We get the latest on TJ Watt from Tom Pelissero. It seems like he'll be out Monday. The Steelers are better equipped to fill this void this season than in past years. BREAKING NEWS: The Penguins have traded Tristan Jarry to the Oilers for Stuart Skinner. There were some highs and a lot of lows. The Pens and Oilers will be playing in just a few days. The guys talk about some of the cool items at the Card Castle. Joe is getting ideas for wedding gifts for Donny. We get more details on the Pens trade. It feels like a deal to make room for Murashov. The General made a big donation. 

Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani, Joe Starkey, and Tyler Kennedy: Joe and Bob remember Mario Lemieux's famous golf outings. Stanley Cup Champion Tyler Kennedy joined. What happened with the Penguins giving up a goal with 0.1 seconds left? TK's shootout player lineups. How do the Penguins bounce back against the Canadians?

Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: The Steelers offense is heavily dependent on Aaron Rodgers. The Steelers defense allows 100 more yards rushing per game when Derrick Harmon is not on the field. Chris Hoke would keep Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig next year. Joe thinks the Ravens are broken, but Hokie thinks the Ravens should have won and are dangerous.

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: The Pirates struck out on Kyle Schwarber and Pete Alonso, but signed lefty Gregory Soto to a $7.75 million deal. Luis Arraez, Harrison Bader, and Eugenio Suarez are good options for the Pirates. T.J. Watt is at a local hospital after experiencing discomfort in his lung.

Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Adam Schefter is reporting that Watt's injury occurred during treatment. How do you feel about Joey Porter Jr. this year? Is Cam Heyward having a great, good, or an ok season? Jeff said the media members at the facility were blindsided by the T.J. Watt injury.

Jeff said the media members at the facility were blindsided by the T.J. Watt injury. Cole Holcomb did well in run defense, but Malik Harrison has been their Elandon Roberts. Jeff would want to play Buffalo in the playoffs over the Texans, Chargers, or Jaguars.

Adam Schefter is reporting that Watt's injury occurred during treatment. The Steelers need to beat Miami to continue on the path to win the AFC North. Five pressing Steelers questions before the Dolphins game. Is Cam Heyward having a great, good, or an ok season?

T.J. Watt is at a local hospital after experiencing discomfort in his lung. His status is up in the air for Monday. Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore has been fired with cause after having an inappropriate relationship with a staff member and was arrested.

The Pirates struck out on Kyle Schwarber and Pete Alonso, but signed lefty Gregory Soto to a $7.75 million deal. Joe is keeping an open mind. Who will the Pirates sign and add to the lineup?

Chris Hoke would keep Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig next year. He is worried about Highsmith's health but plays tough in the run and is a relentless player. Joe thinks the Ravens are broken, but Hokie thinks the Ravens should have won and are dangerous.

Hokie thought Isaiah Likely caught the ball in the end zone and thought there were tough calls against the Ravens. The Steelers offense is heavily dependent on Aaron Rodgers. The Steelers defense allows 100 more yards rushing per game when Derrick Harmon is not on the field.

Tyler Kennedy thinks whoever scores the first goal will have a huge advantage. TK thinks the Penguins need to spread out youth with veterans. The kids line has not scored together in four games.

Joe and Bob remember Mario Lemieux's famous golf outings. What happened with the Penguins giving up a goal with 0.1 seconds left? TK thinks Arturs Silovs has to make that save. Is it crazy to switch goaltenders before the shootout??

The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Bob Pompeani, Joe Starkey, and Austin Bechtold (behind the glass), from Wednesday, December 10th, 2025

Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Tom Verducci said the Pirates offered Schwarber a near five-year, $150 million deal and showed a willingness to go higher. Paul Skenes is campaigning for players to come here. The Penguins gave up a game-tying goal with 0.1 seconds left in regulation. How?? Jeff Patton of Baseball Card Castle joined the show.

Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: A trip inside Gerry Dulac's chat. Does Art Rooney II realize how angry people are with the Steelers? The Steelers average 96 opposing yards rushing with Derrick Harmon. Without Harmon, the Steelers allow over 190 yards! The Steelers play Miami Monday. Pirates still looking for offense.

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani, Joe Starkey, and Mark Kaboly: The Pirates have inquired about Brandon Lowe. Has replay been a good or bad thing? Donny Football joins the show for a roundtable with Pomp, Joe, and Mark Kaboly. Penguins lose in a shootout, AGAIN. Was Mike Tomlin always going to be back regardless of what happens?

Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Pete Alonso signed with the Orioles for nearly the same deal as Kyle Schwaber. Why is it that we are seeing so many respected national reporters claim how much money the Pirates are willing to spend? Joey Porter Sr. doesn't like former Steelers calling out the team. Big Ben thinks the Isaiah Likely play was a catch. The end zone is different.

Notre Dame is guaranteed a spot in the College Football Playoff if they are in the top 12 next year. Joey Porter Sr. doesn't like former Steelers calling out the team. Big Ben thinks the Isaiah Likely play was a catch. The end zone is different.

Pete Alonso signed with the Orioles for nearly the same deal as Kyle Schwaber. Why is it that we are seeing so many respected national reporters claim how much money the Pirates are willing to spend? Joe thinks the language is curious

Donny Football joins the show for a roundtable with Pomp, Joe, and Mark Kaboly. Was Mike Tomlin alway going to be back regardless of what happens? Pete Alonso signs a five-year deal with the Orioles. Mark and Donny think that Tomlin is the coach until he wants to leave, unless there is a terrible season. Pens lose in a shootout, AGAIN.

The Pirates have inquired about Brandon Lowe. The Pirates will pick first in the 2026 MLB Draft. Mark Kaboly thinks the Isaiah Likely play looked like a touchdown, but by the rule it's not a grab. Has replay been a good or bad thing?

Our favorite Steelers-Dolphins games with Ben's first game there, Dupree's hit on Matt Moore, and the mud game. Ken Rosenthal said the Pirates are open to trading Jared Jones and Bubba Chandler, but only for a huge haul. Scott Boras said it's the right step for the Pirates to engage in big-time free agents.