The Cook & Joe Show

Konnor Griffin fever is just beginning, Ty Simpsons impresses Steelers and Pens trying to survive without Crosby for a month.

It's suddenly better times in Pittsburgh sports. The Pirates are the biggest story in baseball, and it's a positive for once. There's nothing fluky about the Pens at this point. Dubas has quickly turned around the Pens. There's even some excitement about the Steelers. Joe is completely right about the reaction if the Steelers draft Ty Simpson and Limits and Donny are completely wrong. The Steelers report card is horrible again. There are only 5 toilets. There's hope, and the Pens are getting results right now too. Callers chime in on the optimism. Drew Allar discussion. Shelty used the word incrinkulent yesterday. I make up a word "fellendoofer". A caller used it immediately. Callers are very happy on this wonderful day. Ray Fittipaldo joins to discuss his takeaways from the combine, Ty Simpson and Drew Allar, why the Steelers are so high on Will Howard, WR options in the draft, the ugly Steelers report card, will Gainwell be back, how he graded Metcalf in 2025, Queen's future in Pittsburgh. Recent history shows we can't write off Simpson to the Steelers. Paul Steigerwald joins to discuss the Pens win last night, Stuart Skinner's presence and if he could be traded, what the Pens need to get into the playoffs, the needs at the trade deadline, if Vincent Trocheck is an option, Anthony Mantha and others on expiring contracts, if Malkin might resign in Pittsburgh. Nick Farabaugh joins to discuss the Cowboys franchising George Pickens, he heard that Ty Simpson was impressive in his interview, the big stories for the Steelers at the combine, the possibility of the Steelers drafting a tackle, Vega Iaone, what the kicker market means for Chris Boswell. Farabaugh uses the word "incrinkulent". A look around the NFL - Anthony Richardson is seeking a trade, JaQuan Brisker, tall vs fast for WRs, random 49ers trivia. Who would be best on TV - Tomlin, Rodgers, or Cam? Kevin Gorman joins from Spring Training to give the latest on Konnor Griffin, how the Pirates have three unicorns, how Griffin has looked in the field, the schedule with the WBC, how Griffin lasted to No. 9 in the draft, his interaction with Sheltie yesterday. The Pirates are one of the biggest stories in the MLB. Things are way better with the Pens. What will the Pens do in goal this weekend? Looking at the slate of the WPIAL basketball games.

It's suddenly better times in Pittsburgh sports. The Pirates are the biggest story in baseball, and it's a positive for once. There's nothing flukey about the Pens at this point. Dubas has quickly turned around the Pens. There's even some excitement about the Steelers. Joe is completely right about the reaction if the Steelers draft Ty Simpson and Limits and Donny are completely wrong. The Steelers report card is horrible again. There are only 5 toilets. There's hope, and the Pens are getting results right now too. Callers chime in on the optimism. Drew Allar discussion. Shelty used the word incrinkulent yesterday. I make up a word "fellendoofer". A caller used it immediately. Callers are very happy on this wonderful day. 

Ray Fittipaldo joins to discuss his takeaways from the combine, Ty Simpson and Drew Allar, why the Steelers are so high on Will Howard, WR options in the draft, the ugly Steelers report card, will Gainwell be back, how he graded Metcalf in 2025, Queen's future in Pittsburgh. Recent history shows we can't write off Simpson to the Steelers. Paul Steigerwald joins to discuss the Pens win last night, Stuart Skinner's presence and if he could be traded, what the Pens need to get into the playoffs, the needs at the trade deadline, if Vincent Trocheck is an option, Anthony Mantha and others on expiring contracts, if Malkin might resign in Pittsburgh.

Nick Farabaugh joins to discuss the Cowboys franchising George Pickens, he heard that Ty Simpson was impressive in his interview, the big stories for the Steelers at the combine, the possibility of the Steelers drafting a tackle, Vega Iaone, what the kicker market means for Chris Boswell. Farabaugh uses the word "incrinkulent". A look around the NFL - Anthony Richardson is seeking a trade, JaQuan Brisker, tall vs fast for WRs, random 49ers trivia. Who would be best on TV - Tomlin, Rodgers, or Cam? 

Kevin Gorman joins from Spring Training to give the latest on Konnor Griffin, how the Pirates have three unicorns, how Griffin has looked in the field, the schedule with the WBC, how Griffin lasted to No. 9 in the draft, his interaction with Sheltie yesterday. The Pirates are one of the biggest stories in the MLB. Things are way better with the Pens. What will the Pens do in goal this weekend? Looking at the slate of the WPIAL basketball games.

The Pirates are one of the biggest stories in the MLB. Things are way better with the Pens. What will the Pens do in goal this weekend? Looking at the slate of the WPIAL basketball games.

Kevin Gorman joins from Spring Training to give the latest on Konnor Griffin, how the Pirates have three unicorns, how Griffin has looked in the field, the schedule with the WBC, how Griffin lasted to No. 9 in the draft, his interaction with Sheltie yesterday.

A look around the NFL - Anthony Richardson is seeking a trade, JaQuan Brisker, tall vs fast for WRs, random 49ers trivia. Who would be best on TV - Tomlin, Rodgers, or Cam? 

Nick Farabaugh joins to discuss the Cowboys franchising George Pickens, he heard that Ty Simpson was impressive in his interview, the big stories for the Steelers at the combine, the possibility of the Steelers drafting a tackle, Vega Iaone, what the kicker market means for Chris Boswell. Farabaugh uses the word "incrinkulent"

Paul Steigerwald joins to discuss the Pens win last night, Stuart Skinner's presence and if he could be traded, what the Pens need to get into the playoffs, the needs at the trade deadline, if Vincent Trocheck is an option, Anthony Mantha and others on expiring contracts, if Malkin might resign in Pittsburgh.

Ray Fittipaldo joins to discuss his takeaways from the combine, Ty Simpson and Drew Allar, why the Steelers are so high on Will Howard, WR options in the draft, the ugly Steelers report card, will Gainwell be back, how he graded Metcalf in 2025, Queen's future in Pittsburgh. Recent history shows we can't write off Simpson to the Steelers. 

There's hope, and the Pens are getting results right now too. Callers chime in on the optimism. Drew Allar discussion. Shelty used the word incrinkulent yesterday. I make up a word "fellendoofer". A caller used it immediately. Callers are very happy on this wonderful day. 

It's suddenly better times in Pittsburgh sports. The Pirates are the biggest story in baseball, and it's a positive for once. There's nothing flukey about the Pens at this point. Dubas has quickly turned around the Pens. There's even some excitement about the Steelers. Joe is completely right about the reaction if the Steelers draft Ty Simpson and Limits and Donny are completely wrong. The Steelers report card is horrible again. There are only 5 toilets.

The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Bob Pompeani, Joe Starkey, and Austin Bechtold (behind the glass), from Thursday, February 26th, 2026

Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: TK didn't think Toews and Makar played great for the Canadiens in the Gold Medal Game. How close was Sidney Crosby to playing? Bob wants to do what it takes for Crosby and Malkin to go back to the postseason. Tyler Kennedy thinks the Penguins should give Avery Hayes a chance on the top line.

Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Is THIS the year the Pirates finally get back to the MLB postseason? Joe thinks the Pirates are the story of baseball. If you could sign Konnor Griffin or Paul Skenes to a long-term deal, who would you choose?

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Pirates fans weigh in on how to extend Paul Skenes and/or Konnor Griffin. The Steelers have met with Penn State quarterback Drew Allar, per Nick Farabaugh. Would you be ok with Allar as the Steelers quarterback? Poni reported that the Steelers and Jaguars have talked about star wide receiver Brian Thomas. T

Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Mel Kiper thinks Ty Simpson is like Mac Jones as a quarterback. Matt Miller thinks Will Howard is more of an "AFC quarterback." Miller thinks the Steelers might be pressing for a QB and wouldn't draft Simpson. Jeff thinks this is a big time for Drew Allar to stand out for scouts. Jeff would be surprised if the Steelers pick Simpson.

The Steelers have met with Penn State quarterback Drew Allar, per Nick Farabaugh. Would you be ok with Allar as the Steelers quarterback? Poni reported that the Steelers and Jaguars have talked about star wide receiver Brian Thomas.

Pirates fans weigh in on how to extend Paul Skenes and/or Konnor Griffin. One caller thinks the salary cap/floor could be what helps the Pirates to keep both. We think the Pirates need to sign Konnor Griffin NOW!!

What could a Konnor Griffin extension look like? We think a Griffin extension could be 8-years, $150 million. Griffin could be the most impactful Pirates hitter in over 30 years. 

Is THIS the year the Pirates finally get back to the MLB postseason? Joe thinks the Pirates are the story of baseball. If you could sign Konnor Griffin or Paul Skenes to a long-term deal, who would you choose?

Tyler Kennedy thinks the Penguins should give Avery Hayes a chance on the top line. He wouldn't mess with any other lines. What is Connor McDavid's legacy?

Tyler Kennedy didn't think Toews and Makar played great for the Canadiens in the Gold Medal Game. How close was Sidney Crosby to playing? Bob wants to do what it takes for Crosby and Malkin to go back to the postseason.

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The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Bob Pompeani, Joe Starkey, and Austin Bechtold (behind the glass), from Wednesday, February 25th, 2026

Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Could Sidney Crosby's injury make the Penguins sellers, or stand pat at the deadline? Freelance writer Antonio Rossetti joined the show. He shares the highs and lows of Sid's Golden Goal and the new jubilation of Jack Hughes scoring the Golden Goal.

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Sidney Crosby is going to miss, at minimum, the next four weeks. Jay Caufield thinks it's a big loss and the whole team needs to come together to overcome not having Sid in the lineup. Sid said he didn't have a problem with the hit that Radko Gudas made on him when he was injured. Sid is confident the Penguins can still make the playoffs, but this stretch is difficult.

Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Sidney Crosby said the hit that hurt him wasn't a dirty hit. He also said that he was close—much closer than he originally thought—to playing in the Gold Medal Game. Paul Skenes has walked four batters in two innings. He will be joining Team USA at the World Baseball Classic next week!

Paul Skenes has walked four batters in two innings. He will be joining Team USA at the World Baseball Classic. Joe is concerned about Skenes pitching in the WBC and Crowley wants to see Skenes be ready to go for Opening Day, not caring at all about the WBC.

Sidney Crosby said the hit that hurt him wasn't a dirty hit. He also said that he was close—much closer than he originally thought—to playing in the Gold Medal Game. We are VERY excited for the Pirates. Omar Khan said he expects Pat Freiermuth to be a big part of the offense. We hear what Khan said at the NFL Scouting Combine.

Sid said he didn't have a problem with the hit that Radko Gudas made on him when he was injured. Sid said it was just an unfortunate thing. Crosby is confident the Penguins can still make the playoffs but this stretch is very difficult.

Sidney Crosby is going to miss, at minimum, the next four weeks. Jay thinks it's a big loss and the whole team needs to come together to overcome not having Sid in the lineup. Dan Muse has done a good job getting the best out of players, and this will be a real test. Jay thinks Evgeni Malkin has been on a mission to be great, but it's unrealistic that Malkin can carry the Penguins.

Antonio is a hockey player who wrote a great story on USA Hockey. He shares the highs and lows of Sid's Golden Goal and the new jubilation of Jack Hughes scoring the Golden Goal. "The Football Town" documentary releases on Saturday and Antonio saw Bob at a screening!

Trading Stuart Skinner and playing Sergei Murashov could be the best thing for the Pens. The Penguins' season may have been ruined by the Olympics. Joe and Bob are concerned about Paul Skenes pitching in the World Baseball Classic.

Steelers insider Mark Kaboly of The Pat McAfee Show joined the show. The Steelers have a strong indication that Aaron Rodgers will sign, but Mark thinks they don't want it out there to make headlines. NFL free agency begins March 11. Mark and Bob both think it's Pittsburgh or nothing because of last season with the Steelers. Adam Schefter said this has to be decided by mid-March. Jeff Patton of Baseball Card Castle joined the show.

Is Konnor Griffin going to be on the Major League roster? Griffin mashed two home runs against the Red Sox in spring training. The Penguins placed Sidney Crosby on injured reserve with a lower body injury and is expected to miss a minimum of four weeks. The NHL trade deadline is March 6th and Joe thinks the Pens may stand pat.

The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Joe Starkey and Austin Bechtold (behind the glass), from Tuesday, February 24th, 2026

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey: Omar Khan spoke to the media at the NFL Scouting Combine today. Do you trust Omar Khan to take significant control of the Steelers roster without Mike Tomlin having a very large say? Joe is open minded to the Khan era. Omar Khan said there is no deadline on Aaron Rodgers, but that he doesn't expect things to go like they did last year.

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey: Omar Khan spoke to the media today. He doesn't expect a repeat of last year and the Steelers could know Aaron Rodgers' decision before free agency. Nick thinks Dylan Cook is the frontrunner to be the starting left tackle in camp. This is a deeper guard class. Mel Kiper has the Steelers picking Ty Simpson.

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey: What Pittsburgh sports documentary do want to see created? Troy Polamalu, Jack Lambert, Three Rivers Stadium, the 2013 Pirates, and many more. Texans GM Nick Caserio said is it moronic to talk about trading CJ Stroud and Stroud isn't going anywhere. Are you open to significant changes to the core of certain sports?