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Metcalf suspended for two games, but there is real talk that this current Steelers team could be primed to make a serious playoff push.

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Bechtold Breakdown with Logan. He gives two topics: the impact of MVS and Adam Thielen on the offense and the Steelers winning in the trenches on both sides of the ball.

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Joe is filling in for the PM Team. Jack is in for Joe and Logan is in for Austin... The NFL is changing on a week to week basis. Jack was at the Lions game last week... Jack brings up the deflating game against the Saints a few years ago and says the Steelers have not had a season derailing game yet this year. The Bills game could have been that but then they won the next three. Derrick Harmon has been elite with Harmon in the lineup. Top 3 with him. Worst without him. The Steelers can win the AFC Championship Game because Aaron Rodgers is better than almost every QB in the playoffs. They could win the Super Bowl.

Detroit Twitter people are mad at Rowntree. Mike Tomlin didn't give a clear answer about resting starters if the Steelers clinch. Josh would want to see Will Howard. Would that be fair to Mason? Would Rodgers benefit from playing on Sunday? A caller has a theory about DK Metcalf and the fan. Are the Steelers one playoff loss away from this being the same-old story? Can the Steelers defense hold a lead late? The Chiefs are moving to a dome. It's going to cost $3 billion. Donny joins Josh for the segment.

The latest on DK Metcalf courtesy of Tom Pelissero, as he seemingly backtracked a bit on his report last night. as the league is following up with the Lions regarding the fan code of conduct. It seems pretty clear the fan violated the very encompassing aspect of the code of conduct. A ton of callers chime in on the topic. Josh wants more transparency from the NFL in this investigation. Callers continue to add to this conversation. Everyone in the situation was negligent. Another caller mentions when players jump into the crowd to celebrate. It seems like something has to change at NFL games in the future. Buying a ticket comes with a contractual agreement to the code of conduct.

The Chiefs are moving to a dome. It's going to cost $3 billion. Donny joins Josh for the segment.

WPXI reporter Shelby Cassesse joins the show to discuss her favorite Christmas movies, her reaction to the NFL upholding Metcalf's suspension, how the NBA differs with player/fan interactions, what Metcalf is like behind the scenes, how the Steelers will approach Sunday if they already clinch, could we see Will Howard, Shelby's pick for team MVP. Did the fire Tomlin chants motivate the Steelers on this recent run? Another call weighs in on the Metcalf situation. Mike Florio is contradicting Tom Pelissero's report. Has the NFLPA fought back to cause this change of course?

Colin Beazley joins to discuss the Ryan O'Hearn signing, where he will play in the field, how the PIrates will approach DH, what this means for Andrew McCutchen, Nick Gonzales' outlook, what Okomoto could bring, what has been different about this offseason? Josh is not related to any notable Rowntrees/Roundtrees. It feels like the Pirates have taken some steps to winning back fans' trust. Why is it finally happening now? Will they see enough internal development?  Could Eugenio Suarez be the final piece for the Pirates? Callers seem excited, but one wonders if Nutting will be selling. Could Jared Jones be the future closer? 

Detroit Twitter people are mad at Rowntree. Mike Tomlin didn't give a clear answer about resting starters if the Steelers clinch. Josh would want to see Will Howard. Would that be fair to Mason? Would Rodgers benefit from playing on Sunday? A caller has a theory about DK Metcalf and the fan. Are the Steelers one playoff loss away from this being the same-old story? Can the Steelers defense hold a lead late?

Could Eugenio Suarez be the final piece for the Pirates? Callers seem excited, but one wonders if Nutting will be selling. Could Jared Jones be the future closer?

Colin Beazley joins to discuss the Ryan O'Hearn signing, where he will play in the field, how the PIrates will approach DH, what this means for Andrew McCutchen, Nick Gonzales' outlook, what Okomoto could bring, what has been different about this offseason? Josh is not related to any notable Rowntrees/Roundtrees. It feels like the Pirates have taken some steps to winning back fans' trust. Why is it finally happening now? Will they see enough internal development? 

Mike Florio is contradicting Tom Pelissero's report. Has the NFLPA fought back to cause this change of course?

WPXI reporter Shelby Cassesse joins the show to discuss her favorite Christmas movies, her reaction to the NFL upholding Metcalf's suspension, how the NBA differs with player/fan interactions, what Metcalf is like behind the scenes, how the Steelers will approach Sunday if they already clinch, could we see Will Howard, Shelby's pick for team MVP. Did the fire Tomlin chants motivate the Steelers on this recent run? Another call weighs in on the Metcalf situation.

Callers continue to add to this conversation. Everyone in the situation was negligent. Another caller mentions when players jump into the crowd to celebrate. It seems like something has to change at NFL games in the future. Buying a ticket comes with a contractual agreement to the code of conduct.

The latest on DK Metcalf courtesy of Tom Pelissero, as he seemingly backtracked a bit on his report last night. as the league is following up with the Lions regarding the fan code of conduct. It seems pretty clear the fan violated the very encompassing aspect of the code of conduct. A ton of callers chime in on the topic. Josh wants more transparency from the NFL in this investigation.

We take a deep dive into the DK Metcalf situation. What's the precedent for this situation? Lamar Jackson's situation was different. Joe cites a situation in Philadelphia a few years ago. There's another ordeal in 1999 in Denver. We take calls on the topic. Why didn't security intervene? It seems like Goddell will have the power to make the final ruling on Metcalf. Joe calls this an incorrect ruling. More calls on DK. Why isn't the national media referencing the Shaq Lawson ordeal as precedent? Nick Farabaugh thinks the Steelers can win a playoff game. There's no team in the AFC that the Steelers wouldn't have a chance against. Joe makes a bold playoff prediction. The Steelers are using the middle of the field suddenly, and Joe and Nick give possible explanations. The guys give their top 3 AFC teams as of right now. Nick would like the Steelers matchup against the Broncos. how many starters should sit for the Steelers if the Ravens lose? Joe would sit a ton of guys. Could Will Howard get some run? Joe's daughter had a slight driving mishap and it's very expensive. The Pro Bowl selections include Watt, Ramsey, and Skowronek. Tomlin press conference - Joe gives his highlights about Tomlin's comments on Metcalf. The Batkonian Mongoose joins to react to Tomlin's Metcalf comments, would this be as big of a deal if it wasn't part of the TV broadcast? Are Chad Johnson and James Harrison under the microscope now for their relaying of comments? Brian gives the latest on TJ Watt. Revisiting Tomlin's comments on Metcalf. Callers continue to weigh in on the topic. How was there not a bigger security presence? DK Metcalf's situation will void a lot of money in his contract. Tomlin had interesting comments about Myles Garrett and Derrick Harmon.

We take a deep dive into the DK Metcalf situation. What's the precedent for this situation? Lamar Jackson's situation was different. Joe cites a situation in Philadelphia a few years ago. There's another ordeal in 1999 in Denver. We take calls on the topic. Why didn't security intervene? It seems like Goddell will have the power to make the final ruling on Metcalf. Joe calls this an incorrect ruling. More calls on DK.

Revisiting Tomlin's comments on Metcalf. Callers continue to weigh in on the topic. How was there not a bigger security presence? DK Metcalf's situation will void a lot of money in his contract. Tomlin had interesting comments about Myles Garrett and Derrick Harmon

Why isn't the national media referencing the Shaq Lawson ordeal as precedent? Nick Farabaugh thinks the Steelers can win a playoff game. There's no team in the AFC that the Steelers wouldn't have a chance against. Joe makes a bold playoff prediction. The Steelers are using the middle of the field suddenly, and Joe and Nick give possible explanations. The guys give their top 3 AFC teams as of right now. Nick would like the Steelers matchup against the Broncos. how many starters should sit for the Steelers if the Ravens lose? Joe would sit a ton of guys. Could Will Howard get some run? Joe's daughter had a slight driving mishap and it's very expensive. The Pro Bowl selections include Watt, Ramsey, and Skowronek. 

Tomlin press conference - Joe gives his highlights about Tomlin's comments on Metcalf. The Batkonian Mongoose joins to react to Tomlin's Metcalf comments, would this be as big of a deal if it wasn't part of the TV broadcast? Are Chad Johnson and James Harrison under the microscope now for their relaying of comments? Brian gives the latest on TJ Watt.

DK Metcalf's situation will void a lot of money in his contract. Tomlin had interesting comments about Myles Garrett and Derrick Harmon.

Revisiting Tomlin's comments on Metcalf. Callers continue to weigh in on the topic. How was there not a bigger security presence?

The Batkonian Mongoose joins to react to Tomlin's Metcalf comments, would this be as big of a deal if it wasn't part of the TV broadcast? Are Chad Johnson and James Harrison under the microscope now for their relaying of comments? Brian gives the latest on TJ Watt.

Tomlin press conference - Joe gives his highlights about Tomlin's comments on Metcalf.

Joe's daughter had a slight driving mishap and it's very expensive. The Pro Bowl selections include Watt, Ramsey, and Skowronek.

Why isn't the national media referencing the Shaq Lawson ordeal as precedent? Nick Farabaugh thinks the Steelers can win a playoff game. There's no team in the AFC that the Steelers wouldn't have a chance against. Joe makes a bold playoff prediction. The Steelers are using the middle of the field suddenly, and Joe and Nick give possible explanations. The guys give their top 3 AFC teams as of right now. Nick would like the Steelers matchup against the Broncos. how many starters should sit for the Steelers if the Ravens lose? Joe would sit a ton of guys. Could Will Howard get some run? 

It seems like Goddell will have the power to make the final ruling on Metcalf. Joe calls this an incorrect ruling. More calls on DK.

We take a deep dive into the DK Metcalf situation. What's the precedent for this situation? Lamar Jackson's situation was different. Joe cites a situation in Philadelphia a few years ago. There's another ordeal in 1999 in Denver. We take calls on the topic. Why didn't security intervene?

Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: The Pittsburgh Steelers are making us BELIEVERS. The Steelers held on to beat the Lions 29-24 on the final play. This is the first time in a long time that Joe thinks the Steelers have an actual chance to go to the Super Bowl. Bob thinks the main reason why is Aaron Rodgers. Sidney Crosby has passed Mario Lemieux for first all time in Penguins history. Joe gives us some gifts!

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey: If the season ended today, the Chargers would come to Pittsburgh. The Steelers offensive line has taken a leap and the running game is coming together. More information on the interaction between DK Metcalf and a fan. Tom Pelissero reported that Metcalf had previously reported the fan to the league when he was playing in Seattle.

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey: The Lions decided to go for it on 4th and goal from the three-yard line. Dan Campbell should have just put points on the board. The New England Patriots decision to trade Kyle Dugger to the Steelers was puzzling but great for the Steelers. In the short term, the Steelers have a chance to go into the playoffs and win a couple playoff games. It's ok to change your mind that the Steelers can succeed in the playoffs.

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey: Dan Orlovsky said on ESPN that he thinks the Steelers victory over the Lions was one of the most impressive games of the year. Around the NFL. Sidney Crosby passed Mario Lemieux for the most points in Penguins history with 1,724. Sidney Crosby is a top 5 player of all time and has an incredible resume.

Sidney Crosby passed Mario Lemieux for the most points in Penguins history with 1,724. Sidney Crosby is a top 5 player of all time and has an incredible resume. Mario might be the best player of all time, but Crosby's record of accomplishments are better. We are so lucky in Pittsburgh to have Sidney Crosby and Mario Lemieux.

Dan Orlovsky said on ESPN that he thinks the Steelers victory over the Lions was one of the most impressive games of the year. It starts with Aaron Rodgers. The AFC is wide open and Aaron Rodgers is playing very well. There is a chance the Steelers could play Denver in the playoffs. Would you sit starters against the Browns if the Ravens lose to Green Bay? The Patriots are 7-0 on the road.

The Steelers dominated the Lions rushing attack and didn't let them get any momentum. In the short term, the Steelers have a chance to go into the playoffs and win a couple playoff games. It's ok to change your mind that the Steelers can succeed in the playoffs.

The Lions decided to go for it on 4th and goal from the three-yard line. Dan Campbell should have just put points on the board. The New England Patriots decision to trade Kyle Dugger to the Steelers was puzzling but great for the Steelers. We were stunned that St. Brown didn't have his forward progress stopped.

Dennis in Shaler predicted the Steelers would win three games in a row to Austin and calls in! It was stunning to see Chris Boswell miss a field goal. We hear from Steelers fans about their optimism.

If the season ended today, the Chargers would come to Pittsburgh. The Steelers offensive line has taken a leap and the running game is coming together. Chad Johnson said that DK Metcalf told him the Lions fan he went after called him a racial slur and called his mom a slur when he was conversing with the Lions fan. Tom Pelissero reported that Metcalf had previously reported the fan to the league.

Lighting Ozzy calls in and wants to play and beat the Bills. Five pressing Steelers questions: What did you make of the DK Metcalf altercation with a fan. Bob thinks Metcalf will receive a one-game suspension. Adam Schefter reported on Saturday that Watt's return to play is murky and uncertain. Sidney Crosby has passed Mario Lemieux for first all time in Penguins history.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are making us BELIEVERS. The Steelers held on to beat the Lions 29-24 on the final play. This is the first time in a long time that Joe thinks the Steelers have an actual chance to go to the Super Bowl. Bob thinks the main reason why is Aaron Rodgers. Rodgers has been elite the last few weeks.