The North Shore Drive

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise analyzes the impact the Steelers' recent winning streak should have on how coach Mike Tomlin is viewed. This show is presented by FanDuel. Should it silence his many critics for the time being? Or is an NFL playoffs victory the only thing that could satisfy them? How much credit does he deserve for the offensive turnaround under OC Arthur Smith? From passing success with Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Adam Thielen, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and others. To improved rushing capabilities with Kenneth Gainwell and Jaylen Warren behind the improved offensive line? And how legit is the defense's recent success? Paul tackles those questions, then analyzes Tomlin's role in the defense, which has found late-season success behind star including Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey and others. Despite the loss of T.J. Watt. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Noah Hiles and Colin Beazley react to news that the Pirates have signed outfielder Ryan O'Hearn to a two-year contract worth nearly $30 million. How much better does O'Hearn make a lineup that struggled in 2025 for manager Don Kelly and GM Ben Cherington? Coupled with the trades for Brandon Lowe and Jhostynxon García, do the Pirates have the power they need to compete in MLB's National League Central alongside incumbent sluggers like Oneil Cruz and Bryan Reynolds? And to what degree does this deal signal intent from owner Bob Nutting to spend on supporting the team around Cy Young winner Paul Skenes? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from the team's practice Tuesday at its South Side facility, where coach Mike Tomlin held his weekly news conference. What did Tomlin have to say about DK Metcalf, who was suspended for two games for his altercation with a fan Sunday in Detroit? What is the team expecting from Metcalf's appeal, which will take place Tuesday evening in front of NFL commissioner Roger Goodell? Is this an opportunity for Roman Wilson, who has been a healthy scratch lately? Will Calvin Austin III be able to play against the Browns? Would Tomlin sit veterans like Aaron Rodgers and Cam Heyward if the Ravens lose to the Packers on Sunday, rendering the Steelers-Browns moot? Why were they so good on third downs in Detroit? And why is Tomlin being more aggressive on fourth downs? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Colin Beazley and Jason Mackey ponder what's next for the club this MLB offseason following the acquisition of Brandon Lowe in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays last week. This show is presented by FanDuel. What are Jason's thoughts on the deal itself, and where GM Ben Cherington and manager Don Kelly should deploy Lowe defensively? What are the implications for incumbent infielders Nick Gonzales, Jared Triolo and others? And who should Cherington set his sights on next in the trade market and MLB free agency? Is Eugenio Suarez the obvious fit at third base? Is Cody Bellinger a realistic option? What about Japanese star Kazuma Okamoto our OF Harrison Bader as offensive support for pitching stars Bubba Chandler and Paul Skenes? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pitt insider Stephen Thompson welcomes Stephen Igoe of 247Sports' Hoist the Colours to preview the Military Bowl between the Panthers and East Carolina. Igoe recaps the Pirates' season. How did they live up to expectations amid a pretty tough schedule? How will they stand up in this bowl game after losing names like defensive coordinator John David Baker, offensive coordinator Josh Aldridge and starting QB Katin Houser? How will they plug the gaps on offense? Thompson and Igoe give their predictions for the game. Which team will win? Will it be a close, exciting cap to both teams' seasons? How did East Carolina fans react to their Military Bowl draw? And what will we learn about these two programs by the time it's done? The duo answers those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Tuesday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel, host Noah Hiles welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to receiver DK Metcalf's two-game suspension for an altercation with a fan last week in Detroit. Was the suspension length fair? What impact will it have on OC Arthur Smith, QB Aaron Rodgers and pass catchers including Adam Thielen, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Calvin Austin III, Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell, Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington? And could Metcalf's absence ultimately cost the Steelers the AFC North title and a playoff spot? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders how coach Mike Tomlin and key players including Cam Heyward, Derrick Harmon, Alex Highsmith, Jack Sawyer, Keeanu Benton and others have improved the team's run defense. Even in the absence of T.J. Watt. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pitt insider Stephen Thompson recaps the Panthers' 80-46 win over cross-state rival Penn State on Sunday afternoon. How was Pitt, which had been struggling previously, able to dominate the Nittany Lions so thoroughly? Why were they more connected on both sides of the floor? Was the performance a sign of things to come from Roman Siulepa? And did it provide a blueprint for success for Jeff Capel as the team enters ACC play? Is Pitt still figuring out how its pieces fit together, with names like Damarco Minor, Barry Dunning Jr. and Cam Corhen still figuring out how to jell? Why have none of their preseason expectations come to fruition? And what is their ceiling? Stephen tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Penguins insider Jason Mackey recaps an eventful weekend for the team, during which Sidney Crosby surpassed Mario Lemieux as their all-time leading points scorer. What was it like being at PPG Paints Arena for that moment? What were the emotions for Crosby, his teammates, his coaches and the fans in the building? How can we step back and appreciate the connection, respect and history between those two icons of the Penguins franchise? What did we learn from the Penguins' losing streak, which mercifully ended on Sunday night against the Montreal Canadiens? Can Crosby's record-breaking performance spur them on to better performances? And why should we dismiss common hot takes currently surrounding the team, like second guessing the Tristan Jarry trade or calls to fire Dan Muse? Jason tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo react to an NFL Week 16 victory against the Detroit Lions. Did coach Mike Tomlin's team prove it is built for late-season and NFL playoffs success after beating the potent Lions offense led by Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs and Amon-Ra St. Brown? Why were Alex Highsmith, Jack Sawyer, Derrick Harmon, Cam Heyward and the run defense able to have so much success against Gibbs? How much of a strength is the running game becoming on offense. With Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell finding huge holes even behind a patchwork offensive line? And is this an identity that can be maintained in the coming weeks? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders DK Metcalf's altercation with a fan in the stands at Ford Field. Could the NFL suspend him? And if so, what impact would that have on QB Aaron Rodgers and a passing game that's hit its stride the past few weeks with names like Adam Thielen, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Scotty Miller in the mix? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo recap the NFL Week 16 victory against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Is coach Mike Tomlin's team a legit AFC playoff threat after taking down Jared Goff, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jahmyr Gibbs and a desperate Lions team? What was working for OC Arthur Smith's unit, led by QB Aaron Rodgers; RBs Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell; WRs Adam Thielen, Scotty Miller and DK Metcalf; and TE Darnell Washington? And how much praise do Cam Heyward, Derrick Harmon, Jack Sawyer, Jalen Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr. and the defense deserve for limiting the Lions' potent offense? Especially in the absence of T.J. Watt? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise react LIVE to the Steelers' NFL Week 16 with the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. This show is presented by FanDuel. Were Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Adam Thielen, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell, Pat Freiermuth and the offense able to maintain momentum for OC Arthur Smith? How did Alex Highsmith, Jack Sawyer and the outside linebackers manage with T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig both out injured? And how did Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey and the rest of coach Mike Tomlin's defense deal with Detroit's numerous playmakers, including Jameson Williams, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jahmyr Gibbs and Jared Good? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Saturday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Brian Batko preview the team's Sunday 4:25 p.m. game against the Detroit Lions. Can the Steelers defense hold up against the Lions' high-scoring offense? Will Alex Highsmith and Jack Sawyer be able to get pressure on Jared Goff with T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig's availability in doubt due to injury? Will Jalen Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr. and the secondary be able to force turnovers? And will the return of Derrick Harmon help to slow down Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and the Lions' high-powered rushing attack? Our duo tackles those topics and more, plus gives their keys to a Steelers win and some predictions for the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pirates insider Colin Beazley welcomes Noah Hiles to react to the news that the Pirates traded for Brandon Lowe, Jake Mangum and Mason Montgomery from the Tampa Bay Rays while sending Mike Burrows to the Houston Astros. Is this a good deal for Pirates GM Ben Cherington? Will Lowe and Mangum improve the lineup? Where will they slot in in the lineup and on the field? What might manager Don Kelly choose to do with Montgomery? Will the Pirates rotation miss Burrows? And does this signal even more moves ahead for the Pirates as they navigate a crucial offseason? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Penguins insider Jason Mackey and King Jemison talk about the reported sale of the team from Fenway Sports Group to the Hoffmann Family of Companies, plus the team's seven-game losing streak and some potential lineup changes to fix it. What do we know, and what don't we know? Did anything change from a few months ago when rumors of a sale slowed down? Why did FSG want to sell? What went into the sale price? What needs to happen for the deal to get across the finish line? And what do we know about the Hoffmann family and how they might choose to run the Penguins? Should Kris Letang get less minutes or less responsibility on the blue line? Is it time to break up the top line of Sidney Crosby, Bryan Rust and Rickard Rakell? Should Ben Kindel go back on the top power play unit in place of Anthony Mantha? Are the goalie issues fixable? How much should Stuart Skinner play? Should Sergei Murashov be his backup for a while? And how busy will Kyle Dubas be for more potential trades as the season goes on? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host King Jemison welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to talk about the state of the Pitt basketball program under coach Jeff Capel. How is Paul feeling about the direction of the program in general after a rough start to the season, which included losses to Quinnipiac and Hofstra? Could AD Allen Greene move on from Capel if this year continues on this trajectory? Or could Capel get another chance, with a top-level recruiting class coming in next season? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pitt insider Stephen Thompson previews the Panthers' upcoming matchup with cross-state rival Penn State. What are the keys to success for Jeff Capel's team? Can they keep up with Penn State's top recruit, Kayden Mingo? Will the Nittany Lions' strong shooting challenge Pitt's lackluster perimeter defense? And can the Panthers stay out of foul trouble? Stephen also makes the case for freshman Kieran Mullen to get more minutes in the Pitt frontcourt. Is there an opportunity in front of him? And how can his screening and potential rebounding and rim protection help the Panthers? Stephen tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host King Jemison welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to discuss a number of topics surrounding the Steelers ahead of their 4:25 p.m. Sunday contest against the Detroit Lions. Where would Aaron Rodgers rank among the rest of the quarterbacks in the playoffs? Is he in that upper tier alongside names like Josh Allen and Justin Herbert? Or is he closer to names like Trevor Lawrence? What about his divisional foe Lamar Jackson? And what about relative newcomers having great seasons, like Drake Maye and Bo Nix? King and Paul then discuss the Steelers' wide receiver situation. Are the signings of names like Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling a bad omen for the team's future at the position? Is that the beginning of the end for someone like Roman Wilson? And where does Calvin Austin III fit into that equation? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from the team's practice facility ahead of its NFL Week 16 matchup with the Detroit Lions. Gerry and Ray identified getting pressure on Lions QB Jared Goff as one of the main keys to victory, so how will Jack Sawyer fare, as he's in line to start if T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig can't go due to injury? How would a good pass rush affect the game? Could DeMarvin Leal and Jeremiah Moon get involved? How will Derrick Harmon help the run defense against David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs? Is the secondary finding its footing with Asante Samuel Jr.? And what would a win here tell us about this team? Would it change the narrative heading into the postseason? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host King Jemison welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to talk about Penn State football and the direction of the program under new coach Matt Campbell. What are Paul's thoughts on the hire in general and the state of the program? Has Campbell done well to settle the ship after the midseason firing of James Franklin? Did AD Pat Kraft and the Penn State administration bungle the search by not having a concrete plan in place? Did they luck into Campbell? Will Campbell be held to the extremely high standards Franklin was? And how important was it to keep Terry Smith on the staff as an assistant, or was that more ceremonial to reward him for the job he did as interim head coach? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On his weekly Chipped Ham & Football podcast, presented by FanDuel, Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko welcomes Ray Fittipaldo to look ahead at the rest of the season and into next year. Are the Steelers finding potential puzzle pieces for next season in guys on one-year deals like Kenneth Gainwell and Asante Samuel Jr.? Is Dylan Cook carving out a real, meaningful role for himself in Broderick Jones' absence? Will Andrus Peat and James Pierre still have their jobs when they return from injury? And how does all this affect Omar Khan's draft strategy? Would he have drafted Kaleb Johnson if he had known Gainwell would be this effective? Brian and Ray then move on to talk about Sunday's matchup with the Detroit Lions. How will the edge rusher depth be tested, with T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig's availability in question? How will they be able to stop names like Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and Amon-Ra St. Brown? Will Derrick Harmon help in that capacity? And how might Mike Tomlin handle a potentially meaningless Week 17 game vs. Cleveland with the really important matchup vs. Baltimore on the horizon? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Penguins insider Jason Mackey and King Jemison recap the Penguins' horrific homestand and look at where the team goes from here. Does this recent run of bad play change the outlook on the season? What was the worst moment? Which blown lead was most improbable? Will those dropped points come back to bite the team in the race for the Stanley Cup Playoffs? Jason and King also take a look at the Penguins' new goalie rotation. Who should get the majority of the starts? What's the plan for Stuart Skinner, who lost his first start Tuesday night against Tristan Jarry, Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and the Edmonton Oilers? Is Arturs Silovs ready to shoulder more responsibility? And what about rookie Sergei Murashov? Our duo answers those questions, plus talks about Sidney Crosby approaching Mario Lemieux's all-time points record. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder and Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo analyze coach Mike Tomlin's recent aggressiveness on fourth downs. Why has the traditionally conservative coach been taking more chances? Is it a high degree of faith in the team's "tush push" play with Connor Heyward? Or is it a desire to get the ball in the hands of playmakers including Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell, Pat Freiermuth and others with more consistency? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders the impact of veterans Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling on the passing game the past couple of weeks. Are they really upgrades on names like Calvin Austin III and Roman Wilson? Especially if their volume of targets hasn't been much better? Or is there mere presence opening up more opportunities for other targets? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On their weekly Serving Up Pitt volleyball podcast, presented by FanDuel, Post-Gazette insider Abby Schnable and former Panthers standout Cat Flood look ahead to the Panthers' Final Four matchup vs. Texas A&M on Thursday. What do the Panthers need to do to get over the hump and into the national championship game — and eventually claim the title? Does Pitt have an advantage as it now sits in its fifth straight Final Four? Or is there a mental block? Abby and Cat then discuss the race for AVCA National Player of the Year, making the case for Panthers star Olivia Babcock over names like Wisconsin's Mimi Colyer, Kentucky's Eva Hudson and Nebraska's Bergen Reilly. Why should Babcock win the award? Abby and Cat also recap a wild Elite Eight round; discuss the other national semifinal between Wisconsin and Kentucky; then give their picks for each of the games. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live around 5 p.m. Eastern, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts live to the Steelers' NFL Week 15 win against the Miami Dolphins at Acrisure Stadium. Specifically, he weighs in on Aaron Rodgers' recent performance and what it could mean in the coming weeks. Is Rodgers proving he still has the ability to win when the NFL playoffs roll around? Can his downfield passing success with pass catchers including DK Metcalf, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Kenneth Gainwell and Pat Freiermuth continue? Is he finally mastering OC Arthur Smith's offense after some midseason struggles? Or is he simply taking advantage of bad and mediocre teams like the Dolphins and Ravens? Paul tackles those questions, then ponders what we saw from Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey, Asante Samuel Jr., Alex Highsmith and the defense with star T.J. Watt absent. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pirates insider Colin Beazley welcomes former MLB All-Star Bobby Bonilla for a wide-ranging conversation about the team's past and present. Bobby first explains his involvement in the upcoming Playmakers Classic charity event via the MLBPA Players Trust. Later, our duo looks back on Bobby's playing days and memories involving former greats including Barry Bonds and Andy Van Slyke and playoff games at Three Rivers Stadium. Then they close the conversation with a look at what the current team should do to improve around start Paul Skenes ahead of the 2026 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable recap the Panthers' strong start in the postseason football transfer portal. Stephen and Abby draft teams of who they think coach Pat Narduzzi should most prioritize keeping. They include names like Kenny Johnson, Ja'Kyrian Turner, Francis Brewu, Cruce Brookins, Isaiah Neal, Braylan Lovelace and Shawn Lee Jr. Who have the Panthers lost? And are they big losses? Will the team suffer without names like Zion Fowler-El, Jackson Brown and Nico Crawford? Our duo answers those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report on coach Mike Tomlin's weekly news conference that included numerous injury updates ahead of an NFL Week 16 matchup with the Detroit Lions. Could T.J. Watt return from his partially collapsed lung sooner than expected? Are Isaac Seumalo and Derrick Harmon good bets to bounce back as well? And what's the latest on James Pierre after he was replaced by Asante Samuel Jr. on Monday night against the Dolphins? Our duo tackles those questions, then looks ahead to the Lions game; takes stock of the AFC North race with the Ravens; and ponders what comes next for Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and the passing game after a successful night against the Dolphins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Noah Hiles welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to the NFL Week 15 Monday Night Football victory against the Miami Dolphins. How much credit do coach Mike Tomlin and OC Arthur Smith deserve for this team's most complete victory of the season? What adjustments did Smith make to get Aaron Rodgers, Kenneth Gainwell, DK Metcalf, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and the offense on track after a shaky first 25 minutes? Why was Tomlin more aggressive in going for fourth downs with the Connor Heyward tush pus? Is Gainwell becoming the offense's most dangerous weapon? And how did Cam Heyward, Alex Highsmith, Patrick Queen, Jalen Ramsey and the defense clamp down on De'Von Achane and the Dolphins running game after struggles the past two weeks against James Cook and the Bills and Derrick Henry and the Ravens? Especially without T.J. Watt? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Then later, the guys ponder this team's NFL playoffs chances and the ability of "castoffs" including Valdes-Scantling, Asante Samuel Jr. and Kyle Dugger to give it the boost that it needs come January. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo recap an NFL Week 15 Monday Night Football win against the Miami Dolphins at Acrisure Stadium. Was this the most complete effort of the season from coach Mike Tomlin's team? Why was QB Aaron Rodgers have able to have so much success in the passing game with receivers including DK Metcalf, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Pat Freiermuth? How important has running back Kenneth Gainwell become to the offense with Jaylen Warren battling some nagging injuries? What Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey, Alex Highsmith and the defense prove in the absence of T.J. Watt? And what does this win mean for the AFC North race against the Baltimore Ravens? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise react LIVE to the Steelers' NFL Week 15 with the Miami Dolphins on Monday Night Football. This show is presented by FanDuel. Were Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Adam Thielen, Maquez Valdes-Scantling, Darnell Washington and Pat Freiermuth able to maintain their momentum in the passing game? Did Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell find more room to run? How did Jalen Ramsey, Cam Heyward, Alex Highsmith, Nick Herbig and the defense navigate the loss of T.J. Watt to injury? What does Watt's absence mean for this team long term? And does coach Mike Tomlin still have his Monday night magic? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penguins insiders Jason Mackey and King Jemison react to the Penguins' weekend games, which included a pair of eerily similar collapses. Is it a mental or physical problem, and is this team just too fragile to rebound from mistakes? Plus, how will Stuart Skinner and Brett Kulak fit into the lineup after their trade acquisitions? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pitt basketball insider Stephen Thompson reacts to the Panthers' latest loss, an 18-point defeat at the hands of Villanova. Pitt clearly has a disconnect between players, coaches and the game plan. How did it not get fixed with a full week of practice? Pluys, Nojus Indrusaitis makes a concerning comment about effort, while Kieran Mullen gives Pitt some strong minutes with Papa Kante sidelined for the foreseeable future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Saturday episode of The North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Brian Batko give their final analysis and predictions for Monday night's game against the Dolphins. Why does DK Metcalf remind us of former receiver Hines Ward? And who ultimately won the Jalen Ramsey-Minkah Fitzpatrick trade? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host King Jemison welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to break down the Steelers' best and worst potential matchups in the AFC playoffs and their matchup with Dolphins on Monday Night Football. What are the Steelers' chances of advancing if they actually do make the playoffs? Is the AFC as scary as it seems, with the Kansas City Chiefs in a down year and stalwarts like the Buffalo Bills showing some of their weaknesses? What does Paul make of the Colts signing Philip Rivers to their practice squad? Do the Steelers need to win the division to have a decent first-round matchup? And who are the best and worst fits against the Steelers? Should the Steelers be worried about going up against the Dolphins? How will potential injuries to T.J. Watt and others on the defense affect their performance against strong running back De'Von Achane? What difference will Tua Tagovailoa make in the game? King and Paul also get into some AFC North talk. What should people make of Joe Burrow's comments about not having fun in football anymore? How concerning should that be for Bengals fans? Is John Harbaugh a good fourth-down decision maker? Our duo answers those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penguins insider Jason Mackey reacts to Friday's trade sending Tristan Jarry to the Edmonton Oilers for goaltender Stuart Skinner, defenseman Brett Kulak and a second-round draft pick in 2029. Did Kyle Dubas maximize the former All-Star goalie's value? And what does the move mean for the future of Sergei Murashov in net? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable break down Jeff Capel's Panthers and the precarious spot in which they find themselves. Stephen and Abby look back at Capel's comments after the team's embarrassing loss to Hofstra. Were his words striking the right chord? Did he take most of the blame? Or did his comments reveal a concerning disconnect between himself and his players? Defense was supposed to be the Panthers' identity coming into the season, but why hasn't it turned out that way? Can they turn that around? And do they even have an identity at all? Stephen and Abby answer those questions and more, plus give their picks and predictions for Pitt's game against Villanova on Saturday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from Thursday's practice at the team's facility ahead of its NFL Week 15 matchup with the Miami Dolphins on Monday Night Football. They start by breaking down the news that star outside linebacker T.J. Watt was in the hospital Thursday while being evaluated for a lung condition. While Watt's availability and status are up in the air, what will the Steelers defense look like if he can't go? Are Nick Herbig and Alex Highsmith prepared to step into that role? What about rookie Jack Sawyer? Who can help fill gaps as the Steelers prepare to face De'Von Achane and the strong Dolphins run game? What's with this streak of facing some of the NFL's best rushing attacks? And what is Derrick Harmon's status, as he revealed Thursday he's dealing with the same knee that caused him to miss games early in the season but a different injury? Our duo answers those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette host King Jemison breaks down the Penguins' inconceivable loss on Tuesday evening, when they allowed the Ducks to even the score with 0.1 seconds remaining in regulation and then lost in the shootout ... again. How does this keep happening to them? What are they doing late in games that allows these leads to continue evaporating? Why were Erik Karlsson and Kris Letang on the ice together when that goal went in? Who was most to blame? How are these lost points going to affect their playoff position? King then does a deep dive into the Penguins' shootout struggles. What do the numbers tell us? Who is most at fault — skaters like Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Letang? The goalies, like Tristan Jarry and Arturs Silovs? And how can they find more success in the future? King tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley recap the Pirates' moves at the MLB winter meetings in Orlando, Fla. Were they able to land any big free agents or trade acquisitions? What do Ben Cherington's words tell us about their strategy for the offseason? Does this signal a new monetary strategy from Bob Nutting? Where does this leave the team for the upcoming season? And what can we expect from the rest of the offseason? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On their weekly Serving Up Pitt volleyball podcast, presented by FanDuel, Post-Gazette insider Abby Schnable and former Panthers standout Cat Flood recap the Panthers' NCAA tournament wins over UMBC and Michigan and look ahead to their Sweet 16 matchup against Minnesota. What are some of the Golden Gophers' strengths Pitt will have to look out for? What are some of Minnesota's weaknesses that Olivia Babcock, Brooke Mosher and the Panthers can exploit? Who are some players to watch? Abby and Cat give their picks and predictions. Who stepped up in the Panthers' first two record-breaking NCAA tournament wins over UMBC and Michigan? And how are freshmen like Abbey Emch and Marina Pezelj giving the team a boost? Our duo answers those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2025 high school football season ended last weekend with the PIAA championships in Mechanicsburg. Our insiders, high school sports coordinator Keith Barnes and veteran writer Mike White, break down what happened in the state final games involving PIAA champions Clairton and Avonworth, as well as Central Catholic's loss to La Salle College High School. In their second segment, they discuss who they would invite to a proverbial WPIAL Heisman dinner, plus Coach of the Year candidates, top plays from the season and games to remember, all on the Varsity Xtra podcast, sponsored by Dave & Busters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Wednesday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Christopher Carter to sort through the team's issues with run defense. Who are the proverbial squeaky wheels up front right now? Can Patrick Queen do a better job of finishing plays? Is Keeanu Benton showing enough positive signs in his third season? Or is consistency an issue for him right now? How is fifth-round NFL draft pick Yahya Black performing, relative to expectations and amid numerous injuries up front to names like Derrick Harmon? And what tweaks can coach Mike Tomlin and DC Teryl Austin make schematically to set Cam Heyward, T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and Co, up for more success? Our duo tackles those questions and more, then analyzes the deep passing success vs. Baltimore. Was OC Arthur Smith most responsible for calling a better game? Or was the execution simply better from QB Aaron Rodgers and top receiver DK Metcalf? Where do Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling fit into this passing game when it's clicking moving forward? Will they see heavy targets or remain in the background? What does the future hold for Roman Wilson after is benching? And what role should RBs Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell have in the passing game down the stretch after major contributions against the Ravens? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley recap Day 2 of the MLB winter meetings in Orlando, Fla. This show is presented by FanDuel. What did super-agent Scott Boras have to say about the Pirates' aggressiveness at this year's winter meetings? The Pirates missed out on Kyle Schwarber, who re-signed with his old team, the Phillies, but what does Pittsburgh's offer tell us about how they're approaching the offseason? Who are among Jason and Colin's top choices remaining for GM Ben Cherington via free agency or trade? Eugenio Suarez? Brandon Lowe? Is it a failure if they don't get anything done? And is all the talk about a more aggressive Pirates offseason ringing true? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise analyzes the Steelers' offseason following this dismissal of $10 million CB Darius Slay and the benching of WR Roman Wilson. How much heat does GM Omar Khan deserve for signing the 34-year-old Slay to such a rich contract? Would the team have been better off investing that hefty salary elsewhere? Or does he deserve credit for the emergence of James Pierre and Brandin Echols within coach Mike Tomlin's defense? On the other side of the ball, was Khan's faith in Wilson as a viable receiver in this offense warranted? Or is the promotion of Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling from the practice squad a de facto admission that the team's plan at the position was inadequate behind DK Metcalf and Calvin Austin III? Paul tackles those questions and also gives his thoughts on Philip Rivers joining the Indianapolis Colts as they compete with Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers for an AFC playoff spot. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Nittany Lions insider Isaiah Maldonado to react to Penn State's decision to keep interim coach Terry Smith on new head coach Matt Campbell's coaching staff following the latter's hiring over the weekend. This show is presented by FanDuel. Was keeping Smith the right call? Both in terms of healing wounds from James Franklin's firing with players? And with fans who've wanted to see Joe Paterno's legacy further centered in the program? Or could the move set the stage for future division inside and outside the program? Especially if and when Campbell hits a rough patch? And what should we make of Campbell's reported choice to bring Jon Heacock with him from Iowa State as defensive coordinator? Presumably displacing Jim Knowles and his expensive contract? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders the matchup with Clemson in the Pinstripe Bowl and the possible opt-outs of prominent names including Zane Durant, Dani Dennis-Sutton, Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from Tuesday's practice at the team's facility ahead of its NFL Week 15 matchup with the Miami Dolphins on Monday Night Football. What injury updates did coach Mike Tomlin provide? Could rookie DL Derrick Harmon and safety Kyle Dugger return? What effect would that have on the run defense against De'Von Achane and Jaylen Wright? Are DK Metcalf's stomach issues going to affect his availability for Monday night? What about Darnell Washington, Malik Harrison and Andrus Peat, who are all in concussion protocol? How concerned should the Steelers be about the running game led by Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell? Was Aaron Rodgers' big game a sign of things to come? And how much credit does OC Arthur Smith deserve for their aggressiveness against the Ravens? Our duo answers those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Nittany Lions insider Isaiah Maldonado to react to Matt Campbell's introduction as head coach, replacing James Franklin. This show is presented by FanDuel. Did Campbell win his first news conference with a tone of humility that's winning some fans over? Is the national praise for his hiring a surprise given the criticism AD Pat Kraft and Penn State received for the process leading to it? Is Campbell's success at Iowa State underappreciated given how much the program struggled historically before his arrival? What are reasonable expectations for him in terms of recruiting? And what will Kraft's future with the university be after his widely criticized process that included missing out on BYU coach Kalani Sitake? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable check in on the Panthers' men's basketball team after another brutal home loss to a mid-major, this time to Hofstra. This podcast is presented by Fanduel. Is this season salvageable for coach Jeff Capel? What would a successful rest of the season look like? What can fans glom onto as interest wanes in the team before the ACC schedule has even begun? Who can step up to lead the team — Damarco Minor, Cam Corhen, Barry Dunning Jr.? Are the Panthers putting too much on Brandin Cummings' plate? Do they have bigger issues on the offensive or defensive side of the ball? Is the program's lack of development the bigger issue at hand here for Capel? And how much patience is afforded to him by AD Allen Greene heading into next season and beyond? Our duo answers those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel, host Noah Hiles welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to coach Mike Tomlin's choices at receiver in the NFL Week 14 victory against the AFC North rival Baltimore Ravens. What's next for Roman Wilson after he was benched in favor of veterans Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling? Can he bounce back and become a reliable target for QB Aaron Rodgers across from top receiver DK Metcalf? Or will those two vets prove to be improvements within OC Arthur Smith's offense? Our duo tackles those questions, then takes stock of the Steelers' place in the AFC. How dangerous are De'Von Achane and the Miami Dolphins this week? Will the Steelers have a prime opportunity for a deep run if Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs and Lamar Jackson and the Ravens miss the bracket? Are Josh Allen and the Bills the biggest threat to win the conference regardless of seeding? And are Justin Herbert and the Chargers the team the Steelers should be hoping to see if they host a playoff game at Acrisure Stadium? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley recap Day 1 of the MLB winter meetings in Orlando, Fla. This show is presented by FanDuel. Which rumors related to the team are real? And which are fake? Particularly with regard to reports tying them to free agent power hitter Kyle Schwarber? Could GM Ben Cherington and manager Don Kelly make a big move involving their pitching depth, which includes names like Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller, Jared Jones, Braxton Ashcraft, Mike Burrows and Bubba Chandler? What's the future with the organization for big names past, present and future including Andrew McCutchen, Konnor Griffin and Oneil Cruz? And what did the front office have to say about the trade involving Johan Oviedo and Jhostynxon Garcia? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable break down the football team's selection for the Military Bowl in Annapolis, Md., a choice that disappointed some Panthers fans and had them wondering if Pat Narduzzi should considered turning down the offer. This podcast is sponsored by Fanduel. Stephen and Abby talk about why that notion was likely never a consideration. Will the bowl game be an opportunity for the Panthers' young stars, like Mason Heintschel and Ja'Kyrian Turner, to get more reps against a solid East Carolina team? What about players coming into their own, like Cameron Lindsey, Shawn Lee Jr. and Josh Guerrier? Could it be a good sendoff for older players like Kavir Bains-Marquez and Javon McIntyre? Could a ninth win get the bad taste out of their mouth after losses to Notre Dame and Miami? And how can Narduzzi use the game to prepare for 2026? Our duo answers those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.