Podcast appearances and mentions of Ben Roethlisberger

The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes Adam Amin to the podcast! The two chat about Adam's prep before games, where media is headed, and the biggest Bears-Packers game since 2010. Then, Jason explains why he sees some Ben Roethlisberger in Jordan Love's game, how Kevin Warren has bungled the stadium issue, and why it was poor timing to give a non-update before the biggest game of the season. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: ⁠708-550-3781⁠. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Adam Amin Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JR reacts to Mike McDaniel potentially benching Tua Tagovailoa. | Ben Roethlisberger walks back his comments on Mike Tomlin | Tom Brady gives advice to Patrick Mahomes after his ACL tear. | The Packers and Commanders on their major injuries. |

(0:00) Patrick Mahomes underwent surgery to repair ACL(18:00) How will Patriots learn from loss to Bills?(29:00) Ben Roethlisberger clarifies comments on Mike Tomlin(36:30) Jets fire DC Steve Wilks(39:00) Jayden Daniels shut down for rest of season Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Tomlin said he has no update on T.J. Watt and no new info regarding the dry needling technique. Ben Roethlisberger walked back some of his comments on the Steelers potentially needing to clear house. Brian is still skeptical of the Steelers and their ability to be a very good team.

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey: Mike Tomlin said he has no update on T.J. Watt and no new info regarding the dry needling technique. Ben Roethlisberger walked back some of his comments on the Steelers potentially needing to clear house. Brian is still skeptical of the Steelers and their ability to be a very good team. The Penguins are hosting Edmonton with Tristan Jarry in net against Penguins goalie Stuart Skinner.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 11 o'clock hour is brought to you by TRAJAN WEALTH; Planning for tomorrow starts today. Visit Trajan Wealth dot com to learn more about retirement and state planning RedZone - Matty Ice coming back? BTG Pop-Tarts Bowl shenanigans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Poni agrees with Troy Aikman on the idea that the Steelers could be a dangerous playoff team. How much different do you feel now as opposed to after the loss to the Bills? Does Mike Tomlin deserve credit for the state of the Steelers right now? Poni thinks so. Mike Tomlin had an aggressive philosophy for the first time in a very long time last night. Ben Roethlisberger said that Mike Tomlin potentially leaving the Steelers would be a decision that is totally up to him. More callers share their thoughts on yesterday night's game. PIT-MIA Game Balls.

In this hour, Adam Crowley, Dorin Dickerson and Pat Bostick react to some stunning comments from Cincinnati Bengals' QB Joe Burrow about how he feels when he plays football. Also, with QB Philip Rivers coming out of retirement to play in the NFL again, the three wonder whether or not Ben Roethlisberger could do the same thing right now if he really wanted to. And another edition of QUIZ CALLAS! December 11, 2025, 8:00 Hour

Ben Roethlisberger joins the show to talk about how much he loved to play against the Ravens and he shares his thoughts on the Steelers 2025 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Roethlisberger joins the show to talk about how much he loved to play against the Ravens and he shares his thoughts on the Steelers 2025 season.

Ben Roethlisberger joins the show to talk about how much he loved to play against the Ravens and he shares his thoughts on the Steelers 2025 season.

Dave Dameshek, Bill Bellamy, Ben Roethlisberger, Sean Collier's Movie Reviews, and more.

Ben Roethlisberger joins the show to talk about how much he loved to play against the Ravens and he shares his thoughts on the Steelers 2025 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Dameshek, Bill Bellamy, Ben Roethlisberger, Sean Collier's Movie Reviews, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Roethlisberger joins the show to talk about how much he loved to play against the Ravens and he shares his thoughts on the Steelers 2025 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 1:12 - Lynnell's Super Six-Pack: Players in the Spotlight vs Vikings 10:39 - Ben Roethlisberger, James Harrison call for Mike Tomlin-Steelers Split 18:04 - NFL Network's Steve Wyche Joins Show: Sorting Out the NFL Playoff Picture 32:06 - TNF Preview: Dallas Cowboys @ Detroit Lions

On this episode of “Fearless,” Jason Whitlock and guest Steve Kim analyze the college football playoff landscape and debate whether the University of Notre Dame is worthier of the playoffs than the University of Miami. They also discuss comments “Big Ben” Roethlisberger made about the Pittsburgh Steelers cleaning house and why Coach Mike Tomlin should head to Penn State to coach the Nittany Lions. Later on in the show, they dive into the Browns activating Deshaun Watson for practice and make predictions about the upcoming Dallas vs. Detroit matchup, which is a must-win game for both teams to make the playoffs. Whitlock reacts to Odell Beckham Jr. claiming recently that a $100 million contract doesn't go very far and Ryan Clark's defense of OBJ. Jay Skapinac joins the show to offer insight into Richard Jefferson saying the Clippers' trade for Paul George was worse than the Mavericks' trade for Luka Dončić. Whitlock and Skapinac also talk about LeBron James' recent poor performance and the Clippers abruptly cutting Chris Paul from the team. Matt McChesney, a former University of Colorado and NFL standout, joins the show to react to reports that Deion Sanders is draining UC's budget and that administrators are being forced to slash coaches' salaries. Jam-packed show today — don't miss it! ​​Today's Sponsors: PreBorn This Christmas, you can help save a life for only $28. PreBorn's mission is to offer women the courage, faith, and support they need to choose life—a life that has the potential to change the world. Pick up your phone, dial #250 and say “Baby.” Or donate securely at https://PreBorn.com/FEARLESS. Do it now—because life matters. BlueChew BlueChew is the upgrade button for your sex life. Make life easier by getting harder and discover your options at https://BlueChew.com. Try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code FEARLESS -- just pay $5 shipping. Want more Fearless content? Subscribe to Jason Whitlock Harmony for a biblical perspective on everyday issues at https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 Jeffery Steele and Jason Whitlock welcome musical guests for unique interviews and performances that you won't want to miss! Subscribe to https://youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1  We want to hear from the Fearless Army!! Join the conversation in the show chat, leave a comment or email Jason at FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com Get 10% off Blaze swag by using code Fearless10 at https://shop.blazemedia.com/fearless Make yourself an official member of the “Fearless Army!” Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. CLICK HERE to Subscribe to Jason Whitlock's YouTube: https://bit.ly/3jFL36G CLICK HERE to Listen to Jason Whitlock's podcast: https://apple.co/3zHaeLTCLICK HERE to Follow Jason Whitlock on X: https://bit.ly/3hvSjiJ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who will win in Detroit on TNF? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Jori Epstein break down the Cowboys road matchup at the Lions to see who can stay in the playoff race. The duo also discuss the Browns opening the 21-day practice window for QB Deshaun Watson. Will we see him play a game this season? Later, Andrew and Jori sit down with ESPN reporter Brooke Pryor to talk all things Aaron Rodgers, Mike Tomlin, and the state of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Closing things out, the crew analyzes the contenders and pretenders of each division that could succeed in the playoffs before giving their “One More Thing.”(6:45) - Cowboys @ Lions preview(17:07) - Browns open 21-day practice window for Deshaun Watson(23:25) - Brooke Pryor Interview(48:09) - Ben Roethlisberger suggests fresh start for Mike Tomlin(55:21) - Are these division leaders contenders or pretenders?(1:09:22) - One More Thing

Ben Maller talks about Ben Roethlisberger suggesting that the Steelers need to clean house and that Mike Tomlin should go coach Penn State, Chris Fowler swearing that ESPN plays no part in College Football Playoff influence, #AskBen, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rich previews what's at stake for the Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions in their pivotal Thursday Night Football game with big-time playoff implications for both teams. Rich weighs in on the latest on the Pittsburgh Steelers heading into their key Week 14 AFC North showdown against the Baltimore Ravens, and reacts to Ben Roethlisberger saying Mike Tomlin should take the Penn State head coach job. Comedian Andrew Santino and Rich discuss his charity work with the Special Olympics in his upcoming ‘Ho-Ho Homer' celebrity softball event, the surprising success of his beloved Chicago Bears, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Steelers’ QB, Ben Roethlisberger, thinks Mike Tomlin would be successful at Penn State. And Longtime NFL Insider Jason Cole joins the show to preview TNF and all things Week 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Steelers come off an embarrassing loss to the Buffalo Bills, a game in which they gave up a record 249 yards on the ground in Pittsburgh.  Now, the noise regarding Mike Tomlin's future with the team are at an all time high.  When former Steelers legends James Harrison and Ben Roethlisberger both say they think its time to move on from head man, people start to take notice.  Unfortunately for the Steelers, the next team up on the schedule is an AFC North matchup that takes the team to Baltimore, a team who put up a record 300 yards on the ground in their last meeting.  Join Jeremy Kohlman and Wil Masisak as they break down the team's performance against the Bills, explore what lies ahead — including the pivotal matchup with the Ravens — and take a tour around the NFL, where Week 14 delivers several playoff-caliber showdowns.

Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Beau Morgan talk about how FOX is looking for Falcons fans to be in an upcoming film, and then react to the latest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle.

Headlines and ICYMI Jedd Fisch with Softy & Dick We revisit a chuck of the conversation the afternoon show had with the Husky Head Coach yesterday. Listen up everyone, the polls aren't to blame! :30- NFL News & Notes heading into week 14: - We have some good matchups this week and it starts tonight. - Joe Burrow vs the Bills - Ben Roethlisberger has some thoughts on Mike Tomlin :35- We only have two more FoF picks to make, hope Chuck chose right! :45- Holiday Analytics pt 3! We've covered Christmas trees and Santa, so bring on the turkey! The numbers don't lie! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonas Knox, Brady Quinn and LaVar Arrington open the show with their reactions to the latest College Football Playoff rankings... Did the committee get it right? Then they move over to the news that BYU coach Kalani Sataki is staying put after he turned down Penn State's advances to make him their next head coach. Later, the guys get into recent comments from Ben Roethlisberger where he suggested it might be time for the Steelers to clean house, including head coach Mike Tomlin... Is he right?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonas Knox, Brady Quinn and LaVar Arrington open hour 2 discussing recent comments from Ben Roethlisberger where he suggested it might be time for the Steelers to clean house, including head coach Mike Tomlin... Is he right? Then they move into this week's college football roundup, hitting on some of the biggest stories of a wild week in the sport. Plus, more fun with a new edition of "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly"!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Big Ben is calling for the Steelers to move on from Mike Tomlin. Ben Roethlisberger said Tomlin should be the coach at Penn State! Bruce Ariens thinks Pittsburgh needs a major change, and changing coordinators will do nothing. The Steelers cut Darius Slay and added wide receiver Adam Thielen off of waivers. The General has a Paul Skenes Card as Starkey's Card of the Week.

Big Ben is calling for the Steelers to move on from Mike Tomlin. Ben Roethlisberger said Tomlin should be the coach at Penn State! The Steelers cut Darius Slay and added wide receiver Adam Thielen off of waivers. Ben heard that Aaron Rodgers went rogue and called his own plays.

Something else Ben Roethlisberger suggested was Mike Tomlin going to Penn State. After Tomlin was asked about coaching at the college level a few years ago, we can say pretty confidently that this won't happen. Would Tomlin want to do everything that is required to be a college coach? The guys questioned if Tomlin would be as good at recruiting as everyone assumes. James Franklin happily trolled Penn State on X after pulling in a pretty good first recruiting class at Virginia Tech. We are enjoying the fall from grace in real time from State College.

Ben Roethlisberger is now on-board with Mike Tomlin moving on. He suggested the Steelers ‘clean house' with the coaching staff. Are you starting to think this is actually possible, with more and more voices starting to bring up a topic they've long been so afraid of? That not only includes national voices, but people who have covered the team for years and never thought things would reach this point. The Fan vs The Fans. Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. If the playoffs started today, the Penguins would be in – and TK believes they will make it by season's end. He brought up a weak division and the fact that the Penguins don't look like a team running on smoke & mirrors. Tyler said he doesn't care what Tristan Jarry does in the regular season because it only matters how he performs in the big games and in the playoffs. TK told the guys he continually hears great things about Dan Muse and the new voice leading the team. TK thinks the players have responded so well to the change at the top. Tyler thinks Sidney Crosby will reach 40 goals this season.

Jeff Brohm is the latest college football coach to stay put instead of going to Happy Valley to become the HC at Penn State. Something else Ben Roethlisberger suggested was Mike Tomlin going to Penn State. After Tomlin was asked about coaching at the college level a few years ago, we can say pretty confidently that this won't happen. Would Tomlin want to do everything that is required to be a college coach? The guys questioned if Tomlin would be as good at recruiting as everyone assumes. James Franklin happily trolled Penn State on X after pulling in a pretty good first recruiting class at Virginia Tech. We are enjoying the fall from grace in real time from State College. In how many years with Ben Roethlisberger did Mike Tomlin make a ‘deep' run in the playoffs? Mike Florio from Pro Football Talk joined the show. Mike said something just feels different this time with the Steelers in regards to Mike Tomlin being back next season. He referenced the times changing a bit and them going about their business differently the last few years in the off-season. Mike said the Steelers are stuck in a rut with a lot of people making a lot of money. Mike thinks Art Rooney II will sit back on this until he starts noticing more and more empty seats in the stadium because that means dollars lost. He said if he was a season-ticket holder, he would not attend the next home game (MNF 12/15 vs MIA) if they lose in an ugly way to the Ravens on Sunday. Mike thinks it's a complicated reality with coaches thinking about the greener pastures that could be out there. Could Mike see Penn State making a play for Tomlin? Mike talked about the current cycle of coaches in the NFL and another reason why Tomlin might be the hottest candidate out there if he and the Steelers move on. Mike said we don't know for sure that the Giants are interested, but there is some dot-connecting being done.

Ben Roethlisberger is now on-board with Mike Tomlin moving on. He suggested the Steelers ‘clean house' with the coaching staff. Are you starting to think this is actually possible, with more and more voices starting to bring up a topic they've long been so afraid of? That not only includes national voices, but people who have covered the team for years and never thought things would reach this point.

Happy Wednesday! We have a very newsy show today as we begin with a Ryan Day Signing Day press conference that was unknowingly scheduled right on the heels on the breaking news that Brian Hartline would be leaving his role as OSU OC to take the HC position at USF. Deshaun Watson is set to practice with the Browns as he works his way back from injury. We play In or Out. Adam Schefter joins the show. Multiple WR recruits show uneasiness as they second-guess whether or not they want to play for Ohio State following Hartline's departure. We react to the 4th installment of the 2025 CFP Rankings. Ben Roethlisberger has a crazy idea for who Penn State should target for their head coaching vacancy. Zach Werenski joins the show for Hockey & Hounds. And we Tell the Truth.

It's a sequel to one of our most popular episodes! We will once again delve into a list of interesting and little known facts about Pittsburgh sports history. Impress your friends with the vast wealth of trivia that you will glean from this second enlightening fun facts episode!REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes​ (this one originally dropped in Feb 2023)Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover (35% off)Connect with the show:Visit us on the webFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Twitter

It's a big football weekend for Pittsburgh coming up. Ben Roethlisberger was at the Pitt women's volleyball game last night. How important is it for Pitt to upset Miami on Saturday? Jack doesn't trust Mario Cristobal in this game and says Miami is beatable. Jack explains how Pitt can win the game this weekend.

Tomlin Tuesday had the guys a bit fiery following the loss to the Bears with a very odd takeaway from Mike Tomlin – blaming the punting/kickoff game for a big reason why the Steelers lost the game. Poni put the ‘mediocre' mantra on Tomlin and said it was unfair of him to put it on Mason Rudolph. What is Mike's record since the retirement of Ben Roethlisberger? Tomlin was also a wise ass to Chris Carter after asking an X's & O's type question. The Bears dirty, bouncy balls played the big factor. Some stats on Mike Tomlin in his last few years as head coach. An interesting Josina Anderson post from this morning referencing a longtime head coach wanting a ‘change of scenery.' Tomlin-ism of the Week – The Steelers will be missing Broderick Jones and Derrick Harmon on Sunday – a pair of recent 1st round picks. The guys also discussed a few players dinged up going into the weekend. Could we finally see Marquez Valdes-Scantling or Asante Samuel?

Welcome to Steelers Morning Rush, our new daily short-form podcast with Alan Saunders, giving a longer perspective on a single news topic surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers or the National Football League. Today, it's the team's 31-28 loss to the Chicago Bears, the team's continued problems on defense, and what that means for not only 2025 but for the future of the organization. The team's defense, hailed as historic before the start of the 2025 season, is ranked 13th in scoring defense. The entire theory of this team was that a strong defense would keep them competitive until they were able to rebuild the offense in the post-Ben Roethlisberger years.  After Sunday's bashing by the Bears, that plan does not seem to be working. Alan breaks it down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2010 Pittsburgh Steelers season was arguably the strangest in team history. The team battled numerous controversies both on and off the field. Their star quarterback and linebacker were disciplined by the NFL, their star receiver, running back, and kicker were all unceremoniously jettisoned, and their offensive line was riddled with injuries. They overcame all of it to somehow make their way back to the Super Bowl, and their journey to get there was full of wild moments and unlikely heroes. In this episode, we remember that season and all of its many highs and lows.Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover (35% off)Connect with the show:Visit us on the webFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Twitter

On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to discuss the surprising popularity of Steelers backup QBs Will Howard and Mason Rudolph. Why are some fans so eager to see both with future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers in place as the starter? Is there any world where Howard, a rookie, is ready for meaningful NFL snaps if Rodgers can't play in NFL Week 12 because of his injury? What is his upside at the NFL level? And why have some fans moved on so quickly from Rudolph's struggles that they lamented early in his career as the backup to Ben Roethlisberger? Our duo tackles those questions, plus some AFC North topics. Will Steelers fans regret the team not taking Shedeur Sanders in the NFL draft if he thrives in his first start for the Browns? Are the Bengals a bad team even if Joe Burrow is able to return at some point this season? And are Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry and the Ravens really as dangerous to the Steelers in division race as some perceive them to be? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve Palazzolo from the 33rd Team joined the show. Steve said he would rate Aaron Rodgers a 5.5/10 right now and Mason Rudolph a 4.5/10 – answering the same question Poni asked Pomp in the 3 pm hour. Steve isn't convinced Rodgers is playing better football than Ben Roethlisberger did in his last couple years. Steve described Rodgers as ‘a tick off' in his last few games. How good has the Steelers offensive line been in protection of Rodgers? Steve isn't sure why Darius Slay would go right back into the Steelers lineup. Does Steve think the Steelers should have regret trading George Pickens? The guys asked Steve how good Darnell Washington has been and what kind of potential he has at over 300 pounds. Steve picked the Steelers to beat the Bears, sighting how lucky Chicago has been.

Austin's Answers – What did Teryl Austin say to the media today? Steve Palazzolo from the 33rd Team joined the show. Steve said he would rate Aaron Rodgers a 5.5/10 right now and Mason Rudolph a 4.5/10 – answering the same question Poni asked Pomp in the 3 pm hour. Steve isn't convinced Rodgers is playing better football than Ben Roethlisberger did in his last couple years. Steve described Rodgers as ‘a tick off' in his last few games. How good has the Steelers offensive line been in protection of Rodgers? Steve isn't sure why Darius Slay would go right back into the Steelers lineup. Does Steve think the Steelers should have regret trading George Pickens? The guys asked Steve how good Darnell Washington has been and what kind of potential he has at over 300 pounds. Steve picked the Steelers to beat the Bears, sighting how lucky Chicago has been. Donny Football Debrief – Why did CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens get disciplined on MNF?

Ben Roethlisberger was complimentary of Mason Rudolph on his Footbahlin podcast. Should Rudolph play against Chicago if Aaron Rodgers isn't close to 100%? The NFL upheld the one-game suspension for Ja'Marr Chase spitting on Jalen Ramsey. Tomlin confirmed that Darius Slay will start, if healthy.

Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: The Steelers have not been able to figure out their quarterback situation since Ben Roethlisberger retired. Mason Rudolph has been given opportunities. Ja'Marr Chase spit on Jalen Ramsey and Ramsey responded by throwing a punch at Chase. Joey Porter Jr. and James Pierre did a really good job covering Chase and Tee Higgins. We think Ja'Marr Chase should be suspended for a game. Chase said he didn't spit but there is video proof.

The Steelers have not been able to figure out their quarterback situation since Ben Roethlisberger retired. Mason Rudolph has been given opportunities. Rudolph has been given a chance to prove he could be the guy.

After a dream season brought the Steelers to the Super Bowl, they were poised to get their 6th Lombardi after taking a big lead late into the game thanks to some James Harrison heroics. But Kurt Warner and Larry Fitzgerald had different ideas. When it was all said and done, Super Bowl XLIII went down as arguably the greatest football game ever played. We'll do a deep dive into that game and relive the amazing memories from that magical night.REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes​Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | HardcoverConnect with the show:Visit us on the webFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Twitter

The Cincinnati Bengals (3-6) face a must-win scenario in Week 11 against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, November 16, at Acrisure Stadium. Trailing in the AFC North, the Bengals desperately need a victory to salvage their playoff hopes, especially after a gritty 24-17 win over Pittsburgh in Week 7, where Joe Flacco stepped in admirably, throwing for 342 yards.  However, with Joe Burrow's status uncertain amid injury whispers, the offense hinges on Ja'Marr Chase's explosiveness and a resurgent ground game led by Chase Brown. The Steelers enter as 5.5-point favorites, with a total of 49.5 points signaling a high-scoring affair.  Pittsburgh's defense, anchored by T.J. Watt, has terrorized quarterbacks, while their run-heavy attack with Najee Harris exploits Cincinnati's leaky front seven. Yet, the Bengals boast a perfect 2-0 divisional record this season and cover +5.5 in models like ESPN's, thanks to their pass rush disrupting Ben Roethlisberger's successor. Expect a revenge-fueled battle—Bengals ML +195 offers value for underdogs hungry to flip the script. Fresh off their first postseason berth since 2013, the Cincinnati Reds are buzzing with free agency ambition, and Kyle Schwarber tops the wishlist. ESPN's Jeff Passan calls signing the slugging DH the "perfect transaction" to turbocharge an offense that slashed .240 collectively in 2025. The Cincinnati native crushed 47 homers with an .928 OPS for the Phillies, thriving in a hitter-friendly park like GABP, where his pull power could yield 50+ dingers annually. Rumors hinge on a $60 million variable—Schwarber's Phillies loyalty versus Cincy's hometown pull and deeper pockets post-playoff revenue. A projected six-year, $150M deal could pair him with Elly De La Cruz for a fearsome core, transforming the Reds into NL Central contenders. Local ties ignite belief: Schwarber to Reds feels destined, per insiders, bridging nostalgia with firepower for 2026 glory.  Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track Name Holy (Trap). Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track Name Exercise (Rock). #Bengals #NFL #OffTheBench

Russell Wilson and Ben Roethlisberger's numbers in their final year with the Steelers are similar. Aaron Rodgers has a better touchdown percentage. Rodgers finds himself playing above average, but not very good or great. Bob was right about how George Pickens is playing and thought Pickens would behave in order to sign a big contract as a free agent.

On this episode of “Fearless,” Jason Whitlock discusses how Deion Sanders and Mike Tomlin continue to be hyped as coaches despite disappointing performances from their teams, while good black coaches, such as Todd Bowles and Marcus Freeman, are ignored. Whitlock offers his Ten NFL Truths, delving into Jordan Love looking the best he ever has; Dak Prescott ruining his chances at the MVP title; Drake Maye becoming Big Ben Roethlisberger; why Kevin Stefanski is reluctant to play Shedeur Sanders; and much more. Steve Kim and T.J. Moe join the show to react to the black burden of Sanders and Tomlin, news that LSU's head coach Brian Kelly has been fired, and to discuss the top five NFL teams. They also get into a story that ESPN employees are fed up with Pat McAfee's diva-like behavior and a video showing Cam Newton in an altercation with a mascot. Whitlock closes out the show by talking about Shannon Sharpe saying he lost friends over his sexual misconduct allegations. Another can't-miss show today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices