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Rich, Matt, and Garret kick off their 2026 rookie prospect reviews with the position that breaks the most hearts every year: quarterbacks. The group emphasizes how much draft capital and landing spot shape outcomes, but also why weak classes can create value pockets in Superflex, especially if a QB can buy fantasy points with rushing. They start at the top with Fernando Mendoza, presenting him as the cleanest profile in the class and the safest Superflex bet. The discussion centers on accuracy, ball placement, decision-making, and leadership, with a debate on ceiling. One view sees him living as a reliable QB1 or high-end QB2 type. The other argues he can climb higher if the team build around him hits and the offense keeps evolving. Next up is Garrett Nussmeier, framed as a tricky evaluation because the 2025 tape looks heavily impacted by injury, while the 2024 tape shows a much more live arm and a more confident, pro-style passer. The group keeps coming back to one key point: draft capital will tell the story. If he lands in the right range, he becomes a real swing worth taking in Superflex rookie drafts. They move into Drew Allar as the “looks the part” quarterback that coaches will want to develop. The upside is obvious in the frame and arm talent, but the concerns show up when the pocket collapses and the processing speeds up. The consensus is that he needs time, structure, and the right coaching situation to see if the tools translate. They then cover Diego Pavia, giving credit for competitiveness and production, but making it clear the size limitation creates a massive barrier to draft capital and long-term opportunity. For fantasy purposes, they frame it as the kind of player where any real playing-time window would likely be the sell window. They also hit Taylen Green as the ultimate “tools vs quarterbacking” prospect. The athletic profile is wild and the rushing upside creates fantasy intrigue, but the concerns are about processing, mechanics, and whether he can consistently function as an NFL passer. The takeaway is that he is a pure swing pick, not a stable bet. They close with Luke Altmyer, who gets credit for playing on time, protecting the ball, and being coach-friendly, but is framed as a capped-ceiling profile for fantasy. Even if he sticks in the NFL as a backup type, the upside is limited compared to the quarterbacks who can generate fantasy points with rushing. Start Using the Film Room Today! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00:00 Start 00:06:51 Fernando Mendoza 00:26:00 Garrett Nussmeier 00:39:26 Drew Allar 00:49:27 FFPC 00:51:16 Roster Rescue is BACK! 00:52:19 Diego Pavia 01:02:07 Taylen Green 01:14:27 Luke Altmyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why the Kyler Murray era came to such an unceremonious with the Arizona Cardinals. Plus, former NFL scout Daniel Kelly swings by to discuss why he has Miami’s Carson Beck and Penn State’s Drew Allar as the top quarterback prospects in the upcoming NFL Draft, why he believes presumptive top overall pick Fernando Mendoza is destined to bust at the next level, how Clemson’s Cade Klubnik completely flipped his draft stock during his final collegiate season, and much more! #FSR Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Donno joins the show to break down the Miami Hurricanes' presence in the upcoming NFL Draft, projecting as many as nine Canes to be selected and analyzing where several key players could land. He addresses Carson Beck getting booed at the Combine but notes that Beck threw the ball well despite the noise, and he pushes back on criticism surrounding Rueben Bain's arm length, calling it overblown and predicting Bain will make doubters pay at the next level. Donno also shares his expectations for where players like Akheem Mesidor and Markell Bell could be drafted. The segment wraps with a broader look at quarterback prospects in the class, including detailed thoughts on Beck and Drew Allar.

Hour 3 includes the crew comparing this Miami Heat team to past squads, discussing their push to climb out of the play-in and secure a top-six seed while noting the need for a true closer — with Dwyane Wade calling out the team, a moment likened to Dan Marino criticizing the Dolphins. Alex Donno joins to preview the Miami Hurricanes in the NFL Draft, projecting as many as nine Canes to be drafted and defending Carson Beck and Rueben Bain against criticism, while also evaluating key players like Akheem Mesidor and Markell Bell and the quarterback class including Drew Allar. The discussion also touches on Tua Tagovailoa, reflections on the former Dolphins GM and head coach, and wraps with a Heat tickets giveaway. The hour closes with a look at the World Baseball Classic, where Shohei Ohtani continues to electrify fans with his standout performances.

The top 100 MLB players. Paul Skenes is No. 6. If you had to start a franchise with Drew Allar or Will Howard, Bob picks Will Howard.

Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: How will Steelers fans feel if Aaron Rodgers announces he is back? The top 100 MLB players. Paul Skenes is No. 6. If you had to start a franchise with Drew Allar or Will Howard, Bob picks Will Howard.

CBS Football's Ryan Wilson joins Ken and Lima with all his draft knowledge. The guys dig deep on Ty Simpson, Makai Lemon and Drew Allar as well as react to the Tytus Howard trade. Then, find out why Ty Simpson WILL NOT work in Cleveland!

CBS Football's Ryan Wilson jumps on with Ken and Lima to discuss what players the Browns should target in the draft. The guys also debrief the Tytus Howard trade and how that affects who the Cleveland Browns might select at 6 or 24.

On this special episode of The Sick Podcast, former NFL scout Daniel Kelly joins Jordan York and Mike Nicastro to discuss his overall thoughts on this year's draft combine, which quarterback the Steelers should be interested in, the most overrated prospects in this class, the ideal target at pick #21 and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who should the Steelers have more interest in developing: Will Howard or Drew Allar? Both quarterbacks have questions. Nick thinks Sonny Styles is the best player in the draft. He would take Styles over Arvell Reese. Jordyn Tyson is a high-end talent and a great receiver whom Nick would pick.

Caleb Downs is one of the best players in the draft, but safeties don't get drafted high. Ty Simpson is Jacob's No. 2 quarterback. Jacob would say Garrett Nussmeier is the safest choice, but Drew Allar has the best upside. Infante thinks it would be a dream scenario for Makai Lemon to get drafted to the Steelers in the first round.

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey: Jacob Infante of Pro Football & Sports Network joined the show. . Infante thinks it would be a dream scenario for Makai Lemon to get drafted to the Steelers in the first round. Ty Simpson is Jacob's No. 2 quarterback. Jacob would say Garrett Nussmeier is the safest choice, but Drew Allar has the best upside. Ben Kindel is going to be the Penguins top line center tonight with Blake Lizotte out.

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey: Who should the Steelers have more interest in developing: Will Howard or Drew Allar? Both quarterbacks have questions. . Nick thinks Sonny Styles is the best player in the draft. Starkey believes Ben Roethlisberger had a much better final season than people believe. He had Matt Canada as his offensive coordinator, Dionte Johnson and Chase Claypool as wide receivers, and Kendrick Green as his center.

03/02 Hour 1: Weekend Recap With The Junkies - 1:00 Top Storylines Around The Sports World - 12:00 Are You Buying The Drew Allar Hype - 31:00

Award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic, a lifelong veteran of the Pittsburgh sports scene, delivers 'Daily Shot' show each weekday morning, covering the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates! It's available bright and early, and timed to match your commute, never longer than 20 minutes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Cleveland Browns hold the number 6 and 24 picks in the 2026 NFL Draft and with Carnell Tate's draft stock falling, do the Browns trade back? Anthony and Daryl also debate the Browns adding a QB in the draft and the duo wonder if Medina-native and former Penn State QB Drew Allar could be an option.

Zac Jackson of the Athletic joins the show and drops a BOMB on what the Browns next move will be. Lima and Daryl also ask Jackson about the draft, Drew Allar and the Ohio State prospects

The NFL Combine has come and gone — and all eyes were on the quarterbacks. Buck breaks down every major QB performance from Indianapolis, including:

Award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic, a lifelong veteran of the Pittsburgh sports scene, delivers 'Daily Shot' show each weekday morning, covering the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates! It's available bright and early, and timed to match your commute, never longer than 20 minutes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Peter Schrager thinks Ty Simpson could be the 6th pick to the Browns. Should the Steelers be interested in Ty Simpson? Drew Allar had a great combine and Joe said a year ago that Allar would be the next Steelers quarterback! Bob still wants to see Will Howard. Kyler Murray was a huge story. Will the Steelers pick a quarterback in the first three rounds?

Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Peter Schrager thinks Ty Simpson could be 6th pick to the Browns. Should Steelers be interested in Ty Simpson? Drew Allar had a great combine. Joe said a year ago that Allar would be the next Steelers QB. Bob still wants to see Will Howard. The Steelers ranked last of all 32 teams in the report card. Potential Steelers trade idea from Mark Kaboly.

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In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson discuss how likely it would be for the Steelers to draft QB Drew Allar this year. Also, Pirates insider Dan Zangrilli comes on The Fan Hotline. And how is Dorin feeling now that these records he set at the NFL Combine have been broken? March 2, 2026, 7:00 Hour

The Steelers met with some mid-round projected QBs at the combine, including Penn State QB Drew Allar. Would you rather the Steelers draft Drew Allar, or re-sign Aaron Rodgers? Mullsy says that he would rather the Steelers draft Drew Allar than any of the other feasible options at QB in the draft. He also mentions Taylen Green as a guy he wouldn't mind seeing the Steelers draft. Navy RB/WR Eli Heidenreich joined the show. Eli said that he enjoyed the entire combine experience, and he was pleased with his performance in Indianapolis. He also said that he was surprised with how many moving parts go into the combine, such as medical examinations and interviews. Eli said that a bunch of guys were curious about what his days were like at Navy, and how they differ from other universities. Offensive Lineman Gennings Dunker put the combine on notice with both his performance and his ginger mullet. Future Steeler?

The Steelers met with some mid-round projected QBs at the combine, including Penn State QB Drew Allar. Would you rather the Steelers draft Drew Allar, or re-sign Aaron Rodgers? Mullsy says that he would rather the Steelers draft Drew Allar than any of the other feasible options at QB in the draft. He also mentions Taylen Green as a guy he wouldn't mind seeing the Steelers draft.

The NFL Combine has come and gone — and all eyes were on the quarterbacks. Buck breaks down every major QB performance from Indianapolis, including:

On a new episode of The Fellas with Anthony Gargano & Daniel DiBerardinis, the guys discuss the NFL Combine including Kenyon Sadiq breaking the TE 40-yard dash record and why Drew Allar could have more success in the NFL than in college. The guys then do their own NFL Mock Draft in honor of the combine detailing why the Giants need to take a DB, not a WR at pick 5, and why more tackles could go in the top 10 than people think. The guys discuss why the Bengals and Falcons are due for a comeback year in the NFL next season and which QB's have the most to prove next season. Big Brain Brad joins the show for all the best bets headed into a BIG college basketball weekend and to give his Final Four picks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe are wrapping up their week at the NFL Combine, but first it's a Friday edition of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast. Today it's all about the quarterback and wide receiver prospects. The main discussion centers on Alabama QB Ty Simpson. Mary Kay shares her positive first impressions and details his interesting connection to Browns head coach Todd Monken through his father. The crew debates how far Simpson would have to fall for the Browns to draft him and if he's a realistic option to challenge Shedeur Sanders. They also explore the "damaged goods" nature of this QB class, looking at potential value picks on Day 2 or 3 like Garrett Nussmeier and Medina native Drew Allar, both of whom have shown flashes of high-end talent. The conversation then shifts to the deep wide receiver class. Ashley details her interview with Jordyn Tyson, the brother of Cavs player Jaylon Tyson, and his potential as a precise route runner. Finally, they debate the Browns' biggest draft needs, weighing the value of taking a premium receiver like Carnell Tate at pick No. 6 versus addressing the offensive line. Follow us: On X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/orangebrowntalk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: h⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ttps://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ License: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://filmmusic.io/standard-license⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Commanders are heading to LONDON for the 2026 season. Who do you expect to see them face off against? Will Reuben Bain Jr's arm length hurt his draft stock? Daron Payne to play out the final year of his deal, and the team is working to extend Laremy Tunsil. All this and MORE in this episode of BLEAV in Commanders! 00:23 Commanders headed to London 3:00 Commanders to leave the light on for Zach Ertz 7:00 Daron Payne to play on final year of his deal; Team working to extend Laremy Tunsil 8:00 What to do with Lattimore? 10:00 Savvy to re-sign Andrew Wylie 12:30 Scott Jackson spoke with former NFL Executive, Billy Devaney 15:50 Drew Allar having a good combine showing 17:00 Will arm length hurt Reuben Bain's draft stock? Would you take him at 7? 21:40 There WILL be good players at #7 Thank you for listening.  You're amazing! Please be sure to share this episode with someone. Brought to you by @fanduel on @bleavnetwork Follow Anthony Follow Scott   #raisehail   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome back to The Pocket! In this episode, Christian Hackenberg and Jason Cabinda dive head first into conference realignment. The guys wonder if big football schools could start going independent and what the financial benefits of leaving a conference could look like. They also discuss how the landscape of college football has completely changed, how TV contracts are reshaping the sport and if being a conference champion even really matters any more. You do not want to miss this.FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558183472272CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro2:47 - USA Hockey10:25 - Mass Independence for Large CFB Brands?15:04 - Tougher Schedules16:08 - Does Winning Your Conference Really Matter Any More?18:40 - Generating Revenue22:40 - The Landscape is Constantly Changing24:48 - Kashif Moore Named WR Coach30:57 - Football Injuries and Mental Health40:00 - Tony Rojas is Frothing at the Mouth40:53 - Combine Updates43:58 - Drew Allar is Throwing#collegefootball #nfl #cfb #pennstate #weare #happyvalley #football #sunday #saturday

Today on the Logan Blackman Show we reveal mock draft 1.0, while also taking some time to look back at some of our first ever mock drafts. With mock draft 1.0 we go through each and every pick, discussing the different reasons behind each selection and why some talented players may wind up missing out on the first round. We then take a look at ESPN's predicted quarterback destinations for this offseason, as well as ranking the quarterbacks who could go after Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson. With that we focus in on the likes of Drew Allar, Garrett Nussmeier, Cole Payton, among others, focusing on how Allar's physical tools could see him shine at the NFL Combine. Finally, we preview the NFL Combine, going over which players could really boost their draft stock based on how good they do in shorts. Enjoy!

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 third day of prospect interviews at the 2026 NFL Combine, which continued on Friday morning with quarterbacks and wide receivers. The Steelers did use four of their 45 formal interviews at the quarterback position, with Ty Simpson, Drew Allar, Garrett Nussmeier and Carson Beck all getting formals. But it was the wide receiver position that Mike McCarthy and company blitzkrieged, using over a dozen formal visits on that position, which has been one of dire need for the team for several years now. Alan breaks it down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise ponders the San Francisco 49ers' Mac Jones as a potential trade target for GM Omar Khan and the Steelers this offseason. Could he be the best option realistically available over veterans like Kyler Murray, Malik Willis or Daniel Jones? Or over NFL draft options like Ty Simpson, Cade Klubnik, Garrett Nussmeier and Drew Allar? How would he compare to Aaron Rodgers should last year's starter decide to return for 2026? What about other internal options like Mason Rudolph and Will Howard? And to what degree would Mike McCarthy be suited to getting more from Jones than he shown thus far in his NFL career? Paul tackles those questions and offers more reactions to the latest news from the NFL combine in Indianapolis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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

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

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

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson compare what Pirates' SS Konnor Griffin's "hype" is now to what Penguins' C Sidney Crosby's was back what he was breaking into the NHL. Also, what round will QB Drew Allar get drafted in? And 93.7 The Fan's Jeff Hathhorn comes on The Fan Hotline. February 26, 2026, 9:00 Hour

Louis Riddick thinks it's a little bit ridiculous that the Steelers would consider Will Howard if they have a chance to draft Ty Simpson. How much better is Simpson than Howard? Poni wondered if what Austin is doing with Drew Allar is similar to what he and other Pitt fans did with Kenny Pickett a few years ago. Poni is curious if other Penn State fans are like that or if Austin has a man-crush.

Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. The guys immediately dug into the leaked Steelers report card, which had Art Rooney rated as the worst owner in the league – citing terrible facilities, including the field at Acrisure Stadium. Should the Steelers find a way to stop high school games from happening at the stadium? Ray doesn't think this bothers Art because he claims they are working on upgrades or some new facilities. Ray doesn't think it should be shocking if the Steelers use a 3rd round pick on Drew Allar. Ray thinks any rookie QB selected by the Steelers would be QB3 for most, if not all of the season. Ray is skeptical of Ty Simpson getting 1st round buzz and does not expect the Steelers to have interest at 21st overall. Ray thinks the article listing DK Metcalf as a trade candidate is someone in the media being forced to think of a name. Ray expects the Steelers to add a free agent WR that makes roughly $15M/year.

Louis Riddick thinks it's a little bit ridiculous that the Steelers would consider Will Howard if they have a chance to draft Ty Simpson. How much better is Simpson than Howard? Poni wondered if what Austin is doing with Drew Allar is similar to what he and other Pitt fans did with Kenny Pickett a few years ago. Poni is curious if other Penn State fans are like that or if Austin has a man-crush. Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. The guys immediately dug into the leaked Steelers report card, which had Art Rooney rated as the worst owner in the league – citing terrible facilities, including the field at Acrisure Stadium. Should the Steelers find a way to stop high school games from happening at the stadium? Ray doesn't think this bothers Art because he claims they are working on upgrades or some new facilities. Ray doesn't think it should be shocking if the Steelers use a 3rd round pick on Drew Allar. Ray thinks any rookie QB selected by the Steelers would be QB3 for most, if not all of the season. Ray is skeptical of Ty Simpson getting 1st round buzz and does not expect the Steelers to have interest at 21st overall. Ray thinks the article listing DK Metcalf as a trade candidate is someone in the media being forced to think of a name. Ray expects the Steelers to add a free agent WR that makes roughly $15M/year. Power Rankings – Top 5 Steelers draft wish list.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from the NFL combine in Indianapolis, where GM Omar Khan spoke extensively about the team's QB situation. The guys react to Khan's comments about Aaron Rodgers as well as backup Will Howard, who has the attention of new coach Mike McCarthy because of his performance in practice over the past year. They also give their thoughts on the 2026 QB class and the possibility that names like Drew Allar, Cade Klubnik or Garrett Nussmeier could be added to the mix with a Day 2 or Day 3 NFL draft pick in anticipation of the stronger 2027 QB class. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Combine is here and the rumors are flying. In this episode, we dive headfirst into the flood of news pouring out of Indianapolis as scouts, GMs, and media collide for the first time this offseason. From Kirk Cousins getting his walking papers in Atlanta to the stunning freefall of quarterbacks across draft boards, there's a lot to unpack. The bizarre quarterback class where former projected first-rounders like Chet Club Nick, Carson Beck, and Drew Allar are plummeting into Day 3 territory, and why that's actually great news for some teams Jordan Tyson skipping Combine workouts and why the outrage is completely overblown Fernando Mendoza's quiet rise as a "special prospect" that nobody seems to want to talk about — and the Cam Ward comparison nobody wants to hear Deep dives into the Raiders, Dolphins, and Jets as the NFL's most desperate rebuilds collide with a thin quarterback market Free agency rumblings including Trey Hendrickson, Jalen Waddle trade talk, Malik Willis to Miami or Arizona, and receivers Alec Pierce and George Pickens commanding $27M annually Whether you're building your mock draft or just trying to keep up with the Combine chaos, this one's packed wall to wall. #NFLDraft #NFLCombine #DraftRoom #GreenBayPackers #PackernetPodcast This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Website: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ My Board: https://nfldraftgrades.com/board/83a18c42-7a0b-4590-8d1b-453e49840d02

The Combine is here and the rumors are flying. In this episode, we dive headfirst into the flood of news pouring out of Indianapolis as scouts, GMs, and media collide for the first time this offseason. From Kirk Cousins getting his walking papers in Atlanta to the stunning freefall of quarterbacks across draft boards, there's a lot to unpack. The bizarre quarterback class where former projected first-rounders like Chet Club Nick, Carson Beck, and Drew Allar are plummeting into Day 3 territory, and why that's actually great news for some teams Jordan Tyson skipping Combine workouts and why the outrage is completely overblown Fernando Mendoza's quiet rise as a "special prospect" that nobody seems to want to talk about — and the Cam Ward comparison nobody wants to hear Deep dives into the Raiders, Dolphins, and Jets as the NFL's most desperate rebuilds collide with a thin quarterback market Free agency rumblings including Trey Hendrickson, Jalen Waddle trade talk, Malik Willis to Miami or Arizona, and receivers Alec Pierce and George Pickens commanding $27M annually Whether you're building your mock draft or just trying to keep up with the Combine chaos, this one's packed wall to wall. #NFLDraft #NFLCombine #DraftRoom #GreenBayPackers #PackernetPodcast This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Website: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ My Board: https://nfldraftgrades.com/board/83a18c42-7a0b-4590-8d1b-453e49840d02

Last season it was Shedeur Sanders that got the love from Mel Kiper Jr going into the draft. This year's name appears to be Ty Simpson and Kiper, yet again, has the Steelers connected to the QB. Are we even positive that Simpson is better than Kenny Pickett? Poni said he would be more upset about the Steelers drafting Simpson would be worse than bringing Aaron Rodgers back. How do fans feel about Ty Simpson? We ranked Simpson against Will Howard and Drew Allar. Donny Football Debrief – Some of the new UFL rules are interesting. Will any ever get picked up by the NFL?