Podcast appearances and mentions of Jalen Ramsey

Joe and Hollywood react to Jon-Eric Sullivan's comments that the Dolphins are going to focus on a draft-and-develop approach and move away from relying on “mercenaries.” The guys look back at big-name players Miami brought in during their prime who ultimately didn't pan out, including Jalen Ramsey and Tyreek Hill. Plus, they discuss how quickly the Dolphins have handed out contract extensions to disgruntled players in recent years and whether Miami allowed players to push around the front office. Joe loves Sullivan's approach and believes the Dolphins need to build the team through the draft and develop their own talent

Joe and Hollywood break down the Dolphins' latest roster moves after Miami claimed seven players off waivers and then cut eight others. The guys discuss Jon-Eric Sullivan's draft-and-develop philosophy and why he wants the Dolphins to move away from “mercenaries,” looking back at big-name additions like Jalen Ramsey and Tyreek Hill that didn't work out. Joe also reflects on former Dolphins quarterback David Woodley, his career and the darker side of life as an NFL player. Plus, Hollywood's Headlines covers Lionel Messi's international retirement, UCLA's financial struggles, a disturbing TCU incident, the skyrocketing sports card market and new tennis trading cards. The hour also includes US Open tennis updates and the bizarre story of a man who allegedly posed as an NFL player to scam millions from women on dating apps.

Ben Maller talks about if LSU's Lane Kiffin's "rules are merely suggestions" approach makes him the perfect coach for modern college football, if Jalen Ramsey helping Joey Porter Jr.'s contract talks, the idea that Dodgers owner Mark Walter, GM Andrew Friedman, and Shohei Ohtani could all disappear, Cite the Bite, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alan Saunders & Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Mike McCarthy discussing the idea of keeping 4 quarterbacks on the roster, what he needs to see from his RB3 in that battle, how Jalen Ramsey changes things for the defense and not going into much detail in regard to the teams' preseason finale. We also discuss the team signing Brandon Hill, with Sebastian Castro in a boot and if moving on from Roman Wilson makes sense. Join us for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all of this. Check out the show on our YouTube page, or find it on Megaphone or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from Steelers practice on Monday on the South Side. What's the latest on Joey Porter Jr.'s contract extension after deals were reached with his NFL Draft classmates like Nick Herbig, Darnell Washington and Keeanu Benton? What do the returns of players like Jalen Ramsey and Max Iheanachor mean for Mike McCarthy's team as it enters the final week of the preseason? 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.

Alan Saunders & Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Mike McCarthy saying the quiet part out loud in regard to Joey Porter Jr.'s "injury", Jalen Ramsey's return to practice in addition to a laundry list of other players (Max Iheanachor, DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr., Daylen Everette, Gennings Dunker, Brandin Echols, Brandon Smith). Payton Wilson and Jack Driscoll didn't get through the entire practice and will be something to monitor. Join us for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all of this. Check out the show on our YouTube page, or find it on Megaphone or wherever you get your podcasts. Steelers Cowboy hat: https://www.foco.com/collections/accessories-hats-caps?sortBy=focoinc_shopify_products_published_at_desc&refinementList%5Bnamed_tags.data--collection%5D%5B0%5D=Americana Dream Big Foundation: https://dreambigmontana.com/products/donations VOICEup Berks: voiceupberks.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Iheanachor is going to practice today and could play on Thursday. Jalen Ramsey is being activated off the PUP list. McCarthy said Joey Porter Jr. is at an impasse in contract talks. Would you trade Porter for a first-round pick?

Mike McCarthy told reporters today that the contract talks with Joey Porter Jr. are at an ‘impasse' with the regular season quickly approaching. Should the Steelers pay him? Should they seriously listen to trade offers? If another team offered a 1st round pick, the guys think they would make the move. It's all about getting that 1st round QB in 2027. Is Porter better than fans give him credit for? Jalen Ramsey wants to see Joey Porter Jr. get paid. Would it mean more if those comments came from someone like Cam Heyward or TJ Watt? Could Peezy hold out into the season? WTOV's Jack Hillgrove joined the show. Jack thinks the motion to keep 4 QBs is growing more and more by the day. Jack believes Max Iheanachor could be the starting right tackle by the mini-bye between Weeks 4 & 5, if not sooner. Jack said the Joey Porter Jr. extension should have been done first over the 3 other members of the 2023 draft class that got deals this offseason. Should the Steelers consider cutting Roman Wilson if they can organize a trade to bring in another WR?

Alan Saunders & Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss who we think can still win jobs on the 53-man roster during the preseason. Can Dean Lowry (who Cam Heyward praised) earn a spot in the DL rotation? Can Kaleb Johnson earn the RB3 role and force the team to keep 4 backs? Who will earn the safety jobs behind the starters? We also discuss the idea of the team moving training camp at some point and our concern level over the lost reps of DK Metcalf, Jalen Ramsey and Joey Porter Jr. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Steelers Cowboy hat: https://www.foco.com/collections/accessories-hats-caps?sortBy=focoinc_shopify_products_published_at_desc&refinementList%5Bnamed_tags.data--collection%5D%5B0%5D=Americana Dream Big Foundation: https://dreambigmontana.com/products/donations VOICEup Berks: voiceupberks.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from a rainy Monday at training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. Could Mike McCarthy actually keep all four QBs on the roster? Could Mason Rudolph be traded? Or could Will Howard or Drew Allar not make the squad behind starter Aaron Rodgers? And how have the depth cornerbacks acquitted themselves with players like Joey Porter Jr., Jalen Ramsey and DeShon Elliott on the shelf with injuries? 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.

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 unexpected performance of backup cornerback Asante Samuel Jr., who has been the best player on the field for the Steelers through two days of training camp at St. Vincent College. Samuel has taken full advantage of the opportunity provided by the injuries to Joey Porter Jr. and Jalen Ramsey, and his play so far, combined with his pedigree suggests he's a player that deserves a bigger role than backup cornerback. Alan breaks it down: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers practice today was a walk-through and McCarthy seriously focuses on clutch time and working on what to do in the last drive. Ray doesn't think they will keep four quarterbacks. Ray thinks the quarterbacks will find a way to get enough reps. Joey Porter Jr. comes down for half of the practice but has been on the side with Jalen Ramsey.

Pads on, heat up, and the Panthers offense ran the yard on Thursday. We break down everything from the July 30 practice at Bank of America Stadium — plus my appearance on Slack on Sports with Randy Slack on ESPN Wilmington previewing camp.Chris Brazell II went down again with the same left knee and couldn't finish practice, AND IS OUT FOR THE YEAR!. Mitchell Evans is dealing with a low ankle sprain but could be back for FanFest. Jonathan Brooks is still being brought along in phases and won't return kicks in the preseason.Jaycee Horn is back at full speed after an offseason foot issue and he's living in the slot now — the staff showed him Jalen Ramsey's cutups from LA, and he says nickel is a completely different animal than playing outside. Mike Jackson was his own harshest critic after a rough day, and he's fully at peace playing out his contract year with nothing said by the front office.Dave Canales praised Bryce Young's timing, rhythm and anticipation, capped by a back-of-the-end-zone touchdown to Tetairoa McMillan on a double move. Plus Luke Fortner running with the ones, Kyle Trask in for a workout, and everything to expect from FanFest Friday night at 7:30.Two Growls One Roar — Panthers, Hornets and Gamecocks coverage all season long.

Joe Rose and Omar Kelly discuss how NFL locker rooms have changed over the years, with Joe reflecting on the camaraderie and accountability that defined his Dolphins teams compared to today's league, where frequent roster turnover and massive contracts can make it harder to build chemistry. The guys debate whether showing up late should ever be tolerated in an NFL locker room, using Tyreek Hill and Jalen Ramsey as examples of players who repeatedly arrived late during their time in Miami. They discuss how those habits impacted the team's culture and why establishing accountability is one of the biggest challenges for any coaching staff.

Hour 1 opens with Omar Kelly joining Joe Rose to break down the first full day of Dolphins training camp, including Jeff Hafley's decision to emphasize special teams early in practice and the biggest takeaways from Miami's young roster. Joe and Omar compare the locker room culture of Joe's Dolphins teams to today's NFL, debating whether constant roster turnover and massive contracts have made it harder to build chemistry and accountability. The guys also discuss whether players should ever be allowed to show up late, reflecting on Tyreek Hill and Jalen Ramsey's time in Miami, before breaking down the latest camp highlights, including Michael Taffe's interception, Ollie Gordon's strong response after a fumble, and whether the Dolphins need tougher consequences for ball security. Plus reaction to the Marlins' incredible comeback from a 6-0 deficit to complete a sweep of the Phillies behind another big performance from Griffin Conine

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 PUP list, otherwise known as the physically unable to perform list, where Steelers cornerbacks Joey Porter Jr., Jalen Ramsey and Donte Kent all landed on Tuesday during the first day of training camp. What exactly is the PUP list, and its cousin, the NFI? What are the criteria for players being placed on those lists and what does it mean for their future? Alan breaks it down: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tuesday's podcast recaps repporting day from Steelers training camp as Tim Benz discusses Year 1 of Mike McCarthy, DK Metcalf, Jalen Ramsey and Joey Porter Jr. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tomorrow, Latrobe goes from a ghost town to Titletown. The Steelers are touching down, and Wednesday we finally hit the grass. But first—let's talk about the pull-up. Who's flexing the hardest on arrival day? (Tate's still putting chips on Jalen Ramsey just because). Who caught the unlucky roommate draw? We're also talking real football: the camp battles Yinz can't miss and whether Alex Highsmith is getting dealt before we even leave camp. Real talk, real questions with the Hangover podcast on the Steelers Curtain Network. Check out Meinelschmidt Distillery at meineldistillery.com and use the code USSUMMER to save 10% at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss what Alan took away from the availabilities of DK Metcalf, Omar Khan, TJ Watt, Mike McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers. What do we make of the team placing Joey Porter Jr. on the PUP list, after originally only stating Jalen Ramsey and Donte Kent would be put on the list. What do we make of Broderick Jones being cleared to participate? Do we take Aaron Rodgers at his word for this being his last season and how he feels about Roman Wilson? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this and much more! Steelers hat: https://www.foco.com/collections/accessories-hats-caps?sortBy=focoinc_shopify_products_published_at_desc&refinementList%5Bnamed_tags.data--collection%5D%5B0%5D=Americana Dream Big Foundation: https://dreambigmontana.com/products/donations VOICEup Berks: voiceupberks.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jalen Ramsey is beginning training camp on the PUP list. Broderick Jones has been cleared to practice and will practice Wednesday. Dylan Cook was taking the first team reps at right tackle.

Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: The Pirates have stolen away the shine from the first day of Steelers training camp. The Pirates are the bigger story right now. We all agreed it would be a good thing if the Pirates could get through their stretch of injuries playing .500 ball that they will be in a good location. Jalen Ramsey is beginning training camp on the PUP list. Broderick Jones has been cleared to practice and will practice Wednesday.

The Steelers reported to Saint Vincent College today as another training camp is set to begin, with the first practice tomorrow. The first person to speak to reporters was DK Metcalf. The big takeaway from that chat was Metcalf saying a lot of the work offensively in 2025 was like ‘walking on egg shells.' What does this say about Mike Tomlin? The guys wondered how much power Aaron Rodgers really had – or any QBs after Ben Roethlisberger for that matter. Joey Porter Jr. and Jalen Ramsey among players placed on PUP list as the Steelers arrived to training camp. Porter is awaiting a new deal, so his situation isn't likely to be a ‘real' injury. What is Porter envisioning for his new deal? If it's $31M/year, that would be up there with the highest in football. Do the Steelers value Porter as much as other teams value corner? PG columnist Noah Hiles joined the show. Noah confirmed the good news we were already aware of – that Esmerlyn Valdez is OK after being hit on the hand last night. What will this lineup look like when Oneil Cruz returns? Are the Pirates in need of another right-handed bat? Noah dove into the possibility of getting rid of Marcell Ozuna by next week's trade deadline. Noah's expectation is for the Pirates to only part with prospects and nobody from the Major League club. Noah said this needs to be a year in which the Pirates are aggressive. How much do owners have to look to 2028 because of a potential work stoppage next season? Noah thinks the Pirates will make 4 trades by Monday at 6 pm.

Zachary Smith discusses all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, Nick Farabaugh of Penn Live joins the show. We discuss what a year 2 breakout would look like for Derrick Harmon, the best way for the team to utilize Jalen Ramsey, who the 6th DB on the field in dime looks will be, the ideal 5 on the offensive line and what defensive player is poised for a breakout under new DC Patrick Graham. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to ponder which players will be most interesting to watch during training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. Is Germie Bernard by far the most integral rookie from an NFL draft class that also includes Max Iheanachor, Drew Allar, Gennings Dunker and Daylen Everette? How does Jalen Ramsey's role in the secondary look poised to grow? Will Pat Freiermuth finally be unlocked within coach Mike McCarthy's offense alongside QB Aaron Rodgers and receivers DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr.? And will Jamel Dean prove himself to be the best running mate for Joey Porter Jr. at cornerback? 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 Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to ponder possible moves for GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy ahead of training camp in a couple of weeks. Could a deal still be struck to send a highly paid outside linebacker like T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith or Nick Herbig to another team? Or would that weaken the 2026 team too much? Could Patrick Queen be moved, as his 2027 return to the roster seems increasingly unlikely? And is there any other potential move that could rival what Khan did last summer in dealing Minkah Fitzpatrick to acquire Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith? Our duo tackles those questions, then gets into thornier roster questions. Is a veteran like Mekhi Becton and option in free agency amid the uncertainty at guard? Or do the Steelers have enough belief in internal options like Gennings Dunker, Spencer Anderson and Brock Hoffman? Where does Ray feel contract extension talks stand with Joey Porter Jr.? And will we see a lack of depth moves this summer given the presence of a large rookie class that includes a lot of Day 3 NFL draft picks like Kaden Wetjen, Eli Heidenreich, Robert Spears-Jennings and Gabriel Rubio? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the JT Sports Podcast, JT counts down the 10 NFL players facing the most pressure heading into the season, including Kyler Murray, C.J. Stroud, Marvin Harrison Jr., Deshaun Watson, Jalen Ramsey, Chris Jones, Marlon Humphrey, Xavier Legette, Rashod Bateman, and Will Campbell, explaining why each player is at a career-defining crossroads. JT also breaks down why the Kansas City Chiefs are being counted out too early and why Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid, and an improved roster could humble the AFC West after one down season. Plus, JT explains why it's now or never for the Los Angeles Chargers with Mike McDaniel calling plays for Justin Herbert, gives his unfiltered thoughts on Marvin Harrison Jr.'s disappointing start to his NFL career, argues why Jeremiah Smith is already an NFL-caliber wide receiver despite still playing at Ohio State, and explains why the Dallas Cowboys have a legitimate path to making a deep playoff run if their defense simply becomes average. All that and more on this episode of the JT Sports Podcast.

Ed Troup and Brian Batko discuss the NFL's recent top cornerback rankings and make the case that Joey Porter Jr. was overlooked outside the top 10. They also preview some of the biggest position battles heading into Steelers training camp, including backup quarterback, WR3 and WR4, and how Jalen Ramsey fits into the team's revamped secondary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired Steelers Linebacker, Arthur Moats, is joined by Dr. TaNeisha from  @ReallyFlawed  ​⁠​⁠& the Emmy Award Winning Producer in Raleigh, NC, Mark Bergin, to discuss Jalen Ramsey being named to the NFL's Top 100 players list, the FIFA World Cup plus more!

July 2 – Ep. 106: For today's episode, Joe Clark and Ross McCorkle dive into a review on evaluating the one-year anniversary of Omar Khan's blockbuster trade involving Minkah Fitzpatrick, Jalen Ramsey, and Jonnu Smith. Next, we discuss review the Steelers' secondary, how deep and talented it appears to be, and whether or not Pittsburgh could deal a defensive back before or during the season. For the last topic, we talk about Darnell Washington's new look and what it means for the tight end room moving forward. We wrap up the show with a listener question about Brendan Sorsby. Thank you for joining us for this 41-minute episode, and we hope to see your thoughts in the comment section. Call the hotline at (412) 254-3145 and leave us a question for a chance to have it answered in a future episode. You can also text the line if you don't wish to have your voice on the show! Follow us on Twitter: Ross: @Ross_McCorkle Joe: @jclark1233 ⁠Steelersdepot.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was just over one year ago when the Pittsburgh Steelers and Miami Dolphins did business in a blockbuster trade that shipped Minkah Fitzpatrick to Miami and Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith to Pittsburgh. After a year, who won the trade? That question isn't easy to answer... That's the topic on this Wednesday "Let's Ride" podcast with host Jeff Hartman, as well as a training camp to-do list, potential Hall of Honor nominees and the mailbag segment. This podcast is a part of the Steel Curtain Network, a proud member of the Fans First Sports Network. Check out Meinelschmidt Distillery at meineldistillery.com and use the code SCNJUN to save 10% at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, the Post-Gazette's Adam Bittner and Christopher Carter discuss colleague Gerry Dulac's reporting on the Steelers' contract negotiations with Joey Porter Jr. Is there a chance the two sides won't reach an agreement on an extension before the season? How much is Porter Jr. realistically worth compared to other top corners like Patrick Surtain II, Derek Stingley Jr., Trent McDuffie and Sauce Gardner? And do the Steelers need him in their secondary with veterans like Jamel Dean and Jalen Ramsey aging and young players like Daylen Everette still finding their way? Our duo tackles those questions. Then later, Chris details his research on how realistic Mike McCarthy's goal of 55 touches per game can be for skill players including DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr. and Jaylen Warren. And he explains how he feels Robert Spears-Jennings fits into Patrick Graham's defense following his most recent film study on the PG website. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Pittsburgh Steelers defense is loaded with talent, but there might be one player who is the most important to the team's schemes under Patrick Graham. No, it isn't T.J. Watt, but defensive back Jalen Ramsey. All that, and more, on the latest Steelers Chalk Talk podcast with host Coach Kevin Smith. This podcast is a part of the Steel Curtain Network, a proud member of the Fans First Sports Network. Check out Meinelschmidt Distillery at meineldistillery.com and use the code SCNJUN to save 10% at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, the Post-Gazette's Christopher Carter and Noah Hiles ponder reasonable expectations for the Steelers' defense as it enters the 2026 season as the NFL's most expensive yet again. Are fans entitled to expect elite results from T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey, Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig as they lead the unit on lucrative contracts? Or is it more complicated than that as new DC Patrick Graham takes the reins from departed coaches Mike Tomlin and Teryl Austin on coach Mike McCarthy's first-year staff? Our duo tackles those question, then wonders whether QB Aaron Rodgers will continue to rely on short passes like he did in 2025. Or look to push the ball downfield more to an improved pass catching group that includes names like Germie Bernard, Michael Pittman Jr., DK Metcalf, Rico Dowdle, Jaylen Warren, Darnell Washington and Pat Freiermuth. 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, the Post-Gazette's Adam Bittner and Christopher Carter discuss DK Metcalf's upside within the Steelers' offensive in 2026. How much will the star WR benefit from the return of Aaron Rodgers at QB and the arrival of offensively focused head coach Mike McCarthy? Will defenses be able to focus on him less than they did in 2025 because of Michael Pittman Jr. and Germie Bernard joining the receivers room? And what are reasonable totals to expect from him alongside other receiving threats including Pat Freiermuth, Darnell Washington, Roman Wilson, Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders new DC Patrick Graham's plans for the safety group. How will he mimic the choices coach Mike Tomlin and DC Teryl Austin made last season? And how could he differ in how he uses names like Jalen Ramsey, Jaquan Brisker, DeShon Elliott and Darnell Savage? 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 Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to analyze the team's moves with its 2023 NFL draft class. Are new deals for LB Nick Herbig and TE Darnell Washington a sign of how much GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy believe in that group over the long run? Will Joey Porter Jr. and Keeanu Benton also get new deals this summer? And if so, will those players form the team's new core of stars, replacing the old guard led by Aaron Rodgers, T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey and DK Metcalf? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders the defense's future. How long will it remain the highest paid unit on that side of the ball in the NFL? Will the spending outlast the tenures of names like Ramsey, Watt and Heyward in Pittsburgh? Or will spending start flowing more to the offensive side of the ball and names like Troy Fautanu, Mason McCormick, Zach Frazier, Jaylen Warren and others who could be up for new contracts in the next couple of years? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac and Christopher Carter report from Steelers OTAs at the team's South Side facility. The explain how younger players including Drew Allar, Will Howard and others are getting more work this week with older veterans now off until training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. Were Allar and Howard able to make the most of their reps with Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph absent? Does Howard need to unseat Rudolph as Rodgers' primary backup to make the roster? Will GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy get enough value out of Darnell Washington following his extension last week to play alongside Pat Freiermuth for the long term? Is new DC Patrick Graham signaling intent to play more nickel defense with names like Jalen Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr., Jamel Dean, Jaquan Brisker and DeShon Elliott in the secondary? And what's the timeline for an extension for Porter Jr.? 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.

NFL Legends James "Deebo" Harrison and Joe Haden react to Pittsburgh Steelers DC Patrick Graham being impressed with the team's defense in OTAs, Jalen Ramsey being compared to Charles Woodson, the likelihood Aaron Donald unretires to rejoin the Los Angeles Rams, and much more! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code DEEBOJOE to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/DEEBOJOE Timeline:00:00 - Intro07:28 - NBA Finals Game 3 Predictions20:38 - Steelers defense taking shape26:56 - Jalen Ramsey compared to Charles Woodson31:59 - Aaron Donald unretiring? (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Club #NightcapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from the first day of the team's mandatory minicamp at its South Side facility. Why was rookie CB Daylen Everette a frequent target for QB Aaron Rodgers and WR DK Metcalf in drills? And how did he perform? Was it a surprise that no players held out or held in amid contract negotiations with names like Joey Porter Jr., Darnell Washington and Nick Herbig? And what did we learn about new DC Patrick Graham's plans for the season with names like Jalen Ramsey, T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and others on the field for practice for the first time this offseason? 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.

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 first day of the team's mandatory minicamp for 2026, and big questions like will Joey Porter Jr. and Nick Herbig report, will they practice if they report, and how will Jalen Ramsey fit into the defense will be answered this week. Alan breaks it down: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers insider Nick Farabaugh of PennLive joined the show. The Steelers have now officially signed Darnell Savage after being rumored for weeks. The Steelers are hosting their first day of mandatory minicamp. Safety isn't deep and Savage can help by doing little things right. Jalen Ramsey is going to move around, but play a lot of slot corner. If the Steelers play three safeties, Payton Wilson or Patrick Queen could go off the field. Nick doesn't think DeShon Elliott's game will dip after suffering a serious injury.

Hour 1 with Donny Football: The Pirates offense is better than anyone could have expected. The Pirates are statistically a top five offense. Steelers insider Nick Farabaugh of PennLive joined the show. The Steelers have now officially signed Darnell Savage after being rumored for weeks. Jalen Ramsey is going to move around, but play a lot of slot corner. Nick doesn't think DeShon Elliott's game will dip after suffering a serious injury. Nick thinks Jamel Dean is going to be a good tackler and has been good in coverage.

On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to preview some of the top storylines for the team's minicamp this week. Does Roman Wilson hold the key to the success of the wide receivers group this year? Can he help the group be dominant alongside DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr. and Germie Bernard? Or will he hold the offense back by struggling to find a consistent connection with QB Aaron Rodgers within coach Mike McCarthy's offense like he did last season? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders which players may hold in and not practice with the team this week. Will names like Nick Herbig, Joey Porter Jr., Jaylen Warren and Jalen Ramsey finally make appearances? Or could they be looking for something contractually ahead of training camp next month? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From rookie minicamp to the first few days of OTAs, Ray thinks Germie Bernard has really stood out. Ray thinks Bernard is a very solid receiver and a different type of receiver they needed. Kaleb Johnson is not at risk of being cut and the Steelers will give him every right to try and prove himself. Eli Heidenreich is learning to play running back and wide receiver in the NFL. Jalen Ramsey is going to play slot, play safety, and a roaming defender.

Hour 2 with Donny Football: From rookie minicamp to the first few days of OTAs, Ray thinks Germie Bernard has really stood out. Jalen Ramsey is going to play slot, play safety, and bounce around the defense as a roaming defender in the Steelers defense. Donny and Austin reflect on how quickly time passes.

Hour 3 opens with discussion around reports questioning De'Von Achane's weight as he prepares to speak to the media, with Joe Rose dismissing the concern while also noting similar chatter around Dolphins first-round pick Kenneth Grant. The conversation then shifts to Miami Heat basketball as Ira Winderman joins to break down the Jimmy Butler era, calling him a “diva” at times while still acknowledging his superstar impact, and detailing how Miami could realistically assemble a package for Giannis Antetokounmpo that would likely include multiple prospects and the 13th pick. Winderman also discusses alternative star targets like Ja Morant and Kawhi Leonard, the development of Nikola Jovic and Kel'el Ware, and the stability of the Riley–Spoelstra relationship. The hour closes with NBA Playoffs talk and a broader discussion on some of the ugliest breakups in Miami sports history, including Jimmy Butler, Richie Incognito, Jalen Ramsey, and others.

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss what Alan learned when speaking to a lot of the coaches for the first time. What did Domato Peko have to say about being on the other side of the Steelers-Bengals rivalry? What did Tom Arth have to say about Will Howard? How excited are Joe Whitt Jr. and Jason Simmons to work with Joey Porter Jr. and Jalen Ramsey? What did Adam Henry have to say about Aaron Rodgers' role in coaching WRs? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, the Post-Gazette's Christopher Carter welcomes sports columnist Noah Hiles to break down some hot topics from the week's OTAs. Can new defensive coordinator Patrick Graham fix the communication issues that have plagued the unit and annoyed fans? Or is that more of a problem with the players? How can Graham get the most out of veteran stars like T.J. Watt, Patrick Queen, Jalen Ramsey and Cam Heyward? What about his experience makes him the man for the job? What's the latest on the quarterback situation? How does Aaron Rodgers' official return affect Mason Rudolph, Will Howard and Drew Allar? Could they keep all four? Or is this a precursor to a Howard trade? 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 the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to comments by new OC Brian Angelichio and DC Patrick Graham during the team's OTAs. Is Angelichio correct to focus on versatility for his receivers including Germie Bernard, DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson? And offensive linemen including Max Iheanachor, Mason McCormick, Gennings Dunker, Troy Fautanu and Broderick Jones? And what can that versatility possibly add for new coach Mike McCarthy's offense? And on defense, can Patrick Graham clean up the communication issues that have plagued the unit at times under coach Mike Tomlin? And if so, how effective can Cam Heyward, T.J. Watt, Joey Porter Jr., Jalen Ramsey, Jamel Dean and the rest of the group be? 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 Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to ponder Aaron Rodgers' official return to the team this weekend. What does it mean that he'll be back in time for OTAs this week, the first under new coach Mike McCarthy? And how will that benefit the team's young QBs WIll Howard and Drew Allar as they look to grow behind Rodgers on the depth chart? Our duo tackles those questions, then considers offensive line alignment for names like Gennings Dunker, Max Iheanachor, Troy Fautanu, Broderick Jones, Mason McCormick and Zach Frazier as they look to build cohesion to block for Rodgers and the backfield of Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren. Then the guys wrap the show by analyzing what could be in store for T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr. and the defense this week as new DC Patrick Graham begins to implement his system. 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, the Post-Gazette's Adam Bittner and Christopher Carter preview OTAs for the team, which begin next week at its South Side facility for the first time under new coach Mike McCarthy. What will the QB dynamic be with Will Howard and Mason Rudolph joining Drew Allar after his time in the spotlight for rookie minicamp? Especially with the Aaron Rodgers situation looming in the background? What will we see from new receivers Michael Pittman Jr. and Germie Bernard as they start to work with DK Metcalf and Roman Wilson? How will the offensive line sort itself out with Gennings Dunker, Max Iheanachor, Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu, Mason McCormick, Dylan Cook and Spencer Anderson all looking to solidify roles next to Zach Frazier? And what does new DC Patrick Graham have in store for the secondary? Specifically safeties Jalen Ramsey and Jaquan Brisker? Our duo tackles those questions, then reacts to the Steelers' 2026 schedule that was released Friday and the inclusion of four night games and a Black Friday matchup to go with the previously announced trip to Paris to face the New Orleans Saints. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.