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Post-Gazette insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo give their Steelers practice report from the team's UPMC Rooney Sports Complex ahead of an NFL Week 2 matchup with the Seattle Seahawks at Acrisure Stadium. Why do DC Teryl Austin and captain Cam Heyward seem optimistic about fixing the run defense issues that crept up against Justin Fields, Breece Hall and the New York Jets in Week 1? Can the issues be fixed without first-round NFL draft pick Derrick Harmon? And could we see more of Day 3 pick Yahya Black in the defense's next outing? The guys ponder those questions and how OC Arthur Smith can get the running game on track. From better blocking from Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu and the offensive line. To Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell and Kaleb Johnson alongside Aaron Rodgers in the backfield.
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 rookie running back Kaleb Johnson, who played just two offensive snaps in the season opener against the New York Jets. Johnson has been listed behind Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell on the Pittsburgh depth chart since he arrived as a third-round pick out of Iowa this April, but most assumed that he would eventually become at least the team's second running back into the rotation behind Warren. Why hasn't that happened yet, and will it eventually this season? Alan breaks it down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Use code SCOREMORE10 at checkout for 10% OFF any subscription. Dominate your league. Win more bets. Level up your game On Fantasy Football Daily, Theo Gremminger and Jim Coventry break down the Week 2 waiver wire and spotlight the players you can't afford to miss. Is Hollywood Brown the short-term WR answer after seeing 16 targets and heavy slot usage? The discussion expands to other wideouts like Quentin Johnston, Kayshon Boutte, Malik Washington, Calvin Austin, Tyquan Thornton, Isaac Teslaa, Wan'Dale Robinson, and breakout rookie Elic Ayomanor (25% target share, 80% routes run). At quarterback, Daniel Jones is compared to a modern Sam Darnold, while Michael Penix and Jaxson Dart emerge as intriguing stashes. The running back pool offers plenty of upside with DJ Giddens, Jaydon Blue, Kenneth Gainwell, Keaton Mitchell, and Will Shipley all drawing attention. Tight end adds round out the show, with Juwan Johnson, Harold Fannin Jr., Brenton Strange, and Michael Mayer on the radar. From actionable sleepers to roster-saving pickups, this episode delivers sharp analysis and context so you can dominate your fantasy football league heading into Week 2. Where to find us: http://twitter.com/TheOGFantasy http://twitter.com/JimCoventryNFL Join the Discord here: https://www.fantasypoints.com/media/discord#/ Subscribe to Fantasy Points for FREE: https://www.fantasypoints.com/plans#/ Podcast Transcription Here: https://podsqueeze.com/embedded/transcript/SxxBTzdw9e9b9SrB69Dh4q Fantasy Points Website - https://www.fantasypoints.com NEW! Data Suite - https://data.fantasypoints.com Twitter - https://twitter.com/FantasyPts Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FantasyPts Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/FantasyPts TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fantasypts #FantasyFootball #2025Rankings #FantasyFootballAdvice #NFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Live around 5 p.m. Eastern, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise analyzes the Steelers' offense following the NFL Week 1 victory against the New York Jets. How much potential does OC Arthur Smith's unit have after scoring 34 points in its debut? How high can new faces like Aaron Rodgers, Jonnu Smith and DK Metcalf lift the group's ceiling? Can Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu and the offensive line get on the same player as the skill position players? And what are reasonable expectations for the running game led by Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell and Kaleb Johnson? Paul tackles those questions, plus the reported signing of safety Jabril Peppers amid an injury to safety DeShon Elliott. (46) Post-Gazette Sports (@PGSportsNow) / X
Thoughts on the Steelers' run game with Kenneth Gainwell from Joe and Mark. Mark thought there was something the Steelers liked against the Jets. They think they will revert to the status quo with Jaylen Warren—comments on Kaleb Johnson and his play. The wrap-up talking about the play of Patrick Queen and Peyton Wilson.
Looking for early waiver wire help in Week 2? Adam Aizer and Jamey Eisenberg break down the top fantasy football pickups to target before the rush. From upside wide receivers like Marquise Brown and Quentin Johnston, to potential QB adds like Aaron Rodgers, Michael Penix Jr., and Daniel Jones — FFT Express has you covered. They also dig into RB stashes like Trey Benson, Dylan Sampson, Kenneth Gainwell, and deep sleeper tight ends like Harold Fannin and Juwan Johnson. Plus, could Cedric Tillman be this year's breakout WR? Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:30 – Marquise Brown 1:00 – Quentin Johnston 2:15 – Aaron Rodgers, Michael Penix Jr., Daniel Jones 3:50 – Trey Benson, Dylan Sampson, Kenneth Gainwell 5:28 – Cedric Tillman 7:00 – Harold Fannin, Juwan Johnson Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a waiver wire win! Fantasy Football Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts Watch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/fantasyfootballtoday Shop our store: shop.cbssports.com/fantasy SUBSCRIBE to FFT Dynasty on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasy-football-today-dynasty/id1696679179 FOLLOW FFT Dynasty on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aHlmMJw1m8FareKybdNfG?si=8487e2f9611b4438&nd=1 SUBSCRIBE to FFT DFS on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasy-football-today-dfs/id1579415837 FOLLOW FFT DFS on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5zU7pBvGK3KPhfb69Q1hNr?si=1c5030a3b1a64be2 Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr Follow the brand new FFT TikTok account: https://www.tiktok.com/@fftoday To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A lot of Cleveland Browns to add this week, but did they crack the Top 3 overall priorities (3:30)? Make sure you're adding Marquise Brown, Keenan Allen, Quentin Johnston and Cedric Tillman. Also, Quinshon Judkins could be available in 10-team leagues! How much FAB are we spending on these guys (18:15)? ... News and notes (25:30) and then the Top 3 priorities at each position: QB (33:40), RB (36:15), WR (37:15), TE (39:15), DST (40:40) and K ... Options in shallow leagues (43:30) like Darnell Mooney, Kyle Pitts and Jaydon Blue plus deep league targets (46:40) including Kenneth Gainwell, Juju Smith Schuster and Kayshon Boutte. Then we recap Vikings-Bears (48:40), dust off the Dropometer (53:25) and get back into the waiver wire (55:35) at each position ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com Fantasy Football Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts Watch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/fantasyfootballtoday Shop our store: shop.cbssports.com/fantasy SUBSCRIBE to FFT Dynasty on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasy-football-today-dynasty/id1696679179 FOLLOW FFT Dynasty on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aHlmMJw1m8FareKybdNfG?si=8487e2f9611b4438&nd=1 SUBSCRIBE to FFT DFS on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasy-football-today-dfs/id1579415837 FOLLOW FFT DFS on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5zU7pBvGK3KPhfb69Q1hNr?si=1c5030a3b1a64be2 Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr Follow the brand new FFT TikTok account: https://www.tiktok.com/@fftoday To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Another national TV game, another insane comeback, another head-scratcher of a fantasy football result. We'll dig into the Monday night game, where the Vikings somehow overcame *all that* to win, and Caleb Williams didn't look particularly fixed. In addition, we'll review all the rest of the Week 1 game film that we didn't get to on Monday's show, plus we'll spin it forward and start thinking about Week 2 with a very important waiver wire! Guest: Jake Ciely of The Athletic. NOTES: Sponsor - www.drinkAG1.com/harris for a daily nutritional supplement that promotes better nutrition and gut health Sponsor - www.HungryRoot.com/harris for 40% off your first delivery (and free veggies for life) of healthy groceries and recipes that fit your family's lifestyle Sponsor - www.BetterHelp.com/harris for 10% off your first month of online therapy where you're matched with a psychotherapist who can help Follow Jake Ciely - https://bsky.app/profile/allinkid.bsky.social Follow our show on Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/harrisfootball.com Follow on Twitter - @HarrisFootball Become a patron - www.patreon.com/harrisfootball Become a Person of the Book - https://www.amazon.com/Christopher-Harris/e/B007V3P4KK Watch the YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/harrisfootball Harris Football Yacht Club Dictionary - https://harrisfootball.github.io/dictionary.html Join the Harris Football Subreddit - www.reddit.com/r/HarrisFootball Subscribe To the Yacht Club Premium Podcast - https://harrisfootball.supportingcast.fm/ Play in our Week 2 DraftKings Contest - https://www.draftkings.com/draft/contest/181828066 Week 1 Game Film Discussed Today: MIN/CHI TEN/DEN CIN/CLE CAR/JAC ARI/NO MIA/IND Jake's Week 2 Waiver Adds: 5. Romeo Doubs (15%) 4. Kenneth Gainwell (1%) 3. Quentin Johnston (9%) 2. Cedric Tillman (28%) 1. Hollywood Brown (26%) Chris's Week 2 Waiver Adds: 5. LeQuint Allen (1%) 4. Juwan Johnson (3%) 3. Cedric Tillman (28%) 2. Quentin Johnston (9%) 1. Hollywood Brown (26%) (h.m. - Jaydon Blue (32%); Kenneth Gainwell (1%); Romeo Doubs (15%); Harold Fannin (3%)) Streaming D: Rams (@TEN); Cowboys (NYG)
(4:55) – WR Waiver Wire: Hollywood Brown, Cedric Tillman, Keenan Allen, Quentin Johnston, Kayshon Boutte, Josh Palmer, Wan'Dale Robinson, Calvin Austin, Elic Ayomanor, Ray-Ray McCloud, Tory Horton, Malik Washington(23:20) – RB Waiver Wire: Dylan Sampson, Trey Benson, Kareem Hunt, Kenneth Gainwell(34:45) – TE Waiver Wire: Harold Fannin, Brenton Strange, Jonnu Smith, Juwan Johnson, Michael Mayer(39:00) – QB Waiver Wire: Daniel Jones, Michael Penix Jr., Geno Smith, Jaxson Dart(44:40) – Vikings at Bears Reaction: J.J. McCarthy rallies past Caleb Williams, Justin Jefferson concerns, Aaron Jones vs Jordan Mason splits, Bears receiver trends(51:15) – Last Call: Early-week bets for Seahawks-Steelers, Falcons-Vikings, Eagles-Chiefs in Week 2
On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to analyze the Steelers' outlook after the NFL Week 1 victory against the New York Jets. Should Aaron Rodgers' performance cause us to adjust expectations for coach Mike Tomlin's team? How much of the production from receivers like DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III and Jonnu Smith is sustainable in future weeks? Why did Broderick Jones struggle so much at OT and how will OC Arthur Smith respond if those struggles continue? Should we be surprised at the distribution of carries between Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell? And how could injuries to Joey Porter Jr. and DeShon Elliott impact the Week 2 game against Seattle? Our duo tackles those questions and more.
Join Joe Pisapia, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Derek Brown as they highlight the smartest adds you can make off the waiver wire ahead of Week 2 of the NFL season! Joe, Pat, and D-Bro highlight the top running back and wide receiver adds, make FAAB bid recommendations, debate some potential drops, and highlight the top streaming targets for Week 2! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Trophy Smack Giveaway - 0:00:55 Waiver Wire Add of the Week: Hollywood Brown - 0:02:19 Top RB Adds - 0:07:55 Dylan Sampson - 0:08:12 Trey Benson - 0:13:11 Kyle Monangai and Kenneth Gainwell - 0:13:49 Drop Kaleb Johnson? - 0:17:22 Hard Rock Bets - 0:18:06 Top WR Adds - 0:19:38 Cedric Tillman - 0:19:43 Quentin Johnston - 0:23:18 Romeo Doubs, Calvin Austin, and Elic Ayomanor - 0:30:21 Drop Tre Harris and Cooper Kupp? - 0:33:21 Draft Battle - 0:35:56 Top Streamers - 0:36:46 My Playbook - 0:42:12 Top Overall Waiver Wire Adds - 0:42:34 Outro - 0:44:43 Helpful Links:Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) My Playbook - Sync your league instantly to My Playbook to get custom advice on how to manage your team throughout the season. See your league’s top available players, power rankings, and more for free! Check the “Are They Playing” tool each week to get the latest game-day availability odds for all injured players. If you’re premium – you unlock all kinds of helpful waiver, trade, lineup and league analysis tools. You can even auto-start your team’s optimal lineup each week with Auto-Pilot. Sync your league and dominate every week of the season with My Playbook at fantasypros.com/myplaybook or on the FantasyPros App Follow us on Twitch - The team here at FantasyPros is taking questions all week, every week on Twitch. Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! Discord – Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat Leave a Review – If you enjoy our show and find our insight to be valuable, we’d love to hear from you! Your reviews fuel our passion and help us tailor content specifically for YOU. Head to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts and leave an honest review. Let’s make this show the ultimate destination for fantasy football enthusiasts like us. Thank you for watching and for showing your support – https://fantasypros.com/review/ BettingPros Podcast – For advice on the best picks and props across both the NFL and college football each and every week, check out the BettingPros Podcast at bettingpros.com/podcast, our BettingPros YouTube channel at youtube.com/bettingpros, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Draft Battle - Stay in the game all season long with Draft Battle! You can enter snake draft contests every week all season long! Use promo code fantasypros or visit draftbattle.com and receive $20 in bonus cash towards your first contest!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kick off the week with Dynasty Nerds' risers and fallers episode, where we react to the biggest value shifts from Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season in Week 1. We highlight Javonte Williams' explosive debut with the Cowboys, which boosts his appeal for contenders. Additionally, we discuss Daniel Jones' efficient takeover with the Colts, positioning him as a sneaky QB2 buy, and Emeka Egbuka's immediate impact with the Buccaneers, scoring twice and indicating a potential WR1 trajectory.On the other side, we analyze Tua Tagovailoa's disappointing performance with the Dolphins, raising concerns about a possible blowup. We also look at Kenneth Walker's challenges with a timeshare alongside Zach Charbonnet in Seattle, and Kaleb Johnson's benching with the Steelers amid the emergence of Kenneth Gainwell and Jaylen Warren. Hosts Rich, Garret, and Jagger explore buy-low opportunities, like the potential value of post-hype Javonte Williams, concerns about panic selling Tua amid issues with Mike McDaniel, and Charbonnet's growing role in the ground-and-pound game. We also mention other players worth noting, such as Quentin Johnston's quiet rise, Dylan Sampson's PPR upside, and Isaiah Pacheco's split role with the Chiefs, which is affecting his value. Additionally, we provide injury updates on Xavier Worthy, George Kittle, Drake London, Evan Engram, Brock Bowers, and Jauan Jennings, while keeping an eye on backups like Jalen Royals, Ricky Pearsall, and RJ Harvey. Tune in for insights on trade targets, rebuilding strategies, and adjustments for contenders to capitalize on the early-season chaos. Fantasy Roster Rescue: Get your Roster Rescued! FFPC: Use promo code “NERDS” to receive $25 off any dynasty entry or dynasty orphan Sign Up Here!FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! Keywords: dynasty fantasy football winners and losers, nfl week 1, Javonte Williams, Daniel Jones, Emeka Egbuka, Tua Tagovailoa, Kenneth Walker, Zach Charbonnet, Kaleb Johnson, Quentin Johnston, Dylan Sampson, Isaiah Pacheco, Kareem Hunt 00:00:00 Start 00:05:13 Risers 00:06:19 Riser: Javonte Williams 00:15:53 Riser: Daniel Jones 00:27:27 Riser: Emeka Egbuka 00:36:02 Fallers 00:37:08 FastDraft 00:38:10 Faller: Tua Tagovailoa 00:43:29 Roster Rescue 00:44:01 Faller: Kenneth Walker 00:52:47 Faller: Kaleb Johnson 01:00:08 Injuries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the Monday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo analyze the NFL Week 1 victory against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Why was QB Aaron Rodgers able to have so much success in his Steelers' debut? Despite an offensive line that struggled to protect him, with Broderick Jones as the clearest weak link. And despite the lack of a running game led by Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell in the backfield. And how much credit does OC Arthur Smith deserve for opening up the passing game such that DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Jonnu Smith, Pat Freiermuth and Ben Skowronek all were able to get noteworthy touches? Our duo tackles those questions, plus the struggles on the defensive side on the ball. What wasn't working against Justin Fields, Breece Hall and the Jets' running game? How bad was the defensive line, in particular, with Cam Heyward, Keeanu Benton and Yahya Black struggling in the absence of first-round pick Derrick Harmon? How much responsibility do linebackers Patrick Queen and Payton Wilson share? And how will coach Mike Tomlin and DC Teryl Austin attempt to fix it?
(2:45) – RB Waiver Wire: Jerome Ford, Dylan Sampson, Trey Benson, Ollie Gordon, Jaydon Blue, Najee Harris, Kenneth Gainwell(13:30) – WR Waiver Wire: Hollywood Brown, Keenan Allen, Adam Thielen, Cedric Tillman, Marvin Mims Jr., Christian Kirk, Wan'Dale Robinson(23:15) – TE Waiver Wire: Cade Otton, Brenton Strange, Jonnu Smith, Theo Johnson, Chig Okonkwo(30:10) – QB Waiver Wire: Bryce Young, Michael Penix Jr., Daniel Jones, Tua Tagovailoa, Joe Flacco(37:50) – League of Assholes Draft Recap: Analyzing Matthew, Jay, and Connor's teams + favorite squads in the league(51:20) – Last Call: Favorite MVP bets
On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to the team's new three-year contract with RB Jaylen Warren. Were coach Mike Tomlin and GM Omar Khan right to lock the veteran up through 2027? Especially on the heels of the third-round selection of Kaleb Johnson in the NFL draft? And how does this heighten expectations for Warren within OC Arthur Smith's offense next to backfield mates like Kenneth Gainwell? Our duo ponders those questions, then wonders whether Aaron Rodgers or Justin Fields have more to prove when the Steelers face the New York Jets in NFL Week 1 on Sunday; how close DC Teryl Austin's defense can come to the "historic" label coach Mike Tomlin gave it in the preseason; and which NFL draft QB hopefuls and possible Steelers draft picks -- from Drew Allar to Arch Manning, Cade Klubnik and Garrett Nussmeier -- impressed during a busy first week of action.
The Fan's Jeff Hathhorn joins! The guys discuss the Jaylen Warren deal, what his playing time looks like with Kaleb Johnson and Kenneth Gainwell also in the backfield, and if Warren's deal has any affect on the chances of Cam Heyward and Chris Boswell getting deals done.
-Another aspect Jack loves about Jaylen Warren's deal is that there would be almost no penalty for the team, should Warren severely underperform or get hurt. Another aspect on top of that, is Warren's fantastic pass protection. -The Fan's Jeff Hathhorn joins! The guys discuss the Jaylen Warren deal, what his playing time looks like with Kaleb Johnson and Kenneth Gainwell also in the backfield, and if Warren's deal has any affect on the chances of Cam Heyward and Chris Boswell getting deals done. -More general thoughts on the Jaylen Warren deal.
(2:40) – Notable Preseason Storylines we're buying: Jacory Crosky-Merritt will be the best RB option with Commanders, Matthew Golden will emerge of the Packers WR1, Tyler Warren will be the Colts top pass-catcher, Emeka Egbuka is the most pro-ready rookie WR(23:00) – 10 Unsexy Players who will help you win: James Conner, Mike Evans, Tony Pollard, Dak Prescott, Courtland Sutton, Calvin Ridley, Alvin Kamara, D'Andre Swift, Evan Engram, Jonnu Smith(30:40) – 10 “Chicken” Players: Breece Hall, Puka Nacua, Kenneth Walker III, Saquon Barkley, Brock Bowers, Kaleb Johnson, Jerry Jeudy, James Cook, DK Metcalf, RJ Harvey(44:20) – 10 Favorite late-round RB targets: Zach Charbonnet, Bhayshul Tuten, Braelon Allen, Jaydon Blue, Ollie Gordon, Kyle Monangai, Sean Tucker, Will Shipley, Keaton Mitchell, Kenneth Gainwell(46:30) – 10 Favorite late-round pass catchers: Josh Downs, Rashid Shaheed, Chris Godwin, Marvin Mims, Keenan Allen, Cedric Tillman, Jalen Coker, Brenton Strange, Mason Taylor, Theo Johnson,(50:35) – Last Call: NFC West Champion best bets
On his weekly Chipped Ham & Football podcast, Post-Gazette insider Brian Batko welcomes KDKA-TV sports reporter Rich Walsh to react to the Steelers' final roster cuts down to their 53-man roster for NFL Week 1. Is it bad news for Mason Rudolph that Skylar Thompson earned the No. 3 job over Will Howard? Could he challenge Rudolph for the No. 2 role behind Aaron Rodgers? Was the release of RB Trey Sermon a good sign for rookie Kaleb Johnson as he looks to find his way in a backfield with Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell? And who were the biggest surprise cuts from coach Mike Tomlin and GM Omar Khan? Does the list include Robert Woods, Chuck Clark or James Pierre? Our duo tackles those questions and more.
Joe Mixon is going to miss the beginning of the season and this opens the door for veteran Nick Chubb. Can he rebound from some injury plagued seasons the past couple seasons or will the Texans need to rely on rookie Woody Marks instead? Also, the Pittsburgh Steelers have revamped their backfield, which includes rookie Kaleb Johnson. Does holdover Jaylen Warren and new addition Kenneth Gainwell hold more value as NFL veteran or will the hotshot rookie overtake this Steelers backfield?Check out our latest episode diving into fantasy running backs and how you can address the position in your upcoming fantasy drafts! Want to discuss the episode or anything else football? Hit us up on Twitter: @amardesai23,@taddesai94, and @thedesaiguys. Also, check out our IG profile at @thedesaiguys.
In this clip from the Monday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo project the team's 53-man roster for the offensive side of the ball. -How will coach Mike Tomlin and GM Omar Khan sort out the logjam at QB? Will Skylar Thompson win the No. 3 job behind Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph, sending Will Howard to injured reserve? -Why does Trey Sermon have a chance to make the team at running back behind Jaylen Warren, Kaleb Johnson and Kenneth Gainwell? -Is Scotty Miller a lock to be WR4 behind DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III & Roman Wilson? What other wideouts will make the roster? -Will Connor Heyward make the team as a fourth tight end alongside Jonnu Smith, Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington? -Which offensive linemen will join starters including Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu and Zach Frazier?
In this clip from the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Brian Batko react to the highs and lows of the NFL preseason finale against the Carolina Panthers. How much should fans worry about Derrick Harmon after his injury? How Cam Heyward, Keeanu Benton and the defensive line group function without him if he's forced to miss time? Could Daniel Ekuale play a more prominent role than expected? And what is Yahya Black's upside if he draws and increased workload? They also weigh in on Kaleb Johnson's efforts this preseason and how he fits into the backfield with names like Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell moving forward.
(00:01) - Start of show (01:50) – Biggest ADP Risers: TreVeyon Henderson, Tyrone Tracy, Jaylen Waddle (18:26) – Biggest ADP Risers Continued: Emeka Egbuka, Matthew Golden + Deep League Risers (24:05) – Biggest ADP Fallers: Joe Mixon, Najee Harris, Chris Godwin (31:41) – Biggest ADP Fallers Continued: Brandon Aiyuk, Terry McLaurin + Deep League Fallers (41:42) – Preseason Week 2 Utilization Reports: Ladd McConkey, Ricky Pearsall, Jaxon Smith-Njigba + Cooper Kupp (46:24) – Utilization Reports Continued: Rico Dowdle, Kenneth Gainwell, Gunnar Helm (50:43) – Last Call: Best bets for most regular season rushing touchdowns (52:02) - End of show
Live at 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the Steelers running game's performance in the first two preseason games against the Jacksonville Jaguars and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. What should we make of Kaleb Johnson's mixed results over the past couple of weeks as he looks to assert himself in the backfield next to names like Kenneth Gainwell and Jaylen Warren? Are offensive linemen including Broderick Jones, Zach Frazier, Mason McCormick and Troy Fautanu showing enough progress in Arthur Smith's offense for the running game to work consistently? And how might Aaron Rodgers under center change things compared to backups Mason Rudolph and Skylar Thompson? Paul tackles those questions and also weighs in on the Pirates' weekend series loss against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.
In this clip from the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo analyze which Steelers have seen their stock drop the most during the NFL preseason. Has Cory Trice Jr. run out of time to prove he can stay healthy and earn a cornerback spot behind Jalen Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr. and Darius Slay Jr.? Is Will Howard in danger of landing on IR or even losing his roster spot amid strong outings by Skylar Thompson in the competition to back up Mason Rudolph and Aaron Rodgers? Why hasn't Robert Woods been able to hold off names like Scotty Miller and Roman Wilson in the receivers battle behind DK Metcalf and Calvin Austin III? Is DeMarvin Leal officially a bust on the defensive line? And why has the running game been so week? Do offensive linemen including Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu and Zach Frazier deserve the blame? Or are RBs like Kenneth Gainwell and Kaleb Johnson showing shortcomings as well? Our duo tackles those questions and more.
Post-Gazette insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo recap the Steelers' joint practice with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Acrisure Stadium. The explain how key matchups including Jalen Ramsey vs. Mike Evans and Zach Frazier vs. Vita Vea provided the big highlights for the day; why this practice may be the most work Aaron Rodgers gets against another team in the NFL preseason; Kaleb Johnson's need to improve in pass protection if he hopes to challenge for playing time in the backfield with Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell; Baker Mayfield's stern test for DBs including Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr. and Darius Slay Jr.; and the continued excellence of defensive rookies Derrick Harmon and Yahya Black.
Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise gives his thoughts on the Steelers preseason opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars this weekend live around 5 p.m. Eastern. Will Broderick Jones prove he's ready for left tackle duties, as the the young offensive line that also includes Zach Frazier, Mason McCormick & Troy Fautanu seeks to find its way? How will Kaleb Johnson run the ball as he jockeys for playing time in a backfield that also includes Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell? And how will Derrick Harmon perform in his first extended action as a starter among veterans like Cam Heyward and Keeanu Benton? Paul tackles those questions and the Pirates' series against the San Francisco Giants at PNC Park.
Mason Rudolph says that Aaron Rodgers has forgotten more football than most people will ever know. Rudolph has gone from talking himself up to now talking Aaron Rodgers up. Mullsy mentions that Mason was probably humbled a little bit by his time in Tennessee. Jeff Hathhorn sat down with Arthur Smith to talk about the Steelers' offense. Arthur Smith calls the Steelers' offensive additions this season “awesome”. He also says that the whole offense is going to have to adjust to any new quarterback that the Steelers would have, it's not just an Aaron Rodgers thing. Smith says that he's been really impressed with Kenneth Gainwell. He also calls the receiving room a “great group of guys”. Donny Football Debrief. The CFB Coaches' Poll has dropped. Fans get a 1 vs 2 matchup right off the bat with Texas vs Ohio State. Buffalo received a vote and Florida State, who won 2 games last year, received votes. The guys discuss a potential segment on college quarterbacks that could be future Steelers. Mullsy says that there's a reason Will Howard was available at pick 162.
Nick and John discuss the Steelers' training camp, highlighting Derrick Harmon's fast start and Broderick Jones' struggles. The conversation touches on the running back dynamics with Najee Harris gone, the excitement around rookie Caleb Johnson, and the roles of Jalen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell. There's also discussion about Will Howard exceeding expectations, Mason Rudolph being overlooked, and Aaron Rodgers' positive interactions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo recap the first week of Steelers training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. They explain why coach Mike Tomlin's defense has been looking solid. From veteran additions like Jalen Ramsey and Darius Slay Jr. To young players like Payton Wilson and first-round NFL draft pick Derrick Harmon. To returning stars like Cam Heyward and T.J. Watt. They also point out that Aaron Rodgers and the offense have been working out numerous issues, as the QB tries to get on the same page as playmakers like Jaylen Warren, DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Pat Freiermuth and Roman Wilson. Later, the guys look ahead to Week 2 of camp, which will include padded practices for the first time. Which matchups are they excited to see in backs-on-backer drills? Why is Tomlin excited to see Wilson and Kenneth Gainwell match up? Then in the third segment, Chris and Ray explain why Ramsey is the player who's most impressed them during Week 1.
Ray thinks the Steelers approach to moving Jalen Ramsey around on defense will change by the week, depending on matchups. The Steelers really like Kaleb Johnson and they have depth at running back with Kenneth Gainwell. Ray is keeping an eye on receiver and safety to add pieces, though not major contributors.
Hour 2 with Jason Mackey: Ray thinks the Steelers approach to moving Jalen Ramsey around on defense will change by the week, depending on matchups. DeMarvin Leal is possibly the next man up on the defensive line. The Steelers really like Kaleb Johnson and they have depth at running back with Kenneth Gainwell. Aaron Rodgers thinks the Steelers are one of 10-12 teams that can surprise and win the Super Bowl. Does Rodgers really believe this?
On his weekly Chipped Ham & Football podcast, Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko welcomes colleague Ray Fittipaldo for a position-by-position preview of training camp, which begins Wednesday at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. -How will things shape up at QB behind Aaron Rodgers, with Will Howard challenging Mason Rudolph for the backup role? -Is Jaylen Warren prepared to assume starter duties in the backfield, with Kaleb Johnson, Kenneth Gainwell and Trey Sermon also jockeying for time? -How solid will the receiving corps look behind DK Metcalf? Is Calvin Austin III primed for a breakout season? And how will Roman Wilson bounce back from missing 2024 because of injury? -What progress has the offensive line made, with young players like Zach Frazier, Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu and Mason McCormick returning with experience? -How will Derrick Harmon and Yahya Black handle their first training camp alongside names like Keeanu Benton and Cam Heyward? And can names like DeMarvin Leal hold onto their roster spots? -And what can we expect from the new-look secondary, with veterans Jalen Ramsey and Darius Slay Jr. joining Joey Porter Jr. and DeShon Elliott?
On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko to react to the revelation of the team's new throwback uniforms, inspired by its original look from 1933. Is it too loud like the infamous "bumblebee" uniforms of the last decade? Will we miss the block numbers from the 1970s that characterized the last few years of throwbacks? And what tweaks could they have made to the kit? Our duo tackles those questions, then talks training camp later this week at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. Why are Jack Sawyer, Kenneth Gainwell, Ben Sauls and Sebastian Castro among potential camp phenoms to watch? Will the offense led by Aaron Rodgers and DK Metcalf be the unif that's further along to start? Or will continuity on defense with T.J. Watt and Cam Heyward help that unit excel despite welcoming new faces including Darius Slay Jr. and Jalen Ramsey? And what can we expect from the backup QB battle between Mason Rudolph and Will Howard? Or the receiver battle of Calvin Austin III and Roman WIlson vs. potential free agent replacements? Then in the third segment, the guys give their reactions to Watt's contract extension, signed last week.
On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko to ponder which returning players are under the most pressure when training camp begins next week at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. They start with the offense. Is Broderick Jones under real pressure right now? Or does the lack of competition at tackle give him a longer runway to prove himself? How will Jaylen Warren cope with names including Kaleb Johnson, Kenneth Gainwell and Trey Sermon jockeying for carries in the backfield? Does Roman Wilson need to show he can be a contributor in the receiving corps next to DK Metcalf and Calvin Austin III? And are Cordarrelle Patterson and Connor Heyward fighting for their jobs? On defense, Is Beanie Bishop in trouble following the move for Jalen Ramsey? Have DeMarvin Leal and Isaiahh Loudermilk run out of time to prove they deserve rotational spots on the defensive line? Are Cole Holcomb and Mark Robinson fighting for one roster spot? And do Patrick Queen and Keeanu Benton need to do more to live up to lofty expectations? Our duo tackles those questions, plus the challenges facing coach Mike Tomlin and coordinators Arthur Smith and Teryl Austin.
On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko to discuss what's at stake for the team's rookies during training camp, which begins next week at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. What does first-round NFL draft pick Derrick Harmon need to do to solidify his status as a presumed defensive line starter next to Cam Heyward and Keeanu Benton? How much of him will we see in the preseason? And does he have a chance to fly under the radar a bit with big-name veterans including Aaron Rodgers, Jalen Ramsey, Jonnu Smith and DK Metcalf joining the team as well? Can Kaleb Johnson seize starter duties at running back? Or are committee duties with Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell the best he can hope for? Will Jack Sawyer be battling with Nick Herbig dor the No. 3 role behind Alex Highsmith and T.J. Watt at outside linebacker? And can Yahya Black prove he belongs in the defensive line rotation? Our duo tackles those questions, then discusses later-round draft picks including Will Howard, Carson Bruener and Sebastian Castro in the third segment.
Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani: Is the Steelers roster better than last year? The running back room is better with Kenneth Gainwell and Kaleb Johnson. We think the Steelers should have kept George Pickens a little longer to either trade him later for something or have him play with DK Metcalf. Patrick Queen needs to step up and make more splash plays.
The running back room is better with Kenneth Gainwell and Kaleb Johnson. Why is Cordarrelle still here? The offensive line is the key to the team. We think the Steelers should have kept George Pickens a little longer to either trade him later for something or have him play with DK Metcalf. They need to look to Washington in the red zone.
On his weekly Chipped Ham and Football podcast, Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko welcomes Iowa Hawkeyes football coach and Upper St. Clair native Kirk Ferentz to get some scouting reports on his former players who will wear a different black-and-gold uniform in 2025. What can Kaleb Johnson contribute to the backfield as a third-round pick in the NFL draft? Especially amid competition for carries with names like Jaylen Warren, Trey Sermon and Kenneth Gainwell? How can Yahya Black -- a fifth round pick -- complement names like Derrick Harmon, Cam Heyward and Keeanu Benton on the defensive line? Can undrafted Sebastian Castro make the team at safety next to names like Minkah Fitzpatrick, DeShon Elliott and Juan Thornhill? And what can we expect from 2024 draft pick Logan Lee, another Iowa product who lost much of his rookie season to injury? Our duo tackles those questions and more.
June 17 – Ep. 60: On this episode of The Depot Dive, Ross McCorkle and Alex Kozora kick things off with a discussion on DeShon Elliott's extension and what it means for the secondary and the defense overall. Next, we discuss some of the positive reports about the running back room coming out of spring practices. How will the division of labor be divided between Jaylen Warren and Kaleb Johnson? And how does Kenneth Gainwell fit into that equation? For the third topic, we discuss Arthur Smith's "wishbone" comments and what that might mean for the direction of the offense overall. Will Aaron Rodgers' history or Smith's history hold more weight? We also discuss what that might mean for Roman Wilson's role with everything else going on with the offense. To wrap things up, we answer a listener question about Zach Frazier's potential after a great rookie season. Thank you for joining us for this 32-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 X: Ross: @Ross_McCorkle Joe: @jclark1233 Alex: @Alex_Kozora Steelersdepot.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to react to a busy week in Pittsburgh sports news. Should the GM Omar Khan, coach Mike Tomlin and the Steelers have allocated their offseason budget toward building roster depth for beyond just 2025? With deals similar to the one they made with DK Metcalf? Instead of pursuing a short-term QB solution in Aaron Rodgers? And if they knew Rodgers' indecision would last into OTAs, would they have handled things differently? What are the biggest storylines around OTAs otherwise? Is it the tackle situation with Broderick Jones and Troy Fautanu? The receivers room with Roman Wilson, Calvin Austin III and Robert Woods jockeying for position behind Metcalf? is it Darius Slay Jr.'s arrival in the secondary? Or the re-loaded running back room with Trey Sermon, Kaleb Johnson and Kenneth Gainwell joining Jaylen Warren? Our duo tackles those questions, the Penguins coaching search and College Football Playoff expansion and what it could mean for Pitt and Penn State. Then in the third segment, airing on the PG's Pirates YouTube channel, the guys analyze the team's recent hot streak. Is new manager Don Kelly making a meaningful difference compared to Derek Shelton? Or is the offense just getting some better luck? Is Kelly's future tied to Ben Cherington's? Or could Bob Nutting retain Kelly and change GMs this offseason? What should we make of how the club is handling young pitchers Bubba Chandler, Carmen Mlodzinski, Mike Burrows and Braxton Ashcraft? And is Henry Davis finally starting to round a corner?
After Thursday's OTAs practice from the Steelers' South Side facility, Steelers insiders Ray Fittipaldo and Brian Batko share their key takeaways, including what seems to be an increased role for Payton Wilson at linebacker. Has he ascended to a starter next to Patrick Queen? Or is he just a placeholder until Cole Holcomb is healthy? And on offense, what kind of role can we expect from new running back Kenneth Gainwell?
Kenneth Gainwell thinks the running back room is going to be good. Mason Rudolph is making news at OTAs for acting like the starting QB with his leadership and being very vocal. Will Howard has been fine, but hasn't stood out. Broderick Jones is in good shape.
Hour 4 with Joe Starkey: Paul Skenes has allowed 47 earned runs through 35 starts. 93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. Kenneth Gainwell thinks the running back room is going to be good. Mason Rudolph is making news at OTAs for acting like the starting QB with his leadership and being very vocal. Jeff thinks members of the Steelers organization are thinking about 2026 for a quarterback and Aaron Rodgers is somewhat wanted but not hughley.
On his weekly Chipped Ham & Football podcast, Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko ranks the team's 2025 schedule by degree of difficulty. Will Myles Garrett and the Browns be the easiest foe coach Mike Tomlin's team sees? Or will they still be able to challenge the offense that's been re-tooled with names including DK Metcalf, Kenneth Gainwell and -- possibly -- QB Aaron Rodgers? How much pressure will offensive juggernauts like the Bills and Lions put on T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, first-round pick Derrick Harmon and the team's new-look defense? Can they slow down stars like Josh Allen, Jahmyr Gibbs and Amon-Ra St. Brown? Or will those guys find success like Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry of the division rival Ravens did in the playoffs last season? And how do Joe Burrow and the Bengals plus J.J. McCarthy and the Vikings factor into all of this? Brian tackles those questions and more.
On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo eye potential remaining moves for GM Omar Khan this offseason. Why do trades of high-priced veterans including T.J. Watt and Minkah Fitzpatrick seem unlikely? Even after George Pickens was dealt to the Dallas Cowboys with one year remaining on his contract last week? And how does Watt's contract negotiation fit into that conversation? Our duo ponders those questions, then the future of the Steelers backfield. How quickly will third-round pick Kaleb Johnson eat into Jaylen Warren's workload? Is he a realistic threat to start? And where do other options including Kenneth Gainwell and Trey Sermon fit into the situation. Then in the third segment, the guys preview the NFL schedule release Wednesday night and possible primetime matchups for coach Mike Tomlin's team.
On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo react to GM Omar Khan's comments about his receivers at rookie minicamp over the weekend. Does he really believe in the group as constituted, following the trade of George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys? Could Roman Wilson, Robert Woods and Calvin Austin really provide the necessary production behind DK Metcalf? Is Khan sending more smokescreens with an eye toward free agents like Keenan Allen and Amari Cooper? Our duo tackles those questions and more from rookie camp. What should we make of Will Howard's impressive practice performance? Can he push Mason Rudolph and possibly Aaron Rodgers come training camp? Or be a starter for this team in the future? And what difference will Trey Sermon make in the backfield next to names including Kaleb Johnson, Kenneth Gainwell and Jaylen Warren?
Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news live around 5 p.m. Eastern, primarily the Steelers' decision to trade George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys in exchange for a third-round pick in next year's NFL draft. How does this move fit into a confusing offseason so far, one that's included big additions in DK Metcalf, Kenneth Gainwell and Darius Slay Jr; big subtractions in the form of Najee Harris, Russell Wilson and Justin Fields; plus a protracted pursuit of quarterback Aaron Rodgers? Are general manager Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin serious about competing this year? Or are they looking toward the 2026 NFL draft, in which they now have a basket of picks to pursue a quarterback like Arch Manning, Drew Allar, Nico Iamaleava and LaNorris Sellers? Paul tackles those questions and more on the football front, then talks Pirates and manager Derek Shelton's future after another series loss vs. the St. Louis Cardinals.
On the Monday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo analyze the offensive line after GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin chose not to add to it via the NFL draft. Is that a sign of confidence in young players including Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu, Mason McCormick and Zach Frazier? What are reasonable expectations for that group this season as they look to provide better blocking to RBs Kaleb Johnson, Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell? And better protection for QBs including Mason Rudolph, Will Howard and --possibly -- Aaron Rodgers? Later, the guys take a look at how the CB room is coming together with names like Donte Kent and Darius Slay joining Joey Porter Jr., Cory Tice Jr. and Beanie Bishop. And they take a look at how AFC North rivals including the Ravens, Bengals and Browns performed in the NFL draft, with big names including Shedeur Sanders, Quinshon Judkins, Shemar Stewart and Malaki Starks entering the fray.
1:50) – Kyle finds some time to dig up news that bothers Pat(5:15) – Top Headlines: Evan Engrams joins Broncos, Cooper Kupp linked to Seahawks and Jaguars after being cut(15:20) – RBs: Javonte Williams to Cowboys, Raiders bring in Raheem Mostert, Rico Dowdle joins Panthers, Chiefs add Elijah Mitchell, Kenneth Gainwell to Steelers(36:45) – WRs: Dolphins add Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, DeAndre Hopkins lands with Ravens, Demarcus Robinson to 49ers, Adam Thielen remains with Panthers, Mike Williams rejoins Chargers
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