Podcast appearances and mentions of mark kaboly

Mark thinks that McCarthy won over a lot of people on Tuesday. Mark said you can feel the passion from McCarthy and how much the job means to him. Joe doesn't think this has been an impressive coaching cycle. Mark thinks the Steelers are intrigued by Will Howard but not as optimistic as some are saying. Mark thinks that Rodgers WILL BE BACK.

There is WAY too much hype with Will Howard. Bill Belichick didn't make the Pro Football Hall of Fame this year. Joe thinks it is an embarrassment for the NFL. Belichick didn't receive at least 40 of 50 votes to be a first-ballot Hall of Famer. Mark now thinks the Steelers did need a new voice and thinks McCarthy can provide that.

Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Mark Kaboly thinks that McCarthy won over a lot of people on Tuesday. Mark thinks that McCarthy was the best coach available at developing quarterbacks and he trusts him more than the other options. There is TOO MUCH hype around Will Howard the expectations are too high. Bill Belichick didn't make the Pro Football Hall of Fame this year.

Mark Kaboly said ‘absolutely yes' when asked on the midday show if Aaron Rodgers will be back in 2026 for a Steelers reunion with Mike McCarthy. Yuck. Why would that be a good idea? The guys are looking for good reasons, if there are any, for Rodgers to return next season. We discussed Kaboly's admiration of the Steelers always being the same team.

Mark Kaboly said ‘absolutely yes' when asked on the midday show if Aaron Rodgers will be back in 2026 for a Steelers reunion with Mike McCarthy. Yuck. Why would that be a good idea? The guys are looking for good reasons, if there are any, for Rodgers to return next season. We discussed Kaboly's admiration of the Steelers always being the same team. ALL ACCESS w/ Aditi – Aditi had a breakdown on Patrick Graham, who is expected to be hired as the Steelers next defensive coordinator. The guys asked Aditi about the hiring of Mike McCarthy and what the staff and team could look like next season. She thinks McCarthy's main goal is to figure out the quarterback. Are the Steelers going to run it back with Aaron Rodgers? She was surprised by how high everyone was on Will Howard in the press conference. She thought it was a little odd that the entire staff got told to go home after Mike Tomlin stepped down before the decision was even made on a new coach. Aditi would have loved Jim Schwartz getting a call from the Steelers and thinks it's an ‘insult' to assume Schwartz, who is known to run a 4-3 defense, can't adapt to a 3-4. Aditi predicted that Howard will be the Steelers QB in Week 1 next season. Donny Football Debrief – Pitt football is adjusting their capacity for home games next season.

In this hour, Steelers insider Mark Kaboly comes on The Fan Hotline to react to the news about Mike McCarthy being hired by the team as the new head coach. Also, what is the Steelers' plan at QB right now? January 26, 2026, 9:00 Hour

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson wonder who new Steelers' head coach Mike McCarthy is going to hire on his coaching staff. Also, what job did former Steelers' offensive coordinator Arthur Smith just land? January 26, 2026, 8:00 Hour

"What is this guy doing?" - Joe Starkey on Art Rooney II hiring Mike McCarthy. Joe says Rooney was comfortable running it back with Mike Tomlin and he is, just the last names changed. The man that predicted the hire, Mark Kaboly, hops on with Mullsy. Nostraboly says that he got about a 10 minute heads up that this was happening. He says that if the Steelers get a good quarterback for the future but struggle doing so, it is still a win in Kaboom's eyes.

Mark Kaboly joins the show! Mark says that if the Steelers don't hire a head coach until next week and the Rams win, we know the next Steelers coach is going to be a Rams guy. Kaboly says "not yet" if the Steelers are interested in Sean McDermott as a dark horse. Mark and Chris talk about local establishments representing their youth sports clubs. One of my baseball teams growing up was sponsored by a tavern that went out of business half way through the year, so we represented a defunct business. Mark answers how much Art Rooney II will be leaning on other people to help him make the decision. The Joe Hendry theme song will always irritate Mullsy and we love that. A discussion of old school WWF action figures takes place that unlocks memories I forgot I had. Who will still be on the roster next year for the Steelers?

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani, Joe Starkey, and Mark Kaboly: Mark reported that Andy Weidl is interviewing for the Falcons GM opening. Weidl has a big say in player personnel. Mark thinks Mike McCarthy is currently the favorite for the job!! Mark thinks Jesse Minter is out! Is Danny already influential where he will have a say in who the next head coach is?

Mark reported that Andy Weidl is interviewing for the Falcons GM opening and is one of the first interviews he has gotten. Weidl has a big say in player personnel. Mark thinks there are more people involved than Art Rooney and Omar Khan. Mark thinks Mike McCarthy is currently the favorite for the job! Chris Shula and Nate Scheelhaase together would be great, but Mark doesn't know if it can actually happen.

Former Steelers staffer Ryan Scarpino said there's a reason the Steelers brought in Weidl. Omar Khan is more of a cap guy than full personnel decisions. Mark Kaboly reported that Weidl is interviewing for the Falcons GM job.

Steelers insider Mark Kaboly comes on The Fan Hotline in this hour to react to the many coaching opportunities that currently exist around the NFL with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson. January 20, 2026, 9:00 Hour

In this hour, fill-in hosts Jeff Hathhorn and Jim Colony are joined by Steelers insider Mark Kaboly to react to the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. Also, the three react to some breaking news that involves a team recently eliminated from the NFL playoffs. January 19, 2026, 9:00 Hour

Fill-in hosts Jeff Hathhorn and Jim Colony, along with Steelers insider Mark Kaboly, react to breaking news that the Buffalo Bills have fired their head coach. This development comes following the team's loss to the Denver Broncos in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs over the weekend.

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Donny Football: Art Rooney II said Mike stepped down for family reasons, but Mike told the team he wants it to be better for them to win. Tomlin was basically saying he couldn't get it done for the team. Mark Kaboly didn't see signs of burnout. The Steelers are going to interview Nate Scheelhaase, Chris Shula, and Jeff Hafley in the next two days. Steelers need to hire the RIGHT coach not just one that fits their build as a defensive coordinator.

Steelers correspondent Mark Kaboly from The Pat McAfee Show joined the show. The conversation started with Mark's days at Cal U, aka, Harvard on the Mon. Kaboom said he went to a lot of bowling alley bars back in the day. Mark has moved on to the coaching search and how Art Rooney and Omar Khan will handle this. Mark expects Khan to have ‘a lot of say' in the process. Mark feels like it will be a coach from the same cloth that Bill Cowher and Mike Tomlin were cut from – mid-30's, first-time head coach and *possibly* defensive minded. Mark believes Art's son, Danny Rooney, will have input in the choice. Mark said right now Chris Shula feels like the favorite to be the next guy, just based on their history and the list of coaches they will interview. Mark said if they go with the defensive mind, that guy better have a young, offensive mind with him or have a really convincing plan to change the offense. Where does Nate Scheelhaase rank on Mark's list? Mark got into the challenges of commanding a room and being the ‘leader of men' it takes to be a head coach. Mark said Brian Flores was an intimidating figure and that players were ‘afraid' of him. More w/ Mark – There will, reportedly, be 3-4 more names added to the Steelers list of interviews. Mark feels like the initial 8 names are their main targets, but that's not to say the new ones can't surprise. Mark said Mike McCarthy is too old and hasn't coached in a minute, which makes him feel like they should stay away. If there isn't interest in Curt Cignetti, what about Norwin and Pitt product Mike Shanahan? Kaboom thinks Kevin Stefanski would be a ‘great' fit here because it's not Cleveland. Does Brian Flores have more options than Pittsburgh to be a head coach? What would be the pros and cons of a tank? More w/ Mark – Mark reacted to the stories of how the players reacted when Mike Tomlin told them he was stepping down. Kaboom is skeptical just how good Tomlin will be on television and if he's even all that interested. Mark isn't all that sure if he coaches again, but said the right situation would always do the job. Kaboly said Mike seemed like the same guy to him and wasn't ‘worn out' like a lot of people are saying. What could the staff look like under a new head coach? Kaboom thinks the entire QB room is up in the air, outside of Will Howard, who will serve as a backup at-best. Does Mark have any interest in Malik Willis? Mark felt like Cam Heyward may have hinted at retirement during the season, but his level of play would say otherwise. Is it time to trade TJ Watt? The guys asked Mark if he had any thoughts on the James Harrison disdain for Tomlin. Who was the big-name player that wasn't upset over the Tomlin news? Mark doesn't think it will be that much longer before the Steelers hire their guy.

Penguins winning streak comes to an end, and Mike Tomlin resigns right beore we started the show.The Penguins are on a 5 game heater and back in the playoffs. Speaking of playoffs, Mark Kaboly joins to talk about the Steelers making the playoffs and beating the Ravens.Email the show: contact@2fortalking.comFollow us:⁠https://x.com/joshyohe_⁠⁠pgh⁠⁠https://x.com/joebartnick⁠⁠https://x.com/cory_tucek⁠

Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Josina Anderson reported that Mike Tomlin has been contemplating leaving Pittsburgh since before the start of the season. She also said there's been a belief that Tomlin hasn't felt appreciated in the city. Mark Kaboly didn't really see anything different with Mike Tomlin compared to 10 years ago. He didn't think Tomlin was burned out. How attractive is the Steelers head coaching job?

Josina Anderson reported that Mike Tomlin has been contemplating leaving Pittsburgh since before the start of the season. Mark didn't really see anything different with Mike Tomlin compared to 10 years ago. He didn't think Tomlin was burned out. Mark doesn't get the feeling that Tomlin was pushed out.

Steelers Reporter Mark Kaboly joins the show react to everything from last night's dominant Texans win over the Steelers.

Chris Mack is in for Nick Kostos today! Chris Mack reacts to the Houston Texans win over the Pittsburgh Steelers last night. Plus, Steelers reporter Mark Kaboly joins the show to reacts to everything from last night's game, and look ahead to Pittsburgh's offseason.

In this hour, Adam Crowley, Steelers insider Mark Kaboly and Nicholas "Harry" Callas give their final predictions ahead of the Steelers' upcoming playoff game against the Houston Texans on Monday. January 12, 2026, 9:00 Hour

Adam Crowley and Steelers insider Mark Kaboly wonder what could happen to the team's coaching staff if they lose on Monday to the Houston Texans in the NFL playoffs.

Adam Crowley and Steelers insider Mark Kaboly argue over whether past trends in sports really indicate anything about what may happen in the future.

Steelers insider Mark Kaboly and Nicholas "Harry" Callas try to figure out why Adam Crowley has this poor attitude towards the team going into their NFL playoff game.

In this hour, Adam Crowley is joined by Steelers insider Mark Kaboly, and the two break down comparisons between the Steelers and the Houston Texans ahead of their playoff game on Monday night. January 12, 2026, 8:00 Hour

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The Penguins are on a 5 game heater and back in the playoffs. Speaking of playoffs, Mark Kaboly joins to talk about the Steelers making the playoffs and beating the Ravens.Email the show: contact@2fortalking.comFollow us:⁠https://x.com/joshyohe_⁠⁠pgh⁠⁠https://x.com/joebartnick⁠⁠https://x.com/cory_tucek⁠

The Steelers offensive line has played much better and Pat Meyer deserves credit. Dylan Cook has played well, but this will be a big week for him. Aaron Rodgers has helped with protections and getting the ball quickly out of his hands. Mark said the Ravens were the Penn State of the NFL this season failing in a year to win the Super Bowl.

Is Joey Porter Jr. going to shadow Nico Collins? Mark Kaboly thinks yes, for most of the game. Mark thinks the Steelers MIGHT lose to the Texans because he doesn't think the team can put together significant good performances every week. Would you call Curt Cignetti to be an NFL head coach?

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: The Steelers offensive line has played much better and Pat Meyer deserves credit. Dylan Cook has played well, but this will be a big week for him. - Is Joey Porter Jr. going to shadow Nico Collins? Mark Kaboly thinks yes, for most of the game. Mark thinks the Steelers MIGHT lose to the Texans because he doesn't think the team can put together significant good performances every week.

Adam Crowley and Steelers insider Mark Kaboly react to this announcement from the Cleveland Browns released on Monday morning.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Steelers insider Mark Kaboly react to an unusual ritual that took place on Acrisure Stadium's field before the game against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday. Also, some AFC North news develops. And a surprise appearance by Dorin Dickerson! January 5, 2026, 9:00 Hour

In this hour, Steelers insider Mark Kaboly joins Adam Crowle, and the two react together to the Steelers' win over the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday. Also, a look around the NFL! January 5, 2026, 8:00 Hour

TJ Watt will play against the Ravens on Sunday. Mark Kaboly joins to talk about how Watt will play, how much he will play, and more. More with Mark Kaboly. What needs to happen for the Steelers to win against the Ravens? Who will be the next quarterback next season if the Steelers bring back Mike Tomlin? Mark says that even if the Steelers lose, the Steelers should 'welcome' Aaron Rodgers back. Mark makes his prediction for the game on Sunday.

Joe does not look into the transfer portal as much as he used to. Mark Kaboly joins the show from the awards ceremony from the Steelers facility. Patrick Queen gets the award for being the most cooperative to the media. Derrick Harmon won the rookie of the year award. Are the Steelers better off facing Lamar Jackson than Snoop Huntley? Jackson has been slumping while Huntley was good in his appearance last week. What was the worst moment for the Steelers in Kaboly's mind in 2025? Mark makes his prediction for Steelers-Ravens to decide the AFC North.

Hour 3: Mark Kaboly joins for the rest of the show! Could Mike Tomlin get fired if the Steelers lose to the Ravens? Crowley gets into a screaming match with a Ravens fan. And the weather in Pittsburgh the last 24 hours has been wild.

Hour 1: Crowley reacts to the Steelers' loss to the Browns yesterday and how much blame Mike Tomlin should receive. Crowley and Dom get into it over Myles Garrett's sack record. And one of Crowley's friends made a catastrophic mistake over the weekend. Hour 2: Aaron Rodgers did not play yesterday in Cleveland. Did the Steelers' loss to the Browns prove the NFL is rigged? And would the Steelers have won if DK Metcalf played in the game? Hour 3: Mark Kaboly joins for the rest of the show! Could Mike Tomlin get fired if the Steelers lose to the Ravens? And Crowley gets into a screaming match with a Ravens fan. Hour 4: Should the Steelers want to play Lamar Jackson or Tyler Huntley on Sunday? Mark is not a fan of Crowley's dancing. And Dom is in the market for a new car.

Mark Kaboly joins Crowley for the rest of the show! Mark agrees that the Steelers were not focused on Myles Garrett's sack record. Mark has trouble pronouncing “prioritize”. How bad was the game plan from Pittsburgh? Crowley says the rug got pulled out from Steelers fans. Will everyone be back in on the team if they beat the Ravens next week?

Hour 3: Mark Kaboly joins the show for the hour! Could ESPN try to get the Steelers on the Monday night Wild Card game? And which big-name QBs could Pittsburgh try to get this offseason?

Hour 1: Joe Starkey returns to afternoons to fill in for the guys today! Joe reacts to the Lions fan's press conference today addressing the DK Metcalf situation. Dom thinks that Joe has become a fraud. And can you drive golf carts on the road? Hour 2: Noah Hiles joins the show to talk about his viral James Harrison story. Dom says the Bears are making the Super Bowl this year. And could Joe Burrow be the Steelers QB in 2026? Hour 3: Mark Kaboly joins the show for the hour! Could ESPN try to get the Steelers on the Monday night Wild Card game? And which big-name QBs could Pittsburgh try to get this offseason? Hour 4: Have the Pirates had a successful offseason so far? A Pittsburgh media member does not like Dom. And are the Penguins mad at the city of Pittsburgh?

Steelers insider Mark Kaboly comes on The Fan Hotline to react to the team's win over the Detroit Lions on Sunday with Adam Crowley.

Adam Crowley and Steelers insider Mark Kaboly discuss a key strategy that the team used to beat the Detroit Lions on Sunday.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Steelers insider Mark Kaboly react to the Baltimore Ravens' loss to to New England Patriots on Sunday, and the two reflect on the many missed opportunities the Ravens have had all season. Also, Pitt Football broadcaster Pat Bostick comes on The Fan Hotline to react to the Steelers' win over the Detroit Lions from Sunday. And did you really expect Penguins' C Sidney Crosby to be THIS good throughout his career? December 22, 2025, 8:00 Hour

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Steelers insider Mark Kaboly react to WR DK Metcalf taking a swing at a fan during Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions. Also, is there a timeline of return for an of the big-name Steelers currently on IR? December 22, 2025, 7:00 Hour

In this hour, Adam Crowley reacts to the Steelers' 29-24 win over the Detroit Lions on Sunday. Also, Steelers insider Mark Kaboly comes on. December 22, 2025, 6:00 Hour

12-19 Mark Kaboly Full: TJ Watt's Status, Brandon Lowe Trade, and more

A lot rides on the Lions game to know if the Steelers are for real. Mark thinks the Steelers would be fortunate to get T.J. Watt back for the playoffs. He doesn't think Watt is likely to play against Detroit. Mark thinks that Joey Porter Jr. is playing well and Jalen Ramsey has picked up safety extremely fast.

Should the Steelers give Broderick Jones the 5th-year option? Dylan Cook played very well. Mark thinks Joey Porter Jr. has been playing phenomenal and turning into a dependable cornerback. Mark predicts the game.