Podcast appearances and mentions of Pat Narduzzi

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise joins host Adam Bittner to analyze Pitt's key ACC game at Stanford. This show is presented by FanDuel. Is this a sneaky big game for coach Pat Narduzzi and the Panthers? With ranked matchups against Georgia Tech, Notre Dame and Miami looming? Could the West Coast travel be an issue in Pitt's first game against such a distant conference opponent? How important was it to see QB Mason Heintschel bounce back from struggles against Syracuse to deliver a solid performance against NC State? What does that resilience say about him moving forward? And how much credit does OC Kade Bell deserve for the turnaround with Heintscel? To what extent have the offense's problems from earlier this season with Eli Holstein at QB been absolved? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Narduzzi said this week that when the NCAA opens the doors to its athletes betting on pro sports this Saturday, it's a bad thing to encourage for student-athletes especially in an era where they have NIL money and could be prone to blow it He said he'd encourage his team to not participate in gambling even though it's allowed….what will other coaches say? Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

From the Night Stalkers and Cam Lindsey's role to Mason Heintschel's progress, traveling to the West Coast and gambling, here's a look at some of the most notable things Pitt head coach Pat Narduzzi said during his weekly press conference on Monday.

Post-Gazette Pitt football insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable tackle the hot topics around the team heading into an important ACC matchup this week at Stanford. This show is presented by FanDuel. What should we make of OC Kade Bell's running back usage last week against NC State? Did Desmond Reid play too long after the game was mostly decided? Should we have seen more of Ja'Kyrian Turner and Juelz Goff? Or did it make sense to keep Reid around to close things out? How much credit does the defense deserve for stepping up despite injuries to names like Rasheem Biles and Kyle Louis? How can coach Pat Narduzzi keep that group on track? And why was QB Mason Heintschel able to bounce back against the Wolfpack following a shaky outing in the previous game against Syracuse? 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.

Post-Gazette Pitt football insiders Abby Schnable and Stephen Thompson get you ready for the Panthers' matchup with the NC State Wolfpack on Saturday at Acrisure Stadium. This show is presented by FanDuel. How can coach Pat Narduzzi and OC Kade Bell get freshman QB Mason Heintschel back on track after a rocky outing against Syracuse? Can the defense survive another game with Rasheem Biles and Kyle Louis injured? Why are CJ Bailey and Hollywood Smothers the names to beware of for the Wolfpack? And what are Stephen and Abby's picks for this game that has sneaky ACC championship and College Football Playoff implications? 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.

In their weekly Pitt football chat, presented by FanDuel, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to ponder Pitt's outlook amid a slew of injuries to some key players. Can coach Pat Narduzzi and Co. stay in ACC contention without RB Desmond Reid, LB Rasheem Biles and LB Kyle Louis at full strength? Which of those three players is the most valuable? Why hasn't Kade Bell's offense been able to run very well when Reid is off the field? Are opponents starting to notice tendencies with freshman QB Mason Heintschel within OC Kade Bell's offense? And which College Football Playoff contender remaining on their schedule do the Panthers have the best chance to beat? Miami, Georgia Tech or Notre Dame? 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.

Happy Thursday! We discovered during the Ryan Day Show that Matt Patricia needs a raise. Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi had something ridiculous to say about the landscape of college football. We make our NFL Picks. Ryan Day reveals that sometimes the best lessons are taught by watching others screw up. An FBI gambling probe results in multiple NBA figures getting arrested. Ian Fitzsimmons join the show. And Justin Fields responds to Woody Johnson in Tell the Truth.

Pat Narduzzi's weekly press conference on Monday covered a lot of topics, and we're hitting on five notable items that stood out, from Pitt's defensive depth to Desmond Reid's usage, the noise at the Dome, how good N.C. State is and more.

Post-Gazette Pitt football insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable tackle a variety of hot topics around the team ahead of a key ACC matchup with North Carolina State on Saturday at Acrisure Stadium. Should fans worry about star running back Desmond Reid after he missed most of the Syracuse win last week because of injury? And how should we interpret coach Pat Narduzzi's comments on the matter? How much longer can Cam Lindsey and Nick Lapi hold out at linebacker with Rasheem Biles and Kyle Louis injured? And what did Abby notice from coach Jeff Capel's men's basketball team in an exhibition against Providence and why does she believe Damarco Minor is a player to watch this coming season? 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.

Pitt head football coach Pat Narduzzi joined the show. Pat asked Poni about his jinxing abilities. The guys got Pat's reaction to Poni having to get his nipples pierced following the Steelers loss to the Bengals. What went behind the QB change for the Panthers that turned their season around? Pat talked about Mason Heintschel and what the freshman brings to the table. Pat highlighted a play Mason made in the Florida State game and the leadership he has shown. Pat called James Franklin a great guy and said he called him after the news of his firing from Penn State. He said he and Franklin have a ‘great' relationship and they have been on trips with each other over the years. Pat explained to the guys what he and his staff are allowed to do when players de-commit from schools, like the big area prospects that are no longer going to Penn State. Pat discussed the surface at Acrisure Stadium and why he felt a little bit guilty after Pitt beat Boston College a few weeks ago. He said he loves playing on grass and the players love it too, but something needs to be figured out. He told Ben Roethlisberger to call him if he has a problem with the field surface.

A fiery start to the show because Poni still isn't over the loss to the Bengals. Is it because he has to get his nipples pierced? He thinks this loss completely flipped his thoughts on the season. He had animus toward Donny and Chris for not jumping off the deep end 4 days after the loss. Are you over the Bengals loss yet? Broderick Jones joked about tackling Aaron Rodgers. Pitt head football coach Pat Narduzzi joined the show. Pat asked Poni about his jinxing abilities. The guys got Pat's reaction to Poni having to get his nipples pierced following the Steelers loss to the Bengals. What went behind the QB change for the Panthers that turned their season around? Pat talked about Mason Heintschel and what the freshman brings to the table. Pat highlighted a play Mason made in the Florida State game and the leadership he has shown. Pat called James Franklin a great guy and said he called him after the news of his firing from Penn State. He said he and Franklin have a ‘great' relationship and they have been on trips with each other over the years. Pat explained to the guys what he and his staff are allowed to do when players de-commit from schools, like the big area prospects that are no longer going to Penn State. Pat discussed the surface at Acrisure Stadium and why he felt a little bit guilty after Pitt beat Boston College a few weeks ago. He said he loves playing on grass and the players love it too, but something needs to be figured out. He told Ben Roethlisberger to call him if he has a problem with the field surface.

In his weekly YouTube appearance discussing Pitt football, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise weighs in on the win against Florida State last week and what it says about the Panthers' chances in the ACC title race. Did the upset legitimize the upside coach Pat Narduzzi's team has? Or are the Seminoles under coach Mike Norvell too inconsistent to count as a significant landmark victory? Can Narduzzi win the games his team is favored in the rest of the way? Especially with a freshman at QB in Mason Heintschel? And how much flack does Narduzzi deserve for choosing Eli Holstein over Heintchel early on, considering the new NIL era that gives players with big deals a leg up? 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.

From Mason Heintschel's follow-up performance to defensive end depth, true freshmen, the surface at Acrisure Stadium and more, Pat Narduzzi covered a lot of ground at his weekly press conference, and we're breaking down some of the most notable things he said on today's Morning Pitt.

Post-Gazette Pitt football insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable react to the Panthers' upset of Florida State this past week and how it may or may not reframe expectations for coach Pat Narduzzi's team the rest of the season. Could freshman QB Mason Heintschel and RB Desmond Reid still possibly lead the team to an ACC championship appearance? Or would that be asking too much of them within OC Kade Bell's offense? Is the defensive line in trouble following the loss of Zach Crothers for the season due to injury? Or could names like Blaine Spires and Jaeden Moore provide boosts? And how will Narduzzi manage his backfield with Ja'Kyrian Turner and Juelz Goff in the mix alongside Reid? 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.

Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable break down the Panthers' 34-31 win over Florida State on Saturday, with Stephen reporting from Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, Fla. How were Pat Narduzzi's Panthers able to pull of the upset on the road? What made the contest so "personal" for Desmond Reid, as he put it, and how much of a difference does he make for the Panthers offense? How did true freshman Mason Heintschel perform in a hostile environment, and how was he able to pick himself up after a couple of bad mistakes at the end of the first half? And how were the offensive and defensive lines, which were both shorthanded due to injuries, able to make enough plays for the win? 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.

Jeff Tarpley of Gig Em 247 previews Texas A&M's game with South Carolina. Chuck and Heath discuss why Saturday's game with Pittsburgh is a really tricky spot for FSU. Bill Bender of Sporting News analyzes Indiana at Oregon and other weekend action.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Mason Heintschel and Eli Holstein to a complete game, the run game and more, Pat Narduzzi touched on a lot of topics at his weekly press conference on Monday, and we're breaking down six of the most interesting things he said on today's Morning Pitt.

Eli Holstein has been compromised to a permanent end. Mason Heintschel steps in to pummel Boston College, 48-7. Penn State lost to a winless UCLA team. Zack & Ian are here to recap an amazing weekend for Pitt fans. If you liked the podcast, be sure to follow us on Twitter or Bluesky and rate us on your podcast app of choice! It helps out the show tremendously. Hosted & Produced by Zack Kaminski, who writes on Substack and has been featured on Meet at Midfield. Co-hosted by Ian Labatch and Mason Kling. Podcast Art & Logo were commissioned from friend of the show Birdblitz.Contact us by email at semplefipodcast@gmail.com

Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable break down the Panthers' 48-7 win over Boston College on Saturday at Acrisure Stadium. What went into coach Pat Narduzzi's decision to bench Eli Holstein and put in true freshman Mason Heintschel? And why was Heintschel able to have success? How was Heintschel able to rally the whole team around him? What kind of trickle-down effect did that have on the rest of the roster? And what does this say about the freshman QB heading into next week's much tougher task — at Florida State? Our duo answers 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.

Some Mullsy Moles have suggested that Eli Holstein is not going to start tomorrow against Boston College and freshman Mason Heintshel will play instead. Pitt spent a lot of money to keep Holstein and are now apparently moving on after 4 games. Holstein has thrown five interceptions this season so far, if he sits, Mullsy says this has been a failure.

Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable preview the Panthers' noon contest on Saturday against Boston College at Acrisure Stadium. Is this a must-win game for the Panthers after their disappointing defeat to Louisville last week? Should we believe coach Pat Narduzzi when he says he's sticking with Eli Holstein as his starting quarterback? Will electrifying All-American Desmond Reid play after sitting out last week and most of the Backyard Brawl? What does the decision to redshirt Censere Lee and Keith Gouveia mean for the future of the Panthers offense? Stephen and Abby also break down all you need to know about Boston College. How can the Panthers get to QB Dylan Lonergan and his favorite WRs Lewis Bond and Reed Harris? Will Pitt have a chance to execute against the Eagles' lackluster red-zone defense? And how can the offense take advantage of the hole left behind by Donovan Ezeiruaku, who now plays for the Cowboys in the NFL? Our duo answers 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.

Pitt loses again. If you liked the podcast, be sure to follow us on Twitter or Bluesky and rate us on your podcast app of choice! It helps out the show tremendously. Hosted & Produced by Zack Kaminski, who writes on Substack and has been featured on Meet at Midfield. Co-hosted by Ian Labatch and Mason Kling. Podcast Art & Logo were commissioned from friend of the show Birdblitz.Contact us by email at semplefipodcast@gmail.com

From the quarterback situation to depth and injuries, Pitt head coach Pat Narduzzi touched on a lot of subjects at his weekly press conference on Monday. On today's Morning Pitt, we're taking a look at some of his more notable remarks and what they mean for the team and more.

Pitt's loss to Louisville was a bad one, and it has created a lot of questions for Pat Narduzzi and the entire football program. On today's Morning Pitt, we're looking at what happened in that game, what it means for the season, what it means for the Panthers and a lot more.

Post-Gazette insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable tackle the biggest questions around Pitt football following an ugly loss to Louisville over the weekend. Does coach Pat Narduzzi have a QB controversy on his hands amid Eli Holstein's recent struggles? When could we see more of Cole Gonzales or Mason Heinstchel? What's the plan at left guard after Kieth Goueva went down with a season-ending injury? And what should fans make of concerning quotes from the Cardinals' D'Angelo Hutchinson and co-DC Ron English about facing Pitt and what worked for them in their Acrisure Stadium victory? 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.

Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable break down the Panthers' 34-27 loss to Louisville on Saturday at Acrisure Stadium. What went wrong for Pat Narduzzi's team after the Panthers leapt out to a 17-0 lead in the early going? What's next for the quarterback position in Kade Bell's offense after Eli Holstein was benched in the fourth quarter? Could we really see Cole Gonzales or even freshman Mason Heintschel start over him? How can the Panthers clean up many of the issues that plagued them against the Cardinals, including penalties and a lack of execution, especially on third downs? Where do the Panthers stand injury-wise? And what does this loss in their ACC opener mean for them going forward? Our duo answers 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.

Host John Lund previews Louisville vs. Pittsburgh for Week 5 with the help of Matt McGavic, the Deputy Editor for Louisville Cardinals on Sports Illustrated and also a co-host on the From the Pink Seats podcast for the State of Louisville Network. Matt is a Louisville grad and has been covering the Cards in some capacity since 2017 and does a great job reporting on all things Louisville, not just football. You can follow him on Twitter @Matt_McGavic and read his Pittsburgh Panthers breakdown for Week 5 here. We start with what to make of Louisville's injury report and how it impacts the running back room, what Desmond Reid means to the Pittsburgh offense, what to expect from a Pat Narduzzi defense, what the expectations for the Cardinals offense should be, if the Louisville offensive line and Miller Moss can hold their own, what the expectations for the Cards' defense should be, the strength of special teams, how he got into covering his alma mater for a living, Matt's Cincinnati Reds in a late Wild Card race push, how the Cardinals basketball team is looking with some high expectations coming in for recruiting and on-court product, and if Louisville covers the 4.5 point spread against Pittsburgh. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable preview the Panthers' ACC opener against Louisville at noon Saturday at Acrisure Stadium. Will Desmond Reid be able to go for Pitt, and if he does, will it be in a full capacity? How can players like Juelz Goff and Ja'Kyrian Turner step up if the All-American is unable to play? How should Pat Narduzzi's team prepare, with the status of star Cardinals running backs Isaac Brown and Duke Watson up in the air? If Brown and Watson aren't able to play, can Louisville QB Miller Moss control the passing game against Pitt's defense that includes stars like Kyle Louis and Rasheem Biles? Can Pitt QB Eli Holstein and WRs like Poppi Williams and Kenny Johnson shoulder the burden if Reid isn't able to play? Our duo answers those questions and more, plus gives their predictions and keys to the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pitt head coach Pat Narduzzi hit on a lot of topics at his weekly press conference on Monday. What were the most interesting things Narduzzi said? From the quarterback situation to the run game, penalties and more, we're breaking down some of Narduzzi's most notable comments.

Why did Pat Narduzzi say Pitt's loss to West Virginia was a great one for the fans? How much is Pitt spending in NIL on the football roster? And what's going on with the offensive line? Answers to those questions and more in this week's Morning Pitt Mailbag.

Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to ponder the future of Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi after the Panthers' Backyard Brawl loss to West Virginia. Should Narduzzi's job be in jeopardy after dropping such a winnable rivalry game? What are AD Allen Greene's options realistic options considering Narduzzi's sizable buyout? And how much is Pitt's casual fan base a problem in terms of building a sustainable program? Our duo tackles those questions, the impact Desmond Reid's injury could have on QB Eli Holstein and OC Kade Bell's offense and the top storylines we're following with an eye toward ACC play next week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zack, Mason, and Ian are crashing out over last week's debacle in Morgantown. The Pat Narduzzi Dilemma (2022): https://meetatmidfield.com/pat-narduzzi-dilemma-pitt-panthers-football/ If you liked the podcast, be sure to follow us on Twitter or Bluesky and rate us on your podcast app of choice! It helps out the show tremendously. Hosted & Produced by Zack Kaminski, who writes on Substack and has been featured on Meet at Midfield. Co-hosted by Ian Labatch and Mason Kling. Podcast Art & Logo were commissioned from friend of the show Birdblitz.Contact us by email at semplefipodcast@gmail.com

After struggling in Pitt's loss at West Virginia on Saturday, quarterback Eli Holstein has to make some much-needed improvement to help the Panthers going forward. What do we make of his play so far this season and in his career? And do Pat Narduzzi and Kade Bell have a big decision to make? All that and more in today's Morning Pitt.

Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable sort through an ugly Backyard Brawl loss to West Virginia for the Panthers and how coach Pat Narduzzi and Co. can bounce back ahead of ACC play. Can coordinators Kade Bell and Randy Bates get the penalties cleaned up? What's the latest on the health of RB Desmond Reid and DB Cruce Brookins? Can Bell get QB Eli Holstein back into rhythm with some easy throws to names like Kenny Johnson and Blue Hicks? And what are the other biggest concerns that need to be rectified? From mental errors along the offensive line to the secondary's shaky play? 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.

Donny Football Debrief – WVU beat Pitt in Morgantown to close out this edition of the Backyard Brawl. Pat Narduzzi is lucky that the Steelers lost, so that nobody talks about the brawl. The guys expected Pitt to win, but thought it would be close.

Aaron Rodgers said that it is only week 2 and everybody should relax. Poni mentions that Rodgers was great in week one, but the offense as a whole really was not. The Seahawks did a good job taking DK Metcalf out of the game yesterday. Mullsy does not think that Mike Tomlin will win another playoff game with the Steelers. The Steelers gave up a touchdown run on 3rd and goal from the 19 yesterday. Poni thinks that Walker wasn't even touched on this play. Callers talk about the game. Donny Football Debrief – WVU beat Pitt in Morgantown to close out this edition of the Backyard Brawl. Pat Narduzzi is lucky that the Steelers lost, so that nobody talks about the brawl. The guys expected Pitt to win, but thought it would be close.

Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable break down the Panthers' 31-24 overtime loss to West Virginia on Saturday in the 108th edition of the Backyard Brawl. How did the Panthers let this game slip away in such embarrassing fashion, when they had so many chances to win? Did coach Pat Narduzzi fail to prepare his team for the rivalry game environment? How can the Panthers clean up the penalties that plagued them in Morgantown? And how can Eli Holstein and the offense capitalize on the many trips to the red zone they squandered on Saturday? Does the defense's performance leave any positives to glean from Saturday's game? How will injuries to Desmond Reid and a variety of defenders affect the Panthers heading into ACC play? And did fatigue play a part in the Panthers crumbling late? Our duo answers 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.

Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to sort through the controversy surrounding the future of the Backyard Brawl rivalry between Pitt and West Virginia. Who shares more blame for the future for the series going on hiatus? Pat Narduzzi, Allen Greene and the Panthers? Or Rich Rodriguez, Wren Baker and the Mountaineers? Would both teams benefit from some non-conference scheduling flexibility? Or should this game be played every year? And how should College Football Playoff resume conversations influence the conversation? Our duo tackles those questions and more before the teams square off Saturday. How much pressure will Narduzzi be under if Pitt loses the game as a 7.5-point favorite? How encouraged should fans be by a possible 3-0 start for the Panthers? And who will prove to be the hero for Pitt on Saturday? Eli Holstein? Braylan Lovelace? Desmond Reid? Or someone else?

Pitt and WVU have extended The Backyard Brawl a few years. It will take a break after this weekends matchup but stay for longer when it comes back.

Couz is joined by  @talkingcfbwithJJKitchen  to preview the upcoming Backyard Brawl between WVU football and Pitt. J.J. will educate Mountaineer fans on what they can expect on Saturday from the Panthers. They will talk about key players to watch on both sides of the ball, the history between Pat Narduzzi and Rich Rodriguez, whether WVU's loss to Ohio was really that bad, and more. #wvu #wvufootball #backyardbrawl Talking College Football with J.J. Kitchen: https://youtube.com/@talkingcfbwithJJKitchen?si=VBOmlrKDHLJdo-0o Sources: Song: Smoke Rising Music by: CreatorMix.com Video: https://youtu.be/_oaZzkn0bW4 ⭐️Sponsors: ⭐️ DraftKings Sportsbook: https://www.draftkings.com/ Appalachia Digital: http://appalachiadigital.com/couz/ Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornhole

Pat Narduzzi hit on a lot of topics at his weekly press conference on Monday. Today, we're looking at five things he said that stood out, from the rivalry with West Virginia to the offensive line, the cornerbacks and more - all on the Tuesday edition of the Morning Pitt.

Andy Gresh joins to discuss what the Steelers are getting in Jabrill Peppers, if he was surprised he was let go in New England, his story about Pat Narduzzi, how many Big Macs he ate in one sitting.

Mike Tomlin talked today. He's not worried about Broderick Jones. Mullsy isn't feeling very optimistic after Sunday. He got beat every way imaginable. These struggles are even more concerning because Rodgers looked very good. A caller is very concerned about Jones. It's Dick Lebeau's birthday! Poni thinks the chat with our guest from PFF might get contentious. Is Broderick Jones already a bust? Why didn't the Steelers give him more help on Sunday? We shift to a conversation about sumo wrestling. A caller somewhat defends Jones, citing that he's engaged. Payton Wilson had a rough game on Sunday, Mike Tomlin isn't a ball treatment specialist. Aaron Rodgers received a horrid PFF grade. PFF grader John Kosko joins to explain himself. He references a dropped interception by the Jets and the myriad of screen passes. Bryce Young was ranked ahead based on the grades. They did not credit him with any "big time throws". Could Tyreek Hill be a real option for the Steelers? Is he washed after a rough 2024? He might have more legal trouble on the horizon. Is he worth it? Would KC be the best fit for him anyway? Our PFF guest thanked us for having him already. Poni runs down the BFF QB rankings. Dolphins reporter Armando Salguero joins to discuss the Tyreek Hill rumors and the financial implications. He points out several potential issues with Hill. Could the Dolphins trade him if they lose this weekend? Who is on the Mt Rushmore for Westmoreland County athletes? Jabrill Peppers signed with the Steelers today. He can still play and he's dynamite against the run. A frank discussion about Abraham Lincoln. Andy Gresh joins to discuss what the Steelers are getting in Jabrill Peppers, if he was surprised he was let go in New England, his story about Pat Narduzzi, how many Big Macs he ate in one sitting. Donny Debrief with Sean - looking at the PFF team from Week 1, there's no Steelers but a ton of Jets. Tomlin Takes: We hear various comments he made from today's press conference. The name game - Pitt/WVU 2K rushers, and astrology signs. Hodgepodge of Nothingness

Jabrill Peppers signed with the Steelers today. He can still play and he's dynamite against the run. A frank discussion about Abraham Lincoln. Andy Gresh joins to discuss what the Steelers are getting in Jabrill Peppers, if he was surprised he was let go in New England, his story about Pat Narduzzi, how many Big Macs he ate in one sitting. Donny Debrief with Sean - looking at the PFF team from Week 1, there's no Steelers but a ton of Jets.

Post-Gazette insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable analyze the state of play with Pitt football as the Backyard Brawl rivalry game vs. the West Virginia Mountaineers looms this weekend. Are the QB Eli Holstein, OC Kade Bell and the Panthers meeting the grade offensively? Particularly in the running game with Desmond Reid? How did depth DBs Shawn Lee and Shadarian Harrison look in extended run against Central Michigan? And what does it mean for coach Pat Narduzzi's squad that WVU star Jaheim White is dealing with an injury following his team's loss to the Ohio Bobcats over the weekend? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to react to Pitt football's season-opening beating of Duquesne and look ahead to a Week 2 matchup with Central Michigan. Is Eli Holstein proving he belongs in the conversation with Miami's Carson Beck and Clemson's Cade Klubnik as the best QBs in the ACC? Should coach Pat Narduzzi and OC Kade Bell be concerned about the lack of rushing production beyond Desmond Reid? What does Duquesne receiver Joey Isabella's big day mean for the Pitt secondary? And why was Blue Hicks among the standouts at receiver for Jason? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

What stood out in Pat Narduzzi's weekly press conference on Monday? From blocking for the run game to injuries, we're breaking down five of the most notable things Narduzzi said on today's Morning Pitt.

Post-Gazette Pitt Panthers insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable react to coach Par Narduzzi's injury updates on key offensive and defensive line players ahead of the football team's matchup with Central Michigan this weekend. Could right tackle Ryan Baer return quickly after missing the latte portions of the win against Duquesne with what Narduzzi described as a "stinger"? How confident should fans feel about backups at offensive line positions? And why was there a lot to like about the defensive line depth? With names like Joey Zelinsky and Zach Crothers performing in the absence of Jaeden Moore? Our duo tackles those questions, then reacts to major non-conference wins for the ACC over the weekend. Is the conference proving itself after Florida State upset Alabama and Miami triumphed over Notre Dame?

Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable react to the Panthers' 61-9 season-opening win over crosstown rival Duquesne. What can we learn about Pat Narduzzi's team after a blowout win over an inferior opponent? Is Eli Holstein back to his best after starting last season hot and petering off at the end because of injuries? Is Desmond Reid already staking his claim to another All-American season? Will the special teams give the Panthers a boost this season after Reid's punt return TD and Kenny Johnson's long kick return? And what can the defense led by Kyle Louis take from this contest into games against more challenging opponents in the ACC? Our duo answers those questions and more.

The Pitt football team lost two reserve linebackers for the season after Pat Narduzzi announced on Thursday that Jeremiah Marcelin and Jayden Bonsu are out for the season. How does that news affect the Panthers? What impact will that have on the linebackers for 2025? All that and more on today's Morning Pitt.