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Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to analyze Pitt's loss to Notre Dame and what it means for the Panthers' ACC title hopes. Was the ugly defeat a signal of how far Pat Narduzzi's program still has to go? Or will it perform better against conference competition? Can Mason Heintschel shake off the adversity as a freshman? And are Kyle Louis, Rasheem Biles and the Pitt front seven a threat to every team left on their schedule, including ranked Georgia Tech and Miami teams? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders Narduzzi going up against old rival James Franklin now that he's been hired as Virginia Tech's coach. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to discuss the surprising popularity of Steelers backup QBs Will Howard and Mason Rudolph. Why are some fans so eager to see both with future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers in place as the starter? Is there any world where Howard, a rookie, is ready for meaningful NFL snaps if Rodgers can't play in NFL Week 12 because of his injury? What is his upside at the NFL level? And why have some fans moved on so quickly from Rudolph's struggles that they lamented early in his career as the backup to Ben Roethlisberger? Our duo tackles those questions, plus some AFC North topics. Will Steelers fans regret the team not taking Shedeur Sanders in the NFL draft if he thrives in his first start for the Browns? Are the Bengals a bad team even if Joe Burrow is able to return at some point this season? And are Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry and the Ravens really as dangerous to the Steelers in division race as some perceive them to be? 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 Paul Zeise considers coach Mike Tomlin's options in his defense's secondary, ahead of an NFL Week 12 matchup with the Chicago Bears. This show is presented by FanDuel. Should Darius Slay be benched in favor of red-hot James Pierre at cornerback? Or does it make the most sense to stick with the battle-tested veteran opposite Joey Porter Jr. Especially considering his gaudy contract? Where does Brandin Echols belong in the conversation? And with Slay starting this week either way, how long should Tomlin and DC Teryl Austin continue to stick with him if he struggles? Paul tackles those questions, plus the latest with the Aaron Rodgers injury situation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On their weekly Serving Up Pitt volleyball podcast, presented by FanDuel, Post-Gazette insider Abby Schnable and former Panthers standout react to a weekend loss at Stanford and what it means for coach Dan Fisher's team. Why is Pitt having trouble closing out sets? And how can Olivia Babcock and Co. fix the issue with the NCAA tournament looming? How important were Sophia Gregoire's contributions in a win against California later in the weekend? What are Abby and Cat's ideal starting lineups? And how are they sizing up the three-way ACC championship battle between Pitt, Stanford and Louisville? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise takes stock of the Steelers' rivalry with the Cincinnati Bengals following the spitting incident between Jalen Ramsey and Ja'Marr Chase in NFL Week 11. Has the moment reignited the bitter rivalry teams have have shared over the years? Evoking the days of Vontaze Burfict, Antonio Brown and others? Should Chase have been suspended for more than one game by the NFL over the incident? And will fans now rally behind Ramsey because of the incident? Paul tackles those topics, then reacts to the latest news from coach Mike Tomlin regarding the Aaron Rodgers' injury and Mason Rudolph potentially taking over as the starter at QB. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise react LIVE to the Steelers' NFL Week 11 rematch with the AFC North rival Cincinnati Bengals at Acrisure Stadium. This show is presented by FanDuel. Were Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Jaylen Warren, Pat Freiermuth, Darnell Washington and OC Arthur Smith's offense able to take advantage of the struggling Bengals defense, as many expected? How did Jalen Ramsey, Kyle Dugger, Joey Porter Jr. and the revamped secondary able to match up with Joe Flacco, Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and the Bengals' passing game after struggles again them in the first meeting? And were T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig, Alex Highsmith and Cam Heyward able to get more pressure up front? 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.

We have finally have a state budget, our national government is opening back up, and Sen. John Fetterman just dropped a new memoir spilling the tea on why he and Gov. Josh Shapiro no longer speak. Host Megan Harris, executive producer Mallory Falk, and producer Sophia Lo discuss the latest political news. Plus, they explain why the Post-Gazette's three-year-long strike isn't necessarily over, despite lots of celebration. Read the court rulings we referenced about the P-G labor dispute here and here. Notes and references from today's show: Sen. John Fetterman Explains Decision To Join Republicans To Reopen The Government [The View] John Fetterman's Memoir Is Unlike Any Politician's Book You've Read [NYTimes] John Fetterman makes a case for himself. It's not very convincing [WaPo] Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood Sweater Drive [Children's Museum] Dave McCormick wants New Yorkers unhappy with Zohran Mamdani's win to come to Pennsylvania [Philadelphia Inquirer] Post-Gazette Strikers Win Three Year Strike [CWA] 3rd Circuit rules against Pittsburgh Post-Gazette in labor dispute with strikers [WESA] Third Circuit Court of Appeals rules for striking Pittsburgh journalists [Union Progress] Pittsburgh's Best Gift Shops for Any Occasion [City Cast Pittsburgh] $50.1B budget that ends impasse sends $565M to needy schools, makes key climate concession [Spotlight PA] Pittsburgh mayor-elect nominates former police commander Jason Lando as chief [WTAE] UPMC closing narcotics addiction treatment program in Wilkinsburg due to location issue [CBS Pittsburgh] Learn more about the sponsors of this November 14th episode: Fulton Commons Heinz History Center Pittsburgh Opera City Theatre Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to assess the Steelers' use of their running game. Should they be feeding the ball to Jaylen Warren more as one of their most consistent options on offense? What about reserves Kenneth Gainwell and Kaleb Johnson? Could Arthur Smith be doing a better job of play calling with his running game to avoid predictable outcomes? And how does the growth of Mason McCormick, Zach Frazier, Troy Fautanu and the offensive line factor into the conversation? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders what's at stake in the NFL Week 11 rematch with the AFC North rival Cincinnati Bengals. Could Mike Tomlin's job finally be in trouble if his team loses to the Bengals -- sans Joe Burrow -- for a second time in 2025? What are the playoff chances for this team if it drops this game? And how does this season's playoff scenario compare to those of the past couple of years Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to preview Pitt football's ranked showdown against Notre Dame at Acrisure Stadium. This show is presented by FanDuel. Do the Panthers need a win to generate buzz in the city? More than they need it for their ACC and College Football Playoff chances, as coach Pat Narduzzi alluded to this week? Do Desmond Reid, Rasheem Biles, Kyle Louis and Co. deserve better than double-digit underdog status? Could QB Mason Heintschel become a hot commodity on the transfer market this offseason if he's able to lead an upset? And how do the Pitt linebackers match up with Jeremiyah Love and the Fighting Irish running game? Our duo tackles those questions and previews the Pitt-West Virginia Backyard Brawl rivalry game in basketball as well. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On their weekly Serving Up Pitt volleyball podcast, Post-Gazette insider Abby Schnable and for Panthers standout Cat Flood recap the weekend victory against Virginia and look ahead to a crucial matchup against No. 5 Stanford this week. What did we learn about settle Haiti Tautua after she stepped up against the Cavaliers? Why will serving/receiving plus blocking be huge factors for coach Dan Fisher's team against the Cardinal? Will National Player of the Year semifinalists Olivia Babcock or Elia Rubin shine brighter for Pitt and Stanford, respectively? And how could the outcome factor into their individual award battle? 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.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise evaluates the Steelers' coaching staff amid the team's recent funk of three losses in the past four games. Does coach Mike Tomlin deserve the most criticism for the team's performance? Or some credit for the defense's recent turnaround? What is OC Arthur Smith's level of blame as his unit has regressed? With stars Aaron Rodgers and DK Metcalf suffering the biggest dips in performance? And where does DC Teryl Austin fit into the equation? With T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith, Nick Herbig and the pass rush surging. But Jalen Ramsey, Darius Slay and others creating questions in the secondary? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable react to the Pitt basketball team's victory against Eastern Washington and look ahead to the Backyard Brawl rivalry game with West Virginia later this week. This show is presented by FanDuel. What did coach Jeff Capel's Panthers show in winning without star Brandin Cummings? Did Omari Witherspoon and Barry Dunning Jr. prove that they can be contributors amid their increased opportunities? And what should we make of Cam Corhen's strong start to the season? Has he made enough improvements to take the next step? Or does he still need to display consistency? 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.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to news that the Steelers are signing free agent cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. to their practice squad. What can the veteran bring to the struggling secondary? Will he fit well alongside names like Joey Porter Jr., Darius Slay, Jalen Ramsey, Brandin Echols and James Pierre? Will his coverage help names like T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig generate more pressure on QBs up front? Can Samuel help coach Mike Tomlin's defense stop tough passing threats, beginning this week with an NFL Week 11 rematch against the Joe Flacco, Ja'Marr Chase and the Cincinnati Bengals? And does this move make up for GM Omar Khan's lack of action at the NFL trade deadline? Paul tackles those questions and more on the offensive side, where Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Jaylen Warren and others are looking for more success. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise react LIVE to the Steelers' NFL Week 10 Sunday Night Football matchup with the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. This show is presented by FanDuel. Which QB in the matchup was better? Aaron Rodgers or Justin Herbert? Were Jalen Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr., Darius Slay Jr. and Kyle Dugger able to slow talented Chargers receivers Ladd McConkey, Keenan Allen and Quentin Johnston? How did Cam Heyward, T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig, Payton Wilson, Keeanu Benton and Derrick Harmon deal with the potent Chargers running game? And were Steelers pass catchers DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Roman Wilson, Pat Freiermuth, Darnell Washington and Jonnu Smith able to find space? Our duo tackles those questions, as well as the performance of coaches including Mike Tomlin, OC Arthur Smith and DC Teryl Austin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to ponder Penn State football's future in the Big Ten landscape amid Indiana's meteoric rise with the two teams facing off this weekend. This show is presented by FanDuel. Are the second-ranked Hoosiers a short-term flash in the pan under coach Curt Cignetti? Or are they here to stay beyond 2025? Do they have the resources to challenge the Nittany Lions on the field in the years to come? Or will they revert into something closer to their historical also-ran status in the Big Ten? And what's the importance of Terry Smith, Ethan Grunkemeyer, Kaytron Allen and Dani Dennis-Sutton managing an upset this weekend at the program level? Our duo tackles those questions; the possibility that Curt Cignetti could still be an option in the Penn State coaching search to replace James Franklin; and the viability of other candidates including Texas A&M's Mike Elko, Vanderbilt's Clark Lea and Georgia Tech's Brent Key. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Thursday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to analyze reports that free agent CB Asante Samuel Jr. will visit the Steelers next week. Would GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin securing a deal with the veteran make up for their quiet NFL trade deadline? Or would it still be reasonable for fans to want to see more new faces beyond Kyle Dugger and Marquez Valdes-Scantling? What are the chances Sameul ever arrives here considering broad interest in him from teams around the league? If the Steelers miss out, will they regret not adding a CB next to Jalen Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr. and Darius Slay Jr.? And what should we make of reports saying Khan was close to completing a deal for Jakobi Meyers or another WR to pair with DK Metcalf as a weapon for Aaron Rodgers? Our duo tackles those questions and takes stock of the Steelers' place in the AFC pecking order. Were the wins against the Colts and Patriots flukes because of the many turnovers generated in those games? And what will it say about this team if it can win in NFL Week 10 against the Los Angeles Chargers? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to take stock of Pitt football's ACC title and College Football Playoff chances following a big win against Stanford. This show is presented by FanDuel. Is a conference title starting to feel like a real possibility after stumbles from Miami and Georgia Tech this past weekend? If Pitt is able to beat those teams plus Notre Dame in its final three games, does it have a viable CFP path as an at-large if ACC tiebreakers don't go the Panthers' way? Do coach Pat Narduzzi and OC Kade Bell have some depth in the running game now with the emergence of Ja'Kyrian Turner behind Desmond Reid? And how good can this defense be with Kyle Louis back healthy and Rasheem Biles trending in that direction? 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 this episode of their Serving Up Pitt volleyball podcast, Post-Gazette insider Abby Schnable and former Panthers player Cat Flood take a look at everything surrounding the team after last weekend's breezy win over Duke and their victory in a five-set battle with North Carolina. Will the Panthers be better prepared for the postseason after dealing with all of these close, five-set matches? Olivia Babcock finished with 45 kills against the Tar Heels, breaking the program record she set just two weeks prior vs. Louisville, but is Pitt relying on her too much? Who could step up as a consistent No. 2 hitter for the Panthers? And how much does it help the Panthers that players like Ryla Jones and Mallorie Meyer are coming into their own? 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.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise analyzes the Steelers' defense ahead of its NFL Week 10 matchup with the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. Have coach Mike Tomlin and DC Teryl Austin made enough adjustments for the defense to perform better against a potent passing attack led by Justin Herbert and Ladd McConkey than it did against Joe Flacco, Ja'Marr Chase and the Bengals? Or Jordan Love, Tucker Kraft and the Packers? Will Jalen Ramsey's move to safety continue to pay off? How much pressure can he and new acquisition Kyle Dugger take off corners like Darius Slay Jr. and Joey Porter Jr.? And will the rush continue to get home with names like T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith, Payton Wilson, Nick Herbig and others? Paul tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On their latest Pirates offseason podcast, presented by FanDuel, Post-Gazette insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley talk Paul Skenes being nominated as a Cy Young finalist as well as the Dodgers' World Series win this past week. How has Skenes' game evolved over the past couple of years to now put him in position to win the award as the National League's best pitcher? What impact could the big Fall Classic audience have on labor talks this offseason? Are the Dodgers' business practices of spending a lot to win good or bad for baseball? Especially viewed through the lens of owner Bob Nutting, GM Ben Cherington, manager Don Kelly and how they run the Pirates? And what did we learn about the Pirates' minor league system this year? With top prospects including Konnor Griffin, Bubba Chandler, Edward Florentino, Yonleg Gaetano and Esmerlyn Valdez? 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.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise gives his thoughts on the Steelers' moves -- or lack thereof -- at the NFL trade deadline. Did GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin properly balance the team's present with its future? Especially with numerous extra NFL draft picks in hand with the event coming to Pittsburgh? Did they secure enough help for the struggling secondary around names like Jalen Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr., Kyle Dugger, Darius Slay Jr. and Brandin Echols? Does Aaron Rodgers now have enough pass-catching help alongside names like DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Roman Wilson, Darnell Washington, Jonnu Smith and Pat Freiermuth? And how much can the acquisition of Marquez Valdes-Scantling bolster the group? Paul tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On their weekly WPIAL and City League football podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Mike White and Keith Barnes ponder the first week of playoff action and what comes next. What was good - and not-so-good? The turnaround stories with New Castle, Frazier, Chartiers-Houston, and Apollo-Ridge continued. Among the big games this week is Thomas Jefferson vs. McKeesport in a battle of running backs, Kemon Spell of McKeesport and Tyler Eber of Thomas Jefferson. It's also a rematch of last year's WPIAL championship. It's Aliquippa and New Castle - again. Can the return of Aliquippa QB Marques Council mean a return trip to the title game for the Quips? Plus, Mike and Keith predict the winners of every playoff game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise ponders the Steelers' options ahead of the NFL trade deadline Tuesday. This show is presented by FanDuel. Should GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin be aggressive in making moves after their team took down one of the NFL's best in Week 9 against the Indianapolis Colts? Should they look to give QB Aaron Rodgers another weapon alongside DK Metcalf, Roman Wilson, Calvin Austin III, Pat Freiermuth, Jonnu Smith or Darnell Washington? Or would another pass catcher not receive enough targets in OC Arthur Smith's offense to be worthwhile? And does this defense still need another DB next to Jalen Ramsey, Kyle Dugger, Darius Slay Jr. and Joey Porter Jr.? Or did the win against the Colts ease concern about the secondary? Paul 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.

The Steelers defense held the NFL's leading rusher, Jonathan Taylor, to 45 yards. The defensive line receives an A+ from all of us, and Ray Fittipaldo of the Post-Gazette. The linebackers earn an A+. Payton Wilson had 14 tackles, an interception, and a deflected ball for an interception. Joe gives the Steelers secondary an A-. The World Series was incredible and ended in extra innings in Game 7.

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise react LIVE to the Steelers' NFL Week 9 matchup with the Indianapolis Colts at Acrisure Stadium. This show is presented by FanDuel. Were Jalen Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr., Darius Slay Jr., Brandin Echols and new acquisition Kyle Dugger able to improve in pass defense against the potent Colts attack led by Daniel Jones, Michael Pittman, Tyler Warren and Alex Pierce? How did T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Derrick Harmon, Alex Highsmith, Nick Herbig and Keeanu Benton manage in run defense against explosive back Jonathan Taylor? And were Aaron Rodgers, Jaylen Warren, DK Metcalf, Pat Freiermuth, Calvin Austin III, Roman Wilson and the offense able to keep up with one of the hottest offenses in the NFL? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise joins host Adam Bittner to ponder the Steelers' persistent problems at the cornerback position. Does coach Mike Tomlin get too enamored with aging veterans like Patrick Peterson, Donte Jackson, Darius Slay Jr. and Jalen Ramsey? Is he too impressed by past accomplishments compared to present-day ability? And will ever figure out how to develop young corners like Joey Porter Jr., Cory Trice Jr. and others through the years to their full potential? Our duo tackles those questions, then analyzes the remaining schedule and the Steelers' chances of making the playoffs. Can Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, T.J. Watt and Cam Heyward generate enough wins against teams like the Bills, Lions, Colts, Chargers and Ravens to make the NFL playoffs? Or are they more likely than not to miss the tournament? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On their latest Pirates offseason podcast, presented by FanDuel, Post-Gazette insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley analyze the club's bullpen and options for it this offseason for GM Ben Cherington and manager Don Kelly. Is Dennis Santana a viable long-term replacement for David Bednar at closer? Can new pitching coach Bill Murphy help Colin Holderman? And how should the front office consider adding to a group that also includes names like Isaac Mattson, Carmen Mlodzinski and Dauri Moreta? Our duo tackles those questions, then reacts to Derek Shelton being hired as the Minnesota Twins' new manager. 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 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.

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise joins host Adam Bittner to discuss the recent firings of Brian Kelly at LSU and Billy Napier at Florida and how they might impact Penn State football's coaching search for a James Franklin replacement. This show is presented by FanDuel. Do those two schools have more attractive jobs than Penn State does? And could that perception impact AD Pat Kraft's ability to land his top choice or choices? And should Penn State consider Kelly as a replacement given his track record of consistent winning? Or has his act worn thin in too many previous stops? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders the weekend matchup with Ohio State. Could coach Terry Smith, QB Ethan Grunkemeyer, RB Kaytron Allen and DE Dani Dennis-Sutton lead this team to a shocking upset? And how closely should Penn State be looking at Buckeyes OC Brian Harline for their top job given the success of young assistants like Dan Lanning and Kenny Dillingham? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the Steelers trade for New England Patriots safety Kyle Dugger. This show is presented by FanDuel. Will he prove to be the missing piece in coach Mike Tomlin's struggling secondary? How will he fit alongside names like Jalen Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr., Darius Slay Jr., Juan Thornhill and Jabrill Peppers? And what will his role be if injured safety DeShon Elliott is able to return to the lineup after his injury scare? Paul tackles those questions and more ahead of an NFL Week 9 matchup with the Indianapolis Colts at Acrisure Stadium, in which Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Jaylen Warren and the Steelers offense will have to keep pace with Daniel Jones, Jonathan Taylor, Michael Pittman as explosive counterparts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise gives his thoughts on the state of the Steelers' coaching staff following losses to the Bengals and Packers in NFL Weeks 7 and 8, respectively. Should DC Teryl Austin be on the hot seat as his star-studded unit that includes names like T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Nick Herbig, Alex Highsmith, Jalen Ramsey and Patrick Queen has struggled? Would firing him actually change anything? Or does blame for the unit's performance ultimately rest with coach Mike Tomlin? And what are realistic expectations for a midseason turnaround? Paul 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.

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Noah Hiles react LIVE to the Steelers' NFL Week 8 Sunday Night Football matchup with the Green Bay Packers at Acrisure Stadium. How did QB Aaron Rodgers perform against his long-time team? Was he able to put up points with offensive personnel including DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Roman Wilson, Pat Freiermuth, Darnell Washington, Jonnu Smith, Jaylen Warren, Kaleb Johnson and Kenneth Gainwell? Or were Micah Parsons and the Packers defense able to keep him in check? Who won the coaching matchup between Mike Tomlin and Matt LaFleur? How did DBs Jalen Ramsey, DeShon Elliott, Joey Porter Jr. and Darius Slay Jr. hold up in a tough matchup against Jordan Love after a rough outing against the Bengals? And how much pressure were T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Keeanu Benton, Patrick Queen, Derrick Harmon and Nick Herbig able to generate? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to ponder the Steelers' options at the NFL trade deadline amid struggles from the prospective rookie class of QBs in the NFL draft. Should coach Mike Tomlin and GM Omar Khan still be hoarding picks to select names like Drew Allar, Arch Manning, Garrett Nussmeier and Cade Klubnik, even as they've struggled to meet expectations? Or should they consider trading some picks for a proven wide receiver for QB Aaron Rodgers to complement his current pass catching options including DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Roman Wilson, Jonnu Smith, Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington? And if they do make a deal, do names like Jaylen Waddle of the Dolphins, Chris Olave of the Saints and Jakobi Meyers of the Raiders make sense? Our duo tackles those topics, plus Rodgers' future with the team past 2025. Could he have longevity within OC Arthur Smith's offense? Or could he wear thin as Russell Wilson did when the team hits the tougher portions of its schedule? 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 Penn State football chat, host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise ponder how meaningful the Nittany Lions results for the rest of the season will be. Will more struggles under interim coach Terry Smith from OC Andy Kotelnicki and DC Jim Knowles further validate James Franklin's firing as coach? Or has the move given the team permission to lose focus on 2025? Do Ethan Grunkemeyer, Kaytron Allen, Dani Dennis-Sutton and Co. have any hope of upsetting Ryan Day and Ohio State or Curt Cignetti and Indiana? Do Matt Rhule's results at Nebraska for the season matter to his candidacy to replace Franklin? Or will Joe Paterno supporters want him to take over the Lions regardless? And what are the chances under-the-radar names like Pat Fitzgerald, Kliff Kingsbury and Matt Campbell emerge as candidates in the search? 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.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise gives his thoughts on the Steelers quarterback situation through the lens of Russell Wilson and Justin Fields struggling elsewhere, with Fields notably drawing criticism this week from his New York Jets owner, Woody Johnson. Do coach Mike Tomlin and general manager Omar Khan deserve more credit for zeroing in on Aaron Rodgers when he became available this offseason? Could Wilson or Fields have had similar success in Arthur Smith's offense with weapons like DK Metcalf, Jonnu Smith and Pat Freiermuth around them? And will the ultimate outcome be any different with Rodgers than it might have been with Wilson or Fields in the form of an NFL playoffs victory? Paul tackles those topics and gives his thoughts on the matchup looming Sunday night against the Green Bay Packers at Acrisure Stadium. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Saturday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to sort through the level of blame coach Mike Tomlin deserves for the NFL Week 7 loss to the AFC North rival Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday Night Football. Was the game plan flawed from the start? Where was the pressure from the pass rush and stars like T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Nick Herbig, Keeanu Benton, Derick Harmon and others? Were the 3- and 4-man rushes frequently deployed simply not enough to disrupt Bengals QB Joe Flacco and star WRs Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, leading to problems in the secondary for Joey Porter Jr., Jalen Ramsey and others? And why haven't names like Benton, Payton Wilson and others developed as much as many fans had hoped under Tomlin? Our duo tackles those questions, plus the performance of the tight ends. Who's the best player from the group of Darnell Washington, Pat Freiermuth and Jonnu Smith right now? Are they enough for Aaron Rodgers to have success in the passing game beyond DK Metcalf most weeks? And should GM Omar Khan consider trading any of them for a second wide receiver who's an upgrade over Calvin Austin III and Roman Wilson? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.

In his weekly Penn State YouTube segment, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise joins host Adam Bittner to react to the Nittany Lions' firing of coach James Franklin this week. Was the move by AD Pat Kraft too impulsive in hindsight? Did he deserve at least another year considering Penn State was in the Big Ten championship and College Football Playoff less than a year ago? What does Paul make of legacy candidates for the job including Nebraska's Matt Rhule and Cincinnati Bengals DC Al Golden, both of whom played for Joe Paterno in Happy Valley? And what should we make of Curt Cignetti's new deal at Indiana and his potential to take the Penn State job? 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.

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise react LIVE to the Steelers' NFL Week 7 Thursday Night Football matchup with the AFC North rival Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Were Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Darnell Washington and others able to maintain their momentum in the passing game? How did Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu, Zach Frazier and the offensive line perform against the Bengals' pass rush? Were they able to clear running room for RBs Jaylen Warren, Kaleb Johnson and Kenneth Gainwell against a porous Bengals secondary? On the defensive side, how well was the secondary led by Joey Porter Jr., Jalen Ramsey and DeShon Elliott able to contain star Bengals receivers Ja'Marr Case and Tee Higgins? And how effective was the pass rush led by T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Nick Herbig, Alex Highsmith, Keeanu Benton and Derrick Harmon against Bengals QB Joe Flacco? Our duo tackles those questions, plus the coaching performance of Mike Tomlin and coordinators Arthur Smith and Teryl Asutin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's Varsity Xtra Podcast, Post-Gazette high school insiders Keith Barnes and Mike White take a look at what Penn State recruits from the WPIAL -- including Fort Cherry's Matt Sieg and McKeesport's Kemon Spell -- might do following James Franklin's firing as coach. They also look back at interim coach Terry Smith's time in the WPIAL as a player and coach. Later, they tackle some hot topics on the field in Wester Pa. Could Thomas Jefferson or Aliquippa really miss the WPIAL playoffs? Can Fox Chapel's Harran Zureikat break the state record for longest field goal of 64 yards? Trinity's Jonah Williamson and South Allegheny's Drew Cook are this week's "shining stars," and the guys serve up predictions of the top games this week: Montour at Aliquippa; Elizabeth Forward at Southmoreland; South Side at Laurel; North Allegheny at Pine-Richland; Canon-McMillan at Norwin; Central Valley at Hopewell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to Steelers coach Mike Tomlin's weekly news conference ahead of an NFL Week 7 matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday Night Football. Why did Tomlin call out the Cleveland Browns and GM Andrew Berry so harshly for their trade of Joe Flacco to the AFC North rival Bengals? Are his frustrations with the intradivision trade valid? Or was there merit to the deal for both sides? Paul gives his thoughts on those questions, plus the win over the Browns in NFL Week 6. Have Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Jaylen Warren and the offense started to find an identity? Or should we take big numbers against the Browns with a grain of salt? And how sustainable is the pass rush from names like T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig, Derrick Harmon, Cam Heyward and Jalen Ramsey against superior competition? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise react LIVE to the Steelers' NFL Week 6 matchup with the AFC North rival Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Was coach Mike Tomlin's defense able to keep its momentum from the Dublin, Ireland win against the Minnesota Vikings going? Were names like T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Nick Herbig, Keeanu Benton and Derrick Harmon able to build on a six-sack effort with consistent pressure on Browns rookie QB Dillon Gabriel? How did the backfield shape up in Jaylen Warren's return from injury? And were Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Jonnu Smith and others able to have more downfield passing success? Our duo tackles those questions and more. The stream will begin 10-15 minutes after the game's conclusion on CBS. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of their Serving Up Pitt volleyball podcast, Post-Gazette insider Abby Schnable and former Panthers player Cat Flood take a look at everything surrounding the team after last weekend's wins over Clemson and Georgia Tech. What can Pitt take away from its victories over the Tigers and Yellow Jackets? Are the Panthers being disrespected at No. 4 in the AVCA rankings, behind Kentucky, a team they've already beaten this season in straight sets? How is the team evolving as the season goes on? How has last season's AVCA Player of the Year Olivia Babcock improved her defense? Plus, Cat shares some of her experiences playing professionally in Peru. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live around 5 p.m. Eastern, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise weighs in on the Cleveland Browns QB situation ahead of an NFL Week 6 matchup with the Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Should T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey and the Steelers defense be happy about facing rookie Dillon Gabriel within the AFC North? Or would they have preferred to face Joe Flacco, who was traded to the Bengals this week? And did Browns coach Kevin Stefanski make the right choice in Gabriel over draft classmate Shedeur Sanders? Paul tackles those questions as well as the Steelers' tight-end usage with Pat Freiermuth seeing limited reps next to Darnell Washington and Jonnu Smith. Is it the right move for QB Aaron Rodgers and OC Arthur Smith's unit? Or should he be a big part of the passing game along with names like DK Metcalf and Calvin Austin III? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the WPIAL regular season has only three weeks remaining, will Ben Hays, running back from small Bentworth High, win the WPIAL rushing title? Our high school insiders Keith Barnes and Mike White play the "yay" or "nay" game on will anyone score on Clairton again this regular season? Will New Castle freshman phenom Marino take a spot among the elite freshmen in WPIAL history. Fox Chapel kicker Harran Zureikat set a WPIAL record last with a field goal and is one shining star, along with Mars' Ayden Yocum. We have predictions for the big games of Mars vs. McKeesport, Chartiers Valley at Trinity, Bishop Canevin vs. Fort Cherry, Leechburg vs. Clairton, South Side vs. Neshannock and Westinghouse vs. University Prep. Plus, we take a look back at former New Castle star Bruce Clark, one of the WPIAL's all-time greats who last week was inducted into the first New Castle Hall of Fame class. For more sports, visit Post-Gazette.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live around 5:30 p.m. Eastern, Post-Gazette columnist Paul Zeise previews the Penguins season ahead of their opener Tuesday against the New York Rangers. Should fans steel themselves for another year of losing? Can Sidney Crosby continue his excellent play? Is this the last ride for longtime stars like Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang? Will new coach Dan Muse inject some life into the club? Will veterans like Bryan Rust and Rickard Rakell be on the roster at the end of the season? And how will young prospects like Rutger McGroarty, Ville Koivunen, Ben Kindel and Harrison Brunicke factor in? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette columnist Paul Zeise will go live to talk about the Steelers at the bye week. Has Aaron Rodgers fully developed chemistry with his Steelerss teammates, especially DK Metcalf? How far can he take this offense as he gets more comfortable playing in Arthur Smith's system? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette columnist Paul Zeise will talk about the status of the Steelers at the bye week. How good can this defense led by T.J. Watt, Jalen Ramsey and Co. be when at full strength with the likes of Alex Highsmith ? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of her Serving Up Pitt volleyball podcast, Post-Gazette insider Abby Schnable welcomes Panthers freshman Izzy Masten. Izzy talks about the reasons she decided to graduate high school early and the ways she's had to adjust to collegiate, high-level volleyball. Izzy also talks about her role so far this season, as she's made waves from the service line and even made "SportsCenter" with one of her many defensive plays. Izzy also gives her takeaways from Pitt's season so far and gives her keys to a successful rest of the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.