Podcast appearances and mentions of ray fittipaldo

On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel, host Noah Hiles welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to look ahead to the team's NFL playoffs matchup with the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium. Will Houston's top-ranked offense present the toughest challenge of the year to OC Arthur Smith's unit? How will he game plan around vaunted pass rushers like Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson Jr.? Can QB Aaron Rodgers and pass catchers including DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Pat Freiermuth, Adam Thielen and others avoid trouble against a secondary with a proven ability to force turnovers? And will the Steelers be able to use Kenneth Gainwell out of the backfield as much as they might like? Our duo tackles those questions, then reacts to Metcalf's return to the team's facility Monday and what it may mean for coach Mike Tomlin's team moving forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo recap coach Mike Tomlin's weekly news conference ahead of an NFL playoffs matchup with the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium. Why did coach Mike Tomlin bring his players in the day after the dramatic AFC North-clinching game against the Ravens? Can he and DC Teryl Austin fix the coverage breakdowns that led to long touchdowns for Baltimore's Lamar Jackson against DBs like Jalen Ramsey and Kyle Dugger? What's next for the offense after QB Aaron Rodgers was able to rally playmakers including Calvin Austin III, Pat Freiermuth and Kenneth Gainwell in the absence of DK Metcalf? And how is this week's matchup against Houston shaping up differently? 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 this hour of Live Bet Sunday, Scott Seidenberg delves into the last minutes of week eighteen's NFL afternoon slate and recaps the day of football so far. Ray Fittipaldo also joins the show to talk about the Pittsburgh Steelers and their matchup tonight against the Baltimore Ravens. Plus, get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN pro. Grab your first month for only $9.99 or take over 15% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD25. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Monday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo react the NFL Week 18 victory against the Baltimore Ravens that clinched the AFC North division and a home NFL playoffs game. Is coach Mike Tomlin's team proving its resilience in the closing weeks of the season and positioning itself as a dangerous foe for the postseason? Has Aaron Rodgers' veteran influence been evident, particularly on offense with names like Kenneth Gainwell, Calvin Austin III, Jaylen Warren, Pat Freiermuth and others? And what T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey and the defense show in overcoming three long touchdown passes from Ravens QB Lamar Jackson? Our duo tackles those questions and ponders what the return of receiver DK Metcalf could mean for Adam Thielen, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Jonnu Smith and the rest of the pass catching group ahead of the wild-card playoff game against the Houston Texans next Monday night 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.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo react to the NFL Week 18 victory that clinched the AFC North title and a date with the Houston Texans to start the NFL playoffs next week. How much credit does QB Aaron Rodgers deserve for a clutch fourth quarter that included a game-winning touchdown pass to Calvin Austin III? Especially in the absence of top receiver DK Metcalf? How did Kenneth Gainwell, Pat Freiermuth, Jaylen Warren and the rest of the offense overcome multiple long touchdowns from Lamar Jackson and the Ravens? What happened to Jalen Ramsey, Cam Heyward, T.J. Watt and the defense on some of those long scores for Zay Flowers and the Ravens offense? And what are this team's chances vs. C.J. Stroud and Houston next week? 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.

The linebackers had an up and down game. Lamar Jackson played great in the fourth quarter. Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig had opportunities and missed some, but converted on many too. Both teams played with high risk to try to win the division. Ray Fittipaldo of the Post-Gazette in his report card gives the linebackers a B-. Bob gives the linebackers a B.

Ray thinks T.J. Watt WILL PLAY on Sunday but will be limited in the game. He thinks Watt will play 60-65% of the snaps and if he will dress, Watt will have "If he's going to dress, I think he's going to have a big role." Ray expects to see a lot of Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell against Baltimore. Ray predicts the Steelers to LOSE to the Ravens on Sunday!

Hour 2 with Donny Football: Ray thinks T.J. Watt WILL PLAY on Sunday but will be limited in the game. He thinks Watt will play 60-65% of the snaps and "If he's going to dress, I think he's going to have a big role." Ray expects to see a lot of Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell against Baltimore. The Numbers Game in Steelers-Ravens winner takes all for the AFC North.

Hour 4: Donny is very excited for today's Rocky anniversary. Ray Fittipaldo joins the show to preview Steelers-Ravens. And the guys try to figure out what happened to WWE's library that disappeared from Peacock.

Hour 1: Donny Football back in for the guys on the first day of 2026! The last half-decade hasn't been good for Pittsburgh sports. Which Pittsburgh team is closest to a championship right now? And Jason Mackey joins the show to give a look at the Pirates' and Penguins' new year outlook. Hour 2: Donny gives his New Year's resolutions for the Pittsburgh sports teams. Bob Pompeani once met Ryan Seacrest. And who are the most hated Ravens in the Pittsburgh-Baltimore rivalry? Hour 3: Nick Farabaugh and Steve Palazzalo join the show to talk the latest Steelers and NFL news. Dom wants the Rose Bowl to be the site of the national championship game every year. And the guys wonder what the best outcome is for Georgia-Ole Miss tonight. Hour 4: Donny is very excited for today's Rocky anniversary. Ray Fittipaldo joins the show to preview Steelers-Ravens. And the guys try to figure out what happened to WWE's library that disappeared from Peacock.

Ray Fittipaldo joins to give the latest on TJ Watt's outlook, Jim is astounded by seeing Ray on the video, will the Ravens run Henry all night, if the fans could turn on Tomlin, will it be a low-scoring game, his pick for team MVP, Hines Ward's HOF hopes. The Pens are coming off a couple impressive wins. Looking at their biggest stories of 2025 - Mike Sullivan moves on, FSG sells the team, Crosby becomes #1 all-time in Pens scoring, will Crosby ever be moved? The other Pittsburgh sports stories - Riverhounds, RMU hoops, Penn State's disastrous season, RichRod back at WVU, US Open in Oakmont, Neal Shipley. The top 10 stories of 2025

Ray Fittipaldo joins to give the latest on TJ Watt's outlook, Jim is astounded by seeing Ray on the video, will the Ravens run Henry all night, if the fans could turn on Tomlin, will it be a low-scoring game, his pick for team MVP, Hines Ward's HOF hopes.

Gary wraps up the year with his first guest of the year, Tiff Wells, as the two talk Hawaii men's volleyball, and Gary talks more on college football and men's basketball as well. Ray Fittipaldo from the Pittsburgh Post Gazette to talk more about the Steelers and their tumultuous last couple of weeks.

On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel, host Noah Hiles welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to look ahead to the team's NFL Week 18 matchup with the Baltimore Ravens that will determine the AFC North race. Will T.J. Watt be available for coach Mike Tomlin's defense with the season on the line? Or will DC Teryl Austin need to rely on Alex Highsmith, Jack Sawyer and Nick Herbig at outside linebacker onces again? And if so, are those guys ready for the challenge of slowing elite Ravens running back Derrick Henry? Our duo tackles those questions, then talks offense. How can OC Arthur Smith and QB Aaron Rodgers get more out of the unit than we saw last week against the Browns? Especially with DK Metcalf and possibly Darnell Washington out of action? Can they compensate with personnel like Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Adam Thielen, Scotty Miller, Pat Freiermuth and others? And get RBs Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell more involved? 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.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo recap coach Mike Tomlin's weekly news conference ahead of an NFL Week 18 matchup with the Baltimore Ravens that will decide the AFC North. They explain that Calvin Austin III, T.J. Watt, James Pierre, Isaac Seumalo and Brandin Echols are all trending in positive directions on the injury front but that Watt, at least, may be limited in terms of snap count. They also ponder ways OC Arthur Smith can boost the offense after an ugly outing in Week 17 against the Browns. Could we see QB Aaron Rodgers attempt to use a higher tempo to keep the Ravens off-balance in the absence of DK Metcalf? Will the play calls be more sensible on crucial downs? And will RB Kenneth Gainwell be more involved without having Myles Garrett to worry about on the blocking 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.

Ray Fittipaldo joins the guys to preview some of the storylines entering the Ravens vs Steelers matchup. Richard Skinner also called in for some thoughts on how the Bengals will approach the offseason.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo react to the NFL Week 17 loss to the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Back Field. What went wrong for coach Mike Tomlin in his latest loss to a team with a bad record? Why was OC Arthur Smith's unit unable to overcome the absence of receiver DK Metcalf? What does it mean for the AFC North winner-take-all game against the Ravens next week that Aaron Rodgers struggled so much in the passing game alongside pass catches including Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Scotty Miller, Adam Thielen, Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell and Pat Freiermuth? What the latest on TE Darnell Washington's injury? And how much credit do Cam Heyward, Jack Sawyer, Kyle Dugger, Jalen Ramsey and the defense deserve for keeping the team in the game despite the absence of T.J. Watt? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo react to the NFL Week 17 loss to the Cleveland Browns. Was QB Aaron Rodgers locked in on the wrong receivers with DK Metcalf out amid his suspension? Should names like Scotty Miller, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Adam Thielen be getting the ball as much as they did? Why wasn't Pat Freiermuth in the game more despite proving he's one of the team's better playmakers? Where were RBs Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell? And can OC Arthur Smith turn the passing game struggles around in time for Week 18, when the Steelers will face the Ravens in a winner-take-all game for the AFC North title? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders the team's run defense. Was yet another solid outing from the guys up front proof that this unit is ready to face Derrick Henry with the season on the line? To what extent can key players like Cam Heyward, Derrick Harmon, Jack Sawyer, Payton Wilson, Patrick Queen and others slow him down? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Happy Friday! We're back live with a full three hours post-Christmas. Dave Biddle is hanging out with us. Ohio State and Miami is 5 days away, David Pollack thinks Miami has the advantage. We make our NFL Picks. We play Overs and Unders. Who are the real and the fake Super Bowl contenders? We play Under Pressure. Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins the show. We go down a rabbit hole of Will Howard's season with the Buckeyes last year and how he was nationally perceived. Joe DeLeone of A to Z Sports. And we Tell the Truth.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from the team's practice Tuesday at its South Side facility, where coach Mike Tomlin held his weekly news conference. What did Tomlin have to say about DK Metcalf, who was suspended for two games for his altercation with a fan Sunday in Detroit? What is the team expecting from Metcalf's appeal, which will take place Tuesday evening in front of NFL commissioner Roger Goodell? Is this an opportunity for Roman Wilson, who has been a healthy scratch lately? Will Calvin Austin III be able to play against the Browns? Would Tomlin sit veterans like Aaron Rodgers and Cam Heyward if the Ravens lose to the Packers on Sunday, rendering the Steelers-Browns moot? Why were they so good on third downs in Detroit? And why is Tomlin being more aggressive on fourth downs? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Tuesday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel, host Noah Hiles welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to receiver DK Metcalf's two-game suspension for an altercation with a fan last week in Detroit. Was the suspension length fair? What impact will it have on OC Arthur Smith, QB Aaron Rodgers and pass catchers including Adam Thielen, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Calvin Austin III, Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell, Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington? And could Metcalf's absence ultimately cost the Steelers the AFC North title and a playoff spot? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders how coach Mike Tomlin and key players including Cam Heyward, Derrick Harmon, Alex Highsmith, Jack Sawyer, Keeanu Benton and others have improved the team's run defense. Even in the absence of T.J. Watt. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo recap the NFL Week 16 victory against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Is coach Mike Tomlin's team a legit AFC playoff threat after taking down Jared Goff, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jahmyr Gibbs and a desperate Lions team? What was working for OC Arthur Smith's unit, led by QB Aaron Rodgers; RBs Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell; WRs Adam Thielen, Scotty Miller and DK Metcalf; and TE Darnell Washington? And how much praise do Cam Heyward, Derrick Harmon, Jack Sawyer, Jalen Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr. and the defense deserve for limiting the Lions' potent offense? Especially in the absence of T.J. Watt? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo react to an NFL Week 16 victory against the Detroit Lions. Did coach Mike Tomlin's team prove it is built for late-season and NFL playoffs success after beating the potent Lions offense led by Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs and Amon-Ra St. Brown? Why were Alex Highsmith, Jack Sawyer, Derrick Harmon, Cam Heyward and the run defense able to have so much success against Gibbs? How much of a strength is the running game becoming on offense. With Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell finding huge holes even behind a patchwork offensive line? And is this an identity that can be maintained in the coming weeks? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders DK Metcalf's altercation with a fan in the stands at Ford Field. Could the NFL suspend him? And if so, what impact would that have on QB Aaron Rodgers and a passing game that's hit its stride the past few weeks with names like Adam Thielen, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Scotty Miller in the mix? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Donny Football: Steelers reporter Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. Ray doesn't think T.J. Watt will play in Detroit. Nick Herbig hasn't practiced with a hamstring. Derrick Harmon is good to go and is going back home to play since his time at Michigan State. Ray has 41-38 Lions with Jared Goff MVP. The Numbers Game in Steelers-Lions.

Ray doesn't think T.J. Watt will play in Detroit. Nick Herbig hasn't practiced with a hamstring. Derrick Harmon is good to go and is going back home to play since his time at Michigan State. Ray thinks Kenneth Gainwell needs to be a priority for the Steelers in the offseason. Ray has 41-38 Lions with Jared Goff MVP.

On his weekly Chipped Ham & Football podcast, presented by FanDuel, Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko welcomes Ray Fittipaldo to look ahead at the rest of the season and into next year. Are the Steelers finding potential puzzle pieces for next season in guys on one-year deals like Kenneth Gainwell and Asante Samuel Jr.? Is Dylan Cook carving out a real, meaningful role for himself in Broderick Jones' absence? Will Andrus Peat and James Pierre still have their jobs when they return from injury? And how does all this affect Omar Khan's draft strategy? Would he have drafted Kaleb Johnson if he had known Gainwell would be this effective? Brian and Ray then move on to talk about Sunday's matchup with the Detroit Lions. How will the edge rusher depth be tested, with T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig's availability in question? How will they be able to stop names like Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and Amon-Ra St. Brown? Will Derrick Harmon help in that capacity? And how might Mike Tomlin handle a potentially meaningless Week 17 game vs. Cleveland with the really important matchup vs. Baltimore on the horizon? 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.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from the team's practice facility ahead of its NFL Week 16 matchup with the Detroit Lions. Gerry and Ray identified getting pressure on Lions QB Jared Goff as one of the main keys to victory, so how will Jack Sawyer fare, as he's in line to start if T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig can't go due to injury? How would a good pass rush affect the game? Could DeMarvin Leal and Jeremiah Moon get involved? How will Derrick Harmon help the run defense against David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs? Is the secondary finding its footing with Asante Samuel Jr.? And what would a win here tell us about this team? Would it change the narrative heading into the postseason? 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.

Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. Ray said it doesn't look like Nick Herbig will play Sunday in Detroit, so Jack Sawyer is facing his first NFL start. Ray does take positives out of what the offense has looked like in the last 2 games – sighting the addition of the veteran receivers. Zach Frazier popped up on the injury report today, which would require the offensive line to really shuffle around. Ray doesn't think it's fair to guess about the feelings of TJ Watt based on what JJ Watt says on television about the lung situation. Do we know if Isaac Seumalo will play on Sunday? Ray was confident saying that the dynamic at receiver will stay the same way the rest of the season and hopes it provides a good mentorship for Roman Wilson. Ray can't pick the Steelers to pull the upset, but thinks they can make it a good game.

Smith's Sayings – What did Arthur Smith say to the media earlier today? Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. Ray said it doesn't look like Nick Herbig will play Sunday in Detroit, so Jack Sawyer is facing his first NFL start. Ray does take positives out of what the offense has looked like in the last 2 games – sighting the addition of the veteran receivers. Zach Frazier popped up on the injury report today, which would require the offensive line to really shuffle around. Ray doesn't think it's fair to guess about the feelings of TJ Watt based on what JJ Watt says on television about the lung situation. Do we know if Isaac Seumalo will play on Sunday? Ray was confident saying that the dynamic at receiver will stay the same way the rest of the season and hopes it provides a good mentorship for Roman Wilson. Ray can't pick the Steelers to pull the upset, but thinks they can make it a good game. PM Team Professors.

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder and Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo analyze coach Mike Tomlin's recent aggressiveness on fourth downs. Why has the traditionally conservative coach been taking more chances? Is it a high degree of faith in the team's "tush push" play with Connor Heyward? Or is it a desire to get the ball in the hands of playmakers including Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell, Pat Freiermuth and others with more consistency? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders the impact of veterans Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling on the passing game the past couple of weeks. Are they really upgrades on names like Calvin Austin III and Roman Wilson? Especially if their volume of targets hasn't been much better? Or is there mere presence opening up more opportunities for other targets? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to react to the Steelers' win over the Miami Dolphins on Monday.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo recap an NFL Week 15 Monday Night Football win against the Miami Dolphins at Acrisure Stadium. Was this the most complete effort of the season from coach Mike Tomlin's team? Why was QB Aaron Rodgers have able to have so much success in the passing game with receivers including DK Metcalf, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Pat Freiermuth? How important has running back Kenneth Gainwell become to the offense with Jaylen Warren battling some nagging injuries? What Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey, Alex Highsmith and the defense prove in the absence of T.J. Watt? And what does this win mean for the AFC North race against the Baltimore Ravens? 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 Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Noah Hiles welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to the NFL Week 15 Monday Night Football victory against the Miami Dolphins. How much credit do coach Mike Tomlin and OC Arthur Smith deserve for this team's most complete victory of the season? What adjustments did Smith make to get Aaron Rodgers, Kenneth Gainwell, DK Metcalf, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and the offense on track after a shaky first 25 minutes? Why was Tomlin more aggressive in going for fourth downs with the Connor Heyward tush pus? Is Gainwell becoming the offense's most dangerous weapon? And how did Cam Heyward, Alex Highsmith, Patrick Queen, Jalen Ramsey and the defense clamp down on De'Von Achane and the Dolphins running game after struggles the past two weeks against James Cook and the Bills and Derrick Henry and the Ravens? Especially without T.J. Watt? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Then later, the guys ponder this team's NFL playoffs chances and the ability of "castoffs" including Valdes-Scantling, Asante Samuel Jr. and Kyle Dugger to give it the boost that it needs come January. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report on coach Mike Tomlin's weekly news conference that included numerous injury updates ahead of an NFL Week 16 matchup with the Detroit Lions. Could T.J. Watt return from his partially collapsed lung sooner than expected? Are Isaac Seumalo and Derrick Harmon good bets to bounce back as well? And what's the latest on James Pierre after he was replaced by Asante Samuel Jr. on Monday night against the Dolphins? Our duo tackles those questions, then looks ahead to the Lions game; takes stock of the AFC North race with the Ravens; and ponders what comes next for Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and the passing game after a successful night against the Dolphins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this hour of Live Bet Sunday, Scott Seidenberg recaps week fifteen of the NFL season and live updates the Cowboys, Vikings game. Plus, Ray Fittipaldo, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Steelers Beat Writer joins the show to talk about the Steelers and their matchup tomorrow night against the Dolphins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ray Fittipaldo joins as Joe goes off about more domes coming to the NFL. Ray reacts to the Watt injury update and some conflicting reports. The latest on Harmon and how he's handling his injury, Rodgers going rogue, Roman Wilson's future, free association, including his prediction of 21-17 Steelers. Ray says Thielen's name oddly, like Thiel College.

Ray Fittipaldo joins as Joe goes off about more domes coming to the NFL. Ray reacts to the Watt injury update and some conflicting reports. The latest on Harmon and how he's handling his injury, Rodgers going rogue, Roman Wilson's future, free association, including his prediction of 21-17 Steelers. Ray says Thielen's name oddly, like Thiel College. Sean Gentille joins to insult Kaboly, his thoughts on the Jarry trade, what it means for Murashov, intel on Brett Kulak, if this can get the Oilers over the hump. A quick numbers game.

The guys are at the Baseball Card Castle. We get the latest on TJ Watt from Tom Pelissero. It seems like he'll be out Monday. The Steelers are better equipped to fill this void this season than in past years. BREAKING NEWS: The Penguins have traded Tristan Jarry to the Oilers for Stuart Skinner. There were some highs and a lot of lows. The Pens and Oilers will be playing in just a few days. The guys talk about some of the cool items at the Card Castle. Joe is getting ideas for wedding gifts for Donny. We get more details on the Pens trade. It feels like a deal to make room for Murashov. The General made a big donation. Revisiting the latest on TJ Watt, as it doesn't seem like a long-term concern. Nick Farabaugh joins on location to give his thoughts on Watt, how the injury could've happened. A look at key matchups in Steelers/Dolphins, including Harmon's impact vs the run. Are the Ravens broken? Joe is confused by the new Pittsburgh airport terminal. Limits is singing karaoke with Nick Farabaugh. Ray Fittipaldo joins as Joe goes off about more domes coming to the NFL. Ray reacts to the Watt injury update and some conflicting reports. The latest on Harmon and how he's handling his injury, Rodgers going rogue, Roman Wilson's future, free association, including his prediction of 21-17 Steelers. Ray says Thielen's name oddly, like Thiel College. Sean Gentille joins to insult Kaboly, his thoughts on the Jarry trade, what it means for Murashov, intel on Brett Kulak, if this can get the Oilers over the hump. A quick numbers game. Nick Kostos jumps on to talk about Steelers/Dolphins, the curious Bills/Pats line, Nick makes a bet backing Green Bay, Joe takes Denver. and some memorabilia is at stake. The General jumps on. The Quiz Show comes down to the wire. Joe has departed. Bechtold Breakdown. Sherrone Moore has some serious charges. Pitt women's volleyball is making another run. Another TJ Watt update, courtesy of JJ. Minkah returns but will he be noticeable? Is Tua better than Rodgers? Will Ramsey or Jonnu be around next season? NFL picks (plus Army/Navy), with a cameo picker

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from Thursday's practice at the team's facility ahead of its NFL Week 15 matchup with the Miami Dolphins on Monday Night Football. They start by breaking down the news that star outside linebacker T.J. Watt was in the hospital Thursday while being evaluated for a lung condition. While Watt's availability and status are up in the air, what will the Steelers defense look like if he can't go? Are Nick Herbig and Alex Highsmith prepared to step into that role? What about rookie Jack Sawyer? Who can help fill gaps as the Steelers prepare to face De'Von Achane and the strong Dolphins run game? What's with this streak of facing some of the NFL's best rushing attacks? And what is Derrick Harmon's status, as he revealed Thursday he's dealing with the same knee that caused him to miss games early in the season but a different injury? 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.

The latest on TJ Watt. It sounds like he will NOT play Monday, according to the biggest insider in football. In fact, Adam Schefter made it sound like it would be a borderline miracle for the Steelers to get their star edge rusher on the field. Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. Ray is having a hard time thinking TJ Watt will be able to play Monday night, but it won't be because he doesn't want to. Ray isn't ready to rule Watt out yet with a few days to go before the game. What caused this to happen? Ray didn't want to speculate, but he brought up a similar situation with Jerome Bettis before a playoff game in 2001. If Watt can't go, Ray said the Dolphins have a truly threatening run game. Does Ray think they can backfill there? Ray believes there is a real chance Roman Wilson does not play again this season. Ray went through some of the other injuries on the report from this afternoon and who they could be getting back, like Derrick Harmon. Ray thinks the Steelers win. Total Request Thursday.

Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. Ray is having a hard time thinking TJ Watt will be able to play Monday night, but it won't be because he doesn't want to. Ray isn't ready to rule Watt out yet with a few days to go before the game. What caused this to happen? Ray didn't want to speculate, but he brought up a similar situation with Jerome Bettis before a playoff game in 2001. If Watt can't go, Ray said the Dolphins have a truly threatening run game. Does Ray think they can backfill there? Ray went through some of the other injuries on the report from this afternoon and who they could be getting back, like Derrick Harmon. Ray thinks the Steelers win.

Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to talk with Dorin Dickerson and address the state of the Steelers after they beat the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday.

In this hour, Dorin Dickerson wonders which of the Miami Dolphins' players do the Steelers need to be prepared for the most on Monday. Also, Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline. December 10, 2025, 8:00 Hour

On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel, host Noah Hiles welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to coach Mike Tomlin's choices at receiver in the NFL Week 14 victory against the AFC North rival Baltimore Ravens. What's next for Roman Wilson after he was benched in favor of veterans Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling? Can he bounce back and become a reliable target for QB Aaron Rodgers across from top receiver DK Metcalf? Or will those two vets prove to be improvements within OC Arthur Smith's offense? Our duo tackles those questions, then takes stock of the Steelers' place in the AFC. How dangerous are De'Von Achane and the Miami Dolphins this week? Will the Steelers have a prime opportunity for a deep run if Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs and Lamar Jackson and the Ravens miss the bracket? Are Josh Allen and the Bills the biggest threat to win the conference regardless of seeding? And are Justin Herbert and the Chargers the team the Steelers should be hoping to see if they host a playoff game 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.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from Tuesday's practice at the team's facility ahead of its NFL Week 15 matchup with the Miami Dolphins on Monday Night Football. What injury updates did coach Mike Tomlin provide? Could rookie DL Derrick Harmon and safety Kyle Dugger return? What effect would that have on the run defense against De'Von Achane and Jaylen Wright? Are DK Metcalf's stomach issues going to affect his availability for Monday night? What about Darnell Washington, Malik Harrison and Andrus Peat, who are all in concussion protocol? How concerned should the Steelers be about the running game led by Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell? Was Aaron Rodgers' big game a sign of things to come? And how much credit does OC Arthur Smith deserve for their aggressiveness against the Ravens? 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.

On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo react to an important NFL Week 14 victory against the Baltimore Ravens. Specifically, they ponder the success of the deep passing game. How did QB Aaron Rodgers get it back on track with the help of pass catchers including DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell? How sustainable is this success the rest of the way as coach Mike Tomlin's team and OC Arthur Smith's unit looks to clinch the AFC North? How much improvement can the offense still make? And what impact will injuries to tackles Broderick Jones and Andrus Peat make? Our duo tackles those questions, then talks defense. How did coach Mike Tomlin's defense contain Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry in the running game compared to the games in Baltimore last season? Why do Alex Highsmith and T.J. Watt deserve a lot of credit for stepping up amid injuries to Malik Harrison and Derrick Harmon? What role did cornerbacks Joey Porter Jr., James Pierre and Brandin Echols play? And why was Patrick Queen quietly one of the unit's more effective players? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ray Fittipaldo's report card. Ray gives Aaron Rodgers a B! Bob and Austin give Rodgers an A and Joe gives Rodgers an A-. Bob gives the running backs a C. Joe gives them a A-. DK Metcalf had a season high 146 yards. We all give the receivers a B!

On the Thursday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel, host Noah Hiles and Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo dive deeper into QB Aaron Rodgers' comments and preview Sunday's huge game against the Ravens in Baltimore. Noah and Ray take a look at Rodgers' comments, both from after the game on Sunday and then at his availability on Wednesday. What did he say, but more importantly, how did he say it? Can we read between the lines to ascertain anything about the state of the Steelers offense? What is left to say? Noah and Ray then move on to discuss the Adam Thielen waiver claim. Where does he fit into the Steelers offense? How much of a difference could the 35-year-old wide receiver actually make? Whose spot does he take — Calvin Austin III, Roman Wilson or someone else? And how much playing time can we realistically expect for him Sunday? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo have a practice report from the team's facility ahead of its NFL Week 14 matchup with the Baltimore Ravens. What should we make of the Steelers coordinators' comments on Thursday? Does Arthur Smith have the correct level of urgency? Have we reached the point of the season when he should focus on getting his best players on the field — i.e., Pat Freiermuth, Jaylen Warren, DK Metcalf, etc. — rather than focusing on situational football? What role will Adam Thielen play, and what can they even get out of the 35-year-old wide receiver? Is Teryl Austin's run defense ready? Or should we expect another performance like the one we say Sunday vs. Buffalo or in last season's wild card game against the Ravens? Will they be able to stop Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry? How can defensive backs like Joey Porter Jr. help the run defense? And is Yahya Black up to the challenge? 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.