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Chris reacted to a take from the morning show stating the Steelers have the best overall roster in the AFC North, evening indicating that others in the division don't want to see Aaron Rodgers quarterbacking this team. The Steelers got luck with injuries last season – Joe Burrow missed half of the year and Lamar Jackson was dinged up for the duration. The Steelers roster, outside of QB, may be the best in the North, but that position carries weight like a final exam. Are fans excited about another round of the Steelers with Aaron Rodgers? Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. Ray has a hard time saying the Steelers have the best roster in the division because he thinks that is owned by the Ravens. He thinks Baltimore has underachieved and had to deal with Lamar Jackson injuries. Are the Bengals better than the Steelers with a healthy Joe Burrow? Ray described Aaron Rodgers as ‘good' last year, but how confident can we be in him being better in 2026? Ray explained why he likes Rodgers instead of Malik Willis or Kyler Murray. Was the Mike McCarthy hire a way to lure Rodgers back? Ray is 95% sure Troy Fautanu is going to be the Steelers starting left tackle – calling him the best offensive lineman on the team and sharing that he isn't sold on when we see Broderick Jones. Is Dylan Cook going to hold off Max Iheanachor at right tackle? There's been a lot of praise for Patrick Graham so far.

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to comments by new OC Brian Angelichio and DC Patrick Graham during the team's OTAs. Is Angelichio correct to focus on versatility for his receivers including Germie Bernard, DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson? And offensive linemen including Max Iheanachor, Mason McCormick, Gennings Dunker, Troy Fautanu and Broderick Jones? And what can that versatility possibly add for new coach Mike McCarthy's offense? And on defense, can Patrick Graham clean up the communication issues that have plagued the unit at times under coach Mike Tomlin? And if so, how effective can Cam Heyward, T.J. Watt, Joey Porter Jr., Jalen Ramsey, Jamel Dean and the rest of the group be? 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 Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from the team's OTAs at its South Side facilities. They recap QB Aaron Rodgers' news conference in which he explained his decision to return, crediting conversations with GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy as well as significant additions to the roster. Rico Dowdle, Michael Pittman Jr. and Germie Bernard are among the names joining established Steelers Pat Freiermuth, DK Metcalf and Jaylen Warren. Our duo also notes the performance of Will Howard in practice, praising his latest step as he looks to win the backup job from Drew Allar and Mason Rudolph. 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 address some of the hottest topics surrounding the Steelers in the first week of OTAs with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson.

On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to ponder Aaron Rodgers' official return to the team this weekend. What does it mean that he'll be back in time for OTAs this week, the first under new coach Mike McCarthy? And how will that benefit the team's young QBs WIll Howard and Drew Allar as they look to grow behind Rodgers on the depth chart? Our duo tackles those questions, then considers offensive line alignment for names like Gennings Dunker, Max Iheanachor, Troy Fautanu, Broderick Jones, Mason McCormick and Zach Frazier as they look to build cohesion to block for Rodgers and the backfield of Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren. Then the guys wrap the show by analyzing what could be in store for T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr. and the defense this week as new DC Patrick Graham begins to implement his system. 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 first day of the team's OTA's at its South Side facility. How did Aaron Rodgers look working with the starters following his one-year deal to return to the team over the weekend? Can he mentor young QBs Will Howard and Drew Allar? What are the early differences we're seeing as Mike McCarthy's coaching staff takes the place of Mike Tomlin's? What's in store for the offense with new faces Rico Dowdle, Michael Pittman Jr. and Germie Bernard joining established rostered players including DK Metcalf and Jaylen Warren? 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 thinks if the Steelers are around .500 after eight games, they will be nearing their first losing season in 20+ years. Joe Burrow has only lost in Pittsburgh once and it was his rookie season. Ray would be shocked if the Steelers are 1-3 after their first four. Will Rodgers be here for start of OTAs?

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey: Ray thinks if the Steelers are around .500 after eight games, they will be nearing their first losing season in 20+ years. Joe Burrow has only lost in Pittsburgh once and it was his rookie season. Ray would be shocked if the Steelers are 1-3 after their first four. Ben Cherington continues to believe in Marcell Ozuna and said they need to keep running him on the field. Communication needs to be better for the outfield defensively.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson discuss what expectations they believe Steeler fans have for the beginning of this upcoming season. Also, Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline. May 13, 2026, 8:00 Hour

Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to address the latest involving the Steelers with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson.

On the Monday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edger Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter and Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo break down the weekend's rookie minicamp. Where do NFL Draft picks Max Iheanachor and Gennings Dunker fit along the Steelers' offensive line? Will new offensive line coach James Campen need to do some reshuffling with names like Troy Fautanu? And where does this leave Broderick Jones? What did our guys see from other draft picks like Germie Bernard, Daylen Everette and Eli Heidenreich? Our duo tackles those topics and more, then takes a look at QB Drew Allar. What kind of attention did he receive from new coach Mike McCarthy? 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 rookie minicamp, where NFL draft selections including Max Iheanachor, Germie Bernard, Drew Allar, Gennings Dunker and Daylen Everette made their first appearances in uniform. How did Allar look as he looks to compete with last year's rookie QB, Will Howard? How will Bernard fill out the receiving corps next to DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson? And what impressions did Iheanachor and Dunker make as they look to find playing time next to established veterans Troy Fautanu, Mason McCormick and Zach Frazier on the offensive line? Our duo tackles those questions, plus the latest on QB Aaron Rodgers, who still has not signed with the team despite reportedly meeting with team brass including GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy. 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 Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to the news that Aaron Rodgers is expected to be in Pittsburgh this weekend to possibly sign with the team for the 2026 season. Was Rodgers' return as inevitable as it has seemed at times? Or have GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy had doubts that Rodgers may retire or sign with another team? How excited will Rodgers be to work with new receiving options like Germie Bernard and Michael Pittman Jr. alongside returning names like Jaylen Warren, DK Metcalf, Roman Wilson and Pat Freiermuth? And how will Rodgers help rookies like Gennings Dunker, Max Iheanachor, Drew Allar and others along in their development? 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.

Aaron Rodgers is supposedly in Pittsburgh this weekend. Where would this put the Steelers in the AFC hierarchy? Callers weigh in on the Steelers outlook for 2026. Can Rodgers mentor Howard to unlock his potential? Another caller makes a Three Stooges joke. Even if Rodgers returns, the Steelers could be a bottom 10 QB room in the league. Reacting to Ian Rapoport's latest update on Aaron Rodgers. The Steelers rookies jersey numbers are out, and Limits is annoyed by a few of them. Rookie mini camp begins today. A caller thinks the Steelers roster is better around the QB this upcoming campaign. Chris Mack broke some news today with Omar Khan, as the GM said he doesn't know where Aaron Rodgers is right now. Ray Fittipaldo joins to discuss the latest on the whereabouts of Aaron Rodgers, the rookies' jersey numbers and how it will likely change in a few months, Eli Heidenreich's outlook, what questions remain on the Steelers defense under Patrick Graham, why isn't Will Howard at rookie mini camp? Will the Steelers lock up a player to an extension within the next month? A discussion about pinkie injuries. Austin is very high on Germie Bernard. He could become the No. 2 WR as early as this year. Would JuJu or Emmanuel Sanders be good comps? Will Broderick Jones play this year? Brandon Lowe has been the most important offseason acquisition for the Buccos since AJ Burnett and Russell Martin. His numbers have been great. Calls on Lowe. Do the Pirates have a closer right now? Should the Pirates extend Cruz now? The Bechtold Breakdown with Sean Meyers - NFL refs have a new contract, a fan will make $50K to watch every World Cup game, which NHL or NBA series are worth watching, the inaugural flag football champions. Bob Walk joins to discuss the Pirates success on the road recently, some of the issues against lefties, Mitch Keller's strong start, Skenes not going the distance in Arizona, where Bob ranks Lowe in recent acquisitions, the closer situation. The NFL schedule reveal is coming. Will the Steelers have an international game? Alien talk. The Pirates head to San Fran tonight.

Ray Fittipaldo joins to discuss the latest on the whereabouts of Aaron Rodgers, the rookies' jersey numbers and how it will likely change in a few months, Eli Heidenreich's outlook, what questions remain on the Steelers defense under Patrick Graham, why isn't Will Howard at rookie mini camp? Will the Steelers lock up a player to an extension within the next month? A discussion about pinkie injuries. 

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Ray Fittipaldo joins the show to react to the FMS report of Aaron Rodgers coming to town. Ray is wondering why Aaron is coming to town instead of handling things over the phone?

On the Wednesday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edger Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner and guest Christopher Carter ponder lessons the Steelers can learn from past competitions between young QBs. They reference colleague Ray Fittipaldo's story in which he looked back on battles between Brian Brohm and Matt Flynn with the packers; Kirk Cousins and Robert Griffin III with the Commanders; and Brock Purdy and Trey Lance with the 49ers. Can Drew Allar and/or Will Howard replicate the success Flynn, Cousins and Purdy had as later round QBs? Does Howard have the historical edge as the player drafted lower? And what does Allar need to show at rookie minicamp alongside names like Max Iheanachor, Germie Bernard and Gennings Dunker? Our duo tackles those questions, then talks Aaron Rodgers future after colleague Gerry Dulac reported this week that the patience of Steelers brass including GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy is wearing thin with the former MVP. 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 address with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson the latest in developments from the Steelers, including the ongoing waiting game with QB Aaron Rodgers.

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey: Ray thinks Will Howard is more ready for games than Drew Allar because of practices last year and getting NFL reps. Ray still thinks the Steelers could draft a quarterback next year, but higher than 21. Ray thinks it's 75-80% that Aaron Rodgers does sign. Ray said that you have to leave the door open that Rodgers may not come back. Ray see the upside with Allar. What are you worried about with the Pirates?

Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo thinks Will Howard is more ready for games than Drew Allar because of practices last year and getting NFL reps. Ray still thinks the Steelers could draft a quarterback next year, but higher than 21. Ray thinks it's 75-80% that Aaron Rodgers does sign.

The Penguins season came to an end last night after Cam York netted the game-winner for the Flyers to take the series in 6. The guys are frustrated with how the season went down, even though the team greatly surpassed expectations. Did the series loss to the Flyers ruin their storybook season? Is there any appreciation for what Dan Muse and company accomplished this year? It also could be the last chapter in the book for the Big 3. The Penguins only totaled 11 goals in 6 games against the Flyers after having one of their best offensive outputs of the Sidney Crosby era during the regular season. Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. Ray gave his best explanation of the Steelers handing down the seldom-used UFA tender on Aaron Rodgers. What is the relationship like between Rodgers and the team? Ray thinks it's a way for the team to protect themselves if Rodgers does pull back from Pittsburgh. Ray still believes it's about a 75% chance Rodgers signs. What happens if a team more equipped to win a championship loses its QB before mandatory minicamp? How does Drew Allar work into the fray? Ray explained how the QB competition could shake out, especially for the backup role.

Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. Ray gave his best explanation of the Steelers handing down the seldom-used UFA tender on Aaron Rodgers. What is the relationship like between Rodgers and the team? Ray thinks it's a way for the team to protect themselves if Rodgers does pull back from Pittsburgh. Ray still believes it's about a 75% chance Rodgers signs. What happens if a team more equipped to win a championship loses its QB before mandatory minicamp? How does Drew Allar work into the fray? Ray explained how the QB competition could shake out, especially for the backup role.

Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to explain what may have caused the Steelers to put the UFA tender on QB Aaron Rodgers with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson.

On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to the team's selection of Penn State QB Drew Allar in the third round of the NFL draft. Did GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy signal intent to use Allar as a starter by visiting with him both at the NFL combine and in Pittsburgh before selecting him at No. 76 overall with the first of three third-round picks? Or is he destined to be a career backup behind Aaron Rodgers, Mason Rudolph, Will Howard or someone else? And was he really the third best QB in this draft behind Fernando Mendonza and Ty Simpson, but ahead of names like Cade Klubnik, Taylen Green and Garrett Nussmeier? How how is the perception of his selection being impacted by other perceived development projects like Max Iheanachor? Our duo tackles those questions; ponders the long-term viability of late-round draft picks like Gabe Rubio, Robert Spears-Jennings and Eli Heidenreich; and analyze the undrafted free agent class that so far includes names like Devan Boykin, Chamon Metayer, Kevin Jobity Jr. and Lake McRee. 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 team's NFL draft picks from over the weekend. Did GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy value development over immediate impact in selecting Max Iheanachor, Germie Bernard, Drew Allar, Daylen Everett, Gennings Dunker, Kaden Wetjen, Riley Nowakowski, Gabe Rubio, Robert Spears-Jennings and Eli Heidenreich? And how will they fit within the roster for 2026 around established veterans including DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr., Jaylen Warren, T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward and Joey Porter Jr.? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders how Iheanachor and Dunker will factor into offensive line plans alongside Zach Frazier, Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu and Mason McCormick. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy Monday! We have plenty of NFL Draft reaction. Rothman saw a new movie contrary to his usual habit of watching movies he's already seen a hundred times. Ryan Roberts of A to Z Sports joins the show to talk draft. We play Party Like a Rothstar. The Floor is Yours. Andrew Berry discussed the Browns selecting yet another QB. Adam King was in Pittsburgh for the draft, and now he's here! Will Howard's NFL potential got stymied by the Steelers selecting Drew Allar. Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins the show. And we Tell the Truth.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo break down Day 2 of the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh. How surprising was GM Omar Khan's selection of Penn State QB Drew Allar in the third round? What does that pick say for the futures of Aaron Rodgers, Will Howard and Mason Rudolph? Did they reach too far to get Allar? How can new coach Mike McCarthy mold Allar into an NFL quarterback? Can second-round WR Germie Bernard out of Alabama help the Steelers offense in 2026? Where will he line up? And what do Georgia CB Daylen Everette and Iowa OL Gennings Dunker bring? Our duo discusses 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 react to the team's first night of the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, as they selected Arizona State OT Max Iheanachor after the Philadelphia Eagles swooped in and stole Makai Lemon out from under them. Why was Iheanachor such an unpopular pick? Can the Steelers expect him to produce in his rookie season? Or is he a project? Does it matter that he didn't take a pre-draft visit? What does this say about Broderick Jones' future with the team as he deals with a neck injury from last season? How did GM Omar Khan miss out on USC WR Makai Lemon? Why are they still neglecting the wide receiver position? Did they get complacent or outsmarted? 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 joined. Why would the Cowboys trade with Philadelphia? Ray thinks this will be a bigger story if Makai Lemon torches the Cowboys. The Cowboys received two fourth round picks. Ray thinks if the Steelers really wanted Lemon, they would have given someone a third and a fourth. "They didn't want him that bad." We don't know what is happening with Broderick Jones.

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey at PNC Park for the draft: Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. Why would the Cowboys trade with Philadelphia? Ray thinks this will be a bigger story if Makai Lemon torches the Cowboys. The Cowboys received two fourth round picks. Ray thinks if the Steelers really wanted Lemon, they would have given someone a third and a fourth. "They didn't want him that bad." Steelers insider Mike DeFabo of The Athletic joined the show. The Steelers were the story of the draft for all the wrong reasons. One of the top wide receivers fell and they didn't move up one or two spots to get him.

Ray Fittipaldo joins the show and says that the Steelers will take a wide receiver. But if they want to move up, they will take one of the higher rated tackles.

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Ray Fittipaldo joins to discuss his Steelers mock draft pick, what they could do on the Oline, could a tight end be the choice. Adding another weapon at WR could help the Steelers develop the next QB. A listener thought Callas was much older than he is. Crowley predicts a Pens win tonight. Dorin calls for a Mantha breakout effort. Producer refuses to wave down Maurkice Pouncey at the airport. A caller takes Mike Vrabel to task. Bryan Dietz of the Airport Authority stops by discuss the new additions at the airport and adding a unique flavor of Pittsburgh.

Ray Fittipaldo joins to discuss his Steelers mock draft pick, what they could do on the Oline, could a tight end be the choice.

Kris Letang and crew say they are looking forward to getting to Philly for Game 3. Can the Pens win tonight and win the series? Crowley thinks the first 10 mins will tell the story tonight. The Flyers aren't even trying to score unless the Pens make a mistake. If the Pens play with the lead, the Flyers will have to change. Is Sid hurt? Crowley is expecting a Pens bounce-back effort tonight. Bryan Rust could be the guy tonight. Callers chime in. Cutch did not sound too happy in his comments about the Pirates. It sounds like poor communication by the Pirates. How should Pirates fans feel after hearing this? It seems like Cutch was initially expecting to return. This relationship could be ruined for a long time. How does it compare to Terry Bradshaw's relationship with the Steelers after his career ended? Crowley runs through various Steelers draft mocks. There's no consensus at all. A caller wants the Pirates to potentially trade for Cutch this summer. Art Rooney expects a Rodgers answer soon "one way or another'. Does the owner really not know the decision still? Is plan B Will Howard and a draftee? Dorin doesn't think he would retire. Why couldn't the team just give him a hard deadline? Mike McCarthy continues to talk up Will Howard. Art Rooney II sounds petty towards Ravens fans at the draft. A caller is done with Rodgers. What are the other options at this point? Mock Draft Mayhem! Could the Steelers take another offensive tackle? The update on Broderick Jones has not been good. Would the Steelers really add another edge? Christina Cassotis from the Airport Authority joins to discuss the big changes at the airport. Ray Fittipaldo joins to discuss his Steelers mock draft pick, what they could do on the Oline, could a tight end be the choice. Adding another weapon at WR could help the Steelers develop the next QB. A listener thought Callas was much older than he is. Crowley predicts a Pens win tonight. Dorin calls for a Mantha breakout effort. Producer refuses to wave down Maurkice Pouncey at the airport. A caller takes Mike Vrabel to task. Bryan Dietz of the Airport Authority stops by discuss the new additions at the airport and adding a unique flavor of Pittsburgh. Doug Whaley joins to discuss how a GM feels right before the draft, what the war room is like. Callas defends Crowley for his athletic endeavors in high school. Can the Steelers develop a raw offensive lineman? How a GM reacts when there's a surprise pick in the first round. Omar Khan talked up Makai Lemon, Doug Whaley pulls back the curtain on why NFL teams lie, could the Eagles trade for Alex HIghsmith or Nick Herbig? Crowley and Dorin are getting myraid photo requests. Doug Whaley makes his call for who he'd draft for the Steelers, and he thinks Tomlin will be good on TV.

On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to analyze picks from his final seven-round mock before the 2026 NFL draft begins. Why did Ray go with receiver Denzel Boston as the first-round pick, despite size that overlaps with what DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. already offer GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy? Is Keylan Rutledge closing a clear second-round value at guard? Does Treydan Stukes offer the versatility the secondary needs alongside Joey Porter Jr., Jalen Ramsey and Jamel Dean? Why would Antonio Williams be worth double dipping at receiver for? Is 6-foot-9 Travis Burke ideal insurance on Broderick Jones later in the third round? And why is Carson Beck the QB Ray settled on compared to other projected mid round picks like Drew Allar, Cole Payton and Taylen Green? Our duo tackles those questions, then sorts through Ray's Day 3 picks, including TE Marlon Klein, DL Darrell Jackson Jr., LB Jack Kelly and LB Nadame Tucker. 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 pre-draft news conference of GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy. Is Broderick Jones healthier than a report from ESPN's Adam Schefter indicated earlier Monday? Is there still a chance Aaron Rodgers will sign before the NFL draft later this week? Or will Mason Rudolph and Will Howard continue to be the internal signal callers for now? Will Khan make any trades as he holds 12 picks for this draft? If so, why is USC receiver Makai Lemon the name to watch most closely? And are Vega Ioane and Chris Johnson the other top 30 visitors worth watching most closely? 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 news that Broderick Jones has suffered a setback in his injury recovery and may not be ready for training camp or the start of the season. Could this force GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy to go hunting for a tackle in the NFL draft later this week? Is Dylan Cook a viable alternative if Jones isn't healthy enough? And would first-round options like Kadyn Proctor, Blake Miller, Spencer Fano and Caleb Lomu be fits to join Mason McCormick, Troy Fautanu and Zach Frazier along the offensive line? Our duo tackles those questions. Then ponders whether the Bengals' trade for Dexter Lawrence over the weekend may complicate the pursuit on a top draft receiver option like Jordyn Tyson, Carnell Tate, Denzel Boston, Makai Lemon or Omar Cooper Jr. to play next to DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. 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 Ray Fittipaldo and Brian Batko recap the introductory news conferences for coach Mike McCarthy's new lieutenants: OC Brian Angelichio, DC Patrick Graham and STC Danny Crossman. How will Angelichio handle the uncertainty at QB with Aaron Rodgers still yet to sign and Will Howard and Mason Rudolph under contract? How will he juggle duties with McCarthy calling the plays? And what are his plan for a unit that includes known quantities like Jaylen Warren, DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr., Darnell Washington and Pat Freiermuth in addition to a young offensive line built around Mason McCormick, Broderick Jones, Zach Frazier and Troy Fautanu? On defense, what will Graham preserve about the unit's signature 3-4 defensive scheme under Mike Tomlin? And what might he change up as he inherits contributors like T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith, Jalen Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr., Cam Heyward, Derrick Harmon and others? 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 Steelers have a track record of bringing in potential first-round targets and picking one of those players. That means the Steelers will pick one of: Ioane, Lemon, Boston, Fano, McNeil-Warren, Johnson. Ray has the Steelers picking Carson Beck in the fourth round. Ray thinks there is an 80-85% chance Aaron Rodgers comes back. 

We finally know the time for Game 1 of Penguins-Flyers. It will be Saturday night at 8 pm. It's been a magical season for the Pens. What happens if that comes to an end in the first round? The guys think it's a failure of a season if that's how things go down. Is that fair, given how surprising this whole campaign has been? There is a fear that the Flyers will go after Sidney Crosby, but that's what we should expect. Kyle Dubas can pat himself on the back for a few things this season, but perhaps nothing more than the hiring of Dan Muse. Would people see the season as a failure if the Penguins don't make a playoff run? Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. We are one week away from the NFL Draft. Will the Steelers select a QB at some point next weekend? Ray thinks Carson Beck is the name they will call because the Steelers, and Mike McCarthy, have a type – they want a bigger bodied guy. Ray thinks there are 5-6 guys in consideration to be the Steelers pick next Thursday night. Ray pointed out that after the middle of the 1st round, things could get a little messy with the board. Is there a chance the Steelers trade back in the opening round to acquire more capital, even though they already have a dozen choices to make? Ray expects Mason Rudolph to be the odd-man-out if the team does select a QB in this draft. The guys don't understand why there are links to so many corners in this group. Is Aaron Rodgers coming back, because it doesn't seem like current Steelers are skeptical?

Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. We are one week away from the NFL Draft. Will the Steelers select a QB at some point next weekend? Ray thinks Carson Beck is the name they will call because the Steelers, and Mike McCarthy, have a type – they want a bigger bodied guy. Ray thinks there are 5-6 guys in consideration to be the Steelers pick next Thursday night. Ray pointed out that after the middle of the 1st round, things could get a little messy with the board. Is there a chance the Steelers trade back in the opening round to acquire more capital, even though they already have a dozen choices to make? Ray expects Mason Rudolph to be the odd-man-out if the team does select a QB in this draft. The guys don't understand why there are links to so many corners in this group. Is Aaron Rodgers coming back, because it doesn't seem like current Steelers are skeptical?

With the NFL Draft getting closer, Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to address possibilities of who the Steelers may decide to select this year with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson react to a recent report that reveals the Steelers are scheduled to meet with prospect QB Drew Allar on Wednesday. Also, Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and Jesse Marshall from The Athletic each come on The Fan Hotline. April 15, 2026, 8:00 Hour

On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to talk about the team's latest NFL draft prospect visitors and what they may or may not tell us about plans for GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy. Is Arkansas QB Taylen Green a serious option at QB? How does he compare to bigger names like Drew Allar, Ty Simpson and Garrett Nussmeier? Or fellow Steelers visitors like Cole Payton and Carson Beck. And what's Ray's latest read on the team's strategy at the position with less than two weeks until the draft? Will Aaron Rodgers sign? Or will the Steelers be left in limbo beyond Mason Rudolph and Will Howard? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Among them: What does Spencer Fano's high-profile visit tell us about the offensive line strategy? Could he be an option to replace Broderick Jones at offensive tackle? Or is he a better fit at guard replacing Isaac Seumalo? Is Germie Bernard now high on the radar as a potential Day 2 wideout selection to play next to DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr.? And how does he compare and contrast to recent visitors including Makai Lemon and Denzel Boston? 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 attempt to read the tea leaves of the latest prospect visits ahead of the NFL draft. Are GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy prioritizing the defensive back spots by bringing in safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren and CB Chris Johnson? How would those players fit alongside names like Joey Porter Jr., Jalen Ramsey, DeShon Elliott and Jamel Dean? And what other names should we potentially watch in those spots for new DC Patrick Graham's unit? Our duo tackles those topics, then wonders what the visits of linebackers including Kyle Louis, Jaden Dugger and Harold Perkins Jr. could mean for that position group. Is a Patrick Queen trade still possible? Or is Khan just scouting for depth to play alongside Queen, Payton Wilson, Cole Holcomb and Malik Harrison? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will the Steelers find a way to keep Nick Herbig? Ray thinks the Steelers may be able to get a second or third for Alex Highsmith but Ray would rather keep him. Ray doesn't think you can get enough value for Watt. He thinks the most likely scenario is that Herbig leaves and the Steelers get a comp pick.

On the Thursday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Ray Fittipaldo and Christopher Carter ponder the lack of obvious first-round talent among prospects who've visited the team ahead of the NFL draft. Why haven't GM Omar Khan and coach Mike McCarthy welcomed more top receivers like Makai Lemon and defenders like Emmanuel McNeil-Warren? Could we still see possible first-round targets like Dillon Thieneman and Omar Cooper Jr. visit the South Side facility? And who are some other names Chris and Ray would like to see before the April 15 deadline to conclude visits? Our duo tackles those questions. Then ponders McCarthy's involvement -- or lack thereof -- in the draft process. Has he been hands-on in looking to add talent alongside stars like T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, DK Metcalf, Joey Porter Jr., Jaylen Warren and Michael Pittman Jr.? Or has he been more focused on building the coaching staff alongside OC Brian Angelichio and DC Patrick Graham? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.