Podcast appearances and mentions of troy fautanu

Ray Fittipaldo joins to discuss Rodgers vs Fields and which player and team will have the better year, his confidence in Troy Fautanu, who the most impactful rookie will be, his grade for Patrick Queen in 24, his choice for breakout player, if Benton and JPJ can bounce back this year, if Watt will get what he wants, free association.

Ray Fittipaldo joins to discuss Rodgers vs Fields and which player and team will have the better year, his confidence in Troy Fautanu, who the most impactful rookie will be, his grade for Patrick Queen in 24, his choice for breakout player, if Benton and JPJ can bounce back this year, if Watt will get what he wants, free association. Joe and Sean make their choices for the Pirates All-Century team, and have mostly the same guys except for an argument about Freddy Sanchez's position. 

There was plenty of drama in the Pirates doubleheader yesterday. Dennis Santana went after a fan. TJ McConnell has become one of the biggest stories in the NBA. Who are the best basketball players from Western PA. We agree that Pistol Pete doesn't count. Joe runs down the list of other candidates for Western PA basketball Mount Rushmore. We take calls on the subject - there's a ton of candidates. Ray Fittipaldo joins to discuss Rodgers vs Fields and which player and team will have the better year, his confidence in Troy Fautanu, who the most impactful rookie will be, his grade for Patrick Queen in 24, his choice for breakout player, if Benton and JPJ can bounce back this year, if Watt will get what he wants, free association. Joe and Sean make their choices for the Pirates All-Century team, and have mostly the same guys except for an argument about Freddy Sanchez's position. Mike DeFabo joins to give Joe medical advice, the possible changes for the Steelers defense (quarters defense), his first impression of Aaron Rodgers. Mike White of the PG joins to share stories about TJ McConell from his youth and how he's evolved his game, his Mt Rushmore of Western Pa basketball, his keys to a Pacers win in Game 7. We can't get a hold of Bob Walk, so we shift topics, our Penguins All-Century team, does Lemieux make the list? What about Gonchar vs Orpik? A few updates to the Pens coaching staff. City Limits calls in. We choose our Pitt MBB All-Century team.

June 19, 2025 - For Episode 1,568 on this Thursday afternoon, Josh Carney believes that Troy Fautanu is a bigger question mark at RT than Broderick Jones is flipping over to LT this summer. steelersdepot.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder and Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Brian Batko evaluate the team's secondary following the DeShon Elliott contract extension agreed to earlier this week. How does Elliott solidify the secondary in the long-term next to Minkah Fitzpatrick at safety? What does Joey Porter have to prove at CB alongside new teammate Darius Slay Jr. in 2025? Will Beanie Bishop earning the starting spot at slot corner? Or will names like Cory Trice Jr. have something to say about that within coach Mike Tomlin's defense? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders whether Broderick Jones is an asset of liability at LT next fellow young players including Troy Fautanu, Zach Frazier and Mason McCormick as they look to protect an increasingly immobile Aaron Rodgers at QB.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Brian Batko and Ray Fittipaldo report from the second day of the team's minicamp at its South Side facility. They recap Arthur Smith's press conference. What did Smith have to say about the popular notion that he and Russell Wilson didn't get along late last season due to Smith not allowing his quarterback to change plays at the line of scrimmage? How does he plan to utilize new weapons like Aaron Rodgers and DK Metcalf, going so far as to say they didn't bring those guys in to run the wishbone? The guys tackle those questions, then take a deeper look at the offense in general. What will Rodgers' wide receivers look like behind Metcalf. Will Roman Wilson or Calvin Austin III take over that WR2 spot? Or will the Steelers add another receiver via free agency or trade, like Allen Lazard or Keenan Allen? Will the offensive line, including Troy Fautanu and Broderick Jones, be able to step up and protect the 41-year-old future Hall of Famer?

On his weekly Chipped Ham & Football podcast, Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko welcomes NFL.com's Bucky Brooks to discuss the fallout of QB Aaron Rodgers finally signing with the team officially. Will Rodgers embrace the team's offensive identity under coach Mike Tomlin and OC Arthur Smith, which is built around a strong running game rather than a flashy passing game? Or will he use his Hall of Fame credentials to push for a more pass-happy attack built around receivers like DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Robert Woods, Roman Wilson and -- possibly -- free agent additions like Amari Cooper, Allen Lazard and Gabe Davis? Our duo tackles those questions. Then Bucky explains why he likes the way GM Omar Khan has built the team beyond the QB position in recent years, investing in young players including Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu, Joey Porter Jr. and others.

We hear from fans on the Steelers and if they can win with Aaron Rodgers. Greg in Youngstown thinks Rodgers is much better than Fields. Will Aaron Rodgers help bring the best out of the offensive line? It's going to come down to Broderick Jones and Troy Fautanu.

Believe in Troy Fautanu ... because he won't disappoint. Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports

Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to react to a busy week in Pittsburgh sports news. Should the GM Omar Khan, coach Mike Tomlin and the Steelers have allocated their offseason budget toward building roster depth for beyond just 2025? With deals similar to the one they made with DK Metcalf? Instead of pursuing a short-term QB solution in Aaron Rodgers? And if they knew Rodgers' indecision would last into OTAs, would they have handled things differently? What are the biggest storylines around OTAs otherwise? Is it the tackle situation with Broderick Jones and Troy Fautanu? The receivers room with Roman Wilson, Calvin Austin III and Robert Woods jockeying for position behind Metcalf? is it Darius Slay Jr.'s arrival in the secondary? Or the re-loaded running back room with Trey Sermon, Kaleb Johnson and Kenneth Gainwell joining Jaylen Warren? Our duo tackles those questions, the Penguins coaching search and College Football Playoff expansion and what it could mean for Pitt and Penn State. Then in the third segment, airing on the PG's Pirates YouTube channel, the guys analyze the team's recent hot streak. Is new manager Don Kelly making a meaningful difference compared to Derek Shelton? Or is the offense just getting some better luck? Is Kelly's future tied to Ben Cherington's? Or could Bob Nutting retain Kelly and change GMs this offseason? What should we make of how the club is handling young pitchers Bubba Chandler, Carmen Mlodzinski, Mike Burrows and Braxton Ashcraft? And is Henry Davis finally starting to round a corner?

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo react to national criticism of the team over Aaron Rodgers' absence from OTAs. Do names like Terry Bradshaw and Joy Taylor have a point in calling out Rodgers, GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin for the situation? Or are they overstating the impact of Rodgers' absence, with veterans including Mason Rudolph and others shrugging off outside concerns? Then later, the guys give a first look at other areas of concern. How are tackles Troy Fautanu and Broderick Jones looking as they face pressure amid the departure of Dan Moore Jr.? How are new receivers DK Metcalf and Robert Woods assimilating? And are internal options Calvin Austin III and Roman Wilson prepared to step up at the position following the George Pickens trade to the Dallas Cowboys?

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo recap Day 2 of OTAs at the team's South Side facility. What have tackles Broderick Jones and Troy Fautanu been saying about their approach to 2025? Can Fautanu bounce back from the injury that ruined his rookie season? And can Jones finally live up to his first-round NFL draft hype after two years of inconsistency? Our duo tackles those questions, then analyzes how the cornerback group is shaping up, with Darius Slay joining Joey Porter Jr., Cory Trice Jr., Beanie Bishop and others. And explains why Wednesday's practice was a slippery one, with Mike Tomlin keeping practice outside despite a heavy dose of rain in Pittsburgh.

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Brian Batko and Ray Fittipaldo recap the first day OTAs at the team's South Side facility. What were players saying about Aaron Rodgers as he remains unsigned at the beginning of the offseason program? How much faith do they have in Mason Rudolph as he takes first-team reps for now? How are the receivers looking? From new faces like DK Metcalf and Robert Woods to returning options like Roman Wilson and Calvin Austin III? And how closely should we be watching tackles Broderick Jones and Troy Fautanu in the early going? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news live around 5 p.m. Eastern. Should the Steelers really be looking at Kirk Cousins as a Plan B to Aaron Rodgers, as reporting from ESPN's Jeremy Fowler suggests? Would the veteran quarterback's production be worth his hefty price tag for general manager Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin? Or are they better off looking internally at options like Mason Rudolph and Will Howard? And what other storylines is Paul monitoring at Steelers OTAs, from the new-look receivers room with DK Metcalf and Robert Woods joining Roman Wilson and Calvin Austin III to the battle at tackle highlighting Broderick Jones and Troy Fautanu? Paul tackles those topics, then recaps a busy weekend for the Pirates against the Milwaukee Brewers and the start of their West Coast road trip against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss day one of Steelers' OTAs. What were Alan's takeaways from what he saw from the likes of Roman Wilson, Troy Fautanu, Will Howard, etc... Aaron Rodgers is yet to sign so he obviously wasn't in attendance but were any other absences noticeable. Should the team pivot to Kirk Cousins if Rodgers stiffs them? Could we see more 3 TE sets? Will the team acquire another WR before the season kicks off? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo analyze the advantages DK Metcalf gives the team as its No. 1 WR in place of George Pickens, who was traded to the Dallas Cowboys earlier this month. What does Metcalf do better than Pickens? Will he be a better fit in a WRs room with names including Calvin Austin III, Robert Woods and Roman Wilson? And how quickly can he generate chemistry with QBs including Mason Rudolph and -- possibly -- Aaron Rodgers? Our duo tackles those questions, plus lessons GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin should take from the ill-fated 2022 NFL draft in which they selected Pickens, Austin, Kenny Pickett, DeMarvin Leal and others. Then in the third segment, the guys ponder whether Aaron Rodgers or the offensive line -- including young players like Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu, Zach Frazier and Mason McCormick -- are more important to the team for its upcoming late-season grind.

On the Monday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo analyze the offensive line after GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin chose not to add to it via the NFL draft. Is that a sign of confidence in young players including Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu, Mason McCormick and Zach Frazier? What are reasonable expectations for that group this season as they look to provide better blocking to RBs Kaleb Johnson, Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell? And better protection for QBs including Mason Rudolph, Will Howard and --possibly -- Aaron Rodgers? Later, the guys take a look at how the CB room is coming together with names like Donte Kent and Darius Slay joining Joey Porter Jr., Cory Tice Jr. and Beanie Bishop. And they take a look at how AFC North rivals including the Ravens, Bengals and Browns performed in the NFL draft, with big names including Shedeur Sanders, Quinshon Judkins, Shemar Stewart and Malaki Starks entering the fray.

Today's episode: We can talk about other stuff related to the Steelers all the time, but this coming season all comes down to Broderick Jones and Troy Fautanu. Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's three Daily Shot podcasts -- one each on Steelers, Penguins, Pirates -- every weekday morning, plus the all-new DOUBLE SHOT show that follows up at 4:00 p.m. Eastern! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with the 49ers signing an extension with TE George Kittle. Hosts Colleen Wolfe, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Chase Edmonds discuss the Steelers options at QB along with Lawrence Taylor denying a request from Abdul Carter to wear his number. Is it a big deal that the Cowboys didn't draft a WR? Plus, the table delivers Superlatives for the 2025 NFL Draft! Stay tuned for Hour 2 of the GMFB Podcast! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with what's next for the 49ers after the Kittle extension. Hosts Colleen Wolfe, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Chase Daniel discuss the Bills being criticized for not taking a WR in the Draft. The table looks at the culture change happening in the Bears locker room. Will we see a different Jets team this season? Plus, Manti and Chase look at the incoming class of running backs and compare them to proven veterans. The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with hosts Colleen Wolfe, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Chase Edmonds discussing Shedeur Sanders roller coaster ride in the NFL Draft. Then they look at a team that drafted a player they love and then they share their favorite NFL Draft moments from 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with hosts Colleen Wolfe, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o and Chase Edmonds sharing which quarterbacks their most intrigued with following the NFL Draft. Which NFL team won the draft? U.S. Soccer legend Jozy Altidore joins the show and talks about announcing the Buffalo Bills pick and the World Cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Saturday Edition of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with Former Green Bay Packers WR Donald Driver recalling his early memories of Aaron Rodgers. Can Jordan Love win a Super Bowl? Plus, Donald delivers a message to WR’s who expected to be drafted this week. Tom Pelissero highlights an article he wrote about NFL Prospects, with most of the attention being drawn to criticism around Shedeur Sanders. How did the quote of one anonymous coach affect the Draft? Alabama Head Coach Kalen DeBoers talks about his Crimson Tide program and how many players are headed to the NFL! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A selection of the best Kyle Brandt cuts from the Week of April 21st: Anonymous Coach criticizes Shedeur Sanders The dangers of riding along with a Blackhawk Helicopter flyover Did the Jaguars just break their lackluster Draft cycle? 10 Takes with Kyle Brandt is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with Round 1 of the NFL Draft completed! Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, and Tom Pelissero discuss the early moves made by teams, including why teams passed on Shedeur Sanders and where could he be drafted tonight? Kyle relives a helicopter experience while giving his three biggest fears about the experience. Plus, we hear Jamie's conversations with some of the first round picks! Stay tuned for Hour 2 of the GMFB Podcast! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with thoughts on which teams made the best First Round selections. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, and Tom Pelissero discuss which quarterbacks will come off the board in Round 2. WWE Superstar Seth Rollins is in Green Bay and gives his thoughts on the Bears choices. The table wraps up the week preparing for Friday Night's Draft action! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, and Tom Pelissero previewing the NFL Draft - is this an unpredictable NFL Draft? Alabama head coach Kalen Deboer joins the show and talks about his players getting drafted, navigating his first season with Alabama following Nick Saban, Jalen Milroe’s comparisons to Lamar Jackson, and Michael Penix Jr’s future in the NFL. Former DL & Super Bowl 31 Champion Sean Jones and talks about the draft being in Green Bay, draft day in 1984, his favorite Reggie White story, and who he’s eyeing for the Packers to draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, and Tom Pelissero discussing which teams fascinates them going into the NFL Draft tonight. Arizona State RB Cam Skattebo joins the show and talks about the NFL Draft tonight, his versatility, his emotions leading up to the draft and mentality when he has the ball in his hands. NFL draft card preparer Lucy Popko joins the show and talks about her duties on draft night, her favorite backstage stories, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel look back at the 2005 Draft where Matt was in the same class with Aaron Rodgers, who fell to 24th that night. Matt talks about his workouts with teams and how most weren't about drafting him! Bobby reveals a new sports hobby he'll be trying in the near future! 3x SB Champion Matt Light recalls his Draft experience along with joining the Patriots and winning Super Bowls. What was Matt's favorite prank on Bill Belichick? Matt is excited for the future of the Patriots and has spoken with new Head Coach Mike Vrabel, who was a former teammate. See how Matt is helping youths with The Light Foundation ! Bobby and Matt quiz each other on where former players went to college. Plus, Bobby lists which fast food items he sees players as. We wrap with the Lots to Say Mock Draft, which includes a surprise team for Shedeur Sanders! Lots to Say with Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast takes us to Green Bay and another day closer to the NFL Draft! Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Tom Pelissero, and Michael Robinson discuss the anonymous criticism of Shedeur Sanders. The table speaks with Prospect Shemar Stewart, who is preparing to hear his name called on Thursday night. A family from 'Run Rich Run' share their journey with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and taking part in the Draft this week. Plus, NFL Prospect Omarion Hampton talks about becoming a young RB in the NFL. Stay tuned for Hour 2 of the GMFB Podcast! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast brings the latest news heading into the NFL Draft. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Tom Pelissero, Michael Robinson and LeRoy Butler discuss the Cowboys direction in the first round. LeRoy gives his thoughts on the talks between Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers. Plus, Prospect Malaki Starks reveals how Georgia has prepared him for his journey into the NFL. The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.