Best Nate Hains Podcasts (2024)

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Steelers trade rumors: Should Omar Khan have thrown 'kitchen sink' for Brandon Aiyuk? 36:13

2h ago36:13

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On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, Christopher Carter and Steelers insider Brian Batko react to Brandon Aiyuk re-signing with the 49ers and ending his chances of coming to Pittsburgh. Should Omar Khan have upped the ante to get San Francisco to bite? Are the Steelers' wide receivers behind George Pickens good enough this year? …

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Pirates mailbag: Should Bryan Reynolds change positions from the outfield? 12:15

1h ago12:15

12:15

In his Friday mailbag episode of First 10, Jason Mackey answers an array of readers questions about the Pirates' tanking season. Should Bryan Reynolds change positions next season? What does the team do about Joey Bart at catcher? And just how long is the leash for manager Derek Shelton? Plus, final thoughts on the Brandon Aiyuk situation now that …

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Penn State-West Virginia: Can Drew Allar repeat is 2023 masterpiece? Can Nittany Lions handle crowd? 33:51

3h ago33:51

33:51

On their weekly Penn State football podcast, host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Nittany Lions insider Joel Haas preview the season opener Saturday vs. West Virginia in Morgantown. Can Drew Allar repeat his sparkling performance against the Mountaineers a year ago? What kind of threat does WVU QB Garrett Greene pose to DC Tom Allen's…

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Did Steelers answer any major questions this NFL preseason? Value consistency of Najee Harris? 26:37

10m ago26:37

26:37

In his weekly YouTube appearance, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the conclusion of the Steelers' preseason. Did coaches Mike Tomlin, Arthur Smith and Teryl Austin answer any of their major questions definitively since the start of training camp? Or do things remain too unsettled with QBs Russell Wilson and Justin Fields, offensi…

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No easy solutions for Pirates collapse? Time to replace David Bendar at closer? 12:21

15m ago12:21

12:21

On his daily First 10 podcast, Jason Mackey reacts to the Pirates' meltdown Wednesday vs. the Chicago Cubs, in which they blew a 10-3 lead en route to a 14-10 loss at PNC Park. Is it time to replace David Bednar with Aroldis Chapman at closer? How much would moving on from names including GM Ben Cherington, manager Derek Shelton and hitting coach A…

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Should fate of Pirates' Derek Shelton, Andy Haines & Ben Cherington be tied to MLB win total? 12:00

1h ago12:00

12:00

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey ponders the future of manager Derek Shelton, hitting coach Andy Haines and GM Ben Cherington. Should their fates at the end of the season be tied to improving the win total from 76 in 2023? Or if they fall short, is finding out what they have in players like Oneil Cruz in the…

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Steelers preseason: Could Omar Khan add NFL free agents at CB, WR? Watch Noah Brown? 30:50

27m ago30:50

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On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to ponder moves GM Omar Khan may make now that NFL teams have cut down to their initial 53-man rosters. Could he bolster his receiving corps behind George Pickens via trade? Or the addition of a freshly cut free a…

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Reacting to Steelers' 53-man roster release with Bob Pompeani — any significant or surprising cuts? 26:41

18h ago26:41

26:41

On his weekly Chipped Ham and Football podcast, Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko welcomes KDKA-TV sports director and Pittsburgh media legend Bob Pompeani to react to the Steelers' 53-man roster release. Were there any significant or surprising cuts? Why would the Steelers release Quez Watkins and Dez Fitzpatrick when they're already thin …

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Pitt football: Is Pat Narduzzi plan for Eli Holstein, Nate Yarnell at QB a good one? 23:47

1h ago23:47

23:47

On their weekly Pitt football mailbag podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Christopher Carter and Stephen Thompson answer reader questions. Among them: Is coach Pat Narduzzi making the right move in not yet choosing a starting QB and letting both Eli Holstein and Nate Yarnell play this week vs. Kent State? Why are so many depth chart positions unsettled,…

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Pitt can't let Heather Lyke leave? | Did Pirates handle Oneil Cruz position change properly? 13:02

3h ago13:02

13:02

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey gives his thoughts on Heather Lyke's future as Pitt athletic director following the extension for her colleague Pat Kraft at Penn State. How important is it for the Panthers to hold onto Lyke, who's presided over growth for numerous programs including football under Pat Nardu…

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Oneil Cruz reaction: What to make of Pirates' decision to move him from shortstop to center field? 12:23

1h ago12:23

12:23

Pittsburgh Pirates insiders Noah Hiles and Andrew Destin react to Monday's news of the team announcing it will be moving Oneil Cruz from shortstop to center field. Is this a long-term franchise decision, or will Derek Shelton give Cruz a chance again to play at short? Also, how will this affect the team in the short term with the Pirates now eight …

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Steelers practice report: Jaylen Warren getting healthy? Cory Trice Jr. vs. Darius Rush at CB? 8:58

1h ago8:58

8:58

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Brian Batko and Ray Fittipaldo recap a busy day at the team's South Side practice facility Monday as roster cuts loom. How is Jaylen Warren recovering from his NFL preseason hamstring injury? And will he be ready for Week 1 vs. the Atlanta Falcons? How is the battle to back up Joey Porter Jr. and Donte Jackson at corn…

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Time for Pirates' to play Henry Davis, see what they have? | Feeling better about Steelers' offense? 13:00

3d ago13:00

13:00

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey reacts to the Pirates' series victory against the Cincinnati Reds over the weekend. He also analyzes the team's catching situation. How important is it for GM Ben Cherington to learn what he has in Henry Davis? Has Yasmani Grandal started to live up to his contract after his …

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Will Pirates shut Paul Skenes down? Or just slow him down? Plan for Jared Jones, Mitch Keller, etc.? 20:28

38m ago20:28

20:28

On their Pirates podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Noah Hiles and Andrew Destin discuss the team's rotation plans for the remainder of the season. Will GM Ben Cherington and manager Derek Shelton shut ace rookie Paul Skenes down with the team probably out of the MLB postseason race? Or will they simply slow his workload? What is the plan for fellow ro…

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Steelers preseason: Has Justin Fields gained ground on Russell Wilson? Is Beanie Bishop in trouble? 29:03

1h ago29:03

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On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to put a wrap on the team's preseason. Russell Wilson has retained the No. 2 QB job, but how much ground has Justin Fields made up since the start of training camp? What are Ray's expectations for the cornerback room…

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Steelers preseason: Does Justin Fields give offense a higher ceiling than Russell Wilson? 27:00

3d ago27:00

27:00

On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, Christopher Carter and Brian Batko look ahead to the Steelers' preseason finale against the Lions as the quarterback battle between Russell Wilson and Justin Fields reaches its conclusion. Would Fields give the offense a higher ceiling, or should the Steelers rely on the steady hand of Wilson?…

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Why surprising trade for Rutger McGroarty might be just what Penguins need 11:26

7d ago11:26

11:26

On Friday's episode of First 10, Jason Mackey takes a look at Kyle Dubas' stunning trade for prospect Rutger McGroarty, sending Brayden Yager out of town. Could McGroarty be an answer to what has ailed Mike Sullivan and company lately? Plus, a look ahead to the Steelers' final preseason game against the Lions and what Broderick Jones, Russell Wilso…

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The Ultimate Fantasy Football Draft Guide: League-winners, deep sleepers & players to avoid for 2024 1:31:36

17h ago1:31:36

1:31:36

Post-Gazette sports editor and fantasy analyst Chris Dell breaks down his favorite draft strategies and top players to target — as well as to avoid — at every position for 2024. Chris and fellow show co-host Dalton Brown also run through their preferred sleeper picks, handcuff running backs and rookie wide receivers to keep an eye on this season. I…

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Penn State football: Over/unders for Drew Allar, Nick Singleton, Kaytron Allen, Abdul Carter? 28:36

5h ago28:36

28:36

On their weekly Penn State football podcast, host Adam Bittner and Daily Collegian/Post-Gazette Nittany Lions insider Joel Haas ponder over/unders for the team's biggest stars. Will Drew Allar surpass 3,000 passing yards for the first time in 2024? Could he challenge the 30 touchdown threshold? And will he throw more than his two interceptions from…

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Is Steelers' Arthur Smith right about NFL preseason? Give Russell Wilson, Justin Fields more time? 28:51

2d ago28:51

28:51

In his weekly YouTube appearance, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise joins host Adam Bittner to react to the Steelers' struggles offensively so far this NFL preseason. Is new OC Arthur Smith right that exhibition games can "distort reality"? Is it too soon to judge QBs Russell Wilson and Justin Fields, considering Kenny Pickett's success last…

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Steelers preseason: Will Russell Wilson, Justin Fields split first-team reps vs. Detroit Lions? 28:51

8d ago28:51

28:51

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko to ponder the team's QB situation ahead of its NFL preseason finale Saturday vs. the Detroit Lions. Will Russell Wilson get the bulk of the first-team reps? Or could he split time with an ascendant Justin Fields? Lat…

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Pitt football: Rodney Hammond Jr., Desmond Reid need to thrive for OC Kade Bell's offense to work? 12:18

1d ago12:18

12:18

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist explains why Pitt football needs running backs Desmond Reid -- the Western Carolina transfer -- and Rodney Hammond Jr. to thrive in the running game this season for new OC Kade Bell's offense to succeed. Then later, Jason talks Steelers and Pirates. Is new OC Arthur Smith right not to pan…

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Steelers preseason: Broderick Jones dealing with multiple injuries? Troy Fautanu ready for opener? 9:02

15h ago9:02

9:02

Steelers insiders Ray Fittipaldo and Brian Batko report from Steelers preseason practice on Tuesday at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex on the South Side. The offensive line, which underperformed in the second preseason game against the Bills, is banged up. What should we make of Broderick Jones' elbow injury? Is he dealing with any other bumps and bruis…

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Steelers preseason: Broderick Jones issues fixable? Dan Moore Jr. underrated? Trai Essex weighs in 24:55

2h ago24:55

24:55

On his weekly Chipped Ham and Football podcast, Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko welcomes former Super Bowl champion Trai Essex to weigh in on the team's offensive line and QB situations. Are the issues we've seen from OT Broderick jones in the NFL preseason fixable? Or genuine cause for concern? Is Dan Moore Jr. underrated as a tackle opt…

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Will Pirates bring Andrew McCutchen back? How should they replace Ke'Bryan Hayes? 11:01

6h ago11:01

11:01

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey reacts to Andrew McCutchen's latest injury and what it means for his future with the Pirates. Should GM Ben Cherington bring him back next season as one of their more productive hitters? Or should they look to fill the DH spot with someone who has more positional flexibility?…

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Pitt football: Is Nate Yarnell still the starting QB? Or is Eli Holstein closing in? 28:31

16h ago28:31

28:31

On their weekly Pitt football mailbag podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Christopher Carter and Stephen Thompson answer reader questions. Among them: Is Nate Yarnell still the Panthers' clear-cut starting quarterback? Or is Eli Holstein closing in? How many true freshmen see the field this year? And who are the big targets for Jeff Capel and Pitt baske…

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Steelers preseason: Concern about Russell Wilson, Justin Fields? Can o-line be fixed quickly? 27:55

11d ago27:55

27:55

On the Monday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to the team's NFL preseason loss to the Buffalo Bills on Saturday. What's going on with QBs Russell Wilson and Justin Fields, who have yet to produce a touchdown drive this preseason? What can be done about …

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Steelers preseason: Big opportunity for Najee Harris? | Pirates' Ke'Bryan Hayes playing hurt? 10:56

9m ago10:56

10:56

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey reacts to the Steelers' preseason loss to the Buffalo Bills this past weekend. Why haven't we seen new OC Arthur Smith's offense translate well in-stadium yet? Why haven't tight ends including Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington seen more targets after heavy workloads at tr…

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Pirates playoff collapse: What's the goal for the rest of 2024? 11:47

42m ago11:47

11:47

Pirates insiders Noah Hiles and Andrew Destin talk about a rare series victory over the Mariners, as a blowout loss puts their end-of-season plans into focus. What should the team strive for as it closes out what will likely be a dissapointing end to a once-promising season? Has Joey Bart proven himself to be the catcher of the future? And where ca…

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Steelers-Bills reaction: Should we be concerned with the starting offense yet? 8:18

2h ago8:18

8:18

Post-Gazette insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo react to the Steelers' 9-3 NFL preseason loss to the Buffalo Bills on Saturday night at Acrisure Stadium. What should we take away from QB Russell Wilson's first start in a Steelers uniform, and is there really a battle for the starting job between him and Justin Fields after tonight? How did roo…

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4d ago1:06:59

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Steelers preseason: Russell Wilson getting starter's treatment, Justin Fields a different weapon 29:50

2d ago29:50

29:50

On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, Christopher Carter talks with Steelers insider Gerry Dulac about Russell Wilson's game plan in the preseason game against the Bills. Why are the Steelers convinced Wilson is the man for the job in Week 1? And has Justin Fields proven to be worthy of his own packages? Plus, what are the chances…

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Steelers trade rumors: Brandon Aiyuk or no one at WR? | Pirates' Oneil Cruz taking too much blame? 33:20

1h ago33:20

33:20

In his weekly YouTube appearance, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise joins host Adam Bittner to weigh Steelers GM Omar Khan's options if he can't complete a trade for San Francisco 49ers star Brandon Aiyuk. Would Khan be justified to feel content with names like Van Jefferson, Quez Watkins and Scotty Miller behind George Pickens? Or should he…

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Penn State football: Are Cooper Cousins, Luke Reynolds & Max Granville freshman breakout candidates? 31:59

44m ago31:59

31:59

On their weekly Penn State football podcast, host Adam Bittner and Daily Collegian/Post-Gazette insider Joel Haas ponder freshmen breakout candidates for coach James Franklin and the Nittany Lions in 2024. Can offensive linemen Cooper Cousins maintain his spring momentum and earn a starting spot? Can five-star prospect Luke Reynolds emerge in a tig…

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Steelers training camp: Russell Wilson 'felt great' in final practice, ready to tangle with Bills 10:00

1h ago10:00

10:00

Quarterback Russell Wilson speaks with reporters after Steelers training camp practice Wednesday at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. He explains how he's feeling as he continues to work his way back from a calf injury and take over No. 1 reps from backup Justin Fields; his expectations of joint practices and an NFL preseason game with the Buffalo …

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Steelers training camp: Has Russell Wilson, Justin Fields QB battle taken a weird turn? 29:30

3h ago29:30

29:30

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Mike's Beer Bar, host Christopher Carter welcomes insider Brian Batko to break down the latest developments in the QB battle between Russell Wilson and Justin Fields at Steelers training camp. Is Wilson's light workload in Latrobe strange, even despite the injury? Has Fields be…

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Steelers training camp: How can Cordarrelle Patterson unlock Arthur Smith's offense? 8:36

1h ago8:36

8:36

Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo talk after Monday's training camp practice about Arthur Smith's offense. Even though Smith is known more as a run-first guy, what can we learn from how aggressive the Steelers were throwing the ball on Friday against the Texans? How are Mike Tomlin and the rest of the Steelers coaching staff evaluati…

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Pitt football: Will Kade Bell get offense rolling quickly? Is Konata Mumpfield WR1? 23:16

1h ago23:16

23:16

On their weekly Pitt football mailbag podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Christopher Carter and Stephen Thompson answer reader questions. Among them: How many games will it take new coordinator Kade Bell's offense to find its stride? Why are names including Zion Fowler and Lamar Seymore standing out at receiver and has Konata Mumpfield established hims…

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Steelers training camp: Arthur Smith wants to 'clean up' Justin Fields, Nate Herbig snap issues 11:47

8d ago11:47

11:47

Offensive coordinator Arthur Smith speaks to reporters after Steelers training camp practice Monday in Latrobe. He offers his thoughts on Cordarrelle Patterson working his way back into action after injury; QB Justin Fields' efforts in the preseason loss the Houston Texans, including snap issues with C Nate Herbig; the No. 2 receiver battle between…

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Pirates collapse: Will they limit innings for Paul Skenes, Jared Jones as MLB postseason hopes fade? 19:16

20h ago19:16

19:16

On their Pirates podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Noah Hiles and Andrew Destin discuss what the Pirates' goals should be now that losing sweeps against the San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers have severely diminished their MLB postseason chances. Can young players including Henry Davis and Jack Suwinski prove they belong in the club's 2025 futur…

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Steelers training camp: Payton Wilson, Cory Trice Jr. stock rising? D-Line showing depth? 28:29

21h ago28:29

28:29

On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive, presented by Mike's Beer Bar, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette insider Ray Fittipaldo to tackle the hottest topics from Steelers training camp practice on Sunday. Do first-team reps signal rising stock for LB Payton Wilson and Cory Trice Jr. after strong NFL preseason debuts Friday vs. th…

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Steelers training camp: Does Troy Fautanu's injury force him to the bench for Week 1? 6:54

1d ago6:54

6:54

Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo talk after Sunday's training camp practice about first-round pick Troy Fautanu's injury and the battle at center. Is Fautanu going to start on the sideline after a rough first preseason game and getting hurt? And is Zach Frazier taking over at center for Nate Herbig already? Plus, a look at how Corda…

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Steelers-Texans reaction: Offense sluggish around Justin Fields? Cause for concern or not? 8:10

12d ago8:10

8:10

Post-Gazette insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo react to the Steelers 20-12 NFL preseason loss to the Houston Texans on Friday night at Acrisure Stadium. What should we take from QB Justin Fields' performance, which was accurate but undone by struggles around him? How much will Nate Herbig's two botched exchanges weigh in the center competitio…

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NFL preseason: Steelers vs. Texans reaction, recap & highlights | How did Justin Fields look? 31:26

12d ago31:26

31:26

The Post-Gazette's Adam Bittner and Paul Zeise react live after the Steelers' first NFL preseason game Friday evening vs. the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium. How did Justin Fields look with the first team with Russell Wilson taking the night off? What happened in the offensive tackle battle between Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu and Dan Moore Jr…

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Should Pirates bring back Aroldis Chapman amid David Bednar, Colin Holderman struggles? 12:30

19d ago12:30

12:30

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey answers reader questions. Among them: What needs to change with the Pirates' Oneil Cruz? Should GM Ben Cherington consider bring back Aroldis Chapman amid bullpen struggles from David Bednar and Colin Holderman? What is Derek Shelton's future as Pirates manager amid the club'…

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Brandon Aiyuk trade rumors: Do Steelers have leverage over 49ers? 25:39

4d ago25:39

25:39

On Friday's episode of the North Shore Drive podcast presented by Mike's Beer Bar, host Christopher Carter is joined by Steelers insider Gerry Dulac to discuss the latest Brandon Aiyuk trade rumors. Do the Steelers hold all the cards when it comes to the potential trade package? And what will we be watching for from Justin Fields in the Steelers' p…

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Penn State football: WRs Tre Wallace, Kaden Saunders, Liam Clifford generating fall camp buzz? 31:06

19d ago31:06

31:06

On their weekly Penn State football podcast, host Adam Bittner and Daily Collegian/Post-Gazette insider Joel Haas react to comments by coaches and players at the Nittany Lions' media day this past weekend. Why are receivers including Tre Wallace, Kaden Saunders and Liam Clifford generating buzz early in fall camp? How will the complement transfer J…

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Steelers trade rumors: What would Brandon Aiyuk deal mean for George Pickens, Pat Freiermuth, etc.? 32:03

7d ago32:03

32:03

In his weekly YouTube appearance, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise joins host Adam Bittner to weigh the potential impact of a Brandon Aiyuk trade with the San Francisco 49ers on the rest of the Steelers' roster. Could GM Omar Khan be forced to choose between Aiyuk and George Pickens as soon as next season for salary cap reasons? What impact…

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Pirates playoff chase: David Bednar, Colin Holderman falter as collapse continues 11:08

5d ago11:08

11:08

In Thursday's edition of First 10, Jason Mackey talks about another incredibly frustrating Pirates loss, as the bullpen gives up another game while Yasmani Grandal and Connor Joe fail to come through in the clutch. Are there any answers to stop their free fall from contention? Plus a look at the Steelers' first preseason game Friday and lingering c…

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Steelers preseason: Justin Fields' time to shine vs. Texans? Van Jefferson, Quez Watkins impressing? 8:20

6d ago8:20

8:20

Post-Gazette insiders Gerry Dulac report from Steelers training camp practice in Latrobe ahead of the first NFL preseason game Friday vs. the Houston Texans. How much -- or how little -- will we see big names including Cam Heyward, Minkah Fitzpatrick, T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and Russell Wilson? Could Justin Fields see as many as three drives at Q…

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