Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko recap the week in NFL mock draft picks for the team from across the Internet. -Is Shemar Stewart a name we should pay more attention to in the defensive line conversation alongside names like Kenneth Grant, Derrick Harmon and Walter Nolen? Especially because he visited the team's facil…

In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan try their hardest to improve the team with nothing but internal moves. It unearthed more issues than they could possibly address, and this is coming off a 3 out of 4 series win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

HJ gives his recap of the 2024-25 season and why he is optimistic for the future. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-sports-porch--5608597/support.By RPM

On his weekly Saturday Conversations podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes Penguins broadcaster Paul Steigerwald to tackle a range of hockey topics. Can coach Mike Sullivan's team sustain its late-season momentum into next season to give Sidney Crosby, Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin a chance to return to the playoffs? How much…

Aaron Rodgers dominated the shows at the end of the week after he spoke for the first time since free agency began.

Today's episode: This team needs to be able to do thing in the part of the field that matters most ... both directions. 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…

The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Jason Mackey, from Friday, April 18th, 2025

Hour 1 with Ray Fittipaldo: Ray doesn't think the Steelers were put off by Aaron Rodgers' comments and the Steelers already knew a lot of Rodgers' thoughts. Ray thinks the Steelers will go DL in the first round, but anything is in play. Ray is not ruling out Shedeur Sanders or Jaxson Dart. "All signs are pointing to them taking a quarterback."…

Hour 2 with Jason Mackey: Ray doesn't think the Steelers were put off by Aaron Rodgers' comments and the Steelers already knew a lot of Rodgers' thoughts. Ray thinks the Steelers will go DL in the first round, but anything is in play. Ray is not ruling out Shedeur Sanders or Jaxson Dart. "All signs are pointing to them taking a quarterback." Will t…

Hour 3 with Jason Mackey: Jason thinks Bob Nutting is the biggest heel for some fans. George Pickens, Tristan Jarry, Ryan Graves, and Erik Karlsson are heels for some people. Some of the babyfaces include Paul Skenes, Andrew McCutchen, Sidney Crosby, Cam Heyward, and T.J. Watt. The Bechtold Breakdown - Jaxson Dart will now NOT attend the draft. Pen…

Hour 4 with Jason Mackey: Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk joined the show. Will Oneil Cruz take the next step? Penguins reporter Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. Penguins had locker cleanout day today and the big takeaway was Mike Sullivan talking about his commitment to coaching the Penguins next year. Erik Karlsson knows h…

Penguins reporter Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. Penguins had locker cleanout day today and the big takeaway was Mike Sullivan talking about his commitment to coaching the Penguins next year. Erik Karlsson knows his name will be in trade rumors. The big question is if Kyle Dubas wants to commit to this group or wait ano…

We knew the offense wasn't going to be great and Bob thinks games need to be won with the pitching staff. Pitching and defense need to be key, but need both to be effective. Will Oneil Cruz take the next step?

Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles previews the team's three-game series against the Cleveland Guardians this weekend. Carmen Mlodzinski starts Friday night against former Pirate Luis Ortiz. What does Mlodzinksi need to show in order to shore up his place in the starting rotation? Is getting through the Guardians order twice the key? How will …

Jaxson Dart will now NOT attend the draft. Does Dart believe he's falling in the draft? Penn State football's outlook if they grab a top receiver in the portal. Is Jaylen Warren primed for a breakout season? Penguins honor Alex Ovechkin.

Jason thinks Bob Nutting is the biggest heel for some fans. George Pickens, Tristan Jarry, Ryan Graves, and Erik Karlsson are heels for some people. Some of the babyfaces include Paul Skenes, Andrew McCutchen, Sidney Crosby, Cam Heyward, and T.J. Watt.

Jason thinks this is probably it for Evgeni Malkin after next season. Will the Penguins target next season as a bridge year or a year to try and win the Stanley Cup? Kris Letang is probably going to still play after having surgery to repair a small hole in his heart. Jason would not trade Bryan Rust and Rickard Rakell. The Penguins have $24 million…

Ray doesn't think the Steelers were put off by Aaron Rodgers' comments and the Steelers already knew a lot of Rodgers' thoughts. Ray thinks the Steelers will go DL in the first round, but anything is in play. Ray is not ruling out Shedeur Sanders or Jaxson Dart. "All signs are pointing to them taking a quarterback."…

The Pirates winning 3/4 against the Nationals shows a blueprint for how the team can win games. Jason likes the Pirates bullpen and how Ryan Borucki is pitching. He thinks the offense can and will be better. Jason wants to see Joey Bart playing some first base with Henry Davis playing more.

The Penguins season came to an end with a victory over the Washington Capitals. What did Art Rooney II hear that convinced him Rodgers is likely go to the Steelers? Rodgers said he doesn't want to hold any team hostage. Austin compares the Aaron Rodgers situation to Brandon Aiyuk.

On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Brian Batko hold a fantasy draft of which players they feel GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin are most likely to pick in the NFL draft. Will the answer come from the familiar DT trio of Derrick Harmo…

Enough already of this Aaron Rodgers debacle. 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/…

Let's talk about real, substantiated hope. 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/adc…

I've got a (left-handed) compliment to offer this morning. 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 …

Let's talk about Aaron Rodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

In this episode of The South Side Beat, Chris Halicke and Matt Williamson react to Aaron Rodgers' comments on the Pat McAfee Show and whether or not it's worth it for the Steelers to wait for him to make a decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

Today's episode: It’s never been clearer how badly the Steelers are embarrassing themselves with Aaron Rodgers. 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…

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Noah Hiles and Colin Beazley break down the Pirates' series win over the Washington Nationals, in which they won three of four games, which concluded Thursday afternoon with a 1-0 win. Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller, Bailey Falter and Andrew Heaney all gave the Pirates quality starts in the series, but how long can a strong…

The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Jason Mackey, from Thursday, April 17th, 2025

Hour 1 with Jason Mackey and Tyler Kennedy: There truly is no such thing as a meaningless game as players always have something to play for and end on a positive note. Tyler Kennedy thinks Sid is as good of a person as he is as a player. TK doesn't think Erik Karlsson is going anywhere and the Penguins need to do something to get him playing like a…

Hour 2 with Jason Mackey: What should the Steelers do in the first round of the NFL Draft? Jason doesn't understand the obsession around quarterbacks in the first round. He doesn't want the Steelers to take Shedeur Sanders or Jaxson Dart. We're all guessing what T.J. Watt meant by his cryptic Instagram story post with a peace sign.…

Hour 3 with Jason Mackey: Pirates reporter Kevin Gorman of The Trib joined the show. Henry Davis is starting to figure it out offensively and hit his first home run of the season off the foul pole Wednesday. Austin thinks this is the day Aaron Rodgers will sign. Jason would rather see the Steelers announce it. Travis Williams apologized to the fans…

Hour 4 with Jason Mackey: Aaron Rodgers said it's not about the money and has had good conversations with teams. Rodgers said he's not a loot going on in his personal life. 93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. The Aaron Rodgers debate continues on. Jeff thinks Rodgers would need to be at OTAs for the Steelers to feel good abo…

93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. The Aaron Rodgers debate continues on. Jeff thinks Rodgers would need to be at OTAs for the Steelers to feel good about this. The Steelers are just sitting and waiting for an answer.

Callers weigh in on the Pirates lineup and different problems. Aaron Rodgers said it's not about the money and has had good conversations with teams. Rodgers said he's not a loot going on in his personal life.

Austin thinks this is the day Aaron Rodgers will sign. Travis Williams apologized to the fans and Williams on Thursday said the Pirates are owning up to their mistakes. One caller calls out the Pirates' previous regime and leads to a major discussion.

Henry Davis is starting to figure it out offensively and hit his first home run of the season off the foul pole Wednesday. Bailey Falter came close to a perfect game Wednesday and was very solid through seven innings. BREAKING: Aaron Rodgers will join The Pat McAfee Show today.

We're all guessing what T.J. Watt meant by his cryptic Instagram story post with a peace sign. Jason doesn't think Watt should get $40 million but thinks it will happen. $40 million is insane, but money continues to go up the higher the cap continues to increase. What will the Steelers do at running back?…

Jason doesn't understand the obsession around quarterbacks in the first round. He doesn't want the Steelers to take Shedeur Sanders or Jaxson Dart. Austin wants the Steelers to draft a WR or DT.

Sidney Crosby has been named the NHL's most complete player again. TK doesn't think Erik Karlsson is going anywhere and the Penguins need to do something to get him playing like a team player and good player again. TK is conflicted on Tristan Jarry and thinks it would be best if Jarry and the Penguins ultimately part ways.…

Stanley Cup Champion Tyler Kennedy joined the show for the first hour. There truly is no such thing as a meaningless game as players always have something to play for and end on a positive note. What we've learned about the Penguins this season and how they need to improve.

Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey to discuss the Steelers' interest in running backs ahead of the NFL draft. What should we make of the fact that nine of the team's 30 pre-draft visitors play the position? How much belief should OC Arthur Smith have in internal options like Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell? Wil…

Trade with Carolina and get that No. 8 pick! 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/a…

Wishing Kris Letang well ... complete with an apology. 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 mega…

Might this have been an infusion of ... something? 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 megaphon…

Great questions in Matt's Mailbag! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

Today's episode: A step-by-step tour taking us to the Steelers' spot at No. 21 in the NFL Draft. 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…

In his weekly mailbag podcast, Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles answers reader questions. Among them: What's preventing outfielder Oneil Cruz from becoming an elite MLB player? What role do analytics play in manager Derek Shelton's constantly shifting lineups? Which prospects beyond Bubba Chandler are worthy of promotions? Will Chandler bump…

The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey, from Wednesday, April 16th, 2025

Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Is this the worst lineup in the Derek Shelton era? Kris Letang had surgery to repair a hole in his heart and has an expected recovery time of 4-6 weeks. Pirates pre and post host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. The Pirates have lost four games when starters pitch six or more innings. Jack Suwinski has strugg…