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  1. 5 HR AGO

    Steelers-Patriots: Can defensive issues, T.J. Watt inefficiencies be FIXED vs. Drake Maye in Week 3?

    On the Saturday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Brian Batko break down the team's Week 3 matchup against the New England Patriots. Will Pittsburgh's defensive struggles and frustrations continue to build against an upstart offense led by Drake Maye, TreVeyon Henderson and Stefon Diggs, or will we continue to see inefficiency from the likes of T.J. Watt and Cam Heyward? Will Mike Tomlin also make the necessary adjustments in the secondary to prevent deep completions that have been allowed so far by the likes of Jalen Ramsey, Darius Slay and Joey Porter Jr.? Our guys wrap up with their final Week 3 predictions, and whether they believe the Steelers can get back to above .500 before their Ireland trip. For more sports, visit post-gazette.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    22 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    Should Pitt's Pat Narduzzi be on the hot seat after Backyard Brawl loss to West Virginia?

    Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to ponder the future of Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi after the Panthers' Backyard Brawl loss to West Virginia. Should Narduzzi's job be in jeopardy after dropping such a winnable rivalry game? What are AD Allen Greene's options realistic options considering Narduzzi's sizable buyout? And how much is Pitt's casual fan base a problem in terms of building a sustainable program? Our duo tackles those questions, the impact Desmond Reid's injury could have on QB Eli Holstein and OC Kade Bell's offense and the top storylines we're following with an eye toward ACC play next week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    12 min

  3. 1 DAY AGO

    Are Steelers' endless communication issues Mike Tomlin's fault? Do T.J. Watt's pressures matter?

    On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey to analyze the Steelers' recurring communication issues. How much blame does coach Mike Tomlin deserve for them? Are they becoming a stale excuse for him? Is his scheme the problem considering they've persisted after names like Minkah Fitzpatrick and Donte Jackson were swapped out for guys like Jalen Ramsey, Juan Thornhill and Darius Slay Jr. this offseason? Or does Tomlin need another assistant to help sort these issues out? Our guys tackle those questions, as well as T.J. Watt's lack of sacks through two games. Are those excusing the production by citing his pressure rate using the same arguments they've dismissed about Myles Garrett's performance with the Cleveland Browns for years? Should those pressures eventually open up opportunities to Jack Sawyer, Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig to finish plays? And how much should Watt's gaudy offseason contract be part of the conversation? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    16 min

  4. 1 DAY AGO

    Did Penn State, Drew Allar prove anything in non-conference slate? Ready for Big Ten play?

    Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to recap the non-conference portion of Penn State football's 2025 schedule and look ahead toward Big Ten Conference play. Did we learn anything about coach James Franklin's squad against outmatched Nevada, Florida International and Villanova teams? Would we have liked to see more from Drew Allar through three games? Is Dani Dennis-Sutton primed for an Abdul Carter-like season? And are receivers Kyron Hudson, Devonte Ross and Trebor Pena; tight end Luke Reynolds; and pass rusher Chaz Coleman the most encouraging surprises so far? 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.

    13 min

  5. 1 DAY AGO

    Does Pirates' Paul Skenes have Cy Young locked up? How badly did Ben Cherington fumble a great year?

    Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to gauge the Cy Young Award chances of Pirates ace Paul Skenes. Does he have the award locked up on the National League side? With only Detroit's Tarik Skubal coming close to matching his production on the American League side? How badly would a Cy Young in a losing season for Skenes reflect on owner Bob Nutting, GM Ben Cherington and manager Don Kelly? Have the Pirates as a club taken Skenes' greatness for granted, in a strong rotation that also includes Mitch Keller? And what level of pressure is on Cherington and Kelly amid the team's latest losing skid? 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.

    15 min

  6. 1 DAY AGO

    Pitt volleyball: BLAIRE BAYLESS joins to talk Penn State win, lessons learned and expanded role

    On this week's episode of Serving Up Pitt, Post-Gazette Pitt insider Abby Schnable is joined by Panthers outside hitter Blaire Bayless to break down the team's statement win on the road over No. 13 Penn State, the defending national champion. Abby and Blaire also reflect on lessons learned during the Panthers' non-conference slate, during which they faced some of the top competition in the country, and how it will help them during ACC play. Blaire also talks about stepping into a bigger role for the team this season, her growth from last year to now and what makes this Pitt team unique. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    32 min

  7. 1 DAY AGO

    Where do Steelers fit in AFC North after two weeks? What does Joe Burrow injury change?

    Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise takes stock of the AFC North after two weeks of action in the 2025 NFL season. How does the picture change now that the Bengals have lost QB Joe Burrow for at least a couple of months? Are the Ravens now a runaway favorite? Or did the loss by Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry and Co. versus Buffalo in NFL Week 1 show that Baltimore is still a flawed team? Can coach Kevin Stefanski turn the Browns around? Or is he in over his head with Joe Flacco and rookies Dillion Gabriel and Shedeuer Sanders as his option at QB? And where do Mike Tomlin, Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers fit into the conversation? Paul tackles those questions, plus offers reaction to Penguins GM Kyle Dubas speaking about Sidney Crosby's future in Pittsburgh. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    29 min

  8. 1 DAY AGO

    Pitt football: Who's underwhelmed and who's surprised through the first three games of the season?

    Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable go through who's lived up to expectations and who's underwhelmed them through the first three games of the Panthers' season. Which young players have taken advantage of their newfound playing time and carved out a role for themselves? How have Deuce Spann and Bryce Yates helped to elevate Pitt's passing game? How has Zach Crothers found production along the defensive front? And, on the other side of the spectrum, who hasn't lived up to expectations this season? Should fans expect more from All-American Kyle Louis and the Pitt linebackers? What about Lyndon Cooper on an offensive line that has struggled to protect the quarterback and open running lanes for Desmond Reid? What can get Kenny Johnson going in the receiver corps? And where does Eli Holstein fit into this discussion? Our duo answers those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    18 min
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