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How can Steelers, Omar Khan leverage NFL's growing salary cap? Is Daniel Jones a legit QB option?
On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko to consider what the NFL's growing salary cap could mean for the team in NFL free agency and the trade market.
Will it help GM Omar Khan, coach Mike Tomlin and the Steelers keep members of the 2024 roster like Najee Harris, Russell Wilson or Justin Fields? Could it help in the pursuit of a big-name QB like Aaron Rodgers or Matthew Stafford? Or is a big move at another position of need like defensive line, wide receiver or cornerback now possible?
Later, Chris and Brian size up the free agent running back class and whether a name like former Browns star Nick Chubb could be an option for Khan and the front office. And they end the show by analyzing reports tying former New York Giants first-round pick Daniel Jones to Pittsburgh.
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Paul Zeise Live: Interest in Steelers' Justin Fields heats up? Is Ben Roethlisberger right about offense?
Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news live around 5 p.m. Eastern.
What should we make of the latest reports surrounding Steelers quarterback Justin Fields? Does it seem more likely that he ends up back in Pittsburgh via NFL free agency or with another team, potentially including the New York Jets? And is Ben Roethlisberger right in saying the Steelers offense is not ready to take any steps forward because of a lack of weapons surrounding George Pickens, Pat Freiermuth and any quarterback they may sign?
Paul tackles those questions, offers his reflections on the passing of legendary Penguins broadcaster Mike Lange and weighs in on the 4 Nations Face-Off championship between the U.S. and Canada on Thursday night, with the Penguins' Mike Sullivan and Sidney Crosby going head to head.
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Remembering Penguins legend Mike Lange. What's his legacy for the team and the NHL?
Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to react to the passing of legendary Penguins broadcaster Mike Lange late Wednesday night at the age of 76.
What legacy does he leave the team, NHL and hockey community at large? What are some of Jason's best memories of getting to know Mike on a personal level over the years? What were some of his best moments on the mic? And why is he every bit a piece of franchise lore alongside on-ice heroes like Mario Lemieux, Jaromir Jagr, Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin?
Our duo tackles those poignant questions, then dives into some hockey talk about the U.S. vs. Canada championship match of the Four Nations Face-off. Can Penguins coach Mike Sullivan and his American team recreate their defensive magic from the first matchup over the weekend. Will there be more booing and fisticuffs? And has this tournament reminded the right people that Crosby remains every bit the face of hockey and Team Canada that Connor McDavid is?
Then later, Adam and Jason ponder Penn State's College Football Playoff chances next season following Jason's column on the topic. Are the returns of Drew Allar, Nick Singleton, Kaytron Allen and Dani Dennis-Sutton enough to make this program a dominant force? Or will it need transfer additions at wide receiver like Devonte Ross and Kyron Hudson to make an impact to take a step forward from a crushing loss to Notre Dame in the CFP semifinals at the Orange Bowl last month?
In the third segment, airing on the PG’s new Pirates-focused channel, the topic is payrolls disparity in MLB and the need for a salary cap to even things out. Are tight spenders like the Pirates’ Bob Nutting or free spending teams like the Dodgers, Yankees and Mets the sport’s biggest problem? How much should revenue sharing be part of the conversation around payroll? And how much would transparency in these matters help quell fans’ angst?
Adam and Jason try to answer those questions, then weigh in on some baseball topics, including the first base situation amid Spencer Horwitz’s injury. Is Nick Yorke a good fit as a replacement? Why is it the right move to keep Bryan Reynolds in the outfield? And what impact can Tommy Pham have on the clubhouse culture, starting with his relationship with Oneil Cruz?
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Zeise Live: Is 'Steelers Way' dying as Ben Roethlisberger fears? Can Cam Heyward, T.J. Watt save it?
Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news live at a special time, around 4 p.m. Eastern.
Is the "Steelers Way" of leadership, locker room standards and physical football dying, as former QB Ben Roethlisberger fears in comments on his "Footbahlin" podcast this week? Can homegrown Steelers including T.J. Watt and Cam Heyward preserve it for future generations? Should franchise legends like "Mean" Joe Greene be brought in to teach it? And what responsibility does coach Mike Tomlin have in carrying franchise traditions forward?
Paul tackles those questions and reacts to the latest from Pirates spring training as well as the 4 Nations Face-off championship between Penguins coach Mike Sullivan on the American side and captain Sidney Crosby on the Canadian side.
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Pirates spring training report: Oneil Cruz taking center field in stride? Action for Bubba Chandler?
Post-Gazette insiders Noah Hiles and Andrew Destin report on everything happening from Pirates spring training in Bradenton, Fla., on Wednesday. How did Oneil Cruz sound heading into his first full season as the Pirates center fielder? And why is he so excited for new free agent acquisition Tommy Pham to join him in the outfield? How did reliever Ryan Borucki look in his first live at-bats of spring training? Could Bubba Chandler force his way onto the opening day roster? Or will he likely have to wait in the minor leagues for a while before making his way to Pittsburgh? Our duo answers those questions, plus gives some injury updates courtesy of Pirates director of sports medicine Todd Tomczyk.
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