What should we make of a report from the Post-Gazette's own Gerry Dulac that the Steelers remain in active discussions with RB Najee Harris about keeping him in the backfield with Jaylen Warren? Would that be a smart move? Should they consider free agents like the Browns' Nick Chubb? Or should they dip into a deep NFL draft class for names like Ash…

What’s left to fester often becomes far worse. 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…

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Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac & Ray Fittipaldo report from the NFL combine in Indianapolis, where Steelers GM Omar Khan, coach Mike Tomlin and other member of the organization are scouting prospects for the NFL draft. How closely are they looking at cornerback prospects including Notre Dame's Benjamin Morrison, Michigan's Will Johnson,…

Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to analyze discontent in the Steelers fan base over coach Mike Tomlin, owner Art Rooney II and the franchise's recent drought of NFL playoff wins. Do any moves GM Omar Khan could make this offseason matter as long as Tomlin is the coach and Rooney is the owner? Or will the franchise…

On their weekly Pirates mailbag video, Post-Gazette insiders Noah Hiles and Andrew Destin answer reader questions from spring training in Bradenton, Fla. What is Endy Rodriguez's outlook for this season? Do the Pirates still see him as a catcher? Or could he move to first base after missing all of last season after having Tommy John surgery? What c…

What’s the point tonight or the rest of the way? 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.…

Will it still be the all-or-nothing approach at the plate? 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 …

Matt previews the DTs at the Combine and who fits best with the Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Noah Hiles and Andrew Destin discuss their key takeaways from the team's Wednesday performances in spring training during a split-squad day. Bailey Falter made a good first impression against the Orioles. How important is it for him to get off to a good start, unlike the disaster he faced in his first appearance last s…

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news live around 5 p.m. Eastern. Why did the Steelers get low marks in an NFL Players' Association survey for the third year in a row? What were the complaints about owner Art Rooney II and team facilities? And what should we make of coach Mike Tomlin earning the team's…

Bailey Falter pitches 2 hitless innings while striking out 3 in today's 7-3 Pirates victory over the Atlanta Braves. The Pirates totaled 10 hits and 6 walks as Tommy Pham & Henry Davis each had 2 hits. Andrew McCutchen & Isiah Kiner-Falefa each reached base twice as well with his 2 walks. Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://w…

Today's episode: Why it's just so, so hard to take this NFLPA survey seriously 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 4:30 p.m. Eastern! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch…

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from the NFL combine in Indianapolis, where defensive linemen were in the spotlight Wednesday. Could the Steelers take defensive tackles with each of their top two picks, as they look to bolster their depth around names like Cam Heyward and Keeanu Benton? Why are names including O…

Bailey Falter starts today for the 2-1 Pittsburgh Pirates vs the Baltimore Orioles. Andrew McCutchen also makes his Grapefruit League debut as we give you our NS9 Pregame Show. Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SU…

Is Omar Khan on course to make some corrections? 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.…

If this isn't the wheels-off stage, imagine what might be. 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 …

And let's not forget that first base wasn't close to being fixed. 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.…

Matt's reaction to Omar Khan at the NFL Combine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

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 Steelers general manager Omar Khan's comments at the NFL combine about wanting to lock T.J. Watt up with an extension for the rest of his career? Is that the right move? Or is the team in a rebuilding mode where it…

The Pittsburgh Pirates drop a close one to the Atlanta Braves, 2-1, in a spring training pitching duel. Jared Jones took the mound and showed impressive velocity and command, mixing in his new two-seamer. We break down his performance, along with strong outings from Thomas Harrington, David Bednar, and Tanner Rainey. Plus, Ke’Bryan Hayes and Oneil …

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Noah Hiles and Andrew Destin discuss their key takeaways from the team's 2-1 spring training loss to the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Fla. How did Jared Jones look in his first appearance of the spring? Did his new two-seam fastball show signs that it could be a potentially solid pitch for him?…

Today's episode: Omar Khan, the Steelers' general manager, speaks in Indianapolis on the futures of Justin Fields, Russell, much more 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 4:30 p.m. Eastern! Le…

On their weekly Pitt mailbag video, Post-Gazette insiders Christopher Carter and Stephen Thompson answer reader questions. Among them: Do Jeff Capel and the Panthers have a future with star guard Jaland Lowe? Or is he bound to go pro or transfer away? Could twins Guillermo and Jorge Diaz Graham bulk up more heading into next season to help remedy s…

The Pittsburgh Pirates face the Atlanta Braves in their 2nd home game with year at LECOM Park. We are there to give you our pregame show as Jared Jones takes the mound for the first time this year. Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.sea…

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo react to comments by GM Omar Khan at the NFL combine. Why does Khan want to resolve the QB situation before making any other moves? Is there a still a chance Russell Wilson and Justin Fields could both return? And how much attention should we pay to trade rumors swirling around the Steel…

Steelers general manager Omar Khan speak to reporters at the NFL combine in Indianapolis. He explains how he's viewing the QB situation with Justin Fields and Russell Wilson hitting free agency and rumors tying the team to names like Matthew Stafford and Aaron Rodgers; his plans for George Pickens and the wide receiver position in general; his inte…

The myth that Jaylen Warren can't handle the load. 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…

Which traded player would represent pushing the plunger? 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 me…

How to be wary of spring training fantasies. 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…

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news live around 5 p.m. Eastern. Specifically, he gives his thoughts on a report from MMQB's Albert Breer that the Steelers have shown interest in a possible trade for Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford. Does Stafford fit what the team is trying to do on offense under…

Today's episode: The offense belongs to Arthur Smith, and that's going to apply to the quarterback position, as well 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 4:30 p.m. Eastern! Learn more about yo…

On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Christopher Carter to preview the NFL combine this week in Indianapolis from a Steelers perspective. Is defensive line the most important position group for coach Mike Tomlin to watch? Why ar…

Spring Training is officially underway, and the Pirates' young stars are already turning heads! On this episode of Starbucs, DiNardo and Jim break down Bubba Chandler’s electric debut, Konnor Griffin’s impressive tools, and what to expect from Termarr Johnson this season. Plus, we dive into the Pirates' catching battle and the impact of the ABS cha…

The clock's ticking on Justin Fields. 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/adchoice…

Don’t be taking this out on Joel Blomqvist. 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/ad…

Oh, Henry Davis ... how about this summer? 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…

My Rookie RB Ranks before the Combine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

Mitch Keller threw 2 scoreless innings today while striking out one batter. Neil & Doug wrap up day one of NS9 in Bradenton where the Pittsburgh Pirates defeat the Minnesota Twins 5-1. The pitching looked to perform pretty well while the young bucs came through with the bats. Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.co…

Pirates insiders Noah Hiles and Andrew Destin analyze a win over the Twins as Pittsburgh starts spring training 2-0. Mitch Keller came out with high velocity, which is a stark difference from a year ago. What does it mean for the former All-Star moving forward? Plus some first impressions from Caleb Ferguson's time on the mound, and an impressive a…

The Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training Home Opener vs. the Minnesota Twins. Mitch Keller will make his spring debut. Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show!…

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko react to the week in Steelers NFL mock draft picks from around the Internet. Is Ashton Jeanty a running back too good to pass up on if he's available to GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin at No. 21 overall? Is the roster ready to help him thrive? Or would his production be limited by t…

In the first recap of 2025 spring training games, Pirates insiders Noah Hiles and Andrew Destin analyze Saturday's win over the Orioles. Should we keep eyes on Matt Gorski and DJ Stewart as power options after their statements against Baltimore? And is Carmen Mlodzinski, who got the start, a legitimate option in the rotation?…

In this episode of The South Side Beat, Chris Halicke and Matt Williamson discuss the Steelers' salary cap situation and how the team should spend their estimated $60 million in cap space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

Matt's Draft QB ranks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan continue talking through early Spring observations before the first contests this weekend get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

Today's episode: The Steelers’ offense can’t ever take on the identity it craves if the middle keeps being ignored 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 4:30 p.m. Eastern! Learn more about your…

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 m…

Is it really too soon to pay Chris Boswell? 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/ad…

All Sidney Crosby does is win, win, win ... and now what? 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 m…