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November 08, 2024 Steelers-Commanders: Do Mike Williams and Preston Smith make Pittsburgh legitimate AFC contenders?

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 discuss all things Steelers-Commanders for Week 10. Are the Steelers legitimate AFC contenders coming off their bye and after making two NFL trade deadline deals for Mike Williams and Preston Smith? How will the defense, with the newly acquired Smith, be able to handle the rushing threat of Commanders QB Jayden Daniels, as well as Brian Robinson Jr. and Austin Ekeler on the ground? And will Russell Wilson, George Pickens and the Steelers' passing attack be able to have success against a Commanders secondary that just acquired Marshawn Lattimore from the Saints? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Then later, they both give their top predictions for Week 10 and picks for Steelers-Commanders on Sunday at 1 p.m. at Northwest Stadium in Prince George's County, Maryland. For more sports, visit post-gazette.com.

November 08, 2024 Penguins spiraling: Did Mike Sullivan call out Erik Karlsson for poor play?

On the Friday episode of First 10, Post-Gazette columnist Jason Mackey reacts to Penguins coach Mike Sullivan's comments after another blowout loss. Did he indirectly call out Erik Karlsson for a lack of effort? Plus, thoughts on the Steelers' trip to Washington, Penn State's running game, what to do with Andrew McCutchen and what the Pirates might be adding this winter.

November 08, 2024 Paul Zeise Live: What do Steelers need to change to win AFC North?

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news. What changes will Mike Tomlin need to make if the Steelers are going to capture thee AFC North title? Will the Commanders be as big of a test as they seem in Week 10? And where do Pitt and Penn State go after their first losses of the season?

November 07, 2024 Steelers trade deadline: Has Omar Khan earned trust with his track record?

On the Thursday episode of First 10 presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Jason Mackey discusses how much trust Steelers GM Omar Khan has earned after the way he's built his team. Should fans believe he knows what he's doing with Mike Williams and Preston Smith? Plus, five questions for the Steelers' second half, including Russell Wilson, Najee Harris, better competition and more.

November 06, 2024 Paul Zeise Live: Does Steelers QB Russell Wilson have enough weapons now?

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news, starting around 6 p.m.: Does Steelers QB Russell Wilson have enough weapons to make his offense truly dangerous after the trade with the New York Jets for Mike Williams? Or is it still lacking the playmakers be be considered a serious Super Bowl contender? What will the presence of Preston Smith do for the defense amid struggles along the defensive front from names including Larry Ogunjobi and Keeanu Benton? And what will we learn about the team this week in its NFL Week 10 showdown with the Washington Commanders? Paul tackles those topics and more on the Penn State football, Pitt football and basketball and Penguins fronts.

November 06, 2024 Penn State-Washington: How big is James Franklin's WR problem? Any blame for Drew Allar?

On their weekly Penn State football podcast, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian insider Joel Haas to react to last week's loss to Ohio State and look ahead to this weekend's matchup against Washington in the annual white out game at Beaver Stadium. How big is coach James Franklin's receiver problem after the group combined for just three receptions against the Buckeyes and were dwarfed in the passing game by running back Nick Singleton and tight end Tyler Warren? Is there any chance for guys including Trey Wallace, Liam Clifford, Julian Fleming and Omari Evans to improve substantially between now and a potential College Football Playoff run? And how much responsibility does QB Drew Allar have for the receivers' struggles? Our duo tackles those questions, OC Andy Kotelnicki's playcalling and the end of the game against Ohio State; Franklin's recent engagements with fans and media; and the state of the Big Ten and CFP races.

November 06, 2024 Steelers trades: Is Mike Williams or Preston Smith the bigger add? | Pitt basketball underrated?

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes 93.7 The Fan's Jeff Hathhorn to react to a range of Pittsburgh sports topics. Is WR Mike Williams from the New York Jets or Preston Smith from the Green Bay Packers the more significant addition for the Steelers at the NFL trade deadline? Where do James Franklin and Penn State football go from here after the Nittany Lions' latest loss to Ohio State? Does Pitt basketball deserve more respect after its season-opening win vs. Radford? And what should the Penguins do with goalie Tristan Jarry? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

November 06, 2024 Steelers NFL trade deadline reaction: Grading Omar Khan's deals for Mike Williams, Preston Smith

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to GM Omar Khan's moves at the NFL trade deadline. How much does the addition of Mike Williams via the New York Jets help the receiving corps? Will Preston Smith bolster the pass rushing depth behind T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig enough to make a difference? And how should we grade these moves compared to others that may have been available to Khan this season? From the failed talks for the San Francisco 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk this summer to missing out on Davante Adams in season? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

November 05, 2024 Paul Zeise Live: NFL trade deadline reaction show with Steelers insider Brian Batko

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise welcomes Steelers insider Brian Batko to react live at 5 p.m. to the team's moves at the NFL trade deadline, including the trade with the New York Jets for receiver Mike Williams. Did GM Omar Khan do enough to help Russell Wilson, George Pickens, Najee Harris and the offense? Did he address the growing depth issues on defense behind key players including T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward and Minkah Fitzpatrick? And how do the Steelers' moves compare to those of AFC North rivals including the Ravens, Browns and Bengals? Paul tackles those topics, then reacts to the first night of college basketball season, which included Jaland Lowe, Ishmael Leggett and Pitt beating Radford. He also ponders whether Pitt and Penn State football can bounce back, as coaches Pat Narduzzi and James Franklin face key bounce-back games against Virginia and Washington, respectively.

November 05, 2024 Steelers-Commanders: Is red-hot Jayden Daniels a litmus test for Pittsburgh's 6-2 start?

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo react to coach Mike Tomlin's weekly news conference ahead of the team's NFL Week 10 matchup with the Washington Commanders. Note: This video was recorded before the trade with the New York Jets for receiver Mike Williams, and the deal with the Green Bay Packers for Preston Smith. How much of a test will red-hot rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels be for T.J. Watt, Minkah Fitzpatrick, Cam Heyward and the Steelers defense? How many wins do the Steelers need in the second half of the season to beat out the Ravens and Bengals for the AFC North crown? And will Zach Frazier, Cory Trice Jr. and others return to the lineup this week after his injury? Our duo tackles those topics and more.


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