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In his weekly YouTube appearance, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise joins host Adam Bittner to analyze the hype around the rookie class following one week of Steelers training camp. Are names including Troy Fautanu, Zach Frazier, Payton Wilson, Roman Wilson and even Mason McCormick on track to see significant time faster than Broderick Jones, Joey Porter Jr. and Keeanu Benton did a year ago...

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey gives his thoughts on Pitt football at the start of their training camp on the South Side. Will new OC Kade Bell's emphasis on speed help the Panthers to a quick bounceback from their 3-9 record a year ago? What's TE Gavin Bartholomew's upside in this system? How much optimism is reasonable for Nate Yarnell and Eli Holstein...

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo recap Wednesday's eventful and scrappy Steelers training camp practice at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. What caused the practice-field fight making the rounds on social media? How were Elandon Roberts and Patrick Queen involved? What does it say about rookies Troy Fautanu and Mason McCormick that they stepped in to protect Justin Fi...

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Mike's Beer Bar, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to early progress from new coordinator Arthur Smith's offense in the early days of Steelers training camp. Are the positive signs legit? Or are they reminiscent of false hope from last season, when the unit struggled under Matt Canad...

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey reacts to the Pirates' moves at the MLB trade deadline Tuesday. Specifically, he gives his thoughts on headline acquisitions Bryan De La Cruz, formerly of the Miami Marlins, and Isiah Kiner-Falefa, former of the Toronto Blue Jays. Where do they fit in the Pirates' lineup and defensive alignment? How much can they help the cl...

The Post-Gazette's Paul Zeise, Jason Mackey, Andrew Destin and Adam Bittner react live to the Pirates' moves at the MLB trade deadline. How does Bryan De La Cruz improve the club's outfield mix after he was acquired from the Miami Marlins? Where does Isiah Kiner-Falefa of the Toronto Blue Jays fit in manager Derek Shelton's lineup? Will Martin Perez be missed from the rotation? Will prospects give...

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldor recap the first padded practice of Steelers training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. They explain why the offense got the better of the defense -- notably in the seven shots and backs on backers drills -- thanks to standout performances from RB Najee Harris and QB Justin Fields. They also offer their thoughts on Russell Wilso...

Quarterback Russell Wilson speaks with reporters Tuesday at Steelers training camp in Latrobe, following his first practice since arriving last week. He explains how the rehab from his calf injury that cost him all of last week is progressing; growing relationships with targets including Connor Heyward and Quez Watkins; his mastery of new OC Arthur Smith's offense; what he's seeing from running ba...

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey reacts to the Pirates comeback victory against the Houston Astros on Tuesday night, in which Michael A. Taylor's late homer ensured another strong start by Paul Skenes did not go to waste. He also talks GM Ben Cherington's remaining options before the MLB trade deadline. Will he make a move for remaining potential targets li...

On their weekly Pitt football mailbag podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Christopher Carter and Stephen Thompson answer reader questions. Among them: Is coach Pat Narduzzi on the hot seat this season after a 3-9 record in 2023? Which position groups will improve the most from last season, and why is defensive line a good bet with Sean FitzSimmons, Nahki Johnson and Nick James? And on the basketball fr...

On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive, presented by Mike's Beer Bar, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to the first week of Steelers training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. Where was Justin Fields inconsistent in taking first-team QB reps in place of the injured Russell Wilson? What does Fields need to work on to be a serious starting...

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey offers his thoughts on the first four days of Steelers training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. Why shouldn't QB Russell Wilson's absence because of injury be a big deal at this stage? Is George Pickens' flare-up with position coach Zach Azzanni actually a good sign? What's going on in the tackle competition with B...

Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo break down Sunday's training camp practice, as Troy Fautanu gets a shot with the first-team offense and impresses. When will he get the full-time job along with Broderick Jones? Another rookie, center Zach Frazier, is also looking like an early starting candidate. Plus, Gerry and Ray look ahead to the first padded practice of training camp. Hosted b...

In their latest Steelers training camp update, Brian Batko and Ray Fittipaldo recap a sluggish day for the offense as Justin Fields continues to fill in for an injured Russell Wilson. But despite that, rookie wide receiver Roman Wilson continues to open eyes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittiapldo recap the second practice of Steelers training camp on Friday at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. They explain how new conditioning techniques may have contributed to the injury that's kept QB Russell Wilson out so far; QB Justin Fields' struggles, particularly with passes over the middle; fellow backup Kyle Allen's solid performance in the sev...

Quarterback Russell Wilson speaks to reporters after practice Friday at Steelers training camp in Latrobe. He explains how he's navigating his calf injury suffered during workouts on Wednesday, which he expects to return from soon; his relationships with veteran teammates Elandon Roberts, T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward and Minkah Fitzpatrick; his mentorship of backup Justin Fields as he gets a chance for...

On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive, presented by Mike's Beer Bar, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette insider Ray Fittipaldo to analyze the first practice of Steelers training camp on Thursday at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. Why did top receiver George Pickens appear to be butting heads with position coach Zach Azzanni? What might it signal about how differently coordina...

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey answers reader questions primarily about the MLB trade deadline. Is the Miami Marlins' Jazz Chisholm Jr. a realistic fit for the Pirates in the outfield? Or will he and the Chicago White Sox's Luis Robert cost too much? Why do names like the White Sox's Tommy Pham and the Washington Nationals' Jesse Winker make more sense? A...

Post-Gazette insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo recap the first practice of Steelers training camp Thursday at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. What's the latest on QB Russell Wilson, who say out practice with a minor injury? How did backup Justin Fields look taking first-team reps in his place? Why was CB Donte Jackson impressive? What was Cam Heyward's level of participation amid questions...

General manager Omar Khan speaks to reporters after the first practice of Steelers training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. He gives his thoughts on defensive captain Cam Heyward amid contract negotiations; the state of his receivers room with names like Van Jefferson, Roman Wilson and Quez Watkins competing for time behind George Pickens; the potential to make another trade amid persist...

In Thursday's episode of First 10, Jason Mackey looks ahead to Steelers training camp after the team reported to Saint Vincent College on Wednesday. Najee Harris spoke to the media at last and admitted he is looking for a big contract. Meanwhile, Nate Herbig and Zach Frazier are set for an important center battle, while Roman Wilson aims for the No. 2 receiver role. Jason also discusses his report...

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Noah Hiles and Andrew Destin react after the club's 5-0 win against the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday that gave them another crucial series victory in their push for the MLB postseason. How will the series impact GM Ben Cherington's plans at the MLB trade dealine? What did we learn about starter Martin Perez in his six shutout innings, with the returns of Bailey Fa...

Post-Gazette insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo recap Steelers training camp arrival day and give the best storylines to watch during the following weeks in Latrobe. What position battle will be most important for the Steelers? Will first-round pick Troy Fautanu secure a starting spot? Will fans get their first good look at new quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Justin Fields? Plus, Gerry and Ra...

On today's episode of First 10, Jason Mackey talks about how the Pirates desperately need to get Paul Skenes some offensive help after another one of his gems was wasted. Who could Ben Cherington target right now and at the MLB trade deadline? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Wednesday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast presented by Mike's Beer Bar, host Christopher Carter welcomes Steelers insider Brian Batko to discuss the opening of training camp in Latrobe. Does Justin Fields have a realistic shot to unseat Russell Wilson at quarterback? Will Troy Fautanu become a Day 1 starter? And what's the answer at slot corner after Cameron Sutton's suspension? Ho...