The Fan At Night

BREAKING NEWS: The Ravens have pulled out of the Maxx Crosby trade. Ian Cummings joins to discuss the fallout from this development, what the Raiders do now after spending a ton in free agency, potential options at LB in the draft, who the Steelers could target at WR, who is QB2 in the draft, how Will Howard was evaluated before last year's draft and why he fell.

Mike DeFabo joins to discuss the producers hotel debacle, the future for Patrick Queen, his reaction to the acquisition of Michael Pittman, what else the Steelers still need at WR, the signing of Rico Dowdle to replace Kenneth Gainwell, if Jamel Dean makes the secondary better, Rod Woodson and his old restaurant. Johnny the Barber calls in after harassing Josh in the YouTube chat while simultaneou...

The unofficial Penguins Postgame show ... Jack's biggest takeaway is Evgeni Malkin high-sticking Rasmus Dahlin in the head/neck area during a scrum that led to Geno getting ejected. Buffalo won 5-1, handing the Pens their first multi-goal loss since December 23rd. Jack anticipates Malkin receiving a multi-game suspension, given his previous reckless history.

Where do you come down on Andrew McCutchen signing with the Rangers?

Colin Beazley; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins! The guys discuss the Bucs' 9-3 start to spring training, and what Ryan O'Hearn, Brandon Lowe, and other additions can bring to the squad for this crucial 2026 season. The guys also discuss the Kyle Nicolas trade and who could fill the final rotation spot on the club.

Alan Saunders; Pittsburgh Steelers Now joins! The guys discuss the QB situation, what the running back situation might look like, and if Rico Dowdle can enter the mix. Alan believes the trade involving Jalen Ramsey, Jonnu Smith, and Minkah Fitzpatrick is one of Omar Khan's worst moves as Steelers GM.

Jack shares his thoughts on whether Kyler Murray makes sense for the Steelers as their QB for 2026. Would you sign him to anything higher than the vet minimum? Would you sign him at all? Jack also describes why bringing back Aaron Rodgers would help Will Howard's case for playing.

Garrett Podell of CBS Sports joins! The guys discuss the latest as the NFL draft approaches, including how high Jeremiyah Love could go, and whether Ty Simpson is a realistic first-round candidate. Austin and Garrett also discuss the potential order in which the wide receivers could be drafted, and if Kyler Murray could be a realistic option for the Steelers.

Are you going to watch the World Baseball Classic?

Colin Beazley; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins! The guys discuss Konnor Griffin's and Oneil Cruz's spring trainings, how much Henry Davis could catch, and Termarr Johnson's trajectory. The guys also discuss Paul Skenes at the World Baseball Classic.

So, Arizona is letting go of Kyler Murray. The immediate thought: Could he become a Steeler? Would you sign him if it meant he'd get the veteran minimum?

Nick Farabaugh; PennLive.com joins! The guys discuss plenty from the NFL combine, with Nick emphasizing that the Steelers may end up focusing on the perimeter of the draft, and less on the trenches.

Jack Hillgrove and Joel Nelson discuss a handful of potential, realistic trade candidates for the Steelers.

Could the Steelers potentially pursue Parker Washington from Jacksonville if he's blocked by all three of Brian Thomas Jr., Jakobi Meyers, and Travis Hunter?

Former Pirates assistant coach and World Series champion Rich Donnelly joins! The guys discuss Konnor Griffin's upside, Paul Skenes' first few seasons, and how the Pirates can break out under Don Kelly.

Amidst the brutal report card grade, one of Jack Hillgrove's main takeaways is that the narrative "Steelers are such a prestige franchise" needs to be discontinued.

The NFL did not want the annual report card grades to leak, but they did. The Steelers' grades were so bad that they ranked worst overall in the league. Jack shares his thoughts.

Nick Farabaugh; PennLive.com joins! The guys discuss Jack's Jalen Milroe scenario, as well as if Malik Willis could be worth whatever the market value of him is. The guys also discuss what to expect at the upcoming NFL combine, and which positions carry the most depth. Seems like everything but quarterbacks have strong depth (go figure) ... The guys also discuss how the Steelers can make some spla...

IF the Steelers were to not get Aaron Rodgers for 2026, Jack has a scenario no one has brought up yet... Jalen Milroe from the Seahawks?

Jason Mackey; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins! The guys discuss Konnor Griffin's chances of making the team for Opening Day, and what boxes (if any) he would need to check to stay up, or if there's a scenario where he will force the Pirates' hand in staying. The guys also discuss how the rotation may shake out, the catching situation, and how we might see things play out in 2026, Don Kelly's first f...

Jack weighs in on Sidney Crosby's injury; Doctor Brian Sutterer shared concern for Crosby's MCL, which has Jack thinking Crosby should sit out the remainder of the Olympics.

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