The Larry & Big Man Show

On this episode of Off Set with Larry Richert and Jay Caufield, the guys welcome hockey insider Pierre McGuire fresh off his eighth Winter Olympics to break down an unforgettable finish as Team USA beats Canada in overtime for Olympic gold. They start with a Pittsburgh angle, including concerns around Sidney Crosby after he missed the semifinal and gold medal game, plus what the Penguins heavy Mar...

A special edition of Off Set with Larry Richert and Jay Caufield as they connect with NHL legend and NBC broadcaster Eddie Olczyk live from Milan on the eve of the USA vs Canada Olympic gold medal game. Eddie shares what the atmosphere is like in Italy, why these overtime thriller rounds have hooked hockey fans, and what he is hearing around Sidney Crosby’s status. The guys also get into the three...

Hockey Hall of Famer and Penguins legend Ron Francis joins Off Set to reflect on his induction into the Penguins Hall of Fame, share hilarious locker room memories with Mario Lemieux, Paul Coffey, and Kevin Stevens, and tell unforgettable stories about Jack Lambert and those back-to-back Stanley Cup runs. Francis also opens up about his family, leadership with the Seattle Kraken, and what made Pit...

A special Olympic edition of Off Set with Larry Richert and Jay Caufield featuring longtime NHL analyst and eight time Winter Olympics broadcaster Pierre McGuire. As the sports world shifts from football to a packed February calendar, the focus turns to Olympic hockey and the growing anticipation of a potential USA vs Canada gold medal matchup. Pierre breaks down the tournament so far, the surpris...

On this episode of Off Set, Larry Richert and Jay Caufield sit down with Pittsburgh Steelers long snapper Christian Kuntz for a proper behind the scenes look at one of the most underappreciated jobs in football. Christian breaks down what separates great long snappers, from snap time and blocking to sprinting downfield and communicating coverage on the fly. He also shares his path from Duquesne to...

On this episode of Off Set, Larry Richert and Jay Caufield open with the Olympics taking centre stage after Super Bowl weekend, including what events they actually love watching and why hockey is about to drive the entire conversation. Then Pierre McGuire joins the show with an Olympic update and a deep dive on Team USA women’s hockey, the conditions around the rink, and why depth and tempo are be...

On this episode of Off Set, Larry Richert and two time Stanley Cup champion Jay Caufield break down a Super Bowl that felt over early. Seattle’s defense set the tone, Kenneth Walker controlled the game, and New England’s protection issues took over the storyline. The crew also runs through prop bets, score predictions, and the brutal bad beats that swing on one play. Plus, Jay’s Blind Side goes to...

A special edition of Off Set with Larry Richert and Jay Caufield featuring Pittsburgh Pirates Manager Don Kelly. Don talks about what it means to lead his hometown team, from growing up in the Pittsburgh area to Point Park, grinding through the minors, and earning the chance to manage the Pirates. He shares how playing every position shaped his perspective as a coach, why catching might be the tou...

Super Bowl weekend is here and Larry Richert and Jay Caufield go full rapid fire with coin toss calls, first score predictions, key player yardage overs and unders, and final score picks. Plus, the crew goes off topic with their must have Super Bowl snack spread, including Jay’s legendary dip rotation. Then Pierre McGuire joins the show to preview the Olympics with NHL pros back on the stage, brea...

Larry Richert and Jay Caufield break down one of the most entertaining stretches of Pittsburgh Penguins hockey this season and why this team looks complete heading into the Olympic break. The guys dive into the post football lull between the conference championships and the Super Bowl, why it feels like the worst week of television all year, and how fans are filling the void with hockey, golf, and...

A special edition of Off Set with Larry Richert and Jay Caufield featuring NHL analyst and longtime executive Pierre McGuire. Pierre joins the show to explain why the Pittsburgh Penguins West Coast road trip was no fluke, diving into lineup balance, four line identity, elite goaltending, and the coaching impact of Dan Muse and his staff. The conversation covers smart roster construction by Kyle Du...

On this episode of Off Set with Larry Richert and Jay Caufield, the NFL takes center stage as the guys react to a wild championship weekend and a Super Bowl matchup that’s got everyone talking. Dave checks in while heading to New York, and the conversation quickly turns to the biggest story in Pittsburgh: the Steelers hiring Mike McCarthy. Was the timing too fast, and is this a win now move or jus...

The Steelers made a stunner hire, bringing Greenfield native Mike McCarthy to Pittsburgh as the next head coach. Larry Richert and Jay Caufield break down the timing, the backlash, and why this move is all about fixing the quarterback position and winning in January, not winning the press conference. They also dig into what the coaching staff could look like, why coordinator hires will decide how...

A special edition of Off Set with Larry Richert and Jay Caufield featuring four time Super Bowl champion and American hero Rocky Bleier. Rocky reflects on his journey from Appleton Wisconsin and Notre Dame to becoming part of the legendary Pittsburgh Steelers dynasty. He shares powerful stories from his time serving in Vietnam, being wounded in combat, and the unknown soldier who carried him to sa...

A new episode of Off Set with Larry Richert and Jay Caufield featuring longtime NHL analyst Pierre McGuire. Larry & Jay start with NFL Conference Championship picks, including a deep dive into Denver vs New England and Seattle vs the Rams, plus thoughts on how the coaching carousel is reshaping the league. Then Pierre McGuire joins the show to break down why the Penguins fourth line has become...

Larry Richert and Jay Caufield react to the biggest sports story in Pittsburgh: Mike Tomlin stepping down and what comes next in the Steelers coaching search. The guys discuss the scrutiny the next coach will face, Tomlin’s legacy, and why championships always shape the final verdict. They also dig into the NFL coaching carousel, revisit playoff weekend predictions, and break down the calls that d...

A special edition of Off Set with Larry Richert and Jay Caufield featuring NHL legend and broadcaster Eddie Olczyk. Eddie looks back on wearing three hats in Pittsburgh as a Penguin player, coach, and broadcaster alongside the late great Mike Lange. He also dives into what it was like jumping into the NHL as a teenager, the challenges of rebuilding teams in a hard cap era, and how coaching shaped...

It is playoff weekend in the NFL, and Larry Richert and Jay Caufield break down the bracket, travel and rest advantages, and make their divisional round picks. The Big Man Blitz also goes after the analytics trend of going for it on fourth down and why taking points still matters. Then Pierre McGuire joins the show to talk Penguins identity, the tight Eastern playoff race, Dan Muse behind the benc...

This episode was recorded before Mike Tomlin resigned. The Steelers season comes to a frustrating end and Larry Richert and Jay Caufield break down exactly how it unraveled. The guys dive into the Wild Card loss to Houston, focusing on the fourth quarter collapse, the Texans dominant run game, and the moments that completely flipped momentum. Was it the DK Metcalf drop. Was it the inability to cap...

Comedian and master impressionist Frank Caliendo joins Off Set for a special edition packed with iconic voices unforgettable NFL stories and behind the scenes moments from his career. Frank shares how his legendary John Madden impression took off stories from NFL on Fox and Hard Knocks and why parody still matters in an age of artificial intelligence. From Terry Bradshaw and Jon Gruden to Charles...

The Pittsburgh Steelers are hosting a home playoff game on Monday Night Football and the city is buzzing. Larry Richert and two time Stanley Cup champion Jay Caufield break down the aftermath of the win over the Baltimore Ravens, what it means to capture the AFC North, and why hosting a playoff game at Acrisure Stadium is such a massive moment for Pittsburgh. The guys preview the wild card matchup...

What a weekend in Pittsburgh sports. The Steelers clinch the AFC North in dramatic fashion with a wild Sunday night win over the Ravens that came down to a missed field goal and a moment that instantly went viral. Larry and Jay break down the biggest turning points from the game including key injuries clutch defensive plays and the now famous holy water moment at Acrisure Stadium. The guys also re...

One of the most iconic moments in sports history still echoes more than four decades later. On this special episode of Off Set, Larry & Jay sit down with Mike Eruzione, captain of the 1980 United States Olympic hockey team and the man who scored the game winning goal in the Miracle on Ice. Mike reflects on his unlikely path to hockey greatness, growing up as a multi sport athlete, finding his...

It all comes down to one game. The Pittsburgh Steelers and the Baltimore Ravens meet on Sunday Night Football with the AFC North title and a playoff spot on the line. Larry & Jay Caufield break down what went wrong in Cleveland, why momentum may be swinging toward Baltimore, and what the Steelers must do differently in the biggest game of the season. The guys dive deep into the matchup, from s...

Larry Richard and Jay Caufield break down a wild weekend in sports as the Steelers and Ravens get set for a massive Sunday Night Football showdown with the AFC North title on the line. The guys react to the loss in Cleveland, controversial officiating, turning points that changed the game, and what Pittsburgh must do to survive and advance at home. They also dive into matchups, weather, momentum,...