The Original Sports Podcast with Mark Maradei

Closing out the pre-draft chatter we look at offensive lineman, wide receivers, and tight ends. Talk about all the up to the minute free agent chatter and try to make heads or tales of an off season that is troubling by even the most optimistic standards.   Aaron Rodgers dilemma    Grade the Free agent group signed    Draft strategy now that free agency is peaked   Draft Preview: Top 3 WR, Top 3 T...

We are over a week into free agency and we are not feeling so good about the new league year for the Steelers. They have not really filled their needs with viable options. Hopefully the June  cuts will help. We will begin our position previews for the draft starting with quarterbacks and running backs both f which are priority for the Steelers.    Address the Garret signing in Cleveland    Chase &...

The NCAA hoops action always has its last second victors, its underdog chest beaters and of course the mammoth that should never lose but squeaks by. We look at those David and Goliath matchups and who was shown the door after it was barely cracked open. WE also take another peek into the NFL's free agency and the moves that can or might make a difference along with other hot button topics from th...

As we continue to on our journey through the new season along with the Steelers we are going to take a look at mock drafts now that the combine has finished and try to figure out exactly who and what the Steelers will target. Listen as we discuss others predictions along with our OSP Mock Draft 1.0. 1. What are the biggest needs for this team? 2. Should we prioritize best player available (BPA) or...

Hello, ya, this is Mark. I'm not feeling well today and tomorrow so I am gonna be out. Its that time of year where NCAA hoops rules the day. We will get into the have's and have nots heading into the big dance. Cinderella always makes an appearance and who will be the #1 seed that lasts the duration. Crack open a cold one, grab your favorite snack and let's get this rolling.... Teams Performance a...

March 12th is the actual magical day for the 2024 free agents in NFL and we have plenty to talk about when it comes to the Steelers. Our thoughts on who was acquired, who is a target still and what this means for the draft all coming up on this episode.    Has Garrett's contract raised the price on Watt?   DK Metcalf trade. What does it mean for Pickens, QB situation, draft with the loss of a #2....

Greg Brown offered one perspective on the Pittsburgh Pirates a few weeks back and now we get a different perspective. One from a non-employed by the Pirates individual. Gary Morgan shares his insights, predictions and outlook as the Pirates are merely a few weeks away from the official beginning of the 2025 season.   Tell me why I should be optimistic about the Pirates heading into 2025?   Talk a...

Honestly, I am a baseball guy but hate the state of today's game. Our guest today had an astonishing career pitching for the Chicago White Sox. That's not the only talent he is blessed with, his music is also at a high level that he is passionate about. Jack McDowell will share with us stories about his years in major leagues, thoughts on today's game and his inspirations on song writing. Rashene...

Noah jumps on the show to share with us what he is seeing and hearing at the NFL Combine live from  Indianapolis that could lead to speculation of possible Pittsburgh Steeler draft picks.  As the Combine gets underway, what's been the biggest storyline so far? Looking at this year's talent pool, how does it compare to previous draft classes? Are there any positions that stand out as particularly s...

If anyone outside of the clubhouse has their finger on the pulse of the Pittsburgh Pirates, it's long time play by play announcer Greg Brown. We are fortunate to have him join us on this episode to take a peek into the 2025 Pirates. With few roster roster and coaching changes can we expect much of the same or does one of the best young pitching staffs in baseball lead by All Rookie of the Year and...

Now that we have turned the page on 2024 officially with our grades, looked at who to cut, trade, and sign from the current Steeler roster, it is time to look at the free agents who potentially can help this team in 2025 and beyond.   Franchise Tag.. How do we think players view this tag?    QB, RB, WR, DL, CB, S, KR/PR ttps://nfltraderumors h.co/2025-nfl-free-agent-list-by-position/   (use this l...

TT 2/18 Keep, Cut, Sign, Trade   https://streamyard.com/f9b73ddus5   Rashene Hill rage against the Rashene- Instagram  Rashene Hill-facebook  @rashenehill-tik tok rj the hill-x Michael "Chops" Mills @therealbigchops  Terry "T-sizzle" Young : Instagram and Twitter @1tyoungy Kevin Watson:@coachkwatt10 on threads Facebook: Kevin Watson ———————————————- CONNECT WITH US  ===========================  Ch...

How has your transition to the Blue Jackets been different than your time with the Pittsburgh Penguins?   Talk about the current roster. Who has been a big surprise for the team? WHo has failed to live up to expectations?   What does this team need to do to qualify for the playoffs?   Players response to this coaching staff seems better than what it has been why?   Emotional Highs and Lows related...

I am not gonna lie. This off season after what 6 weeks has not been what Mike Tomlin said. SO today we are gonna do some positional grades, coaching grades, and QB outlook. Don't forget to join us.   Positional Grades: QB , RB, TE, OL, WR  DL, Edge, ILB, CB (include slot), Safety  K, P, PR, KR Coaching Grades: OL, RB, WR, TE, OC, DL, LB, Secondary, DC, STC   QB dilemma: Russ, Fields, Free AGent, t...

How would you rate Super Bowl 59? Is it what you thought would happen or were their shocking things that left you scratching your head? The halftime show, did it hold your attention or was this or the pre 30 crowd? It seems to me that this game has become such a spectacle. Is it possible to get too big and people will lose interest? I am not certain but I can tell you that we are going to look at...

Who are the key players to watch in Super Bowl 59? What are the biggest storylines heading into Super Bowl 59? How did each team make it to Super Bowl 59? Which team is favored to win Super Bowl 59? What are the biggest strengths and weaknesses of each team? Rashene Hill rage against the Rashene- Instagram  Rashene Hill-facebook  @rashenehill-tik tok rj the hill-x Michael "Chops" Mills @therealbig...

  Well, we got caught by surprise with the amount of our crew that could not make it for our normally scheduled show on Tuesday night. That being said, we had to do a little change and adjust our topics and day. We will discuss Lots of trades in the NBA and requested trades in the NFL, electric system to measure first downs in the NFL starting in 2025 season, Pro Bowl sucks, and the top five all t...

You want to hear it put straight about the Pittsburgh Steelers. We are going to give you the facts sprinkled in with a few opinions. Others might claim to be the best Steelers podcast but we will truly take what you know or maybe don't know to another level. Join us bi-weekly on Thursday evenings at 7 pm to debunk the facts that the STeeler organization is still a model organization.   We are almo...

What a weekend of football! Yes, we will break it down for you. Yes, we will add our outlandish opinions but we back it with facts. Want to know the turning point in each, maybe the player that did not show up that needed to, perhaps you need some basic info on how these games were approached based off our last shows evaluation. It's all here tonight. Don't forget to chime in our chat with your vi...

One down three to go....The National Championship is done and we definitely have a lot to say and breakdown from that fiasco. We have our final four in the NFL with full AFC and NFC team breakdown along with predictions on who are winners will be and the keys to success. Looking forward to the climactic point of the 2024 football season and looking ahead to bigger and better things coming soon in...

OSP 1/14 The Stage is set….   Final four of college football first year of 12 teams CHECK, Wild Card weekend of the 2024 NFL season CHECK, who impressed? Who didn't? Who shocked you? Upset City is that on your radar? We talk about what happened in college and pro football playoffs and set the stage for the next weekend plus Monday....Let's hear from you....   College Championship is set::: ND vs O...

Here we are 2025! Sometimes I am surprised I made it this far. Is there anything but football to talk about right now though. Let's get serious. College football playoffs final four and of course the NFL playoffs have fallen into place. We will talk about this and anything that may jump off the page from the last few weeks.    The NCAA PLAYOFF FINAL 4::::   5 Texas vs 8 OHIO ST   6 PSU vs  7 NOTRE...

This weekend's NFL debacles, who is the front runner for NFL MVP and why, Heisman thoughts and of course our college football predictions.    Heisman Thoughts?   College Football predictions   Bills vs. Lions thoughts   STeelers havent won in Philly since 1965 Injury impact ( GP, Ogunjobe, Elliott, Donta Jackson, TJ Watt) The game: Fight (clip) Head slap (sill photo) Leg whip? Lane Johnson holding...

Why do so many people live with their head in the sand? I just don't get it. We see it in all walks of life Not my kid, he's a bad person, this team is still relevant, you can create success without effort....man I have heard it all. We are going to get into topics about current sports where so many people are so clueless about the reality that sits in front of their face...feel free to chime in a...

A few years back Mike Tomlin proclaimed the Steelers would "unleash hell" in the month of December. Well that did happen but the OSP with the help of the Crew are gonna do our best to bring you a plethora of facts and opinions on college and pro football and current events in sports that will be sure to have you thinking we are either geniuses or don't know a damn thing.   College Football Chatter...