The Joe Starkey Show

The full Joe Starkey Show with Paul Zeise from Friday April 26th, 2024

Hour 1 with Paul Zeise: The Steelers selected Washington tackle Troy Fautanu 20th overall. We react to the pick. He grew up a fan of Troy Polamalu and wore 43 for years. Steelers reporter Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. Troy Fautanu is a solid pick at 20th and has versatility to move to guard, if necessary. He should be[...]

Hour 2 with Paul Zeise: Former NFL GM Doug Whaley joined the show. Doug takes us through the conversations that happen at the start of day 2. Troy Fautanu will be ok at tackle despite only being 6-foot-4. No one thought Fautanu would be there and many people, in Doug's mind, were trying to convince[...]

Hour 3 with Paul Zeise: 93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. The board fell in a good spot for the Steelers to pick Troy Fautanu at 20th overall. There is some concern with the knee issue, but the Steelers felt comfortable. The Steelers could have bookend tackles for the next decade.[...]

Hour 4 with Paul Zeise: Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk joined the show. Bailey Falter has been huge for the Pirates this season and the Pirates analytical view of him is proving right. When the pitching was doing well, the hitting wasn't, and vice versa. The bullpen has also been shaky. The Pirates have elements to win a good[...]

Day two of the draft is TODAY!

Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk joined the show. Bailey Falter has been huge for the Pirates this season and the Pirates analytical view of him is proving right. When the pitching was doing well, the hitting wasn't, and vice versa. The bullpen has also been shaky. The Pirates have elements to win a good amount of baseball games. Paul[...]

Pirates reporter Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. Jake Lamb is a left-handed bat in Triple-A hitting the ball well and might be a good option over Rowdy Tellez. Tellez was 1-19 in the last homestand and the Pirates need to look at other options. Noah looks at May 10th as a[...]

93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. The board fell in a good spot for the Steelers to pick Troy Fautanu at 20th overall. There is some concern with the knee issue, but the Steelers felt comfortable. The Steelers could have bookend tackles for the next decade. Corner, wide receiver, and center are the most[...]

We hear from you on Troy Fautanu.

Former NFL GM Doug Whaley joined the show. Doug takes us through the conversations that happen at the start of day 2. Troy Fautanu will be ok at tackle despite only being 6-foot-4. No one thought Fautanu would be there and many people, in Doug's mind, were trying to convince themselves Amarius Mims (Cincinnati) would[...]

Steelers reporter Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. Troy Fautanu is a solid pick at 20th and has versatility to move to guard, if necessary. He should be the right tackle with Broderick Jones at left. Ray doesn't even think Dan Moore will be on the 53-man roster in September at this point. Free association. 

The Steelers selected Washington tackle Troy Fautanu 20th overall. We react to the pick. He grew up a fan of Troy Polamalu and wore 43 for years. 

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: It's NFL Draft day! Dan Zangrilli joined to recap the madness that happened at the end of the show yesterday. What will the Steelers do at 20? We discuss a potential Brandon Aiyuk trade and what position we most want the Steelers to take. Steelers insider Brian Batko[...]

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Our Steelers draft questions. Antionio Brown is the best value pick the Steelers ever made. Who are some of the best and worst in Steelers history? CBS Sports NFL staff writer Garrett Podell joined the show. He had one of the most accurate mock drafts of anyone last year[...]

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Nick Farabaugh of Steelers Now joined the show. Nick would pick JC Latham 20th overall but doesn't think he will be there. Pete Prisco has Brock Bowers 15th and Byron Murphy 16th to Seattle. Would you move up and pick them? The Steelers would have this luxury if they filled center and/or receiver[...]

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: 93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. Jeff is playing two today by covering the Pirates game and going to Steelers draft headquarters. What is draft day like at the Steelers facilities? It's starting to feel inevitable Henry Davis is going back to Triple-A as 27-year-old Joey Bart[...]

We make our picks for the 2024 NFL Draft and who the Steelers will select in the first round... if anyone. 

93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. Jeff is playing two today by covering the Pirates game and going to Steelers draft headquarters. What is draft day like at the Steelers facilities? It's starting to feel inevitable Henry Davis is going back to Triple-A as 27-year-old Joey Bart is doing a great job. The Pirates lineup today[...]

Pitt insider Chris Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. Bub Means is a guy who is rising up draft boards as a guy Mel Kiper likes at receiver. Chris sees 3-4 Pitt guys being drafted. Graham Barton isn't the obvious pick many think and there are multiple guys who could be available. The Steelers[...]

Nick Farabaugh of Steelers Now joined the show. Nick would pick JC Latham 20th overall but doesn't think he will be there. Pete Prisco has Brock Bowers 15th and Byron Murphy 16th to Seattle. Would you move up and pick them? The Steelers would have this luxury if they filled center and/or receiver in free agency. Tackle[...]

CBS Sports NFL staff writer Garrett Podell joined the show. He had one of the most accurate mock drafts of anyone last year and thinks Alabama tackle JC Latham would be a good pick at 20. Graham Barton is an inside piece at center after playing tackle at Duke. He thinks Jackson Powers-Johnson is the best center[...]

Our Steelers draft questions. Antionio Brown is the best value pick the Steelers ever made. Who are some of the best and worst in Steelers history?

Steelers insider Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. Batko would pick Amarius Mims of Georgia but also thinks Graham Barton is much in play. Would you trade the 1st round pick for Brandon Aiyuk and draft Zach Frazier in the second round? Brian wouldn't do it but understands why the Steelers would. The[...]

It's NFL Draft day! Dan Zangrilli joined to recap the madness that happened at the end of the show yesterday. What will the Steelers do at 20? We discuss a potential Brandon Aiyuk trade and what position we most want the Steelers to take. 

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Starkey Six Pack: Bailey Falter shoved once again and pitched into the 8th inning. Is David Bednar back? He's locked down two saves in a row on back-to-back days. Andrew McCutchen homered once again. The Steelers will not pick up Justin Fields' 5th-year option. The Steelers should[...]

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: The Steelers 1974 draft is the greatest in NFL history with four hall of famers and Donnie Shell the 5th, who was undrafted. Is this the best time in sports? Would you trade the 20th pick for Brandon Aiyuk? The 33rd Team has a trade in their most[...]

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Pirates reporter John Perrotto of Pittsburgh Baseball Now joined the show. The only comparable start to the season John has seen for Jared Jones is Jose DeLeon in the 80s. The Bucs have a pretty good rotation right now and Bailey Falter has been a part of it. John[...]

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: PTI: Paul Thinks Incrinculently. Pirates pre and post host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Things go off the rails. 

Listen as things go completely off the rails. 

A PTI crossover with Free Association!

Steelers insider Mark Kaboly joined the show. Mark thinks the Steelers will select a tackle in the first round. It looks more and more likely Nate Herbig is a significant option at center. He thinks the Steelers will indeed pick up Najee Harris' 5th-year option.  

Pirates reporter John Perrotto of Pittsburgh Baseball Now joined the show. The only comparable start to the season John has seen for Jared Jones is Jose DeLeon in the 80s. The Bucs have a pretty good rotation right now and Bailey Falter has been a part of it. John thinks Henry Davis needs to go back to[...]

Would you trade the 20th pick for Brandon Aiyuk? The 33rd Team has a trade in their most recent mock draft. 

The Steelers 1974 draft is the greatest in NFL history with four hall of famers and Donnie Shell the 5th, who was undrafted. Is this the best time in sports?

Paul doesn't think Reggie Bush should be getting his Heisman Trophy back because the rules were the rules at the time. Starkey thinks he should and other ramifications like the Fab 5 should be rectified. 

Starkey Six Pack: Bailey Falter shoved once again and pitched into the 8th inning. Is David Bednar back? He's locked down two saves in a row on back-to-back days. Andrew McCutchen homered once again. The Steelers will not pick up Justin Fields' 5th-year option. The Steelers should sign him to a mini extension. Will the[...]

The full Joe Starkey Show with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise from Tuesday April 23rd, 2024

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: It was a good night for the Pirates last night. Andrew McCutchen had a leadoff home run in the bottom of the first. Jared Jones went six strong innings. Jones is the story of the season. For one day, all is well. Aroldis Chapman continues to have control issues. Who made the[...]

Hour 2 wtith Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Steelers reporter Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. It's hard to tell who the Steelers will pick, but Brian guessed it will be Armarius Mims. Starkey wanted to write a story, but Brian stole it. The Steelers 1974 NFL Draft is the greatest of all[...]

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Pirates manager Derek Shelton joined the show. Starkey second guessed Shelton putting Andrew McCutchen leadoff yesterday... and Cutch had three hits. The Pirates did things yesterday they got away from during the past two weeks like moving over runners and not making mistakes. Shelton is going to look[...]

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Paul Thinks Incrinculently and texts in the city!!!

Today's top texts.

PTI and a look back in time!

Aaron Boone was ejected in the first inning yesterday as a fan yelled from the stands but the umpire thought it was Boone. 

Pirates manager Derek Shelton joined the show. Starkey second guessed Shelton putting Andrew McCutchen leadoff yesterday... and Cutch had three hits. The Pirates did things yesterday they got away from during the past two weeks like moving over runners and not making mistakes. Shelton is going to look at the process of pre-determined innings caps and[...]

Starkey's mailbag. Did the Steelers dumpster dive for Russell Wilson and Justin Fields? We think not. Last year, the Steelers picked three guys who became starters and high-impact players. Zeise thinks Darnell Washington will be a completely different player in Arthur Smith's offense. 

Steelers reporter Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. It's hard to tell who the Steelers will pick, but Brian guessed it will be Armarius Mims. Starkey wanted to write a story, but Brian stole it. The Steelers 1974 NFL Draft is the greatest of all time. 

It was a good night for the Pirates last night. Andrew McCutchen had a leadoff home run in the bottom of the first. Jared Jones went six strong innings. Jones is the story of the season. For one day, all is well. Aroldis Chapman continues to have control issues.

4-22 The Joe Show entire episode! The Rock N Roll Hall of Fame inductees were released yesterday. The guys go over who got in and who is not in already. A small topic of Hall of Fame inductions comes around about how they let anyone in in some HOF but don't in others. The conversation[...]

(Hour 1 with Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Bob Pompeani) The Rock N Roll Hall of Fame inductees were released yesterday. The guys go over who got in and who is not in already. A small topic of Hall of Fame inductions comes around about how they let anyone in in some HOF but don't[...]

(Hour 2 with Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Bob Pompeani) Martin Perez called out himself and his teammates for having negative body language. Paul Zeise says things have changed exponentially in a week. Going over the lineup and who is hitting and who is not. Rowdy Tellez has not done much and Bob says they[...]

(Hour 3 with Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Bob Pompeani) A Bob Pompeani showdown!  Who should the Steelers draft this Thursday night? The guys go through the mock drafts out there and discuss who various pundits are taking. Most have the Steelers taking an offensive linemen. Joe suggest that if a better defensive lineman is[...]

(Hour 4 with Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Bob Pompeani) Joe takes offense to someone on Twitter yelling at him that he does not ask hard questions. A discussion on not letting Twitter users get to you. The topic changes to football and what the draft may look like. Joe says Drake Maye is the[...]

How harshly would you grade Kyle Dubas and Mike Sullivan?

What would Joe, Paul, and Bob give the Penguins grade wise for this past season?

The guys look at the mock drafts around the journalism world and see who the Steelers are projected to draft. Where should the Steelers' priorities lie?

The Pirates, Penguins, and Steelers draft pick are all on the table of today's Bob Pompeani Showdown. 

Bob Pompeani suggests that an Oneil Cruz demotion is possible to help him get his confidence back. What can the Pirates do to stop their skid?

What has happened to the Pirates since the beginning of the season? They started off hot and now are at .500. Who is to blame?

Was it? The guys are not buying it. Why would they pull Jones while dominating? Diving deep into the comments made by the Pirates General Manager.

The inductees to the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame were announced. Who was deserving out of the list and who is not in who should be? Is the voting process comparable to professional sports?

(4-19 Whole Joe Show) We begin the show with a sports six pack! Kyle Dubas is currently speaking to the media right now. What questions would you have for the Penguins General Manager? Will Todd Reirden have a job this time next week? How would you grade Kyle Dubas' first year in Pittsburgh? Aroldis Chapman[...]

(Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise) We begin the show with a sports six pack! Kyle Dubas is currently speaking to the media right now. What questions would you have for the Penguins General Manager? Will Todd Reirden have a job this time next week? How would you grade Kyle Dubas' first year[...]

(Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise) Ray Fittipaldo joins Joe and Paul. Joe skips the pleasantries and asks immediately: Who will they draft? Ray is torn between Amarius Mims and Graham Barton, two offensive linemen. He says the wild card scenarios are Cooper DeJean and Bryan Thomas. Peyton Wilson from NC State is[...]

(Hour 3 with Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Jeff Hathhorne) Jeff Hathhorn joins Joe and Paul in the studio to discuss the Kyle Dubas press conference. Jeff says there "was a lot of dancing" around the questions.  Jeff sticks around to talk about the Pirates and their plans with Paul Skenes. Why are the Pirates[...]

(Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise) Bob Walk joins to talk about Skenes and to preview the Red Sox series. Bob talks about how much the game has changed over the years and how pitching has become more speed than anything.  Quick predictions for the Pirates this weekend against the Red Sox and[...]

Joe, Paul, and Bob talk Paul Skenes, Jared Jones, and the current state of pitching in baseball. 

The Penguins General Manager met with the media today and Jeff says there was a "lot of dancing". 

Gregg Doyel had an awkward interaction with WNBA Star Caitlin Clark and seemed to have made the situation all about him. This is not the first time he has had an awkward press conference moment. 

Ray Fittipaldo joins Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise to discuss the Steelers upcoming draft strategy and who they are thinking about. 

Should Mike Sullivan be the head coach? What went wrong with Erik Karlsson? Tyler answers these questions and more!

Kyle Dubas speaks to the media, the Penguins power play, Mike Sullivan, Paul Skenes, and more in a fired up show open with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise!

The full Joe Starkey Show with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise from Thursday, April 18th, 2024

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: This is a bad place to be for baseball when Jared Jones has one of the best starts of anyone this season and only goes 5 innings. Starkey still can't get over it. Callers weigh in on the Pirates struggles and striking out looking way too many[...]

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: More calls on the Pirates and a concerted effort in baseball to focus on pitch counts and preserving arms. Nick Farabaugh of Steelers Now joined the show. Graham Barton of Duke could be an option for the Steelers in the first round. Linemen have to be favored early[...]

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Erik Karlsson said the Penguins were a huge disappointment and didn't live up to expectations. Zeise thinks Mike Sullivan is a part of the problem. They're not good in overtime or on the power play. What the Penguins are doing is not working. "This core is no[...]

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Lars Eller said there were games where he didn't even recognize the team during parts of the season. A big part of that was the Jake Guentzel trade. This is the oldest team in the league, what haven't they seen? Texts in the city. 

Today's top texts

Lars Eller said there were games where he didn't even recognize the team during parts of the season. A big part of that was the Jake Guentzel trade. This is the oldest team in the league, what haven't they seen?

Penguins reporter Jonathan Bombulie of the TRIB joined the show. It's locker cleanout day for the Penguins with the season over. He thinks the Erik Karlsson trade is ok given the contracts the Penguins unloaded. Jonathan would trade Tristan Jarry but not fire Mike Sullivan. 

Erik Karlsson said the Penguins were a huge disappointment and didn't live up to expectations. Zeise thinks Mike Sullivan is a part of the problem. They're not good in overtime or on the power play. What the Penguins are doing is not working. "This core is no longer capable of carrying this team to the finish[...]

Nick Farabaugh of Steelers Now joined the show. Graham Barton of Duke could be an option for the Steelers in the first round. Linemen have to be favored early and often for the Steelers. If the Steelers want to upgrade at tackle, it has to be in the first round because they'll all be gone by then. There[...]

We understand the plan to preserve top arms, but don't plans change based on the circumstances?

Callers weigh in on the Pirates struggles and striking out looking way too many times. Plus, Jared Jones was removed after 59 pitches and one hit allowed. They're overthinking it. They got off to a good start, but was it the Marlins and Nationals? The decision making is questionable and makes us scratch our heads. 

This is a bad place to be for baseball when Jared Jones has one of the best starts of anyone this season and only goes 5 innings. Starkey still can't get over it. 

The full Joe Starkey Show with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise from Wednesday, April 17th, 2024

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: The Penguins season is over after Washington and Detroit both won last night. Their run as a Stanley Cup contender in this era is over. Starkey wouldn't mind seeing multiple staff chances to Mike Sullivan's group and Sullivan possibly be gone too. If the Penguins are very bad,[...]

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Pirates pre and post host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Starkey's brain is spinning around the idea that Jared Jones had to come out of the game after 59 pitches. Dan is ok with protecting pitchers, especially because pitchers with the stuff and makeup of Jared Jones can blow up[...]

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: A caller weighs in on the Pirates decision to take out Jared Jones after 59 pitches... 50 strikes. Frustration is boiling over the decision to take out Jones because of an innings cap. Steelers insider Mark Kaboly of The Athletic joined the show on the Fan video call. Jontay[...]

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: The Penguins got everything they deserved at the end of the season after failing to miss the playoffs for a second season. Things they were bad at least season have gotten worse with the power play and overtime.  Will Sidney Crosby be extended? We all think yes. What[...]

Today's top texts

The Penguins got everything they deserved at the end of the season after failing to miss the playoffs for a second season. Things they were bad at least season have gotten worse with the power play and overtime.  Will Sidney Crosby be extended? We all think yes. What about a Jake Guentzel reunion? He has close to the most points[...]

Steelers insider Mark Kaboly of The Athletic joined the show on the Fan video call. Jontay Porter has been banned from the NBA for gambling violations. How could this affect other sports? If Omar Khan wanted Kenny Pickett to stay and not have Russell Wilson or Justin Fields. Compensation is not going to be an issue for Brandon Aiyuk, the[...]

A caller weighs in on the Pirates decision to take out Jared Jones after 59 pitches... 50 strikes. Frustration is boiling over the decision to take out Jones because of an innings cap. 

Big name starting pitchers are getting hurt and having Tommy John surgery much more than in previous generations. Some pitchers blame the pitch clock for speeding up pitches. 

Pirates pre and post host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Starkey's brain is spinning around the idea that Jared Jones had to come out of the game after 59 pitches. Dan is ok with protecting pitchers, especially because pitchers with the stuff and makeup of Jared Jones can blow up and have an arm injury. Dan thinks it was[...]

Detroit and Washington both won and eliminated the Penguins from playoff chances. The Pirates took Jared Jones out too early. Jeff Patton of the Baseball Card Castle joined the show and said Andrew McCutchen's 300th home run ball would sell for about $5k. 

The Penguins season is over after Washington and Detroit both won last night. Their run as a Stanley Cup contender in this era is over. Starkey wouldn't mind seeing multiple staff chances to Mike Sullivan's group and Sullivan possibly be gone too. If the Penguins are very bad, fans could disappear quickly. This was entertaining, but that's all the[...]

The full Joe Starkey Show with Joe Starkey from Tuesday, April 16th, 2024

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey: The Penguins needed a few things to happen last night... but none of them happened other than the Pens winning against Nashville. Starkey ranks the worst losses of the season for the Penguins. No. 1 is the Ducks game the day before Halloween. Their own goal game was No. 4. What[...]

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey: Since the Pirates started 5-0, they're 6-6. The fielding has been... bad. Connor Joe made a bad error by spiking the ball into the ground in right field and the Mets scored a run. Oneil Cruz is striking out 40% of the time. He's only walked four times. Pitt football's[...]

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey: Pirates manager Derek Shelton joined the show. Jared Jones has been great and pitches tonight against the Mets. Only a few pitches have gone away from him. Shelton told us Yasmani Grandal is close to a rehab assignment. Shelton on Henry Davis, "it's going to be a work in progress." Shelton said[...]

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey: Penguins reporter Sean Gentille of The Athletic. The Pens need help, badly, to make the playoffs. Sean shares how he thinks the games will play out. Texts in the city

Today's top texts

Penguins and NHL reporter Sean Gentille of The Athletic. The Pens need help, badly, to make the playoffs. Sean shares how he thinks the games will play out.

Penguins analyst Jay Caufield joined the show. Jay thinks the Penguins are better than the Islanders, but the Pens haven't gotten the help they've needed. What does this mean for Tristan Jarry's future that Ned keeps getting the nod? The Red Wings acted like they won the Stanley Cup when they came back and stunned Montreal in[...]

Pirates manager Derek Shelton joined the show. Jared Jones has been great and pitches tonight against the Mets. Only a few pitches have gone away from him. Shelton told us Yasmani Grandal is close to a rehab assignment. Shelton on Henry Davis, "it's going to be a work in progress." Shelton said the Pirates need to[...]

Pitt football's Dayon Hayes is entering the transfer portal and told the Post-Gazette he didn't think Pitt could win right now. One of the reasons was reportedly the offense. 

Since the Pirates started 5-0, they're 6-6. The fielding has been... bad. Connor Joe made a bad error by spiking the ball into the ground in right field and the Mets scored a run. Oneil Cruz is striking out 40% of the time. He's only walked four times. 

What the Penguins need to happen tonight for tomorrow's game against the Islanders to matter. Philly and Detroit are both favored. The Penguins need a Flyers win and Red Wings loss to have a chance. 

The Penguins needed a few things to happen last night... but none of them happened other than the Pens winning against Nashville. Starkey ranks the worst losses of the season for the Penguins. No. 1 is the Ducks game the day before Halloween. Their own goal game was No. 4.

Listen to the whole Joe Starkey Show from 4-15 with Joe, Paul Zeise, and Bob Pompeani! The show starts with an appearance from Nicholas Callas! He tells us the stories of catching and facing the Bethel Park native and Waynesburg alum Mason Miller. The Penguins playoff hopes took a huge hit when they lost to[...]

(Hour 1 with Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Bob Pompeani) The show starts with an appearance from Nicholas Callas! He tells us the stories of catching and facing the Bethel Park native and Waynesburg alum Mason Miller. The Penguins playoff hopes took a huge hit when they lost to the Bruins on Saturday. They play the[...]

(Hour 2 with Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Bob Pompeani) Andrew McCutcheon hit his 300th career home run. Is he the most loved athlete in Pittsburgh since Willie Stargell, asks Joe. What would they have done with the home run ball? They talk about what they would ask for. They transitioned to the Shohei Ohtani[...]

(Hour 3 with Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Bob Pompeani) A Bob Pompeani showdown! We listen to a clip of Paul trying to pronounce German Basketball team names. Will Tiger win another PGA Tour Major?

(Hour 4 with Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Bob Pompeani) Is Scottie Sheffler someone you can market golf around?  The Penguins play Nashville while Detroit plays Montreal in their final two games. The guys predict what is going to happen around the NHL and how it is going to affect the Penguins. Predictions are made[...]

Is Scottie Sheffler marketable? Bob gets riled up talking about the Masters. 

Paul vs Joe, Joe vs Paul! NHL, Penguins, and a little NBA talk in this weeks edition of the Pomp Showdown. 

Tristian Jarry is not starting again as Mike Sullivan and the Penguins continue to ride Ned. What happens to Jarry after this year?

The fans who caught the ball got to meet Cutch in a nice moment. Joe, Paul, and Bob discuss what they would ask for if they caught any milestone home run ball. 

Erik Karlsson did not have a good game against Boston on Saturday. Joe, Paul, and Bob talk about his play his first year in Pittsburgh. Paul has the hiccups and a discussion talks about how to get rid of them.

The Penguins' playoff hopes took a huge hit with their loss against Boston on Saturday. Analyzing the Pens playoff hopes, but first a cameo from Nicholas "Harry" Callas!

-Penguins back in wild card spot, Jared Jones shined vs Philadelphia, NFL draft less than two weeks, young Pittsburgher is in The Masters! -Guests include: Tyler Kennedy, Ray Fittipaldo, Kevin Allen, Bob Walk

-Opening sports six pack! The guys react to the Penguins' monstrous 6-5 overtime win against Detroit, before they take a thorough look at the Eastern Conference/wild card standings. They also get into whether Tristan Jarry should get a start in one of their final regular season games, or if you can't take away the hot[...]

-Ray Fittipaldo of the Post-Gazette joins for all things Steelers! Ray and the guys thoroughly discuss how the Steelers can bolster their receiving corps, the trenches, and who could be some steals on day three of the draft. Also, are there still rumblings about 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk joining Pittsburgh??  -Kevin Allen of Detroit Hockey Now joins to[...]

-Is this Russell Wilson's last chance to play meaningful football? Will Mark Pope bring good seasons for Kentucky basketball? Also, a further look at the financial situation with Shohei Ohtani and his former interpreter.  -We hear from ESPN NFL analyst Louis Riddick (via the Fan Morning Show) on Russell Wilson. Also, will Wilson fit in[...]

-Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk joins! Bob and the guys discuss David Bednar's struggles of late, and if the time he missed during spring training is having an affect on that. They also get into Jared Jones' excellent stuff through his first three starts, and how Henry Davis can find a more consistent swing this season. -Joe[...]

Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk joins! Bob and the guys discuss David Bednar's struggles of late, and if the time he missed during spring training is having an affect on that. They also get into Jared Jones' excellent stuff through his first three starts, and how Henry Davis can find a more consistent swing this season.

Kevin Allen of Detroit Hockey Now joins to discuss last night's Penguins-Red Wings game, where Sidney Crosby ranks among who's had the best 2023-'24 season, and the really tight race for the final two spots in the Eastern Conference wild card. 

Ray Fittipaldo of the Post-Gazette joins for all things Steelers! Ray and the guys thoroughly discuss how the Steelers can bolster their receiving corps, the trenches, and who could be some steals on day three of the draft. Also, are there still rumblings about 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk joining Pittsburgh?? 

Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joins to discuss last night's wild game. Tyler and the guys also discuss Erik Karlsson's performance from the game, as well as whether Tristan Jarry or Alex Nedeljkovic should start the Pens' next game.

Opening sports six pack! The guys react to the Penguins' monstrous 6-5 overtime win against Detroit, before they take a thorough look at the Eastern Conference/wild card standings. They also get into whether Tristan Jarry should get a start in one of their final regular season games, or if you can't take away the hot[...]

The full Joe Starkey Show from Thursday April 11th, 2024

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey: In a month, we've gone from 'is this the darkest time in Pittsburgh sports?' to the Steelers willing to do almost anything, the Pirates 9-3, and the Penguins back from the dead looking to clinch a playoff spot. Red Wings reporter for Detroit Hockey Now Kevin Allen joined the show. This is[...]

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey: The team from Shooters Golf is here with a surprise for brunch! CBS Sports NFL Draft analyst Ryan Wilson joined the show. Ryan thinks Bryon Murphy from Texas is the best defensive lineman available and the Steelers should take him if he's there at 20.  "If he's there at 20, the Steelers should knock over[...]

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey: Pirates manager Derek Shelton joined the show. David Bednar WILL remain the closer for the Pirates. Shelton understands why fans booed regarding Shelton's decision and Bednar's performance, but yinzers love David Bednar. Shelton said there were "no thoughts" on keeping Martin Perez in the game for the 9th. Being this early in the season compared to June[...]

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey: 93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. The Masters begin today with Pittsburgh kid Neal Shipley playing today. The Penguins are basically playing a game 7 tonight. David Bednar will remain the closer and was quick to speak to the media after blowing his third save. You have Aroldis Chapman, and[...]

Pirates pre and post host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Jared Jones pitches for the Pirates tonight in Philly. What's he like? Dan likes his confidence and swagger on the mound.

93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. The Masters begin today with Pittsburgh kid Neal Shipley playing today. The Penguins are basically playing a game 7 tonight. David Bednar will remain the closer and was quick to speak to the media after blowing his third save. You have Aroldis Chapman, and Jeff thinks he's the best[...]

Come one, come all... to Matt Koll joining for a Wheel of Ball!

CBS Sports NFL Draft analyst Ryan Wilson joined the show. Ryan thinks Bryon Murphy from Texas is the best defensive lineman available and the Steelers should take him if he's there at 20.  "If he's there at 20, the Steelers should knock over anyone in their way to take him."  Wilson has the Steelers taking OL Taliese Fuaga (Oregon State). 

Pirates manager Derek Shelton joined the show. David Bednar WILL remain the closer for the Pirates. Shelton understands why fans booed regarding Shelton's decision and Bednar's performance, but yinzers love David Bednar. Shelton said there were "no thoughts" on keeping Martin Perez in the game for the 9th. Being this early in the season compared[...]

The team from Shooters Golf is here with a surprise for brunch!

Red Wings reporter for Detroit Hockey Now Kevin Allen joined the show. This is one of the biggest games for the Red Wings in the last decade. Kevin thinks Sidney Crosby should be in consideration for the Hart Trophy. It's a must win for both teams. BREAKING NEWS: Former NFL star and pop culture icon OJ[...]

In a month, we've gone from 'is this the darkest time in Pittsburgh sports?' to the Steelers willing to do almost anything, the Pirates 9-3, and the Penguins back from the dead looking to clinch a playoff spot.

The full Joe Starkey Show with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise from Wednesday April 10th, 2024

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Starkey felt it would have been an automatic win for the Pirates if Martin Perez stayed in the game to pitch the 9th despite being at 100 pitches. We hear what the computer in Derek Shelton's head had to be saying to him about taking Perez out[...]

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: We hear the call from Joe Block and Neil Walker when David Bednar was pulled. More on booing and what fans should do. Joe recalls a Roberto Clemente quote when he was booed. These are topics that matter with the Pirates because they're good and people care more now[...]

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Sidney Crosby has once again been named the NHL's most complete player with 34% of the vote. Crosby can play at a high level through age 40. It's the fifth year in a row Crosby has won the honor. Mark Kaboly of The Athletic joined the show. A new report[...]

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Pirates reporter John Perrotto of Pittsburgh Baseball Now joined the show. It was nice of Rowdy Tellez to support David Bednar, but he's been here for five minutes... how does he know what we do in Pittsburgh? Martin Perez was dominant over eight innings and has been their best starter. The[...]

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Pirates reporter John Perrotto of Pittsburgh Baseball Now joined the show. It was nice of Rowdy Tellez to support David Bednar, but he's been here for five minutes... how does he know what we do in Pittsburgh? Martin Perez was dominant over eight innings and has been their best starter. The 100 pitch mark makes some sense to take out pitchers,[...]

Mark Kaboly of The Athletic joined the show. A new report regarding how the Steelers handled their QB situation. Russell Wilson wouldn't sign unless he knew he was the starter. Mason Rudolph reportedly had close to a deal to return to the Steelers, but Kaboly said it's completely false. There was no official offer on the[...]

Sidney Crosby has once again been named the NHL's most complete player with 34% of the vote. Crosby can play at a high level through age 40. It's the fifth year in a row Crosby has won the honor. 

These are topics that matter with the Pirates because they're good and people care more now than previous years. It's a breath of fresh air in a way with expectations to win and be competitive all season. 

We hear the call from Joe Block and Neil Walker when David Bednar was pulled. More on booing and what fans should do. Joe recalls a Roberto Clemente quote when he was booed. 

Were fans booing David Bednar or Derek Shelton after Bednar's blown save? Two fans who were at the game shared they were booing Shelton. 

Starkey felt it would have been an automatic win for the Pirates if Martin Perez stayed in the game to pitch the 9th despite being at 100 pitches. We hear what the computer in Derek Shelton's head had to be saying to him about taking Perez out to go to an ineffective David Bednar. We would[...]

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: If the Penguins don't make the playoffs, the power play and failures in overtime are to blame. The Penguins DON'T practice overtime. Starkey and Zeise examine the loss to Toronto in overtime. The extra point is critical. A look back at some of Starkey's best nicknames. We[...]

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Penguins analyst Jay Caufield joined the show. The Penguins played an overall better game than the Maple Leafs, but were still fortunate to get a point. Jay can't believe all the teams that were in front of the Penguins have fallen apart. He thinks no one would want[...]

Jack Lambert is the one former Pittsburgh sports athlete who it seems like no one has been able to interview. Is Jack Lambert the most beloved Steeler of all time? Mitch Keller used his fastball more against Detroit and had a solid start after a poor first inning. 

Penguins analyst Jay Caufield joined the show. The Penguins played an overall better game than the Maple Leafs, but were still fortunate to get a point. Jay can't believe all the teams that were in front of the Penguins have fallen apart. He thinks no one would want to see a hot Penguins team in the playoffs. Mike Sullivan has[...]

A look back at some of Starkey's best nicknames. We examine the upcoming Red Wings schedule. The Pens control their destiny against the Red Wings and Islanders. Starkey with an epic rant on fate. 

If the Penguins don't make the playoffs, the power play and failures in overtime are to blame. The Penguins DON'T practice overtime. Starkey and Zeise examine the loss to Toronto in overtime. The extra point is critical. 

(Hour 1 with Joe Starkey, Bob Pompeani, and Paul Zeise) Pittsburgh Sports is in a good spot. The Pirates have started 8-2, Bailey Falter had a great start, the Penguins are on a roll trying to get into the playoffs, and the Steelers are exciting again. Joe asks the question: will the Penguins make the[...]

(Hour 2 with Joe Starkey, Bob Pompeani, and Paul Zeise) The Pirates have started the year 8-2 and won a series against a good Baltimore Orioles team. Paul things this team can be good for a long time this season. Joe can not give enough credit to Bailey Falter, who almost threw a no hitter.[...]

(Hour 3 with Joe Starkey, Bob Pompeani, and Paul Zeise)  A Bob Pompeani Showdown! Joe is very upset about the illegal screen call during the Iowa vs UConn Final Four game. Joe compares it to the Eagles holding call in the Super Bowl. Paul says that officials need to be consistent. 

(Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise) Kyle Dubas goes against his old team in the Toronto Maple Leafs tonight in a crucial game for the Penguins. After Bob leaves for TV, Joe and Paul talk about how wide open the NHL Playoffs is.  Predictions for the tonight's games. The Pirates, Penguins, and the[...]

What do Joe and Paul think is going to happen tonight in the Pittsburgh sports world and the NCAA Title game?

How wide open is the final spot race in the Eastern Conference? Only a few points seperate four or five teams. Can the Penguins afford to lose again?

There was a controversial foul call in the Final Four game between Iowa and UConn. Did they get the call right?

The Pirates, Penguins, Masters, and more are discussed in the Bob Pompeani Showdown between Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise.

Did the Pirates pay the right price for Keller? Is he a top end rotation guy?

Should we take stock in the Pirates? When should we worry about Henry Davis or Mitch Keller? A Twitter account attacks Joe and he does not take kindly to it. 

Who are the three people most responsible for the Penguins resurgance? 

Things are looking great in the Pittsburgh Sports world. Will the Pirates continue their winning ways? Should we apologize to Bailey Falter? Finally, the big question: will the Penguins make the playoffs?

Joe Starkey Show - Hour 4

Now *former* Pirates insider Jason Mackey from the PG joined the show. Jason, recently into a new role with the PG, gave his up-to-date thoughts on the Buccos following the 6-1 start and heading into the home opener this afternoon. 

Pirates writer Andrew Destin from the PG joined the show. Andrew broke down the lineup as the Pirates get set to open their home schedule. Andrew gave his best guess on when Paul Skenes will get to the majors. The guys asked Andrew if he has any concerns with Mitch Keller. There’s a certain minor[...]

Joe Starkey Show - Hour 3

Former Pirates broadcaster Lanny Frattare joined the show. 

Caller claims he started the 'Cueto' chant in the 2013 Wild Card game. 

Joe Starkey Show - Hour 2

KDKA TV legend Bob Pompeani joined the show. 

Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk joined the show.

Joe Starkey Show - Hour 1

Hall of Famer Jim Leyland joins the show.

Pirates legend Steve Blass joins the show.

The full Joe Starkey Show with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise from Thursday, April 4th, 2024

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: It's probably a must-win game for the Penguins today against the Capitals. It's old school, vintage Pens-Caps with playoff implications on the line. We hope the stars shine bright. Penguins-Capitals memories that stand out in the Crosby-Ovi rivalry. Games are being canceled because of the eclipse. We clearly[...]

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Mitch Keller is throwing his fastball a mile per hour slower than the last two years. He allowed five runs (four earned) in the Pirates first loss of the season. How concerned should we be with Keller? He has an ERA of 5.11 in his last 23 starts. Matt Capps wants Mitch Keller to[...]

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Chris Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. College basketball teams don't stick together anymore. Bub Carrington declared for the NBA Draft and Pitt handled it in a specific way to support Bub, highlight him, and help usher in one of Pitt's first draft picks in[...]

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Pirates reporter John Perrotto joined the show. The Oakland A's are going to play in a minor league ballpark in Sacramento while the new ballpark is built in Las Vegas. A ton of pitchers in the Pirates organization experience a drop in velocity once they make the[...]

Today's top texts

Pirates reporter John Perrotto joined the show. The Oakland A's are going to play in a minor league ballpark in Sacramento while the new ballpark is built in Las Vegas. A ton of pitchers in the Pirates organization experience a drop in velocity once they make the majors. John blames Oscar Marin and is the[...]

Fighting in hockey... There was a line brawl between the Devils and Rangers last night with eight ejections. Calls on the Penguins. 

Chris Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. College basketball teams don't stick together anymore. Bub Carrington declared for the NBA Draft and Pitt handled it in a specific way to support Bub, highlight him, and help usher in one of Pitt's first draft picks in a while. It's a big loss for Pitt. Bub[...]

Penguins-Capitals memories that stand out in the Crosby-Ovi rivalry. Games are being canceled because of the eclipse. We clearly don't understand the eclipse well enough.

It's probably a must-win game for the Penguins today against the Capitals. It's old school, vintage Pens-Caps with playoff implications on the line. We hope the stars shine bright. 

Matt Capps wants Mitch Keller to use his fastball more. It's one of his top pitches, but Keller only threw it 26% of the time last season with the cutter and sinker right behind. We try to determine what concert we should see as a show this summer. 

Mitch Keller is throwing his fastball a mile per hour slower than the last two years. He allowed five runs (four earned) in the Pirates first loss of the season. How concerned should we be with Keller? He has an ERA over five in his last 23 starts. 

The full Joe Starkey Show with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise from Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Starkey is back after going to Florida to golf and visit Ron. Ron is living his best life with a tan, he's lost 10 pounds, and is stress free. Starkey Six Pack. The Penguins are still alive after rallying back with five goals in the third period[...]

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: BREAKING: The Buffalo Bills have traded Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans for a 2025 second-round pick. It might be an addition by subtraction for the Bills. Should the Steelers have been interested? Pitt is holding a mysterious press conference at 1 p.m. What could it be[...]

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. Jason thinks Paul Skenes will be here in May. He could still win Rookie of the Year and the service time talk goes out the window. He doesn't think it's going to be a Super Two thing. The Pirates[...]

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: BREAKING: Pitt basketball guard Bub Carrington declares for 2024 NBA Draft. Also, the Penguins are still alive. Texts in the city.

BREAKING: Pitt basketball guard Bub Carrington declares for 2024 NBA Draft. Also, the Penguins are still alive. 

Steelers insider Mark Kaboly of The Athletic joined the show. Mark thinks if a Tyler Boyd deal was going to happen with the Steelers, it would have happened by now. He thinks the Stefon Diggs trade to Houston is a salary dump for Buffalo. Center remains a big question. Mark heard the Steelers would rather get[...]

Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. Jason thinks Paul Skenes will be here in May. He could still win Rookie of the Year and the service time talk goes out the window. He doesn't think it's going to be a Super Two thing. The Pirates are conserving innings now so they don't have to shut[...]

BREAKING: The Buffalo Bills have traded Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans for a 2025 second-round pick. It might be an addition by subtraction for the Bills. Should the Steelers have been interested? Pitt is holding a mysterious press conference at 1 p.m. What could it be for? If it was a negative story, Pitt would only[...]

Should we buy into the Pirates this season? The lineup is better with Oneil Cruz healthy, Henry Davis, and Ke'Bryan Hayes significantly better. the bullpen isn't even healthy yet. 

The great Chase Claypool could be bound for the CFL. Jeff Patton of Baseball Card Castle joined the show. The Pirates are 5-0. Ke'Bryan Hayes 2015 autograph rookie card is the card of the week. He also picked out a Sidney Crosby card.

Starkey is back after going to Florida to golf and visit Ron. Ron is living his best life with a tan, he's lost 10 pounds, and is stress free. Starkey Six Pack. The Penguins are still alive after rallying back with five goals in the third period to beat New Jersey 6-3. It's a real possibility they[...]

A Zeise 6-pack - the Pirates have won by different methods, including a powerful offense; Roansy struggled in relief; some fans just want to be miserable; the Pens beat the Rangers and still have an outside shot; Caitlin Clark vs LSU was must-see and Kim Mulkey is in the spotlight again; Paige Bueckers is back[...]

A Zeise 6-pack - the Pirates have won by different methods, including a powerful offense; Roansy struggled in relief; some fans just want to be miserable; the Pens beat the Rangers and still have an outside shot; Caitlin Clark vs LSU was must-see and Kim Mulkey is in the spotlight again; Paige Bueckers is back[...]

Jay Caufield joins on women's basketball, the Pens impressive showing last night, the importance of tonight's game vs the Devils, the jumbled standings in the East. how scary Crosby would be in the playoffs for the opposition. Crosby's consistent greatness. The Pens won't die, and there's still enough culture in the locker room to have[...]

Derek Shelton joins to discuss the absence of Joe and Cook, the different ways they've won, Rowdy Tellez, the starting pitching, handling Jared Jones, the patchwork bullpen, O'Neil Cruz, Michael A Taylor, Henry Davis, the home opener crowd, and if he would eat the Renegade hot dog. Dan Zangrilli jumps in the studio to discuss[...]

Iowa vs LSU WBB created a racial divide, a lot of sports talk is bad nowadays. Paul is excited about the home opener against Baltimore. Jim Leyland will throw out the first pitch at the home opener. Calls about the NFL draft and Jared Jones. 

Jim Leyland will throw out the first pitch at the home opener. Calls about the NFL draft and Jared Jones. 

Iowa vs LSU WBB created a racial divide, a lot of sports talk is bad nowadays. Paul is excited about the home opener against Baltimore. 

Dan Zangrilli jumps in the studio to discuss the Pirates and the sum of their parts, the success against lefty starters, Bailey Falter, Quinn Priester, Henry Davis and his positional outlook, O'Neil Cruz.

Derek Shelton joins to discuss the absence of Joe and Cook, the different ways they've won, Rowdy Tellez, the starting pitching, handling Jared Jones, the patchwork bullpen, O'Neil Cruz, Michael A Taylor, Henry Davis, the home opener crowd, and if he would eat the Renegade hot dog.

Jay Caufield joins on women's basketball, the Pens impressive showing last night, the importance of tonight's game vs the Devils, the jumbled standings in the East. how scary Crosby would be in the playoffs for the opposition. Crosby's consistent greatness.

What if the NCAA men's tournament had the best players stay all 4 years? Would the NBA international players beat team USA?

A Zeise 6-pack - the Pirates have won by different methods, including a powerful offense; Roansy struggled in relief; some fans just want to be miserable; the Pens beat the Rangers and still have an outside shot; Caitlin Clark vs LSU was must-see and Kim Mulkey is in the spotlight again; Paige Bueckers is back[...]

(Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Paul Zeise) The Pirates are undefeated! Bob and Paul talk about the hot start for the team. The bullpen shut things down, besides one miscue by David Bednar. Rowdy Tellez did what they brought him in for: hit bombs. Bailey Falter was exactly who we thought he was. Is there any[...]

(Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Paul Zeise) Joe is still in Florida. He has been golfing on tough courses and Bob and Paul talk about Joe's golf game. With his track record of calling into Bob's show and it being April Fools Day, will Starkey try to call in? A tangent about Joe and[...]

(Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Paul Zeise) Brooke Pryor wrote a story about Kenny Pickett for ESPN. The guys dive into the article and what it says. The article has a paragraph that says while Pickett struggled, he was set up to fail. Who's fault was it? Did Pickett give up too easily? Why[...]

(Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani and Paul Zeise) A discussion about Dru Joyce Jr being named the head coach at Duqusene. The guys go back and forth about local minor league teams across all sports. A crazy lacrosse night promotion story. A quick recap of the Pirates and a short preview of their upcoming series 

A fake report comes out about Rory McIlroy. Bob has to be careful about beliving it. A discussion about LIV and PGA and different golfers and their loyalties.

If the Pirates continue their winning ways, would they be buyers at the trade deadline? A quick discussion on umpires and how good or bad they have been the first weekend of the season. 

Pickett seems happy being a backup in Philadelphia. Why did he not want to stay in Pittsburgh? Bob and Joe dive into Brooke Pryor's article about Pickett. 

Starkey has not been in the last few days. While it has been cold and rainy in Pittsburgh, he has been in Florida with Ron Cook soaking up the sun. 

How clutch has Zach Edey been? Does NC State have a chance to beat them? Caitlin Clark vs Angel Reese II looks to be an exciting matchup. Are the UConn Women's team an after thought now?

The Pirates have started the season 4-0 for the fourth time in the last 40 years. Can the bullpen keep it up? Can they continue to produce runs? How will they handle Bailey Falter?

Does it actally matter? Do they have even the smallest chance at making the playoffs?

Paul gets into an argument with a fan on Twitter about the subject. Are you a Cinderella if you play in a Power 5 Conference?

Where does wide recevier rank in the Steelers prioties? What is happening at center? Also is Michael Penix Jr an option on Draft Day 2?

Do you buy it? Does Paul? What annoys Paul most about sports betting?

Paul is joined by Joyce to talk about his hiring process, recruiting strategy, and more!

Can the Pirates bullpen continue their Opening Day success? What are the Pirates' realistic playoff chances?

Pirates win Opening Day, NCAA Tournament, and more!

The full Joe Starkey Show with Paul Zeise from Thursday, March 28th, 2024

Hour 1 with Paul Zeise: Opening Day Six Pack. Paul has the Pirates winning 78 games. Starting pitching is an issue. Did the Pirates do enough? Austin thinks they win 85 games as Jones and Skenes become the answers to the rotation. Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. If the Pirates contend, Paul[...]

Hour 2 with Paul Zeise: The Pirates are going to hit more home runs this season than years past. There are expectations on the Pirates this season where there hasn't been at all in the last four years. Trevor Bauer isn't easy to get along with, but Paul thinks it's a humbling experience to get[...]

Hour 3 with Paul Zeise: Pirates pre and post host Dan Zangrilli joined the show for the 12pm hour. Dan doesn't think it's obscene to think the Pirates can contend for the postseason. He gave his thoughts on what the Pirates will look like this season. Dan Zangrilli thought all resources needed to be put towards starting[...]

Hour 4 with Paul Zeise: Mike DeCourcy of The Sporting News joined the show. The Sweet 16 begins tonight. Paul thinks it's the real start of the tournament with teams that can win a championship. Kentucky is keeping John Calipari, Mike said Calipari's changes his ways and also have gotten unlucky. The ACC was undervalued[...]

The NCAA Tournament resumes today with the Sweet 16

Mike DeCourcy of The Sporting News joined the show. The Sweet 16 begins tonight. Paul thinks it's the real start of the tournament with teams that can win a championship. Kentucky is keeping John Calipari, Mike said Calipari's changes his ways and also have gotten unlucky. The ACC was undervalued this season and the ACC did[...]

Dan Zangrilli thought all resources needed to be put towards starting pitching entering the offseason and didn't think first base was as much of an issue. Michael A. Taylor will play center field. The Pirates have to hit and depend on the bullpen to win games, plus defense. 

Pirates pre and post host Dan Zangrilli joined the show for the 12pm hour. Dan doesn't think it's obscene to think the Pirates can contend for the postseason. He gave his thoughts on what the Pirates will look like this season. 

Paul correctly predicts the two callers who wanted to complain about the Pirates. Many fans are optimistic. We hear from Pirates fans. 

The Pirates are going to hit more home runs this season than years past. There are expectations on the Pirates this season where there hasn't been at all in the last four years. Trevor Bauer isn't easy to get along with, but Paul thinks it's a humbling experience to get torn down like he has[...]

Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. If the Pirates contend, Paul Skenes needs to be a part of it. Jason believes Skenes will be up by Memorial Day. He has the Pirates winning 83 games. We don't know what Cruz's ceiling is. 

Opening Day Six Pack. Paul has the Pirates winning 78 games. Starting pitching is an issue. Did the Pirates do enough? Austin thinks they win 85 games as Jones and Skenes become the answers to the rotation. 

The full Joe Starkey Show with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise from Wednesday, March 27th, 2024

From 'The Best Football Show' (subscribe here): Baldy dives into the Steelers and the busy offseason they've had so far bringing in both Russell Wilson and Justin Fields. Then, some thoughts on the Bengals as they look to get a healthy Joe Burrow back and compete for a division title. To learn more about listener[...]

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Starkey Six Pack. Steelers sign kick returner/WR/RB Cordarrelle Patterson. If kickers kick the ball out of bounds, it goes to the 30 instead of the 25. In the XFL, it was to the 35. Paul proposes to the 40 yard line. The new kickoff rule makes things[...]

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Best high school players we've seen. Best dunkers ever. We begin our Pirates predictions for the 2024 season.

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Joe, Paul, and Austin make our official predictions for the Pirates season, including biggest excitement, disappointment, and leaders in stolen bases, home runs, and RBIs. Mark Kaboly of The Athletic joined the show. Mark was in Orlando for the owners meetings. Mark discussed the Cordarrelle Patterson signing[...]

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Baseball Now Pirates writer John Perrotto joined the show. He predicted 78 wins for the Pirates. His breakout player is Ke'Bryan Hayes building on his second half. Marco Gonzales could be a disappointment. Paul Skenes won't be overwhelmed in the big leagues or lose confidence  if he[...]

93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. The Broncos signed Josh Reynolds and now another wide receiver is off the board. Today is Pitt football's pro day/ Bub Means and Shane Simon both had good Pro Days. AJ Woods ran a 4.3 40.  

Pittsburgh Baseball Now Pirates writer John Perrotto joined the show. He predicted 78 wins for the Pirates. His breakout player is Ke'Bryan Hayes building on his second half. Marco Gonzales could be a disappointment. Paul Skenes won't be overwhelmed in the big leagues or lose confidence  if he struggles in the majors. Henry Davis is becoming an[...]

Mark Kaboly of The Athletic joined the show. Mark was in Orlando for the owners meetings. Mark discussed the Cordarrelle Patterson signing and what he heard at the meetings. Free association with a twist.

Joe, Paul, and Austin make our official predictions for the Pirates season, including biggest excitement, disappointment, and leaders in stolen bases, home runs, and RBIs. 

Best dunkers ever and local connections 

Best high school players we've seen live including Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. What would it have been like to see Wilt Chamberlin live?

The NCAA is trying to remove college prop bets. NCAA President Charlie Baker thinks it is an issue with the integrity of college sports. It appears you can pick teams, but not prop bets. Betting is not going anywhere. Jeff Patton of the Baseball Card Castle joined the show for this week's Starkey's Card of the Week[...]

Steelers sign kick returner/WR/RB Cordarrelle Patterson. If kickers kick the ball out of bounds, it goes to the 30 instead of the 25. In the XFL, it was to the 35. Paul proposes to the 40 yard line. The new kickoff rule makes things worse without a 10 yard difference this season from the 25[...]

It's the Feed the Need radiothon. Joe and Paul discuss the good they see in sports and athletes, Joe had two birdies yesterday but blames Zeise for his struggles. The Buccos have some drama with Domingo German. Starkey has them at 79 wins. Why won't the team sign Trevor Bauer. Are they trying to win[...]

Paul Steigerwald jones to discuss the good in the world of sports, particularly with the Penguins, Crosby and Lemieux's legacy with charity work, would Malkin consider retiring soon. Erik Karlsson. JP from JP Roofing calls in to discuss giving back to the community, he gives $1,100 to the cause. The big board number is staggering, Brian[...]

Jay Caufield joins to discuss Pens charity work, if Guentzel could return, the Pens collapse vs the Avs, he makes a big donation. There's a lot of controversy in the sports betting world, an NBA player has been linked to a potential fix, Ohtani spoke yesterday and nothing has really been clarified. there are many[...]

Tim, a pizza shop owner, calls in to discuss his donations and golfing with Paul and Joe. Chris Hoke joins to discuss the importance of Feed the Need. A final note on the significance of the day and the cause, college coaching candidates.

Chris Hoke joins to discuss the importance of Feed the Need. A final note on the significance of the day and the cause, college coaching candidates. 

Tim, a pizza shop owner, calls in to discuss his donations and golfing with Paul and Joe

There's a lot of controversy in the sports betting world, an NBA player has been linked to a potential fix, Ohtani spoke yesterday and nothing has really been clarified. there are many juicy theories. 

Jay Caufield joins to discuss Pens charity work, if Guentzel could return, the Pens collapse vs the Avs, he makes a big donation.

The big board number is staggering, Brian Gulish talks golfing with Zeise, a discussion of Happy Gilmore and Adam Sandler, baseball movies.

Paul Steigerwald jones to discuss the good in the world of sports, particularly with the Penguins, Crosby and Lemieux's legacy with charity work, would Malkin consider retiring soon. Erik Karlsson. JP from JP Roofing calls in to discuss giving back to the community, he gives $1,100 to the cause. 

General Jeff Patton joins, donating $500. The WVU women balled out last night but the refs didn't help them against Iowa. Even Damian Lillard was outraged about it. 

It's the Feed the Need radiothon. Joe and Paul discuss the good they see in sports and athletes, Joe had two birdies yesterday but blames Zeise for his struggles. The Buccos have some drama with Domingo German. Starkey has them at 79 wins. Why won't the team sign Trevor Bauer. Are they trying to win[...]

Welp. Starkey did it again. Or should we say 'Alvin in Aliquippa' did it again. Joe pranked Bob on his Saturday show and Joe made Bob relive it. The topic shifts to the NFL Owners meetings and the comments made by Mike Tomlin. Tomlin says that Russell Wilson has the "pole position" when it comes[...]

(Hour 1 with Joe Starkey abd Bob Pompeani) Welp. Starkey did it again. Or should we say 'Alvin in Aliquippa' did it again. Joe pranked Bob on his Saturday show and Joe made Bob relive it. The topic shifts to the NFL Owners meetings and the comments made by Mike Tomlin. Tomlin says that Russell[...]

(Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Bob Pompeani) The Pirates have announced their opening day roster and Jared Jones has made the team. Henry Davis also starts in the majors after rumors they could start him in the minors. Luis Ortiz may be in the 5th starters spot. The question is now: why is Paul[...]

(Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Bob Pompeani) College Basketball talk. The ACC has made the committee look foolish as they have carved through the tournament. Is this the best time of the year in sports? The Dolphins have an offer on the table for Odel Beckham Jr. Should the Steelers have an offer for[...]

(Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Bob Pompeani)  Jason Mackey joins us from Florida to talk about the Pirates' Opening Day roster. Jason says that the Pirates should go with a new starter every 5th day. Bob asks about the disappointment by Roasny Contreras and the lack of taking that 5th starter role. Joe is[...]

Where does Jared Jones fit? Did the Pirates do enough with their rotation? When will we see Paul Skenes?

Should the Steelers look into adding OBJ? The guys talk about the new NFL rule changes.

With how successful the ACC has been in the tournament, should Pitt have gotten in? Is the committee regreting their decision?

The Saints signed Nate Peterman. Analyzing that and the QB market. 

Should the Pirates look into Trevor Bauer? Should the Penguins acquire an enforcer?

More on Tomlin's comments from the Owners Meetings. Some talk of Patrick Queen being among the highest paid linebackers. Bob poses the question: how long a leash does Wilson have before they give Fields the nod? We take a few phone calls on the QB situation and whether or not listeners are positive about the[...]

Welp. Starkey did it again. Or should we say 'Alvin in Aliquippa' did it again. Joe pranked Bob on his Saturday show and Joe made Bob relive it. The topic shifts to the NFL Owners meetings and the comments made by Mike Tomlin. Tomlin says that Russell Wilson has the "pole position" when it comes[...]

-Duquesne's advances, Oakland upsets Kentucky, what to make of Penguins and Pirates, could Steelers play BOTH Wilson and Fields? -Guests include Tyler Kennedy, Ray Fittipaldo, and Jason Mackey

-Six pack! The guys open with their thoughts on Duquesne's victory against BYU, and other happenings from Thursday's hoops action, including Oakland's upset of Kentucky. Should some top teams get to host first round games? Also, is John Calipari in a similar spot to Mike Tomlin, where his team has lacked recent success, but Calipari[...]

-Ray Fittipaldo of the Post-Gazette joins for all things Steelers! -A creative question from Joe... Could NFL teams use two dual-threat players in the same game? For example, if Michael Vick in his prime was teammates with Justin Fields and they played a similar snap count? 

-Mike's wedding is down the road, so he, Joe, and Paul all discuss the planning n'at, before they continue their sports six pack, with emphasis on some controversial rules/plays in the NFL. -Jason Mackey of the Post-Gazette joins for all things Pirates! 

-A game of Paul Thinks Incrinculenty with Starkey, Zeise, and DeFabo!-Texts in the city!

Jason Mackey of the Post-Gazette joins for all things Pirates! 

Ray Fittipaldo of the Post-Gazette joins for all things Steelers!

A creative question from Joe... Could NFL teams use two dual-threat players in the same game? For example, if Michael Vick in his prime was teammates with Justin Fields and they played a similar snap count? 

All things Penguins with former Penguin Tyler Kennedy!

Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Mike DeFabo open with their thoughts on Duquesne's victory against BYU, and other happenings from Thursday's hoops action, including Oakland's upset of Kentucky. Should some top teams get to host first round games? Also, is John Calipari in a similar spot to Mike Tomlin, where his team has lacked recent[...]

Paul is trying to figure out what to write about. Joe wants to start a "Let's go Dukes" chant. Is today the best day on the sports calendar? Will Duquesne cover? Paul thinks it's a really bad matchup for the Dukes. Will they be a team of destiny? Many people lose their NCAA Tournament excitement[...]

Paul is trying to figure out what to write about. Joe wants to start a "Let's go Dukes" chant. Is today the best day on the sports calendar? Will Duquesne cover? Paul thinks it's a really bad matchup for the Dukes. Will they be a team of destiny? Many people lose their NCAA Tournament excitement[...]

The Shohei Ohtani gambling story is complicated and constantly changing. This could become a HUGE story, and it's very fishy. Discussing the worst-case scenario and what it could mean for baseball. Mason "Myles" Rudolph bid fond farewell to the Steelers and the city. How should we remember him? He's in a good situation in Tennessee.[...]

Joe wants more people to invite him to nice golf courses. Joe has broken many golf clubs. What would the Pirates rotation look like with Trevor Bauer. The Pirates have employed others with checkered pasts. Is Jordan Montgomery an option? Duquesne has an early lead. Zeise flips out about Ben Stiller. John Calipari wants the[...]

 PTI with Joe, Paul, DeFabo and Mullys - which non-QB to add to the Steelers, transfer portal reform, the face of basketball in Pittsburgh, and confusing rules in sports that need simplified1:35 Texts in the City!

Texts in the City!

PTI with Joe, Paul, DeFabo and Mullsy - which non-QB to add to the Steelers, transfer portal reform, the face of basketball in Pittsburgh, and confusing rules in sports that need simplified

Duquesne has an early lead. Zeise flips out about Ben Stiller. John Calipari wants the tournament to stay the same. Zeise gets mad about Sister Jean.

Joe wants more people to invite him to nice golf courses. Joe has broken many golf clubs. What would the Pirates rotation look like with Trevor Bauer. The Pirates have employed others with checkered pasts. Is Jordan Montgomery an option? 

Mason "Myles" Rudolph bid fond farewell to the Steelers and the city. How should we remember him? He's in a good situation in Tennessee. How will Rudolph, Pickett and Russell Wilson compare for the rest of their careers?  The Steelers seem to be starting guys at QB who no other team wants as the starter.[...]

The Shohei Ohtani gambling story is complicated and constantly  changing. This could become a HUGE story, and it's very fishy. Discussing the worst-case scenario and what it could mean for baseball.

Many people lose their NCAA Tournament excitement after the first two days. Does MBB lack stars because of the one and dones? The guys reveal their Final Fours. Joe has Duquesne in the Final Four! Joe didn't get the drink he ordered. They discuss betting strategy on No. 11 and No. 12 seeds. Joe likes[...]

Paul is trying to figure out what to write about. Joe wants to start a "Let's go Dukes" chant. Is today the best day on the sports calendar? Will Duquesne cover? Paul thinks it's a really bad matchup for the Dukes. Will they be a team of destiny? 

The full Joe Starkey Show with Paul Zeise from Wednesday, March 20th, 2024

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Over $2,000 was raised in our sports memorabilia auction with the Baseball Card Castle yesterday in support of Feed the Need. CTESPN, Antonio Brown's supposed sports network, says this morning the Steelers will trade for 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. The selection committee made a bad choice[...]

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Is Aaron Donald the most dominant defensive player in NFL history? We tend to focus so much on defensive lineman and linebackers, rather than defensive backs. Rod Woodson and Deion Sanders were two of the most dominant, as well as Troy Polamalu. Lawrence Taylor is number one[...]

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Mike White of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. The last time Duquesne made the NCAA Tournament was in 1977. Mike wrote a story about the team and shared his memories as a Duquesne student. Mark Kaboly of The Athletic joined the show.  Mark thinks the Steelers[...]

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Paul thinks incrinculently. Albany football coach Greg Gattuso joined the show. Greg recruited and coached Aaron Donald and was amazed by how good he was at a young age. Texts in the city.

Paul thinks incrinculently. Albany football coach Greg Gattuso joined the show. Greg recruited and coached Aaron Donald and was amazed by how good he was at a young age. 

Today's best texts

Mark Kaboly of The Athletic joined the show.  Mark thinks the Steelers are 100% committed to Russell Wilson going into the season. Brandon Aiyuk would be perfect for the Steelers offense. Free association. 

From 'In The Huddle' (subscribe here): Brian Baldinger and Carl Dukes react to Justin Fields being traded to the Steelers and Baldy has a message for Kenny Pickett. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike White of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. The last time Duquesne made the NCAA Tournament was in 1977. Mike wrote a story about the team and shared his memories as a Duquesne student.

Former Steeler Cam Sutton is in legal trouble. Adam Schefter of ESPN thinks the Steelers could cut Russell Wilson at some point to start Justin Fields. Jason La Canfora believes Fields will start. It wouldn't make sense to quickly pull the plug on Wilson, who has been labeled the starter, but the entire offseason has been[...]

Is Aaron Donald the most dominant defensive player in NFL history? We tend to focus so much on defensive lineman and linebackers, rather than defensive backs. Rod Woodson and Deion Sanders were two of the most dominant, as well as Troy Polamalu. Lawrence Taylor is number one in many people's minds. 

Over  $2,000 was raised in our sports memorabilia auction with the Baseball Card Castle yesterday in support of Feed the Need. CTESPN, Antonio Brown's supposed sports network, says this morning the Steelers will trade for 49ers wide receiver Brandon Ayiuk. The selection committee made a bad choice with Virginia.

Kentucky basketball coach and Moon native John Calipari joined the show. Coach Cal will visit Moon today and get ready for Kentucky playing in Pittsburgh for the first and second rounds of the NCAA Tournament. 

The full Joe Starkey Show from Tuesday, March 19, 2024.

In this hour, Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise talk about the national reaction from Kenny Pickett getting traded to the Philadelphia Eagles. Also, what wide-receivers are the Steelers looking into? March 19, 2024, 10:00 Hour

In this hour, Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise address many of the rumors surrounding the Steelers as it relates to their need for a wide-receiver. Also, the general himself gives you some information about some of the more interesting cards in his castle's collection. March 19, 2024, 11:00 Hour

In this hour, former NHL player and current Penguins analyst Jay Caufield come on The Fan Hotline to talk about the team's chances to get into the playoffs and about the roles of scrappers in the league. Also, Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise discuss the impact of Oneil Cruz since he now has seven home[...]

In this hour, Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise anticipate who's going to win a number of prizes for the fundraiser the Baseball Card Castle is holding. Also, will there be a QB battle between Wilson and Fields this summer? And Texts In The City! March 19, 2024, 1:00 Hour

Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise listen to YOUR best texts read live on the air.

Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise discuss how likely it is for Justin Fields to perform well enough to start over Russell Wilson by the start of next season.

Paul Zeise and Joe Starkey talk about about what impact Oneil Cruz should have on the Pirates this season and what other players they are excited to see!

Former Penguin and current analyst Jay Caufield comes on The Fan Hotline to talk about the team's chances to sneak into the playoffs with the rest of the league seeming to implode.

From 'In The Huddle' (subscribe here): Brian Baldinger and Carl Dukes react to Justin Fields being traded to the Steelers, why Kenny Pickett's new team doesn't make sense for him, Kansas City is still making moves on offense, the new teams for veteran wide receivers, Aaron Donald having a Barry Sanders type career and share[...]

Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise talk to the general himself about his card collection at the castle and about the good cause they're raising money for.

Minnesota Vikings' WR Justin Jefferson has been lightly linked to the Steelers as a potential trade option. What would you give up, if anything, to have Jefferson be on the team?

Steelers insider Gerry Dulac has been hinting that the team may be looking into more than just Mike Williams as a wide receiver answer. Who would you like to see acquired and at what price?

Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise talk about the Steelers' era of Kenny Pickett. Should he have been kept? Was he right for wanting to get out? Who do you blame for his decline?

It was a wild weekend in Pittsburgh sports. Kenny Pickett was traded away. Justin Fields was traded for. Pitt missed the tournament. But the main story is Pickett. Joe, Bob, and Paul talk about the Kenny Pickett era, or what is was.  An ode to Kenny Pickett. It started off great and ended in misery.[...]

From 'The Best Football Show' (subscribe here): On today's episode, Baldy shares his thoughts on the big news over the weekend as Justin Fields is now a Steeler and the Bears look all but set to draft Caleb Williams at #1 overall. Plus, Kenny Pickett heads to Philly to back up Jalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes[...]

(Hour 1 with Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Bob Pompeani) It was a wild weekend in Pittsburgh sports. Kenny Pickett was traded away. Justin Fields was traded for. Pitt missed the tournament. But the main story is Pickett. Joe, Bob, and Paul talk about the Kenny Pickett era, or what is was.  An ode to Kenny[...]

(Hour 2 with Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Bob Pompeani) These are not your typical Steelers. They completely revamped their quarterback room in less than a week.  The 5 quarterbacks the Steelers have had on their roster the last year, is it possible every other team would not want them besides the Steelers? What is[...]

(Hour 3 with Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Bob Pompeani) Duquesne basketball is a bigger story in college basketball than Pitt right now. Joe was 11 years old the last time they made the NCAA tournament. Keith Dambrot announced his retirement that will take effect after the NCAA tournament. The guys talk about Duquesne for[...]

(Hour 4 with Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Bob Pompeani) Kenny Pickett spoke to the Philadelphia media. A larger discussion about Pickett and the surreal picture of him with an Eagles logo behind him.  Duquesne Head Coach Keith Dambrot joins the show to talk about his historic run to the NCAA tournament, his retirement, and[...]

After leading his team to an NCAA Tournament bid and announcing his retirement earlier today, Duquesne Men's Basketball coach Keith Dambrot joins the show. How did he lead his team, how much does the school mean to him, and what is next for Keith?

The Philadelphia Eagles introduced Kenny Pickett as a new acquisition. Joe, Paul, and Bob react to some of the comments made by Pickett.

Indiana State did not make the tournament. Paul looks at the schedule and who they played. Who is Saint Mary's-of-the-Woods?

An extended conversation about the NCAA Tournament, the Pitt snub, and what Duquesne basketball has done to get themselves in the tournament.

The Steelers had three quarterbacks entering the offseason and currently have two that were not around. The guys take a look at all five quarterbacks the Steelers have had and have. 

With the complete revamp of the Steelers QB room, these are not your typical Steelers.

Joe, Paul, and Bob re-live the Steelers career of Kenny Pickett. What started off great ended in misery. What exactly happened with Pickett?

What a wild week in Pittsburgh sports. From Pitt, to the Penguins, to the Steelers, the news was non stop in Pittsburgh this week. What came over the Steelers?

(3-15 Joe Starkey Show with Donny Football Whole Show) Paul Skenes had a great day yesterday. So why in the world would the Pirates start their probable best pitcher in the minors? Joe thinks Pittsburgh has their next true sports superstar in Skenes. Donny believes that Skenes will be too good for the Pirates to[...]

(Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Donny Football) Paul Skenes had a great day yesterday. So why in the world would the Pirates start their probable best pitcher in the minors? Joe thinks Pittsburgh has their next true sports superstar in Skenes. Donny believes that Skenes will be too good for the Pirates to ignore.[...]

(Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Donny Football) Ray Fittipaldo joins the show to talk about the Steelers and what in the world they are doing at wide receiver. He says Tyler Boyd will probably not take a pay cut just to come home. He says he would pass on OBJ, but names like Mike[...]

(Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Donny Football) Breaking News: Aaron Donald has announced his retirement from the NFL. Is he the best defensive player in NFL history? Brian Baldinger comes on as the news breaks. The guys discuss with Brian the career of Donald and why he retired now. The conversation shifts to the[...]

(Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Donny Football) When will we see Paul Skenes? We hear from Kevin Gormley about when we should expect that. He says by June we should see Skenes. Joe still thinks he is going to be the next big draw in Pittsburgh. We then hear some comments made by Russell[...]

We hear directly from Russell Wilson at his press conference and what is his mindset going into training camp?

When should we expect to see Paul Skenes at the MLB level?

Russell Wilson was introduced by the Steelers today and some of the comments have rolled out. The guys give some quick reaction. 

Brian and the guys react to the breaking news of Aaron Donald retiring from the NFL. 

St. Francis wide receiver Dawson Mercer is trying to make the NFL. The guys have him on to tell his story and what his path is. 

What in the world are the Steelers doing with the wide receiver position?

What chances do the Penguins have at making the playoffs?

Paul Skenes had a great day against the Baltimore Orioles which raises the question: Where should the Pirates start Skenes this season?

101 different sports topics!!!! Steelers, Penguins, Pirates, Pitt Panthers, and everything else happening in sports! Guests include Noah Hiles and Jason Mackey

(First hour with Joe Starkey and Donny Football) Many more of your favorite sports topics across the Steelers, Penguins, Pirates, Pitt, and all the sports leagues!

(Hour two with Joe Starkey and Donny Football) Many more of your favorite sports topics across the Steelers, Penguins, Pirates, Pitt, and all the sports leagues!

(Hour three with Joe Starkey and Donny Football) -Noah Hiles of the Post-Gazette joins for all things Pitt, and their crucial game against Wake Forest.... Joe and Donny later get back into the 101 different sports topics.

(Hour four with Joe and Donny Football) -Jason Mackey of the Post-Gazette joins for all things Pirates -Joe and Donny later get to their final topic. Should the Steelers trade Kenny Pickett? -Tribute to Mason Rudolph

Jason Mackey of the Post-Gazette joins for all things Pirates, with emphasis on where some players may end up on the Opening Day roster.

Noah Hiles of the Post-Gazette joins for all things Pitt, with emphasis on their crucial game against Wake Forest

The full Joe Starkey Show with Donny Football from Wednesday, March 13th, 2024

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Donny Chedrick: This is unlike anything we've seen from the Steelers to begin free agency. Russell Wilson is one of the biggest free agent signings in Steelers history... for $1.2 million. Patrick Queen is a good player to pair with the other Steelers linebackers. The Steelers have been unable[...]

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey and Donny Chedrick: Rob Long of 105.7 The Fan in Baltimore joined the show. Rob is not a big fan of Patrick Queen and doesn't think the Steelers can rely on him to be a great player after playing next to Roquan Smith. Rob thinks Steelers fans could be disappointed[...]

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Donny Chedrick: Sam Monson of PFF joined the show. Patrick Queen was a guy who flashed potential but was out of place when playing without Roquan Smith.Baltimore also got the best version of Queen. The question is, did Smith help Queen learn, or was he the reason Queen had[...]

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Donny Chedrick: Chris "Mac" McClain from sports radio WFNZ joined the show. Chris detailed what the Steelers are getting in Donte Jackson. He is a character and a piece of work. The interviews will be fun. He's a fast guy who was slowed by an achilles injury. Andy Dalton[...]

The best texts of the day

Chris "Mac" McClain from sports radio WFNZ joined the show. Chris detailed what the Steelers are getting in Donte Jackson. He is a character and a piece of work. The interviews will be fun. He's a fast guy who was slowed by an achilles injury. Andy Dalton might be the one who goes to Carolina as a[...]

Mark Kaboly of The Athletic joined the show. Mark gives Russell Wilson a C, Patrick Queen an A. Diontae Johnson trade is an incomplete grade. Mark thinks Pickett's career is probably done in Pittsburgh, but the Steelers appear to be going all in with Russell Wilson. Free association. 

Sam Monson of PFF joined the show. Patrick Queen was a guy who flashed potential but was out of place when playing without Roquan Smith.Baltimore also got the best version of Queen. The question is, did Smith help Queen learn, or was he the reason Queen had success. Sam thinks it was a win-win deal between the[...]

Donnybrook! Five debate questions for Starkey and Donny. 

Rob Long of 105.7 The Fan in Baltimore joined the show. Rob is not a big fan of Patrick Queen and doesn't think the Steelers can rely on him to be a great player after playing next to Roquan Smith. Rob thinks Steelers fans could be disappointed and him not be a Pro Bowl player. Queen had[...]

Callers weigh in on Diontae Johnson and how he would run backwards. Jeff Patton of the Baseball Card Castle has a 2012 Russell Wilson card as Starkey's Card of the Week, and a Colorado Rookies card of Wilson when he played baseball!

This is unlike anything we've seen from the Steelers to begin free agency. Russell Wilson is one of the biggest free agent signings in Steelers history... for $1.2 million. Patrick Queen is a good player to pair with the other Steelers linebackers. The Steelers have been unable to fill inside linebacker since Ryan Shazier, but this might[...]

Did the Steelers get a good QB, regardless of price, grading the move: Donny A-, Joe A-, reaction to Tom Pellisero's report that Cam Heyward courted Russ. what does this say about the team's thoughts on Pickett, did the 49ers break him and the Steelers, what will a training camp competition look like? What becomes[...]

Chris Hoke calls in to discuss Mason Rudolph/Russell Wilson, which of the 3 QBs he'd take for a big game, Diontae Johnson trade value, how much closer are they to the Super Bowl, what position he would draft first, the need at cornerback, free association. Still absorbing the Wilson news. Ryan Leaf thinks it makes[...]

It's the debut edition of the DONNYBROOK - PTI style topics with Joe, Donny, and Pomp - 40K in the NBA, Caitlin Clark as the GOAT, Steelers free agent wish list, which Penguin should be kept other than Sid, O'Neil Cruz outlook. Will Kenny Pickett be feisty after being supplanted? Derek Watt retired. Texts in[...]

Jay Caufield joins to discuss if the Pens have quit on Mike Sullivan, options in the minors, the return for Guentzel, why more trades weren't made, Crosby's reaction to the roster changes, Erik Karlsson and the reason for his struggles. BREAKING: The Ravens are signing Derrick Henry. Grading other free agent signings. 

It's the debut edition of the DONNYBROOK - PTI style topics with Joe, Donny, and Pomp - 40K in the NBA, Caitlin Clark as the GOAT, Steelers free agent wish list, which Penguin should be kept other than Sid, O'Neil Cruz outlook. Will Kenny Pickett be feisty after being supplanted? Derek Watt retired. 

BREAKING: The Ravens are signing Derrick Henry. Grading other free agent signings. 

Jay Caufield joins to discuss if the Pens have quit on Mike Sullivan, options in the minors, the return for Guentzel, why more trades weren't made, Crosby's reaction to the roster changes, Erik Karlsson and the reason for his struggles. 

Still absorbing the Wilson news. Ryan Leaf thinks it makes the Steelers a Super Bowl contender. The Browns have a mess at QB. Bob struggles with Russell Wilson trivia. 

Chris Hoke calls in to discuss Mason Rudolph/Russell Wilson, which of the 3 QBs he'd take for a big game, Diontae Johnson trade value, how much closer are they to the Super Bowl, what position he would draft first, the need at cornerback, free association.

From 'Stinkin' Truth Podcast' (Subscribe Here): Mark Schlereth and Mike Evans breakdown the Steelers signing Russell Wilson and how the fit may actually be perfect. The two also discuss why Justin Fields' trade value may have diminished and why Safeties are the only position not getting paid. To learn more about listener data and our[...]

What becomes of Mason Rudolph? There's reportedly a lot of interest. Was he treated fairly in Pittsburgh? How to rank Wilson, Rudolph, Pickett. Looking at backup QB situations. 

Did the Steelers get a QB, regardless of price., Grading the move: Donny A-, Joe A-, reaction to Tom Pellisero's report that Cam Heyward courted Russ. what does this say about the team's thoughts on Pickett, did the 49ers break him and the Steelers, what will a training camp competition look like? 

Joe and Donny are excited to say the least about Russell Wilson. Mike Tomlin deserves a lot of credit. The Steelers have money to spend on other positions. What happens with Diontae Johnson? Calls on Russ. Steve Fabian from Inside Edition calls in to discuss Wilson and his celeb status. What does this mean for[...]

Joe and Donny are excited to say the least about Russell Wilson. Mike Tomlin deserves a lot of credit. The Steelers have money to spend on other positions. What happens with Diontae Johnson? Calls on Russ. Steve Fabian from Inside Edition calls in to discuss Wilson and his celeb status. What does this mean for[...]

How badly did the Steelers want Rudolph back? More calls on Russ, including a comparison to Allen Robinson. Russell Wilson has huge hands. What will the "competition" look like in the summer? 

Does Wilson make sense schematically in Pittsburgh? Wilson fumbles A LOT. We listen to various NFL perspectives of Wilson - Chad Brown, Ramon Foster. Plenty of NFL signing news. Should the Steelers have traded for Fields instead? Will Pickett want out? More NFL signings. Wilson to Pittsburgh will be among the most intriguing stories in[...]

Sean and Donny struggle through Joe's Russell Wilson trivia. Texts in the City!

Texts in the City!

Sean and Donny struggle through Joe's Russell Wilson trivia!

More NFL signings. Wilson to Pittsburgh will be among the most intriguing stories in the NFL this season. Russ isn't coming to sit on the bench. 

Does Wilson make sense schematically in Pittsburgh? Wilson fumbles A LOT. We listen to various NFL perspectives of Wilson - Chad Brown, Ramon Foster. Plenty of NFL signing news. Should the Steelers have traded for Fields instead? Will Pickett want out? 

Russell Wilson has huge hands. What will the "competition" look like in the summer? 

How badly did the Steelers want Rudolph back? More calls on Russ, including a comparison to Allen Robinson. 

Steve Fabian from Inside Edition calls in to discuss Wilson and his celeb status. What does this mean for Kenny? Another call on Russell/Pickett dynamic.

Joe and Donny are excited to say the least about Russell Wilson. Mike Tomlin deserves a lot of credit. The Stelers have money to spend on other positions. What happens with Diontae Johnson? Calls on Russ. 

Jake Guentzel is gone. Mike Sullivan seems to use it as an excuse for a horrid performance. Could he come back to Pittsburgh? Joe is underwhelmed with the return. The rumors were that the trade would've netted more. The Pens still need more grit, but Mike Sullivan seems to have no interest in that. Former[...]

BREAKING - The Steelers are releasing Patrick Peterson. Joe's theory on why the Steelers are talking to Russell Wilson now. Dorin expects it to happen soon. Paul and Joe roleplay Mason Rudolph and his agent. What would be the choice among Steelers fans? EJ Hradek joins to react to the Jake Guentzel trade and the return,[...]

Jake Guentzel is gone. Mike Sullivan seems to use it as an excuse for a horrid performance. Could he come back to Pittsburgh? Joe is underwhelmed with the return. The rumors were that the trade would've netted more. The Pens still need more grit, but Mike Sullivan seems to have no interest in that. Former[...]

Tyler Kennedy chimes in on the Guentzel trade, the Pens poor effort vs the Caps, Bunting's outlook, trading Jarry, a timeline for rebuilding. Texts in the City

Texts in the City

Tyler Kennedy chimes in on the Guentzel trade, the Pens poor effort vs the Caps, Bunting's outlook, trading Jarry, a timeline for rebuilding

Reacting to NFL experts, some of whom had pro Wilson and some who had anti-Wilson thoughts. 

Grading the Guentzel trade and the notion of signing Russell Wilson, calls on Steelers and Pens.

EJ Hradek joins to react to the Jake Guentzel trade and the return, the untouchables for the Pens and the guys who could be moved, Dubas' approach to fixing issues, what Guentzel could get in the open market, the challenges ahead, why the Pens haven't made a change from Sullivan, the biggest name who will[...]

BREAKING - The Steelers are releasing Patrick Peterson. Joe's theory on why the Steelers are talking to Russell Wilson now. Dorin expects it to happen soon. Paul and Joe roleplay Mason Rudolph and his agent. What would be the choice among Steelers fans? 

Former NFL coach Brian Billick joins to discuss the potential of Russell Wilson in Pittsburgh. Myles Garrett as DPOTY, the Steelers drafting a QB, his opinion on Kenny Pickett as the guy, who he'd choose between Wilson/Fields/Pickett/Rudolph, Michael Penix evaluation, how the Steelers QB options stack up in the division.

Jake Guentzel is gone. Mike Sullivan seems to use it as an excuse for a horrid performance. Could he come back to Pittsburgh? Joe is underwhelmed with the return. The rumors were that the trade would've netted more. The Pens still need more grit, but Mike Sullivan seems to have no interest in that. 

The full Joe Starkey Show with Paul Zeise from Thursday, March 7th, 2024

Hour 1 with Paul Zeise: An update on our high school basketball story from New Jersey yesterday where a team is going to court over the final score. Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are fighting in July on Netflix. We will definitely be watching. It's Jake Guentzel day (again). Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now joined[...]

Hour 3 with Paul Zeise: BREAKING NEWS: Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has reported that the Steelers are interested in signing Russell Wilson. Callers share their thoughts on Russell Wilson and Kenny Pickett.

Hour 4 with Paul Zeise: Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. The Russell Wilson discussions have come together quickly for the Steelers to talk to him. There's a chance this gets done and Ray doesn't think Wilson signs unless he's the starter or competing for the job. This would shut the door[...]

The best texts of the day

Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. The Russell Wilson discussions have come together quickly for the Steelers to talk to him. There's a chance this gets done and Ray doesn't think Wilson signs unless he's the starter or competing for the job. This would shut the door on Mason Rudolph and Rudolph[...]

We share our thoughts on the newest Steelers QB rumor. Callers share their thoughts on Russell Wilson and Kenny Pickett.

BREAKING NEWS: Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has reported that the Steelers are interested in signing Russell Wilson. 

Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. Henry Davis is the best catcher on the Pirates roster and Jason hasn't seen anything to the point that he can't catch in a Major League game. He's disproven the fact that he can't catch. Nick Gonzales is third in the second base race. Liover Peguero is[...]

The Steelers have released safety Keanu Neal with a failed physical designation. The Pirates are getting closer to going north to Pittsburgh. Will Henry Davis be on the team? You have to find out if he can catch in the Major Leagues. What the Pirates do at second base is also important. Paul thinks they[...]

Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now joined the show. Dan took the report that the Penguins wanted to trade Jake Guentzel by Wednesday night with a grain of salt. This is shaping up to be a transformative free agent class with a chance to change the Penguins immediately. Sidney Crosby has played for less during his entire[...]

An update on our high school basketball story from New Jersey yesterday where a team is going to court over the final score. Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are fighting in July on Netflix. We will definitely be watching. It's Jake Guentzel day (again). 

The full Joe Starkey Show with Paul Zeise from Wednesday, March 6th, 2024

Hour 1 with Paul Zeise: Paul Zeise begins the show talking about a high school basketball team in New Jersey that lost a playoff game because two of the three officials thought the game winning shot was after the buzzer, when it wasn't. We dive into replay, NIL, and other aspects of high school and[...]

Hour 2 with Paul Zeise: Pitt football offensive coordinator Kade Bell is bringing an explosive and high octane offense to Pitt. Spring football has begun. We're excited to see what Pitt does in a new scheme. Pitt football head coach Pat Narduzzi joined the show. Spring practices are underway at Pitt this week with a[...]

Hour 4 with Paul Zeise: Paul revisits the story from New Jersey where a high school team lost at the buzzer despite making a shot before the final whistle but the refs said it was after the buzzer. Pitt is on the outside looking in of the NCAA Tournament. 

Pitt is on the outside looking in of the NCAA Tournament. 

Paul revisits the story from New Jersey where a high school team lost at the buzzer despite making a shot before the final whistle but the refs said it was after the buzzer. They want to take action to court. 

The Penguins won yesterday, but they already lost the season. Paul is tired of the mediocrity. Kyle Dubas needs to figure out what he wants the team to be in the offseason and going forward. 

Mark Kaboly of The Athletic joined the show. People throw things out there online and social media for click but doesn't make it true. People have to be careful. It's the definition of QB rumors with the Steelers. There has to be truth and validity out there, but not much now with these QB talks. Justin Fields[...]

Pitt football offensive coordinator Kade Bell is bringing an explosive and high octane offense to Pitt. Spring football has begun. We're excited to see what Pitt does in a new scheme. 

Pitt football head coach Pat Narduzzi joined the show. Spring practices are underway at Pitt this week with a new offense under Kade Bell. Pat likes what he's seen from Bell and the way he's crafting an offense. It's fast pace and looking to score as many points as possible after last season's struggles. Pitt[...]

Jeff Patton of the Baseball Card Castle joined the show. A Henry Davis autographed rookie card and a 1968 Andy Russell rookie card are Starkey's cards of the week. 

Paul Zeise begins the show talking about a high school basketball team in New Jersey that lost a playoff game because two of the three officials thought the game winning shot was after the buzzer, when it wasn't. We dive into replay, NIL, and other aspects of high school and college athletics. 

Joe has lost his glasses and he's out of sorts. A discussion about the 1980s NBA. Paul can solve a Rubik's cube in a minute. Highlighting great players who didn't enjoy team success. A Starkey 6 pack - Guentzel's suitors list, the Devils are searching for a goalie, Ruff fired in NJ, Russell Wilson gone[...]

Joe has lost his glasses and he's out of sorts. A discussion about the 1980s NBA. Paul can solve a Rubik's cube in a minute. Highlighting great players who didn't enjoy team success. A Starkey 6 pack - Guentzel's suitors list, the Devils are searching for a goalie, Ruff fired in NJ, Russell Wilson gone[...]

Kevin Allen joins to discuss the Guentzel trade outlook, Jarry, building through the draft, if Dubas is a good GM, are the Pens capable of making a run, no trade clauses, Mike Sullivan, other Pens trade candidates. What are the Pirates going to do with Skenes and Henry Davis - breaking news:: Skenes will start[...]

Jay Caufield calls in to discuss the Pens rough road trip, Crosby and the players needed around him, the decline of Malkin, the PP woes, no trade clauses. Comments from Kris Letang about the Pens unfamiliar position, does Sid have too much say with the Pens personnel.

Texts in the City

Joe is sad that the Pens run is likely over. It's time to start selling. Skenes has more boxes to check supposedly. He should start in the majors.

Joe is sad that the Pens run is likely over. It's time to start selling. Skenes has more boxes to check supposedly. He needs to start in the majors. Texts in the City!

Comments from Kris Letang about the Pens unfamiliar position, does Sid have too much say with the Pens personnel. 

Jay Caufield calls in to discuss the Pens rough road trip, Crosby and the players needed around him, the decline of Malkin, the PP woes, no trade clauses, 

What are the Pirates going to do with Skenes and Henry Davis - breaking news:: Skenes will start in the minor leagues. Looking at the Pirates projected lineup. 

Kevin Allen joins to discuss the Guentzel trade outlook, Jarry, building through the draft, if Dubas is a good GM, are the Pens capable of making a run, no trade clauses, Mike Sullivan, other Pens trade candidates. 

Continuation of the 6 pack - expanding the NCAA MBB tourney, potential replacements in the ACC. 

Joe has lost his glasses and he's out of sorts. A discussion about the 1980s NBA. Paul can solve a Rubik's cube in a minute. Highlighting great players who didn't enjoy team success. A Starkey 6 pack - Guentzel's suitors list, the Devils are searching for a goalie, Ruff fired in NJ, Russell Wilson gone[...]

(Whole show with Joe Starkey, Bob Pompeani, and Paul Ziese) Paul updates the guys on his health, which is a positive update. Joe tells us how his performance over the weekend went. Joe also called Bob during his Saturday show over the weekend. The guys then transitioned to the Penguins colossal failure over the weekend dropping two key[...]

(Hour 1 with Joe Starkey, Bob Pompeani, and Paul Ziese) Paul updates the guys on his health, which is a positive update. Joe tells us how his performance over the weekend went. Joe also called Bob during his Saturday show over the weekend. The guys then transitioned to the Penguins colossal failure over the weekend dropping two key[...]

(Hour 2 with Joe Starkey, Bob Pompeani and Paul Ziese) Penn State Women's Basketball player and Peters Township native Mackenna Marisa joins the show to talk to the guys, especially her former coach Paul Zeise.  Is there a character clause for the NFL Hall of Fame? If there is, will Antonio Brown end up in the[...]

(Hour 3 with Joe Starkey, Bob Pompeani, and Paul Ziese) A segment goes off the rails. PTI(Paul thinks incrinkulently), is nothing but chaos. Who do they think will win the next championship in Pittsburgh? Will Sidney Crosby end his career with the Pens?  Chad Brown had some interesting things to say about Russell Wilson to[...]

(Hour 4 with Joe Starkey, Bob Pompeani, and Paul Ziese) Is Dionte Johnson on the move? Mark Kaboly was on The Fan Morning Show and said that Johnson may be pushing for a move more than the Steelers are. Owen Lloyd, a swimmer for NC State, was stripped of his award for celebrating with his[...]

A weird Texts in the City to wrap up todays show. 

Mark Kaboly talked with the Fan Morning Show today and said there may be more of a push from Johnson than the Steelers to trade the wide receiver. Is trading him the right move?

What did the former Steeler say about the Super Bowl winning quarterback? Would the guys bring Wilson in to be the Steelers QB?

Joe, Bob, and Paul battle in 15 second intervals to 5 different questions. Who won?

Does the NFL have an character clause when it comes to the Hall of Fame? What do you make of the character clause in the MLB Hall of Fame?

Current Penn State Women's Basketball player, who is in the middle of a stellar year, joins the show to talk to Joe, Bob, and a former coach of hers Paul Ziese. 

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers re-signed Mike Evans earlier today. Paul Zeise brought up the question: is Evans a Hall of Famer and where does he compare to Hines Ward?

The Penguins dropped a bad one to the Edmonton Oilers and with the trade deadline at the end of the week, what is the fall out? Are no trade clauses a bad thing? Is Bob Pompeani pro owners?

-Steelers/NFL Combine, Penguins/trade deadline, Pirates' catching situation, remembering the late Andy Russell. -Guests include Tyler Kennedy, Ray Fittipaldo, and Mike DeFabo

(First hour with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise) -Joe has to perform at tonight's Feed The Need variety show, hosted by Larry Richert. Joe's a little nervous. Just a little. The guys get into a sports six pack, with emphasis on the Penguins, as well as the Pirates' catching situation. -Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joins for[...]

(Hour two with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise) -Ray Fittipaldo of the Post-Gazette joins for all things Steelers, the likeliness of Mason Rudolph returning, and which players to keep an eye on at the NFL Combine/NFL Draft. -Former Steeler Andy Russell passed away, at 82. Joe and Paul share their interactions with Russell. Later, the guys[...]

(Hour three with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise) -Mike DeFabo of The Athletic joins for all things Steelers, the NFL Combine, and later, a small game of PTI (Paul Thinks Incrinculently) -The guys share their favorite Andy Russell memories and performances of all-time.

(Hour four with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise) -Joe and Paul discuss many of the greatest college football quarterbacks from all-time. Is Pat White from West Virginia super underrated? -Text in the city + predictions for the Penguins' games this weekend at Calgary and Edmonton

The best from the text line today with Joe and Paul Zeise!

Mike DeFabo of The Athletic joins for all things Steelers, the NFL Combine, and later, a small game of PTI (Paul Thinks Incrinculently)

Ray Fittipaldo of the Post-Gazette joins for all things Steelers, the likeliness of Mason Rudolph returning, and which players to keep an eye on at the NFL Combine/NFL Draft.

Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joins for all things Pens, including their 2-0 loss to Seattle last night, the looming trade deadline, and where the Penguins stand in the NHL wild card race.

Joe has to perform at tonight's Feed The Need variety show, hosted by Larry Richert. Joe's a little nervous. Just a little. The guys get into a sports six pack, with emphasis on the Penguins, as well as the Pirates' catching situation, and the basketball dominance from LeBron James and Caitlin Clark.

The full Joe Starkey Show, with Paul Zeise, from Thursday, Feb. 29th, 2024

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: The Steelers quarterback controversy is all anyone is talking about. Steelers broadcaster Bill Hillgrove has retired after 30 years. He will remain calling Pitt football games on 93.7 The Fan. We rate quarterback options as a backup to Kenny Pickett, or a starter, on a scale of[...]

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: John Perrotto of Pittsburgh Sports Now joined the show. John is excited to see Paul Skenes make his spring training debut. His status is significant dating Livvy Dunne and being one of the best pitching prospects in years. John doesn't think Skenes will be overworked this season[...]

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: College football is expanding the playoffs, but 14 teams is now being rumored. It's becoming half the top 25 in the tournament. Players will be playing 17 games if they make the championship! Paul thinks it's wild. Paul thinks Incrinculently. Texts in the city.

Today's best texts

College football is expanding the playoffs, but 14 teams is now being rumored. It's becoming half the top 25 in the tournament. Players will be playing 17 games if they make the championship! Paul thinks it's wild. Paul thinks Incrinculently. 

The Penguins have won three in a row. Could Kyle Dubas stand pat at the trade deadline? Unless the Pens are willing to trade stars, the roster is not going to significantly change. 

John Perrotto of Pittsburgh Sports Now joined the show. John is excited to see Paul Skenes make his spring training debut. His status is significant dating Livvy Dunne and being one of the best pitching prospects in years. John doesn't think Skenes will be overworked this season and could see 160 innings. The Athletic's Jim Bowden[...]

Paul Skenes pitches today for the Pirates. We discussed the flare for the dramatic with Skenes and the pressure the Pirates are under for him to be a star. Zeise is ok with Skenes coming up in June with his projection that the Pirates will have him on an innings cap. We give our ideal[...]

Joe wants a young guy on defense at linebacker or secondary to become a focal point. We go over mock drafts and top quarterbacks. Paul doesn't think Caleb Williams is a superstar. 

Paul Zeise joins the show. We discuss golf courses we'd want to play and also if golf is shifting to a more football-like atmosphere. NFL mock drafts are addicting. It's easy to read them and react.