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Former McKeesport, Penn State and NFL LB Brandon Short joined the show. Brandon endured a personal tragedy that resulted in the death of his daughter and her unborn child 5 years ago. With that, he setup the Karli Short Better Tomorrow Foundation. He told Chris about what the foundation means to him and his family, and the rest of the community. Growing up in McKeesport, Brandon talked about his own experience with government funding and getting helped with meals, and how he may not have ended up reaching the career heights without that. Chris asked Brandon about the renovations being done at Beaver Stadium. Brandon reflected on the career of Mike Tomlin and the transition to Mike McCarthy in Pittsburgh. KDKA Meteorologist Mary Ours joined the show. The conversation started with Mary’s singing ability and performing at events over the years. The guys told Mary about Donny’s wedding over the weekend in Johnstown, but what is there to do there? Mary shared her ideal weather on any given day. Back to music – t

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The Pirates roster looks set for Opening Day. Who’s on it and who’s not? Some of the guys that made it bring question marks. Konnor Griffin got sent down and some others that had good spring trainings went down with him. Is this team a playoff team right now? Jannah Drexler from Giant Eagle joined the show. Jannah is a huge help in our Feed the Need radiothon, which is tomorrow. Jannah talked about her involvement in the event and how long she’s been doing work like this. Jannah got into her work with the food bank and why it’s so important that even the smallest amount can go a long way. The guys told Jannah about the 4,000+ cookies he had at his wedding.

Roger Goodell sat down for an interview with Pittsburgh’s own Michael Bartley this morning. He raved about the city of Pittsburgh as a whole, and talked about the NFL Draft experience. He also talked about his close connection to the Rooney family. Goodell said that the draft has to be very Pittsburgh-centered. Apparently, around 200 trees have been cut down in preparation for the draft. Andrew McCutchen made the Rangers’ Opening Day roster. Did the Pirates make a mistake by letting him go? Donny Football Debrief – Najee Harris looks ready to go after tearing his Achilles last season. What would you grade the draft pick?

Donny got married this weekend, and he said that his wedding day was the best day of his life. He said that everything that came together made him realize this. Callers congratulate Donny on his big weekend. Mock of the Day – Who’s the best Steelers 5th round pick of all time? Donny has an NFL.com mock draft for today. This one has the Steelers taking Blake Miller, an offensive lineman from Clemson.

The Penguins were handled by the Hurricanes yesterday, in a 5-1 loss at PPG Paints Arena. Is it fair to have some big concerns with this team as we get into crunch time on the NHL schedule? The Pens have to figure out the goalie situation fast, a shared deal between Arturs Silovs and Stuart Skinner. The guys are really concerned about the play of Kris Letang, who is having a rough season. Was yesterday’s game just kind of an outlier in their season? There was acknowledgement to one of the moves Kyle Dubas has been unable to right – Ryan Graves. BREAKING: Travis Kelce is signing a 3-year extension with the Chiefs. Poni questioned the Kelce marriage with Taylor Swift. College Basketball Minute – A Robert Morris transfer was a hero yesterday. We also discovered another kid with a Pittsburgh connection making his name in the NCAA Tournament.

The Pirates roster looks set for Opening Day. Who’s on it and who’s not? Some of the guys that made it bring question marks. Konnor Griffin got sent down and some others that had good spring trainings went down with him. Is this team a playoff team right now?

Donny Football Debrief – Najee Harris looks ready to go after tearing his Achilles last season. What would you grade the draft pick?

Roger Goodell sat down for an interview with Pittsburgh’s own Michael Bartley this morning. He raved about the city of Pittsburgh as a whole, and talked about the NFL Draft experience. He also talked about his close connection to the Rooney family. Goodell said that the draft has to be very Pittsburgh-centered. Apparently, around 200 trees have been cut down in preparation for the draft.

Mock of the Day – Who’s the best Steelers 5th round pick of all time? Donny has an NFL.com mock draft for today. This one has the Steelers taking Blake Miller, an offensive lineman from Clemson.

Donny got married this weekend, and he said that his wedding day was the best day of his life. He said that everything that came together made him realize this.

The Penguins were handled by the Hurricanes yesterday, in a 5-1 loss at PPG Paints Arena. Is it fair to have some big concerns with this team as we get into crunch time on the NHL schedule? The Pens have to figure out the goalie situation fast, a shared deal between Arturs Silovs and Stuart Skinner. The guys are really concerned about the play of Kris Letang, who is having a rough season. Was yesterday’s game just kind of an outlier in their season? There was acknowledgement to one of the moves Kyle Dubas has been unable to right – Ryan Graves.

Crowley and Dorin hung out with the Bucs this week, the madness starts as the sports world starts to heat up!

Hour 1: What sports story are Pittsburghers most excited about right now? There was a fake Joe Greene death post on social media today. And Nick Farabaugh joins the guys to go over the biggest Steelers news right now. Hour 2: The Steelers appear to be interested in a new quarterback prospect. Matt Clement joins the show to preview the Pirates season. Did Callas throw up in the producer’s booth? Dom gives a Steelers Super Bowl hypothetical. And who was more popular in their prime, Livvy Dunne or Pamela Anderson? Hour 3: Mark Kaboly joins the guys for the hour! The guys recap the morning show’s trip to Bradenton. Does Aaron Rodgers have too much pull with the Steelers? And will Tom Brady be at WrestleMania this year? Hour 4: Poni thinks Konnor Griffin should start in the minor leagues to begin the season. An important Griffin article online is currently behind a paywall. And there have been no upsets in March Madness so far today.

Hour 4: Poni thinks Konnor Griffin should start in the minor leagues to begin the season. An important Griffin article online is currently behind a paywall. And there have been no upsets in March Madness so far today.

Poni says that Konnor Griffin should start this season in Indy. The guys debate what the right move is for the Pirates. Would the start of the season be hindered if Griffin’s not on the Opening Day roster?

Hour 3: Mark Kaboly joins the guys for the hour! The guys recap the morning show’s trip to Bradenton. Does Aaron Rodgers have too much pull with the Steelers? And will Tom Brady be at WrestleMania this year?

Does Aaron Rodgers have too much pull with the Steelers? Kaboly confirms that Pittsburgh didn’t even make an attempt to get Kyler Murray. Apparently there is a Pittsburgh media hair bracket online. Mark gives his record prediction for the Pirates this year. Is the word “homely” underused?

Hour 2: The Steelers appear to be interested in a new quarterback prospect. Matt Clement joins the show to preview the Pirates season. Did Callas throw up in the producer’s booth? Dom gives a Steelers Super Bowl hypothetical. And who was more popular in their prime, Livvy Dunne or Pamela Anderson?

Matt Clement joins the show to talk about his record prediction for the season, where he would put Jared Triolo on the field, realistic expectations for Paul Skenes this year, if wins still matter, if a Moisés Alou urination story is true, what a potential Pirates rotation would look like in a best-of-three playoff series, some rapid fire questions, and more!