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Charlie Batch told our buddy Arthur Moats that he thinks Mason Rudolph could have an edge at starting quarterback over Aaron Rodgers. Really? We had some theories about why he would say it. Is this another nudge by the Steelers to get Rodgers to sign soon? The guys talked about Brett Favre playing his cards late in his career and making many people play the guessing game. Poni isn’t convinced ‘a lot of people (with the Steelers)’ want Rodgers. There was then a ranking of who Arthur Smith may have wanted at QB and how he hasn’t had a chance to stand up to Mike Tomlin about his quarterback decisions. There was a discussion about the offense with Justin Fields and Russell Wilson last season and how things changed or stayed the same. How will battles go between Rodgers and Tomlin? Another national voice telling us that Mike Tomlin would have a job in 5 seconds if the Steelers fired him. That has us asking – so what? Donny Football Debrief – Some rule changes will be voted upon this week, including the playoff

Another national voice telling us that Mike Tomlin would have a job in 5 seconds if the Steelers fired him. That has us asking – so what?

Charlie Batch told our buddy Arthur Moats that he thinks Mason Rudolph could have an edge at starting quarterback over Aaron Rodgers. Really? We had some theories about why he would say it. Is this another nudge by the Steelers to get Rodgers to sign soon? The guys talked about Brett Favre playing his cards late in his career and making many people play the guessing game. Poni isn’t convinced ‘a lot of people (with the Steelers)’ want Rodgers. There was then a ranking of who Arthur Smith may have wanted at QB and how he hasn’t had a chance to stand up to Mike Tomlin about his quarterback decisions. There was a discussion about the offense with Justin Fields and Russell Wilson last season and how things changed or stayed the same. How will battles go between Rodgers and Tomlin?

The Pirates are ruining Paul Skenes. We aren’t the only ones saying it. And the team is getting him at his cheapest price right now. So, what does that say for when he gets a little bit more expensive? What has this front office done to tell us they will decide to spend more or spend well? Is there anything they can do to salvage this season? The guys talked about the lack of excitement for Bubba Chandler, who to his credit, is the 2nd ranked prospect in baseball. Ben Cherington sat out his radio show again this week. Weekend Review.

Ben Cherington sat out his radio show again this week.

The Pirates are ruining Paul Skenes. We aren’t the only ones saying it. And the team is getting him at his cheapest price right now. So, what does that say for when he gets a little bit more expensive? What has this front office done to tell us they will decide to spend more or spend well? Is there anything they can do to salvage this season? The guys talked about the lack of excitement for Bubba Chandler, who to his credit, is the 2nd ranked prospect in baseball.

The Pirates wasted a true masterpiece from Paul Skenes yesterday in Philly. The big fella threw an 8-inning complete game in a 1-0 loss to the Phillies. If he asked for a trade right now, how would fans feel about him? The guys think it’d be hard to blame him. How would fans feel if Paul Skenes asked for a trade? Pirates pre-post game host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Dan was live at the ballpark getting set for his duties tonight as the Pirates host the Reds. He gave the feel from the park. Dan gave his take on how Paul Skenes could be feeling as he continues to watch this team waste his talent. Could the Pirates be working themselves into a no-win situation if they don’t figure it out? Dan reacted to a report that Jared Jones could be going under the knife for Tommy John surgery, which would keep him out probably until the 2027 season. Dan doesn’t think you needed to squint too hard to see that coming, but either the team or player wanted to just hope the tendon would get better. He questioned when we

Pirates pre-post game host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Dan was live at the ballpark getting set for his duties tonight as the Pirates host the Reds. He gave the feel from the park. Dan gave his take on how Paul Skenes could be feeling as he continues to watch this team waste his talent. Could the Pirates be working themselves into a no-win situation if they don’t figure it out? Dan reacted to a report that Jared Jones could be going under the knife for Tommy John surgery, which would keep him out probably until the 2027 season. Dan doesn’t think you needed to squint too hard to see that coming, but either the team or player wanted to just hope the tendon would get better. He questioned when we would see Jones pitch again.

The Pirates wasted a true masterpiece from Paul Skenes yesterday in Philly. The big fella threw an 8-inning complete game in a 1-0 loss to the Phillies. If he asked for a trade right now, how would fans feel about him? The guys think it’d be hard to blame him.

the full schedule, date and times for the NFL are here, we break that down, Pirates trade rumors, Crosby on Sullivan being gone and more.

Pearl Jam ticket prices, Ian O'Connor, and Donny Football-Less Debrief

The Donny Football-Less Debrief. The NFL is thinking about reseeding the playoffs based off of record instead of division winners.

Aaron Rodgers' autobiographer Ian O'Connor joins the show to try and give an inside look of Rodgers and who he is. Ian says that Rodgers will be a Steeler by at least June 10th before mandatory minicamp. He provides more insight on what Rodgers said on the Pat McAfee Show. He describes Rodgers as a 'workaholic' and takes care of himself.

Mark Kaboly, of the Pat McAfee Show, joins Poni in studio for the full hour.

A Poni rant for the ages, Chris Olave, and an Adam Crowley apperance

How long do cold cuts last? Vacuum sealers are a great invention. Mark says there is still a 99.9% chance Rodgers signs and will happen before mini-camp. 

Mark Kaboly joins Poni in the studio. Mark was not Crowley's source for the Olave report. What are Mark's thoughts on the situation?

Adam Crowley joins the show to talk about his report about Chris Olave. Crowley and Poni disagree on the potential of acquiring Olave. Poni does not think they should while Crowley does.

Adam Crowley set the Steelers rumor mill ablaze this morning saying that the Steelers could be after Chris Olave. Poni says it does not make sense because the Steelers still do not have a good quarterback. Mullsy takes a stray as Poni goes off on the Steelers for not having a solution at the quarterback position by now. Poni, admittedly went off the rails here. 

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