Starkey & Mueller

A classic QB debate to start the show. Should the Steelers use a short-term IR spot on Will Howard? Poni thinks the team may really have something on the rookie QB, despite him not playing a down of preseason football. Chris wanted Poni to temper down the hype, but he wasn’t having it. What should the expectations be for Howard? Are people already turning on Will Howard? A quick Pitt-Penn State discussion. Pirates pre/post game host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. The Pirates swept the Rockies over the weekend. Bubba Chandler earned a 4-inning save in his debut Friday night. Paul Skenes shut out Colorado over 7 innings yesterday. The guys shared a staggering stat about the 2025 Pirates and their home/road splits. Dan shared his reaction of Bubba’s debut, but mentioned how he didn’t think his call-up was deserved at the time. Dan said there is a lot to be excited about when it comes to Pirates pitching in 2026. Will we see Chandler in the bulk relief role for the remainder of the season? Dan thinks Konnor G