Dave Bryan of Steelers Depot joins Hotline to break down Pittsburgh’s 3–1 start and their impressive win in Ireland over the Vikings. He and Dave Weekly discuss the Steelers’ offensive line progress, Kenneth Gainwell’s breakout, and the AFC North picture with Joe Burrow sidelined and Lamar Jackson nursing injuries. Plus, what to expect from the Browns’ quarterback shuffle and how history favors Mike Tomlin teams starting strong.

On this Hotline video game feature, Ryan Nicholson dives into two hot stories: the $55 billion acquisition of EA by a Saudi-backed consortium, raising concerns over the future of FIFA, Madden, and more; and Fortnite’s stunning virtual Daft Punk concert that reimagined the live music experience. Dave and Ryan debate what these moves mean for gamers, consumers, and the future of digital entertainment.

Kristyn Burtt joins Hotline with the latest Hollywood dirt, from Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime gig and Taylor Swift’s standoff with the NFL, to the controversy over AI “actress” Tilly Norwood. She also weighs in on Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension rebound, and why Gen Alpha might just be the key to saving movie theaters.

Chef Paul joins Hotline with Dave Weekley to confess his over-the-top coffee habit, share his love for Vidalia onions, and reflect on Charleston’s pizza legacy. The conversation dives into behind-the-scenes kitchen practices—everything from gloves and scrubbers to the life of a dishwasher—and ends with Paul’s take on pancakes, from specialty flavors to classic buttermilk. A lively mix of food, nostalgia, and restaurant know-how.