Steve Palazzolo from the 33rd Team joined the show. Steve dove into the cornerback market and why it doesn’t benefit the Steelers. He listed Joey Porter Jr. in the second or third tier of corners. Steve thinks there is a trade base for a player like Porter if the Steelers look at that option. Steve isn’t sure a 1st round pick would come back due to the contract needed, but believes there is a market for the player. How much of a tangible loss would Porter be to the Steelers? Steve ran through his AFC playoff teams and he did not include the Steelers. Steve has a Rams-Bengals Super Bowl matchup.

Is Mike Tomlin bound to coach again? It sounds like he’s quite happy to have free time and not face the day-to-day stress that comes with coaching. Will Tomlin be successful on TV?

Bucco Minute – The Pirates beat the Giants to take 2 of 3 in the series. They keep their very little playoff hopes alive with the Angels coming to town this weekend. The Buccos used a bullpen game today and got the job done. Is it too little too late? Do any fans out there still have hope?

Mike McCarthy spoke a little bit about Joey Porter Jr. today as the Steelers corner continues to await a new contract, but has practiced. Porter wore pads for the first time today ahead of the 2026 campaign. Is it clear that the Steelers just don’t value the position the way other teams do? They can franchise tag Porter and get him at a bargain. There are new teams thrown out there that could trade for Porter – which would provide the best return for Peezy?

Donny Football Debrief – Mike Tomlin joined Dan Patrick today and gave us a few quotes for fodder.

Steelers reporter Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined show. Ray confirmed that Joey Porter Jr. was in pads today as the Steelers continued their prep for the Falcons. Ray thinks it’s a sign of goodwill from Porter, but also a sign that he is getting ready to play in Week 1. Ray expects Porter to be out there against the Falcons in 10 days. Did Ray get anything from the conversation Porter had with Omar Khan? Ray doesn’t think Porter truly wants to be the highest-paid corner in the league. Ray believes there is still an ongoing battle at right tackle and guessed that Dylan Cook would be the guy there in Week 1. Ray said it could be tough for Spencer Anderson since he doesn’t really know who will be starting next to him and he’s also new at right guard. Did Aaron Rodgers take an unwarranted shot at Roman Wilson yesterday? Ray thinks Roman is ‘still in good shape,’ but if he makes mistakes that could very easily change. Ray wouldn’t be surprised if we see all 3 TEs more than Germie Bernard. Ray talked about Bernard like a guy who may have trouble getting a helmet on game day.

How will the Buccos finish 2026? We went series-by-series to see if the Pirates could reach the postseason.

Pirates insider Jason Mackey joined the show. Jason told us Konnor Griffin will be activated and play tomorrow, as far as he understands. Jason expects Griffin to play at SS, but we could also see some games at DH. How possible is it for Griffin to come back and help this team to the postseason? The guys asked about Khristian Curtis and why we don’t see him much despite good results. Jason thinks the Pirates need to have 85 wins to make the playoffs, which would mean a 16-5 finish. Jason said left-handed pitching has been a reason why the team hasn’t put together a nice winning streak because facing them has been such a bugaboo. How can the Pirates configure things in the field since Nick Gonzales is such a liability at 3B while carrying a good bat? If the Pirates get to 82-80 or 83-79, Jason believes Bob Nutting will be ‘OK’ with the season’s result. Does Jake Mangum help the Pirates win more than Esmerlyn Valdez right now?

Bucco Minute – The Pirates beat the Giants to take 2 of 3 in the series. They keep their very little playoff hopes alive with the Angels coming to town this weekend. The Buccos used a bullpen game today and got the job done. Is it too little too late? Do any fans out there still have hope?

Steve Palazzolo from the 33rd Team joined the show. Steve dove into the cornerback market and why it doesn’t benefit the Steelers. He listed Joey Porter Jr. in the second or third tier of corners. Steve thinks there is a trade base for a player like Porter if the Steelers look at that option. Steve isn’t sure a 1st round pick would come back due to the contract needed, but believes there is a market for the player. How much of a tangible loss would Porter be to the Steelers? Steve ran through his AFC playoff teams and he did not include the Steelers. Steve has a Rams-Bengals Super Bowl matchup.

Steelers reporter Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined show. Ray confirmed that Joey Porter Jr. was in pads today as the Steelers continued their prep for the Falcons. Ray thinks it’s a sign of goodwill from Porter, but also a sign that he is getting ready to play in Week 1. Ray expects Porter to be out there against the Falcons in 10 days. Did Ray get anything from the conversation Porter had with Omar Khan? Ray doesn’t think Porter truly wants to be the highest-paid corner in the league. Ray believes there is still an ongoing battle at right tackle and guessed that Dylan Cook would be the guy there in Week 1. Ray said it could be tough for Spencer Anderson since he doesn’t really know who will be starting next to him and he’s also new at right guard. Did Aaron Rodgers take an unwarranted shot at Roman Wilson yesterday? Ray thinks Roman is ‘still in good shape,’ but if he makes mistakes that could very easily change. Ray wouldn’t be surprised if we see all 3 TEs more than Germie Bernard. Ray talked about Bernard like a guy who may have trouble getting a helmet on game day.

Mike McCarthy spoke a little bit about Joey Porter Jr. today as the Steelers corner continues to await a new contract, but has practiced. Porter wore pads for the first time today ahead of the 2026 campaign. Is it clear that the Steelers just don’t value the position the way other teams do? They can franchise tag Porter and get him at a bargain. There are new teams thrown out there that could trade for Porter – which would provide the best return for Peezy?

PM Team FULL Show 9-2-26

Rodgers’ Responses – What did Aaron Rodgers say to the media today?

ALL ACCESS w/ Aditi – Aditi doesn’t believe Joey Porter Jr. sitting out games would make the Steelers change their tradition of not negotiating contracts in-season. Aditi recalled what happened with Chris Jones and the Chiefs a few years ago. Aditi told us she will be doing Jets-Titans in Week 1. Aditi said there has to a showing of good faith from Porter to start the ball rolling on contract talks. Aditi was surprised by Elandon Roberts being cut because of what he brings to the locker room more than anything else. Did Aditi have any thoughts on Daejon Love, the guy that faked being a member of the 49ers and swindled several women out of money.

Donny Football Debrief – We are ONE week away from the NFL kickoff. What is your big take for the season?