The Pomp And Joe Show

The United States plays Sweden at 3:10. Team Canada didn't have an update on Sidney Crosby but talk in the room is that this is not Sid's last game at the Olympics. Where is Team USA in the medal count?

Konnor Griffin hit a ball around 450 feet to center field today in batting practice. The Pirates need to see Griffin have a great spring in games for him to make the roster. Jason thinks Griffin is leaving 'no doubt' so far. Jason thinks Jared Triolo is a valuable member of the Pirates roster and is a very solid defensive player.

Sidney Crosby was injured during Team Canada's game. Was it a mistake for Crosby to play in the Olympics? Konnor Griffin continues to excel in the early portion of spring training. Austin is frustrated by the increasing NFL international games.

Sidney Crosby is in the locker room and has not returned after taking a big hit to the ice. Who are five realistic free agent targets for the Steelers in free agency? ESPN predicted safety Jaquon Brisker to the Steelers to join safety DeShon Elliott in the secondary. Running back Rico Dowdell could make sense if the Steelers don't re-sign Kenneth Gainwell.

Steelers apologist Mark Kaboly responds to Poni's tweet that he's heard a Steelers player will surprisingly not be on the team next season. Could the Steelers bring James Daniels back? Should the Steelers pursue Tua or Anthony Richardson?

Ben Roethlisberger decided not to address the Steelers drama and how he was called out by Joey Porter Sr. This seems like a lot of players trying to promote their podcasts and content. Mark has released his first mock draft. He thinks a guard could be in play for the Steelers.

Nick Gonzales is likely going to be a placeholder for Konnor Griffin until Griffin is ready. Paul in Washington thinks it wasn't a smart idea for Zach Banner to go after James Harrison. Jeff Patton of Baseball Card Castle joined the show.

Ben Roethlisberger took the high road and didn't respond to anyone's criticism on the latest episode of his podcast this week. Donny defends Ben Roethlisberger as a teammate and the way he led his team. Donny is very optimistic about the Pirates rotation.

The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Joe Starkey and Austin Bechtold, from Tuesday, February 17th, 2026

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey: Joe wonders if Ty Simpson might be the right pick. Is a bad plan at QB better than no plan? Mel Kiper has the Steelers taking Simpson with the 21st overall pick. Joe is intrigued by Malik Willis and what he did against the Ravens. We hear from Steelers fans about their quarterback draft decisions.