The Pomp And Joe Show

Detroit Twitter people are mad at Rowntree. Mike Tomlin didn't give a clear answer about resting starters if the Steelers clinch. Josh would want to see Will Howard. Would that be fair to Mason? Would Rodgers benefit from playing on Sunday? A caller has a theory about DK Metcalf and the fan. Are the Steelers one playoff loss away from this being the same-old story? Can the Steelers defense hold a lead late?

Could Eugenio Suarez be the final piece for the Pirates? Callers seem excited, but one wonders if Nutting will be selling. Could Jared Jones be the future closer?

Colin Beazley joins to discuss the Ryan O'Hearn signing, where he will play in the field, how the PIrates will approach DH, what this means for Andrew McCutchen, Nick Gonzales' outlook, what Okomoto could bring, what has been different about this offseason? Josh is not related to any notable Rowntrees/Roundtrees. It feels like the Pirates have taken some steps to winning back fans' trust. Why is it finally happening now? Will they see enough internal development?

Mike Florio is contradicting Tom Pelissero's report. Has the NFLPA fought back to cause this change of course?

WPXI reporter Shelby Cassesse joins the show to discuss her favorite Christmas movies, her reaction to the NFL upholding Metcalf's suspension, how the NBA differs with player/fan interactions, what Metcalf is like behind the scenes, how the Steelers will approach Sunday if they already clinch, could we see Will Howard, Shelby's pick for team MVP. Did the fire Tomlin chants motivate the Steelers on this recent run? Another call weighs in on the Metcalf situation.

Callers continue to add to this conversation. Everyone in the situation was negligent. Another caller mentions when players jump into the crowd to celebrate. It seems like something has to change at NFL games in the future. Buying a ticket comes with a contractual agreement to the code of conduct.

The latest on DK Metcalf courtesy of Tom Pelissero, as he seemingly backtracked a bit on his report last night. as the league is following up with the Lions regarding the fan code of conduct. It seems pretty clear the fan violated the very encompassing aspect of the code of conduct. A ton of callers chime in on the topic. Josh wants more transparency from the NFL in this investigation.

We take a deep dive into the DK Metcalf situation. What's the precedent for this situation? Lamar Jackson's situation was different. Joe cites a situation in Philadelphia a few years ago. There's another ordeal in 1999 in Denver. We take calls on the topic. Why didn't security intervene? It seems like Goddell will have the power to make the final ruling on Metcalf. Joe calls this an incorrect ruling. More calls on DK. Why isn't the national media referencing the Shaq Lawson ordeal as precedent? Nick Farabaugh thinks the Steelers can win a playoff game. There's no team in the AFC that the Steelers wouldn't have a chance against. Joe makes a bold playoff prediction. The Steelers are using the middle of the field suddenly, and Joe and Nick give possible explanations. The guys give their top 3 AFC teams as of right now. Nick would like the Steelers matchup against the Broncos. how many starters should sit for the Steelers if the Ravens lose? Joe would sit a ton of guys. Could Will Howard get some run? Joe's daughter had a slight driving mishap and it's very expensive. The Pro Bowl selections include Watt, Ramsey, and Skowronek. Tomlin press conference - Joe gives his highlights about Tomlin's comments on Metcalf. The Batkonian Mongoose joins to react to Tomlin's Metcalf comments, would this be as big of a deal if it wasn't part of the TV broadcast? Are Chad Johnson and James Harrison under the microscope now for their relaying of comments? Brian gives the latest on TJ Watt. Revisiting Tomlin's comments on Metcalf. Callers continue to weigh in on the topic. How was there not a bigger security presence? DK Metcalf's situation will void a lot of money in his contract. Tomlin had interesting comments about Myles Garrett and Derrick Harmon.

We take a deep dive into the DK Metcalf situation. What's the precedent for this situation? Lamar Jackson's situation was different. Joe cites a situation in Philadelphia a few years ago. There's another ordeal in 1999 in Denver. We take calls on the topic. Why didn't security intervene? It seems like Goddell will have the power to make the final ruling on Metcalf. Joe calls this an incorrect ruling. More calls on DK.

Revisiting Tomlin's comments on Metcalf. Callers continue to weigh in on the topic. How was there not a bigger security presence? DK Metcalf's situation will void a lot of money in his contract. Tomlin had interesting comments about Myles Garrett and Derrick Harmon