The Steelers are dependent on takeaways and sacks to win games. Hokie thinks the story for the Steelers is that they need around five sacks and win the turnover battle. He is fine with the Steelers not acquiring a No. 2 wide receiver. Do the Steelers really NEED a No. 2 wide receiver?

The Penguins have called up top goalie Sergei Murashov. Should the Penguins play him against Washington? We think he DEFINITELY should make his first start tonight.

We have debuted a Pomp and Joe theme song by Geoffrey Lewis! Alex Ovechkin scored his 900th career goal. TK's top five hockey players of all time. Does Alex Ovechkin make the list?

The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Bob Pompeani, Joe Starkey, and Austin Bechtold (behind the glass), from Wednesday, November 5th, 2025

Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: The Steelers did not make a trade at the NFL trade deadline. Bob thinks the Steelers should have offered a better deal for Jakobi Meyers. Pitt is ranked No. 24 in the first College Football Playoff rankings. The Penguins have placed Tristan Jarry on injured reserve and called up Sergei Murashov. Highlights of the Mike Tomlin press conference.

Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Did the Steelers make the right decision not trading for a No. 2 wide receiver? Mark believes we need to think about what receiver could fit into the offense. Mark said the Steelers called, but it was too expensive for some receivers who were not moved! Mark doesn't anticipate Elliott coming back. Jalen Ramsey is going to be the starting safety. Joe thought Kyle Dugger wasn't noticeable for the Steelers against Indianapolis, but a good thing.

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Should the Penguins keep Harrison Brunicke with the NHL team? Steelers MVPs and MVPs at the halfway point of the NFL season. Pitt was ranked No. 24 in the initial College Football Playoff 2025 rankings. Stephen agrees with Bob that if Pitt goes to the ACC championship and doesn't win, it doesn't feel like they would get in.

Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: NFL picks at the halfway point of the season. Bob picks the Bills and Lions in his re-pick. Austin is staying with Bills-Lions as his original pick. Joe is picking Broncos-Eagles. Grading the Steelers trade deadline. Mike White's top WPIAL football head coaches since 2000.

Grading the Steelers trade deadline. Joe gives them a C-, Bob a C, and Austin a D. Bob said he hasn't seen enough from Yahya Black. He doesn't feel great about the Steelers defensive line. Mike White's top WPIAL football head coaches since 2000.

NFL picks at the halfway point of the season. Bob picks the Bills and Lions in his re-pick. Austin is staying with Bills-Lions as his original pick. Joe is picking Broncos-Eagles!