Steve Jones Show: Recent Episodes
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The Voice of Nittany Lions Football and Men's Basketball joins you weekdays to talk Penn State Football, Basketball and all Penn State sports. Plus, he's joined each week by the people that cover and bring you the games, including pro sports!
Nate Bauer from Blue-White Illustrated joins Steve to talk about Penn State Football moving forward, and Steve's brother Kevin wraps up the week.
Steve looks back on the Phillies elimination from the MLB playoffs. Kerkering did not lose the game. There was a lot more that went into that loss. He also looks at where the Eagles stand right now after the loss to the Giants on TNF on a bad night for Philadelphia sports.
Kevin tries to convince Steve that there's something magical about the Phillies wearing the retro 80's powder blue uniforms, and Doug from Wellsboro has some questions for Steve about the UCLA game.
Play-by-Play memories with Steve and Kevin, plus Dave Ritchie joins in for the High School Football Roundtable.
Donnie Collins, Scranton Times-Tribune, on Penn State still having a chance to make the playoffs this year.
Steve talks with Neal Coolong about the Browns trading Flacco and the rest of the AFC North, plus Steve looks at Private Equity in College Football.
Steve and Kevin look back on last night's loss by the Phillies, Matt Catrillo gets ready for the Yankees game (kind of), and Steve talks about loyalty in sports.
The Phillies Chris Wheeler joins Steve to talk about the changes in sports, the Phillies loss in game one, the setup for game two and thoughts on the Penn State-UCLA game.
Steve looks back on Penn State-UCLA and Rich Scarcella, Reading Eagle, joins Steve for his perspective on the game.
Steve talks about preparing for the West Coast trip for the Nittany Lions and Dave Ritchie joins Steve to preview "The Rally in the Valley" between Selinsgrove and Shikellamy.
Neal Coolong joins Steve to look at the Steelers win in Ireland and the AFC North right now.
Matt Catrillo gets ready for the Yankees post season, looks at his top high school team he's seen this year, and Steve explains why Dodgers fans don't seem to get to games early.
Jon Sauber, Centre Daily Times, gives his thoughts on the Oregon-Penn State game and what is next for the Nittany Lions.
Steve looks back at the Oregon- Penn State game from Saturday night, plus Steve and Kevin discuss the so called "trap game" existing at the high school level.
Steve talks a college football commissioner, so we don't get the White out and Alabama-Georgia kicking at the same time on Saturday night. Then the King is back in the second segment.
Thomas Frank Carr joins us to discuss what he sees while watching film on Drew Allar through the first three games of the season; his thoughts on the defense and the pass rush and the White Out.
Steve is joined by Thomas Frank Carr of Blue White Illustrated to discuss his film work on the Nittany Lions before Oregon, then in the second segment, Doug from Wellsboro calls in to talk Saturday's game.
Steve talks the narrative surrounding Penn State football and his thoughts on Saturday's game. Then we hear from Brian in Northern Va. before the Sporting News' Mike DeCourcy joins the show.
Mike returns to the show to discuss the Big Ten bringing all the teams to the Big Ten men's basketball tournament; his thoughts on Penn State and Oregon and the Clemson situation; then we discuss some U.S. National team men's soccer.
Steve talks some MLB and then is joined by Matt Catrillo for some Tush Push talk; then the Chief joins the show to discuss Shikellamy football and Todd talks Seals-Williamsport.
Steve talks the Mike Gundy firing and is firing coaches at this time of season the right move; then NBC Sports' Todd Blackledge joins the show.
Steve is joined by former Penn State quarterback Todd Blackledge now of NBC Sports to discuss last week's Indiana-Illinois game and this week's White Out game at Penn State.
Oregon play by play voice Jerry Allen join us to discuss the Ducks before Saturday's game: Dante Moore's improvement; the tight end; the running game; his thoughts on coming to Penn State and the growth of Oregon football over the years.
Steve is joined by Jack Ham to discuss the White Out game in the first segment; the Oregon play by play voice Jerry Allen joins us.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong to discuss the Tush Push, the Steelers vs. Patriots and Steelers vs. Vikings; then we discuss more Eagles, Ravens Lions and officiating in football.
Neal joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the Tush Push controversy, the Steelers win over New England; and this week's trip to Dublin to face Vikings.
Steve talks the Monday night game between the Ravens vs. Lions; then in the second segment: Jaxon Dart is starting for the Giants; Mike Gundy out at Oklahoma State and rate of return on NIL deals.
Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle joins the show for some Penn State and college football discussion; then we talk Bruce Pearl resignation and when the heck does college basketball practice start.
Rich joins the show to discuss all things college football: we start with his thoughts on Oregon, then some general thoughts on this past weekend around college football; then Steve and Rich discuss how much concern should Penn State fans have this week.
Steve talks some Penn State-Oregon to start the show; then we discuss the Eagles game from yesterday; In the second segment, we discuss the weekend in college football (Clemson), Syracuse and Illinois and Indiana.
Steve is joined by Adam Rittenberg of ESPN to discuss all things Big Ten football and then the King returns to the show.
Adam Rittenberg of ESPN joins the show to discuss all things Big Ten Football: Steve and Adam talk Illinois-Indiana; Iowa-Rutgers; USC and Michigan State; and some thoughts on Oregon
Rob joins the show to discuss the Steelers: the run defense and hope for later in the season; Aaron Rodgers and his thoughts on the game with the Patriots.
Steve is joined by Rob King of the Pittsburgh Steelers Radio Network to discuss the season so far and Sunday's game with the Patriots; Then Steve discuss the release of the Big Ten basketball schedule and why can't the league give fans tipoff times.
Steve is joined by Nate Bauer of on3.com for a discussion of Penn State football and then we discuss some Oregon football and a George Paterno story.
Nate Bauer joins the show to discuss all things Penn State football on the bye week: what he got out of talking with the Jim Knowles and Justin Lustig earlier this week; Nate's thoughts on the offense and defense; Offensive problems are more mental than physical.
Steve starts the show with a discussion on the new transfer portal rules that coming with one portal in Jan. Then the Chief Dave Ritchie joins the show for the High School football roundtable with some Shikellamy and Selinsgrove talk.
We talk in the first half hour about officiating procedure calls, Iowa-Rutgers on Friday and college sports realignment; then Chris Wheeler joins the show for some Phillies and PSU football talk.
Former Phillies announcer Chris Wheeler joins the show to discuss the Phillies playoff push and their prospects for the postseason; then Chris quizzes Steve on the White Out game.
Steve talks about the Tush Push, and why he's against it; but not for the reasons you might think; then Steve discusses the Phillies and Dodgers and some MLB thoughts.
Neal Coolong joins the show to discuss the Steelers and the loss to the Seahakws; then we talk some college sports.
Steve and Neal discuss the Steelers loss to the Seahawks: what in the world was Kaleb Johnson thinking and the consequences; How the offense has played? Stopping the run; grading Aaron Rodgers.
We open with some high school football talk and quarterback injuries; then Matt Catrillo joins the show; then we talk some college football.
We talk Penn State football with Mark Wogenrich of Penn State at SI.com and then Steve talks some pro football injuries and then gives his thoughts on the Nittany Lions so far this season.
We talk to Mark about the first three Penn State games; his thoughts on Villanova game; Drew Allar's play and Nick Singleton's early season; Thoughts on the first three weeks of the national college football scene; the special teams; the upcoming Penn State bye week.
We had some technical difficulties to start as Todd opens the show, the Steve talks the UCLA and Virginia Tech situations in the first segment; then Steve talks the Tush Push TD from Sunday in the Eagles game, and missing the false start.
Steve discusses the Penn State football and the upcoming bye week; then the King rejoins the show.
Todd joins the show to talk all things Phillies; dealing with the loss of Wheeler; knowing your role on Philadelphia; how the pitching will set up for the postseason.
For more on the Phils listen to the Phillies Show:
https://open.spotify.com/show/5C2b3EgSBuzQv0ysVA1mnq
Glenn joins the show to discuss Villanova football; what to look for a Beaver Stadium on Saturday; the Wildcats approach to the game and the role of football on campus.
Steve is joined by Glenn Papazian of Philly College Sports.com to discuss Villanova football and then Todd Zolecki of MLB.com joins the show to discuss the Phillies.
Steve is joined by Steelers' color man Max Starks in the first segment and Lions 24/7's Mark Brennan in the second segment.
Steve and Mark talk some Penn State football: Communication issues on defense; offensive issues on third down and the offensive line; the importance of the bye week and the transfer WRs.
Steelers color voice Max Starks joins the show to discuss the Steelers: Steve and Max discuss evaluating teams in Sept.; Aaron Rodgers performance; the Steelers defense; Running the ball on both sides of the ball for Pittsburgh; some thoughts on the Seahawks and the importance of Chris Boswell.
Steve talks could old-time athletes compete today; and then we talk some Penn State-Villanova and the Chief joins the show for the High School Football roundtable.
Steve talks some NHL expansion and teams in the 70s and then we discuss Penn State football and what must improve against Villanova.
Steve's back from QB club and we discuss a variety of sports news in the first half hour including the latest gambling scandal in college sports
Merrill Reese joins the show to discuss the Eagles-Cowboys game: his thoughts on the offense and the defense; and the synergy in the Eagles organization.
Steve is joined by two guests in hour 2: Neal Coolong to discuss NFL week one and the Steelers-Jets and Eagles play by play voice Merrill Reese joins the show.
Neal drops by to discuss the Bills-Ravens game; what can we really learn from week one in the NFL and his thoughts on Steelers-Jets.
Doug joins Steve to discuss Bucknell's first two games of the season and Saturday's home opener with VMI. They discuss QB Ralph Rucker; the Running game; the defense and some thoughts on VMI.
Steve opens with his thoughts on Penn State-Florida International game, and then Matt Catrillo joins the show. The second segment is Doug Birdsong, the voice of Bucknell, on the Bison's home opener at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday with VMI.
Steve talks a little more on Jalen Carter, then talks patience andKhalil Dinkins then the King joins us in the second segment
Steve discusses the Eagles-Cowboys game and another Jalen Carter incident; then in second segment, the college games that interest Steve and Doug from Wellsboro calls.
The first segment Steve and Bob Flouders of pennlive.com discuss Penn State football; then Steve discusses his thoughts on the Penn State schedule.
Bob Flouders of pennlive.com joins the show to discuss last week's Penn State game and his thoughts on the 2025 season: Steve and Bob discuss general thoughts on last Sat.; the early-season schedule; The play of the WRs; Dani Dennis-Sutton's play; the two linebackers and the secondary.
Steve talks some Spikes championship game and then we talk ESPN hyping young college players too much. Then in the second segment we have our high school football roundtable and some FIU talk.
Jody Mac joins the show to discuss the Eagles-Cowboys game and some Phillies; then We discuss streaming and when will be too much be too much
Jody Mac joins the show to discuss the Eagles-Cowboys game on Thursday; thoughts on the Eagles' season; Jody gives his thoughts on the Parsons deal; then we discuss the Phillies without Zach Wheeler in the postseason.
We talk to Neal Coolong and then Steve discusses the Eagles-Cowboys on Thursday along with the brawl that ended the State College-Williamsport game on Tuesday night.
Steve talks more about the college football weekend and the Neal Coolong joins the show.
Neal joins the show to discuss the Steelers opener with the Jets; the passing game with Aaron Rodgers; the running game; Neal thoughts on Micah Parsons trade and the Deron Bland signing.
Steve talks a little PSU-Nevada then Matt hops on in the first segment; then Steve gives his thoughts on Saturday's game with the Wolfpack and the other big college football games from the weekend.
T Frank discusses the Penn State young players before the season; some things to look for in the new Penn State defense; talk on the PSU running backs.
Steve is joined by on3.com's/Blue White Illustrated's Thomas Frank Carr in the first segment to talk some PSU young players and the game with Nevada; then Steve talks about how great a Friday night during football season is in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro hops on to discuss sports and its impact on our state: Meeting the Johnstown Little League champions and coaching Little League himself; The role of sports in the state; how the coaches in the state impact students and what he learns from walking around Penn State tailgates.
A fun conversation between Governor Shapiro and Steve.
We talk hockey coming to Beaver Stadium and the Micah Parsons trade; then we are joined by Governor Josh Shapiro for fun conversation about sports and Pennsylvania; then in the second segment we talk some college football from Thursday night and Kyle Schwarber's big night for the Phillies.
Steve is joined by David Eckert of the Austin American-Statesman in the opening segment and Matt Catrillo joins us in the second segment.
David joins Steve to discuss the University of Texas football team and this weekend's Texas-Ohio State game.
Chris joins us to talk the Wolfpack before Saturday's game: Chubba Purdy at QB; the RBs; defensive replacements and other thoughts on Saturday.
Steve talks some sports news and then Chris Murray of Nevada Sports Net joins us in the final 10 minutes of the first segment to preview the Wolfpack. Then its our high school football roundtable.
Neal Coolong joins the show in the first segement; then we discuss the Phillies postseason hopes and can the Mets catch them.
Neal discusses Steelers cut down day and if there were any surprises; and what moves the Steelers could make to improve the team before the season begins. Then we discuss the Browns QB and the Vikings trade to get Adam Thielen back from Panthers.
Steve talks with Mike Poorman from State College.com, then we discuss some news from cutdown day and why the Browns third-string QB is so important to ESPN.
Steve talks the SEC expanding to 9 conference games and some Crosscutters-Spikes talk from a night ago; then the King joins the show in the final segment.
Nick Farabaugh of pennlive.com joins the show after the Steelers' final preseason game on Thursday night. We talk the Derek Harmon injury; the TEs and RBs; a drama-free Steelers' camp and some guys Nick looking at on the bottom of the roster.
Steve talks various things in the first segment: gambling; some Little League stories; and Jack Ham's talk to the Penn State team; then Nick Farabaugh of pennlive.com about the Steelers.
Steve talks some Penn State football, and what the schedule is for the team until next Friday, and some thoughts on practice so far; then we talk Northwestern and Pat Fitzgerald settling their court case.
Steve discusses open playoffs in the high school sports, and talks deserve vs. earn; then we have our first high school sports roundtable in the second segment; then some discussion on MLB TV contract.
Greg Pickel of on3.com and Blue White Illustrated joins the show in the first segment to talk football and wrestling. Then we talk Beaver Stadium expansion.
Greg joins the show to discuss his impressions from Pat Kraft's press conference on Tuesday and Beaver Stadium expansion along with his thoughts on the practices he's seen this preseason. Then Greg and Steve discuss Penn State wrestling and the success of the U.S. U20 team.
Steve talks some Penn State football as preseason workouts transition into Nevada workouts, then we discuss sports gambling.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the first segment for some Steelers and NFL discussion; then Matt Catrillo joins the show to talk some Eagles, Yankees and the University of Michigan.
Neal joins the show to discuss the interior of the Steelers' offensive line and the problems its struggles portend; Then they discuss the Browns QB race; what in the world are the Bengals doing and J.J. McCarthy as the Vikings QB
Steve talks to new training area at Penn State and some quarterback news around college football; a Johnny Most story ; and more college football
Steve talks the Michigan case from Friday and makes his case for postseason punishment and why the NCAA was so toothless; then We end the day talking Zach Wheeler and if the Phillies can overcome it, and how many pitchers do you feel comfortable that could win two games in a MLB playoff series in 2025.
Ryan and Steve discuss all of the tailgates, parties and get togethers that the Penn State Alumni Association sponsors this season.
For more information: alumni.psu.edu
Steve opens the show discussing the injury this weekend to Zach Wheeler; then we talk some Penn State football and Ohio State named its QB; Then Ryan Jones of the Alumni Association joins the show.
Steve is joined by Missi Matthews of the Pittsburgh Steelers' Radio Network to discuss her thoughts on the preseason; then the King joins the show to wrap up the week.
We get Missi thought's so far on Pittsburgh's training camp: her thoughts on Aaron Rodgers; some guys she feels are going to help the Steelers: one obvious (Jaylen Ramsey) and one not so (Peyton Wilson) and her thoughts on the RB situation.
Bob joins us from the airport to discuss everything in the MLB: Mariners-Mets are coming to Williamsport; The greatness of the Brewers and some Phillies talk,
Steve and Frank discuss the Michigan punishment; then discuss the Penn State Nittany Lions; Some over thoughts on the upcoming season; how Frank keeps the reader interested at this point in the preseason; Some Back up QB talk; who steps in for Tyler Warren.
A two-guest first hour and some discussion on the Michigan punishment: Frank Bodani of York Daily Record to discuss some Penn State and Bob Nightengale of USA Today to discuss some MLB.
Steve discusses MLS and Apple TV and why smaller leagues have trouble breaking through in the U.S. because the bigger sports calendar's keep expanding; then we discuss some college football and PSU.
Steve does a deep dive into Michigan scandal and what he thinks might happen on Friday to the Wolverines. Why its important, and why not much will probably happen. We use that as a jumping off point on why the NCAA refuses to punish programs after the Penn State debacle in 2012.
Steve catches up with some news around the sports world, including Chop Robinson appears to be okay after an injury scare on Wednesday morning and some discussion on Chaz Campbell from Penn State camp; then Eagles insider Dave Spadaro joins the show to discuss training camp.
Steve catches up with Dave after the Eagles practice with the Browns: they discuss Landon Dickerson and his injury; some of the things that Dave has been impressed with in camp; Eagles RB depth; Tanner McKee; Cooper DeJean
Mike joins the show to discuss some of his recent articles: MLB Salary Cap; thoughts on the AP Top 25 poll and some things Mike is looking for the college football season.
Steve talks ESPN and not talking about the Brewers which are 27-5 over their last 32 games, and we give some love to Andrew Vaughn, then Steve is joined by Mike DeCourcy to discuss some baseball and college football.
Steve discusses Penn State's No. 2-ranking in the AP poll and how the polls don't mean as much as they once did because of the playoff; The New era of college football and later, we talk some Penn State and Dick from Milton phones in.
Steve opens with the Reds strange start time and the problems TV has with the pitch clock before Matt Catrillo joins the show to talk the Yankees swoon. Then we jump into the hard job GMs have and the fact that Brian Cashman had had the Yankees' GM job for 27 years; then some baseball strategy
Steve is joined by Nate Bauer of on3.com to talk PSU 10 practices into the fall; then we discuss the weekend in MLB; female umpire Jen Pawol and the struggles in New York between the Mets and the Yanks.
Nate Bauer of on3.com joins the show to discuss Penn State football 10 practices into the spring. Nate's impressions of camp so far; thoughts on the new group of WRs; Daryus Dixon in the secondary; Nate's impressions of Jim Knowles and Knowles and Andy Kotelnicki working together.
Football season is getting closer: Steve takes a look at the Nittany Lions through 10 preseason practices so far; then Steve discusses the current college football schedule; The NCAA has heard all the opinions now its time to make a decision says Steve.
Steve discusses Anthony Richardson's injury for the Colts and its a jumping off point on NCAA performance and NFL success; then Steve tells an Anthony Morelli story; The King joins the show in the 2nd segment.
Steve asks about Paul Skenes to start, and then Steve and Rob discuss prepping for a preseason game; Aaron Rodgers schedule for the preseason; Kaleb Johnson; Steelers D; Travis Hunter; wide receivers and offensive line issues.
Steve talks how important depth is going to be for Penn State football and some guys deeper on the roster he likes this season; the Steelers' radio voice Rob King joins the show to discuss all things Steelers and some thoughts on Paul Skenes.
Steve talks the current media landscape and can it be changed? Then we talks some NFL news
Brett McMurphy of on3.com joins the show to discuss Georgia at No. 1 and the 8 teams Brett feels could win the national championship; His thoughts on the Big 10's plan for the National championship playoffs and some things he learned from media days around the country.
Steve talks yesterday's Purdy Golf Tournament and some thoughts on Penn State football practice; then on3.com's Brett McMurphy joins the show to discuss all things college football.
Ray Didinger joins Steve and Jon Sauber from the Centre Daily Times talks Penn State Football.
Matt Catrillo shows his frustration with the Yankees and Steve and "The Suit" talk about the Little League World Series experience.
Tony and Steve talk a wide variety of things in the business of sports: They start with the NCAA Tournament and college football; ESPN's direct to consumer channel; The view on the West Coast of the Big Ten expansion after a year; WNBA negotiations; LIV and PGA Tour; and a quick Savannah Bananas fact at the end.
Rich joins us to discuss Saturday's media day for Penn State football; his thoughts on Beaver Stadium expansion; his take aways from Saturday; The offensive line; Jim Knowles and his effects on defense.
Steve talks all the news from the weekend and media day at Penn State; then Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins us to discuss media day and his thoughts on the upcoming Penn State football season.
State College.com's Mike Poorman joins the show to discuss all things Penn State football; then Bob from Hanover has some stadium questions; Micah Parsons' hold out and the NFL-ESPN TV deal
Mike Poorman joins the show to discuss all things Penn State football; the expectations; the back-up quarterback situation; the offensive line; the linebacking corps and some stadium talk.
John joins us to talk trade deadline and Pirates moves. The trades; what Ben Cherington was thinking in yesterday's press conference; where do the Pirates go from here.
Steve is joined by John Perrotto to talk all things Pirates at the deadline; their moves; their plan, and where they go from there. Then we talk a little more MLB deadline; Ed from Milton checks in and then we talk some Blue Band.
Steve discusses more about the Major League Baseball deadline; Penn State vs. Pitt men's hoops in Hershey; And some NFL talk
Steve talks the Major League baseball deadline; keep you updated on all the moves and we give some thoughts on the Phils' moves on Thursday. Then we talk a little bit about first day of Penn State football practice.
Steve is joined by Chris Wheeler to discuss Dick Allen, Ryne Sandberg and some Penn State football; then Steve discusses announcing.
Wheels joins the show to discuss Dick Allen into the Hall of Fame; the death of Ryne Sandberg; some talk about the Phillies; then Wheels quizzes Steve about the upcoming Penn State football season.
Jon did an outstanding in-depth story on the life of James Franklin, and some of things that drive coach: https://www.centredaily.com/sports/college/penn-state-university/psu-football/article311473592.html
Jon and Steve also discuss the start of Fall practice and some things to watch for over the next few weeks.
Steve is joined by Jon Sauber of the Centre Daily Times to discuss Jon's story on James Franklin and the first day of Penn State fall practice; then we discuss the Purdy Golf Tournament and Penn State practice
Neal Coolong joins us in the first segment to discuss covering training camp and what to look for in team analysis; then Steve discusses Showboating vs. Celebration
Neal joins us for his weekly appearance: Steve and Neal discuss keeping training camp statistics; covering training camp; keeping the fans perspective when covering the Steelers.
Steve discusses some Major League Baseball and then Matt Catrillo joins us...Then in the second segment, Steve gives us a sense of Penn State practice schedule over the next few weeks.
Steve discusses the gambling case in Cleveland and the effect on the trade market; then We talk Skenes, the Pirates and what the Pirates could do to be competitive.
Ray Didinger joins the show to discuss his book the Eagles Encyclopedia which comes out in October (pre order here: https://www.amazon.com/Eagles-Encyclopedia-Champions-II/dp/1439927782/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.s8cpQpmIbCCcn95E5VyFI5GX1jwjz0fN6NFBInG0rsgcREi_3h4TW4RDUm7tII-n3FxEDls1fTI4-2DyvXbiW1BSdrI6QLy2ZV3Gf18eQBJv2QxqVGy-deUL8uFbV6CKrCBSoZb3Uc77sEBXYVAQX81kXHVc5HAOwcQjZy7-jcpYWZ4eRC2LnTvNX3DXZlAtC4m3xkYetLitE-OlVGx24AvqdECdjdsaP0nC8TZBl38.TW-UgvHrj9rE91BPP1-WytkhkIS4xgRnDe-f-F8i3J4&dib_tag=se&keywords=Eagles+Encyclopedia&qid=1753728727&sr=8-1)
We also dicuss the Eagles chances for this season.
Steve is joined by Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Didinger to discuss his book Eagles Encyclopedia, and the upcoming Eagles' season; then Steve discusses the opening of Fall practice this week for the football team.
Steve is joined by Adam Rittenberg to discuss Big Ten Media days; then The King returns for some conversation.
ESPN's Adam Rittenberg joins us to discuss Big Ten Media Days; his thoughts on Tony Petitti's College Football Playoff; his thoughts on Coach James Franklin's press conference and the middle of the Big Ten might be better.
Steve discusses the playoff format proposed at Big Ten Media Day and then we discuss MLB and the trade deadline.
Steve talks some of the discussion coming out of Big Ten media day and the Tony Petitti's proposal still includes a 1 vs. 2 matchup in the Big Ten title game; then the Pittsburgh Post Gazette's Gerry Dulac joins us to discuss some golf and the opening of Steelers' training camp.
Steve and Gerry discuss Scottie Scheffler's performance and Rory McIlroy; then we do a deep dive into the Steelers as training camp opens: The T.J. Watt extension; The offensive line and some things Gerry is looking at during camp this year.
Steve and Jody discuss the Phillies at the trade deadline; the 76ers off season; Eagles entering training camp and the NFC East and a tip for the Derby next year.
Steve talks some Major League Baseball; then Jody MacDonald joins the show to discuss all things in Philly sports and maybe even an early Derby tip for next year.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong to discuss all things Steelers inlcuding the TJ Watt extension and some things to watch as camp opens on Wednesday. Then Steve talks more about the Big Ten's plan for the CFP.
Neal joins us to talk the T.J. Watt extensions and its ramifications for the Steelers and around the league. We talk some position groups that he's interested in as training camp starts on Wednesday and some Will Howard and special teams talk.
Steve talks the College Football playoff format and the start of Big Ten Media Day; then Matt joins the show to discuss the Yankees and other things that make him angry.
Nate Bauer of Blue White Illustrated is back to talk all things Penn State men's hoops and football; then Steve talks about being sick of talking $, and ready to talk football.
Steve is back from vacation, and we talks some Major League Baseball including the Yankees, then we talk the WNBA's Labor issues
Nate returns to the show to talk some Penn State basketball and the Penn State football team. We discuss what he saw at hoops last week and his thoughts on the team. Then we discuss the PSU football team and the Blue White Illustrated preview issue out next week.
Steve and Todd continue their college sports discussion in the first segment; then the King makes his return in the second segment
T. Frank joins the show for an interesting discussion about the Penn State offense: what formation was best for the Nittany Lions last year for explosive plays; how do they distribute the ball without Tyler Warren; Allar's improvements; Trebor Pena's impact on the offense.
Thomas Frank Carr of Blue White Illustrated and Steve have an interesting conversation about Penn State's offense and Steve and Todd discuss how the NCAA can make college sports better.
Steve is joined by Nick Farabaugh of pennlive in the first segment for a discussion of the Steelers and then Steve and Bob Nightengale of USA Today about the Major League Baseball season.
Bob joins Steve to take us around Major League baseball before the all-star break: Which teams might be buyers and sellers? What teams like the Phils and Yanks could be looking for and some of Bob's thoughts on the season so far.
Nick Farabaugh of pennlive.com joins the show to discuss the Steelers: We talk the Jalen Ramsey trade, and take a 20,000-foot view of the Steelers before training camp starts and then Nick tell us what he's looking for when training camp opens.
Steve talks more NCAA sports, and what could be coming down the horizon, and Congress might be getting involved.
Steve talks some Phillies, then Penn State Hockey's giant signing for next season; then we talk some Big 12 Media Days.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the first segment to discuss the NFL possibly renegotiating its TV contract; then Steve gets back to discussing the NCAA and the upcoming season: Steve is ready to talk about games.
Neal and Steve discuss the possibility of the NFL opting out of its TV contract and what the union might want for an 18th regular-season game.
Steve talks the College Football Playoff, expansion, the Big Ten's plan and the pros and cons...We continue the conversation into the second segment and discuss the expansion of the NCAA men's basketball tournament.
We talk some Major League Draft League baseball and the second half and you still have to deal with sports parents at that Penn State-level; And some WNBA expansion talk
We have an in-depth College Football preview with Phil Steele: why Penn State is his No. 1 team;;;some talk about the Big Ten (Ohio State, Michigan, Indiana); the SEC; scheduling and roster retention; the ACC and the Big 12.
Steve is joined by Phil Steele to open the show to discuss all things College Football, including why Phil's preseason No. 1 is the Nittany Lions; then we discuss Beaver Stadium construction
Steve talks Luis Ortiz, Malik Beasley and more gambling problems in professional sports; then we talk practice habits
We get you prepped for a three-day weekend; we talk some of the current sports news of the day; and some thoughts on college football expansion; then we talk about a new transfer portal coming next week.
Steve talks Youth Sports and what we've lost in organizing them; then Steve discusses NFL's All Bag Hall of Fame
Steve is joined in the first hour by Neal Coolong to discuss the trade between the Dolphins and Steelers; then Steve talks how his job has changed in this new era of college sports.
Neal joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the Steelers-Dolphins trade from Monday: the fit at TE; where might Jalen Ramsey play
Coach Griffin joins the show to discuss the new world in the NCAA that starts today and how Bucknell will deal with it; then Steve and coach discuss the Bucknell team how is constructed today; some the new leaders and why European recruits are different.
Steve opens the show talking that paying athletes begins today with the NCAA and Matt is a bit late for his segment. Then in the second half hour, Bucknell men's basketball coach John Griffin joins us.
July 1st is here tomorrow and Steve discusses the start of paying players by the schools; we talk some more Steelers and WNBA expansion.
We open the week with Dick Jerardi on the death of famed horse trainer D. Wayne Lukas; then we discuss the Pirates sweep of the Mets and the Steelers trade for Jalen Ramsey and send Mikah Fitzpatrick South.
Steve talks Ace Bailey's decision to not come to Utah; then we talk some miscellaneous things in the final segment
Tim joins the show to discuss all things MLB: Cal Raleigh; the Rockies situations; the Tigers; the Rays and the A's and a surprise team to watch in the second half.
Steve is joined by ESPN's Tim Kurkjian in the first segment; then we discuss how the NCAA and the Conferences are looking to expansion of games to make some money for the House settlement.
Steve talks the debacle that was ESPN's coverage of the draft on Wednesday night and the the upcoming release of EA Sports' College Football 26 and Yanic Konan Niederhauser's big moment to wrap up the show.
Jon joins the show to discuss Yanic Konan Niederhauser being drafted along with its impact on the Nittany Lions; then Steve and Jon discuss the NCAA adding a 32nd game to the basketball schedule and some general college sports talk.
Penn State had its first-ever NBA first-round draft pick of the modern era, and Steve talks Yanic Konan Niederhauser improvement over the last year and what it means to the PSU program; then Jon Sauber of the CDT joins the show to discuss Yanic; the new 32-game men's basketball schedule and NCAA Tournament expansion.
We talk more NCAA hoops, the change to scheduling games and some talk on how school schedule basketball
Steve talks tonight's NBA Draft: PSU staff going to New York with Yanic Konan Niederhauser, Ace Bailey situation; Then we discuss NCAA basketball tournament expansion.
Steve talks Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers' plan, then we get a call from Ed from Milton. Neal Coolong joins the show in the second segment for more Rodgers and Steelers talk along with some other things going on in the NFL.
Neal joins the show to discuss Aaron Rodgers announcement this afternoon about playing just one more year and why the Steelers are making the move. Then we talk the Bengals and what's going on with their first-round pick.
We spend some time with Matt Catrillo and the NBA Draft to open the show; then talk more NBA draft and Josh Shapiro comments or lack of comment this week on sports stadiums
We spend the first segment talking the Thunder championship and the Haliburton injury and then we discuss Iowa women's basketball lost how much $?
Nate joins the show to give his thoughts on the Xavier Lucas case and the state of college sports; recruiting problems for PSU and roster retention; What Nate thinks might be coming on the horizon for college sports.
Steve talks the Xavier Lucas lawsuit that broke late Friday where Wisconsin is suing the University of Miami for tampering, then Nate Bauer of Blue White Illustrated joins us to discuss college sports, PSU football and some PSU hoops.
Steve tells a story about Dick Jerardi's brother and we talk some golf, wondering what's going on with Rory; then we talk that Wisconsin sued the University of Miami over Xavier Lucas.
Steve and Todd discuss the NBA Finals and the upcoming NBA draft; then we talk the Athletic's article on college football officiating.
Steve discusses some traditions in high school and college football; have we put too much emphasis on winning titles; this freaking weather and some stories from Steve's career.
John Perrotto of pittsburghbaseballnow joins the show to discuss the Devers trade; some Pirates talk (Skenes, the owner and the trade deadline); Steve and John discuss the Dodgers and a team that surprised John this season.
Steve is joined by pittsburghbaseballnow's John Perrotto to discuss Major League Baseball and the Pirates; then Steve discusses the state of the newspaper business and the discussions of the college football playoff.
Steve is joined by Scott Lauber to talk all things Phillies in the first segment; then Steve and Todd discuss the Stanley Cup and other things
Scott joins the show to discuss all things Phillies: what happened in Miami with Nick Castellanos and Rob Thompson; Phillies at the trade deadline; his thoughts on the Mets; the Balance of the National League and the third wild card effecting the trade deadline
Steve is out for the first segment so it's Todd running the show and Matt Catrillo talk about the U.S. Open. Then after some technical difficulties, Steve talks about where he was, doing an podcast with Lavar Arrington.
Neal Coolong joins Steve in the first segment to discuss Ryan Clark's comments on Aaron Rodgers and Mike Tomlin; DeShon Elliot and Kansas City and Cleveland Stadium situations; then Steve discusses NBA player evaluation and some 1980 Russian-USA hockey
Neal joins the show to discuss his thoughts on Ryan Clark saying Mike Tomlin and Aaron Rodgers have had 'disappointing careers'; the DeShon Elliot extension and some thoughts on possible new stadiums in Kansas City and Cleveland.
Steve talks last night's NBA finals game and the problems the NBA is having drawing viewers to its championship series. Then we talk about the SEC releasing its schedule and why the BIG 10 can't do the same.
Steve is joined by Mike Decourcy to talk his thoughts on the House Settlement and some of the new rules in college basketball; then Gerry Dulac joins the show to discuss the this past weekend's U.S. Open golf tournament
Gerry spent most of the last seven days at Oakmont Country Club for the U.S. Open and before he take a long-deserved nap, he joins us to talk J.J. Spaun after the rain delay; why Spaun's putt might be the best thing he's seen on a Majors golf course and lots of other thoughts from this weekend.
Mike joins the show to discuss all things House settlement including his thoughts on why it probably doesn't change much; then some discussion on some new rules on college men's basketball; Mike is a soccer fan; Can the NCAA take anything from soccer on how to run its business?
Steve talks the U.S. Open and J.J. Spaun; then we talk the Rafael Devers trade to the Giants and the NBA finals
John Sauber, Centre Daily Times, talking college and Penn State Football, plus Neal Coolong looks at the Steelers new QB addition.
Steve and T. Frank discuss the Drew Allar and the difference in Drew between Jan. and now and what that might mean for the Penn State offense in the fall; the back-up quarterback situation; Jim Knowles’ D and some things to look for when the season starts; Who might fill the pass rusher role now that Granville is hurt.
Steve talks some more stories from the U.S. Open; pressure athletes face and how much gambling plays a role in that pressure; then Steve is joined by T. Frank Carr for some PennState football talk.
Steve talks some U.S. Open golf and some things he saw yesterday at Oakmont; then Matt joins the show; in the second segment: it's some NCAA talk and what's coming with the House settlement
More from the US Open at Oakmont as Steve talks with Bryson DeChambeau and Scottie Scheffler.
Steve is at the US Open in Oakmont talking with Jon Rahm and Rory McIlroy. Plus a look at how the rain and weather will impact the Open with Garrett Bastardi.
Steve talks with Neal Coolong in the first segment to discuss the Aaron Rodgers signing, T.J. Watt and Steelers' weaknesses heading into training camp; Steve discusses his reason for not teaching anymore after this past semester; Major League 2 and a Buddy Biancalana reference
Neal joins the show to discuss the Aaron Rodgers signing, what exactly is going on with TJ Watt and how Neal thinks it ends; then some talk on what the Steelers' weakness are entering training camp.
Greg joins the show to discuss the Elevate deal with Penn State; a long discussion on how House will affect the Penn State wrestling program and NCAA wrestling overall; then some football talk
Steve talks some about the Stanley Cup Final last night and some more talk about the House Settlement. Then Greg Pickel of On3.com joins the show to discuss Penn State wrestling and football.
Steve spends more on the topic of the day: the House Settlement from Friday and what it means for college sports.
Steve talks the NBA Finals to open the show, then we do a deep dive into the House Settlement, and Doug from Wellsboro calls with some questions.
Sweeny Murti of MLB.com joins Steve to discuss some Major League baseball; then the King joins the show.
MLB.com's Sweeny Murti joins the show to discuss last weekend's Dodgers-Yankees series; Aaron Judge and Shoei Ohtani's greatness and some thoughts on the current state of the game.
Dick Jerardi and Steve break down Saturday's Belmont Stakes: Journalism's chances after running all three Triple Crown races; Sovereignty returns after winning Derby and skipping Preakness; and some bets that Dick likes this weekend
Steve opens the show talking Oregon's injury at wide receiver; Aaron Rodgers finally signed with Steelers; Death of some former Penn State greats; then we are joined by Dick Jerardi to discuss Saturday's Belmont Stakes
Steve is joined by Nick Farabaugh of pennlive.com to discuss all things Steelers and then we dive deeper into the Stanley Cup and NBA Finals.
pennlive.com Steelers beat writer Nick Farabaugh joins the show to discuss some of things he's learned from OTAs: WR Gabe Davis visits; QB Will Howard getting more comfortable; Mason Rudolph; Nick's thoughts on the Aaron Rodgers saga; T.J. Watt's contract; Derek Harmon; Rookie RB working on pass pro.
Steve opens the show talking the season-ending injury to Max Granville and some of the possible replacements; then we talk the NBA finals and why this matchup is great on the court, it might not be a great draw on TV.
Steve talks this might be the last U.S. Open for Phil; Pens hire a new coach; Ryan Day thoughts on the Playoff make-up and why 105 roster spots isn't good for football; then we are joined by Ryan Snyder of on3.com to discuss all things Penn State recruiting.
Steve and Ryan have an in-depth discussion of Penn State football recruiting: Recruiting season is never-ending; Penn State's early verbals; How Penn State's June camps have gone from Individual to 7V7; Same names and position groups to keep an eye for over this month.
Jon joins the show to discuss the House settlement; Penn State men's basketball's future; the upcoming football season; a deep dive into the new WR room; some defensive talk and what Jon is looking for out of the next six weeks before fall practice begins.
Steve talks U.S. Open at Oakmont next week; LIV vs. PGA; tonight's Stanley Cup Final and Penn State football and the media; then the Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber joins the show to talk Penn State hoops and football
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the first segment to discuss NFL news and some Pittsburgh Steelers; then in the second segment: Animal House and the Knicks fire Tom Thibodeau
Neal and Steve discuss the retirement of Frank Ragnow and it's effect on the Lions; The QB situations in New Orleans and Cleveland and how it might relate to Aaron Rodgers; How good is Mason Rudolph?
Steve is joined by Matt Catrillo to discuss some Yankees and college sports; then Steve discusses the legacy of Bill Zimfer at Penn State and then Steve and Todd discuss the college football playoff and the scheduling practices of the SEC
Steve is joined by Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Didinger in the first segment to talk the Eagles and some other NFL news; then Steve breaks down the NHL and NBA finals which both open this week.
We catch up with Pro Football Hall of Famer writer Ray Didinger to discuss the Eagles off-season; the Eagles D, why Quinyon Mitchell might be even better this year; we talk Frank Ragnow's retirement and the Aaron Rodgers saga; then we wrap up with the Eagles season-after the Super Bowl history
Steve talks the weekend in sports: Midd-West grad Griffen Paige eliminates the top-seed in NCAA baseball as a lefty for Wright State; some transfer portal talk for Penn State hoops and coaching salaries in the college sports;
In the second segment: we talk the end of Inside the NBA on TNT and the retirement of the Detroit Lions All-Pro center.
Steve and Todd discuss the SEC comments this week about strength of schedule and wanting a new way of picking teams for the College Football Playoff, then we are joined by the King in the second segment.
Mark joins Steve to discuss the state of college sports and college football; what Mark thinks of the 5+11 model for the CFP; Then Mark and Steve discuss the expectations for Penn State football and the White Out game with Oregon.
Steve discusses Penn State losing an important staffer to the New York Jets, then we discuss the NBA and NHL playoffs; in the second segment Mark Wogrenrich joins the show to discuss college sports and Penn State football.
Steve talks a little Penn State football and wanting to be around expectations; then in the second half hour, we discuss expansion of the NCAA men's basketball tournament.
Nate joins the show to discuss Yanic Konan Niederhauser's decision to stay in NBA draft and what it means for Penn State men's basketball; where do the Lions go from here?
Steve talks the Penn State football TV schedule and Matt Catrillo joins the show to discuss college sports' issues; Nate Bauer then joins us to discuss Yanic Konan Niederhauser and the future of Penn State men's basketball.
Steve and Todd discuss more college sports - why Steve has come around to collective bargaining and why Notre Dame still has so much power in the second segment
Steve and Todd are sick of the weather at the start; then we begin a long discussion on the College Football Playoff; changes to the format; what exactly could be happening in college sports.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong to discuss the Steelers QB situation and contract situations; then some talk about the NBA playoffs in the second segment
Neal joins the show to discuss the Steelers' quarterback situation (Rodgers or Cousins)
The Death of Bob Irsay Jr. and his legacy as Colts owner
Then a discussion on Steelers' contract issues, including Neal thoughts on T.J. Watt and his contract
We open the show with a golf story from Steve's weekend; Then we discuss the proposals by Big Ten and SEC and CFP.
Steve is joined by USA Today's Bob Nightengale in the first segment to discuss all things Major League Baseball; then the King joins the show in the second hour
Bob Nightengale joins the show to discuss all things in MLB: Why are the Rockies so bad? Why having so many bad teams is bad for baseball; Would the Pirates ever trade Paul Skenes; Some talk on the Tigers, Dodgers and some teams Bob expects to make a move in the standings before July 4.
We talk some Indy 500 and the Pirates scoring five runs for the first time in 26 games..then in the second segment, we discuss the Rockies and Gregg Wetzel pops in returning from Shippensburg.
Steve discusses why something like the Indy 500 isn't as popular, and the College Football Playoff has made a major change. Straight seeding for the top 12 teams.
Todd joins Steve to discuss all things Phillies: the Weather this spring and how it effects things; Phils starting pitching; How bad are the Rockies? Jose Alvarado's suspension; Aaron Nola's injury; Trea Turner, Bryce Harper and MLB games in minor league stadiums.
Steve is joined by Todd Zolecki of MLB.com to discuss all things Phillies this week, then Steve talks the Tush Push and Jeffrey Lurie. Steve agrees with Tush Push being allowed, but Lurie's supposed crudeness wasn't needed.
Neal Coolong gives his perspective on the NFL keeping the Tush Push, plus it's "The Suit's" favorite time of year. Time for Kevin to talk Indycar and Indianapolis 500 with Steve.
The Tush Push will stay and Matt Catrillo is excited about that. Rich Scarcella looks ahead at the Nittany Lions high preseason ranking.
Steve is joined by Dick Jerardi in the first segment at 2:15 to discuss the Preakness and the King returns in the second segment.
Dick Jerardi joins us to talk Saturday's Preakness; the New building coming; The triple Crown Schedule and some horses to pick.
Dick says take Journalism to win and Clever Again to finish second
Steve discusses the Preakness and the Indy 500 and do legacy events still have their juice in 2025, and why they have lost some their luster. Then we discuss some the news in the House settlement and NIL compensation
Steve is joined by Mark Brennan of 24/7 Sports to talk some Penn State hoops and football, then we are joined by Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette to discuss Oakmont, the PGA Championship and the Steelers.
Gerry and Steve talk some Oakmont ahead of next month's U.S. Open, some thoughts on the PGA Championship which started today and some Steelers schedule talk along with Aaron Rodgers. Gerry says the Steelers expect Aaron Rodgers to be the starting QB this year.
Mark joins the show to discuss Yanic Konan Niederhauser and his rise up the NBA draft charts; how his skills tranlaste to the NBA. Is he coming back to PSU? and what his upside could be; then they discuss Penn State adds in the trasfer portal in the spring.
Steve opens the show with some talk about expectations on the Penn State football team this season and why fans can't get ahead of themselves and how the Nittany Lions can handle the pressure this season.
Steve and Todd talk some more Pete Rose, then discuss Jayson Tatum's injury and did overuse play a role. We wrap today's show with some college football playoff discussion.
Steve is joined by Matt Catrillo to discuss all the news in sports this week, and Steve and Todd discuss Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson being eligible for the Hall of Fame and will they actually get in?
John Perrotto on the Pirates and Rob King, Steelers Play-by-Play, on the Steelers draft.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the first segment to discuss all the NFL news over the last week and the upcoming schedule release; then Steve discusses more on Yanic Konan Niederhauser and the Pirates
Neal joins the show to discuss what's going on with Trey Hendrickson and the Bengals and how the contracts for edge rushers are escalating; the Derek Carr situation in New Orleans; the upcoming NFL schedule release
Steve starts with Yanic Konan Niederhauser's great weekend at the G-League camp and he earned invited to the NBA Draft Combine and what it means for the PSU men's team; then we discuss TV schedules in college football, and why it takes so long to get start times.
Steve and Mike have an in-depth discussion of the current news in college sports; discuss the 16-team football playoff; ACC decision to cutback on basketball conference games while the SEC is considering another football conference game; making the Big Ten feel like a conference even if its so big.
Steve is on the road in the Texas, and we talk about Derek Shelton getting fired in Pittsburgh; What's going with Bill Belichick in North Carolina? And a look at a new college football playoff tournament
Steve spends some time on great free agency signings, Penn State football as a developmental program and some schedule changes to ACC hoops; then we talk Ross Dellinger's article about a possible President Trump committee on college sports
Steve and Todd talk a bunch of things in the first segment: Some NIL thoughts; Dallas Goedert re-signs and George Pickens is headed out to Dallas; What exactly are the Steelers doing? Penn State signs LB Amare Campbell.
In the second segment: Can the Pirates be saved.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong to discuss the Steelers draft picks and the NFL draft and schedule release; then we talk no Triple Crown again.
Neal joins us to talk Will Howard and Kaleb Johnson as Steelers draft picks; and how NFL built the draft and the schedule reveal.
Steve opens the show with some talk on Big 12 commissioner getting a contract extension and the Clemson-Notre Dame schedule a series in football; which begins a discussion on the ACC's power in football and baseball; then Matt joins the show to discuss the Flyers and NHL lottery and the Yankees' problems in the bullpen
Steve is joined by Nate Bauer for some Penn State hoops talk, some football and the fun spring for Penn State sports; then Steve talks the weekend in sports and the Game 7s in the NBA and NHL first rounds.
Nate Bauer of Blue/White Illustrated joins us to discuss the Penn State men's basketball program and how coach Rhoades is approaching building the Nittany Lions program this offseason and some talk on the football team.
John joins the show to discuss the Pirates: all the missteps off the field this year; the reasons why; what teams around the game think about the Pirates and their plans. Why they didn't build around Paul Skenes in the offseason.
We kick off the week with Steve talking with John Perrotto of Pittsburgh Sports Now on the Pirates, on the off-field things surrounding the Pirates and the missteps in the first month of the season. Then an article on the Dillon Gabriel-Shedeur Sanders dynamic, Yanic Konan Neiderhauser schedule for the NBA G-League elite camp.
Steve talks the Kentucky Derby in the first half hour and is joined by Dick Jerardi for his thoughts on the race on Saturday. Then Steve talks the transfer portal and what can we expect from the men's hoops team.
Steve and T Frank do a deep dive on the Blue White game and the spring
They talk the defense and how Jim Knowles defense has differed from Oklahoma State to Ohio State to Penn State
Freshman defensive back Darius Rice
A lengthy discussion on the wide receiver room and thoughts on the back up quarterbacks
Steve and Todd talk some NBA playoff to open the show; the Knicks-Pistons and ESPN losing the Lakers; then Steve's thoughts on Saturday's Kentucky Derby. Then we are joined by Blue/White Illustrated's T Frank Carr to discuss the Blue White Game and his spring thoughts.
Steve discusses Michigan State firing its Athletic Director, and why it's always important to be offense as an AD and in life, rather than play defense. Steve and Todd go back in time to 2023 and discuss some Penn State football from then
Mike joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the House ruling and what he thinks the effects will be. The Shedeur Sanders fall and Mike's questions about the draft experts. Then a deep dive on Champions League, Mike's fandom, and his thoughts on next year's World Cup, and the U.S.'s chances.
Steve talks the new renderings of Beaver Stadium, and some of the issues with the construction currently; then we talk the Lakers elimination and Jaylen Rashida transferring to Sacremento State. Then Mike Decourcy joins us to discuss all the news in college sports and his love of Champions League soccer and the upcoming World Cup
Steve talks about the prank call to Shedeur Sanders and other NFL players and what do people think something like that is funny; the YDR's Frank Bodani joins the show to discuss all things Penn State football from the Blue-White Game.
Frank joins the show to discuss the Blue White game with Steve and his impressions of the spring practice; they discuss the back-up quarterback situation; the offensive line; the transfer receivers including former Syracuse transfer Trebor Pena; Some of the WRs on the roster that could step up this season
Jody McDonald of WIP joins the show for a discussion on the Eagles draft and this weekend's races at Churchill Downs; We get Jody's picks for the Oaks Race on Friday afternoon and the Kentucky Derby; we talk the Derby favorite Journalism (How do all of us on the show don't route for a horse named Journalism?). Bob Baffert's return and how Jody plays the horses for the Derby.
Steve opens the show talking about Joe Paterno and that is a segway into the current culture of attacking sports figures; then Jody McDonald joins the show to discuss the Eagles draft, the Oaks race at Churchill Downs on Friday and Saturday's Kentucky Derby.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong to discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers draft in the first segment; then we discuss college football players needed to experience college and the difficulties sometimes that come with that.
Neal joins the show to discuss in depth the Steelers draft picks, which ones he liked, which ones he questioned and plus his thoughts on the Shedur Sanders story.
We talk a little on the new world of college sports and NIL; then Matt Catrillo joins the show to discuss ESPN and the NFL Draft; in the second segment; the Big Ten releases the men's basketball schedule of games (no dates) and some stories from Steve on doing two sports in the same day.
Steve is joined by Eagles' insider Dave Spadaro to discuss the 2025 draft by the Philadelphia Eagles; then Steve talks the construction around Beaver Stadium, some more thoughts on the Spring Game and what might happen with next year's Blue-White Game.
Dave Spadaro joins Steve to discuss the Eagles 2025 Draft. The pick of Jihad Campbell and the Eagles multi positional depth on defense. Thoughts on the safety from Texas; The offensive line picks and why Jeff Stoutland is so important to those picks and what makes Stoutland such a good offensive line coach.
Steve opens the week with his thoughts on the Shedeur Sanders story from this weekend, and it's not about the names, but about Sanders' abilities.
Then Steve does a deep dive into his thoughts about the Blue White game. Steve starts with defense, moves into the offense.
Steve is joined by Dick Jerardi in the first segment to discuss Smarty Jones going into the Horse Racing Hall of Fame; then the King returns to discuss the draft
Dick joins the show to discuss Smarty Jones being announced for the Horse Racing Hall of Fame; why Smarty Jones hadn't been elected before; Dick's role in it happening and why Dick believed Smarty Jones was a Hall of Fame horse. Dick also talks about telling Smarty's owners, trainer and jockey that the horse was inducted; and Dick talk about visiting Smarty Jones at his current place of residence.
Rob joins the show to discuss Steelers' first-round pick Derrick Harmon; why the Steelers when defensive tackle and why they might do it again later in the draft. Why no quarterback? D.K. Metcalf trade and some scenarios for the Steelers in the rest of the draft.
Steve and Pittsburgh Steelers play by play voice Rob King start the show with a discussion of the Steelers' first-round pick and some thoughts on where the Steelers might go the rest of the draft. Then Steve and Todd discuss last night's first round.
Steve talks NFL Draft in this hour, including two stories about Penn State players and the draft back in the 80s; how he thinks the top 3 will go; and what the Steelers and the Eagles might do.
Steve is joined by Matt Catrillo in the opening statement to discuss the NFL draft and what is going on with the Steelers? Then Steve discusses the House case and wonders why the NCAA is so against walk ons.
Steve talks all about what happened at Fordham with the men's basketball program and how the NCAA asserts its power against smaller schools; then we discuss James Franklin's trip to the NFL draft
Nick Farabaugh of pennlive.com joins us for deep dive on what the Steelers' plans might be for the first round on Thursday and three possible players that Nick thinks could be the Steelers' 21st pick. Steve and Nick discuss some other positions the Steelers might look at in the draft. Then Nick and Steve discuss the Pittsburgh fan base and their current frustrations with Steelers' management.
Rich joins the show to talk all things Blue-White game (Coach Franklin released the schedule for Saturday); some things Rich will be looking for; could this be the last spring game?; the 105-player roster limit; Some thoughts on Nick Singleton and Keytron Allen; James Franklin's plan for Thursday's first round of the draft.
Steve is joined by Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle and pennlive.com's Nick Farabaugh in the first hour. Rich joins us in the first segment to discuss Penn State spring practice and what to look for Saturday at the Blue-White game; Nick discusses what to expect in tomorrow's first round of the NFL draft for the Steelers.
Steve talks the NFL draft to open the second hour of the show; and some thoughts on the news coming out about various picks; then Neal Coolong joins the show to discuss his plans for the draft and what he thinks the Steelers might do at No. 21.
We discuss the draft with Neal Coolong two days before it starts; where he'll watch, and what he's looking for; They talk the running backs in the draft; also discuss what could happen at No. 21 for the Steelers.
An abbreviated first hour because of Quarterback Club for the Blue-White game: we talk about the transfer portal (the Lions have a back-up defensive tackle in the portal) and coming up with some ideas to solve some of college football's problems.
Darian and Steve from the StuffSommers Says with Steve podcast joins us to talk their Penn State Hall of Fame project and how they came up with the first class of 15.
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Steve talks a more transfer portal and some solutions for the calendar and then we talk Steve's weekend and trip home in the second half hour.
Steve is joined in the first segment by ESPN's Adam Rittenberg to discuss his trip to the ACC schools and the Nico Iamaleava case at Tennessee and then in the second segment the King returns to the show.
ESPN's Adam Rittenberg joins the show to discuss his trip around the ACC this week (North Carolina, Duke and Manny Diaz) plus he visited South Carolina; then Adam and Steve discuss the Nico Iamaleava situation at Tennessee and the upcoming House settlement
Steve talks the plan for the rest of the spring and some of his thoughts on how the spring as gone at PSU and his thoughts on watching new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles at work
Then we talk some NFL draft possibilities with the Steelers, Eagles and Ravens.
Steve talks the Aaron Rodgers news and what it means for the Steelers and it sparks a discussion on how the Steelers' get off the hamster wheel and then we talk some NFL draft QBs.
In the second segment, we discuss some of the new rules this season for college football.
Bob Flouders of pennlive.com joins the show to discuss the current state of college football, then Bob and Steve discuss Penn State's spring so far. Jim Knowles; some spots Penn State needs some depth and where the Nittany Lions might go in the spring transfer portal.
Steve starts the show discussing the retirement of Lee Corso from College Game Day and that sparks discussion on maintaining program strength when a legendary coach retires. Cael Sanderson hired by PSU 16 years ago today. Then Bob Flouders of pennlive.com joins us to discuss the state of college football and his thoughts on the Penn State spring so far
Steve is joined by ESPN's Tim Kurkjian to discuss all the news in Major League baseball; then we talk Spring Games and Bob from Hanover calls in
Steve is joined by ESPN's Tim Kurkjian to discuss all the news in MLB: The Stadium situations in Sacramento and Tampa Bay; expansion plans; Younger players signing long-term deals; Vladdy's deal; The strength of the NL West; Phillies thoughts; Pirates thoughts
Nate and Steve discuss the two players Penn State football had enter the portal by the early afternoon; the Penn State men's basketball signing its first portal player; then discuss the current schedule of football transfer portal
Steve is joined by Blue-White Illustrated's Nate Bauer to discuss the Penn State football players into the portal and discussion of the college sports schedule and what can be done; then Steve in the second segment discusses the latest with the former Tenn. quarterback
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong to discuss mock drafts and what they mean to fans and to teams; then Steve talks Stanford 1B Rintaro Sasaki and his decision to play in America; plus we discuss some spring football; and a little on roster limits.
Neal and Steve go deep on Mock drafts this close to the actual NFL draft. What they mean? What Neal tell his staff to do with mock drafts? How teams use mock drafts?
Steve is joined by Matt Catrillo, and is upset with the way the NBA handled Ja Morant and how fun the Masters was to watch this weekend; then Steve takes a short weather break before we discuss NCAA Tournament ratings from a few weeks ago, and why chalk was good.
Steve talks about Penn State's goalie signing with the Flames and then we discuss: is it time to worry about Penn State's men's basketball team (Steve says no); then we discuss more on the Tennessee situation
Steve talks everything going on in college football this weekend: namely the Nico Iamaleava situation at Tennessee and his holdout for more $; the report from Josh Pate of on3.com that other players held out before the Playoff last year and some talk on Rory's win at The Masters.
Steve is joined by Eric Ohlson to talk Penn State ice hockey and then we talk more Tennessee QB transfer news.
Penn State ice hockey voice Eric Ohlson joins the show to discuss Thursday night's Frozen Four loss to Boston University
Phillies play by play voice Scott Franzke joins Steve after a long night in Atlanta. Scott talks the Phils early season performance: should we be worried about Alec Bohm; Jesus Lazarado; Max Kepler, the bullpen;getting to watch Zach Wheeler pitch every start.
Steve is joined by Scott Franzke after the Phillies play by play voice had a long Thursday night in Atlanta. We get a deep early season look at the Phils.
Then in the second segment, we discuss what's going on at Tennessee and QB Nico Iamaleava's hold out
Steve talks some Masters, 3 officials are demoted from the NFL to College football; we talk some college sports; the transfer portal; then in the second segment we talk some spring football
Colby joins Steve from St. Louis before tonight's Frozen Four: we discuss the importance of Penn State making the Frozen Four for the sport of college hockey; Colby's thoughts on Penn State's program; the strengths and weakness of Penn State's opponent in Boston U; how important special teams will be, and Colby's preparations for the tournament.
Steve is joined by Colby Cohen in the first segment to discuss tonight's Frozen Four; Colby is on the call with ESPN 2; Then Steve discusses the state of college athletics, and why it's important that Penn State is in the Final Four for college hockey and will we see schools add sports in this new era of College Sports
We talk more about the Pirates situation and why the Pirates seem to make their own problems that the other Pittsburgh teams and Philadelphia teams don't make.
The fan experience in Philly and Pittsburgh; some talk about the Olympics; and an impassioned plea for the Suit to go to L.A. for the next summer Olympics.
Mark joins the show to discuss his article on the creation of Penn State men's hockey and last week's win to get to the Frozen Four, then Steve and Mark talk some Penn State spring football
Steve talks the latest Pirates mis steps and what he would do if he were Bob Nutting in this situation.
Then Steve is joined by Mark Wogenrich of SI.com to talk some Penn State men's hockey and a little Spring Practice football
Steve is joined in this hour by Neal Coolong in the first segment and Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette. Steve talks plenty of Steelers with both and Gerry gives us his thoughts on this weekend's Masters Tournament.
Gerry joins the show to discuss a bit of Steelers; then we do a deep dive into this week's Masters; why Gerry thinks Rory is the favorite? Scottie Schreffler's play after the injury; What's going on with Jordan Spieth? And Gerry still thinks the world of Ludvig Aberg....then some PGA Tour vs. LIV talk
Neal is back for his weekly appearance. Neal and Steve discuss how the Steelers free agent signings will shape their draft decisions. The latest on Aaron Rodgers, and some thoughts on draft philosophy
Steve talks the National Championship game from Monday night; before Matt Catrillo joins the show to talk the Pirates decision to take down a patch honoring Roberto Clemente; then Steve talks some of the news out of the House case on Monday and why judge Claudia Wilken was thoroughly prepared with her questions for the lawyers in the case.
Steve talks the Pirates decision to replace a Roberto Clemente sign with an advertisement and the Pirates not knowing their fan base. Then Geno calls out the Women's NCAA Tournament committee.
Steve talks Ovi settng the goals record; we talk some Final Four, including a deep dive on Houston-Duke;; we talk Penn State hoops, some Spring Practice and some Pirates.
Steve and Dick Jerardi talk the Men's Final Four in our first segment then we talk John Talty's revenue sharing in college sports:
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Dick Jerardi joins the show to discuss the Men's Final Four: his thoughts on both games; why he thinks Houston will take down Duke and why Auburn-Florida is too close to pick...Dick is also give his thought on Talor Battle returning to Penn State as an assistant coach.
Steve talks some movement on the Penn State men's coaching staff and not to worry about some of the movement in the program; then we spend some time on women's Final Four and discuss the House settlement and its effects.
Steve talks a lot of baseball: we talk some torpedo bats and why Steve thinks they won't be banned and how its a matter of feel for the player; then Bob Nightengale joins the show to discuss all the early season baseball news.
Bob joins the show to discuss some the early season baseball news: Bob was in West Sacramento for the A's debut; then we discuss the Rays Stadium situation; Torpedo bats; the recent slate of young players signing long extensions
Jon Sauber of the CDT joins us to talk a bit about Yanic Konan Niederhauser going to the NBA draft; then they do a deep dive on Spring Practice: some thoughts on some guys that have impressed Jon in practice. Thoughts on Jim Knowles in practice and some thoughts on the current schedule of the NCAA.
Steve is joined in the first segment by Jon Sauber of the CDT to discuss a little PSU hoops to starter and a lot of spring practice for football after.
Then its some talk about the NIT final and Dan Earl; plus some talk about college finances
Steve talks Yanic Konan Niederhauser's decision to enter the NBA draft and why its good for both the player and the Penn State program (Konan Niederhauser said he's returning to Penn State if he doesn't stay in draft); then we talk the Final Four in the second segment
Dan returns to the show to talk about Monday's Opening Day for the Phillies; the excitement that he still has coming to the ballpark every day. Saquon Barkley throwing out the first pitch; and Dan's thoughts about the upcoming Phillies season.
Brian returns to the show to discuss Penn State's trip to the Frozen Four: the history that lead to this moment; learning from post season heart break; Brian's job in calling the Frozen Four for Westwood One and not for the Penn State's Sports Network
Steve is joined by Brian Tripp, the voice of Penn State Hockey, and Dan Baker PA voice of the Philadelphia Phillies in the this hour.
Brian tells us all about Sunday's win over UConn and the Nittany Lions making the Frozen Four.
Dan talks about Phillies Opening Day; Saquon throwing out the first pitch, and his impressions of this year's team.
Steve is joined by two guests in this hour: Neal Coolong talks Aaron Rodgers and the fit with the Steelers, and some of the new NFL rules; then the York Daily Record's Frank Bodani joins the show to discuss Penn State's Pro Day and some players to watch during spring practice.
Frank Bodani joins the show to give us his impressions from last Friday's Pro Day at Penn State. And then Frank and Steve discuss some players and positions to watch during Spring Practice over the next few weeks.
Neal joins the show to discuss: what else this week: Aaron Rodgers. Is the long national nightmare over? Will he sign this week and how he fits in the current state of the Steelers offense and this current iteration of Aaron Rodgers: how good is he?
Neal also talks the Tush Push and the kickoff rules in the NFL
Steve talks the NFL dealing with the Tush Push or not; and Steve doesn't like the kickoff rule. Then Matt Catrillo joins the show to discuss torpedo bats and the Tush Push.
The second segment is about money in college sports and the House settlement and back pay for the athletes.
Steve talks more about Penn State hockey's big win to get to the Frozen Four and the how Guy Gadowsky built the Nittany Lions.
Then Steve discusses revenue sharing and about his talk to the PSU QB club on Sunday.
Aaron Bracy of Hoops HQ joins the show to discuss the Final Four teams; Who he thinks is head and shoulders above the other three No. 1 seeds; the Coaches in the Final Foul; some thoughts on each of the teams; the strength of this year's Final Four (all four teams are in the top 10 of KenPom's historical ranking going back to 1996.
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Steve talks Penn State headed to the Frozen Four and the excitement of Sunday's game with UConn. Then we talk the Final Four with Aaron Bracy of Hoops HQ.
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Steve is joined by T. Frank Carr of Blue White Illustrated to discuss Friday's Pro Day; then the King returns to the show in the second segment.
Blue White Illustrated's Thomas Frank Carr joins the show to discuss Penn State Pro Day: Steve and T. Frank go in depth on some of the players they thought really helped themselves. What Pro Day is for and the players it really helps. We also get T Frank's thoughts on the QBs in the draft.
Steve talks everything you need to know about today's Penn State Pro Day for the NFL; why it didn't matter that Abdul Carter and Tyler Warren didn't work out; and some Nittany Lions that improved their draft stock.
Then we talk the NCAA Tournament and the Kevin Willard situation at Maryland.
Steve looks at some of the Sweet 16 match-ups, The Suit explains the issues he has with Indycar, and more.
It's opening day for Major League Baseball, but why start the same day as the start of the Sweet 16? What was the MLB thinking?
In the first segment, we talk the transfer portal and the Sweet 16 and the college basketball coaching carousel; then in the second segement; we talk more St. Francis dropping to Division III and the how they might not be the last Division I school to make that decision.
Former Phillies announcer Chris Wheeler joins the show to discuss some MLB news and Opening Day for the Phillies: why is Opening Day Thursday and not Tues. or Wed. when nothing was going on. The new Phillies on the team, along with Steve and Chris discuss the opening of Spring Practice.
Steve is joined in the first segment by former Phillies announcer Chris Wheeler to talk some MLB and Phillies along with some Penn State football questions. Then in the second half hour, we talk.
Then in the second segment we discuss current media and X trolls news rumors getting picked up as truth.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the first segment to discuss Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers; some other quarterback news and some of the quarterbacks at the top of the draft.
Steve then discusses the new reality of the transfer portal as it relates to Penn State men's basketball.
Neal Coolong is back and we're three weeks into the Steelers and Aaron Rodgers saga; what is Russell Wilson's status in all of this; Jameis Winston to the Giants; some thoughts on the top of the draft at QB
pennlive.com's Jim Carlson joins the show to discuss the Nittany Lions and the Penn State wrestling team. Is two champions a disappointing performance despite all the other records set by the Nittany Lions? Gable Steveson; Carter Starocci's performance; and some talk about the future of Penn State wrestling
Steve talks Saint Francis (Pa.) opting to move down from Division III from Division I and their reasoning, then Matt Catrillo joins the show to discuss his thoughts on some of the news around NCAA Tournament this weekend.
Then in the second segment: pennlive.com Jim Carlson joins the show to discuss Penn State and the NCAA wrestling Tournament from last weekend
We talk Penn State's football schedule for the upcoming week with Spring Practice starting on Tuesday and Pro Day on Friday. Then in the second segment, we discuss Penn State men's ice hockey with Brian Tripp and their upcoming NCAA Tournament game with Maine.
Brian joins the show to discuss the hottest team in NCAA men's ice hockey and the Nittany Lions berth in the NCAA Tournament; we discuss some the players that got the Lions to this point; their first-round opponent in Maine; the atmosphere in Allentown for the regional.
Dick joins the show to discuss all things NCAA Tournament this weekend: Why is there no Cinderellas this year?; Big Ten has four teams into Sweet 16, but three are playing No. 1-seeds; Maryland's win on Sunday; St John's day on Saturday; Who looks like a champion? SEC hoops
Steve is joined by Dick Jerardi in the first segment to discuss all the happenings in the NCAA Tournament this weekend; then we discuss the NCAA wrestling Tournament and Penn State's performance
We talk more about NCAA wrestling and NCAA basketball; then Steve dives into Kevin Willard's rant about his Maryland basketball program during his press conference on Thursday. Then we talk more hoops and wrestling in the final segment.
Steve opens the show talking about Penn State's historic performance on the first day of the NCAA wrestling tournament; then we talk some NCAA hoops; We talk ESPN beating subjects to death and what happened to etiquette in sports and Bob from Hanover calls.
Steve gets you updated on the NCAA Tournaments, then we talk new NFL rule proposals and the last winter workout session of the season for the Nittany Lions.
Then in the second segment, we discuss the disturbing case of Michigan co-offensive coordinator Matt Weiss and it turns out it had nothing to do with Conner Stallions.
Rich joins Steve to discuss all things Penn State football: reaction to the stadium name; things to look for as Spring practice starts on Thursday and some thoughts on the general state of college football.
Steve begins the show updating the NCAA men's basketball Tournament and the NCAA wrestling Tournament; then Steve tells a story about Jim Rice and the Red Sox analytics department; then Rich Scarcella joins the show to discuss some Penn State football
Steve talks more college hoops and the new era roster in college football and is 105 scholarship players enough for the whole season; Penn State has its final winter workout this week and spring practice starts next week
Mike joins the show to discuss all thing NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament; His thoughts on North Carolina getting in and why; Indiana hiring Darren DeVries to coach hoops; Some teams that are in the top three seeds that Mike likes; His thoughts on Houston and St. John's; then Mike gives us his Final Four
Steve talks North Carolina's big victory over San Diego St. and talk about PSU Jahvin Carter entering the transfer portal. Then a conversation with Mike DeCourcy of the Sporting News and BTN on the NCAA Tournament
Steve is joined in the first segment by Neal Coolong to discuss the Steelers and Giants waiting on Aaron Rodgers and some Steelers draft discussion; then we talk Dan Shaughnessy column on the NCAA Tournament as a jumping off point for the current state of college sports; and an update from this morning's PSU morning workouts.
Neal Coolong joins the show to discuss the Aaron Rodgers saga with the Steelers; Steelers draft needs; RBs in the draft (Omarion Hampton and Cam Skattebo) for the Steelers.
Steve talks some North Carolina and NCAA Tournament with Matt Catrillo and the retirement of Brandon Graham. Then in the second segment, we talk more NCAA hoops, Penn State wrestling and Opening Day in baseball
Steve is joined by Nate Bauer in the first half hour to discuss the NCAA Tournament; some Penn State men's basketball talk, including why no postseason tournament and some college sports talk; then Steve talks the NCAA hoops tournament
Nate joins the show to discuss the NCAA Tournament bracket; one thing he'd ask Penn State men's coach; Why Penn State didn't go to any postseason tournaments; and a discussion on the current state of college sports.
Steve spends both segments talking the NCAA Tournament bracket...Why North Carolina got in? and Why North Carolina didn't deserve the bid? We talk about some of the seeds; some bracket hints and why teams turning down the NIT might lead to the NCAA Tournament expanding.
Steve talks more college basketball: Fran McCaffery out at Iowa and some talk on the two Big Ten hoops openings; We also get an update on Penn State wrestler Josh Barr; in the second segment, the King returns to talk with his brother.
ESPN's Emily Kaplan joins the show to discuss her road to ESPN's hockey coverage from Penn State and the Monday Morning Quarterback with Peter King; the 4 nations Cup and her job with ESPN
Steve is joined in the first segment by ESPN hockey's Emily Kaplan to talk about her career and some NHL news; then Steve talks the NCAA Tournament and some teams that have a chance to improve their chances to get into the field this weekend.
Steve is joined by St. Francis coach Rob Krimmel to discuss the Red Flashes' first trip to the NCAA Tournament since 1991. Then in the second segment, we discuss John Feinstein after his death on Thursday and a some college hoops talk
St. Francis coach Rob Krimmel joins the show to discuss the Red Flash first appearance in the NCAA Tournament since 1991. What the older players meant to this run; his freshman Juan Cranford's maturation this season; coaching a mid-major; Rob's journey to St. Francis.
Gerry joins the show to discuss the Steelers actions in Free agency and the D.K. Metcalf signing; the signings of Darius Slay and Kenneth Gainwell; what is happening at QB with the Steelers; then Gerry and Steve talk some professional golf.
In today's first hour, The Chief - Dave Ritchie - joins us to discuss his high school football coach Dick Purnell being honored with a Lifetime Achievement award on Sunday...Then the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac updates us on the Steelers free agency and discusses some golf news.
Steve talks two recent passings: Penn State sports psychologist Dave Yukelson and NBA player Junior Bridgeman; then we talk some miscellaneous college sports news: some House settlement details and UNLV says it can't pay its football coach after the first two years of his five-year contract
Sweeny and Steve discuss the problems surrounding the Yankees Spring Training and should Yankees fans be concerned; Spring Training and what one can learn from it; and some general MLB thoughts
Steve opens the show with Sweeny Murti of MLB.com to discuss some Yankees and some general thoughts on what you can learn from Spring Training; then in the second segment: Steve discusses St. Francis (Pa.) and Rob Kimmel getting into the NCAA Tournament and the ACC's issues heading into Selection Weekend
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the first segment to discuss all things NFL Free Agency so far, including thoughts on D.K. Metcalf and the Steelers QB situation. Then we discuss college basketball tournaments in the second segment
Neal joins Steve to discuss all things NFL Free Agency: is J.J. McCarthy the answer in Minnesota: the D.K. Metcalf trade to the Steelers; Who will QB the Steelers next year? Myles Garrett thoughs
Steve is joined by Matt Catrillo in the first segment to discuss the Yankees injuries and the Eagles free agency choices so far this week. In the second segment, Steve discusses the PSU men' s basketball award winners from the Big Ten; why its wrong the Big Ten isn't taking every team to its basketball tournaments; and some talk about the mid-major tournaments.
Steve continues his talk about the Naming rights of Beaver Stadium; why its needed and how Joe Paterno and John Cappelletti; raising money in this era
John W. Miller the author of the Last Manager about former Baltimore Orioles' manager Earl Weaver joins us to discuss his book. We talk Weaver's life; why Miller decided to write a book on Earl Weaver:
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Steve is joined in the first segment by John W. Miller to discuss his Earl Weaver biography The Last Manager (https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Last-Manager/John-W-Miller/9781668030929) and then in the second segment we discuss Penn State's athletic success this weekend before we start are discussion of the naming rights of Beaver Stadium.
Steve talks the final regular season weekend of college basketball season; Saturday's game with Wisconsin, some Badgers notes; then we talk some Iowa hoops and will Fran McCafferty return. In the final segment, we talk the AAC and their minimum requirements to pay student athletes.
Doug joins the show to discuss Thursday night's win over Loyola (Md.) in the Patriot League quarterfinals: What makes the Bison so resilient; the atmosphere at Sojka and what to expect in Sunday's game with Navy
We open the show with Friday morning's Winter Workout results for the PSU football team; then we talk last night's Bucknell victory; Charles Barkley's rant about ESPN; then Bucknell play-by-play voice Doug Birdsong joins the show talk last night's Bucknell victory.
Steve spends most of the hour discussing the Penn State men's basketball team: what went wrong this season; expectations versus reality; Firing the coach isn't the answer
WIP's Jody McDonald joins the show to discuss some Philly sports: We talk the Eagles resigning Saquon and Zach Braun; then we talk 76ers and the Kentucky Derby
Steve is a bit late so Todd talks a little about the upcoming weekend in sports; then we discuss Kyrie's injury and the odd question asked of Mavericks coach Jason Kidd; then Jody McDonald joins the show to discuss some Philadelphia sports; then a little bracketology
Steve is joined by Greg Pickel of Blue White Illustrated to discuss The Big Ten wrestling tournament; then Steve golfs for exercise, what else does Steve do for exercise; then a vacation story; The Eagles sign Zach Baun and some NFL free agency discussion.
Greg joins the show to discuss the Big Ten wrestling tournament and what to expect from Penn State; some things to look for; some wrestlers from PSU that aren't top seeds that he's looking forward to see in action.
We start Hour 1 with some records that won't be broken as we talk about Ovi getting close to Wayne Gretsky's career goal record; We find out the Big 10 wrestling preseeds and the chances Penn State men's basketball team gets into a post season Tournament.
Then in the second segment we talk Dollar Dog Night at Medlar Field and the strength of Penn State baseball and softball.
Steve talks all the latest in NFL Free Agency with Neal Coolong in the first segment; then we discuss Saquon Barkley's big extension with the Eagles, and what i could mean for their offseason.
Neal joins the show to discuss the latest in NFL Free Agency news; the Commanders move to pick up Deebo Samuel; some thoughts on Davante Adams and some thoughts on the Steelers as we head into NFL Free Agency and the Draft
Steve talks some college sport news before Matt joins the show. Matt and Steve dissect the 76ers terrible season and its roots in previous years and drafts.
Then Steve talks the ACC/Clemson and Florida State agreement and what it means for the ACC schools. Why the ACC is struggling to gain a rating foothold in college football?
Steve talks some college sports business: Texas is raising season ticket prices; FSU-Clemson and ACC come to an agreement; then Penn State men's ice hockey play by play Brian Tripp joins the show to discuss the hottest team in NCAA hockey
Penn State men's hockey play by play voice Brian Tripp joins the show to discuss the hot Nittany Lions. The reasons for their current hot streak; how the NCAA Tournament is chosen and how the Nittany Lions fit into the rankings; the importance of this week's road games with Michigan and why the team needed its struggles in the beginning of the season to reach this point in the season.
Bucknell men's basketball coach John Griffin joins the show after the Bison clinched a share of the Patriot League regular season title on Saturday. We talk the road to getting to the title (a marathon not a sprint); staying connected all season; overcoming adversity; and Thursday night's home Tournament game with winner of tonight's Lehigh-Loyola (Md.) game.
John joins the show to discuss the Pirates in Spring Training. Paul Skenes has some new pitches; Henry Davis this spring; KeBryan Hayes and his back; Jared Jones; the difference in Spring Training in 2025 and when John started in 1988 and a player to keep on an eye on this spring.
Steve is joined by pittsburghsportnow's John Perrotto to discuss the Pirates in Spring Training and then Bucknell men's basketball coach John Griffin joins the show to talk about the regular season co-champions and Thursday night's home playoff game in Lewisburg.
We talk Matt Stafford staying with the Rams; Isaiah Bond saying he plans on breaking Worth's 40 record at Combine and does it mean anything; North Carolina on Hard Knocks; Then Aaron Bracy joins the show to discuss his book
A Soaring SeasonThe Incredible, Inspiring Story of the 2003-04 Saint Joseph’s Hawks
Which can be purchased here:
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Aaron Bracy joins the show to discuss his new book A Soaring Season: The Incredible, Inspiring Story of the 2003-04 Saint Joseph’s HawksThe work that Aaron put into research; Jameer Nelson; the importance of the win over Gonzaga at MSG; Billy Packer's comments. Book is released on March 1: and can be ordered here:
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Steve is joined by his friend Johnny Holiday, the play-by-play voice of the Maryland men's basketball team. They discuss Saturday's game between the Terps and Penn State and Maryland's loss to Michigan State on Wednesday night.
We talk some Phil Martelli in preview for a later interview with Aaron Bracy; then Bowling Green Coach Scott Loeffler joining the Eagles; ESPN mistakes; then we talk some rule changes in college football before being joined by Maryland play by play voice Johnny Holiday.
Steve is joined by Lions 24/7's Mark Brennan to discuss the death of Lou Prato and Penn State men's basketball and football.
Penguins' radio voice Josh Getzoff joins the show to discus the death of Mike Lange and the current state of the Pengiuns.
Mark joins the show to discuss the death of Lou Prato; the Penn State men's basketball team; some things to look for this spring at Penn State football and some talk on CFP seeds.
Steve begins the show talking about the Abdul Carter injury; the NFL draft; Winter Workouts for the PSU football team; CFP schedule; talk about end of game situations in college basketball; The second segment is more Penn State hoops and the Big Ten Tournament.
Steve takes a call from Doug from Wellsboro to discuss Lou Prato, the longtime Penn State sports historian, who passed away on Tuesday night. Steve discusses in the second hour why he reads biographies and what he's learned from them and how it applies to his job.
Steve opens the show with some discussion on Smith Vilbert into the transfer portal; some talk about the Penn State men's hockey team; then we talk some broadcasting
Adam joins the show for deep dive on the CFP playoff and some of things the Big Ten and SEC talked about last week in New Orleans and Tuesday's meeting in Dallas with the entirety of the CFP conferences. Would the Big Ten and SEC yield power to a college football or college basketball commissioner?
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the first segment to discuss this week's Scouting Combine and some players the Steelers might be considering. Then in the second segment, we discuss a variety of topics including the tush push, Dodgers deferred 4 owed and latest mock drafts
The Scouting Combine is this week so Neal and Steve do a deep dive into it. Just what to expect this week; how important the interviews can be? Some names the Steelers might be looking at
Steve is joined by Matt Catrillo for the first segment. Matt is upset that the Packers are going after the Tush Push and the 76ers downfall. Then Steve talks a bit more about the Eagles, then we dive into College Football: today's meeting in Dallas and Television rating for the sports (ratings are way up in regular season; playoffs didn't quite do so well).
In the first segment, Steve discusses today's Pat Kraft press conference and some of the topics covered, including the college football schedule. Then we are joined by Steelers play by play voice Rob King to talk Mike Lange, the Pens' play by play by voice that passed on Wednesday night.
Rob joins us on his way to the NFL Scouting Combine; we start with a few minutes on that; then Steve and Rob dive into Pittsburgh Penguins play by play voice Mike Lange's contributions to life and the profession and the impact he's had on Rob's career.
Bucknell men's basketball coach John Griffin joins the show to discuss the A-Rod halfcourt shot, and what that kind of publicity means to the Bison program. Josh Bascoe's importance against Army in the victory. The keys to the Bucknell winning streak and a discussion on culture.
Steve opens the show with A-Rod's halfcourt shot, and Bucknell's win over Army on Sunday; then we discuss Penn State and Indiana University men's basketball; then Bucknell men's basketball coach John Griffin joins us to discuss the A-Rod shot, and the success of the Bison over the last month.
Steve is joined in the first segment by Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports to discuss college football and what's coming in the playoff meeting next weekend and this season with the House settlement; then we dive into a little deeper what Dennis said; and why collective bargaining might the answer and a problem.
Dennis joins the show to discuss the business of college football: the meeting between the SEC-Big 10; what will happen next week after the CFP playoff meeting; what changes could come in 2025, and what will have to wait until 2026 and why; the House settlement; and the future of the NCAA and college sports.
USA Today's Bob Nightengale joins the show to discuss some Spring Training on this cold, snowy Thursday. We talk the Red Sox signing Alex Bregman, his thoughts on the Yankees; some underrated signings; What's happening in St. Louis? His thoughts on the Mets and Juan Soto
Steve talks last night's win over Nebraska by the Penn State's men; then Bob Nightengale joins the show to discuss some Spring Training News; the signing of Alex Bregman, where the Yankees stand; some thoughts on some underrated free agent signings; then in second segment we pay tribute to Mike Lange, the Penguins play-by-play man that passed away on Wednesday night.
Steve is joined by Ticket Manager CEO Tony Knopp in the first segment to talk the business of college sports; then in the second segment, Steve talks more for the reasons for the men's hoops teams struggle and his surprise about how the Nittany Lions' season went off the rails.
Tony rejoins the show to discuss the business of college sports: what they can learn from the Premier League; is there corporate money for an expanded College Football Playoff and NCAA Tournament.
Nate Bauer joins the show and he and Steve do a deep dive into Penn State men's basketball late game struggles and new Running back coach Stan Drayton.
Steve talks the business of college sports and what will happen coming out of today's meeting between the Big Ten and the SEC; then Nate Bauer joins the show to dissect Penn State men's basketball late game issues and some time about Stan Drayton's hiring.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the first segment to talk NFL Free Agency, what might happen with the QBs, and the current state of the Steelers.
Then we talk some college basketball in the second segment.
Neal joins the show to discuss the upcoming NFL free agency period. What's going to happen with the various QBs this off season (Rodgers, Darnold, Wilson and Fields); Are the Stafford trade rumors really true? The interview process for rookies at the Combine and the current state of the Steelers.
Steve opens the show with a Rick Barry story from this week, then Matt joins the show to gives us partying advice (don't thrown beers at the Eagles GM) and the Yankees offseason; then Steve talks the effect of injuries on all sports, including the Nittany Lions.
We talked men's college basketball and the work load of NCAA officials and then discuss NBA TV ratings; Then more on what could come of this week's meeting between SEC and Big Ten
Steve covers the NBA All-Star weekend vs. the NHL's 4 Nations Tournament from interest to intensity; then we talk the upcoming meeting between the SEC and the Big Ten and what it means for football and the NCAA Tournament.
Steve talks the Big Ten basketball schedule as Penn State has its first Big Ten home game on a Saturday afternoon and why doesn't the Big Ten schedule Saturday harder after the NFL and college football winds down on Saturdays.
Bob joins Steve to discuss all the Penn State news; the new running backs coach; the importance of roster retention; how important it is for James Franklin and the administration to be in lock stop; Nick Saban for College Football Commissioner.
We spend the first hour talking the new era of college sports: pennlive.com's Bob Flounders joins the show in the first segment to discuss Penn State news; why Nick Saban would make a good college football commissioner. Then in second segment, Steve continues the conversation about the changes in college sports.
Steve talks the Xavier Lucas case in Wisconsin and what it might be going forward in regards to the House case; then we talk a little about college football eligibility after another Wisconsin case allowed a Division II player's eligibility not count towards his Division I eligibility.
Nick joins the show to discuss his trip to the Senior Bowl; we talk possible QBs for the Steelers; some of the defensive linemen and WRs that Nick liked; we talk what the Steelers might do at receiver with George Pickens and at QB with Wilson and Fields.
We talk the confidence of the Eagles' fans in the Super Bowl; then talk the expansion of Beaver Stadium and the drawings released today; Then we are joined by pennlive's Nick Farabaugh who went to the Senior Bowl to look at draft prospects for the Steelers.
Steve is joined for this hour by Chris Wheeler, retired Phillies announcer, to discuss Spring Training, Saquon Barkley and Penn State football.
We have a long conversation over two segments with retired Phillies broadcaster Chris Wheeler. Steve and Chris talk Spring Training and does it mean as much as it once did. The Eagles and Saquon Barkley; and the Sound; then the second half of the interview Chris has questions for Steve about Penn State football
CDT's Jon Sauber joins the show to discuss Penn State' s off season so far. Coach James Franklin demeanor during Tuesday's press conference. The change of the off season schedue; Title IX; things to look for in Spring Practice; thoughts on the Running back coach's job and his thoughts on the men's basketball team.
Steve is joined by the CDT's Jon Sauber to talk some off season Penn State football and a bit of basketball. Then in the second segment, we talk what's going with the Penn State men's basketball team.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the opening segment to discuss the Super Bowl, the Steelers offseason plans; and some early talk about the draft. Then Steve covers more about James Franklin's press conference and what the Nittany Lions' off-season schedule looks like.
Neal is back on the show to discuss the recent Super Bowl; how the Eagles were able to obtain such a deep roster and what the Steelers can learn from it. QBs in the draft and the lack of depth. The Steelers and Jaxson Dart; the state of the Steelers as we head into the 2025 offseason.
Steve talks a bit to open about Coach James Franklin's press conference on Tuesday; then Matt joins the show to discuss the Eagles' Super Bowl win. In the second segment, we do a deeper dive into Coach's Franklin's press conference and talk some NFL off season and Spring Games.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Didinger joins the show to discuss the Eagles' Super Bowl victory on Sunday. Is the greatest Eagles team in history (Ray makes the case for the 1949 team being equal); The defensive line play; The moves the Howie Roseman made; Jaylen Hurts' play; Saquon Barkley and Ray's history covering the Eagles.
The Eagles are Super Bowl Champions, and Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Didinger joins the show to discussions Sunday night's defeat of the Chiefs; then Steve talks Jaylen Hurts' play over the last two playoff games; the we discuss the departure of Ja'Juan Seider from Penn State to Notre Dame
Steve looks at the new number of scholarships for Penn State sports and how they could be allotted, plus Steve and Kevin run through some of the unique prop bets for the Super Bowl.
Dave Spadaro shares the keys for the Eagles to win Sunday's Super Bowl and it's more than just run Barkley.
Do you remember when Penn State played UCLA in men's basketball? Dave Jones, PennLive.com, remembers. He and Steve share thoughts from that NCAA Tournament game.
Dave Jones, PennLive, joins Steve to talk about the last time Penn State met UCLA in basketball, plus the Eagles Insider, Dave Spadaro, has a final look at the Super Bowl from New Orleans.
Mark Wogenrich, SI.com, talks about why he asked Jim Knowles, "Why are you here?", plus a discussion of why Chase Utley should or should not be in the Hall of Fame.
Are you betting on the Super Bowl? Lots of people are and it's changed the way we watch, plus what does it take to make the Baseball Hall of Fame?
Steve looks at Penn State wrestling and the strange start times due to TV coverage, plus we bring back Story Time with Steve.
Rich Scarcella says Penn State is on in for the 2025 season. He says that is shown with Jim Knowles.
Rich Scarcella shares his thoughts and observations about Jim Knowles, the new Penn State Defensive Coordinator.
Neal Coolong says there's one team with the big play capability in the Super Bowl. Find out who he thinks that will be.
Neal Coolong joins Steve to preview the Super Bowl and what the Steelers will do at QB, plus Steve asks, why the Big Ten doesn't have more Saturday basketball games.
Matt Catrillo joins the show for his preview of the Super Bowl, plus a discussion of NFL players that talk and should just play.
Brian Tripp introduces us to the new Penn State Football Defensive Coordinator, Jim Knowles from the Monday, February 3, 2025 Steve Jones Show.
The voice of the Philadelphia Eagles joins Steve to talk about the Eagles match up with the Chiefs in Sunday's Super Bowl.
Merrill Reese joins Steve to preview his Eagles taking on the Chiefs in the Super Bowl on Sunday.
Brian Tripp joins the show to introduce us to the new Penn State Defensive Coordinator Jim Knowles, plus discussing the NFL and Super Bowl broadcasts.
Steve discuss money in college sports; and how Iowa women's basketball still loss $ despite Caitlin Clark; then we discuss Penn State money and tonight's wrestling match with Iowa at the Jordan Center.
T. Frank Carr breaks down Jim Knowles' defense: what to expect from the scheme; some of things Knowles likes to do. Rose Bowl adjustments.
Steve is joined by T. Frank Carr of on3.com for a deep dive into Jim Knowles' defense; then Steve discusses last night's loss to Ohio State in men's basketball.
Steve is joined by Mike DeCourcy to discuss the college hoops season both nationally and in the Big Ten; Tehn we talk some more college sports business and tonight's Big Ten game between Ohio State and Penn State at Rec Hall.
We talk college hoops with Mike DeCourcy: Auburn and Johni Broome; The SEC's commitment to hoops; Florida; Houston; Michigan State; Some other Big Ten teams with March aspirations
Todd joins the show to discuss the Phillies off season. We start with Hal Steinbrenner's comments about the Dodgers and the Dodgers' Japanese pipeline. Then Steve and Todd discuss the Phillies in relation to the NL East and to the Dodgers (strengths and weakness); the biggest what if going into the season; Rob Thompson
Steve is joined by Todd Zolecki of MLB.com and host of The Phillies Show to discuss the Phillies off season and some things to look for in Spring Training. Then Steve discusses Florida State and Clemson still not being able to get out of the ACC.
Steve continues with the discussion of money in college sports after a short talk about the Yankees owner taking umbrage with the Dodgers spending; in the second segment we discuss Penn State's upcoming game in Rec Hall with Ohio State.
Greg joins the show to discuss Friday's Penn State-Iowa wrestling match and a little bit on the defensive coordinator search in football.
on3.com's Greg Pickel joins the show to start to discuss Friday night's Iowa vs. Penn State wrestling match at the Jordan Center and then we discuss $ in college athletics, and how much did a the Penn State teams earn in 2023-2024 school year.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the opening half hour to discuss NFL owners and the upcoming Super Bowl. Then we talk Ohio State, Rutgers and UCLA losing $ on athletics.
Neal talks to us about owning an NFL team, and then we talk the Championship game and the upcoming Super Bowl
Steve talks a bit about Penn State's loss on Monday night to Michigan, then Matt joins the show and has a long discussion on Josh Harris owning the 76ers and Commanders. Then in the second segment, Steve doesn't care who owns a team until he starts not putting $ into team or is an absentee owner.
Steve is joined by Nate Bauer of on3.com in the first segment and Frank Bodani of the York Daily Record in the second segment to discuss the hiring of new Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles.
Frank joins the show to discuss the hiring of Jim Knowles of Ohio State as Penn State defensive coordinator.
Nate Bauer of on3.com joins the show to discuss the hiring of Jim Knowles as defensive coordinator at Penn State, what it means for the team; and what it says for the program going foward.
Steve opens the show with a bit of Eagles talk; then we do a deep dive into the hire of Jim Knowles as defensive coordinator; then we do a deeper dive in the second segment of the NFL games from Sunday; The Eagles win over the Commanders and the Chiefs beat the Bills.
Steve talks defensive coordinator or not exactly and then talks about 105-roster limit in college football and says we can't lose walk-ons in college football. then we joined by King in the second segment
Dave joins Steve to talk the NFC Championship game. They talk about why Washington always gives the Eagles problems. Saquon Barkley; Zach Baun; the Eagles defense; on whether the Eagles should have called a timeout on Rams final drive.
Steve is joined by Dave Spadaro to talk the Eagles NFC Championship game with the Commanders. Then we talk Pete Carroll to the Raiders and the length of the college football schedule.
Steve talks Jayson Stark's article about Bob Uecker, and some of the interesting numbers contained within; We talk CFP ratings and the hubris of the NFL; in the second segment, we talk Beaver Stadium renovations, a story about the cold during a remodel of Indiana's Stadium and the Big Ten and SEC are meeting again in Feb.
Jody and Steve talk a little horse racing to start then we get into the Eagles-Rams game; Jalen Hurts; and the Eagles defense. How much will the Washington No-huddle effect the Eagles? The greatness of Jayden Daniels; some thoughts on Chiefs-Bills and Josh Allen
Steve is joined by Jody McDonald from WIP to discuss the Eagles and the upcoming NFC championship game.; Then in the second segment we discuss the Penn State defensive coordinator search and what happened to Al Golden in Miami.
Steve is joined by Nate Bauer from Blue White Illustrated to discuss the Penn State coordinator search; NIL rules that might be coming and some men's hoops; then in second segment we talk Rutgers athletics losing $ and what the administration change in Washington might mean for NIL rules.
Nate returns to the show to discuss the Penn State defensive coordinator search; what's coming in NIL rules and some Penn State men's basketball
Scott joins the show to discuss the Baseball Hall of Fame; Lauber talks his ballot and who he voted for; We talk his process; personal opinions of a player entering into the conversation; Postseason accomplishments
Steve is joined by Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer to discuss Tuesday evening's baseball Hall of Fame announcement and then in the second segment, Steve discusses his thoughts on unanimous votes in Hall of Fame and how hard it is to get into any Hall of Fame
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the first segment to discuss the NFL playoffs; then in the second segment; we spend some time on the National Championship game; then some Penn State hoops
Neal joins the show to discuss the NFL playoffs; thoughts on Jalen Hurts' production the last few weeks; an interesting discussion on if Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry have re-set the market for RBs; and what makes Jayden Daniels so good.
Steve is joined by Matt Catrillo in the first segment of the show to discuss the National Championship game; the Eagles and Jalen Hurts; then Steve talks more Hurts; the national championship game; and the Nittany Lions performance against Rutgers in men's basketball last night.
We talk the difference between turnovers and live ball turnovers in basketball; the Steve talks how the playoffs are different with a fun Jack Ham story; then we talk the incident at the Pirates fan fest this weekend.
Coach Griffin joins us from Hamilton, N.Y. as the Bison prepare for Colgate on Monday night. Thoughts on tonight's game; we talk about how the league season as gone for the Bison; Some thoughts on coaching the final four minutes; The importance of turnovers; and Coach says go Eagles.
Steve talks the NFL playoffs in the first segment: Jalen Hurts' struggles; thank God for Saquon; turnover problems for the losers;;then Bucknell coach John Griffin joins us.
Steve opens the segment with a story from Brewers TV play-by-play voice Brian Anderson on Bob Uecker, then we talk how there on no storytellers in baseball any more. Then we talk the new era of college football coming this season.
Former Shikellamy and University of Maryland baseball standout Nick Dunn joins us to discuss his baseball career; the worst bus trip of his career; and his thoughts on joining the Seattle Mariners this season.
Jon joins the show to discuss the 50-50 split in revenue for college sports; roster retention for the Nittany Lions; Drew Allar's future; A player Jon likes to take a step forward in the Spring; defensive coordinator thoughts and what Jon thinks of the men's basketball team
Steve is joined by the Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber in the first segment to discuss Penn State football and a little bit of hoops; then former Shikellamy High and University of Maryland baseball star Nick Dunn joins us to talk his Major League career and the switch to the Seattle Mariners.
Steve talks about Thursday's death of Bob Uecker, and we play some clips from Uecker's career. Then in the second segment, we discuss the future of Penn State's wideout room; the tragic story of Nebraska's Jack Hoffman and some thoughts on Penn State's men's basketball loss to Michigan State on Wednesday night.
Gerry and Steve discuss the Steelers upcoming off season; what might happen at QB; Gerry's thoughts on what might happen with George Pickens; Draft needs (defensive line); Najee Harris' future; then Gerry's thoughts on the new Televised Golf League
Adam joins the show to discuss Notre Dame, the importance of roster retention in the new era of college football; Allar facing the music after the Orange Bowl and Adam's thoughts on the CFP
Steve talks with ESPN's Adam Rittenberg in the opening segment to discuss Notre Dame, the Orange Bowl, Drew Allar facing the media; his thoughts on the CFP and the on Monday's National title game. Then Steve is joined by Gerry Dulac to discuss the Steelers offseason and the new TV golf league.
We talk a little more about Penn State's prospects next year and Steve's hatred of the phrase game manager...Then in the second segment, why roster retention is more important than ever in college football.
Steve talks the future of Penn State football as we breakdown the roster for next season; then we talk some hoops, then back on the future of Penn State football in the second segment
Steve is joined in the first segment by Neal Coolong to discuss the Steelers loss with the Ravens and the looming decisions they have to make in the off season...Then we discuss the latest in Penn State football news and what the next couple of weeks look like for the Nittany Lions.
Neal joins the show to discuss his plans for the off season; then we discuss what the Steelers might do this off season; a recap of Saturday's loss to the Ravens; a deep dive into the pros and cons of retaining Mike Tomlin and what do do at QB.
Steve talks a little bit about the Rams game to open the show; then Matt joins us to talk the Eagles; In the second segment, Steve gives his true thoughts on the Eagles, and can Philadelphia beat Detroit in Ford Field; plus our thoughts to go out to Bloomsburg University play by play voice Jim Doyle who was injured in a fall before Christmas.
Steve is joined by Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Didinger in the first segment to discuss the Eagles playoff victory over the Packers. Then we talk about Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton returning to Penn State in 2025 and why it reminds Steve of a famous Penn State team of the 80s.
Pro Football Hall of Fame Ray Didinger joins us to talk the Eagles playoff victory over the Packers. Nakobe Dean's injury. The emergence of Jalen Carter. Underrated Dallas Goedert. Some stories some of old NFL
Mike joins us to wrap up the Penn State season and the Orange Bowl. How do the Nittany Lions retain players in this new era of college football? Some things to look for this offseason for the Nittany Lions and the changing face of college football, and media coverage.
Steve opens the show with some talk with Saquon Barkley's play at the end of the Eagles playoff game, and the Nick Singleton story from this morning then Steve's thoughts on the Orange Bowl, Penn State's season and Drew Allar. Then Statecollege.com's Mike Poorman joins us to discuss the Orange Bowl and Penn State's plans in the offseason.
Neal Coolong joins Steve to talk about what's going on with George Pickens and the Wild Card matchup with the Ravens. Also, Tony Simeone, voice of the Fighting Irish, and Steve set the scene for the Orange Bowl.
Tony Simeone joins Steve to get you ready for Penn State-Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl.
What's going on with George Pickens? Neal Coolong wonders that too as the we get ready for Steelers-Ravens on Saturday.
Matt Catrillo joins Steve to give his thoughts on the NFL playoffs, plus an early look at the Irish and Nittany Lions.
Steve is joined by Steelers play by play voice Rob King in the first segment to discuss some Penn State and the Steelers. Then the King returns to discuss the College playoffs and our bowl pick records.
Rob joins the show to discuss the Steelers, but first Rob wants to talk a little Penn State football; then Rob and Steve talk about the Steelers' stretch and some positives Pittsburgh can build on. Watching Joe Burrow; George Pickens; Rob's thoughts on the Eagles; and Will the Steelers ever play on a Sunday again?
Steve talks his schedule and the Penn State football team's schedule over the next couple of days then Penn State men's hockey plays at Wrigley Field tonight, and the elements the Brian Tripp has to endure; then Steve gives a thumbnail sketch of Notre Dame ahead of Thursday's semifinal matchup.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the first segment to discuss the Steelers and the NFL; then we are joined by Randy from Danville for call in the second segment to discuss more of the Fiesta Bowl
Neal joins the show to discuss the NFL and the Pittsburgh Steelers; was expansion good for the NFL playoffs; the Steelers play over the last month; if he was Steelers GM, how would he handle George Pickens in offseason; the play of Joe Burrow and how the Bengals might be the wrong opponent for the Steelers right now in Week 17.
After some Fiesta Bowl highlights, AllPennState.com's Mark Wogenrich joins the show to discuss Tuesday's win over Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl. The defense's game plan for Ashton Jeanty; the play of Penn State's running backs; the Penn State philosophy of going 1-0 and the importance of the mantra in the playoffs; the grind of the playoffs
First show of the new year kicks off with a Fiesta Bowl highlights package from Penn State's win and a conversation with Mark Wogenrich about Penn State's win. Then Steve tells his travel story from this weekend and Tom from Arizona calls in to talk about Tuesday's victory.
Steve is joined by T Frank Carr to break down the Boise State team before the Fiesta Bowl; then in the second segment we discuss the NFL's Netflix ratings.
T. Frank has watched a lot of tape on Boise State and gives us a deep dive on Broncos. Of course we start with Ashton Jeanty; the worst tackling team in the country; Boise State's competition; Boise's QB and Boise's defensive scheme
Nate joins the show to talk PSU football and a little hoops: the importance of routine for the Fiesta Bowl; the team's performance against SMU; Ashton Jeanty; Thoughts on the CFP; then some PSU hoops thoughts
Steve opens the show with some talk about the Bowl games: Pat Narduzzi's lack of aggression; the entertainment value of the bowl games and the horrid Thursday Nigh game; we talk some PSU hoops and Ashton Jeanty; then on3.com Nate Bauer joins us to talk the Fiesta Bowl, a little hoops.
Steve talks a little more about the NFL's hubris, then we discuss some interesting Boise State numbers behind the numbers in the second segment.
Merry Christmas and Steve is back to talk the NFL games on Netflix on Christmas; the performances by the Steelers and the Ravens; and the ego of the NFL
Steve is joined by Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle to discuss Penn State's win over SMU and the opening week of the first CFP and then Steve discusses Penn State women winning the Volleyball National Championship on Sunday.
Neal joins the show to discuss the Steelers loss to the Ravens on Saturday and the state of the Steelers before the final two games of the season. Then Steve and Neal discuss the Lions and Vikings.
Rich joins the show to discuss Saturday's win over SMU; the atmosphere at Beaver Stadium; the play of the defense; some thoughts on fans being unhappy with James Franklin; Ashton Jeanty; some overall thoughts on the CFP and some tweaks Rich and Steve would like to see
Steve opens the show with highlights from Saturday's win over SMU; then Steve gives you his thoughts on Saturday's game and some Ashton Jeanty numbers; then Steve discuss the team's schedule for the Fiesta Bowl. Then in the second segment, Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle joins us to discuss the Penn State victory over SMU and some thoughts on the National picture in the CFP with some tweaks that he and Steve would like to see.
Steve is joined by Frank Bodani of the York Daily Record to discuss Saturday's SMU-Penn State game; then the King joins the show in the final segment.
Frank joins the show to discuss the playoff game on Saturday with SMU: PSU-paths to victory; SMU-paths to victory; how some of SMU underlying numbers are strange and some of the reasons for that; then we get Frank's thoughts on the three other playoff games this weekend
Steve gives his final thoughts on SMU-Penn State and then talks Penn State's amazing late-night victory in the women's volleyball Final Four over Nebraska on Thursday night. Then we discuss tonight's game between Indiana and Notre Dame and having too much time to discuss the the opening round of the College Football Playoff.
Steve talks some more about Saturday; then we discuss Alabama looking for small dollar donors for the Crimson Tide and in the next segment; Steve helps the Crimson Tide with a commercial and we discuss PSU's safety depth as Jaylen Reed practiced Wednesday after Saturday's car accident.
Lia joins the show to discuss the SMU Mustangs: the biggest improvement in the Mustangs since the beginning of year; QB Kevin Jennings; Breshard Smith along with Kobe Smith; have the Mustangs captured the Dallas-Fort Worth area; and the advantages of SMU moving to the ACC
Steve dives into some of the SMU numbers before Saturday; and one number that is very strange for the Mustangs; then in the second segment we talk about the Jets owner making decisions with Madden and not to take the human element out of sports; the yesterday's court decision involving the Vanderbilt QB
Steve takes some calls in the first segment (Larry from Lewisburg and Dan). Then in the second segment: We are joined by Mike DeCourcy of the Sporting News and BTN to talk CFP and a little college hoops.
Mike joins the show to discuss the College Football Playoff and the excitement around the bracket. Why it took so long for college football to get to this point? The game is looking forward too the most (IU-Notre Dame); then Steve and Mike talk a little early season men's college basketball.
Steve is joined by Rich Phillips the SMU radio voice; then we talk the playoff this week and take some calls.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong to talk some Steelers-Eagles from Sunday and the upcoming Ravens game on Saturday; then SU coach Tom Perkovich joins the show to discuss the River Hawks appearance in this weekend's NCAA Division III football semifinals.
The River Hawks coach Tom Perkovich joins us to talk Saturday's win in the NCAA Division III quarters over Bethel; the character of the River Hawks with two wins in the final seconds in the last two weeks; the 5th year guys coming back; what Drew Robinson means to the team; we talk a bit about Saturday's opponent North Central.
The River Hawks face North Central at 3:30 est on Saturday.
Neal joins Steve to discuss Sunday's Steelers-Eagles game; the importance of George Pickens because of the lack of WR depth; TJ Watt injury; thoughts on Saturday's game with the Ravens.
Rich joins the show to discuss SMU and Saturday's game with Penn State. They talk the switch to Kevin Jennings at QB; the transfer RB from Miami that moved from WR; the Mustangs' injuries; SMU's defense and it's defensive tackles. the advantages of the a strong kicker; moving into the ACC.
Steve is joined in the first segment by Matt Catrillo. They discuss some Eagles, then get into an expanded NCAA College Men's Basketball Tournament. Then Steve is joined by SMU radio play-by-play voice Rich Phillips to discuss the Mustangs and Saturday's game with Penn State.
Steve talk Beau Pribula transfer and the return for his senior year of QB Drew Allar; we then get caught on up on Women's Volleyball in the Final Four
Drew joins Steve to talk about Saturday's win over Bethel (Mn.) in the Division III football playoffs. Drew tells about the last play; winning on the final play in each of the last two weeks; the group of graduate students that opted to return for this season.
Pro football Hall of Famer Ray Didinger joins the show to discuss the Eagles-Steelers game, and what has been the biggest difference for Philly this year. His thoughts on the Eagles' D improvement, and playing QB in Philadelphia.
Steve talks about Beau Pribula into transfer portal, then we talk with Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Didinger about the Eagles vs. Steelers game and Susquehanna linebacker Drew Robinson about the River Hawks' win in the Division III quarterfinals.
Bob Nightengale of USA Today joins the show to discuss all the news in baseball from the Winter Meetings: Juan Soto leaving the Yankees for the Mets; and why didn't it work in San Diego for Soto; Yankees moves this off season after losing out on Soto; Boston's trade for Garrett Crochet; What will the Phillies do? Ray's and A's situations and what are the next dominoes to fall in free agency.
Steve, the King and Todd make their bowl picks for 2024 in the first segment; then in the second segment: USA Today's Bob Nightengale gets us caught up from this week's Major League Baseball Winter Meetings.
Nick Farabaugh of pennlive.com joins us to talk the Steelers plus the Steelers-Eagles game this weekend. Russell Wilson's becoming the starter; J.J. Watt this season; the Steelers banking wins this season and the rest of the schedule; defending Derek Henry vs. defending Saquon Barkley
Steve opens the show talking how the fans will play a big role for Penn State at Beaver Stadium against SMU; The Mustangs haven't played in front of a crowd larger than 55,000 this season. Then in the second segment, Steve is joined by pennlive's Nick Farabaugh to talk the Steelers and Steelers vs. Eagles game on Sunday.
Steve is joined by Adam Rittenberg of ESPN in the first segment to discuss the Big Ten title game, SMU and Heisman Trophy race plus hear Penn State's 2025 football schedule; then Steve is joined by Mike Poorman of StateCollege.com to discuss Penn State's game with Oregon; the financial impact of the football playoff on State College and some other college football thoughts.
Mike joins the show to discuss Saturday's game with Oregon; his thoughts on the playoff game with SMU; ticket demand in State College; the impact of the game on State College with graduation the same weekend; his thoughts on the overall playoff set up and the current state of college football.
Adam joins the show to discuss the Big Ten title game between Oregon and Penn State; his thoughts on the SMU team that visits Beaver Stadium next Saturday; Fired up for home playoff games in the CFP; Gauging the Heisman race; Ashton Jeanty's performance this season along with Travis Hunter; then we get Adam's opinions on the new era of college football.
Steve starts with Penn State men's basketball loss to Rutgers on Tuesday night. Some thoughts on SMU...We talk about CBS Sportsline All-America teams; and the work the goes into being a good football team.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the first segment to discuss the Steelers win over the Browns and this week's matchup with the Eagles. Then Susquehanna football coach Tom Perkovich joins us to discuss the River Hawks win over Saint John's (Minn.) and this weekend's contest in the Division III quarterfinals with Bethel (Minn.) on Saturday at noon in Selinsgrove.
Susquehanna coach Tom Perkovich is back to discuss last week's win over Saint John's (Minn.) in the Division III football Round of 16 and this week's quarterfinal with Bethel (Minn.). We talk the River Hawks handling adversity last week; how they handle practice this late in the season; prepping for a playoff game at the Division III level and what to look for from Bethel.
Saturday's game is at Noon at Susquehanna University in Selinsgrove. Come out and support the River Hawks: admission is $8 for adults and $4 for kids.
Neal Coolong joins the show to discuss the Steelers win over the Browns; Pittsburgh's schedule the rest of the year; the Steelers run defense versus Saquon Barkley this week; Joey Porter, Jr., penalty issues; Jalen Hurts and is there something more the Steelers can do with Justin Fields.
We talk some college football news with the transfer portal and Carson Beck's injury. Some Athlete requests to the House settlement. In the second segment: Matt Catrillo joins the show to discuss the CFP bracket and ticket pricing; what's going on in the Eagles passing game and Juan Soto to the Mets.
We talk some College football players and Penn State's big hoops win on Thursday along with some NFL
We get right into the College Football playoff, and what the committee got correct. We talk some about the Big 10 title game as well. Then we talk a little Juan Soto and then We talk some SMU
We talk a little NBA with Lakers struggling and 76ers; then Steve gives his thoughts on the Oregon-Penn State matchup; then James Crepea of the Oregonian joins us to discuss Saturday night's Big Ten Championship game and the Ducks.
Oregon beat writer James Crepea of the Oregonian joins us to discuss the Ducks and the Big Ten Championship game. We talk about how people didn't think Oregon was equipped for the Big Ten; Dillon Gabriel at QB, Oregon's early season problems up front and how that has changed drastically this season to become strength; the Ducks coming to the Big Ten and what Oregon fans thought about the switch.
Brad joins the show to talk Saturday's Big Ten Championship game between Oregon and Penn State. Nessler gives his thoughts on Oregon and QB Dillon Gabriel and the strength of the Ducks' lines. We talk Drew Allar and what Brad likes about the Nittany Lions. We get some thoughts on the playoff as well.
Steve is joined by Brad Nessler to open the program to talk Saturday's Big Ten Championship game. Then in the second segment, Steve discusses how much he enjoys the College Football Playoff and meaningful it made the back half of the season.
We spend the first segment talking the College Football Playoff and what isn't going to chance regardless of what happens this weekened; then we discuss UCF reaching out to USC coach Lincoln Reilly and some other thoughts on the CFP
Dick joins the show to break down Thursday's Big Ten opener with Purdue: why the Nittany Lions have to play the man and not the uniform; what PSU can take away from Purdue's game with Marquette; PSU must PRESS (purdue is in the bottom of five of pace of play)
Jack Ham joins the show to discuss this Penn State Nittany Lions squad; their consistency this season; the play of Drew Allar; his thoughts on defense; and some thoughts on this weekend's Big Ten Championship game.
It's Color Guy Wednesday in the first hour: in the first segment, we are joined by Jack Ham to discuss the Penn State football team and this weekend's Big Ten Championship game with Oregon; then in the second segment, Dick Jerardi gets us ready for Thursday's Big Ten opener with Purdue in men's basketball.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong to discuss the Steelers' win over the Bengals and some thoughts on some of the other happenings around the NFL; then we talk Wednesday's signing day, and why is the early signing period in December and not in August.
Neal joins the show to discuss the Steelers' win over the Bengals: How bad was the Bengals D on Sunday? Joe Burrow's play; surprise with how the Ravens are playing; are the Eagles the best team in the NFC? the Browns and the Steelers face off again; and what's going on with the Chiefs.
Steve talks all-Big Ten football teams; then Matt joins the show to discuss the Penn State-Maryland post game and his thoughts on the flag planting from this weekend; then Steve talks the College Football playoff; some thoughts on Oregon and Penn State men's hoops opening the Big Ten season on Thursday with Purdue.
Steve is joined by Nate Bauer in the first segment to discuss this weekend's Big Ten Championship game; then Steve talks about his upcoming week and we talk a little more college football and the Eagles and the Steelers games from yesterday.
Nate joins the show to discuss his reaction to Michigan beating Ohio State; Penn State's 4-game win streak; Seeding possibilities if the Nittany Lions lose to Oregon; Nate projecting the seeds for BWI and using analytics and how evenly matched the Ducks and Penn State are
Steve talks College Football Playoff scenarios with Penn State in the Big Ten Championship game; and a look at Oregon; then we talk Ohio State-Michigan, the game and the fight along with planting your flag on your opponents' logo
Jeff Ermann joins the show to discuss Maryland football in the first segment; then we discuss Turf vs. Grass in football
InsideMDSports' Jeff Ermann joins the show to discuss Terps' football - Penn State's opponent this week at Beaver Stadium. We hear about receiver Ty Felton; the quarterback situation for Maryland; Maryland's defensive pluses and minuses; the situation around the Terps after a tough season and what could happen over the next week or two in the program.
The River Hawks' coach joins the program to tell us about Susquehanna's successes this season ahead of Susquehanna's 2nd round Division III playoff game with Hobart in Selinsgrove at noon on Saturday. You can tickets here: https://suriverhawks.com/sports/2022/10/31/hometown-ticketing.aspx
Or at the game Doug Arthur Field in Selinsgrove.
Susquehanna football coach Tom Perkovich joins the show to talk the River Hawks' Division III playoff game with Hobart at noon on Saturday in Selinsgrove. Tickets here: https://suriverhawks.com/sports/2022/10/31/hometown-ticketing.aspx. Then Doug from Wellsboro calls to talk Senior Day at Beaver Stadium. Then we talk some college sports.
Steve is joined by Jody Mac to talk some Philadelphia sports (the Eagles and 76ers) and some Jets talk; the Steve talks the College football playoff (it's snapshot of the week) and ESPN's bracket isn't correct until the 12 teams are picked.
Jody McDonald from WIP to talk some Philly Sports (and some Jets sprinkled in): watching Saquon and some Eagles' talk; we touch on the Jets' issues; What in world is going on with the 76ers; and the standings of the NBA Cup
Steve is joined by T Frank Carr of on3.com to talk his film work on the Penn State football team; then Steve and Todd talk some college hoops and how the Eagles and Lions matchup this season.
Neal Coolong joins the show to discuss the Steelers loss to Browns and other news in the NFL; the Tim Kurkijan of ESPN joins the show
Neal joins the show to talk the Steelers' loss to Browns last Thursday and how it happened. What's wrong with T.J. Watt? Fields in the red zone and some thoughts on other news around the NFL
Steve talks Mack Brown firing and then Matt joins the show to discuss the 76ers' struggles, the Eagles and his new found love of the Flyers; then Steve talks his schedule this week; his thoughts on the Minnesota game and the upcoming Maryland game. Then we talk a little Penn State-Clemson men's hoops.
Steve is joined by the Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella to talk Saturday's Minnesota game and then Dick Jerardi talks Penn State men's basketball.
The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins us to discuss Saturday's win over Maryland: the fourth-quarter drive to seal the game; a deep dive into the fake punt to Luke Reynolds; the Injuries coming out of the game with Minnesota; PSU's depth; the greatness of Tyler Warren; Fans not understanding how good Drew Allar has been; and thoughts on the past weekend in college football.
Steve give his thoughts on Saturday's game with Minnesota, some thoughts on the final drive and the fake punt; then we discuss the basketball team (Steve is in the Florida with the basketball team); then we discuss Saturday's wackiness in college football and why Steve isn't paying attention to the College Football Playoff talk, yet.
Steve talks with Minnesota play-by-play voice Mike Grimm to discuss the Golden Gophers, then Steve talks about last night's big win for the Penn State men's basketball team; and his thoughts on Saturday's football game.
The play-by-play voice of the Minnesota Golden Gophers football team, Mike Grimm, joins the show. He and Steve talk about the Minnesota's ability to produce turnovers and what it means for the Gophers offense..the Short passing attack of the Golden Gophers...transfer portal additions from Bucknell and New Hampshire have impracted team. QB Max Brosmer and what he did since he arrived from New Hampshire.
Randy Johnson of the Star Tribune joins the show to discuss the Minnesota Golden Gophers: QB Max Brosmer and the transfer portal...what to look for offense and defense for Minnesota..Keeping Koi Perich in state and away from Oregon and Ohio State..his thoughts on the new Big Ten
T Frank Carr of on3.com joins the show to break down some Penn State players from studying film. We talk Drew Allar, Steve and T Frank discuss Nick Singleton's ability to catch; The offensive line play in the run and pass; Abdul Carter's performance this season
Steve talks some Penn State football with T Frank Carr of the on3.com in the first segment and we get prepared for Minnesota with Star Tribune's Randy Johnson
Missi joins the show to discuss the Steelers: What it's like to be on the sidelines for the Ravens-Steelers rivalry; Russell Wilson impact on the Steelers; How Russ' deep balls open other parts of the offense; Joey Porter Jr. in his second year and more.
ESPN's Tim Kurkjian joins the show to talk the Rays situation for beyond this season; will the A's get to Las Vegas; we talk some hot stove with were Tim thinks the impact free agents will be pitchers; everything on hold until Juan Soto makes a situation; Soto might get HOW MUCH?; Paul Skenes winning Rookie of the Year; Dave Dombrowski and how the Phillies might approach free agency; then we talk a little Hall of Fame, who might get in, Tim's approach to the ballot and some of Tim's thoughts on the players on this year's ballot.
Steve is joined by ESPN's Tim Kurkijan to talk the Rays situation; hot stove and some hall of fame; then Missi Matthews of the Steelers Radio Network talks to us about the Steelers-Ravens game and her thoughts on the season so far.
Steve's partner on the Penn State men's basketball broadcasts Dick Jerardi joins the show. They talk Ace Baldwin; the difference in the Lions' speed and length; how they match up with Purdue; tonight's game with another Purdue..Purdue-Fort Wayne...they also discuss, Nick Kern, Zach Hicks, Yanic Niederhauser and Puff Johnson.
Steve is joined by Bucknell men's coach John Griffin in the first segment; then we cover Penn State's men's hoops with Steve and Dick Jerardi
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong to discuss the Steelers' victory over the Ravens and a little talk about the Jets GM job after Joe Douglas was fired earlier today. Then Todd and Steve discuss what the correct number of game for the professional sports might be.
Neal and Steve discuss the Steelers' win over the Ravens: how the Steelers pulled it off...why they have Lamar Jackson's number...Justin Tucker's struggles..and then Joe Douglas GM Of the Jets is fired...Steve and Neal discuss what's wrong in New York.
We talk the outrageous numbers in both viewers and cash from Jake Paul-Mike Tyson on Netflix; what those numbers might mean for Christmas Day's football games; then we are joined by Matt Catrillo in the second segment for some college football and 76ers talk.
Steve is joined by Mark Wogrenrich, the Publisher of Penn State on SI, to discuss Saturday's game with Purdue and some thoughts on the playoff picture as it relates to the Nittany Lions and nationally. Then in the second half hour, we talk Jake Paul and Mike Tyson on Netflix and the upcoming NFL games on the channel plus the undefeated Penn State men's basketball team.
Mark and Steve touch a little bit on the PSU's blowout of Purdue and also discuss does the Big Ten Schedule prepare teams for the playoff (The SEC is whining again); The playoff and how its improved college football; they also discuss is Drew Allar overshadowed by Tyler Warren currently, and the importance of getting up early on the Purdue and beware of the Golden Gophers.
Bucknell coach John Griffin joins the show to discuss his teams wild week with two double overtime games in Sojka Pavilion. We talk how they handled the loss on Wednesday to Mount Saint Mary's and how that lead to Saturday's performance against Richmond. Nolan Williamson's performance on Saturday; how his team handled this week; How the staff will handle practice this week and a little bit on NJIT
Steve talks the Steelers-Ravens game and how it doesn't matter how you win in the NFL just that you do win; then we talk the Eagles victory from Thursday; then Steve talks with Bucknell coach John Griffin about the Bucknell's wild week.
Bo joins us to discuss the Ravens as we head into Sunday's showdown: Kyle Randolph's availability for Sunday and what he means to the Ravens D; The Ravens defensive performance overall; Roquan Smith; How the Ravens will defend Russell Wilson; Derek Henry and being around him everyday; Zay Flowers and Mark Andrews; then we go talk about Lamar Jackson.
We talk about the Rays not being able to play in the Trop after hurricane damage in October and the A's move to Las Vegas; then we go in depth on the Baltimore Ravens before Sunday's game with the Steelers with Bo Smolka of The PressBox
CDT's Jon Sauber joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the Penn State football team: overall thoughts on their spot at No. 4 in the CFP and Jon's thoughts on the CFP; Drew Allar is underappreciated; the defense and how its played; some love for Bowling Green football team; then we talk some PSU men's hoops and how Yanic Neiderhauser changes the Nittany Lions' post season ceiling.
We start with the CDT's Jon Sauber to discuss Penn State football and some men's hoops before Saturday's game with Purdue; then in the second segment: Gregg Wetzel joins us to discuss Friday night's Class 3A district championship game between Lewisburg and Danville.
Tim joins the show to discuss the Purdue football: covering a struggling team; the running back; Purdue's own outstanding TE; the defense; Ryan Walters future and Purdue fans still hanging in with the Boilermakers.
Neal Coolong joins us in the first segment for some Steelers' talk; then Tim Newton, the voice of Purdue football, tells us about the Boilermakers.
Steve is joined in the first segment by Neal Coolong to discuss the Steelers' win over the Commanders and the upcoming game with the Ravens; then we talk about strength of schedule as it relates to tonight's second CFP rankings.
Neal joins the show to discuss Sunday's win over the Commanders and this week's game with the Ravens. Steve and Neal talk the Steelers' fourth quarter, the buy-in from the other players on Russell Wilson; the O-line play; the next two months for the Steelers; Lamar vs. Steelers.
Steve is joined by Matt to start the show: Matt is upset with how the 76ers handled the Joel Embiid situation with Philly Inquirer reporter and his preseason injuries; along with some Yankees and Eagles talk; In the second segment, we discuss some games this weekend to watch that will impact the College Football Playoff bracket.
Steve is joined by Mike Poorman of StateCollege.com in the first segment to discuss the Penn State-Washington game; then we discuss the College football playoff scenarios in the Big Ten and SEC and Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia suing the NCAA
Mike Poorman of StateCollege.com joins us to talk Saturday's Penn State game with Washington and some other issues surrounding college sports: Was the first half PSU's best half of football in a few years? The White Out environment and why in the world was it on Peacock? Drew Allar; the offensive line; Tom Allen; the defensive adjustments; and working the freshmen in and balancing red shirts along with some talk on roster construction and why college teams need 120 players.
Bucknell men's basketball coach John Griffin joins the show to discuss the opening week of the season for the Bison. What they learned from the trip to Rupp Arena? Preparing for the Wildcats one day...learning from the experience and the Bison open their home schedule with Mount St. Mary's on Wednesday.
In the first segment: Steve and Todd get caught up on high school football from the weekend and the NFL, and then Steve gives his thoughts on Washington-Penn State; then Bucknell coach John Griffin joins the show.
Bob Kesling is retiring at Tennesse which leads to a story from an Outback Bowl, which leads to a discussion on using spotters, then we talk the Thursday Night Football Game ending; We talk a little hoops; and Steve tells a JoePa story.
Bob Flounders of pennlive.com joins the show to discuss Saturday's game with Washington: We discuss some things that Bob likes from the first 8 games, and some things the Lions need to improve on; the offensive line; Abdul Carter's adjustment to his new position; the defense; Kobe King
Bob Flounders of pennlive.com joins us in the first segment to discuss Saturday's game with Washington and his thoughts on the Nittany Lions through 8 games; then in the second half hour, Steve gives you a snap shot on the Huskies
The Sporting News' Mike DeCourcy joins Steve to discuss some early season college hoops and then we talk college football news and Mike's thoughts on some of the Big Ten football teams; Then Gregg Wetzel joins the show to discuss Lewisburg's game with Mount Carmel on Friday night in the District 4 Class 3A semifinals on 100.9-FM The Valley.
The Sporting News' Mike DeCourcy joins the show to talk college basketball and football. We talk to Mike about some early season hoops; then we dive into college football; how much the playoff has made November more meaningful; Mike did a story today on Florida keeping Billy Napier and why; Mike's thoughts on some Big Ten teams: Indiana, Michigan, Oregon, Nebraska and of course the Nittany Lions.
Tony Castricone, the Washington Huskies play by play voice, joins Steve to discuss Saturday's game. The two discuss Jedd Fisch and the work he's had to do to rebuild it after Kalen DeBoer left for Alabama; the running back Jonah Coleman; quarterback Will Rogers; the Washington defense and linebacker Carson Bruener; and how the Huskies and their fan base handle the transition to Big Ten.
Steve is joined by Washington play by play voice Ton Castricone in the opening segment to discuss Saturday's game with the Huskies; then in the second segment we discuss Florida, Florida State and Nebraska and their failures in common over the last 20 years.
Steve talks the first batch of College Football Playoff rankings from Tuesday night; then we talk some Washington-Penn State; then we talk some Joel Embiid and Randy from Selinsgrove calls in to ask what the bowl structure will look like with the New College Football Playoff.
Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette joins Steve to first lament a bit about Penn State's loss to Ohio State; then we cover the Mike Williams acquisition; the Steelers toughest stretch of the season upcoming; Russell Wilson; Joey Porter Jr.'s play and more
Steve is joined in the first segment by Nate Bauer as they discuss last week's game with Ohio State and some Penn State men's hoops; then Steve is joined by Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette to discuss the Steelers.
We are joined with Neal Coolong to talk all the latest Steelers news, including the trade for Jets receiver Mike Williams; the Steve gives a sad update on Kirk Herbstreit's dog Ben; Saquon Barkley's play against the Jags; his speech this morning and the fact the white out is on Peacock.
Neal joins us on NFL trade deadline day, so we have some breaking new to talk about as the Steelers acquired Mike Williams from the Jets; then we talk Van Jefferson's performance; Arthur Smith's offenses and Steelers defense. The Preston Smith news broke after the segment.
We start with some men's hoops talk as PSU routed Binghamton on Monday night; then Matt Catrillo joins us to talk Yankees, Eagles and his thoughts on Saturday's Penn State game; then we talks some Washington Huskies and the upcoming District 4 football playoffs.
Nate Bauer of Blue White Illustrated/on3.com joins Steve and they try to help fans get over Saturday's loss to Ohio State: Better for BWI's business, a win or loss; The message boards actually handled PSU loss better than the national media; Still something for PSU to play for: Coach Franklin's Monday press conference and then we take a quick look at the hoops opener.
Nate Bauer of Blue White Illustrated/on3.com joins Steve and they try to help fans get over Saturday's loss to Ohio State: Better for BWI's business, a win or loss; The message boards actually handled PSU loss better than the national media; Still something for PSU to play for: Coach Franklin's Monday press conference and then we take a quick look at the men's hoops opener.
We spend the first segment discussing the Penn State-Ohio State game: falling six yards short, decision making on the goal line, officiating; and everything is still in front of Penn State; in the second segment: we talk Washington-Penn State on streaming and we discuss the Huskies.
Steve is joined by Patrick Murphy of Bucknuts 24/7 to discuss Saturday's game between Penn State and Ohio State; then Steve discusses is sports better now than the past? In someways, yes; and in other ways, no.
Ohio State beat writer Patrick Murphy of Bucknuts 24/7 joins us from the road on his way from Columbus to discuss all things Ohio State: What they learned from the Oregon loss; What is going on at Left Tackle for the Buckeyes; what he's seen from Will Howard; the culture of the Ohio State receiver room and Murphy's thoughts on the game with the Nittany Lions.
We go in depth about Ohio State-Penn State game as Steve gives his thoughts about the game in the opening segment; then in the second segment we discuss the college football weekend around the country.
High School Football round table for 10-31-2024: Gregg Wetzel discusses Lewisburg as the Green Dragons have a bye as the No. 2-seed in District 4 Class 3A playoffs; then Steve Briggs then talks Selinsgrove as they travel to Jersey Shore on Friday for a District 4 Class 4A playoffs semifinal.
CBS Sports' Brad Nessler joins the show to discuss Big Ten football: we cover Oregon, the Big Ten expansion, moving from the SEC to the Big Ten; the Michigan quarterback situation and Brad's thoughts on the Nittany Lions.
CBS Sports' Brad Nessler joins the show in the first segment to discuss Big Ten football (Oregon, the expansion, Michigan and Brad's thoughts on Penn State); then we have a first week of playoff High school Football Round table with Lewisburg's Gregg Wetzel and Selinsgrove's Steve Briggs.
Steve talks the Yankees fans that interfered in the World Series game with Mookie Betts, and how it’s much different then Jeffrey Maier or Steve Bartman; Doug from Wellsboro has some questions about Penn State-Ohio State; then Steve says that the 12-team playoff hasn’t watered down the regular season at all.
Ohio State football play by play voice Paul Keels joins the show to discuss Saturday's game. We touch on what the Buckeyes learned from the Oregon game; Will Howard at QB; the offensive line woes; defensive line strength.
Steve is at QB club so Todd discusses the High School soccer, field hockey and football players; then Ohio State play by play voice Paul Keels joins the show.
Mark Brennan of Lions 24/7 to discuss Penn State football: Beau Pribula in action against Wisconsin and Andy Kotelnecki’s expertise at getting the most out of his players; Penn State’s ridiculous success on first down; the lack of ego on the Penn State team and Tom Allen as a defensive coordinator.
Neal joins the show to discuss Anthony Richardson tapping out for the Colts; What two games of Russell Wilson under center has meant to the Steelers; The Steelers defensive performance; then some officiating talk.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong to discuss the Anthony Richarson situation with the Colts, and the Steelers performance in Monday’s night’s win over the Giants; then Mark Brennan of Lions 24/7 joins the show to discuss the Wisconsin win and Saturday’s game with Ohio State
We talk a little about Bears and Commanders and the Colts QB Anthony Richardson, then Matt Catrillo joins the show: we talk about the Yankees struggling in the World Series, especially Aaron Judge; then Steve discusses more on Anthony Richardson tapping his helmet for the Colts to come out of the game and Joel Embiid.
Steve is joined by Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle to discuss Saturday's game with Wisconsin and this week's contest with Ohio State; then Chris Raymond joins the show to discuss his book: Men in White: The Gutsy Against-All-Odds Return of Penn State football
Rich joins the show to discuss Saturday's game with Wisconsin: the mental toughness of this Penn State team; Beau Pribula's performance in relief of Drew Allar; Jaylen Reed's interception; Andy Kotelnecki adjusting the offense for Pribula; then they discuss this week's game with Ohio State.
Bucknell men's basketball coach John Griffin joins the show. We get a preseason preview from Coach as Bucknell opens the season at Delaware on Nov. 4: Coach talks about what he learned in the preseason; How the scrimmage went at St. Joe's on Saturday and what the Bison get out of it; what it means to have both point guards back; the improvement of Noah Williamson; plus Coach's thoughts on going back to Hawk Hill on Saturday.
Steve talks about Saturday's win over Wisconsin; updates us on Deni Dennis Sutton and Drew Allar; then Bucknell men's basketball coach John Griffin joins the show to preview the Bucknell's 2024-2025 season which opens at Delaware on Nov. 4
The Athletic's Audrey Snyder joins the show to discuss Penn State football: We get her thoughts on the early part of the season; Drew Allar's maturation; the play of the defense and the offensive line among other topics; then Steve and Audrey discuss the Wisconsin game
We cover a variety of topics in the first segment around college football and the NBA, including PSU-Wisconsin, Grayson McCall retirement and the Wall at the new Clippers arena. The Athletic's Audrey Snyder joins us in the second segment
Our Week 10 High School Football Roundtable with Gregg Wetzel covering the Little Brown Jug between Lewisburg and Mifflinburg; then Todd covers Selinsgrove-Danville and Shikellamy-Southern Columbia plus the Coal Bucket between undefeated Shamokin and 7-2 Mount Carmel
USA Today's Bob Nightengale joins us to talk the greatness of Fernando Venezuela and the World Series that opens on Friday night.
Steve talks with USA Today's Bob Nightengale about Fernando Valenzuela and the upcoming World Series; then we have our final regular season High School Football Roundtable
Steve talks a bit about the upcoming World Series and the new Oakland A's Stadium and the shortsightedness of MLB; then we talk about an ESPN story that asks if tours of Jerry World are causing the Cowboys issues.
Matt joins us to talk Wisconsin football and Saturday's game with Penn State: Steve and Matt talk the keys to the three-game winning streak; Wisconsin QB play and offense; they discuss the defense and Lepay's thoughts on the new Big Ten
Steve is away for QB Club so Todd talks local High School football, soccer and cross-country; the second segment Wisconsin play-by-play voice Matt Lepay joins us
Steve is joined by Steelers play by play voice Rob King in the opening segment; then we talk a little more Tony Bennett; then the King is back; Steve and the King cover Steve going into a Hall of Fame this Sunday; a story from a game in the 90s; and they talk Penn State's win over USC
Steve is joined in the first segment by Neal Coolong to discuss this week's Steelers game; then in the second segment we discuss too many teams in high school sports playoffs
Neal joins the show to discuss Russell Wilson performance from Sunday night: the good, the bad and the middling; the Jets game plan for J.J. Watt; Aaron Rodgers' performance and could the Steelers put Wilson and Fields on the field together at the same time?
We open with some MLB playoffs talk and the WNBA Players Union Opting out of its collective agreement; then Matt Catrillo joins the show to talk Yankees, Eagles and some dumb Fox TV moves.
Steve talks more college football; then Dick from Milton calls in; then we discuss the success of Curt Cignetti and the Indians Hoosiers
Steve talks the MLB playoffs to open the show along with the Steelers and the Eagles; then we discuss the happenings this weekend in college football.
Steelers play by play voice Rob King joins the show to discuss Justin Fields, Russell Wilson and what he might bring to the table (recorded before George Pickens let the cat out of the bag); the Steelers' formula for victory; T.J. Watt; a look at Sunday night's opponent the Jets, and why Daniel Craig is the best James Bond
Phil Steele joins Steve to discuss all things college football: we start with Phil's thoughts on Penn State; we cover Oregon, Texas, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, Indiana and various programs throughout the countr
Steve is joined by Phil Steele in the first segment to discuss college football all over the country; then we talk Yankees-Guardians game from Thursday night and Tony Bennett stepping down at UVa.
We talk with T. Frank Carr about his film looks at the Penn State football team: Drew Allar's season so far; Tyler Warren, Beau Pribula; Julian Fleming's big fourth down plays against USC; some of the defensive adjustments Tom Allen has had to make; and some players the Lions might be looking to get up to speed during the bye w
T. Frank Carr joins the show of On3.com to discuss his film look at Penn State; then in second segment some discussion about the MLB playoffs and what might happen next year with the Rays.
We get ready for Week 9 of the High School football season: Gregg Wetzel talks Lewisburg and Montoursville; Steve Briggs on Selinsgrove and Berwick and the Chief on Shikellamy and Danville. Come for the previews; stay for some George Curry stories.
Adam Rittenberg of ESPN joins the show to discuss Big Ten and national college football: We get his thoughts on the two big, Big Ten games last weekend (Penn St. at USC, Ohio St. at Oregon); Dillion Gabriel the Oregon quarterback answers some questions about his own play; We get Rittenberg's thoughts on Ohio State and the University of Texas.
ESPN's Adam Rittenberg joins us in the first segment to talk Big Ten football and some national college football; then we do the week 9 High School Football Roundtable
Greg joins the show to discuss Penn State's win over USC: the things we learned about the Nittany Lions; the performances of Tyler Warren and Julian Fleming; has the Penn State defense become underrated; Drew Allar's performance and then we talk some wrestling with Greg
Greg Pickel of on3.com joins the show to discuss Saturday's win over USC: the questions it answered for the Nittany Lions; then in the second segment we talk a bit about college sports and $ and the cost for PSU if all of the sports' roster limits are met next year.
Scott joins the show to talk a Phillies post mortem on the 2024 season. What happened against the Mets? and what happened over the last half of the regular season? Why didn't Wheeler go long in Game one; then we get into the 2025 thoughts on the team; what they might do in the off season - not much - and some places they could improve.
We start with a discussion of who has done a better job as coordinator for PSU and Steve thoughts sparked by a radio show appearance today; then Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer joins the show for Phillies 2024 post mortem and an off-season preview.
Steve talks with Neal Coolong about the Steelers and Justin Fields, Devante Adams and Aaron Rodgers along with officiating. Then Steve explores SoFi Stadium last week; Amari Cooper to the Bills
Neal joins the show for a talk about Russell Wilson and Justin Fields as it looks like Wilson is back at practice this week; then we talk Davante Adams trade; what in the world is going on with the Jets and Aaron Rodgers then we talk officiating after both the Bills and Jets each had more than 10 penalties on Monday night.
Steve talks the MLB Playoffs, the Monday Night game last night, and the officiating; Dan Lannings 12-man on the field play and the Davante Adams trade
We talk a bit about Nick Siranni and coaches maturing; then Steve talks Drew Allar's performance at USC in the second segment
We start with a bit on Saturday's big win; then Matt joins the show to discuss the Eagles and Yankees; in the second segment: more on Saturday's big win.
Tony Knopp of Ticket Manager joins the show to talk the business of college sports and what's he's hearing about the House Settlement; then we talk Penn State and PSU-USC with Nate Bauer of Blue White Illustrated.
Nate's back to give us his impressions about the Penn State football team so far. Some thoughts on USC and how the game might go, plus some instant replay thoughts.
Ticket Manager CEO Tony Knopp joins the show and we do a deep dive on what House settlement means to colleges and universities. Knopp tells us what colleges have been telling him; then we talk about how the English Premier League's model in the 90s might be what's coming to college football (We aren't talking about relegation).
High School Football Roundtable for Week 8: Gregg Wetzel talks the Lewisburg at Shamokin showdown; Coach Steve Briggs of Selinsgrove on Seals at Holidaysburg; Dave Ritchie on Bloomsburg at Shikellamy game
Steve's away for first segment; Todd talks MLB playoffs and some high school football; the second segment is our high school football roundtable for this week.
Neal joins us to talk the Steelers: They talk Justin Fields in depth; some talk about other parts of the offense; then a long discussion on where T.J. Watt was in the fourth quarter on Sunday night.
Steve and Neal Coolong discuss the state of the Steelers; then in the second segment we talk the PSU wrestling schedule (BJC meets are Jan. 31 (Iowa) and Feb. 7 (Michigan)), then we discuss the Met-Phils game this evening.
Steve talks the MLB playoffs, and Zach Wheeler being pulled on Saturday as we talk about Luis Tiant's passing, then Matt Catrillo joins us. Then more on Tiant and the House Settlement.
Mark Wogenrich the Publisher of Penn State on SI joins the show to discuss Saturday's win and the upcoming USC game; then Steve talks some USC and the upsets this weekend in college football
Mark Wogenrich the Publisher of Penn State on SI joins the show to discuss Saturday's win over UCLA, his thoughts on the season so far, the middle of Penn State's defense and some thoughts on instant replay
Todd talks his weekend with the Mets' loss and Seahawks' loss within five minutes of each other. Then Steve talks the Phils-Mets series and MLB playoffs and the excitement of this time of year in sports.
We talk some Penn State and people talking to Steve about point spreads; then Randy from Danville checks in, and Steve tells a story about contracts.
Steve talks last night's MLB playoffs and Howie Roses' call on Mets HR; then we talk some Penn State-UCLA
Frank Bodani of the York Daily Record joins us to talk some Nittany Lion football. Frank gives his overall thoughts so far this season, we discuss running back usage....the offensive line play...expansion in the Big Ten and how the two quarterbacks handle sharing time and Tyler Warren TE extraordinaire
We talk some baseball playoffs and Todd's hopes for tonight for the Mets; then Frank Bodani of the York Daily Record joins us to discuss Penn State football
High School football roundtable: we talk the Rally in the Valley (Shikellamy at Selinsgrove) with Steve Briggs and Dave Ritchie; then Gregg Wetzel joins us to talk Lewisburg at Midd-West.
Steve talks the Mets-Brewers game last night and ESPN's insistence on doing an in-game interview in the top of the 9th, and not paying attention to the game action. Then we have the high school football roundtable for week 7
Retired Phillies' broadcaster Chris Wheeler joins the show talk Pete Rose and his legacy along with Wheels' relationship with the Hit King. Then in the second half of the interview: Chris asks Steve some Penn State questions.
Ben Bolch of the L.A. Times joins Steve to discuss UCLA: the Bruins' struggles; will we see QB Ethan Grabers; the Bruins are one-dimensional on offense and the one dimension isn't great; they discuss the defense; then UCLA's budget problems in the athletic department and it's Ben's first visit to Beaver Stadium.
Ben Bolch of the LA Times joins us to discuss UCLA football, Penn State's opponent this week; then Chris Wheeler joins us to talk Pete Rose; then Chris quizzes Steve on Penn State
Steve's at QB club so Todd talks some high school football and high school sports along with some college expansion; then Steve is back to talk MLB and Diamond Sports not keeping 11 teams TV contract
Neal Coolong joins us to talk the first loss of the season for the Colts: how Mike Tomlin was out-coaches (not that he lost the game), but the Colts gameplan was just better..what Mikah Fitzpatrick was to do when he was penalized and his thoughts on the this week's game with the Cowboys.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong to talk some Steelers in the first segment and Matt Catrillo join us and he's not happy about the Eagles' performance against Tampa Bay on Sunday.
Brett McMurphy joins us to talk all things college expansion: Gonzaga coming to PAC-12; the Mountain West expansion; his opinions on what could be next; then we get Brett's thoughts on the early part of the college football season and cross-country travel for college teams.
Steve talks the death of Pete Rose, and gambling in sports; then in second segment: Action Sports' Brett McMurphy joins us to talk all things college expansion and some thoughts on the early part of the college football season.
Steve talks the onside kick from Minnesota-Michigan and officiating, and Dick from Milton calls in; then Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Didinger in the final half hour
Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle joins Steve for a deep dive on Saturday's win: Rich talks the offensive line's performance; Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen; The interior of the defensive line; Drew Allar's play; Illinois' sequence at the end of the half; Kicker issues; Tyler Warren; some thoughts on UCLA and West Coast Travel
The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins us to discuss Saturday's win over Illinois in the first segment; then Steve gives his thoughts about the game, then Doug from Wellsboro joins us.
We cover a lot of topics with Dennis Dodds of CBS Sports: We get his thoughts on Illinois, then we do a deep dive on expansion: Mountain West, PAC-12, the MAC schools involved, Texas State..then we discuss the possibilities in the ACC.
Steve explains White Out Energy and Coach Franklin didn't just say White out; then we talk some more about Illinois; then the King joins us in the final segment.
Steve talks some high school football, UNLV and Matt Sluka, Illinois and the 94 Penn State team; then Dennis Dodds of CBS Sports joins the show to discuss a little Illinois and a lot of expansion news in college sports.
We are joined by Bob Flounders of pennlive.com to talk college athletics, Penn State football, and this week's game with Illinois. Then in the second half hour, it's the importance of extra curricular activities after Steve read a Fortune magazine article on how GEN Z workers hired in the spring are already being fired.
We talk the current state of college sports with Bob Flounders of pennlive.com then we talk some Penn State football (the nonleague schedule was better than people think, Drew Allar's progress and some thoughts on this Illinois team).
We talk the Matt Sluka case; Bear Alexander and Rowdy Tellez and how sports didn't have a good 24 hours; then the High School football roundtable
Week 6 of the High School roundtable (Gregg Wetzel on Lewisburg-Loyalsock; Steve Briggs on Shamokin-Selinsgrove and Dave Ritchie on Shikellamy-Central Mountain)
We talk with Jody MacDonald in the first segment about the Eagles, Phillies and the 76ers arena project. then we talk UNLV QB Matt Sluka and Bob from Hanover calls the show
Jody Mac join us to discuss all things Philadelphia: we talk analytics, the Eagles defense and what Vic Fangio did a against the Saints; the Eagles WR situation this week against the Bucs; Saquon Barkley; then we dive into the Phillies and Jody Mac's thoughts on the 76ers' downtown arena.
Steve is at QB club: so Todd discusses some local high school sports (cross-country, soccer and some high school football); after the break Steve returns and we spend some time talking UNLV QB Matt Sluka's decision to take a redshirt after not receiving his promised $
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the first segment to discuss the Steelers and Champaign News-Gazette's Loren Tate in the second segment to discuss the Illinois-Penn State game this week
Champaign New-Gazette's Loren Tate joins us to discuss the Illini, which are 4-0 for just the third time in school history. We talk the vibe around the team; the start of QB Luke Altmyer; the offensive line; the depth of Illinois; then we discuss Big Ten Expansion and Illinois celebration of Red Grange upcoming
Neal joins us to talk the Steelers: Justin Fields not making mistakes; can the defense keep it up; love for Nick Herbig; a general discussion of QB play and more Cover-2 talk and how the Steelers play it
We are joined by Matt Cartrillo to talk about White Out Energy and Nick Siranni; then in the second segment we talk PAC-12 expansion and Jayden Daniels' game last night for the Commanders
We talk Penn State's huge win over Kent State, then we discuss the Eagles and the NFL with Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Didinger.
Ray and Steve discuss the Eagles; the offense; the defense; pick of Quinyon Mitchell; how to beat Cover 2 and why NFL teams are struggling
Steve discusses the Eagles and Steelers games; his thoughts on Jalen Carter and what is going on with Nick Siranni. Then we talk humorous mistakes and basketball preseason
We talk some road and travel stories, Illinois football (Penn State's upcoming opponent); Penn State hoops.
Phil joins the show for a fun conversation about college football. We cover No 1. Texas; Saturday's Michigan-USC game; Oklahoma-Tennessee; surprise teams both good and bad and the University of Georgia.
We have a great conversation with Phil Steele as we cover some national college football; then we talk the Penn State hoops schedule, work-life balance and some Illinois-Nebraska
Matt Catrillo joins us in the first segment to get all his Eagles woes off his chest. It's more a therapy session than a rant. In the second segment, we talk Lions coach Dan Campbell having to move out of his home because of vans and Tennessee adding 10 percent fee to season ticket holders in football to pay for NIL and paying players.
Week 4 High School football roundup: We discuss the Lewisburg-Warrior Run game with Gregg Wetzel in a battle of 4-0 teams, Dave Ritchie talks Shikellamy and Milton, while Todd and Steve talk Selinsgrove and Williamsport.
Nick Farabaugh of pennlive.com joins the show to discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers: why offensive line play is one of the reason for more field goals; Nick's thoughts on Justin Fields, the Steelers defense, Zach Frazier's play and the challenge the Chargers pose this week.
Steve is joined by Nick Farabaugh of pennlive.com to discuss the Steelers; then it's the High School football roundtable. We also talk Tennessee's 10% ticket fee
MLB.com's Sweeny Murti joins us to discuss Major League Baseball. Steve and Sweeny talk about the Yankees in depth, then they discuss the Phillies and the Dodgers plus Shohei Ohtani's pursuit of 50/50
The Pittsburgh Post Gazette's Gerry Dulac joins the show to discuss NFL officiating, all the field goals in the NFL so far this season, his thoughts on Justin Fields' play so far this season, the Steelers' defense and getting to watch T.J. Watt up close, and the Steelers thoughts on their rookie center Zach Frazier.
Steve is joined by Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette to talk some Steelers football; then Sweeny Murti of MLB.com joins the show to talk some baseball. Then we discuss the PIAA passing girls flag football earlier this afternoon
Steve is at QB club for the first 20 minutes so Todd covers some local college and high school football, then Steve is back to discuss Woj retiring from ESPN to take a job with St. Bonaventure, which moves us into working with a work-life balance and some fun travel stories from Steve. Then we talk a little ACC-FSU discussions on revenue distribution.
We dive into the NFL and the Steelers with Neal Coolong: Why Cover 2 is still a problem? Rookie QBs and their team situations causing their issues; then we cover the Steelers D carrying the team; what the offense can do to help and why the Chargers game might be the best read on the Steelers so far this season.
Neal Coolong joins us in the first hour to talk some NFL and Pittsburgh Steelers; then we talk Nick Dawkins and his off-field work and we discuss officiating
Mike joins us to talk some Penn State football before this week's game with Kent State. We talk Tom Allen's defense, Drew Allar, the state of college officiating and what Beaver Stadium will look like when the renovations are over
Steve talks last night's Eagles-Falcons debacle and the why the Falcons came back. The chances of a wrestling match soon in Beaver Stadium. Then the second segment we discuss Penn State football with Mike Poorman
We visit with Dan Baker while the Phillies on the road in the Milwaukee. We get his thoughts on the team, and the Phils' great season, and he and Steve talk the mechanics of his job. We talk some of the memorabilia Dan and his wife have, and where it will end up, and a fun story from Steve on what Ernie Harwell wanted when they tore down Tigers Stadium.
We talk more about this weekend in football, and spend some time on Kent State and Tennessee from last week. Kent State and Penn State kickoff at 3:30 p.m. Saturday on Eagle 107; then We speak with Dan Baker the PA guy for the Philadelphia Phillies.
Steve discusses the the first week of the NFL season and the lack of touchdowns and too many penalties. We talk tonight's Monday night game with the Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles...then we dive into college football and the Big Ten
USA Today's Bob Nightengale takes us around Major League Baseball: the Greatness of Mookie Betts, the Dodgers changes at the World Series; the Yankees and the Phillies; contenders in the AL; get to know Bobby Witt, Jr.; Twins and Mets
USA Today's Bob Nightengale takes us around MLB baseball to cover a variety of topics and teams, including the Dodgers, Yankees and Phillies; then we discuss social media and athletes in the social media age.
Thomas Frank Carr joins us to discuss his film breakdowns of the Penn State football team so far this season: the defense and the difference in the halves against Bowling Green; what he sees from Drew Allar so far this season; Andy Kotelnicki's offense and some thoughts on the offensive line
Steve talks about the concussion suffered by Tua Tagovailoa of the Miami Dolphins and the reaction to it; then Thomas Frank Carr of on3.com/Blue White Illustrated joins us to discuss his film breakdowns of the Nittany Lions.
We spend the first segment discussing the PAC-12 expanding with Mountain West teams; then in second segment we discuss Penn State football on the bye week.
We talk to Gregg Wetzel about Lewisburg; Coach Steve Briggs on Selinsgrove and Steve and Todd discuss the Shikellamy game.
We talk the Phillies with Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer: how worried should we have been in aug? Bryce Harper's power struggles; Getting Ranger Suarez right, and who starts Game 3 in a playoff series; unsung heroes of the season.
Steve is joined by Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer to discuss the Phillies in the first segment, then we do our high school football roundtable
SJS Hour 2 - Steve is joined by Doug Birdsong in the first segment to discuss Bucknell football; then Mike DeCourcy joins us to discuss college sports (Deion Sanders at Colorado, FSU, DeShaun Watson and some Big Ten hoops)
Mike DeCourcy joins the show for a fun conversation around college sports: Deion Sanders at Colorado and his battle with reporters; FSU approach to the ACC and how it's angered others in college sports; the DeShaun Watson trade and Mike and Steve's excitement for the upcoming Big Ten hoops season.
Bucknell football play-by-play man Doug Birdsong joins the show to discuss the Bison: last week's win over VMI, Ralph Rucker at QB, spreading the ball around on offense; Bucknell's D; the opener with Navy and a preview of this week's game with Merrimack College.
Steve and Todd talk some high school football to start, then we talk more about the University of Michigan lawsuit against the NCAA and BTN; then in second segment Steve talks about Penn State's plan for this week and covering kids you like on the field.
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the first segement to discuss the NFL and the Steelers; then we hop around a little bit; 49ers, TV schedules..etc
Neal joins Steve to talk all the field goals in Week 1 of the NFL; why defenses are ahead of the offenses; Justin Fields first start at QB and T.J. Watt's brillance
Matt Catrillo joins Steve in the first segment then we talk the NFL not thinking of the fan, and Michigan players suing the NCAA
Lions 24/7's Mark Brennan joins the show to discuss Saturday's game with Bowling Green: We discuss his thoughts on the early struggles of the defense, lack of panic from the Nittany Lions; the PSU passing game and Nick Singleton among other things.
Steve discusses Saturday's game with Bowling Green with Lions 24/7's Mark Brennan, then talk the Eagles in Brazil, streaming the NFL games, and why it takes so long for Penn State to get game times (Kent State is 3:30 p.m. on Sept. 21), but PSU has no other kickoff times announced for the rest of its 10 regular-season games.
Steve gives his thoughts on Saturday's game with Bowling Green in the first segement; we cover some NFL, college football, and Pitt's AD is out in the second segment
We spend the second hour discussing the House case falling apart for the NCAA and the Judge having them go back to the drawing board. What some of the implications might be, and what might be become of college sports in general if the NCAA keeps fighting.
We start the show talking last night's game then Matt joins the show to discuss NCAA officiating and tonight's Eagles game in Brazil. The second segement we talk more about the NFL's hubris, and taking it's fans for granted.
Wes joins Steve to discuss his new broadcast crew, the state of ACC football; the new era of college football; then we discuss the Steelers-Falcons game as Wes is the play-by-play voice of the Falcons.
Steve is joined by the ACC Network's Wes Durham in the first segment to talk some ACC football, his new broadcast team and the Falcons (Wes the radio play-by-play voice for Atlanta); then in the second segment: Jess Pegula in the U.S. Open semis and Opening night of the NFL
The Week 3 High School Football Roundtable with Gregg Wetzel on Lewisburg; Dave Ritchie on Shikellamy and Todd on Selinsgrove.
Nate joins the show to discuss last week's game with West Virginia and this week's contest with Bowling Green. We start with hoops as Penn State and Indiana will play at the Palestra. Then we get Nate's thoughts on last week's game, including the good and bad. Then we get Nate's thoughts on this week's game with Bowling Green.
Steve is joined by Nate Bauer of on3.com/Blue White Illustrated to talk the West Virginia and Bowling Green games, and then we have the high school football roundtable
Chris and Steve go in depth on Chris' book Men in White. Organizing the book; difficulty in getting interviews with the 2012 team; the theme of winning with "high-character guys," the love from PSU fans, former RB Silas Redd and the reaction to his book from players, fans and his family. A great conversation and you can purchase the book any where you get your books.
SJS Hour 2: We talk Bowling Green with the Falcons play by play Todd Walker and then Chris Raymond joins the show to discuss his book on the 2012 Penn State team: Men in White...Chris' book is available at brick and mortar bookstores or on Amazon
We take a look at the Falcons with their play-by play voice Todd Walker. Steve and Todd discuss the BG offense and defense. Adjusting to the new normal in college football in the Middle Atlantic Conference and as a small college team. A fun conversation.
Steve's at QB Club, and Todd talks about high school football last week and this week and some local college football; Steve returns to the 2nd segment to talk the opening week of class, and media adjusting to new future
Neal talks Arthur Smith Bowl (Steelers open with Falcons on Sunday); some things that concern going into the season on both sides of the ball. An over outlook for the beginning of the season and Neal's thoughts on the NFL going to Brazil on Friday.
Steve talks with Neal Coolong about the Steelers opener and upcoming season. Then Steve talks about the bus trip to Morgantown and fan behavior, and some other stories from Saturday. Then we talk a little Florida State before we leave the air.
We get Rich's thoughts on Saturday's win over West Virginia: how Penn State handled the delay...Drew Allar's day...what he liked about the Nittany Lions' day and some of things Penn State has to improve on. The Nittany Lions professional approach to the season. Then Rich and Steve talk the NFL trip to Brazil on Friday (Rich is a Packers fan).
The first segment Steve gives his thoughts on Saturday's win over West Virginia; then Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle joins the show to give his thoughts on the victory.
We talk the Penn State-West Virginia game with the Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber. We start with some men's basketball schedule; then dive into some of Jon's thoughts on Saturday's game. What's he's looking for on both sides of the ball against the Mountaineers. The new rules in college football. This new era of college football with 18 team in the Big Ten. Is eighth-place good?
We talk some Pirates and Phillies, then Steve has some thoughts on the game with West Virginia; then Jon Sauber of the Centre Daily Times joins us to talk Saturday's Penn State-West Virginia game
High School football round table for Week 2 on Aug. 29, 2024. Gregg Wetzel gives us the Lewisburg side of the Friday's Lewisburg at Shik game; Steve Briggs talks Selinsgrove and Twin Valley; then the "Chief" Dave Ritchie gives us the Shikellamy side of Friday's Lewisburg at Shik game.
The first segment we talk the new rule changes, and what Steve is looking for this weekend. Then we discuss some games we are interested in this week. The second segment is our High School Football Round Table.
Neal's back to talk Steelers. Steve and Neal talk the QB situation; who are the Steelers going to be this season? Is Anybody else in the AFC Central better than they were last season? Then we hop around the NFL a bit, before discussing cut down day.
Steve and Neal talk Steelers in the first segment; then we are joined by Matt Catrillo about Florida State, Nick Siriani and Deion Sanders
We are joined by Brandon Gaudin, the play-by-play voice of the Atlanta Braves and the Madden game play by play joins us. We discuss his job with the Braves, then we discuss what goes into being the play by play voice of the Madden game, then we discuss the Braves' season as they open a series with the Phillies on Friday.
Steve's at Quarterback club for the first segment, so Todd discusses high school football and some local sports; then Braves play by play guy and Madden play by play guy Brandon Gaudin joins the show.
The new voice of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Rob King, talks about his new gig with the Steelers. Neal Coolong joins Steve to talk about the QB battle and the preseason games.
We talk Pittsburgh Steelers Football with Missi Matthews, sideline reporter on the Steelers Radio Network, and Gerry Dulac from the Pittsburgh Post Gazette/Steelers Radio Network. They look at the QB battle and how the Steelers look to build the defense.
Steve talks the Pat Kraft extension, Beaver Stadium expansion, we talk Danny Jansen playing for the Blue Jays and Red Sox in same game, and Joel Youngblood in 1982; then in the second segment we talk with Tony Caridi play-by-play voice of the West Virginia Mountaineers.
Tony joins the show to give us a look at the West Virginia football team; what the game means to Mountaineers' fans; QB Garrett Greene, WVU at running back; What makes West Virginia special to its fans and the move to the Big 12.
George Von Benko joins us to discuss his book Legendary: The 2008 Pittsburgh Steelers defense, the zone blitz and my six decades in football with Dick LeBeau: here the story behind the book; why LeBeau wanted to write it; stories about Bobby Knight, James Harrison, and Troy Polamalu. You can get the book at Amazon.com; Barnes and Noble and on the Steelers and NFL website.
In the first segment, a quick roundup of H.S. football; we talk FSU-Georgia Tech and how the loss is very meaning full in the playoff. Then we talk with George Von Benko on his Dick LeBeau book.
We talk the Friday night football schedule on Fox Sports and Ohio State's plan in cutting back on non revenue college sports; then The King Joins the show for the final segment.
We start Friday with some talk about the opening week of the high school football season; then we discuss the unknowns of the college football opener.
Missi Matthews joins the show to talk all things Steelers: Justin Fields and Russell Wilson relationship; some things she's like out of the Steelers so far this preseason; Mike Tomlin's approach to the preseason; the No. 2 receiver and her thoughts on Bill Hillgrove retiring.
We bounce around in the first segement: The Commanders acquire Jahan Dotson; Kirk Ferentz suspension and some baseball news; then in second segment we talks some Steelers with Missi Matthews
A high school football heavy first hour. Steve and Todd talk a little bit about the playoff structure and what we like and don't like. Then in the second segment is our first high school football roundtable of the season.
We take a look at the high school games on the Sunbury Broadcasting Family of stations:
Dave Ritchie on Milton vs. Shikellamy
Steve Briggs on Juniata vs. Selinsgrove
Gregg Wetzel on Line Mountain vs. Lewisburg
We talk the Ireland football game, and money in sports; the brilliance of Bobby Witt, Jr. of the Royals sparks a discussion on how a national sports channel (ESPN) doesn't do a great job nationally of covering sports.
Steve talks Penn State football in the first half hour and answers some questions from Doug in Wellsboro; in the second hour, we discuss what practice looks like the rest of the week
Neal Coolong joins the show to talk some Steelers from last weekend; then Steve and Todd bounce around for the final half hour: QR codes for Oklahoma State football helmets; Is Steve part of an exclusive group, and not know it? and Chris Russo on Philadelphia fans
Neal joins us to talk Steelers; the pitiful performance of the offense in the preseason; why it's taken to so long to find a replacement of Big Ben; the pressure on the defense to perform if the offense isn't good again
The York Daily Record's Frank Bodani joins the show to talk Penn State football. We get Frank's preseason thoughts on both sides of the ball; what's he's looking for out of Drew Allar this season; opening up on the road, again, this time at West Virginia. His thoughts on some of the new era of college football. Then what he's looking for from the West Coast teams in the Big Ten.
Matt Catrillo joins the show to rant about the Yankees, the NFL and the Philadelphia Eagles (so a normal Tuesday); then Frank Bodani of the York Daily Record talks Penn State football with Steve.
Steve talks some college football, and we get into teams' different approaches to the transfer portal; the Steve talks some Penn State fall camp.
Adam joins the show to discuss his top 100 players in college football list. How hard it was to put together; some of the discussions that took place; some the disagreements with his ESPN cohorts, and college coaches. How Miami QB Cam Ward might be the most underrated player in the country; we discuss some Big Ten players on the list; then we hit some college football news with Adam.
Steve opens the show with some talk about last night's Little League Classic and what it means to the players (MLB and Little League) and how Aaron Judge gets "it," Then ESPN's Adam Rittenberg joins us to discuss his top 100 players in college football list.
We discuss this weekend's MLB Classic game between the Yankees-Tigers and the King joins the show in the last segment for some Big Brother talk and some sports talk.
New Steelers play-by-play guy Rob King joins the show to discuss how he heard he got the job, and the legacy of the guys before him. Rob then talks to us about the Steelers: the offense, defense, some things to look for in this weekend's preseason game.
Pittsburgh Steelers play-by-play guy Rob King joins the show in the first segment; then we talk some Steelers and Ravens in the second segment
Steve talks more about the ACC, Clemson and Florida State and the Group of 5 playoffs...then in the second segment, we hop around on some baseball and college football stuff.
Gerry gives us a deep dive on the Steelers before a joint practice on Thursday with the Bills. Steve and Gerry talk the receiving corps, the new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, checking out Russell Wilson; the secondary; TJ Watt
Steve is joined by Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette to talk Steelers. We take a look at the new offensive coordinator, Russell Wilson, receiving corps, the secondary among other things. In the second segment, we talk the large donation to the Beaver Stadium project, Steve's talk in Harrisburg and his thoughts on the new coordinators and the Group of 5 playoff.
Steve looks at the struggles for the Phillies and MLB Playoff hunt, and a look at the Little League World Series and Penn State's football roster.
Greg Pickel, ON3.com, looks back at the Penn State wrestlers in the Olympics and looks ahead at football, plus Steve looks at the BigTen and how it's going to work this year.
Neal Coolong joins us in the first hour and we talk some Vikings and J.J. McCarthy and then we do a deep dive into the Steelers. In the second segment, Steve and Todd talk about the Steelers season and then an update on the ACC, Florida State and Clemson situation.
Neal and Steve start with some Vikings because it was announced today (Tuesday) that J.J. McCarthy needed knee surgery; what it means for Sam Darnold and the Vikings. Then we talk Steelers: the preseason opener; Justin Fields and Russell Wilson; The Steelers receivers; the Brandon Aiyuk saga.
We are joined by Matt Catrillo discuss the gymnastics controversy and the Yankees loss to the White Sox. Then Jody McDonald joins us to discuss the Eagles and Phillies.
WIP's Jody Mac joins us to talk Eagles and Phillies. We spend some time on Will Shipley and his contributions as a rookie; the improvements in the secondary; some players to watch who might contribute to the Eagles; then we discuss the Phillies: are they in trouble? (Jody doesn't think so) Outfield woes; and getting normal Ranger Suarez back at the end of the season.
Mark Wogenrich joins in the first hour for some Penn State football talk, then we discuss some baseball in the second segment
Mark Wogenrich joins the show for some Penn State discussion come for the deep dive into Drew Allar, and his relationship with Beau Pribula, and stay for a Bethlehem restaurant rec and a fun Penn State players to speak with.
Steve talks the opening PSU scrimmage - generally - and what Steve likes about what he saw...THen we discuss the Olympics
The first segment we talk with Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini about the Bison's preseason. Then in the second segment we talk some Christy Mathewson
Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini joins the show to discuss Bucknell's preseason. We talk their new facilities and field turf. Dave talks what he's looking for in the preseason and how important his veterans are. We spend some time talking QB Ralph Rucker and the 100th anniversary of Christy Mathewson-Memorial Stadium.
We talk some weather and Penn State graduates on Saturday and the athletes getting their degrees; then Steve talks what he's looking for in practice these next few days. Then we talk some Olympics and the NFL - and the Eagles in the second segment
Steve talks with Bucknell men's basketball coach John Griffin about the Bison's summer. Some of the work they did on and off the court; the Bison's out of conference schedule and building the Bucknell brand. In the second segment, we talk more ideology vs. realism in the current state of college athletics in paying players for the Patriot League and the Ivy League
We get a summer update from Bucknell coach John Griffin. How the summer practices went for the Bison? Some of the things Coach Griffin learned from Patriot League play that he put to use this summer. Leadership on the Bison; Their tough out of conference schedule. A fun conversation as always
We talk a bit about Wednesday's Purdy Memorial Golf Tournament; talk a bit of bit Jim Harbaugh suspension; then we spend time on ideology vs. reality in college sports
It's a Penn State Football discussion with Nate Bauer from On3.com and PSU sportswriter Ben Jones.
Dave Spadaro, Eagles Insider, looks at Eagle training camp and the new additions, plus the Phillies Chris Wheeler joins Steve to look at the Phillies second half.
Neal Coolong joins us in the first segment to talk the Steelers; then Todd and Steve talk Wednesday's Purdy Memorial Tournament and some tidbits Steve picked up from BTN's visit yesterday to Penn State football practice.
Neal and Steve cover some Steelers ground today: Wilson vs. Fields and Why Wilson's early injury is bad for Pittsburgh. What Neal is looking for in the first preseason game. The Sunday Ticket lawsuit and we wrap up with the NFL's new on-field coaches interview rule.
Matt joins the show to talk about Snoop Dogg at the Olympics, Aaron Boone and the Blue Jays and whatever else pops in our mind; the second segment we talk the upcoming rain; then we talk a bit about the White Sox and their 21-game losing streak
SJS Hour 2 - 08-05-2024 - Steve talks Olympic coverage on NBC and Dan Hicks importance to the coverage..then Dick from Milton calls in to give us his opinion of the coverage. In the second hour, we talk hot takes and Soap Opera sports coverage.
Steve talks this weekend's media day, and what goes on over the week to 10 days for the Nittany Lions at practice. Then we talk the Michigan football situation (more Conner Stallions stuff) and then some complaints about NBC's live coverage of yesterday's 100-meter dash final. In the second segement: Ben Jones talks his new substack and Penn State football
Ben has a new substack if you want to follow is writing on substack (check the image with post). Steve and Ben cover his new job and a bunch of thoughts on the upcoming Penn State season. A fun conversation covering this year's team, expansion in the Big Ten and some things Ben is looking for with the Nittany Lions this season. If you like to subscribe to Ben's substack: https://benjonesonpennstate.substack.com/
Steve and Nate had a fun discussion about the two Penn State players suspended, and what it means on the field for the Nittany Lions; media day is Saturday, Aug. 3 and Nate tells us how approaches it, and what he'd like to find out. They discuss the receiving room, then the conversation switches to basketball for the last five minutes, including the bigger role (if that's possible) for Ace Baldwin this season.
on3.com's/Blue White Illustrated Nate Bauer joins us to prep everybody for Penn State media day on Saturday, then the discussions turns to the Nittany Lions' men's hoops squad. In the second segment, the King joins the show, and answers a listener question about Big Brother
Steve talks about Jamiel Lyons and Kavieon Keyes suspension and why James won't be able answer about it. Steve says to worry about who is there and who is not. Then Steve tells what to expect from media day. In the second segment, we talk about the Olympics
The former Phillies announcer talks about the trades, the current slump and interviews Steve about Penn State Football.
Olympics coverage and Dave Spadaro, Eagles Insider, with an update on Eagles training camp and the trip to Brazil.
Mike Poorman from StateCollege.com and Rich Scarcella from the Reading Eagle look at Penn State Football training camp.
Ryan Snyder from Blue White Illustrated with more Penn State Football talk and Neal Coolong on Steelers camp.
Neal Coolong returns to discuss NFL training camps, and the removal of the local blackout rule; then we talk some Steelers training camp, and how good could the offensive line be?
Neal Coolong is on in the first segement talking NFL and Steelers training camp. The second segment we talk the women's gymnastics win in the Olympics, Penn State team in the TBT; and Louisville and Kentucky fight at the TBT; then we talk Penn State's practice plan this week
Ryan gives us a deep dive into Penn State recruiting. The success of last weekend's Lasch Bash. Why it was important to get lineman Kevin Brown from Harrisburg and in building the 2026 class. Some of the advantages of Penn State recruiting from its camps. We talk PSU NIL, and some things to keep an eye on for recruiting during the season.
We get a deep dive into Penn State recruiting from Ryan Snyder of on3.com/Blue White Illustrated. Ryan and Steve cover a lot of ground from the Lasch Bash to what to keep an eye out for during the season recruiting-wise. In the second segment, we talk Penn State gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik and his performance on Monday night.
Steve talks about working from the bottom in radio and TV; then Dick from Milton calls into to join the discussion; in the second segment; we talk a lot of Penn State football with Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle.
Rich joins the show to cover a lot of Penn State ground before the start of practice later this week. Media Days; How 18 teams in the Big Ten will work and we talk some of the new teams. What does Rich hear most about from fans (transfer portal and NIL)? Then we get into the Penn State team itself: what position group to be concerned about besides WR; How the secondary will shake out; new coordinators and Beau Pribula and Penn State's 2024 schedule.
Steve talks the Olympics from the weekend; and Todd discusses how much Olympics he watched this weekend and some things the IOC messed up besides the Opening Ceremonies. We talk about starting from the bottom in the second segment and how the changing industry doesn't allow it to happen any more.
Steve talks about how well Penn State athletes did academically in the spring; Lasting Milledge is going to be the hitting coach for the Spikes; its the first Olympics with fans in eight years; then the King joins the show for the first time in a while
Steve covers a wide variety of topics - some early baseball deals, individual play vs. winning play, then in the second segment we talk the house settlement, roster and scholarship limits for different sports; the Dick from Milton calls in
John Perrotto of Pittsburgh Sports Now on Jim Leyland's Hall of Fame Induction and Keith Pompey from the Philadelphia Inquirer on the 76ers.
Steve talks with Nick Farabaugh the Steelers beat writer of pennlive.com as Pittsburgh reports to training camp on Wednesday. They talk Latrobe as a training camp site, the Steelers offense, some important battles and PSU players on the Steelers. Then in the second segment Steve gives an overview of the Penn State football team heading in the camp opening up.
pennlive.com's Steelers beat writer Nick Farabaugh joins the show from the first day of training camp in Latrobe. He talks the magic of Latrobe. Then what to look for from the new Steelers offense. How will Russell Wilson and Arthur Smith work together. Russell Wilson and Justin Fields: what can they learn from last year? we talk the importance of the offensive line and an update on the PSU players on the Steelers roster.
Steve talks about small mistakes on the Big Ten Network and take care of the small things and big things take care of themselves. Then we talk the Rose Bowl's decision to only want a NCAA quarterfinal on Jan. 1 and why traditions are important in sports.
Tuesday's with Neal returns after a week off, and Steve and Neal spend a lot of time on the new 18-game proposal, and what it means for players and fans. When is too much, too much? and will it effect game play more
Neal Coolong joins the show to discuss the NFL's 18-game schedule proposal and some its intended and unintended consequences. Then Matt Catrillo's fired up after a week off about Jordan Long's contract; the 18-game proposal and of course the Yankees.
We talk the MLB trade deadline, and we cover a lot of ground. How hard is it for Bob to determine who the buyers and sellers are this year? How busy will it be? Then we take a trip around the majors on what some of the contenders might do, and who actually might be available?
Steve talks the MLB trade deadline with Bob Nightengale of the USA Today in the first segment; then we talk NFL and an 18-game season, and when is how many is too may?
Steve talks Big 10 Media days which is taking place this week, then we talk about our vacations in the last segment
John returns to talk his trip to Cooperstown this weekend to tell us about Jim Leyland's induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame. What Leyland meant to Pittsburgh, what made him a great manager and his impact on John's life. Then we talk the overall ceremony especially Joe Mauer's connection to Minnesota.
Steve is joined by John Perrotto of Pittsburgh Sports Now in the first segment to discuss Jim Leyland's Hall of Fame Induction, then we talk a little high school football and college football expansion (no body wants FSU and Clemson).
Tim Kurkjian joins the show in the first segment to takes around the MLB - Paul Skenes, Injuries, Phils, Guardians and Yankees are all covered - then Steve talks about the new case against the NCAA
Tim joins the show to talk Paul Skenes starting the all-star game, the Injuries around the game and prevention. We talk Phillies, Guardians and Yankees; and what Tim enjoys about covering the all-star game the most
Steve talks with Scott Franzke, Phillies' play-by-play guy. It's wide-ranging conversation about the Phils. In the second segment, we talk Clemson, Florida State and we hear from Brian in Northern Va. about an interesting way FSU makes money for its sports teams.
Scott joins the show to discuss the best team in the majors, the Philadelphia Phillies. It's a wide-ranging discussion on a variety of Phillies, the starters, getting the bullpen work. The Phillies team approach to the game, and how it helps in a long season. What's led to Trea Turner and Nick Castellanos recent hot streaks?
We talk a little about next week's release of NCAA 25 and the logistics of a football team travelling. Then CBS Sports' Dennis Dodds joins the show to discuss Big 12 Media Day
Dennis spent his week in Los Vegas for Big 12 Media Day and the 2-team open Bar Pac-12 Media Day and gives us his thoughts from both. Deion Sanders in year 2 in Colorado..Brett Yormark and Big 12 expansion plans and his shots at the ACC..then we talk making 18 teams work in a conference
Steve talks about some of the comments that Richard Clarke the new head of the college football playoff said yesterday. Steve says it was the wrong thing to say at the wrong time. Ticket sales, weather and hotels will play a role in determining home teams in the college football playoff. Then we discuss if maybe it was a shot at the Power 5 teams.
Audrey joins us to talk the Penn State fan survey she and the Athletic did that printed on Wednesday. Biggest surprise: most fans don't understand NIL or realize Penn State has a collective; We talk Beaver Stadium expansion and the vibe around the Nittany Lions headed into fall camp.
We talk streaming losses and the fact the TV money isn't unlimited, then the Athletic's Audrey Snyder joins us in the second segment for talk about the PSU fan survey, Beaver Stadium and various other things around the Nittany Lions.
Ryan discusses the TV deals and college expansions, then we do a deep dive into Penn State's recruiting haul over the last six weeks, and why dominate the state isn't as important as it once was. We also spend some time on why the SEC and southern high school coaches don't want a June signing guy.
on3.com/Blue White Illustrated's Ryan Snyder joins the show for a fun conversation surrounding recruiting; Then Steve talks about Big 12 media day and some things Brett Yorkmark is trying to do.
Neal Coolong joins the show talk the Cam Sutton suspension and other NFL news. Then Matt Catrillo joins us and he's not happy about the Yankees' current play.
Neal joins the show to talk the Cam Sutton suspension and why the Steelers signed him knowing that was coming. Neal talks the death of Khyree Jackson of the Minnesota Vikings (Neal is based in Minnesota) and then we touch on what Neal looks for in training camp.
We talk the 76ers offseason with Keith - we talk Paul George, Tyrese Maxey's extension and why Andre Drummond might be nearly as important as Paul George. Then we have a long conversation about Bronny and what Keith looks for in a Summer League game.
Glen joins the show for one final time. He's retiring in five days from the business. We discuss his career and some of his favorite memories. Then we get some Phillies, 76ers and Eagles opinions from Glen one final time.
Steve talks with Glen Macnow about his retirement from WIP and some Philly sports; then we talk 76ers and the NBA with Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer
Steve talks strikeouts in modern baseball, Dave Kingman, and then Bob from Hanover calls, and tells a story about Jim Palmer and Robin Roberts. We talk next week's schedule (no show) and NCAA 25 and the first game you might play on it.
Nate joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation on the Nittany Lions. We talk his conversation with Pat Kraft and the uses of Beaver Stadium; Coach Franklin and his take on the team before fall practice starts; Nate also talked with Drew Allar and Andy Kotelnecki. We cover a lot of ground, it's fun listen.
On3.com's Nate Bauer joins the show in the first segment and it's a wide-ranging conversation on Penn State football and the program heading into fall practice. The second segment we talk the All-Star game selections, and why Paul Skenes should start for the National League.
We talk officiating, and then we talk the job of officiating college basketball, the amount games these guys do, and $ they make. We talk about State College's Spencer Bivens, who made his major league debut for the Giants last week and struck out Shohei Ohtani about spending many years in the minor leagues.
It's ask Steve anything day: we hear from Lewisburg, Wellsboro and Winter Garden, Fla. in the first hour.
Steve talks some golf and Clemson not allowing the ACC to move its game with South Carolina on to Black Friday...the reasons Penn State doesn't play on Friday nights at Beaver Stadium
Steve's schedule right now in the summer time, then we talk some Penn State Men's basketball and their summer workouts, and what Steve likes. Then we talk some summer time golf
Neal joins the show to discuss the NFL and Direct TV Sunday Ticket settlement, then a little on the stadium renovations in Jacksonville
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong in the first segment to discuss the NFL Sunday ticket settlement; then Matt joins the show to discuss the 76ers and Yankees.
Pocono Raceway president Ben May join the show in the first segment to discuss all things about next week's race: purchase tickets at poconoraceway.com use promo code: Ben; Then we talk last night's United State's Men's Soccer team loss and elimination from Copa America.
Pocono Raceway Ben May joins the show to talk to us about next weekend's Pocono Race; some of the packages available; things the Raceway does on non-raceway weekends; where to get tickets...use promo code: Ben if you use poconoraceway.com for tickets
We talk the 76ers signing of Paul George, and why we both think it's not the signing to put the 76ers over the hump, but also don't have any better ideas. We also talk about team building in the NBA
We kick off July with some preseason talk about the 2024 College Football Season with Phil Steele (get his magazine at Barnes and Noble, Books A Million or philsteele.com); then the second segment we cover the different logistics of switching Conferences
Phil Steele joins the show to cover some college football. A preview of the new look Big Ten. What he thinks of Penn State this season. Oklahoma and Texas in the SEC. Some sleeper teams in the 12-team College football playoff
Steve talks the NBA Draft, and how the Dream Team is a big reason for all the foreign players in the draft. Edey proved Steve wrong and went No. 9, then we talk Bronny James being a 2nd round pick, and what it really means
State College.com and Penn State professor Mike Poorman joins the show to talk the business of college football. They talk the House settlement, and title 9; the value of patches and private equity in college sports. Steve and Mike have a wide-ranging and interesting conversation.
Steve talks the investigation into hazing at Northwestern and the amount of $ paid to come up with something everybody already knew; then State College.com's and Penn State professor Mike Poorman joins the show to talk the business of college football.
Steve talks Wednesday night's NBA draft. Why doesn't NBA draft go on the road like the NFL and NHL? Who some of the top prospects are for the Hawks No. 1 pick. We talk some other players. Who might available for Philadelphia at 15. We talk a little Jim Schlossnagle taking the Texas job before we get back into some of the Big 10 players in the draft including Zach Edey.
Steve is joined by Matt Catrillo in the first segment. Matt will talk Yankees struggles, 76ers ability to make the correct draft pick, and he's out on the 76ers, the Flyers are where it is at. Also find out why Matt's youngest might have a very bright future. In the second segment, we talk the NCAA meetings and new analysts positions, then we discuss patches on college uniforms and the possibility the Nittany Lions could make 6 million $.
Neal and Steve talk a bit about Russell Wilson, then we discuss the new kickoff rule - will Justin Fields return kicks like the Madden 25 ad? What could Lamar Jackson do if he was allowed to return kicks under the new rule. How will smart teams take advantage of the new kickoff rule (Neal thinks there will be at least 3 kickoff return TDs in the opening week of the NFL regular season).
Steve talks with Neal Coolong about Russell Wilson and the new NFL kickoff rules; then we discuss John Smoltz and the MLB injury issues
Steve talks Game 7 of the Panthers-Oilers game, and some of the reasons won Game 7; then we talk Northwestern new facilities, and how the Wildcats have built to their program size in both football and basketball. We also talk the price of Northwestern's new stadium in comparison to the price of a new Beaver Stadium.
Steve talks the protesters at the Travelers' Championship and who has had a stranger 3 months than Scottie Schreffler, then we get into Caitlin Clark and the U.S. Olympic team; some Olympic talk and monetizing Beaver Stadium.
Steve and Rich cover a lot of ground. How Rich approaches writing the early magazine articles; Abdul Carter's position switch; How the running backs will be used in the new offense; How the new coaches feel after spring practice; how schools will handle the House settlement; how confident Penn State is; and NFL vs. NCAA Football
SJS Hour 1 - 06-24-2024 - High School football all-star games might be obsolete; weird NCAA rules decisions; then we discuss tonight's Game 7 matchup between the Oilers and Panthers. Then the Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins the show to talk PSU football.
Jody Mac joins the show to discuss Willie Mays, and then Steve and he touch on the Phillies. Steve talks more about the Kansas City stadium deals in the second half hour
Jody Mac's Dad was the Mets GM who traded for Willie Mays, and we get Jody's reflections on Mays and a story about his 93-year old father. What made Mays so great, and how he influenced those teams. Then we talk a bit about the Phillies.
Steve is joined by Bob Nightengale of USA Today to discuss Willie Mays, last night's game at Rickwood Field, and Reggie Jackson's comments (Bob take a break to speak to Reggie Jackson); then Steve discusses taking advantage of downtime in his job to learn about history.
USA Today's Bob Nightengale join us from Birmingham, Ala. after last night's game to talk some Willie Mays..Bob has to take a call from Reggie Jackson in the middle, so we play Reggie talk from last night, then Bob returns to talk about Reggie Jackson, then we hop around the majors - the O's, the Dodgers and Mookie Betts, Phillies, the Mariners and the AL Central.
Steve Jones Show Hour 2 - 06-20-2024 - Steve talks Willie Mays' first professional HR was in Sunbury; we talk a bit about the Old Sunbury Athletics, and which moves into MLB's mistake in taking small towns out of the minor leagues. In the second hour, we talk about the decision move early signing day from football back about six weeks instead of into June.
The CDT's Jon Sauber joins the show to talk some Penn State hoops, then Steve talks some college football news that is all connected - Congress looking to pass a law to not allow college athletes to be employees and the expansion of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.
Jon joins the show to talk some Penn State football. Some things he gleaned from last week's press conference with James Franklin and the new coordinators. Some position groups to watch, and some players to keep an eye as summer practice starts soon.
SJS Hour 2 - 06-19-2024 - Steve talks more Willie Mays, including the Giants tribute to Mays by Jon Miller then we discuss Chiefs and Royals new stadium possibilities.
SJS Hour 1 - 06-19-2024 - Steve talks about the death and career of Willie Mays, then we discuss Penn State football before summer practice starts. New weights and the the impact of the new freshmen
Steve is joined by Neal Coolong, who talks about SPARK and his deep dive into the metric and how the Steelers use something similar. Neal talks about some of the draft picks over the last 10 years for the Steelers and how the metric helped Pittsburgh pick them. Then Neal and Steve talk about the NFL Sunday ticket lawsuit, and what it might mean. Then we talk about a New Jersey softball coach that resigned because of parents with 800 wins.
Neal talks about SPARK and his deep dive into the metric and how the Steelers use something similar. Neal talks about some of the draft picks over the last 10 years for the Steelers and how the metric helped Pittsburgh pick them. Then Neal and Steve talk about the NFL Sunday ticket lawsuit, and what it might mean.
Steve talks with Matt Catrillo, who is upset about the Phils' schedule after their trip to England and some various Eagles things. Then Steve discusses the Celtics winning the NBA title on Monday night.
Steve talks tonight's NBA Finals, and team building, then we talk the upcoming NBA TV Deal and what WBD might do with the upcoming NBA TV deal
The Inquirer's Scott Lauber joins the show after a tough road trip to England, Boston and Baltimore and how to the Phils bounce back. Trea Turner returns tonight (Monday against San Diego), how big is that for the Phillies. They talk some starting pitching and the umpiring.
Steve talks the end of the U.S. Open, and Rory didn't talk to media after missing the two short putts. Steve mentions that Greg Norman and Phil Mickelson talk after tough majors losses. Then the Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber talks the Phillies.
The best of the Steve Jones Show with Ray Didinger on the NFL and Sean Fitz of on3.com looking at Penn State Football.
Best of the Steve Jones Show with Jody MacDonald on Gerry West and the Phillies, plus Neal Coolong looking at the Pittsburgh Steelers OTAs.
Gerry Dulac joins us from Pinehurst No. 2, the site of this year's U.S. Open to give us a little preview of the course and field, and some talk about today's first round and some contenders to watch this weekend.
Steve talks the Big 12 becoming the first conference to take private equity money and what it could mean. The company that is investing in the Big 12 as well. Then Gerry Dulac joins us to talk the U.S. Open golf tournament.
MLB.com Todd Zolecki's tells us all about the Phillies. What he thinks will happen with Realmuto's injury? The starting pitching staff and what it makes it so great. Will other teams copy the Phillies approach to building their staff?
Check out Todd's podcast with Rueben Amaro, Jr. and Jim Salisbury on The Phillies Show where ever you get podcasts.
ESPN's Tim Kurkijan joins the show to discuss all things MLB. We talk the Phillies, J.T. Realmuto, the Orioles and the O's farm system along with the Dodgers, Juan Soto and the Yankees, plus some things that surprised Tim so far this season.
ESPN's Tim Kurijan joins us in the opening segment to discuss all the happenings in MLB baseball, then Todd Zolecki's catches us up on all the happenings on Phillies.
Jody and Steve tackle a lot of topics - Jerry West, J.T. Realamuto and what the Phillies should do at catcher for the next few weeks if anything...the Phils clubhouse and some NFL talk in the final few minutes
Steve talks some U.S. Open, the course and Lee Trevino, then Jody MacDonald joins the show to talks some Phils and the NFL.
Dick Jerardi joins the show to talk Jerry West after his death on Wednesday. West's legacy as a player, person and a general manager of an NBA team. Dick and Steve then talk a bit about Dan Hurley's decision to stay at UConn and some summer impressions of the Penn State men's game.
It's a Jerry West heavy first hour after his death earlier on Wednesday. Steve gives his thoughts on his legacy and career, then Dick Jerardi joins us to discuss Jerry West, Dan Hurley and Penn State Men's hoops.
Steve and Neal discuss Mike Tomlin's 3-year extension use that into a talk about Tomlin and why his players love him so much. Then in the second segment, by the numbers Caitlin Clark doesn't deserve the Olympic berth, but is the U.S.O.C. missing a major marketing opportunity.
Steve and Neal talk Steelers' coach Mike Tomlin and his three-year extension. Why it's good for the Steelers, what makes Tomlin a great coach. Some of things that Tomlin does to keep pressure off the players
Steve talks about the changing landscape in college sports as James Franklin will meet with media on Wednesday and how much difference there is in college sports since January. We talk the court cases that got us here so quickly. Then in the second segment, we talk about how fit is difficult to discern when making coaching hires.
Pro football Hall of Famer Ray Didinger joins the show to discuss NFL greed, games in different countries, Thursday night football. His impression of Roger Goodell. Always a fun conversation with Ray.
IUP Baseball coach, former major league pitcher and Winfield, PA native, Steve Kline talks with Steve about IUP's outstanding run in the Division II tournament.
Pro football Hall of Famer Ray Didinger joins the show to discuss NFL greed, games in different countries, Thursday night football. His impression of Roger Goodell. Always a fun conversation with Ray.
Dick Jerardi joins Steve to give his picks and predictions on a very different version of the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga.
Steve talks NBA and NHL, the cost, the possible cities and effects on the quality of play, plus "The King" has his thoughts on the possible coaching hire for the Lakers.
Dick Jerardi joins Steve to give his picks and predictions on a very different version of the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga, and new college sports rules for advertising on the field.
Steve has some works about the 80th anniversary of D-Day and then we talk about the Lakers interest in UConn coach Danny Hurley and the pros and cons from Hurley's side.
An interesting conversation with Sweeny on the art of observing and gaining the trust of major league baseball players in the clubhouse to glean the information you need, and how the players are always observing you as well. Then we talk his story on Phillies manager Rob Thompson and developing the Phillies' culture. Joe Giardi's impact and CC Sabathia's influence on the Phillies culture (trust me).
MLB.com's Sweeny Murti joins the show for an interesting conversation including some talk about his story on Phillies' manager Rob Thompson earlier this week. Then we talk Jeffrey Lurie selling a minority stake in the Eagles. We talk college football analysts and how schools are looking to save $ in anticipation of 2025.
Steve talks more about the University of North Carolina having to play some of the smaller Division I schools in the state, then Mike DeCourcy joins the show to discuss a variety of topics in sports.
Steve and Mike cover a lot of ground. Mike just got back from a Next Up Coaching Summit where he saw Mike Tomlin speak on minority hiring in coaching and upward mobility; then Mike was involved in the new Grant Wahl book which was published on Tuesday called World Class. Then they talk Caitlin Clark and the WNBA and the House v. NCAA case.
Donnie returns to the show to discuss Penn State's NIL efforts in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre, the Beaver Stadium expansion and the advertising on the field, which the NCAA meets on Thursday
Steve talks the North Carolina legislature making North Carolina play some of the smaller Division I football schools in the state. Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins joins the show to talk Penn State's NIL, Beaver Stadium expansion and other Penn State news.
Neal joins the show to talk about the Timberwolves a bit, then NBA coaching tenures vs. NFL coaching tenures: why are NBA coach more expendable then NFL coaches. Then Steve and Neal talk about the Justin Jefferson and Christian McCaffery extensions, and how rookie QB contracts allow teams to sign their stars.
SJS Hour 2 - 06-04-2024 - Neal Coolong talks coaching tenure length NBA vs. NFL and how rookie NFL QB deals allow the Vikings and 49ers to sign stars to extensions, then a MLB player was banned for life for gambling so Steve talks gambling in baseball and sports.
Matt Catrillo joins the show and we discuss Chennedy Carter and Caitlin Clark, and WNBA ratings. Todd and Steve continue that discussion, then talk fandom. You become a fan of a team because of location and time frame.
Gabe Sinicropi joins Steve to discuss the upcoming Crosscutters started which starts on Tuesday, the Nate Bauer of Blue White Illustrated discusses Beaver Stadium expansion, PSU men's hoops, and all the news in college sports.
Nate returns to the show to talk some college news in general - NIL and advertising on uniforms and stadium - Beaver stadium expansion and some men's hoops talk after all the roster machinations and transfer portal is over.
Gabe joins the show to talks to us about the MLB Draft league and the Crosscutters. What does it take to put a season together in Williamsport? Some of the links between the community and the team. The host family program and its benefit for the team and the area. What are some of the promotions for the team this season?
Oilers' play by play announcer Jack Michaels joins us to talk about Edmonton clinching a Stanley Cup Playoff berth, the one thing the Oilers learned before they made the Final and what it's like to be around Conner McDavid.
Steve talks advertising on the field and on uniforms as NCAA meets on Thursday to allow this, then Edmonton Oilers play-by-play announcer Jack Michels joins the show.
Steve talks his night and morning at Coaches vs. Cancer Golf Tournament, Clemson and FSU vs. the ACC; we talk Gable Steveson signing with the Bills; Dick from Milton calls about Stephen Neal vs. Brock Lesner, then the King joins the show.
Nick of PGHSteelersNow joins us to talk about Steelers' OTAs. What Nick think about OTAs in general - the NFLPA's proposal to move them closer to training camp and his thoughts on the benefit to the team. The QBs in Arthur Smith's new offense, and some of things he learned during OTAs, including a former Penn Stater who might have a breakout season.
Todd updates Selinsgrove and Midd-West successes this spring along with PIAA playoff sites. Todd and Steve then talk NBA Finals and Coaches vs. Cancer then PGHSteelersNow 's Nick Farabaugh joins the show to talk Steelers' OTAs.
Steve talks about Penn State's trip to West Virginia for a noon kickoff, and ways for college football to improve its schedule release, then we talk a little bit about Steve's trip to Columbus last week.
Steve discusses the college football TV schedule, the rules for NFL TV and who will return in college hoops next season
Tony joins the show for a very in depth and informative discussion on private equity in college sports. What exactly private equity is and its goals. How it could effect college football, and what kind of control it would have. What would be the downfalls and the pluses. Then Steve and Tony discuss their thoughts on how it could effect some specific schools.
We continue our discussion of college sports' new world with Tony Knopp of Ticket Manager about private equity in college sports and it's possible consequences; then Steve and Todd continue the talk and give their thoughts on the changing college sports world.
Steve discusses the problems with private equity in college sports, and who would private equity would want, and want college programs would need private equity. Then Steve discusses Brony James' NBA draft projection.
Steve talks with Neal Coolong about changing the dates of OTAs and the various effects it can have, then Steve and Todd discuss private equity in college sports. Todd's newspaper experience makes him not a fan.
Neal joins the show for a conversation about the players moving OTAs ahead to about the end of June. What the owners could want for such a proposal? Why would they be against it? What could the players union get? How close are we to 18 or 20 games in a season?
Steve talks with ESPN's Adam Rittenberg on the changing landscape of college sports; then Matt talks MLB umpires and paying college players.
ESPN's Adam Rittenberg returns to the show to discuss his story on Notre Dame lacrosse/football player Jordan Faison, then a long discussion on college sports. How will the departments pay for it? How will private equity get involved, and how will it change college sports.
Ray Didinger on college sports and Penn State Football and Sean Fitz, On3.com, talking Penn State Football.
Ray Didinger on college sports and Penn State Football and Sean Fitz, On3.com, talking Penn State Football.
Todd Zolecki, MLB.com, on the Phillies hot start and Kevin Herr (A.K.A. The Suit) on the upcoming Indianapolis 500.
Todd Zolecki, MLB.com, on the Phillies hot start and Kevin Herr (A.K.A. The Suit) on the upcoming Indianapolis 500.
Dennis Dodd, CBSSports.com, on College Sports and schools moving conferences and Neal Coolong on the NFL schedule release.
Dennis Dodd, CBSSports.com, on College Sports and schools moving conferences and Neal Coolong on the NFL schedule release.
Ben Jones, StateCollege.com, on Beaver Stadium upgrades and Nate Bauer, On3.com, about PSU Basketball and Football.
Ben Jones, StateCollege.com, on Beaver Stadium upgrades and Nate Bauer, On3.com, about PSU Basketball and Football.
Steve talks more Beaver Stadium expansion and what it means for the school, then Brian from Northern Va. and Dick from Milton call in the second segment
Steve talks more Beaver Stadium expansion and what it means for the school, then Brian from Northern Va. and Dick from Milton call in the second segment
Steve talks how college sports changes on Thursday with the Big 10, SEC and NCAA voting in the House v. NCAA case, then we do a deep dive on the Beaver Stadium expansion.
Steve talks how college sports changes on Thursday with the Big 10, SEC and NCAA voting in the House v. NCAA case, then we do a deep dive on the Beaver Stadium expansion.
Mark Wogenrich of AllPennState joins the show to discuss the Board of Trustees meeting and the expansion of Beaver Stadium, and what it means for football and the entirety of the athletics program.
Mark Wogenrich of AllPennState joins the show to discuss the Board of Trustees meeting and the expansion of Beaver Stadium, and what it means for football and the entirety of the athletics program.
Neal Coolong joins to show to discuss watching Game 7 of Timberwolves-Nuggets as an early-rising Minnesota fan. We then switch to the NFL schedule release and what the Steelers schedule looks like. Then they discuss Cam Heyward's hold out from OTAs.
Neal Coolong joins to show to discuss watching Game 7 of Timberwolves-Nuggets as an early-rising Minnesota fan. We then switch to the NFL schedule release and what the Steelers schedule looks like. Then they discuss Cam Heyward's hold out from OTAs.
Steve joined in the first segment by Neal Coolong to discuss the Timberwolves Game 7 win, the NFL and Steelers schedule release and Cam Heyward. Steve and Mark then get in depth on the Trustees Meeting today to approve money for Beaver Stadium
Steve joined in the first segment by Neal Coolong to discuss the Timberwolves Game 7 win, the NFL and Steelers schedule release and Cam Heyward. Steve and Mark then get in depth on the Trustees Meeting today to approve money for Beaver Stadium
Scott joins the show to discuss the red-hot Phillies. What does Scott think is the best part of the Phillies' start? We talk the starting pitching, including Ranger Suarez, and how he's taken a step forward; Bohn and Stotts improvements; How the Phillies have filled the Trea Turner hole since he has been out. How the Phillies have built their clubhouse.
Scott joins the show to discuss the red-hot Phillies. What does Scott think is the best part of the Phillies' start? We talk the starting pitching, including Ranger Suarez, and how he's taken a step forward; Bohn and Stotts improvements; How the Phillies have filled the Trea Turner hole since he has been out. How the Phillies have built their clubhouse.
SJS Hour 1 - 05-21-2024 - Steve talks the Phillies fast start with Scott Franzke and then we discuss Beaver Stadium expansion. Where the money is coming from, where Penn State is getting it from and what to expect.
SJS Hour 1 - 05-21-2024 - Steve talks the Phillies fast start with Scott Franzke and then we discuss Beaver Stadium expansion. Where the money is coming from, where Penn State is getting it from and what to expect.
Steve talks what Penn State spends per sport, and what each sports brings in. Then Matt Catrillo joins the show to discuss his thoughts on Jokic's comments after Denver loss and the Scott Scheffler situation.
Steve, a Lewisburg graduate and former MLB pitcher, joins the show to discuss IUP making the Division II Super Regionals for the first time in school history. Kline discusses his team, his baseball philosophy and some of the guys in the game that influenced him.
SJS Hour 1 - 05-20-2024 - Steve talks about the Non-Power 5 schools being upset about the NCAA settlement, and is it fair? Then Steve Kline, a Lewisburg High graduate, joins the show to discuss his IUP baseball team making the Division II Super Regionals for the first time in school history
Steve talks more about what happened on Friday morning in Louisville, then the King joins the show.
State College.com's Ben Jones joins the show to discuss the expansion of Beaver Stadium. Why they are doing it? What will be done? What does Tuesday's Board of Trustee meeting mean? Monetizing Beaver Stadium (Luke Combs concert, Winter Classic?)
Philadelphia Inquirer's Dick Jerardi joins the show to discuss Saturday's Preakness race. Does Mystik Dan have a shot a winning his second race of the Triple Crown? What does Muth scratching do to the race and Dan's chances? Some other horses to keep an eye on.
Steve talks with Dick Jerardi about Saturday's Preakness, what horses have a chance to win, an underdog take a look at. We talk Scotty Schreffler's morning, then Ben Jones of State College.com join us to talk Beaver Stadium Expansion.
On3.com's Sean Fitz joins the show to talk Penn State recruiting. We talk about official visits which begin next weekend at University Park. PSU is out looking at 2026 QBs with Danny O'Brien and Andy Kotelnecki. Steve and Sean talk NIL and its effect on recruiting. Then they dive into the King Mack transfer from PSU to Alabama
Steve dives a little deeper into the ACC drama, and we wonder what is Florida State's end game. Then Sean Fitz dives into Penn State recruiting with Steve
Steve talks last night's playoffs, some PGA Tour, then the Suit, Kevin Herr, joins the show to preview Indy 500
Steve talks with the Pittsburgh Post Gazette's Gerry Dulac, then we discuss the NFL schedule, streaming on Christmas Day, and when is enough, enough for the NFL
Gerry joins Steve to discuss the PGA Championships set to start Thursday at Valhalla in Louisville Kentucky. Gerry previews the course - the three golfers he considers the favoite. We talk about Scottie Schreffler and Rory McIlroy and Brooke Kopeka. What does Jordan Spieth have to do to get back on track? Then we talk a little Steelers as the Christmas Day steaming game on NetFlix
Steve talks about last night's playoffs in the NBA and NHL after set up the rest of the week, then we spend the rest of the hour on House v. NCAA and ACC vs. Clemson/FSU plus a little on the NFL schedule release tonight
Neal joins the show to discuss the NFL schedule release and what games he's looking forward too. Streaming vs. regular TV and what Neal is looking for when the actual schedule comes out.
SJS Hour 2 - 05-14-2024 - Steve talks the NFL schedule release with Neal Coolong and then Matt Catrillo joins the show to celebrate his birthday with some rants.
Greg Pickel of on3sports.com/Blue White Illustrated tells about Zain Retherford's run to Paris, how David Taylor moving to Oklahoma St. will effect PSU; who fills the assistant spot at Penn State..some talk on EA Sports NCAA College Football.
Steve talks the NCAA schedule and NFL schedule releases as they come out and drips and drabs. Then on3.com/Blue White Illustrated Greg Pickel joins the show to discusses Zain Retherford's run to the Paris Olympics, David Taylor and some football stuff.
Schools will have to come up with revenue for the House v. NCAA settlement, and Steve has an idea - advertising on uniforms. Then Bob from Hanover calls in to continue the discussion.
John Perrotto breaks down Paul Skenes' start from Saturday. What it meant to the fanbase? How Skenes looked in his first start. His arsenal on the mound. What to expect later in the week from his second start.
SJS Hour 1 - 05-14-2024 - Pittsburgh Sports Now's John Perrotto joins the show to discuss Paul Skenes first start on Saturday against the Cubs, then Steve discusses the California Board of Regents making UCLA paying Cal $ for athletic expenses.
Bucknell coach John Griffin joins us to talk new Charlotte Hornets coach Charles Lee, then we talk the new NCAA rule to add coaches in college football.
Bucknell coach John Griffin joins us to talk about his former teammate Charles Lee, who was just hired on Thursday as the head coach of the Charlotte Hornets. What makes Lee a good head coaching candidate? Lee and Griffin's friendship. Also talk about the coaches from the team that upset Kansas in 2005. Griffin, Lee and Kevin Bettencourt are all successful college or NBA coaches.
Missi Matthews of the Steelers' Network joins the show to discuss the Steelers draft. Get her thoughts on Zach Frazier and Roman Wilson. What makes Peyton Wilson, the N.C. State LB, so special? Leadership on the offense and the revamping of everything on that side of the ball - players and coaches. What it's like to be around Mike Tomlin all the time.
Steve did a NIL get together in Philly on Thursday night and that sparks some NIL discussion in the first segment. Then Missi Matthews of the Steelers' Network joins the show to discuss the Steelers draft
ESPN's Tim Kurkjian talks MLB and The Athletic's Audrey Snyder on the USA Olympic Wrestling Trials.
Nate joins the show to talk all things Nittany Lions this week. We talk next year's hoop schedule, the new ticketing company at Beaver Stadium..Steve and Nate discuss NIL and Nate's article on Smith Vilbert, and how much his returns will help the defensive line.
USA Today's Bob Nightengale gives us an overview of the Major League Baseball season through the first month. Some story lines he loves early. The Phillies, the sadness of more Mike Trout injuries, why are the White Sox so bad? Some more on the Phillies and roster construction...What is the issue in Houston?
Double guest hour as Bob Nightengale joins Steve to discuss all things MLB (Mike Trout, Phils and Orioles etc.) and then Nate Bauer of Blue White Illustrated catches us up on all the Penn State news.
Steve had a speech in New Castle on Tuesday night, and NIL was a main topic of conversation with the audience. We discuss some of the ramifications. Then we talk the NFL, Netflix, the game in Brazil and greed.
Neal discuss the Timberwolves and what its like rooting for them after years in the wilderness. We discuss the NFL schedule games and NFL games in foreign countries before Matt Catrillo joins the show to rant.
Neal joins the show and we don't start with football. Neal is in Minneapolis and is a Timberwolves guy, so we hear from Neal what's it like to see Minnesota's NBA team so successful. Then we talk the schedule release in the NFL and Games not in the USA.
Keith Pompey joins the show to discuss the 76ers. 76ers always try to hit a home run in the summer. What is Joel Embiid's window? What would Keith like Embiid and the 76ers organization to do. What made Maxey take a step forward? What does Keith think about the Timberwolves-Nuggets series?
Steve talks David Taylor taking the Oklahoma State wrestling job, then we discuss Carter Staroucci's reaction to the move. Then Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer's 76ers beat writer, talks what the offseason and future brings for Philadelphia.
Steve talks chemistry in TV studio shows as it sounds like the NBA on TNT show might not be around after next year, and how ESPN has been looking for that kind of chemistry, then we catch up on the weekend.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Didinger joins the show to discuss the Eagles draft picks and his thoughts. Then Ray tells some stories about his first draft he covered in 1970 and the draft in 2024. Also a draft stories about Jack Ham and Ron Jaworski.
Hall of Famer Ray Didinger kicks off the show with a fun conversation about the Eagles draft picks, then some NFL draft stories from Ray's more than 50-year career. Then Steve talks his trip to Sunbury Motors and fit in sports and chemistry.
Bo Smolka joins us to give us some insights into the Ravens draft and offseason. We talk their first two picks in the draft and the third-day selections that Bo likes. We discuss Odafe Oweh and Adisa Isaac on the Ravens defensive line. The Derek Henry pickup and how will Henry and Lamar Jackson work together in the Ravens' running game.
Bo Smolka discusses the Ravens draft and offseason. How do the Penn State guys up front fit with the Ravens? Then the King joins the show in the final half hour.
Dick Jerardi joins the show to discuss everything you need to now about Saturday's Kentucky Derby. An in depth look on the favorite Fierceness and some of the other horses. How Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby is different from other races. Is it Chad Brown's time for a win at the Derby? What chances to the Japanese horses have?
Steve is joined by Dick Jerardi to discuss Saturday's Kentucky Derby, the favorites and some picks. Then Steve discusses his thoughts on the Derby.
Steve talks Kentucky Derby and Muhammad Ali, then we talk his trip to Florida and to Cape Canaveral
Dennis Dodd joins the show to the NCAA's settlement talks in the House v. NCAA case, the ramifications for athletic departments (long-term loans?). Then they discuss the ACC and Florida State and Clemson lawsuit
Dennis Dodd joins the show to discuss the current state of college sports and House v. NCAA ramifications, then Steve honors Mike Gorman, who retired on Wednesday night after the Celtics clinched their first-round victory over Miami.
Steve discusses the release of Penn State's Big Ten opponents for the 2024-25 season. Then we get into the ACC vs. Florida State case
Steve discusses Tyrone Maxey's last 25 seconds in the Garden, not quite Reggie Miller, but close. Then we spend the second segment discussing House vs. NCAA and where do athletic departments come up with the $ to pay athletes.
Our favorite day of the year: Tuesday's post draft call with Neal Coolong. He's impressed with the Steelers' draft, and thinks the 2023 and 24 draft laid a great foundation for the future. We talk the three offensive lineman, and Roman Wilson, and how Neal thinks the offseason has gone.
Neal Coolong discuss the Steelers draft. Lots of offensive linemen love in this one. Then we talk about how the Steelers overall offseason went. Then Steve discusses the NBA rights fee and NBC Universal possible swooping in with a massive offer.
Eagles' insider Dave Spadaro gives us his thoughts on the Eagles' draft. Remaking the secondary in the first two rounds. What Will Shipley will bring to the table. How the DE from Houston Baptist fits in from round 3. Spadaro says this draft reminds him of 2002 when the Eagles remade secondary with picks like Lito Sheppard.
Matt Catrillo joins the show to rant about Sunday's 76ers game and how the owners are at fault more than the players. Then Eagles' insider Dave Spadaro takes us through the Eagles' draft.
Steve discusses more NFL draft, the Steelers, Eagles and a little Ravens, then Doug from Wellsboro wants to talk Kalen King's drop to the seventh round to the Packers. Then Steve and Todd talk some golf.
Steve discusses the NFL draft and how well the NFL does it, getting 700,000 people to Detroit this weekend, and Steve makes the point why don't the NBA and MLB try the outdoor spectacle with their drafts. Then we talk the NBA playoffs, and how the 76ers let all those Knicks fans into the Arena.
Dan Baker has been the Phillies public address announcer since 1972. He tells us a little about some of his job and we get his thoughts on the current Phillies.
Phillies public address announcer Dan Baker joins the show to discuss his job and his current thoughts on the Phillies. Then we discuss tonight's NFL draft, the amount of good, starting players available, then Steve gives his thoughts on some of the Big Ten and Penn State guys he think might get picked.
Nick discusses the Steelers' pick of Troy Fautanu in the first round and we get a detailed break down of his game, and the Steelers' plans are for him. Then Nick gives us his view of picks coming up tonight, and his thoughts on the first round.
Steve discusses the first round of the NFL draft - the Eagles pick, the run on QBs and we discuss the Falcons pick of Michael Penix, Jr. Then Steelers Now beat writer Nick Farabaugh joins the show to discuss the Steelers pick of Troy Fautanu
We talk more NFL draft and where you can watch and listen to the draft tonight, then we discuss Central Columbia's Jared Verse and how everybody has their own path to success. Everybody is on their own path and time frame in life.
Steve and Todd talk tonight's first-round of the NFL draft and where we think things might fall..We talk Eagles, Steelers, Commanders and some thoughts on the Bears. Which pick does Steve think is the pivot point in the draft?
Steve talks more NFL draft, then we veer into the importance of wrestling for offensive linemen, some talk about philosophy and the need to not be on the job for 24 hours per day. Then Pittsburgh Post Gazette's Gerry Dulac joins the show to discuss some golf, then a deep dive into Steelers' draft plans.
Gerry Dulac joins the show to discuss the Steelers' draft plan, but first Steve and Gerry talk some golf - the Masters, Scott Schreffler and Nelly Korda - then we do a deep dive on the Steelers' draft plans. Where does Pittsburgh go in the first round? What center do they have an eye on? What will they do at wide out? Gerry also says don't rule out a draft day trade for a WR. What will Gerry's weekend look like? and we get Gerry's thoughts on the QBs.
Steve talks NFL draft in relation to Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarty. Is McCarty worth a first-round pick? What game did J.J. win for the Wolverines over the last two years? Then we talk the transfer portal, and the players that other Big Ten teams picked up in the transfer portal.
MLB's .com and host of the new podcast The Phillies Show with Reuben Amaro, Jr. and Jim Salsbury, Todd Zolecki joins us to talk the Phillies hot start. The strength of the starting pitching. How the starting pitching effects the bullpen and how Rob Thompson make his managerial decisions. Trea Turner in his second season as a Phil. Phillies improved defense. Johan Rohas as a defender and his improvement at the plate. Bryce Harper update and Todd's thoughts on the rash of arm injuries in MLB.
Neal Coolong joins the show to talk the NFL draft. Where does the run start in the first round and what position of the draft does Neal think it comes from. Will 6 QBs go in the first round like Steve surmises? A deep dive on Michael Penix Jr. and Marvin Harrison Jr plus Harrison Jr. vs. Malik Nabers
Steve talks some NFL Draft with Neal Coolong and then Todd Zolecki joins us to talk the Phils' hot stretch
Steve talks the 76ers' loss on Monday night. Steve says "There are six different things the 76ers could have done before not getting the timeout that could have clinched the game." Matt Catrillo joins the show to give his thoughts on 76ers game and the Aaron Boone ejection.
The Athletic's Audrey Snyder joins the show to discuss all things U.S. Olympic Trials from the Jordan Center. What was David Taylor vs. Aaron Brooks like live? The crowd reaction. Jason Nolf vs. Kyle Dake and the Jordan Burroughs controversy. What does Zain Retherford have to do to make the Olympics? We finish with Audrey telling us what was like to go to the Olympics in 2012.
Steve talk his trip on Sunday to watch the Pirates and Red Sox at PNC Field, then we talk some NFL draft and underclassmen, then a survey from the Athletic from current NBA Players
The Athletic's Audrey Snyder joins the show to discuss all things U.S. Olympic wrestling trials from this past weekend at the Jordan Center. Then Steve discuss get in prices for NBA games and Dick from Milton calls.
ESPN's Tim Kurkjian joins the show to discuss Jackson Holiday and the advantages of growing up in a MLB clubhouse; The Pirates' Paul Skenes and pitch limits; Things that have made Tim happy in the early season (Guardians, Royals and Pirates); some thoughts on the dodgers and Yankees; then we wrap with more Orioles talk
ESPN's Tim Kurkjian joins the show talk various things about MLB (Jackson Holiday, the yankees and Dodgers and Paul Skenes); then the King and Steve discuss Big Ten Expansion and Caitlin Clark to wrap up the week.
MLB's Sweeny Murti joins the show to discuss John Sterling's retirement. What made Sterling so great? John Sterling on air vs. John Sterling off air. Possible replacements for Sterling. Then Sweeny gives us his thoughts on the Yankees. The importance of Stanton's health and some thoughts on pitching injuries
Steve talks with Sweeny Murti on John Sterling's retirement as Yanks' play-by play guy, then Sweeny gives us his impressions of the Yankees early season. Then Steve talks new college football rules and what teams should look at in the portal.
WIP's Jody McDonald joins the show talk Eagles draft. Will Howie Roseman use his first-round pick in the trenches? Where on the line. Steve and Jody discuss Jared Verse and could he fall to the Eagles. They talk the quarterbacks at the top of the draft and why has J.J. McCarthy rocketed up draft boards?
WIP's Jody McDonald joins the show to talk Eagles draft and then Rich Scarcella talks last week's Blue White game and his impressions of spring practice
Nate joins the show to discuss Penn State's roster number. Is the number 85 antiquated? Using NIL to circumvent NCAA rules, Nate compares it to having a good attorney at tax time; The transfer portal and what goes into it from both sides player and program. Then we discuss some Penn State men's hoops.
Steve spends the first segment talking the transfer portal, and the lack of any kind of idea of why the schedule is set up the way its is for football. Why isn't the spring date May 1-May 15? The current date (April 15), not a lot of teams have had their spring game yet. Then in the second segment, it's NIL talk and a new VA. law passed this morning.
Blue White Illustrated's Nate Bauer joins the show to discuss NIL, the Penn State's roster size and the transfer portal, then some Penn State men's basketball talk. Then Steve discusses the SEC's transfer portal rule.
Steve talks the Jontay Porter scandal in the NBA and other gambling issues along with a story on the Northwestern gambling scandal in the 90s, then we talk transfer portal news from earlier this week
Neal Coolong joins the show to discuss the NFL Draft. Is he sold on any of the top four QBs? Are NFL teams overthinking Marvin Harrison, Jr.? Some guys in this draft that Neal thinks can be building blocks? Is there too much time between the end of the college season and the draft? and Teams working on draft scenarios.
SJS Hour 2 - 04-16-2024 - Neal Coolong discusses the upcoming NFL draft and the Steve gives some NFL draft thoughts after the break. Steve also discusses the Jontay Porter investigation and Michigan's punishment for football violations during COVID.
The Philadelphia Inquirer's Keith Pompey joins the show to discuss the 76ers - Joel Embiid in the playoff; who needs to step up for the Sixers; Are the Knicks a matchup for Philadelphia; when does the pressure kick in for Philadelphia or the Heat (who the 76ers play in the play-in tournament Wednesday). Then we cover some overall NBA playoffs.
Matt Catrillo joins the show to talk about Joel Embiid, John Tortorella and John Sterling. Then we talk 76ers and the NBA playoffs with the Philly Inquirer's Keith Pompey.
Josh joins Steve to discuss his first year as the Pens play-by-play guy on SportsNet Pittsburgh. They talk the Pens playoff chances even after their recent hot run. They talk Sydney Crosby's greatness besides his offensive play. Some names to watch since the Jake Guentzel trade. Kris LeTang's improvement and the Pens' goaltending issues.
Steve pays tribute to former Penn State women's player and current athletic department member Kathy Drysdale, who passed away last week. Then Steve talks the Masters, then the final tournament of Verne Lundquist's illustrious career. Then Penguins play-by-play voice Josh Getzoff joins the show. We talk Penguins playoff chances, what his first year as the voice of the Pens has been and Sydney Crosby in the twilight of his career.
The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins the show to discuss Saturday's Blue-White Game. What he liked from the game, and what he watched...what can you take away from the Blue White Game? Abdul Carter's performance. How fans shouldn't take too much out of a two-hour scrimmage after 14 practices during the spring. Why was everything so vanilla for the game?
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SJS Hour 1 - 04-15-2024 - Steve is joined by the Reading Eagles' Rich Scarcella to discuss Saturday's Blue-White Game and his takeaways from the contest and talks with players after the game. Then Steve gives his thoughts on Saturday on Quentin Martin and the QBs.
Blue-White game preview 04-12-2024 - Steve tells fans to watch for on during Saturday's Blue-White game: No injuries of course...some names to watch...some things to watch (PSU WRs against its deep secondary) some of the QBs besides Allar...Abdul Carter at DE.
SJS Hour 2 - 04-12-2024 - Steve breaks down what to watch for in the Blue-White Game on Saturday, then the King joins the show for UConn talk and some trivia.
The CDT's Jon Sauber joins the show to discuss Penn State's basketball signee and the need for big wings in modern basketball. Then Jon and Steve discuss Spring football and the different environment around the program. What Jon has seen from all QBs including Ethan Grunkmeyer and some talk on fans expectations for the 2024 season.
SJS Hour 1 - 04-12-2024 - Steve talks some flying horror stories with Penn State from Marshall and back from Michigan State. Then Steve and Todd talk shaking press boxes.
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SJS Hour 2 - 04-11-2024 - Steve talks Northwestern's plan to play its football games at its practice facility for the next two seasons. Steve tells us why, and what the possible problems could be. Then the Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber joins the show for a little hoops and a lot of Spring Football.
SJS Hour 1 04-11-2024 - Steve's not back from quarterback club to start the show. So Todd guides Matt through his rants this week - LIV Golf and Greg Norman and Draymond Green. Then Steve is back and we talk more Golden State Warriors and the death of O.J. Simpson
The Pittsburgh Post Gazette's Gerry Dulac joins us to talk the Masters. Golf fans' apathy is because of the split between the PGA Tour-LIV Golf; How much the walk at the Masters will impact the field; The weather will play a factor as well Dulac says. Then he gives us his pick, and some names to watch during the Tournament.
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SJS Hour 2 - 04-10-2024 - Steve talks the split with LIV and PGA Tour and how its effected the current season of the PGA Tour, and how important the Masters is this week. In the second segment, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette joins us to preview the action at the Masters this week
SJS Hour 1 - 04-10-2024 - Steve and Todd talk about the NFL game in Brazil, and is the NFL overlooking the American fan now. Steve says in sports, business and politics, it doesn't matter, if you start treating fans as just entities and dollar signs, it's a sign you believe your bullet proof, and that's never good.
Neal Coolong has started his draft prep. We take an overall view this week of the draft. We talk about the quarterbacks. Why Neal likes Jayden Daniels upside over Drake Maye's upside? Some thoughts on what teams look at the draft. Do teams rely too much on pro day and combine day numbers and not on film?
SJS Hour 2 - 04-08-2024 - Steve talks with Neal Coolong about the NFL draft and some overall thoughts on the class, then we discuss the simple things that Penn State does during the Blue White game to keep fans for life; then some talk about UConn's ascension to college basketball Blue Blood status
on3.com/Blue White Illustrated's Mark Brennan joins the show to discuss spring practice - How important the depth that Penn State had developed. Andy Kotelnicki's communication skills. Some talk about the offensive line, and some things to look for in the Blue-White game on Saturday. We wrap up with some hoops talk.
SJS Hour 1 - 04-09-2024 - Steve talks Spring Practice with Mark Brennan, they discuss Penn State's depth...how the new coordinators are adjusting and how the players are adjusting..what to look for in the Blue White game on Saturday..then Steve discusses the Purdue-UConn game from Monday night.
Scott Franzke joins the show to talk his eclipse experience in St. Louis where the Phils open a three-game trip, and then some early season thoughts on the Phillies. Why the offense is struggling? Spencer Turnbull's importance on the mound. What does Scott think of the bullpen so far? Then Scott's thoughts on the pitch clock and the rash of pitchers' injuries so far this season.
SJS Hour 2 04-08-2024 - Steve is joined by Scott Franzke, the radio play-by-play guy for the Phillies, to discuss the eclipse from St. Louis and then some talk about the Phillies early season. Steve then talks tonight's Purdue-UConn game.
Dave Jones of Pennlive.com joins the show for maybe his final appearance. Dave is retiring at the end of the month. We start with Dave's impression of Steve and get rolling from there. Dave's influences from throughout his career. Hear a Bobby Knight story and a Joe Paterno story. Dave also give some thoughts about the state of college sports.
SJS Hour 1 04-08-2024 - Steve talks with Dave Jones of Pennlive.com who is retiring after 40 years in the newspapers business. It starts with Dave's Steve impersonation and gets better from there. Steve then talks the women's national championship game.
Nate Bower, Blue-White Illustrated, looks at the 2024-25 Nittany Lions Basketball team and the Transfer Portal. Mike Poorman from State College.com gives his thoughts on Penn State's Spring Practice.
Jim Jackson joins Steve to talk about the Flyers making a run to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and Mike DeCourcy from the Sporting News on the Final Four.
SJS Hour 2 - 04-04-2024 - Steve talks some more about the super conference, and there is a lawsuit for back NIL $ in Northern California. We talk the Final Fours, then the King joins the show
SJS Hour 1 0404-2024 - Steve wants to know if your excited for Monday's eclipse. Then we discuss the A's temporary move to Sacramento, some Final Four talk and then we discuss the Athletic's article on the 80-team Super Conference for football
Mike Poorman joins the show to discuss spring practice. What he sees from Andy Kotelnicki, the maturity of some of the Penn State players, and getting to talk to Julian Fleming for the first time. Tom Allen's effect on the defense
Flyers play-by-play broadcaster Jim Jackson joins the show to discuss the Flyers. We take an overview of a surprising season Broad Street and balancing a playoff berth with the franchise's long-term goals. What is Flyers coach John Tortorella really like? What is the coach's message to the Flyers over the last few games of the season?
SJS 04-03-2024 - PSU professor Mike Poorman joins us to talk Penn State spring practice and The Suit and Steve have a reunion over the final half hour and talk some Indy Car, Phillies some other things
SJSHour 1 - 04-03-2024- NBC Philadelphia's Jim Jackson joins the show to discuss the Flyers and a playoff berth, then Steve talks one-year ago in the Big Ten and the Pat Fitzgerald case against Northwestern
Neal joins Steve talk some Steelers and NFL Free agency. Does what the Steelers did in free agency change what Neal thinks Pittsburgh needs in the draft? Where do the Steelers look to in the draft. Then Steve and Neal take a look at some of the other free agency signings they like around the NFL.
SJS Hour 2 04-02-2024 - Steve talks with Neal Coolong about the Steelers free agency and draft plans, then touches on a couple of different teams that did well in free agency. Then Steve discusses the busy next two weekends in the Sports World. Both Final Fours, The Blue White Game and the Masters are all in the next two weekends.
SJS Hour 1 04-02-2024 - Steve talks with Matt Catrillo about the Eagles trading Hasson Reddick, and is Howie Roseman betting too much on himself? Then Matt talks the Washington Post story on Kim Mulkey. Then Steve talks the LSU-Iowa game and are is ESPN taking the Caitlin Clark love over the top?
Mike joins Steve to discuss all the Final Four Teams. How hard is it to officiate Zach Edey? the difference in Braeden Smith and Fletcher Loyer from Purdue. What took so long for N.C. State to get good. Can Alabama take out UConn? Mike also gives us an underrated part of the Huskies
SJSHour2-04-01-2024 - Mike DeCourcy of the Sporting News and Big Ten Network joins us to talk all the Final Four teams (Purdue, N.C. State, Alabama and UConn). Then Steve talks some of the surprises in the basketball transfer portal from Big Ten Schools
Nate returns to the show to discuss Penn State's men's basketball. What the offseason will look like, the balance between recruiting and the transfer portal; covering the transfer portal; then we dive into the perception of the Penn State football
SJS Hour 1 04-01-2024 - Nate Bauer of on3.com/Blue White Illustrated joins the show to talk PSU men's hoops and some spring practice. Then Steve discusses the upcoming Final Four.
USA Today's Bob Nightengale joins us from L.A. with his thoughts on the Shohei Ohtani story and an overview of the Dodgers seasons. Steve and Bob talk Yankees, Phillies and Mets. Who does Bob think is the best team in the NL (it's not the Dodgers)?
SJS Hour 2 - 03-29-2024 - Steve talks with USA Today's Bob Nightengale about a variety of MLB storylines including Shohei Ohtani, the Yankees, the Phillies and the Mets. Then Steve breaks down Friday night's Sweet 16 games.
The Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber joins the show to gives us an overview of the Phillies upcoming season: the stability of the team and the few new faces on the team; Bryce Harper's back and his adjustment to first baseman (still playing the position for less than a year); the Phillies bullpen; Trea Turner in his second year; and getting off to a better start in 20204
SJS Hour 2 -03-28-2024 - Steve talks with the Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber about the upcoming Phils' season. Then Steve discusses what's going with the Timberwolves' sale, then we talk the Sweet 16 games tonight.
SJS - Hour 1 03-28-2024 - Steve talks about using numbers from baseball in your broadcasts. You have to broadcast to your audience not to critics or a niche part of it. Then we talk a little Sweet 16, then Bob of Northern Virginia calls in to discuss college conference expansions like FSU and Clemson
The host of Blue White Illustrated Live Thomas Frank Carr joins the program to discuss what's seen at spring practice so far for Penn State football. What does Andy Kotelnicki offense involve so well? Running QBs? What will the run game look like, and who will be the biggest benefactor from the new running game? We talk some defense as well. Abdul Carter at DE and the ripple effects for the linebacking corps. We end with who he things his beloved Buffalo Bills might draft from PSU in a few weeks.
SJS Hour 2 - 03-27-2024 - Steve talks the NCAA president's comment on prop bets. NCAA president Charlie Baker may be right, but is anybody listening at this point. Then Steve talks about the new coaching rules being considered for assistants and analysts in NCAA football
SJS Hour 1 -03-27-2024 - Steve talks the ratings from this weekend from the NCAA men's and women's tournament along with the NCAA wrestling tournament. Reasons Wrestling might be down 10% from last year. Is the women's basketball tournament taking viewers from the NCAA wrestling? Then Thomas Frank Carr from on3.com/Blue White Illustrated talks with Steve about spring practice.
On today's Tuesdays with Neal, Neal and Steve discuss the Steelers signing Quez Watkins, the new rules in the NFL (kickoff and the hip-drop tackle), two more Christmas Day games and NFL's international reach
SJS Hour 2 03-26-2024 - Steve talks to Neal Coolong about the Steelers, the new NFL rules; then Dave from Danville calls in to talk the NCAA Tournament
pghbaseballnow's John Perrotto joins us to talk the Pirates before Opening Day. What does the stability this spring mean going forward? The difference in the type of spring training it was this season. How improvement in the team's defense? Pitching outlook and the health of closer David Bednar
SJS Hour 1 - 03262024 - Pittsburghbaseballnow's John Perrotto talks to us about the Pirates and some things to look for this upcoming season. Then Matt Catrillo has some thoughts about the new NFL rules and college basketball
John Griffin 03-25-2024 - Bucknell coach John Griffin joins the show to discuss this weekend's action in the NCAA Tournament. What is the difference between a major conference team and a mid-major team? How important is it for everybody on campus to be on the same wavelength with basketball? How he approach social media with his team? How excited is he for the Bison to get back to work?
SJS Hour 2 - 03-25-2024 - Steve talks about the reaction to Bill Self's comments after Kansas' loss to Gonzaga on Saturday. Self said he's been thinking about his team's future for the last month. Steve argues that he should have been because all good coaches are looking ahead at next year.
Then we look at the new NFL rules for the upcoming season.
SJS Hour 1 03-25-2024 - Steve discusses this weekend's Penn State national championship victory in wrestling and talks about Cael Sanderson's approach to his team, and the wrestlers approach to the craft. Then Bucknell coach John Griffin joins us to talk the NCAA Tournament
Former Bucknell coach Pat Flannery joins the show to discuss some things he saw this season at Penn State. What's different from when he coached (and it's not just NIL). Some of the adaptations Mike Rhoades and he had to make to adjust to the Big Ten. Then we discuss NCAA Tournament upsets (Flannery was the head coach when Bucknell beat Kansas in 2005).
SJS Hour 2 - 03-22-2024 - Steve discusses how big getting continuity in the Penn State men's basketball program (four coaches since 2020, and all of the last 11 recruits not on campus) is going to be for Mike Rhoades and then the King joins the show to talk some NCAA tournament and some trivia
SJS Hour 1 - Steve discusses the anatomy of an upset, and what two things you can see quickly in a game when an underdog has a good shot. Then we talk with former Bucknell coach and current Penn State staffer Pat Flannery about a variety of topics.
SJS Hour 2 - Steve talks more about the Ohtani story and how it could effect MLB, then Long Beach State AD said he fired his coach to inspire its tournament run
SJS Hour 1 03/21/2024 - Steve talks the Ohtani gambling scandal, some Penn State wrestling and NCAA Tournament updates along with some more sports gambling talk
AllPennState's Mark Wogenrich joins the show to discuss Penn State's spring practice: how does Penn State fill its leadership void? Andy Koltelnicki and the new offense; How are Drew Allar and Beau Pribula adjusting? His thoughts on college football playoff expansion and please save the bowls.
SJS Hour 2 - 03-20-24 - Mark Wogenrich joins us to discuss spring practice at Penn State, then Steve talks more about team building and the transfer portal (Demetrius Lilley entered the portal today, Wednesday
ESPN's Joe Lunardi joins the show to discuss the NCAA Tournament: Last night's Virginia game; What the committee got right; Some things to look for in the bracket; then some talk about the NIT
SJS Show Hour 1 - 03-20-2024 - Joe Lunardi joins the show to discuss Virginia inclusion, the committee got it right, and some things to look for in your bracket...then Steve looks at the rosters of the No. 1 seeds and how many of their contributors were from the transfer portal
Tuesday's with Neal is back with some Justin Fields discussion, and can the Steelers get Justin Jefferson from the Vikings. We talks some other Steelers signings as well
SJS Hour 2 - Neal Coolong talks the Justin Fields trade and the possibility of Justin Jefferson coming to Pittsburgh, then Steve discusses who is in the transfer portal for men's basketball out of the Big Ten and what he's seen in spring practice so far. Also, ESPN signs the CFP deal.
Chris Wheeler joins the show. Steve and Chris discuss what he misses about broadcasting and what he doesn't miss. We talk some Phillies spring training. How serious is Bryce Harper's back injury. What will the bullpen look at? Then Steve and Chris discuss some Penn State football
SJS Hour 1 - Chris Wheeler joins the show to discuss what he misses about broadcasting and what he doesn't. then some thoughts on the Phillies and Penn State football. Then Matt Catrillo joins the show to discuss the Clemson lawsuit and the Yankees issues
SJS Hour 2 - 03-18-2024 - Steve breaks down every first-round NCAA men's tournament game. East and West in first segment; South and Mid-West in second segment
SJS Hour 1 - Steve talks the NCAA Tournament (why did Virginia get an at-large bid?). Fans don't serve sloppy. Simple mistakes shouldn't happen. Take care of the little things and the big things will take care of themselves. Dean Smith's philosophy on winning six games in the NCAA Tournament and some questionable officiating at the Big Ten Tournament regarding block/charge.
Steve discusses the benefits of joining the Big Ten "a decision made in 1989 has been a huge benefit for the athletes in 2024." Steve also tells the story of Joe Paterno trying to former all-East Conference in the early 80s. Then the King joins the show
SJS Hour 1 - Steve talks about Aaron Donald retiring, the CFP numbers, then Steve discusses Thursday's Big Ten Tournament game in Minneapolis and the decision not to call a timeout at the end of game
Dave talks Eagles free agency: Saquon Barkley..Pass vs. run and the Eagles..where does Philly go from here?
Neal Coolong joins us to discuss Steelers free agency, Russell Wilson, the Dionte Johnson trade to Carolina, the Patrick Queen signing and a deep dive on the holes still open on the Steelers roster.
SJS Show Hour 2 03/14/2024 - Steve talks video games, stratomatic games and APBA games and the Suit joins us for bit; then we discuss NCAA Tournament expansion and Trev Alberts leaving Nebraska for Texas A&M
SJS Show Hour 1 - 03-14-2024 - Neal Coolong joins us in the first segement to discuss Steelers free agency, Russell Wilson, the Dionte Johnson trade to Carolina, the Patrick Queen signing and a deep dive on the holes still open on the Steelers roster. Dave Spadaro then talks Eagles free agency: Saquon Barkley..Pass vs. run and the Eagles..where does Philly go from here?
Pittsburgh Post Gazette reporter Gerry Dulac joins the show to talk the Steelers signing Russell Wilson and linebacker Patrick Queen. Does this signify a philosophy switch for the Steelers franchise? What will the Steelers do in the draft? Then we talk some PGA Tour vs. LIV golf
SJS Hour 2 - Steve talks more about college expansion, and why no Pitt in Big Ten? What might be coming in Michigan athletics. Then Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette joins the show to discus Steelers free agency and golf
SJS Hour 1 - 03-13-2024 - Steve is still in Minneapolis, and we talks some Big Ten Tournament, NCAA bubble teams and NCAA expansion
Steve's traveling for the first segment so it's Todd and Matt, then Football Hall of Famer Ray Didinger joins the show
Pro football Hall of Famer Ray Didinger joins the show to discuss Jason Kelce and Fletcher Cox retirement, the Saquon Barkley signing and where do the Eagles do in the NFL draft.
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SJS Hour 2 - 03-11-2024 - Steve talks some spring training..Aaron Judge is sitting for spring training fatigue...Gerritt Cole's elbow is barking..then we talk Penn State and Maryland..Nate Bauer then joins the show to discuss the upcoming Big Ten Tournament...the Nittany Lions' improvement over the season.
Steve Jones Show Hour 2 - 03-12-2024 - Steve updates us on the Big Ten men's basketball awards. Ace Baldwin is the Big Ten defensive player of the year. Then we discuss Zach Edey's NBA future.
Coach Griffin joins the show to discuss Sunday's loss in the Patriot League Tournment to Colgate. What it means for the future of his program; what is approach was to his post-game comments with his team; what he learned for from his first year; he and his team taking some time from basketball to recover
Another great talk with Coach Griffin
SJS Hour 1 - 03-11-2024 - Steve wonders how the Penn State women are out of NCAA Tournament at 26 in the Net, then we talk the men's bubble...John Griffin then joins the show to discuss Sunday's loss to Colgate and what the future holds for the Bison.
SJS Hour 2 -03082024 - Steve talks the Big Ten and SEC wanting automatic byes for the CFP, then the King joins the show
SJS Hour 1 - 03-08-2024 - Todd gives an update on local wrestlers at the PIAA Tournament; then Steve talks about FOX's Friday night college football plan.
The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the Dartmouth union case, NIL, then we discuss what his top story lines for spring practice which starts next week for Penn State. How do the three new coordinators adjust? New offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki and how his system fits the new PSU players. What happens in the wide receiver room? Who replaces last year's star's...Abdul Carter's switch to DE
SJS Hour 2 -03/07/2024 - The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins the show to discuss the Darmouth case and NIL, then give his top story lines heading into Penn State spring practice. Then Steve discusses what can be done to improve the live experience at college basketball games.
SJS Hour 1 - 03-07-2024 - Steve and Todd talk about some of the NIL issues brought up in Wednesday's call from Ed from Hanover, we catch up a bit on College football, then we have another caller on NIL
SJS Hour 2 - 0306-2024 - Cael Sanderson joins the show, then more on the Dartmouth decision, and Ed from Hanover checks in.
On3.com/Blue White Illustrated's Greg Pickel joins the show to talk about Penn State wrestling in the postseason. Will all 10 wrestlers make the NCAA Tournament? Carter Starocci update; Will Penn State have national title wrapped up in the NCAA's before finals. Then some things to look for as spring practice starts next week at Penn State
SJS Show Hour 1 - 02-06-2024 - Steve talks about the Dartmouth Union decision and some unintended consequences: $10,000 per player and the effect on other sports. Then Greg Pickel joins us to talk Penn State wrestling and what to look for as spring practice begins.
Neal Coolong speaks with Steve on Steelers offeseason plans: What positions will they target in the draft? Do combine numbers mean anything? Kirk Cousins or Russell Wilson, a possibility at QB?
SJS Hour 2 - Steve is joined by Neal Coolong to talk Steelers' offseason plans, then Dartmouth votes to unionize its basketball team and the possible ramifications for college sports
SJS Hour 1 - Steve talks with Matt Catrillo, who has issues with the new college football playoff format. Then Steve talks new college football rules, clarifies the new two-minute warning, then we catchup on overall Big Ten basketball.
Bucknell coach John Griffin joins the show to discuss the big win on Saturday night over Lafayette. What he thinks the key to the Bison success has been over the past week? What does Bucknell have to do to be victorious on the road at American on Thursday in the Patriot League quarterfinals?
SJS Hour 2 - 2024 - Steve talks next year's possible Big Ten basketball schedule. Then in the second segment, Steve discuss if college realignment is over. Steve says, "It's not a slam dunk, these schools want Florida State for example, the financial numbers have to make sense."
Steve talks about the deaths of Ed Ott, Chris Mortensen and Andy Russell. Then some Penn State sports updates. Bucknell coach John Griffin then joins the show
Joe Lunardi, ESPN Bracketology adn Mike Decourcy, BTN/Sporting News, on College Basketball.
Rob Brooks, Iowa Women's Basketball Play-by-Play and Dick Jerardi on Penn State and College Basketball.
Eagles 24/7 host Jody Mac joins the show to discuss what the Eagles do in free agency. What happens with Haason Reddick? Howie Roseman at the combine and James Bradbury. What position does Jody Mac think the Eagles spend their first round pick on?
TicketMaster's Tony Knopp joins the show to talk some of the business aspects of the College Football Playoff. NIL will be differences, "NIL on the West Coast is way behind what it is on the East Coast and the Midwest."
Are we headed to a few mega conferences? Then some talk about PGA Tour vs. LIV Golf
SJS Hour 2 - 02-29-2024 - Birds 365 co-host Jody Mac joins the show to discuss the Eagles' off season plans and the King joins the show to talk some college sports and trivia
SJS Hour 1 - Steve talks the new format for the college football playoff. Why the Big Ten and SEC will get three automatic bids, then we talk how Notre Dame fits into this equation.
Then TicketMaster's Tony Knopp returns to the show to talk about the effects of this playoff proposal and some pro golf as well
MLB's Sweeny Murti joins to the show. We spend some time on the Yankees (Juan Soto, Is Aaron Judge in CF a good idea?), the Orioles (how long is the O's window open to contend) and some talk about the Dodgers
Here the latest on seedings for the upcoming NCAA Tournament from ESPN bracketologist Joe Lunardi. The three No. 1 seeds are locked in, which team is the fourth No. 1? Big Ten representatives in the NCAA Tourney. The current last four in and last four out...Also find out Joe's thought's on his kerfuffle with Wake Forest coach Steve Forbes and the ACC
SJS Hour 2 - 02-28-2024: MLB's Sweeny Murti joins Steve to talk Yankees, Orioles and other news in Major League Baseball. Then Steve discusses the Ace Baldwin technical foul and feel for a game. Then a little bit on Tim Layden's Article on the Athletic and why history is so important in sports
SJS Hour 1 - 02-28-2024 - Steve is joined by ESPN's Joe Lunardi to talk NCAA men's brackets. Hear the latest No. 1 seeds, last four in, last four out. Then Steve talks Penn State's loss to Iowa and the second-half technical foul on Ace Baldwin.
Neal Coolong joins the show talk about NFL free agency, and the devaluation of the RB position. Neal says that a "journeyman pass rusher is worth more than a RB in today's NFL."
Then Neal talks about the NFL Scouting Combine
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Steve Jones Show Hour 2 - Steve talks the story in the Athletic on Purdue's Zach Edey, and what he has in common with Iowa's Caitlin Clark. Then Neal Coolong joins the show for his thoughts on NFL Free Agency and the devaluation of the RB along with some Scouting Combine talk
SJS Hour 1 - Matt Catrillo joins the show to talk about Tuesday's officiating mistake in the Knicks-Pistons game, and to rant about officiating. Then Steve discuss the Penn State football workouts, and what he looks for when he goes.
Bucknell coach John Griffin joins the show talk about Sunday's win over Army. What he's looking for out of his team as the season draws to a close, watching his team's body language, and calling end of game timeouts. Getting some advice from former coach Pat Flannery.
Dick Jerardi - 02-26-2024 - Dick talks about Saturday's win over Indiana, "3-pointers and foul shots are big in the modern game, and Penn State won both lines."
Steve and Dick also talk Zach Hicks, Ace Baldwin, the dismissal of Kanye Clary and the improvement of Nebraska
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SJS Hour 2 02-26-2024 - Steve talks the retirement of NFL writer Peter King, and his effect on the business. It also sparks some stories from Steve about Jimmy Johnson and La Salle's Lionel Simmons. Then we talk Penn State men's basketball and Andrew Funk signs with a two-way contract with the Chicago Bulls.
SJS Hour 1 - Steve's partner Dick Jerardi discusses Saturday's win over Indiana, and where the Nittany Lions have improved. Bucknell coach John Griffin joins us a day after the Bison's big win over Army West Point to get back to .500 in the Patriot League.
Nate Bauer joins the show to discuss Rec Hall vs. BJC for men's basketball. Where does Wednesday night rank in Steve's list of Rec Hall upsets? Nate has his own solution for the debate. How the atmosphere or, lack of it, at BJC influences perceptions of PSU men's basketball.
SJS Hour 2 - 02-23-2024 - Steve and Todd update this weekend's local sports action...What former Big Ten coach was a point guard at Wilkes..and then the importance of listening
SJS Hour 1 02-23-2024 - Steve talks about sports is business, the EA sports college football video game, and then on3.com/Blue White Illustrated's Nate Bauer joins the show for a discussion on Rec Hall vs. Bryce Jordan Center
Iowa's Rob Brooks joins us from shoot around to talk about Caitlin Clark, and what its like to cover her. He called from shoot around at Indiana with eight policemen surrounding the court. How Clark interacts with her teammates? The job Lisa Bluder has down at Iowa over the last two seasons. When did Brooks think Caitlin Clark could be special?
SJS-02-22-2024 - Steve talks about the logistics of moving Penn State basketball back to Rec Hall. All that went into playing at Rec Hall and what are some of the options moving ahead for facilities for winter sports at PSU.
SJS Hour 1 - 02-22-2024 - Steve talks about Penn State's big win over Illinois in Rec Hall on Wednesday night. The keys to the comeback. Steve says that, "Last Wednesday, when they were down to Michigan State by 14, there didn't seem to be a path to a comeback. When it happened in Rec Hall, getting down by 14 to Illinois, you could still see a path to a comeback."
Then Rob Brooks of Iowa joins us to tell us what's it like to cover Caitlin Clark.
DeCourcy - 02-21-2024 - Mike talks about UConn and Creighton from Tuesday night and the overwhelming homecourt advantage in 2024 men's college basketball, Tennessee's Dalton Knecht, what Purdue needs to do to get to at least the Sweet 16 this season, Houston and Illinois' lack of PG.
SJS Show Hour 2 - 02-21-2024 - Steve takes us through a former NFL scout's takes on presumptive No. 1 pick Caleb Williams. Then we talk Rick Pitino's comments from Sunday, and the one thing Steve wanted people to take away from it. We talk about hearing vs. listening in regards to young people and the causes.
SJS Hour 1 - Steve talks about Penn State's game with Illinois and what Rec Hall looks like for the game. Mike DeCourcy then takes through some national college basketball stories and some talk about Illinois and Purdue.
MLB.com's Todd Zolecki joins the show to discuss the Phillies' Spring Training so far. Zolecki addresses the overall health of the 26-man roster, and how it could effect the Phillies start to the season (hint: it's good news). He gives his thoughts on the newest Phillie, Whit Merrefield. Also, how good a first baseman a healthy Bryce Harper could be?
Neal Coolong 2-20-2024 - Neal gives his thoughts on what the Steelers needs in free agency and the upcoming draft. Is Kenny Pickett the answer at QB? Neal says, "If you asked me right now, No. However, he's the cheapest, best option they have right now."
SJS Hour 2 - 02-20-2024 - We hear the play-by-play call from last night's brawl in the Southland Conference. Neal Coolong then talks about the Steelers offseason needs in free agency. Then MLB.com's Todd Zolecki gives us an update from Phillies' Spring Training.
SJS Hour 1 - Matt Catrillo joins us for his weekly appearance. Rick Pitino's post game comments after St. John's lost to Seton Hall on Sunday. Then we talk the new model for the CFP and discuss Penn State's winter workouts from today.
Bucknell coach John Griffin joins the show for another interesting conversation with Steve. Does his competitiveness as a play bleed over into his coaching? How are the Bison handling the late season? What does Griffin do on weeks like this one with mid-week trip to Holy Cross?
SJS Hour 2 - 02-19-2024 - Steve discuss why UConn hasn't been discussed about the men's basketball elites. Then we discuss what does Kanye Cleary's dismissal mean for the Penn State men's basketball team on the court. Steve says that "Penn State has a lost all of two of its three recruiting classes. Of the 11 recruits to sign or commit to Penn State over the last three years, six never set foot on campus."
SJS Hour 1 - 02-19-2024 - Steve talks the NBA All-Star and what Load Management has done to the game. Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown says the threshold should be 58 games instead of the 65 games that began this year. Steve says that, "It's hurting their image when people have to work two or three jobs to combat high inflation, and somebody making 24 million a year only wants to work 58 times per year."
Bucknell coach John Griffin joins the show to talk the Bison, and how they are handling the late season.
Hall of Famer Ray Didinger joins Steve to recap the Super Bowl, the Chiefs and the NFL as a whole. Also Nate Bauer from Blue-White Illustrated and On3.com to talk Penn State Football a recent press conference with Coach Franklin and second year players.
Steve talks baseball with Tim Kurkjian and chats with Neal Coolong about the state of the game in the NFL.
NASCAR on Fox's Bob Pockrass joins the show to discuss the upcoming NASCAR season and the 2024 Daytona 500 on Sunday. Bob tells us the keys to winning on Sunday. Steve and Bob then discuss his thoughts on the upcoming season: storylines to watch, drivers to keep an eye on and maybe driver the could step into a starring role this season.
SJS Hour 2 - 02-15-2024 - Steve wonders why women's basketball is jealous of Caitlin Clark. Steve says, "For a sport that has fought since the 80s from every inch of coverage, now Clark is giving them feet and miles of coverage know. Why are some of older stars cutting her down?"
We also talk about Penn State's winter workouts from the defensive side, a bit on Julian Fleming
SJS Hour 1 - NASCAR on Fox's Bob Pockrass joins the show to preview the 2024 NASCAR season and talk about Sunday's Daytona 500. Then Steve talks NBA expansion and Vegas, and offensive weights after a couple of weeks of Penn State winter workouts.
Nate joins Steve to discuss the Penn State football press conference from Tuesday with Coach James Franklin, new special teams coordinator Justin Lustig and the 2nd-year players. Find out what winter workout all the players hate. Franklin's thoughts on Big Ten and SEC commissioners looking at college football issues and a view from 30,000-feet on the state of college sports with Nate and Steve.
SJS Hour 2 - 02-14-2024 - Steve talks Penn State football players at the combine, listening and talking at Penn State Pro Day, and how it relates to his classes and teaching his students. Then we talk the possible expansion of the NCAA men's Tournament and the Big Ten Tournament being only 15 of 18 teams. Steve says that Big Ten Tournament decision, "Will be a coach killer."
SJS Hour 1 02-14-2024 - Steve talks new CFP TV deal with ESPN, and what could the schedule look like for the 12-team playoff. Then Nate Bauer of on3.com/Blue White Illustrated to discuss James Franklin's press conference on Tuesday. His thoughts on what gleaned from it, and then a view on college football from 30,000-feet.
Neal joins us to give his thoughts on the conversation Steve and Ray Didinger started on Monday. Neal says, "The NFL is run by a league of lawyers, and make the rules like a defense attorney would."
SJS Show Hour 2 - Neal Coolong talks the state of the NFL, gives us some of his thoughts. Then Steve talks Penn State wrestling. Steve says, "Are the Nittany Lions in wrestling like the late 40s Notre Dame teams. People used to say the best football team in the country back then was Notre Dame and the No. 2-team might have been the Fighting Irish's back ups. Can we say the same about the Penn State wrestling team after beating Rutgers on Monday night?"
SJS Hour 1 - 02-13-2024 - Matt Catrillo joins us for his rants of the week. Then Steve talks about having a work/life balance, and about learning himself about not working so much.
Pro Football Hall of Fame writer Ray Didinger talks with Steve about the Super Bowl, what make Mahomes great, the new overtime rule, and then Steve and Ray discuss the state of the NFL. Ray says, "Why are we worrying about growing the game globally, when there are plenty of things that need fixed in the game?"
SJS Hour 2 - 02-12-2024 - Football Hall of Fame sports writer Ray Didinger joins Steve to talk the Super Bowl, what make Mahomes great and the state of the NFL. Steve then talks gambling. Steve says, "I've done this forever - football and basketball - and gambling on it is crazy."
SJS Hour 1 - 02-12-2024 - Steve talks the Super Bowl, including Shanahan's decision to kickoff in OT. Steve says that his experience in college football overtime with both teams getting a shot, "I've never seen a coach not play defense first. You then know what you have to do to win the game if you have the ball second."
SJS Hour 2 - 02-09-2024 - Steve talks Chip Kelly leaving UCLA to become Ohio State's offensive coordinator, and how much it surprises. Then the King calls in to talk the Taylor Swift, Super Bowl pick and prop bets for the Super Bowl.
SJS Hour 1 02-09-2024 - Steve talks Penn State men's basketball win over Iowa, "Penn State outscored Iowa from the two lines - 3-point and foul line - by 41 points. If you do that, you usually win 7 of 10 games."
Then we discuss the NFL Hall of Fame, and who got in.
SJS Show Hour 2 - Steve tells some golf stories and the chutter, then we discuss Caitlyn Clark's impact on Big Ten road attendance.
SJS Hour 1 - 02-08-2024 - Steve talks about analytics, then we discuss Hank Aaron vs. Barry Bonds in the clutch...Then Geno Auriemma won his 1,200th game on Wednesday night. Steve said, "(Women's basketball) was a sport that struggled to find an audience, and now it's at the point where 9 million people watched the NCAA Championship game last year."
ESPN's Tim Kurkijan on 02-07-2024: Tim join us to talk about the new ownership of the Baltimore Orioles and what it means to Baltimore. Then Tim tells about Juan Soto and the Yankees; the stadium situation of the Oakland A's and the Tampa Bay Rays; and the greatness of Jose Altuve.
On3Sports.com/Blue White Illustrated's Greg Pickel talks Penn State wrestling and a variety of topics. Greg talks about last week's Ohio State meet and what the Nittany Lions have learned. The in-season competition at 149 pounds, Aaron Brooks move up to 197; this week's meet with Iowa and Monday's match in the BJC with Rutgers.
SJS Hour 2 - 02-07-2024 - Steve talks some NIL after a caller - Ed from Hanover - sparks an interesting conversation. Steve tries to clear up some of Ed's questions about NIL. Then ESPN's Tim Kurkijan joins the show to talk new Orioles ownership, and what it means for the town, then some talk about the Yankees and the A's and Rays stadium situations.
SJS Hour 1 - 02-07-2024 - Steve talks with Greg Pickel of On 3.com/Blue White Illustrated about Penn State's big wrestling weekend, then Steve talks about Big Ten and SEC commissioners joining forces to discuss the state of college sports; Buck Showalter on Load management and analytics; Penn State football new numbers
Neal joins the show to discuss the Super Bowl - Brock Purdy's contract and 49ers building their team, NBC and NFL streaming the playoff game earlier this playoffs and Neal's prediction on the game. Neal says, "I'm picking the Chiefs. I've gone against Patrick Mahomes this entire playoffs and it's cost me."
SJS Hour 2 - 02/06/2024 - Steve talks with Neal Coolong about the Super Bowl, then Steve talks about the Big Ten Player of the Week Awards in regards to last week's Northwestern-Purdue officiating debacle. How does Zach Edey deserve it over Ace Baldwin? Steve says "A game that gave you bad publicity is just compounded by the rest of the week. They fined Chris Collins (the Northwestern Coach) and gave Edey the player of the week award. It's just bringing more attention to the free throw disparity."
SJS Hour 1 - Matt Catrillo is not happy the Eagles open in Brazil ..and find out Steve is half Portuguese. Steve also spends a lot of time on the National Labor Relations Board and Dartmouth University. Dartmouth men's basketball is looking to unionize.
Bucknell coach John Griffin talks about his team's week, including Saturday's loss to American. Griffin said, "We don't want to be a results-based program. We want to be a process-based program." Getting better means the results will take care of themselves.
Griffin then previews this week's game in Annapolis with Navy.
SJS Hour 2 - 02-05-2024 - Steve discusses analytics after his class spent some time on it Monday morning. Steve says, "I use analytics in my broadcast, and numbers are part of the game, and so is analytics, but analytics don't take into account situations."
Then Steve discusses Penn State wrestling, taking the opponents best shot, and how much they draw.
SJS Hour 1 - 02-05-2024 - Steve says that one question he'd ask Roger is two fold, "The second part is what do you tell the people that didn't stream the Chiefs-Dolphins or couldn't?"
John Griffin then talks about Bucknell's week on the court and we spend some time at the end of the hour on Penn State's big men's basketball win
Brett Veach, GM of the Chief and Mount Carmel native, talks about the Chiefs and Super Bowl. Also, Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauver on the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Ben Jones from State College.com on the financial numbers for Penn State athletics. Neal Coolong on the new Steelers OC.
Kansas City Chiefs GM Brett Veach joins Steve talk about the Super Bowl and several other topics. Veach talks about Donovan Smith, how character evaluation plays a role in team building, his influences and his reactions to the Chiefs struggles. Veach says that "Our worst game of the season was on Christmas night against the Las Vegas Raiders, but it was also the turning point in our season."
SJS Show Hour 2 - 02-01-2024 - Steve talks Boston College coach Jeff Hafley taking the Packers D.C. position, and what it means for college coaches going forward. Steve says, "The NCAA created a Wild West situation because of fear of litigation." Then the King joins us for a bit to talk the Super Bowl, the Red Sox and a special surprise in the last two minutes of the show.
SJS Hour 1 02/01/2024 - Steve speaks with Kansas City GM Brett Veach, a Mount Carmel H.S. graduate, about a variety of topics. Veach says that "I probably haven't enjoyed this run like I should. There is an excitement with reaching the first Super Bowl, but last year there is a lot of anxiety, and this year it's even more."
Then we talk about Big Ten men's basketball officiating after Northwestern Coach Chris Collins' meltdown in overtime Wednesday against Purdue
SJS Hour 2 - 01/31/2024 - Steve talks Florida State and ACC suing each other over TV contracts. Steve says, "FSU signed the grant of rights not just once, but twice. I think that's going to hurt their case." Then we talk about the news of Tennessee and Virginia suing NCAA over NIL guidelines after it was announced the NCAA is investigating Tennessee.
SJS Hour 1 - With Steve at Shoot around - Todd continues the talk about youth and high school sports the issues surrounding it. Then we talk a little good news in high school sports. Later we talk about Joel Embiid injury and New Seahawks coach.
Neal Coolong joins us to talk the Steelers hiring Arthur Smith. Coolong says, "It very similar to when the Steelers hired Todd Haley, who was the best offensive coordinator in recent Steelers history. They were both failed head coaches fired in the middle of season whose hirings were maligned."
On 3/sports.com and Blue White Illustrated Nate Bauer joins the show to talk the Penn State men's basketball team. Bauer says, "When their mojo is working, the (Penn State) D is awesome, but when they miss jumpers, and can't get into the press, they get run over in the halfcourt."
SJS Hour 2 - Steve talks to Neal Coolong about the Steelers hiring Arthur Smith as offensive coordinator and personnel versus scheme. After the break, Steve continues his thought on personnel vs. scheme, then some talk about Geno Auriemma coaching AAU basketball.
SJS Hour 1 - 01-30-2024 - Steve is joined by Matt Catrillo to talk San Diego hiring Jim Harbaugh, and the Eagles new coordinators. Then On3.com/Blue White Illustrated's Nate Bauer talks Penn State men's basketball.
Bucknell coach John Griffin III joins the show talk about the Bison's last week. Griffin says that they've been making winning plays in the final five minutes. "Those could not committing turnovers, making shots, or even just getting defensive stops on back-to-back possessions."
SJS - Hour 2 -01-29-2024 - Steve continues his thoughts on the Ravens. Then we discuss Dan Campbell's 4th-down decisions against the 49ers. Steve says that "He agrees with the first time Campbell went for it, but the second time he should have taken the points to tie the game." Then Steve talks about Ed Sidwell, a Penn State graduate and PA announcer that passed away last week at 88, along with former Penn State player Milos Bogetic, who passed from cancer.
SJS Hour 2 - 01-29-2024 - Steve talks about Penn State's loss to Minnesota on Saturday night with a football analogy, Steve says, "The PSU men's basketball team is like a football team with a good pass rush with bad back 7. If the Penn State men don't get turnover, steals or deflections in their pressure, then they aren't very good in the halfcourt." Bucknell coach John Griffin III join us to talk the Bison
SJS-Hour 2 - 01-26-2024 - Steve and Todd discuss the AFC and NFC title games, then make their picks. Then Steve talks about a report about the Big Ten men's basketball tournament only having 15 teams. Steve says, "I don't think this a good public relations move."
SJS Hour 1 -01-26-24 - Todd talks a bit about the PIAA oversight committee, then Steve talks Keyshawn Boutte, and gambling. Steve says, "People always make excuses that the (college) players are unsure of the gambling rules, but they used alias, they knew the rules."
Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber joins the show to give us a glimpse into his Hall of Fame processes. He talks about Chase Utley and Jimmy Rollins future Hall of Fame chances and a little on some of the players that missed induction this season. Then Scott talks about Bryce Harper's contract situation.
Front Page Sports Media's Bo Smolka joins the show to talk the Baltimore Ravens. Bo tells us the effect of Roquan Smith on the Ravens' defense. An update on Mark Andrews availability, and what Isaiah Likely has done has his replacement. What improvements has Lamar Jackson has made? and an update on the Penn State players on the Ravens.
SJS-Hour 2 - 01-25-2024 - Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer joins Steve to talk about his Hall of Fame ballot, and some talk about the Phils offseason. Then Steve and Todd discuss the future of journalism, and what Steve is teaching his class about it.
SJS Hour 1 - Bo Smolka of Front Page Media joins us to talk the Ravens, then Steve talks the Chiefs vs. Dolphins on Peacock versus the rest of the first two weeks of the NFL playoffs. Steve says, "Don't get too cocky with your product. There is eight seasons left in the TV contract, don't price your fans out of the game."
SJS Hour 2 - Steve talks about how much $ Ohio State has spent on NIL in portal and in roster retention. Steve also doesn't get Kliff Kingsbury. Indiana radio basketball play-by-play guy Dan Fisher gets fed up with Hoosiers flagrant fouls.
SJS Hour 1 - 01-24-2024 - Steve talks College football expansions. 50% of viewership of college football comes from 18 teams. We talk about the Hall of Fame induction. Steve says "It's about the eye test, not just the numbers." Then we talk Ohio State and NIL $
Neal talks the NFL playoffs with Steve. We talk Chiefs-Bills, Lamar Jackson and the Ravens, development of Brock Purdy. Neal and Steve discuss NFL pundits and their reactions to Purdy as well.
Bob shares his seven-man ballot and the reasons for his vote. We ask why Gary Sheffield isn't in the Hall and will he get in in his 10th year of eligibility? Billy Wagner's chances. Bob says "After Billy, I don't think there is a reliever I will vote for."
SJS Hour 2-01-23-2024 - Steve talks analytics in relation to the Bucs-Lions game, and Tampa Bay going for 2 down 8. Then Neal Coolong talks the NFL playoffs. Neal says, "Lamar (Jackson) can be loose in his throwing mechanics at times, but if this is what we are nit-picking about him, he's one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL."
SJS Hour 1 - 01-23-2024 - Steve talks Caitlin Clark and court storming, Matt Catrillo joins us to talk 70 points by Embiid, and he's still made about the Eagles. Then Bob Nightengale talks about his Hall of Fame ballot, and a preview of Tuesday night's announcement
John Griffin 01-22-2024 - Griffin talks about what Bucknell will learn from Saturday's tough loss to Lafayette in overtime. Griffin said, "We came in Monday morning and used it to teach. It wasn't the buzzer beater, but the things we did with a 14-point lead that cost us later in the game."
SJS Hour 2 - 01-22-2024 - Steve discusses the death of University of Colorado play-by-play guy Larry Zimmer and the 12th anniversary of Joe Paterno's death. Steve also gives some advice to listeners, the he gives to his students. Steve says, "If you take care of the little things, the big things will take care of themselves."
SJS Hour 1 - 01-22-2024 - Steve and Todd breakdown the weekend's NFL playoff action. Steve says, "What's the one thing the Chiefs did on Sunday, that they didn't the rest of the season? Catch the ball," then Bucknell coach John Griffin joins us to discuss the last 10 days of Patriot League play for the Bison.
Co-host of Birds 365 on YouTube Jody Mac joins Steve to talk the Eagles and the end of the season. Some of the reasons why Jody thinks the Eagles struggled over the 1/3 of the season and what offseason could look like in Philadelphia. Jody says, "Every body is looking to point to one reason for the collapse, but it wasn't just one thing. It was 10 or 11 things. Every body has to take some blame."
Adam Rittenberger 01-19-2024 - ESPN's Adam Rittenberg gives his thoughts on Bill O'Brien joining Ohio State and then a deep dive into the state of college football. Adam and Steve discuss the coach's convention and the ideas from it. Adam says "They had a lot of good ideas, but will the NCAA listen."
SJS Hour 2 - 01-19-2024 - Co-host of Birds 365 on YouTube Jody Mac joins Steve to talk the Eagles, life advice from Hubie Brown's dad and then The King joins the show to pick this weekend's divisional round of the NFL playoffs.
SJS Hour 1 - 01-19-2024 - Steve talks with Adam Rittenberger of ESPN about the state of college football and Bill O'Brien joining Ohio State. Then Steve and Todd talk about Sports Illustrated laying off its staff and about the state of local journalism.
State College.com's Ben Jones joins the show talks about what Penn State spends on intercollegiate athletics, the new coordinators for Penn State football, thoughts on what the Nittany Lions did in the transfer portal and the men's basketball win over Wisconsin on Tuesday night.
SJS Hour 2 - Steve talks about the length of the end of basketball games. Lane Kiffin is on the Alabama campus recruiting players out of the transfer portal and Steve tells a story about Illinois recruiting PSU players after the sanctions. Then NCAA decision making. Steve says "The NCAA has a lack of consistency in their eligibility cases."
SJS Hour 1 - Steve tells us the players left in the NFL playoffs that have Penn State ties and the Sanders brothers missing a Colorado team meeting to walk a Paris runway. State College.com's Ben Jones then talks about what Penn State spends on intercollegiate athletics, "If you want to win on the major college level, it isn't cheap."
SJS Hour 2 - -1-17-2024 - Steve plays some highlights from Penn State's win over Wisconsin and discusses Penn State's athletic budget. Steve says, "If Penn State wrestling can't make a profit by selling out all of its matches, it proves how hard it is to make money in college athletics besides football and men's basketball."
SJS Hour 2 - 01-17-2024 - Steve talks about Penn State's upset of No. 11 Wisconsin. Then Steve spends some time on the Eagles issues after Monday's game. Steve says that "Jalen Hurts has trouble navigating pressure. When did he have to face pressure at Alabama, Oklahoma or last year with the Eagles."
Neal Coolong 01-16-2024 - Neal says that "People think that Mike Tomlin is on the hot seat with the Pittsburgh Steelers, maybe the Pittsburgh Steelers on are on the hot seat with Mike Tomlin."
SJS Hour 2- Neal Coolong discusses the Steelers and what could be an eventful offseason. Then Steve discusses what's going on with former Maryland QB Tagovailoa and resting in the NBA.
SJS Hour 1 01-16-2024 - Steve talks the Eagles playoff loss, then Matt Catrillo gives his thoughts. Then we talk about more about the Eagles, and is it all Sirianni's fault. Steve says that Howie Roseman bares some blame and says that "You always get enamored of talent, but character has to play a part."
SJS 01-15-2024-HR 2 - Steve tells a story about travelling in a blizzard in 2011, and travelling to Iowa on the day of the Iowa caucus eight years ago.
Steve also talks about AFCA meeting last week, and how football coaches are at a loss on what the NCAA is doing with NIL and the transfer portal.
SJS Hour 1- 01-15-2024 - Steve discusses this weekend's NFL playoffs and the noise surrounding C.J. Stroud before the 2023 NFL draft. Steve says that "The talk after the scouting combine was test scores, but watch film, watch Stroud play against the 2022 Penn State defense and tell me he can't process against an elite defense."
Then Steve talks about Martin Luther King, Jr. and learning from the Penn State football players when they visited historical sites during Peach Bowl.
Nate Bauer of On3.com joins the show to discuss Stacey Collins leaving the Penn State coaching staff, the transfer portal players and then they discuss the Penn State men's basketball team.
SJS Show Hour 2-01-12-2024 - Steve discusses collectives and then the statement by the NCAA that Michigan won the National Title 'fair and square'. Steve says that "It was a statement that was tone deaf." Then the King joins the show to discuss the Patriots and the Steve, Todd and the King make their playoff picks for this weekend.
SJS-Hour 1 01-11-2024 - Steve can finally discuss the transfer portal. He enjoys how PSU does it Steve says about the Nittany Lions portal gets, "You never know when quality is going to pick you." Nate Bauer then joins the show to discus PSU special teams coordinator Stacey Collins leaving and the men's basketball team.
SJS Hour 2 - 01/11/2024 - Steve talks about what's next for Alabama and New England. Reasons for why Saban might have stepped down. Building college programs and how the calendar is better for NFL and college basketball coaches, then for NCAA football coaches.
SJS Hour 1 - Steve and Todd discuss the coaching news of the day. Steve says that, "You have to have perspective. Nick Saban is the greatest coach of the playoff era. But every era has a greatest coach, and different eras each have their own difficulties." Then we discuss how conferences will schedule with the expanded teams in both football and basketball.
NBC's Peter King joins the show to talk about breaking news in the Seahawks firing Pete Carroll and the Patriots coaching situation. He also talks about NBC streaming the Chiefs-Dolphins. King says that "Roger Goddell thinks streaming is the future for the NFL. He's convinced in the next media rights deal that streaming will be a major part of it."
Bill Hillgrove, the Pittsburgh play by play guy, joins the show. Hillgrove says that, "T.J. Watt is a big a loss, but with the depth Pittsburgh has developed, I think they are better prepared to deal with his injury this year, but we also all know the Steelers' record without Watt."
SJS Hour 2 - Steve and Todd discuss the Eagles problems and do they have a chance in Tampa Bay, Steve has some thoughts on the Pat McAfee situation with ESPN. Then Peter King discusses the breaking news about the Seahawks firing Pete Carroll and thoughts on the upcoming NFL playoffs.
SJS HR 1 - Steve and Todd discuss Saturday night's weather for Dolphins-Chiefs, and the fact it's on NBC Peacock. Steelers play-by-by guy Bill Hillgrove joins us to talk about the playoff game with the Bills. Hillgrove says that "He agrees with Mike Tomlin that you have to run the ball in the December and January because of conditions, and I think that's one of the biggest reasons for the Steelers success in the late season."
Neal joins the show and talks about the changes in Pittsburgh quarterback Mason Rudolph in this late-season run. Neal says "Mason seems to have calmed himself down in the pocket." Then Neal talks about the Steelers chances in their playoff game against Buffalo.
SJS Hour 2 - Neal Coolong talks the difference this year in Mason Rudolph and the Steelers chances against the Bills. Then, Why is the Chiefs-Dolphins on Peacock this weekend?
SJS Hour 1 - Matt Cartrillo joins us to rant about the Eagles; Steve ask some questions about Michigan's national title. One of Steve's question, "Why was Michigan so successful on first drives this season?" Also some College Football Hall of Fame talk
Bucknell coach John Griffin discusses the early results from the Patriot League, previews the Lehigh game.
SJS HR 2- Steve plays the key call in yesterday's win over Michigan by the Penn State men's basketball team. We don't know how the Steelers got to 10-7 this season, and we end on are you going to stream the Miami-Kansas City NFL playoff game.
SJS Hour 1 - 01-08-2024 - Steve discusses Penn State's bounce back win over Michigan and then Bucknell coach John Griffin joins us to catch up on the Bison season.
SJS HR 2-Steve talks about that the college football playoffs and expansion to 16 teams. Then the King and Kevin Herr join to show to talk bowl games and NFL picks for this weekend
SJS 01-05-24 HR 1 - Steve is still in Lansing Michigan after some plane issues for the PSU men's basketball team. We discuss some transfer portal, his trip and last night's game.
Steve and Todd discuss Saturday's snowstorm, then more talk about the new TV deal for the NCAA deal for women's basketball. Steve says about the NCAA women's Tournament. "Don't believe the narrative about the women's basketball tournament from a few years ago."
Steve Jones Show Hour 1 - Steve talks about the new NCAA TV deal. Are the Steelers playing better than the Eagles right now? And recruiting analysis Mike Farrell weighs on his solution to bowl opt outs.
Steve Jones Show Hour 2 - Steve talks more about NIL. The ratings from New Year's Day. Julian Fleming of Ohio State, and a Southern Columbia graduate, makes a decision to head to Penn State.
SJS Hour 1 01-03-2024 - Steve talks about an article from New Year's Eve on the recruiting collectives and NIL at the schools still left in the semifinals. How the IRS is looking to them as well.
Neal Coolong joins the show. Neal explains why it's working for the Steelers and Mason Rudolph. "Is Mason Rudolph the Cinderella man?
SJS HR 2- Neal Coolong discusses Steelers, and Steve discusses his Sunday night in his Atlanta hotel room.
SJS Show HR 1 - In the opening segment, Matt Catrillo discusses the Eagles and the loss on Sunday to the Arizona Cardinals. Then Steve has a three-step plan to curb opt outs, "1. go straight to a 16-game playoff; 2. insurance by the bowls tied to draft round for players; 3. moving early signing from late December to August."
Gary Stokan, President/CEO of the Peach Bowl joins Steve on this abbreviated Steve Jones Show before Penn State Basketball.
Greg Murphy from the Phillies Radio Network looking back on the season and Donnie Collins from the Scranton Times-Tribune on Penn State football.
Nate Bauer from On3.com talking college football recruiting and Wes Durham, play-by-play voice of the Atlanta Falcons and the ACC.
Mark Brennan from 247Sports on Signing Day and college football, and David Kellum, the play-by-play voice of Ole Miss, on the Ole Miss-Penn State Peach Bowl matchup.
Steve updates on Peach Bowl preparations. Bob Nightengale from USA Today talking baseball, and Bill Bender from the Sporting News on the College Football Playoff.
Neal Coolong joins Steve to discuss Saturday's win over the Bengals. Neal says "The Steelers are like a four-year long Broadway show. And now the producers decided that that QB that is only on the roster because of new NFL rule has now played the best of the 3 QBs to play for the Steelers this year. Now we might have the most mild QB controversy in NFL history."
SJS HR 2- Neal Coolong joins Steve to discuss the Steelers win. Neal says, "The Steelers are like a four-year Broadway show that's still running." Steve then discuss the latest with Florida State leaving the ACC and a Penn State story about Rip Engle.
SJS HR 1 - Steve says, "Eagles are a mess. Their two young defensive linemen from Georgia have been now shows." Matt Catrillo agrees with Steve's assement. In the second half, we discuss today's bowl schedule and what to expect from the Nittany Lions football team the rest of the week.
Blue White Illustrated's Nate Bauer talks about Penn State football's new coordinators and Penn State men's basketball. Bauer said "For those that think (Coach James) Franklin is involved in the offense. He doesn't have time. Both coordinators run thing on their respective side of the ball."
BWI's Mark Brennan talks about Penn State's recruiting haul from Wednesday. Brennan says "What you saw on Wednesday was the result of a lot of hard work. ... It took years and years of work. The kids that signed on Wednesday the coaches have been involved with since 2020."
Steve takes questions from callers about anything. Then the King joins the show for picks and some college football bowl talk.
Steve is joined by Mark Brennan and they discuss Penn State recruiting. Later in the hour, Nate Bauer talks Penn State football and basketball.
Neal Coolong joins the show and says that "changes need to be made in the WR room" and also talks about how much of a distraction George Pickens has become.
Ole Miss PBP Announcer David Kullem Joins the show and talks about Ole Miss and how they stack up against Penn State and how excited he is for the Peach Bowl
Hour 2 - Neal Coolong says that Mitch Trubisky's preformance was "A career ender" and says the Steelers need to make changes during the off season at WR.
Wednesday 12/20/23
Hour 1 - Steve talks about National Signing day and the 2024 recruiting class for Penn State. Plus Ole Miss PBP Broadcaster David Kellum joins the show and talks about the Successes of Ole Miss and what it will be like to play Penn State in the Peach Bowl.
Steve discusses the Tom Allen hire as defensive coordinator at Penn State. Steve says "Jack Ham and I discussed names for the defensive coordinator when it looked like Manny (Diaz) was headed to Duke. Tom's name was the first name we thought."
Steve Jones Show Hour 1 - Matt Catrillo joins Steve to discuss the rant of the week about the Eagles. Then Steve says "I can see with his history that Simpson might get one game, but the rest of the season seems excessive."
Wes Durham of the ACC Network "It's been a frustrating year for Florida State, and it caused the ACC to see its life flash before its eyes
Ryan Snyder of On3.com talks Penn State football recruiting and Wednesday's Signing Day "It's balanced class, not a position where Penn State would need to add players." Snyder also said, "Julian Fleming is not giving any indication of where he is going in transfer portal."
Steve Jones Show HR 2 - Wes Durham of the ACC Network joins the show and Steve says "I'm in favor of giving college teams one (replay) challenge like the kind the NBA uses."
Steve Jones Show HR 1 12-18-23: Steve Talks the Call that Ended the Penn State Men's Basketball game on Saturday afternoon, and Ryan Snyder of On3.com joins the show talk Penn State football recruiting.
Steve Jones Show 12-15-13 - Ross Tucker joins the show to talk about his career as a college football and NFL announcer for Westwood One and talk a little football. Ross says, "I love my job and I'm passionate about what I'm doing."
Steve Jones Show 12-15-23 HR2 - Ross Tucker Joins the Show to talk about what he's been up to in his broadcasting career, plus Steve, Todd and the King finish their picks.
Steve Jones Show 12-15-23 Hour 1 - Steve, Todd and the King discuss bowl season and make their picks. Todd and Steve also talk about the Chargers firing Brandon Staley.
Hour 2 - Legendary Hall of Fame Writer Ray Didinger Joins the show to talk about the Reggie White 30 for 30 film and part of his involvement in the film itself. Ray and Steve also talk about the current state of the NFL
Hour 1 - Steve talks about the situation with Maalik Murphy Texas back up QB on entering the transfer portal before the CFP. Steve also goes through playoff scenarios in the the NFL.
Steve Jones Show 12-13-123 HR 2: Steve discusses the case of a Jacksonville Jaguars employee charged with embezzling money and using it on daily fantasy. Todd discusses local boys basketball scene as well.
Steve Jones Show 11-13-23 Hour 1: Steve discusses quarterbacks in the transfer portal, and says "Transfer portal isn't always, the be all, end all for quarterbacks. Home grown QBs are probably better." Steve also talks about Draymond Green and the Golden State Warriors and Washington's new arena proposal.
Hour 2 - Bob Nightingale joins the show and talks about Otani's Contract to the Dodgers and the other signings in the MLB. Neal Coolong also joins the show to talk about the Steelers for the rest of the season
Hour 1 - Matt Catrillo Calls in for his rant of the week about the eagles performance on Sunday.
Gary Stokan the CEO of the Peach Bowl joins the show and says "It's a blessing that Penn State's there for the first time because they are one of the top 5 brands in college football." Stokan also talks about the charity work that the Peach Bowl does for Atlanta
Hour 2 - Gary Stokan the CEO of the Peach Bowl joins the show and says "It's a blessing that Penn State's there for the first time because they are one of the top 5 brands in college football" and Steve talks more NFL
12/11/23
Hour 1 - Steve says "Penn State Basketball's best players played there best and the Eagles best players didn't, and that's why Penn State won and the Eagles lost." Plus he talks about Ohtani's record breaking deal.
Neal Coolong Joins the show and talks with Steve about how the Steelers and in "uncharted territory" with the patriots loss. Plus, The King joins the show to give us his picks
Hour 1 - Steve talks about Duke Hiring Manny Diaz and Theo Johnson Declaring for the NFL Draft.
Bill Bender joins the show to talk about the college football playoffs and how he disagrees with the selection.
Steve talks about Duke football targeting Penn States DC Manny Diaz as there new head coach and Donnie Collins Joins the show and also gives his input on that and the CFP selection.
Steve talks about David Jones column on crowd noise and a look at Penn State-Maryland basketball.
BW Illistrated's Nate Bauer Joins the show to talk Chop Robinson declaring for the NFL Draft and says the CFP selection commitee is "patently dumb"
Hour 2 - Steve says that Eagles Security Guard Dom Disandro "Should not be a hero and Should be Suspended" for his interaction with Dre Greenlaw
Hour 1 - Matt Catrillo Joins us for his rant of the week including the CFP selections and the Eagles vs 49ers game. Plus BW Illistrated's Nate Bauer Joins the show to talk Chop Robinson declaring for the NFL Draft and says the CFP selection commitee is "patiently dumb"
Steve and Todd Hummel talk about the College Football Playoff, plus the Kiffin and Franklin press conference.
Steve talks about the College Football Playoff and FSU not being in, he also talks about a local player in the Transfer Portal and Bucknell's John Griffin talks about the big road win for the Bison over Penn State.
Hour 2 - The Kings joins the show and him and Steve give there picks for college football championships and the NFL
Friday 12/1/23
Hour 1 - Steve talks about Penn State Football's new offensive coordinator hire.
Bucknell Radio Broadcaster Doug Birdsong Joins the show and says that in a pregame interview with John Griffin says " He doesn't want his team to play robotic
Phillies Radio Broadcaster Greg Murphy Joins the show and says the Aaron Nola signing was "something Both Sides Genuinely Wanted to Happen."
Hour 2 - Steve says the College Football Selection is to much of a "Show" and it would be easier just to pick the teams. Plus doug Birdsong Joins the show and talks Bucknell Basketball
Thursday 11/30/23
Hour 1 - Steve says "people take shots in the dark" with there College Football Playoff predictions, plus Greg Murphy Joins the show and says that the Arron Nola signing was something "Both Parties wanted a deal done"
Pittsburg Post Gazette's Gerry Dulac joins the show and says that he saw a "more comfortable Kenny Picket" during Sunday's game
Center Daily Time's Jon Sauber joins the show and says he "isn't willing to place blame on allar" for some of the pitfalls this season overall.
Hour 2 - Steve says that there is "more connection to college teams then NFL teams" plus Gerry Dulac joins the show and says that the he saw a "more comfortable Kenny Picket" in the steelers game
Wednesday 11/29/23
Hour 1 - Steve goes which Penn state players made the all Big 10 offense. Matt Catrillo joins the show to give us his rant of the week and, Jon Sauber joins the show and "isnt willing to place the blame on Drew Allar"
Neal Coolong joins the show and says that Diontae Johnson "should have been more professional" during the Bengals game showing a lack of effort blocking.
Hour 2 - Steve Jones says "It's not the Diontae Johnson Steelers its the Pittsburgh Steelers" when chatting with Neal Coolong about the lack of effort and professionalism during the Bengals game
Tuesday 11-28-23
Hour 1 - Steve Jones looks and analyzes the 1st and 2nd team all Big Ten selections and some of the snubs from the lists
Monday 11-27-23
Hour 1- Steve says that the "Eagles are a 8-3 team who is 10-1" plus Bucknell's Basketball Head Coach John Griffin briefly Joins the show.
Monday 11-27-23
Hour 1- Steve says that the "Eagles are a 8-3 team who is 10-1" plus Bucknell's Basketball Head Coach John Griffin briefly Joins the show.
Hour 2 - Our High School Football Roundtable, Neal Coolong, and Picks with the King this hour
Wednesday 11/22/23
Hour 1 - Matt Catrillo Joins the show and gives us his rant of the week.
Nate Bauer joins the show and says that he saw and "Felt very distinct differences" on the offense against Rutgers
Bucknell's Head Basketball Coach John Griffin joins the show and is "Balancing Scouting and Coaching" with the Bucknell team and he previews the Bison's matchup against Southern Indiana.
Hour 2 - Steve says he got all of his preparations done for the week so he could watch the Monday Night Football game between the Eagles and the Chiefs. Plus Nate Bauer Joins the show to talk Penn State Football and Basketball
Monday 11/20/23
Hour 1 - Steve says that Penn State "Read the room" against Rutgers during Saturdays game. Plus Bucknell's Head Basketball Coach John Griffin joins the show and previews there game against Southern Indiana tonight
Hour 2 - The King joins the show and him and Steve go over there picks in College and NFL football
Friday 11/17/23
Hour 1 - Steve says "the plot thickens" with the Michigan scandal and the Charissa Thompson scandal surrounding her stating she would make reports up during games
The Athletic's Audrey Snyder joins the show and says she's "Excited to see Ja'Juan Seider and Ty Howle at Coordinator". She also says that Drew Allar needs to be on board for the new offensice coordinator hire.
11/16/23 Hour 2: Our High School Football Roundtable and Steve says that the NCAA "isn't helping" JMU's Mental health when denying JMU of not being a bowl eligible.
Thursday 11/16/23
Hour 1 - Steve talks Penn Stat's Potential new Offensive Coordinator hires with the Athletic's Audrey Snyder. Steve also discusses the situation at JMU.
York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says Penn State needs an offensive coordinator who will develop Allar as a "pro ready quarterback"
Hour 2 - Steve Jones says that James Franklin can get "any coach that he wants" when it comes to hiring a new offensive coordinator, plus York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says Penn State needs a coach who will develop Allar as a "pro ready quarterback"
Wednesday 11/15/23
Hour 1: Greg Wetzel Joins the show to talk about high school fall sports playoffs and him and Steve Jones talk about the State of College football after Jimbo Fisher's firing and PAC-12 lawsuit.
Tuesday's with Neal Coolong as he talks about where the steelers are in the context of the league and how Broderick Jones is a "Catalyst" for a run game resurgence.
SI.com's Mark Wogenrich joins the show and says that after the Michigan game and the fire of the Offensive Coordinator, Penn State can take a "refresh" for the rest of the season.
Hour 2 - Steve says "Let's take a big picture" of Penn States Position and Success in scope of all of College football. Also it's Tuesdays with Neal Coolong as he talks about steelers football.
Tuesday 11/14/23
Hour 1 - Matt Catrillo joins the show for his rant of the week and SI.com's Mark Wogenrich joins the show and says that after the Michigan game and the fire of the Offensive Coordinator, Penn State can take a "refresh" for the rest of the season.
Bucknell Basketball's Head Coach John Griffin talks about how he feels after his first career win as the head coach and the mentality for the next couple of games.
Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins joins the show and says that there was 2 scenarios that changed the course of the Penn State Michigan game
Hour 2 - Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins joins the show and says that there was 2 scenarios that changed the course of the game, and Bucknell Basketball's Head Coach John Griffin talks about how he feels after his first career win as the head coach and the mentality for the next couple of games
Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella tells Steve that he was surprised that the Yucich fire "didn't happen sooner"
Monday 11/13/23
Hour 1 - Steve takes a deep dive into the Penn State Michigan game and scenarios that change the game. Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins the show to talk about the Penn State in depth.
Hour 2 - USA Today's Bob Nightingale joins the show to talk MLB, plus our Picks with the King
Friday 11-10-23
Hour 1 - Steve Jones previews week 11 in College football and some of the very interesting matchups.
Hour 2 - Our High School football round table as they talk about Lewisburg's playoff game against Danville, and the District Championship game between Selinsgrove and Jersey Shore
Thursday 11/9/23
Hour 1 - Steve says that penn state "can't control" what happens with Michigan off the field "so why worry about it." Steve says that Penn State is solely focused on the game on the field.
Sporting News's Bill Bender Joins the show and say if Penn State wins against Michigan the tiebraker in the Big 10 East becomes "Quirky" and what it needs to take down Michigan.
Hour 2 - Steve says the NCAA 'needs to be right" when giving a ruling on the Michigan football investigation.
Wednesday 11/8/23
Hour 1 - Greg Wetzel co-hosts the show and goes over the results and matchups of District playoffs in the area, plus Steve doesn't understand the appeal of pickleball. Sporting News's Bill Bender Joins the show to talk Penn State football.
Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins joins the show and says Penn Sates win over Maryland was "well timed heading into this week."
Hour 2 - Steve says Penn State " Should Just Focus on the Game" and not pay attention to the drama surrounding Michigan right now, plus Tuesdays with Neal Coolong as he talks about Steelers matchup against the Packers
Tuesday 11/7/23
Hour 1 - Steve Jones looks at the Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins joins the show and says Penn Sates win over Maryland was "well timed heading into this week."Penn state matchup against Michigan on Saturday, plus
The York Daily Record's Frank Bodani joins the show and says that Michigan "hasn't faced adversity" on the feild this season as he talks the Michigan and Penn State match-up on saturday
Hour 2 : Steve is very interested about how the new teams coming into the Big 10 in 2024 plus Frank Bodani from the York Daily Record comes on the show and says Michigan "hasnt faced adversity" this season.
Monday 11/6/23
Hour 1 - Matt joins the show to give us his rant of the week about the eagles and college football, plus Steve talks about the NCAA College Baskettball season tipping off tonight and Bucknell's Basketball Coach John Griffin talks to us about it.
Nate Bower from Blue-White Illustrated and Rich Scarcella from the Reading Eagle talk Penn State Football with Steve.
Steve previews the weekend of playoff high school football, the weekend's college games and talks Penn State with Mark Brennan.
Hour 1 - Steve talks about the passing of legendary Indiana Hoosier Head Basketball Coach Bob Knight, and how "trust was really important to him." Steve tqlks about the impact Bob Knight had on the sport of college basketball.
Lions247.com’s Mark Brennan said the Nittany Lions “came up clutch” in the final minutes of the Indiana game, and he has major respect for Drew Allar
Hour 2: Steve takes a deep dive into the Michigan sign stealing scandal with Greg Wetzle and Callers.
Hour 1 – Greg and Kevin hoin the show to give results and reviews district playoff games in the area, and Steve “doesn’t understand” the reasoning for losing teams making district playoffs. Plus Lions247.com’s Mark Brennan joins the show to talk Penn State football and basketball
Neal Coolong joins the show and says the steelers "are in trouble" with the QB situation, plus they going over the moves in the trade deadline
Hour 2 - Neal Coolong joins the show and says the steelers "are in trouble" with the QB situation, plus they going over the moves in the trade deadline. steve also touches on Game 4 of the world series.
Tuesday 10/31/23
Hour 1: Steve says that as Clemson fan "Made it Personal" when asking Clemson Head Coach Dabo Swinney why Clemson is 4-4 this year.
Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella: The Penn State Indiana Game was a "Emotional Letdown" at Times
Hour 2 - on3's Nate Bauer joins the Steve Jones Show to give his honest reaction of the Penn state vs Indiana game and talks about Penn State Basketballs potential, and Rich Scarcella from the Reading Eagle joins the show for an analysis of the game
Hour 1 - Matt Catrillo hops onto the show to give his Rant of the Week, Plus Bucknell Basketball's Head Coach John Griffin joins the show to talk about the Exhibition Game to support ALS and the potential for the team heading into the 2023-2024 basketball season
Hour 2 - ESPN's Tim Kurkjian says don't underestimate the Texas Rangers, and its our picks with the king.
Friday 10/27/23
Hour 1- Why this stretch run is different for Penn State, and Steve says the Michigan sign stealing scandal has something new every day, and its not getting better.
Hour 2 - Our high school football roundtable, and Steve says Wednesday's Penn State football practice was 'full-steam ahead.'
Thursday 10/26/23
Hour 1 - More on the Michigan Manifesto Report, and Steve says it's going to take a while before we know how good Victor Wembanyama will be.
Hour 2 - The idea behind Big Noon Kickoff on FOX, and Steve says Penn State can't let one loss become two this week.
Wednesday 10/25/23
Hour 1 - Steve says 'timing's everything' when it comes to the Phillies' Game 7 loss, and Steve says the brotherly shove is a well-orchestrated play.
SI.com’s Neal Coolong thinks the Steelers have a legitimate chance to steal the AFC North.
Phillies Radio's Scott Franzke says the offense going flat is the central issue for the team.
Hour 2 - Phillies Radio's Scott Franzke says the offense going flat is the central issue for the team, Steve would be surprised if the Phillies lose tonight, and SI.com's Neal Coolong thinks the Steelers have a legitimate chance to steal the AFC North.
Tuesday 10/24/23
Hour 1 - Steve says he and Jack new Michigan staffer Connor Stalion tried to get into Saturday's game at Ohio State, but either was not allowed in or decided not to show up.
Former Penn State coach Jay Paterno says the rest of Penn State's season has to be taken one week at a time.
Hour 2 - Former Penn State coach Jay Paterno says the rest of Penn State's season has to be taken one week at a time, and callers express frustrations with the fourth down call, the miscue on the 72-yard punt, the Kalen King holding, and more.
SI.com's Mark Wogenrich wonders what happened to giving the ball to Nick Singleton, especially early in the game.
Monday 10/23/23
Hour 1 - Steve felt Penn State was ready to go and had a good game plan, and SI.com's Mark Wogenrich wonders what happened to giving the ball to Nick Singleton, especially early in the game.
Friday 10/20/23
Hour 1 - Replay of interviews with the voice of Ohio State Paul Keels, and Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins.
Thursday 10/19/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the NCAA won't do anything about Michigan, but radios are needed for power 5 schools, and Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini was impressed with how his team played in the 4th Quarter in the win at Cornell.
Scranton Times-Tribune’s Donnie Collins says Penn State has the decided edge in the trenches vs Ohio State.
The Voice of Ohio State Paul Keels says Kyle McCord has grown into a poised quarterback.
Hour 2 - Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says Penn State has the decided edge in the trenches vs Ohio State, and Steve is frustrated James Madison in ineligible for a bowl.
Wednesday 10/18/23
Hour 1 - Joel Klatt apologizes for James Franklin comments, Phillies dominate Game 2, and the Voice of Ohio State Paul Keels says Kyle McCord has grown into a poised quarterback.
Hour 2 - Steve says he hasn't even thought of Drew Allar returning to Ohio, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says the Browns showed they are a high level defensive team.
Former Phillies Broadcaster Chris Wheeler compared Citizens Bank Park in the postseason to a Penn State White Out.
Tuesday 10/17/23
Hour 1 - Steve says having a Super Bowl in London would be an incredible slap in the face, and former Phillies Broadcaster Chris Wheeler compared Citizens Bank Park in the postseason to a Penn State White Out.
Hour 2 - Steve says egos are coming out in the Eagles locker room, and Colorado Assistant Coach Dennis Thurman's blunt speech to players.
NBC Sports Philly’s Tom McCarthy says Phillies fans think differently than other fan bases.
Monday 10/16/23
Hour 1 – NBC Sports Philly’s Tom McCarthy says Phillies fans think differently than other fan bases, and Steve says Daequan Hardy has also become a really good defender.
Hour 2 - Steve says Phillies fans should not take the D-Backs lightly, and its our picks with the king, in studio.
Friday 10/13/23
Hour 1 - The king is hanging with us in studio today! What was Steve's worst moment? Plus, Penn State Sideline Reporter Brian Tripp says Penn State is a 'consistent team.'
Hour 2 - Our high school football roundtable, and Steve says UMass actually has a very good offense.
Thursday 10/12/23
Hour 1 - Responding to James Franklin's scheduling comments taken out of context, Steve asks why there are more mistakes in media today, and Bryce Harper shouldn't have done the throat slash.
TicketManager's Tony Knopp says the values of properties is unpredictable right now for networks
Hour 2 - TicketManager's Tony Knopp says the values of properties is unpredictable right now for networks, and Steve questions whether ESPN uses 'care or love' with any of its news stories.
SI.com's Neal Coolong says John Harbaugh 'should've known better' playing into the Steelers' hands.
Wednesday 10/11/23
Hour 1 - Steve and Matt say James Franklin's scheduling comments were taken out of context, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says John Harbaugh 'should've known better' playing into the Steelers' hands.
Tuesday 10/10/23
In today's full show, Steve says Bryce Harper did nothing wrong in not tagging up in the ninth, managers aren't trusting themselves in the playoffs, and Penn State men's basketball at Madison Square Garden this season.
Hour 2 - Steve wants to see the Brotherly Shove banned because its leading to more shoving plays in the open field, and Steve agrees the Braves were pressing in Game 1.
Monday 10/9/23
Hour 1 - Steve thought the end of the Miami-Georgia Tech game was bizarre, and Philly Inquirer's Scott Lauber wonders if the Phillies are in the Braves' heads.
Hour 2 - Steve and Matt discuss the possibility of the Big Ten moving the men's basketball tournament to Las Vegas, and its our picks with the king.
Friday 10/6/23
Hour 1 - Steve says some aspects of SEC scheduling are 'insane,' and Steve doesn't have a problem with Nick Sirriani overruling his coaching staff.
Hour 2 - It's our high school football roundtable, and Steve says the Big Ten did a great job with the new football schedule.
NBC Sports Philly's Michael Barkann says Zack Wheeler and Aaron Nola both worked on their control and its paid off.
Thursday 10/5/23
Hour 1 - Big Ten releases future football opponents with Oregon and Washington, and NBC Sports Philly's Michael Barkann says Zack Wheeler and Aaron Nola both worked on their control and its paid off.
Hour 2 - Steve says the new transfer portal rules do nothing, and the ESPN debacles during the Phillies game last night were awkward.
SI.com’s Neal Coolong thinks is ridiculous to blame just Matt Canada for the Steelers’ struggles, but something has to change.
Wednesday 10/4/23
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't believe Urban Meyer is being considered at Michigan State, 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack says Kenny Pickett may have reached his peak level, and SI.com's Neal Coolong thinks is ridiculous to blame just Matt Canada for the Steelers' struggles, but something has to change.
Hour 2 - Five networks are ready to bid for the College Football Playoff, and Steve says all the outrage around Taylor Swift attending Chiefs games is people making a big deal about nothing.
Phillies Radio Network's Scott Franzke says Game 1 against the Marlins can be a tough one for the Phillies.
Tuesday 10/3/23
Hour 1 - Steve thinks the Tush Push can actually be a dangerous play, and Phillies Radio Network's Scott Franzke says Game 1 against the Marlins can be a tough one for the Phillies.
York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says Penn State's offense is 'not what we expected to see' through the first five games.
Hour 2 - Steve says Penn State Wrestling's schedule has some surprises, and York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says Penn State's offense is 'not what we expected to see' through the first five games.
Monday 10/2/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Beau Pribula ran a fake QB draw, not a fake knee, and doesn't understand the uproar about it, and Steve's glad Robert Saleh went after the officials last night.
Hour 2 - Its our High School Football Roundtable plus the king hops on for NFL and College Football picks
Hour 1 - Steve talks about the Damian Lillard trade, an emotional support alligator at a Phillies game, and the future of Clemson.
WIP's Jody McDonald hops on to talk about the early success of the Eagles and says they are in "very good shape when you're 3-0 and you know there's room for improvement."
Northwestern's play by play announcer Dave Enett joins the show to talk about there seasons and the trials they overcame, and how they would stack up against the Penn State Nittnay Lions. He also talks about the new stadium plans that are in the works.
Nate Bauer from On3 joins the show to talk Penn State football and what excites him the most about transfers in Penn State Basketball.
Hour 2 - Northwestern's play by play announcer Dave Enett joins the show to talk about there seasons and the trials they overcame, and how they would stack up against the Penn State Nittnay Lions. Plus WIP's Jody McDonald hops on to talk about the early success of the Eagles and that defensive line is destroying the competition. Steve also reacts to the Damian Lillard trade and the death of legendary Baseball player Brooks Robinson.
Wednesday 9/27/23
Hour 1 - Steve looks into Michigan State firing of Mel Tucker admits his allegations, Nate Bauer from On3 joins the show to talk Penn State football and what excites him the most about transfers in Penn State Basketball.
Hour 2 - It's guests galore on this hour as SI's Neal Coolong joins the show to talk about the steelers win over the raiders and CBS Sports's Brad Nessler talks about being at the Penn State White Out game and what he thought about there performance.
Brad Nessler: If Penn State Played like They did in the White Out "They Could Win Them All".
Neal Coolong joins the show to talk about the Steelers performance against the raiders, and how the Steelers are relying on TJ watt "like he's the QB"
Hour 1 - Steve talks Northwestern's Season and how it Stacks Up to Penn State. He also talks about the James Franklin press conference and the Eagles win over the Tampa Bay Buccs
Hour 2 – Steve says the NFL this week was a “bizarre world” also relive the highlights of the white out game
Screaming Eagle's writer Rich Scarcella joins the show and says Penn States Defense has "found it's rhythm." during the Iowa game.
Monday 9/25/23
Hour 1 - Steve Says that penn state is still a "dark horse" at 4-0 for College Football Playoffs plus Screaming Eagle's writer Rich Scarcella joins the show and says Penn States Defense has "found it's rhythm." during the Iowa game.
Friday 9/22/23
Hour 1 - Steve takes a look at Penn State's White Out game vs the Iowa Hawkeyes from the weather to the matchup. Steve also answers callers questions about the game
Hour 2 - Our High School Football Roundtable and Steve talks about the Iowa players who gambled on on games.
Thursday 9-21-23
Hour 1 - Steve dives deep on the differences between the European sports market and the USA sports market when it comes to the relegations system, and if it would work for the college football. Plus Steve takes a look at all the college football match ups for Week 4 of college football
Hour 2 - Steve talks about the Phillies and how that are in the position to lock up the number one wild card spot. Steve says he's "baffled by fans behavior." towards the Colorado State player that inquired Travis Hunter.
Wednesday 9/20/23
Hour 1 - Steve Congratulates Matt Catrillo on his families new born son, plus Steve talks about NIL and says the PAC 12 and Mountain West merger and potential regulation system is an "Interesting Idea" for college football.
SI.com's Neal Coolong says Monday night's Browns-Steelers game was a 'memorable train wreck.'
Hour 2 - Steve says Iowa doesn't even know how good they are, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says Monday night's Browns-Steelers game was a 'memorable train wreck.'
Tuesday 9/19/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the Deshaun Watson trade is a classic example of 'the Browns being the Browns,' and Penn State men's basketball announces its full schedule.
Hour 2 - Steve says leaders need to be first show discipline for Penn State, and Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac doesn't see the Browns as a good matchup tonight for the Steelers.
Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac doesn't see the Browns as a good matchup tonight for the Steelers.
Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says undisciplined penalties will get Penn State into trouble vs. Iowa.
Monday 9/18/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Colorado's lack of depth will show in the next few weeks, and Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says undisciplined penalties will get Penn State into trouble vs. Iowa.
Hour 2 - Replays of Detroit Free Press' Chris Solari on the Mel Tucker situation, and the voice of Illinois football, Brian Barnhart.
Friday 9/15/23
Hour 1 - Steve previews Penn State-Illinois, plus hear replays of LNP's Mike Gross, and SI.com's Neal Coolong.
NBC Sports' Peter King is skeptical Zach Wilson can lead the Jets without Aaron Rodgers.
Hour 2 - Our high school football roundtable, and NBC Sports' Peter King is skeptical Zach Wilson can lead the Jets without Aaron Rodgers.
Thursday 9/14/23
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't have a problem with the Phillies' congratulatory message on the Citizens Bank Park scoreboard, and its our picks with the king.
NBC Sports Philly's Dave Zangaro says the Eagles' linebacker and safety positions are 'precarious' right now.
Hour 2 - Steve says grass is better for NFL players but harder to maintain, and NBC Sports Philly's Dave Zangaro says the Eagles' linebacker and safety positions are 'precarious' right now.
Wednesday 9/13/23
Hour 1 - Steve says he can't find the words to describe the situation around the Jersey Shore player who collapsed at Selinsgrove last week, and Detroit Free Press’ Chris Solari says its only a matter of when Michigan State coach Mel Tucker is let go by the university.
Detroit Free Press’ Chris Solari says its only a matter of when Michigan State coach Mel Tucker is let go by the university.
SI.com’s Neal Coolong says at some point with the struggles of the Steelers’ offense, you have to ask ‘What’s going on?’
Illinois football voice Brian Barnhart says the Illini have got to figure out their defense.
Hour 2 - Illinois football voice Brian Barnhart says the Illini have got to figure out their defense, SI.com's Neal Coolong says at some point with the struggles of the Steelers' offense, you have to ask 'What's going on?' and Steve says Jim Schwartz is a better coach than people think.
Tuesday 9/12/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Aaron Rodger's injury was bad, but the sports industry can't become a caricature of itself over it.
Hour 2 - Steve says a TV audience is now built for Colorado football, and Steve addresses criticism of Al Michaels and Tony Romo.
LNP's Mike Gross says run defense is still a concern for a Penn State, even after dominating Delaware
Monday 9/11/23
Hour 1 - steve says the Mel Tucker investigation should not be taking seven months, and LNP's Mike Gross says run defense is still a concern for a Penn State, even after dominating Delaware
The voice of the Eagles, Merrill Reese, thinks the Eagles are 'awfully good' but have to win the war of attrition.
The voice of the Eagles, Merrill Reese, thinks the Eagles are 'awfully good' but have to win the war of attrition.
The voice of the Steelers, Bill Hillgrove, actually thinks Joey Porter Jr will be worked in slowly.
The voice of the Steelers, Bill Hillgrove, actually thinks Joey Porter Jr will be worked in slowly.
Hour 2 - Steve says the climate protest did nothing but anger people at the U.S. Open, and its our picks with the king.
Friday 9/8/23
Hour 1 - Steve says it didn't take much to get the Tez Walker decision right, the voice of the Steelers, Bill Hillgrove, actually thinks Joey Porter Jr will be worked in slowly, and the voice of the Eagles, Merrill Reese, thinks the 49ers will be more disappointing than predicted.
Hour 2 - Our high school football roundtable, and previewing Lions-Chiefs and Tony Pettiti on the current state of the Big Ten after its latest expansion.
Thursday 9/7/23
Hour 1 - Steve says some illnesses have been going around the Penn State locker room, and an underrated star from Colorado football's big win last week.
Hour 2 - Steve says the Penn State Radio Network looks to have resolved last week's broadcast issues, and is this the greatest baseball season ever?
Wednesday 9/6/23
Hour 1 - Steve says last week shows Delaware is not a throw away game for Penn State, and other observations from last week's win over West Virginia.
Tuesday 9/5/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Drew Allar's performance was the way he practiced, and Steve says Neal Brown's postgame comments about Penn State are a 'waste of time.'
Friday 9/1/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the ACC missed the boat on expansion two years ago, and Steve also has his keys for Penn State vs West Virginia.
Hour 2 - New looks for the Penguins and Pirates TV broadcasts, and our college football picks with the king.
New Beaver Stadium Public Address Announcers Rodney Martin and Joe Putnam say they are helping improve the greatest show in college football.
Hour 2 – New Beaver Stadium Public Address Announcers Rodney Martin and Joe Putnam say they are helping improve the greatest show in college football, and Nebraska breaks the record for most attended women’s volleyball game.
The Athletic's Audrey Snyder says Penn State has a chance to open more eyes this weekend
Remembering Gil Brandt, the Athletic's Audrey Snyder says Penn State has a chance to open more eyes this weekend, and it's our high school football round table
Hour 2 - SI.com's Neal Coolong doesn't know if Dallas is the best destination for Trey Lance, NBC's Kathryn Tappen, who'll be on the sidelines for Big Ten Saturday Night, says she went to her bosses right away to ask about the gig, and Steve says the Yankees' season is hurting future big MLB player contracts.
Wednesday 8/30/23
Hour 1 - Steve says there are a lot of layers to future west coast travel for Penn State, and Steve isn't worried about not having two-deeps from coaches.
Tuesday 8/29/23
Hour 1 - Replays of the voice of Oregon Football Jerry Allen, and the voice of Washington football Tony Castricone.
Monday 8/28/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the new Big Ten available/unavailable rule for injuries is for conference games only, and offensive line is the top strength for West Virginia.
Hour 2 - The legendary voice of Oregon football Jerry Allen says moving to the Big Ten was the right thing to do, and its our first set of football picks with the king.
The legendary voice of Oregon football Jerry Allen says moving to the Big Ten was the right thing to do.
94 WIP's Jody McDonald says its 'incumbent' on Nakobe Dean to hit the ground running for the Eagles this season.
Friday 8/25/23
Hour 1- Steve says Beaver Stadium in the Historic Stadium Caucus 'could lead to something,' and 94 WIP's Jody McDonald says its 'incumbent' on Nakobe Dean to hit the ground running for the Eagles this season.
Hour 2 - Our first high school football roundtable, and some Penn State football updates as the Nittany Lions start preparing for West Virginia.
Thursday 8/24/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Brock Purdy and Sean Clifford are quarterbacks who were easier to evaluate than some top QB's in past draft classes, and Steelers Depot.com's Alex Kozora says the Steelers are finding their ID post Big Ben.
Hour 2 - Steve says no one should be rejoicing over the Iowa gambling suspensions, and why academics are still considered in realignment
Wednesday 8/23/23
Hour 1 - Steve goes off on the NCAA, including on the Reggie Bush saga, and Steve thinks the AFC North is there for the taking for the Steelers.
Hour 1 - steve says Michigan's self imposed suspension of Jim Harbaugh is a backhand to the NCAA, and steve thinks the Jaylen Warren/Najee Harris debate is interesting
Hour 2 - Steve says networks have to be careful about shoving streaming down people's throats, and a transition time as Penn State training camp ends.
LNP's Mike Gross says there's a 'collective groan' among people he talks to following the additions of Oregon and Washington to the Big Ten.
Hour 1 - BTN's Dave Revsine says this is the year Penn State's gonna have to do something, LPN's Mike Gross says Drew Allar's only question mark is elite decision making, and Penn State ends training camp
Hour 2 - Eagles Radio Network's Glen Macnow says he's seen nothing that makes him optimistic about Marcus Mariota and it's 'headlines' with the king
Eagles Radio Network's Glen Macnow says nothing he's seen makes him optimistic about Marcus Mariota as the Eagles backup QB.
York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani has two early games that could give Penn St adversity challenges
Hour 1 - York Dailey Record's Frank Bodani has two early games that could give Penn St adversity challenges and Steve says bigger conferences mean a thinner margin of error.
Hour 1 - steve says TV networks don't care about schools winning the Learfield Cup, and Steve says Deion Sanders is demonstrating bad coaching
Hour 2 - Steve has his eye on another big day of Penn State training camp and what Florida State can do to break away from the ACC a few years from now
Hour 1 - Steve still doesn't want to see robo umps in baseball, despite more bad calls behind the plate across the league
TicketManager's Tony Knopp says USC is to blame for the PAC-12's demise, but for different reasons.
Hour 1 -Steve says James Franklin's post practice comments Monday say a lot, and why ESPN has a new fine line to negotiate
Little League President and CEO Steve Keener says improvements have been made to improve better flow for fans at this year's Little League World Series.
Hour 1 - Steve says the dominant performance by the defense in Saturday's open practice at Penn State is not how camp has gone, and Little League President and CEO Steve Keener says there are some noticeable improvements for fans this year.
Hour 2 - How fans should view Penn State training camp, and it's headlines with the king
Friday 8/11/23
Hour 1- it's a big week for Penn State Training camp and a successful trip to the Bahamas for Penn State men's basketball.
KDKA's Bob Pompeani says the Steelers' willingness to trust Kenny Pickett is a key Storyline of the preseason.
Hour 2 - Steve says divisions should be considered for Olympic sports, and Ross Tucker says the Eagles are a good example of why preseason games matter.
Thursday 8/10/23
Hour 1- Steve says the ball is still in Notre Dame's court for realignment, KDKA's Bob Pompanei says the Steelers' willingness to trust Kenny Pickett is a key Storyline of the preseason, and a recap of the Purdy Memorial Golf Tournament.
Hour 2 – Steve is at the Purdy Memorial Golf Tournament; We continue hearing Sunday’s Penn State Media Day, and a replay of Centre Daily Times’ Jon Sauber.
Steve is at the Purdy Memorial Golf Tournament, as we hear from Penn State coaches from Sunday’s Penn State Media Day.
Hour 2- Why there's confusion about the ACC Grant of rights Deal, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says the Steelers are built to win in December.
Washington Huskies football voice Tony Castricone says the program is incredibly excited to join the Big Ten, but it does come with incredible sadness and confusion.
Hour 1 - Steve is worried after O's broadcaster Kevin Brown's suspension, and Washington Huskies football voice Tony Castricone says the program is incredibly excited to join the Big Ten, but it does come with incredible sadness and confusion.
Hour 2 - Oregon and Washington to the Big 10 is the schools best chance for success in the long term, and what it means for basketball
Centre Daily Times’ Jon Sauber says Big Ten expansion will increase Penn State’s CFP profile.
Monday 8/7/23
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't care about Penn State's No. 7 ranking, but says its still good for the program, and Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber says Big Ten expansion will increase Penn State's CFP profile.
Hour 2 - Steve says the Big Ten is a better football and hoops conference and it's 'headlines' with the king
Friday 8/4/23
Hour 1 - Steve has questions how the Big Ten will cover the additions of Oregon and Washington
Thursday 8/3/23
Hour 1 - Steve explains why Big Ten Presidents Gave Tony Petitti permission to explore adding more Pac-12 teams, and ESPN's Adam Rittenberg also says the Big Ten is 'just being ready.'
Wednesday 8/2/23
Hour 1 - SteelersDepot.com's Alex Kozora says to expect more explosive plays from the Steelers' offense this season, Steve says the O's picked up a subtle big piece at the trade deadline, and a bigger look at Penn State's depth.
Hour 2 - Steve says Carli Lloyd's strong criticism of the USWNT are 'not wrong,' and SI.com’s Neal Coolong says Sean Payton’s comments on Nathaniel Hackett was ‘really bad timing.’
SI.com's Neal Coolong says Sean Payton's comments on Nathaniel Hackett was 'really bad timing.'
Tuesday 8/1/23
Hour 1 – Steve doesn’t have a problem with today’s Pirates trade, and why Jack Ham isn’t going to Canton this weekend to be honored at the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Hour 2- Is Colorado a trendsetter or outlier by leaving the PAC 12 and Steve "Congratulates" The Big 12 for Staying Alive during all the schools transferring conferences
NBC Sports Philly’s Dave Zangaro says Jalen Carter is already flashing in Training Camp.
Monday 7/31/23
Hour 1 - steve is 'bullish ' on the Phillies, USA Today's Bob Nightengale says Scherzer to the Rangers is a steal, and NBC Sports Philly's Dave Zangaro says Jalen Carter is already flashing.
Hour 2 - The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella has Penn State 11-1 and a lot of other beat writers feel the same way, and 'headlines' of the week.
The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella has Penn State 11-1 and a lot of other beat writers feel the same way.
Hour 1 - Steve says schools should look into sponsorships on jerseys in order to pay players, and Deion Sanders has great coaching challenges ahead of him
Hour 2 - Steve says the Netherlands-US match in the women's world cup was not fun to watch last night, and too much has changed for a PAC 12 media deal.
Thursday 7/27/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State is not a one-word offense and Pat Harduzzi didn't have to take a shot at Penn State, and Steve doesnt want to see the demise of the PAC 12
Wednesday 7/26/23
Hour 1 - A preview of Big Ten Media Days and replays of Tom McCarthy and Chris Mack.
Tuesday - 7/25/23
Hour 1 - Steve says it's ok for NFL RBs to talk about their contract issue, and Jim Harbaugh facing a four game suspension.
Hour 2 - Should Alabama be a CFP contender this year, and a weekend recap from around MLB.
Former ESPN College Football Insider Phil Steele doesn't have Penn State in his four College Football Playoff teams in his preseason rankings, despite Penn State's 'depth' jumping out at him.
Monday 7/24/23
Hour 1- Steve says the NFLPA is lso at fault for the current issue with RB contracts, and Former ESPN College Football Insider Phil Steele doesn't have Penn State in his four College Football Playoff teams in his preseason rankings, despite Penn State's 'depth' jumping out at him.
Hour 2 - Steve says Penn State men’s basketball this offseason is doing a good job coming together under first year coach Mike Rhoades and its 'headlines' with the king.
Friday 7/21/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the national nightmare is over with the sale of the Washington Commanders, and a replay of NBC Sports Philly's Tom McCarthy.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Gerry Dulac says Friday is a big Day for Jordan Spieth at The Open.
Hour 2 - Steve Doesn't get what happened in negotiations between Saquon Barkley and the Giants, Pocono Raceway CEO Ben May previews NASCASR weekend, and Pittsburg Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac says Friday is a big Day for Jordan Spieth at The US Open
Thursday 7/20/23
Hour 1 Steve says it didn't make sense for Iowa to bring in Noah Shannon to Big Ten Media Days, and Northwestern hazing situation is getting worse by the hour
93.7 The Fan’s Chris Mack says the Pirates need to be aggressive with No. 1 pick Paul Skenes.
NBC Sports Philly's Tom McCarthy says Phillies' Manager Rob Thomson 'just has it together' ever since taking over.
SI.com's Neal Coolong says the Giants should've decided on Saquon Barkley's value from the beginning when they drafted him.
Steve says he's never understood hazing, he doesn't blame Joel Embiid's comments on wanting to win a championship, and Steve agrees college athletes don't want to be employees.
Hour 2 - Who stood in Penn State Men's Basketball Workouts, plus "Headlines" with the King!
Friday 7/7/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the Brittney Spears/Victor Wembanyama controversy is 'bizzaro world' and Steve also has a problem with ESPN's coverage of Wembanyama.
Hour 2 - State College Spikes Broadcaster Joe Putnam has details of the Spikes' second half of the season, and Steve says Dan Le Batard is right about ESPN programming.
On3.com's Ryan Snyder says there's a reason for James Franklin's recent tweet about Penn State's NIL collective.
Thursday 7/6/23
Hour 1 - Steve says there needs to be talking points to young MLB players on how to conduct themselves, and On3.com's Ryan Snyder says there's a reason for James Franklin's recent tweet about Penn State's NIL collective.
Hour 2 - Steve says Penn State did a good job in emphasizing the experience of Beaver Stadium during the dark days of the university, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says sports media is now driven by social media.
Wednesday 7/5/23
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't understand the extended Bob Baffert suspension, and NIL is not dampening attendance in college football.
Monday 7/03/23
Monday 7/03/23
Hour 1 - Steve starts off the show sharing some of the fun and festive events and fundraisers happening around Penn State and what he thinks of them. Steve also announces the new baseball head coach for Penn State and talks about the consequences and possible actions that can come from major college programs changing conferences
Monday 7/03/23
Hour 2 - Steve speaks some more on the damage the tornado did the the State College area as well as other counties majorly effected. He then goes into the recent wave of layoffs at ESPN and what the repercussions of firing big names could be for them and why it's happening. Steve wraps up the show giving details on the NCAA's recent gambling policy
Hour 2 - Steve says Penn State needs to be top 1- in everything that builds a program, and its our 'headlines' with the king.
Friday 6/30/23
Hour 1 - Steve says ESPN's biggest issue is no one relates to anyone, and the Sixers are in a bad spot by James Harden opting in.
Heavy on Sports NFL Insider Matt Lombardo is 'surprised' not gambling isn't as commonsense to players.
Hour 2 - Heavy on Sports NFL Insider Matt Lombardo is 'surprised' not gambling isn't as commonsense to players, and a replay of SI.com's Neal Coolong.
Thursday 6/29/23
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't understand why NFL players take a chance on gambling, and new NCAA betting guidelines are announced.
Hour 2 - Steve says people should watch criticism of announcers, and the new NCAA NIL guidelines are a mess.
Tuesday 6/27/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the Saudi government is showing you can't buy your way into the sports world, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says stars are being 'weeded out' of Hard Knocks.
Hour 2 - Steve says the Mets haven't done a good job building around their stars, and new voting from MLB players on the new rule changes.
Monday 6/26/23
Hour 1 - Steve says he doesn't know who Fox Sports' Nick Wright is, and what's being taught to those entering the sports media field that'll have your head scratching.
Hour 2 - 'Headlines' with the king, plus Steve Jones says that Penn State Football's lift for life shows the teams culture.
Friday 6/23/23
Hour 1 - Steve says all Penn State and Bellefonte NBA Draft picks and signees landed in great spots, and former Buckell men's basketball player Mike Muscala says he 'embraces' getting traded.
Former Bucknell men's basketball star Mike Muscala says he's learn to embrace trades, having recently been traded again, this time to the Washington Wizards.
BTN/Sporting News' Mike DeCourcy says it'll be 'interesting' to see how Victor Wembanyama adjusts to the NBA.
Hour 2 - BTN/Sporting News' Mike DeCourcy says it'll be 'interesting' to see how Victor Wembanyama adjusts to the NBA, and Steve is even taken aback by the hype around him.
Thursday 6/22/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the Wizards are doing smart things, and Andrew Funk has caught a break for a shot at the NBA.
Hour 2 - Steve says the problem was the catcher's foot was on home plate in the controversial call in Rangers-White Sox last night, and MLB players who should be in the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Wednesday 6/21/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the Celtics may want more size that can score by acquiring Kristaps Porzingus, and some players made the right decision on the NBA Draft.
Hour 2 - The Phillies and Braves start a key series tonight, and Steve says the NFL gambling rules are 'pretty straightforward.'
Tuesday 6/20/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Dalvin Cook is entitled to his 'epic tandem with DeAndre Hopkins' comments, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says Stefon Diggs antics is the same as in Minnesota.
Monday 6/19/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Bob Huggins resigning is not surprising, and Steve also took exception to Stefon Diggs wanting more say in play calling with the Bills.
Hour 2 - Why MLB 1st Round draft picks are such a roll of the dice, and our 'headlines' of the week with the king.
Friday 6/16/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Ja Morant needs to surround himself with good people, and Steve says its 'stunning' Rob Manfred continues to make mistake after mistake.
Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber says better starting pitching is the reason for the Phillies getting back to .500.
Hour 2 – Steve says Nationals Manager Davy Martinez’s postgame comments are ‘not wrong,’ and updates from round 1 of the U.S. Open.
Thursday 6/15/23
Hour 1 - Steve says is 'stunning' how some MLB players still don't know how to play the game, and Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber says better starting pitching is the reason for the Phillies getting back to .500.
Hour 2 - Bellefonte baseball and Bald Eagle Area softball are in the state final, and Pittsburgh Post Gazette’s Gerry Dulac thinks there has to be more to the recent PGA/LIV merger.
Pittsburgh Post Gazette’s Gerry Dulac thinks there has to be more to the recent PGA/LIV merger.
SI.com's Mark Wogenwrich says Penn State's coaching staff is noticing players getting bigger
Wednesday 6/14/23
Hour 1-Steve says Oakland is done as a pro sports city, and SI.com's Mark Wogenwrich says Penn State's coaching staff is noticing players getting bigger
Hour 2 - Steve thinks the Phillies are in an interesting spot, and Penn State wrestling has a big showing at the USA Wrestling Final X.
Monday 6/12/23
Hour 1 - Steve says let's see how no divisions play out in Big Ten football, and Steve says ESPN's Mike Breen has a point about sports journalism being too critical today.
Friday 6/09/23
Hour 2 - Steve discusses the several records held by the legendary horse, Secretariat, and how he may be the greatest derby horse of all time. Steve later shares memories and stories of Penn State alumni and it's only Heisman winner, John Cappelletti. Steve also discusses the PAC 12's new TV deal and if they will add new teams as a bargaining tool. Finally, King joins the show and talks with Steve about the NBA Playoffs, Tom Brady's legacy, and of course, Headlines!
Friday 6/09/23
Hour 1 - Steve talks NBA Finals Game 4 and says the Heat need to shoot the lights out from 3 point range to have a chance at winning the game. DeMarco Dunn and other UNC talent is transferring to Penn State basketball. Finally, Steve talks about what James Franklin had to say about the early progression of PSU Football freshman and transfers and breaks down Penn State's schedule.
Wednesday 6/07/23
Hour 2 - Steve shares that several games are becoming cancelled due to the increasing severity of the air quality amongst the North Eastern states. With so many games in different leagues being cancelled, Steve talks about what he thinks will happen with this issue going forward. Steve also discusses the ongoing LIV Golf and PGA Tour drama and talks about rising stars coming up in the MLB.
Wednesday 6/07/23
Hour 1 - Steve shares his thoughts on the current air quality issues affecting the North Eastern United States and how sports leagues affected should handle upcoming games. Steve also talks about Lionel Messi joining the MLS in Miami and how the Miami Heat have played so far these playoffs.
Tuesday 6/06/23
Hour 2 - Steve shares his thoughts on the Nuggets heading down to Miami and what they need adjust for the upcoming game. Steve also discusses further his thoughts on the LIV and PGA merger. Steve ends the show discussing why there are so many "no name" drivers in the current generation of the Indy 500.
Tuesday 6/06/23
Hour 1 - Steve shares his thoughts on why LIV Golf and the PGA merged and why he thinks it is nothing but a positive for the fans. Steve and Neil Coolong conversate and discuss the growing gambling issues amongst the NFL and other sports. Steve also talks about MLB teams possible moving to a new streaming home.
Monday 6/05/23
Hour 2 - Steve speaks more on college football teams negotiations for a new TV deal and how teams conferences should be alluring more popular teams. Steve also shares his thoughts on the Colt's player in trouble for "pervasive betting" within the NFL
Friday 6/05/23
Hour 1- Steve speaks on ESPN employee layoffs and has to way the company may be doing just that. Steve also discusses NCAA football conferences using newly acquired teams as leverage in a new TV deal. Steve then talks about Denver's offensive struggles in Game 2 of the NBA Finals.
Hour 2 - Steve says style of play was the reason the Heat only shot two free throws in Game 1, and its our 'headlines' with the king.
Friday 6/2/23
Hour 1 - Steve says there's plenty of unanswered questions with no divisions in college football, and a look ahead to Penn State football's future nonconference opponents.
Thursday 6/1/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the CFP should 'rip the daylights out of the SEC' for its past football schedule choices, and Steve says there weren't that many surprises with final NBA Draft decisions.
Wednesday 5/31/23
Hour 1 - Steve thinks its interesting CBS will compete with FOX Big Noon Kickoff, and other reaction to the release of the college football schedule.
Hour 2 – Steve has new player numbers for Penn State football, and NBC Sports Philadelphia’s Michael Barkann found it odd Nick Nurse was fired by Toronto not long after winning a title, but loves the fit for the Sixers.
NBC Sports Philadelphia's Michael Barkann found it odd Nick Nurse was fired by Toronto not long after winning a title, but loves the fit for the Sixers.
NBC Sports Philadelphia's Michael Barkann found it odd Nick Nurse was fired by Toronto not long after winning a title, but loves the fit for the Sixers.
SI.com's Neal Coolong says the latest comparisons between USC QB Caleb Williams and Patrick Mahomes are not valid.
Tuesday 5/30/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the wrong call was made against Penn State men's lacrosse in overtime, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says the latest comparisons between USC QB Caleb Williams and Patrick Mahomes are not valid.
Hour 2 - Steve says there's a new reality with what TV networks want, and its our 'headlines' of the week with the king.
Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber says playing at Ford Field on Black Friday is an advantage for Penn State.
Friday 5/26/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Kyle Schwarber is key for a Phillies turnaround and Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber says playing at Ford Field on Black Friday is an advantage for Penn State.
Hour 2 - Why its now 'palatable' for Penn State to play on Black Friday, and Steve throws out a little schedule nugget for next week.
Thursday 5/25/23
Hour 1 - Steve understands Rod Brind'amour's 'we didn't get swept' comments, and Steve says MLB umpires are paying for it now for not being rule sticklers in the past.
Hour 2 - A Best of The Steve Jones Show, featuring replays of Action Network College Football Insider Brett McMurphy, and former Nittany Lion Matt McGloin, plus a special announcement from Steve, in case you missed it.
Wednesday 5/24/23
Hour 1 - A Best of The Steve Jones Show, featuring replays of Ross Tucker and former Nittany Lion Ray Roundtree.
Hour 2 - SI.com's Neal Coolong says the Steelers should be pretty happy with the offseason, and a replay of PIAA Executive Director Bob Lombardi on NIL in high school sports.
Tuesday 5/23/23
Hour 1 - Steve said there are no surprises in the Big Ten TV deal, and State College Spikes Broadcaster Joe Putnam previews the minor league baseball season.
Hour 2 - Steve says golf fans don't care about LIV, and Action Network College Football Insider Brett McMurphy says the Big Ten and SEC could potentially get into bidding wars for ACC schools if there’s more money per school in each conference.
Action Network College Football Insider Brett McMurphy says the Big Ten and SEC could potentially get into bidding wars for ACC schools if there’s more money per school in each conference.
On3.com's Ryan Snyder says Penn State is 'not happy' with how the deal has been handled.
Monday 5/22/23
Hour 1 - Steve is 'not surprised' about the sudden Big Ten media deal issues and wonders why Michigan doesn't have to sacrifice, and On3.com's Ryan Snyder says Penn State is 'not happy' with how the deal has been handled.
Pittsburgh Post Gazette’s Gerry Dulac says major championships are helping ease the tension between the LIV and PGA Tours.
Hour 2 - Our 'headlines' with the king, and Pittsburgh Post Gazette’s Gerry Dulac says major championships are helping ease the tension between the LIV and PGA Tours.
Friday 5/19/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Lebron rarely hurts his team, but he did in Game 2 last night, and Steve says Jim Brown was the greatest NFL player he's ever seen.
Philly Inquirer/Steve’s broadcast partner Dick Jerardi says National Treasure is a horse ready to ‘blow up’ at this weekend’s Preakness.
Hour 2 – Philly Inquirer/Steve’s broadcast partner Dick Jerardi says National Treasure is a horse ready to ‘blow up’ at this weekend’s Preakness, and Steve doesn’t buy into narratives against Bob Baffert or anyone accused of cheating.
Thursday 5/18/23
Hour 1 - FOX is out as a bidder for the NBA, and Steve has a problem with Michigan denying Caleb Love's college credits.
Hour 2 - Steve says there are plenty of options atop the NBA Draft, and he doesn't see Tyrese Maxey as a No. 2 star for the Sixers.
Wednesday 5/17/23
Hour 1 - Steve says it was fair of the Blue Jays to think Aaron Judge's stare was unusual, and LNP's Mike Gross says Drew Allar has more mobility and athleticism than you think.
Hour 2 - Steve says the ACC Magnificent 7 are 'acting like SEC teams,' but doesn't blame them, and his opinion would be different if it weren't for the looming NBA TV deal.
SI.com's Neal Coolong doesn't get the value of bringing back Mason Rudolph as the No. 3 QB.
Tuesday 5/16/23
Hour 1 - Steve says firing Doc Rivers doesn't solve the Sixers' problems, and SI.com's Neal Coolong doesn't get the value of bringing back Mason Rudolph as the No. 3 QB.
Hour 2 - Steve details what future Big Ten football and men's basketball schedules could look like down the line, and is Florida State a brand name?
WIP's Jody McDonald says there should be massive repercussions after the Sixers Game 7 loss.
Monday 5/15/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Joel Embiid's performance is the reason he doesn't put stock in MVPs, and WIP's Jody McDonald says there should be massive repercussions after the Sixers Game 7 loss.
Friday 5/12/23
Hour 1 - Steve details a new hotline to report gambling in college sports, and a replay of Hall of Famer Ray Didinger.
Hour 2 - We continue following the latest NFL schedule leaks, and its our headlines of the week.
Thursday 5/11/23
Hour 1 - Steve is taken aback by Lions-Chiefs season opener, and an early look at Penn State men's basketball's Big Ten opponents.
Hall of Famer Ray Didinger describes presenting Tommy McDonald into the Pro Football Hall of Fame as 'my knees were shaking.'
Hour 2 - Hall of Famer Ray Didinger describes presenting Tommy McDonald into the Pro Football Hall of Fame as 'my knees were shaking,' and a crazy story behind Dock Ellis' famous no hitter in 1970.
Wednesday 5/10/23
Hour 1 - Steve says West Virginia has to draw a line in the sand on the Bob Huggins slur, and transfer news for Penn State men's basketball and football.
Hour 2 - Steve says coaches simply can't control betting issue, SI.com’s Neal Coolong says the way the NFL’s schedule is heading, load management will start to become a problem, and Phillies Radio voice Scott Franzke says it’s pretty remarkable to see the quick recovery of Bryce Harper from Tommy John surgery.
Phillies Radio voice Scott Franzke says it's pretty remarkable to see the quick recovery of Bryce Harper from Tommy John surgery.
SI.com's Neal Coolong says the way the NFL's schedule is heading, load management will start to become a problem.
Former Nittany Lion Ray Roundtree remembers his playing days and discusses his current role with Comast/Xfinity.
Tuesday 5/9/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the ongoing gambling issue in college athletics scares athletic departments across the country, and former Nittany Lion Ray Roundtree remembers his playing days and discusses his current role with Comast/Xfinity.
Hour 2 - Steve says coaches calling timeout isn't always 'one size fits all,' and Steve thinks Notre Dame will have to move away from Independence at some point.
York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says Beau Pribula is here to stay, despite lots of questions from fans about his future.
Monday 5/8/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Nikola Jokic shouldn't have been given a technical foul for the altercation with Suns Owner Mat Ishiba, and York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says Beau Pribula is here to stay, despite lots of questions from fans about his future.
Philadelphia Inquirer/Steve's broadcast partner Dick Jerardi says Angel of Empire, a Pennsylvania bred horse, is a contender for the Kentucky Derby.
Hour 2 - Philadelphia Inquirer/Steve's broadcast partner Dick Jerardi says Angel of Empire, a Pennsylvania bred horse, is a contender for the Kentucky Derby, and a replay of SI.com's Neal Coolong.
Friday 5/5/23
Hour 1 - Alabama's baseball coach fired over betting, and a replay of Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins.
Hour 2 - Steve says MLB should make common sense exceptions to the pitch clock rule, and its our mock headlines of the week with the king.
Thursday 5/4/23
Hour 1 - Steve says now's the time for the Beaver Stadium and other Penn State athletics renovations to happen, saying athletics are the 'front porch' to campus.
Hour 2 - Steve says sports in North America have the best parody they've ever had, and Steve also doesn't get the Howie Roseman genius comments.
Ross Tucker says the Cowboys have closed the cap on the Eagles, but the Eagles are still the NFC favorites.
Wednesday 5/2/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Joel Embiid has established the modern NBA center, and Ross Tucker says the Cowboys have closed the cap on the Eagles, but the Eagles are still the NFC favorites.
Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says Penn State can 'get by' with the receivers they have.
Hour 2 - Steve was taken aback by Michigan State football losing quarterback Payton Thorne and WR Keon Coleman, and Steve didn't think Will Levis was going to get drafted in round 1 after pick eight.
Hour 2 - Recapping round 1 of the NFL Draft, and replays of CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd and SI.com's Neal Coolong.
Friday 4/28/23
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't get the Giants picking Deonte Banks over Joey Porter Jr., and Steve thinks the Eagles and Steelers have had excellent starts to the draft.
Hour 2 - It's our mock headlines with the King, and Steelers Radio Network/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac says if the Steelers trade up in tonight's draft, Oregon CB Christian Gonzalez is their guy.
Steelers Radio Network/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac says if the Steelers trade up in tonight's draft, Oregon CB Christian Gonzalez is their guy.
NBC Sports Philly's Dave Zangaro doesn't see the Eagles drafting Bijan Robinson at No. 10 in tonight's draft.
Thursday 4/27/23
Hour 1 - Steve has the latest on what the future CFP schedule could look like, and NBC Sports Philly's Dave Zangaro doesn't see the Eagles drafting Bijan Robinson at No. 10 in tonight's draft.
Hour 2 - Steve explains why NFL teams have to consider Sean Clifford, and other Penn Staters that could have a shot as a late draft pick or rookie free agent.
Wednesday 4/26/23
Hour 1 - Steve has a list of Penn Staters who will make an impact in the NFL, including a sleeper, and Steve also says he doesn't know who won the Aaron Rodgers trade.
Hour 2 - Steve says athletes in the transfer portal are making slower decisions, and Penn State men's basketballs 2023-24 home and away Big Ten opponents are announced.
SI.com's Neal Coolong says LT and CB will be addressed pretty quickly by the Steelers in the draft.
Tuesday 4/25/23
Hour 1 - Steve thinks the AT&T Sportsnet contract issues led to the Pirates signing Bryan Reynolds, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says LT and CB will be addressed pretty quickly by the Steelers in the draft.
Hour 2 - Steve likes the proposed SEC rule to take away home games for storming the field, and Steve says its up to Aaron Rodger's motivation now he's a New York Jet.
CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd says the new college football rule changes were about health and safety of players, not about TV.
Monday 4/24/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Jalen Hurts' comments about his new contract were sincere, and CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd says the new college football rule changes were about health and safety of players, not about TV.
Hour 2 - The 2024 USA Wrestling Olympic Trials coming to Bryce Jordan Center next year, and its our mock headlines of the week with the king.
Friday 4/21/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the NFL has a double standard with betting, and he was also taken aback by Storm Duck heading to the transfer portal.
Hour 2 - Steve gives Giancarlo Stanton credit for being honest about his injury history, and why the A's likely heading to Las Vegas is the first step in figuring out MLB expansion.
On3.com's Nate Bauer says the Beaver Stadium west side renovations will create revenue generation that doesn't exist now.
Thursday 4/20/23
Hour 1 - On3.com's Nate Bauer says the Beaver Stadium west side renovations will create revenue generation that doesn't exist now, and Steve credits the Pirates for their 12-7 start.
Hour 2 - Why the tape tells the tale of NFL Draft picks, especially Anthony Richardson, and tough decisions are looming for ESPN employees.
Wednesday 4/19/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Draymond Green fails to understand his responsibility as an emotional leader, and former Penn State QB Matt McGloin says its still a process for the current young QBs.
Former Penn State QB Matt McGloin, who was BTN's sideline reporter for the Blue-White game, says its still a process for the current young QBs.
Hour 2 - Steve says Joel Embiid needs to be better in 1-on-1 situations, and MLB is exploring more rule changes in the Atlantic League.
SI.com's Neal Coolong says the physical to complete the Allen Robinson trade to the Steelers is something to look at.
Tuesday 4/18/23
Hour 1 - Steve says he wouldn't suspend Draymond Green for stepping on Domantas Sabonis, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says the physical to complete the Allen Robinson trade to the Steelers is something to look at.
Hour 2 - SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says James Franklin voicing his displeasure with Special Teams after the Blue-White Game resonated with him, and Steve gives the Red Sox credit for not ever selling Boston jerseys after the Boston Marathon bombing.
SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says James Franklin voicing his displeasure with Special Teams after the Blue-White Game resonated with him, and Steve gives the Red Sox credit for not ever selling Boston jerseys after the Boston Marathon bombing.
93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack is curious about Mike Sullivan and Sidney Crosby's influence on the future of the Penguins.
Monday 4/17/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State's offense has had its good days too this spring, and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack is curious about Mike Sullivan and Sidney Crosby's influence on the future of the Penguins.
Friday 4/14/23
Hour 2 - Steve and The King go through their headlines of the week. Steve says the Tampa Bay Rays will eventually lose this season and can not maintain this pace of winning. King gives his early props to the Seattle Kraken as they have a had a strong season so far and congratulates them. Those takes and more in this weeks edition of Headlines.
Friday 4-14-23
Hour 1 - Steve is ok with the NBA fining the Mavs, Sixers TV announcer Kate Scott says if Joel Embiid doesn't win the MVP, stop giving the award, and The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says it's imperative Beau Pribula is prepared for the season.
The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says its 'imperative' Beau Pribula is prepared for the season.
NBC Sports Philly Sixers Announcer Kate Scott says if Joel Embiid doesn't win the MVP this season, the NBA should stop giving out the award.
Hour 2 - Steve agrees with Phillies' Matt Strahm alcohol sales shouldn't be extended at MLB games, and who's stood out to Steve during Penn State football spring practices.
ESPN's Adam Rittenberg says Big Ten presidents have been desiring for more 'direct leadership.'
Thursday 4/13/23
Hour 1 - Steve says there's nothing wrong with Josh Harris buying the Commanders, and ESPN's Adam Rittenberg says Big Ten presidents have been desiring for more 'direct leadership.'
The Athletic's Audrey Snyder says Blue-White Weekend is a 'big opportunity' for NIL collectives at Penn State.
Hour 2 - The Athletic's Audrey Snyder says Blue-White Weekend is a 'big opportunity' for NIL collectives at Penn State, and Steve can't get a handle on Zion Williamson's current mindset.
Wednesday 4/12/23
Hour 1 - Steve has no problem with the overturned call in the Yankees-Guardians game, and he says new Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti is 'well-respected.'
Hour 2 - Steve and SI.com's Neal Coolong question if NFL teams study draft prospects enough, and let's just say it wasn't Matt's finest final half hour of the show...
ESPN's Jon Crispin says his brother, Joe, now a part of the Penn State coaching staff, always wanted to come back to Happy Valley.
Tuesday 4/11/23
Hour 1 - Big prices for NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV, and ESPN's Jon Crispin says his brother, Joe, now a part of the Penn State coaching staff, always wanted to come back to Happy Valley.
Hour 2 - Steve says Penn State men's basketball drew an 'Ace,' and Steve's tired of the 'loser mentality' in the NBA.
Westwoodone's Kevin Kugler says Mickelson found his energy again during his final round run at The Masters.
Monday 4/10/23
Hour 1 - Steve says CBS 'hardly showed' Phil Mickelson's final round surge, and Westwoodone's Kevin Kugler says Mickelson found his energy again.
Hour 2 - Steve is MLB has come back because it allowed itself to, and its our mock headlines of the week with the king.
Friday 4/7/23
Hour 1 - Steve says some stories surrounding the LIV tour are starting to get ridiculous, and how Scott Stallings almost didn't get his invite to play in The Masters.
Hour 2 - Steve has a 'loud and clear' observation from the pandemic about fan value to sports, and updates from round 1 of The Masters.
Thursday 4/6/23
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't know if the LIV/PGA split will ever be solved...and it needs to be, plus, there's a reason Cam Newton made his list of quarterbacks he'd back up.
New Bucknell men’s basketball coach John Griffin says he’s looking forward to reigniting campus and the community.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac says there's a surprising 'lovefest' between LIV and PGA players at Augusta.
Hour 2 - New Bucknell men's basketball coach John Griffin says he's looking forward to reigniting campus and the community, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac says there's a surprising 'lovefest' between LIV and PGA players at Augusta, and Steve says Drew Allar's has made strides this spring...but so has Beau Pribula.
Wednesday 4/05/2023
Hour 1 - Steve agrees with James Franklin that Penn State football may have had their best and most competitive practice yet in spring ball, and Steve says it doesn't help to hammer out what happened with Micah Shrewsberry's departure.
Hour 2 - Steve says Penn State is not an 'out-of-left-field' men's basketball program, and USA Today's Bob Nightengale says the Phillies 0-4 start is a little concerning.
Tuesday 4/4/23
Hour 1 - Steve still doesn't care about continued fallout from the women's national championship game, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says Jalen Carter doesn't need to talk to half the NFL.
CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd thinks SDSU has solidified its worth with its Final Four run, and that benefits the Pac-12.
Hour 2 - Steve thinks the MLB season is off to a good start with the new rules, and CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd thinks SDSU has solidified its worth with its Final Four run, and that benefits the Pac-12.
Monday 4/3/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the trash talk involved in LSU-Iowa is irrelevant,' and Steve says Jim Nantz's longevity in college hoops 'should be saluted.'
Hour 2 - Steve says there's no story on a huge impact for Penn State athletics right now, and Joe Crispin's exact position on Mike Rhoades' staff is 'still murky.'
Thursday 3-30-23
Hour 1- Penn State's new men's basketball head coach, Mike Rhoads, addresses Nittnany Nation in his first press conference along side Dr. Pat Kraft
Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber says Darick Hall will get his chance to hold down first base following the Rhys Hoskins injury.
Hour 2 - Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber says Darick Hall will get his chance to hold down first base, and Penn State officially announces Mike Rhoades as its next men's basketball head coach.
Centre Daily Times Jon Sauber says Mike Rhoades will put Penn State into the NCAA Tournament consistently.
Phillies TV voice Tom McCarthy says this is as optimistic as he's felt for a Phillies team in a long time.
Wednesday 3/29/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Mike Rhoades is a pro's pro and has staying power, Phillies TV voice Tom McCarthy says this is as optimistic as he's felt for a Phillies team in a long time, and Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber says Rhoades can make Penn State a consistent NCAA Tourney team.
NBC Sports Washington's Mitch Tischler thinks a sale of the Commanders is very close to being done.
Hour 2 - NBC Sports Washington's Mitch Tischler thinks a sale of the Commanders is very close to being done, and Steve understands why Penn State men's hoops fans are anxious.
Tuesday 3/28/23
Hour 1 - Steve clarifies where ESPN stands with its looming layoffs, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says Lamar Jackson wants to be paid, not traded.
Hour 2 - Steve isn't sure about the foul on Creighton, and why the new Penn State men's basketball coach will have a leg up in evaluations for next season.
Monday 3/27/23
Hour 1 - Steve says this is the first time a Final Four team impacted by NIL, and Steve says the first Final Four game this weekend will have low ratings.
Hour 2 - Steve thinks ESPN's in trouble with layoffs looming, and its our Sweet 16 and Elite 8 picks with the king.
Friday 3/24/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State hoops NIL Money is better now than at the beginning of the season, and a recap of Penn State football's Pro Day
Hour 2 - Why NIL is critical for Penn State hoops going forward, and fan questions on its innerworkings at Penn State.
ESPN's Jon Crispin says Penn State is still a stepping stone for coaches because of its history.
Thursday 3/23/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State's offer to keep Micah Shrewsberry was 'incredibly substantial,' and ESPN's Jon Crispin says Penn State is still a stepping stone for coaches because of its history.
KDKA's Bob Pompeani and Steve both agree the Patrick Peterson signing could lead to him mentoring a young CB, like Joey Porter Jr?
Hour 2 - Seth Lundy declares for the NBA Draft, and KDKA's Bob Pompeani and Steve both agree the Patrick Peterson signing could lead to him mentoring a young CB, like Joey Porter Jr?
Wednesday 3/22/23
Hour 1 - Steve is unsure about where Micah Shrewsberry's decision stands, and the new adapt or you lose culture in college sports with NIL.
PAC-12 worried about a media deal, Bucknell hires a new men's basketball coach that's known and a part of Bucknell's basketball history, plus the World Baseball Classic.
Remembering the Knicks Willis Reed who died today at 80. USA Today's Neal Coolong on the Steelers off season.
Hour 2 - Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber says Penn State ended the year as one of the best teams in the country, and Steve says only one Big Ten team left isn't as bad as you think.
Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber says Penn State ended the year as one of the best teams in the country.
Monday 3/20/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State's run shows what it can be, and why there's still lessons to learn from another Penn State Wrestling national championship.
On3.com’s Nate Bauer says Micah Shrewsberry sees this run as an opportunity to capitalize.
Hour 2 - On3.com's Nate Bauer says Micah Shrewsberry sees this run as an opportunity to capitalize, and its our March Madness picks with the king.
Friday 3/17/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State is 'extremely difficult' for first-time opponents, and a first look at the matchup with Texas.
Hour 2 - NBC Sports Philly's John Clark says Darius Slay really wanted to stay with the Eagles.
Hour 2 - NBC Sports Philly's John Clark says Darius Slay really wanted to stay with the Eagles, and Steve says there are too many overreactions to the Edwin Diaz injury at the WBC.
Thursday 3/16/23
Hour 1 - BTN's Mike DeCourcy says officiating could favor Texas A&M, and one answer from Micah Shrewsberry's press conference that stood out to Steve but not everyone else.
Penn State Wrestling Play-By-Play man Jeff Byers says Levi Haines success has been 'unreal.'
Hour 2 - Penn State Wrestling Play-By-Play man Jeff Byers says Levi Haines success has been 'unreal,' and a replay of StateCollege.com's Ben Jones.
SI.com's Neal Coolong calls the Aaron Rodgers situation a 'weird, creepy, master plan of revenge.'
Wednesday 3/15/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the Big Ten can wait until May for a new commissioner, and SI.com's Neal Coolong calls the Aaron Rodgers situation a 'weird, creepy, master plan of revenge.'
Hour 2 - Steve has two very favorable stats for Penn State vs Texas A&M, and Steve says Deion Barnes deserves to be named Defensive Line Coach.
Tuesday 3/14/23
Hour 1 - Penn State men's basketball team is wheels up to Iowa, and hear from today's James Franklin press conference.
StateCollege.com's Ben Jones says Jalen Pickett has played his way to a shot at that the next level.
Monday 3/13/23
Hour 1 - Steve has '0 problem' with Penn State as a No. 10 seed in the NCAA Tourney, and StateCollege.com's Ben Jones says Jalen Pickett has played his way to a shot at that the next level.
Hour 2 - Steve has an important nugget that will make fans feel better about potential tired legs vs Northwestern, along with our picks with the king and a replay of Dick Jerardi.
Friday 3/10/23
Hour 1 - Recapping last night's win over Illinois, and Steve says there's too many unknowns in the current relationship between the Eagles and Darius Slay.
Hour 2 - Steve says its all about passion this time of the year, and a replay of NFL on CBS Analyst Charles Davis.
Thursday 3/9/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Syracuse basketball's relevancy dropped when it went to the ACC, and he doesn't get why Aaron Brooks is a No. 3 seed for the NCAA Wrestling Championships.
Steve's broadcast partner Dick Jerardi says Penn State has always played like a NCAA team and can be competitive with anybody in the Big Ten
Hour 2 - Steve's broadcast partner Dick Jerardi says Penn State has always played like a NCAA team and can be competitive with anybody in the Big Ten, and a replay of BTN's Dave Revsine.
Wednesday 3/8/23
Hour 1 - Steve previews the first day of the Big Ten Tournament and a replay of his two-part conversation with TicketManager's Tony Knopp.
SI.com’s Neal Coolong says Lamar Jackson’s nonexclusive tag still means long-term deal or bust.
Hour 2 - SI.com's Neal Coolong says Lamar Jackson's nonexclusive tag still means long-term deal or bust, and Steve says the Penn State men's team was 'attentive' as it got back to work for the Big Ten Tourney.
BTN's Dave Revsine says Penn State hoops's win at Illinois proved to him they were for real.
Tuesday 3/7/23
Hour 1 - Steve says there's always relief for players after their Pro Days are over, NFL on CBS Analyst Charles Davis says Joey Porter Jr is 'a player that you want,' and BTN's Dave Revsine says Penn State hoops's win at Illinois proved to him they were for real.
In this two-part interview, TicketManager's Tony Knopp says UCLA and USC don't want Oregon and Washington to join them in the Big Ten, if fact 'they're sticking it to them, and he thinks a Pac-12 deal will get done, but will be 'crummy,'
Hour 2 - Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber says Penn State is built to make comebacks, and part two of Steve with TicketManager's Tony Knopp, thinking a Pac-12 deal will get done, but will be 'crummy,' and Steve wasn't surprised with Joey Porter Jr's combine performance.
Monday 3/6/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Maryland Started Running Clock 'way too early,' and TicketManager's Tony Knopp says UCLA and USC don't want Oregon and Washington to join them in the Big Ten, if fact 'they're sticking it to them.'
Hour 2 – Previewing the Big Ten Wrestling Tournament seedings and Kevin Jones joins Steve with picks.
Steve talks about how leaders shine this time of the year, and looking at the NCAA final weekend of the regular season.
Penn State Wrestling Play-By-Play man Jeff Byers says Beau Bartlett is wrestling at the best of his career.
Hour 2 - The NCAA scoring record could be broken tonight, and Penn State Wrestling Play-By-Play man Jeff Byers says Beau Bartlett is wrestling at the best of his career.
Thursday 3/2/23
Hour 1 - Steve also points out to three key plays Evan Mahaffey made in last night's OT win at Northwesthern, and Steve says he needs to see more on the Jalen Carter situation before making a decision on his draft stock.
Hour 2 - Steve says NCAA hoops officials in Power 5 conferences get paid pretty well, and the NBA is still an incredibly valuable property for networks.
Wednesday 3/1/23
Hour 1 - Steve would like to see the pushes on QB sneaks eliminated, and the latest on Jalen Carter charged from a fatal crash.
On3Sports' Nate Bauer says Penn State is an excellent group to shake off Sunday's loss vs Rutgers.
Hour 2 - What the Big 12 is thinking as the Pac-12 tries to survive, and On3Sports' Nate Bauer says Penn State is an excellent group to shake off Sunday's loss vs Rutgers.
Tuesday 2/28/23
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't have a problem with owners of multiple sports teams, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says Joey Porter Jr. reminds him of Richard Sherman.
Hour 2 - Steve says the drug test done on Dame Lillard after his 71-point performance was absurd, and ESPN's Joe Lundardi says the Rutgers' loss was damaging, but can be overcome.
BTN's Brandon Gaudin says its silly Jalen Pickett isn't getting more attention across college hoops.
Monday 2/27/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State's loss vs Rutgers is not an elimination game, BTN's Brandon Gaudin says its silly Jalen Pickett isn't getting more accolades across college hoops, and Bucknell men's basketball coach Nathan Davis previews the Bison's first round game at American Tuesday in the Patriot League Tournament.
Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber says Craig Kimbrel could be challenged by the new pitch clock.
Hour 2 - Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber says Craig Kimbrel could be challenged by the new pitch clock, and its our college hoops picks with the king.
Friday 2/24/23
Hour 1 - Is Joel Embiid treated fairly, and Steve says Micah Shrewsberry coaching the offense in front of the bench in the second half was huge last night.
StateCollege.com's Ben Jones believes Penn State is doing a better job defending the paint.
Hour 2 - StateCollege.com's Ben Jones believes Penn State is doing a better job defending the paint, and a replay of The Athletic's Audrey Snyder on the Beaver Stadium major renovation announcement and more.
Thursday 2/23/23
Hour 1 - Steve says fast break points are key for Penn State tonight at Ohio State, and he's also no so sure streaming is the future.
Hour 2 - Steve on what the Zed Key injury means for Penn State tomorrow night, and how load management might play a role in the next NBA TV negotiations.
Wednesday 2/22/23
Hour 1 - Possible college football rule changes and what Steve would like to see, and remembering the anniversary of the Miracle on Ice.
Hour 2 - Steve doesn't have a problem with pro athletes wearing gear of other pro sports teams outside their league, and a big reason why Ohio State hoops have been struggling lately.
Tuesday 2/21/23
Hour 1 - Steve is very interested to see how the next NBA TV deal affects the Pac-12 and Notre Dame football, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says the Raiders are the only option for Aaron Rodgers.
Hour 2 - Steve says Andrew Funk is an underrated screener, and Steve and Matt laugh at the product that was the NBA All Star Game.
The Athletic's Audrey Snyder says an expanded College Football Playoff has added urgency to the upcoming major renovation project at Beaver Stadium.
Monday 2/20/23
Hour 1 - Steve was confused to hear of talks between the Big 12 and Fresno State and Boise State, and The Athletic's Audrey Snyder says an expanded College Football Playoff has added urgency to the upcoming major renovation project at Beaver Stadium.
Hour 2 - Steve says the Beaver Stadium renovation project would be done in phases, and its our college hoops picks with the king.
ESPN's Tim Kurkjian says Tim McCarver was the greatest player to become a Hall of Fame broadcaster.
Friday 2/17/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State wouldn't leave Beaver Stadium during major renovations, and ESPN's Tim Kurkjian says Tim McCarver was the greatest player to become a Hall of Fame broadcaster.
Hour 2 - Steve says the Big Ten should not try to monetize wrestling, and does the Pac-12 deserve an automatic bid into the CFP anymore?
Thursday 2/16/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Tim McCarver made you understand the game more, and CBS Sports College Football Insider Dennis Dodd again wonders if the Pac-12 will fold.
Hour 2 - Steve isn't so sure Amazon will save the Pac-12 in a potential media rights deal, and new projects to be discussed this week for the Penn State football practice facilities.
Detroit Free Press' Chris Solari says its chaos and uneasy feelings at Michigan State following the tragic shooting.
Wednesday 2/15/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Jalen Pickett's 41-point performance was the best he's seen in his 41 years, and Detroit Free Press' Chris Solari says its chaos and uneasy feelings at Michigan State following the tragic shooting.
Hour 2 - Centre Daily Times’ Jon Sauber says the Penn State hoops season is still salvageable despite the NCAA Tournament being a long shot, and Steve has stats about Jalen Pickett's lack of free throws that make him say 'something's askew.'
Tuesday 2/14/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the ACC's grant of rights wouldn't change if it gets Notre Dame to join, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says its 'delusional' to think the officials interjected themselves on the holding call at the end of the Super Bowl.
Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber says the Penn State hoops season is still salvageable despite the NCAA Tournament being a long shot.
SI.com's Neal Coolong says its delusional to think the officials interjected themselves on the holding call at the end of the Super Bowl.
Hour 2 - Steve says the field for the Super Bowl was embarrassing, and Eagles Radio's Glen Macnow says we saw the rise of a star in Jalen Hurts.
Monday 2/13/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the non-holding call was still the Eagles fault, and fans booing Dak Prescott was disgraceful.
Hour 2 - Steve says there's finally stability in college football again, and its our Super Bowl picks and prop bets with the king.
SteelersDepot.com's Alex Kozora says Mike Tomlin had his eye on key day two draft guys at the Senior Bowl.
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Friday 2/10/23
Hour 1 - Steve says there's definitely a MVP argument for Jalen Hurts, and SteelersDepot.com's Alex Kozora says Mike Tomlin had his eye on key day two draft guys at the Senior Bowl.
Hall of Famer Ray Didinger says the Eagles win the Super Bowl if they don't turn the ball over.
Hour 2 - Steve's not buying there aren't any players available when COVID postpones games, and Hall of Famer Ray Didinger says the Eagles win the Super Bowl if they don't turn the ball over.
Thursday 2/9/23
Hour 1 - Steve's had it with the officiating on Jalen Pickett, but also calls Penn State's defense vs Wisconsin unacceptable.
Hour 2- NBC Sports' Peter King says its only a matter of time before NFL Officiating is full time, and Steve says there challenges with college hoops officals being fatigued.
NBC Sports Peter King says its only a matter of time before NFL Officiating is full time.
New York NewsDay Giants Beat Writer Kim Jones says Daniel Jones and Saquon Barkley will both return to the team next season.
Wednesday 2/8/23
Hour 1 - Steve thinks Lebron's scoring record has an excellent chance of never being broken, and New York NewsDay Giants Beat Writer Kim Jones says Daniel Jones and Saquon Barkley will both return to the team next season.
NBC Sports Philly's Michael Barkann says Jalen Hurts' command of the offense is another part of his success.
Hour 2 - NBC Sports Philly's Michael Barkann says Jalen Hurts' command of the offense is another part of his success, and Steve says there could be another Palestra game for Penn State hoops next season.
SI.com's Neal Coolong says Sirriani has become innovative since his days in Kansas City.
Tuesday 2/7/23
Hour 1 - Steve didn't like the must win question to Nick Sirriani at Super Bowl Opening Night, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says Sirriani has become innovative since his days in Kansas City.
Hour 2 - Former NFL GM Ernie Accorsi says everyone should study the Eagles and Chiefs, and Steve says the NBA is afraid of its players.
Monday 2/6/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State's defense has to execute better, and the difference between Lebron and Kareem that no one may bring up.
Our first college hoops picks with the king, and Kansas City Chiefs GM and Mount Carmel's own Brett Veach on improvements he's made as a GM.
Friday 2/3/23
Hour 1 - Steve says once again, grant of rights are holding up early exits from the Big 12 by Texas and Oklahoma, and Stetson Bennett is 'not draftable' by skipping the Senior Bowl.
Kansas City Chiefs GM and Mount Carmel native Brett Veach says balancing patience with is agressiveness has improved as a GM.
Hour 2 - Steve wonders if the Big Ten should expand its football schedule to 10 games, and what Jalen Hurts means to an Alabama family.
Thursday 2/2/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Purdue's Mason Gillis' performance was 'ridiculous,' and StateCollege.com's Ben Jones says Penn State's defense in underrated.
Hour 2 - A new addition for Penn State football in late signing period, and keys for men's basketball tonight at No. 1 Purdue.
Wednesday 2/1/23
Hour 1 - Steve thinks Tom Brady is done 'without a doubt,' and how Sean Payton and Russell Wilson can work out for the Broncos.
Hour 2 - Steve doesn't get the sentiment from Eagles fans around Andy Reid, and Sean Payton gets hired by the Broncos, with DeMeco Ryans hired by the Texans.
SI.com's Neal Coolong says the Eagles turnaround in between Super Bowl appearances 'doesn't happen.'
Tuesday 1/31/23
Hour 1 - Steve says George Kliavkoff has saved his job, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says the Eagles turnaround in between Super Bowl appearances 'doesn't happen.'
Hour 2 - Steve says Lebron James 'has the ability to suck oxygen out of the room,' and Eagles Radio Network's Glen Macnow sees the Super Bowl as a nail biter.
Monday 1/30/23
Hour 1 - Steve called the Championship Sunday officiating the 'worst since Super Bowl XL,' and the 49ers' game plan vs Haason Reddick made 'no sense at all.'
The Voice of the Eagles, Merrill Reese, says Nick Sirriani's atmosphere has created the Eagles chemistry this year.
Hour 2 - The Voice of the Eagles, Merrill Reese, says Nick Sirriani's atmosphere has created the Eagles chemistry this year, and its our Championship Sunday picks with the king.
Friday 1/27/23
Hour 1 - Steve remembers the late Billy Packer, saying he knew the game without any shtick, and some personnel changes inside Penn State football.
Hour 2 - Steve says Eagles fans this year are the most passionate he's seen a fan base in a long time, and Big Ten has been losing a lot of officials lately to other conferences.
Centre Daily Times Jon Sauber says Penn State's loss at Rutgers is not indicative of the program right now.
Thursday 1/26/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the 'less might be more' approach is a new trend with new college football stadiums and basketball arenas, and Centre Daily Times Jon Sauber says Penn State's loss at Rutgers is not indicative of the program right now.
Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber says Scott Rolen had enough offense to get in HOF, and was one of five players he voted for on his ballot.
Hour 2 - Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber says Scott Rolen had enough offense to get in HOF, and Steve says the Mitchell Report is irrelevant to him when it comes to Hall of Fame voting.
Wednesday 1/25/23
Hour 1 - Steve agrees with Micah Shrewsberry's blunt assessment of Penn State's loss at Rutgers, and Steve isn't so sure Scott Rolen is a Hall of Famer.
Hour 2 - Steve says Penn State men's basketball is a team that's entertaining to watch, and remaining Jalen Hurts critics are not watching games close enough.
Tuesday 1/24/23
Hour 1 - What creates a great atmosphere in college hoops, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says the NFC Championship is the Super Bowl.
NBC Sports Philly's Dave Zangaro says its up to the Eagles D to cash in on chances vs Brock Purdy.
Hour 2 - Steve is 'not enamored' with how Jalen Pickett has been officiated, and NBC Sports Philly's Dave Zangaro says its up to the Eagles D to cash in on chances vs Brock Purdy.
Monday 1/23/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Joe Burrow is playing 'Montana/Brady-like' and calls the Marques Hagans hiring 'fabulous' for Penn State football.
Hour 1- Steve talks about scheduling issues and remembering Valley high school coach and broadcaster Dick Hort.
NBC Sports Philly's John Clark was pretty optimistic regarding the abilities of Jalen Hurts fully returning for the Eagles' playoff run.
Hour 2 - Steve is worried about coaches in all sports handling late game situations, and its our divisional weekend picks with the king.
Thursday 1/19/23
Hour 1 - Steve wonders if the NCAA will bypass Jim Harbaugh, and Hall of Famer Ray Didinger says the optimism and pride is 'very real' in Philadelphia.
Steve says turnovers are hurting Penn State men's basketball and Steelers are keeping offensive coordinator Matt Canada.
Wednesday 1-18-23
Hour 1 - Steve says calls the Michigan President announcing Jim Harbaugh staying 'interesting,' and the timing of the transfer portal for football is key.
Hour 2 - Steve says Kevin Burkhardt and Greg Olson are underrated, and why the Giants are being talked up this week.
Monday 1/16/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the Giants have gone from the best to the worst matchup for the Eagles, and Steve says James Franklin knows what he wants to do with his coaching staff.
Hour 2 - Steve says there haven't been any surprises with Penn State and the transfer portal, and its our Super Wild Card Weekend picks with the king.
NBC Sports Philly's Reuben Frank says Lane Johnson is encouraged about his rehab for the Eagles' playoff run.
Friday 1/13/22
Hour 1 - Steve says most people don't remember MVP or other seasonal awards, and NBC Sports Philly's Reuben Frank says Lane Johnson is encouraged about his rehab for the Eagles' playoff run.
Hour 2 - Steve has a Penn State hoops stat similar to the 2018 Villanova National Championship team, and he also appreciate how Micah Shrewsberry took time to enjoy last night's win over Indiana.
BTN's Dave Revsine says it was 'easy' for Kevin Warren, a lifelong Bears fan, to take the job as the team's President and CEO.
Thursday 1/12/23
Hour 1 - Steve says its a good time for someone to take the Big Ten Commissioner opening, and BTN's Dave Revsine says it was 'easy' for Kevin Warren, a lifelong Bears fan, to take the job as the team's President and CEO.
Wednesday 1/11/23
Hour 1 - Penn State women's basketball coach Carolyn Kieger on her team's early season success, and SI.com's Neal Coolong says he doesn't know how the Steelers finished 9-8.
KDKA's Bob Pompeani isn't so sure the Steelers will make a change at Offensive Coordinator.
Hour 2 - KDKA's Bob Pompeani isn't so sure the Steelers will make a change at Offensive Coordinator, and Steve says Curtis Jacobs' success came after he changed spots at linebacker.
Tuesday 1/10/23
Hour 1 - Steve didn't even watch the second half of the National Championship game last night, but says a 12-team CFP is still fine.
Hour 2 - CBS Sports' Brad Nessler is a little nervous about Georgia's defense tonight vs TCU, and NFL football games dominated the Top 100 in TV ratings for 2022.
Monday 1/9/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State needs to play better for more than 15 minutes, but the Big Ten has a big problem right now with officiating.
93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack hopes the Damar Hamlin situation will change the way we react to players.
Hour 2 - 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack hopes the Damar Hamlin situation will change the way we react to players, and its our picks with the king.
Friday 1/6/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Jim Harbaugh's commitment to Michigan 'doesn't make any sense,' and a look at the Thursday Night Football ratings.
SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says Penn State will miss 'the little things' from Sean Clifford.
Hour 2 - SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says Penn State will miss 'the little things' from Sean Clifford, and Steve praises the Bills Training Staff.
Thursday 1/5/23
Hour 1 - Steve says the Damar Hamlin situation has to be taken day-by-day, and he's not sure about having 90 teams in the NCAA Tourney nor adding an 8th NFL playoff team this year.
Hour 2 - Steve says Penn State's tight locker room was key to overcoming adversity, especially after the Michigan loss, and a preview of Penn State-Michigan hoops.
Wednesday 1/4/23
Hour 1 - Steve says Sean Clifford looked REALLY sharp leading up to the Rose Bowl, and James Franklin had the idea to wear the #34 jerseys honoring Franco Harris.
Hour 2 - We celebrate Penn State's Rose Bowl victory, along with replays of Cael Sanderson and Dick Jerardi.
Tuesday 1/3/23
Hour 1 - We celebrate Penn State's Rose Bowl victory, along with replays of Dr. Patrick Kraft and Micah Shrewsberry.
Friday 12/30/22 Hour 1 - Our full Rose Bowl Preview show, with replays of On3Sports' Ivan Maisel, and Utah Play-By-Play Man Bill Reily.
Joe and Jon Crispin talk college basketball start times due to TV contracts and the impact on players and fans. Reginald Walker on the new NFL TV deal with streaming services.
Steve talks baseball with USA Today’s Bob Nightengale on the Winter Meetings and the upcoming changes for 2023.
Steve talks with Nate Bauer, Penn State football writer for on3.com and Blue & White Illustrated, about the big week the Nittany Lions Have coming up, getting ready for the Rose Bowl game against Utah Monday night.
Steve talks with Neal Coolong, Senior Editor of NFL sites with USA Today. They remember Franco Harris, and Roberto Clemente, who died 50 years ago this Saturday. Steve and Neal also talk about the Steelers game this Sunday night against the Ravens.
Friday 12/23/22
Steve doesn't get the Cowboys hate from today's generation of Eagles fans, and its our picks with the king.
Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says Penn State's recruiting class is good but top 10 and 5 classes needed to compete with Ohio State.
Thursday 12/22/22
Hour 1 - Today's full Steve Jones Show (with Penn State men's basketball 4:30 p.m. tip) including Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella saying Penn State's recruiting class is good but top 10 and 5 classes needed, and a replay of SI.com's Neal Coolong on the Eagles's success.
Hour 2 - Hear from James Franklin on National Signing Day, and we continue remembering Franco Harris.
One of Franco Harris’ former Penn State teammates, Selinsgrove’s Neal Smith, says the group appreciated their coaches.
Jay Paterno says Franco Harris 'transcended the sport,' remembering his dad's former player.
Wednesday 12/21/22
Hour 1 - Steve shares reactions inside Penn State football and remembers Franco Harris, Jay Paterno says Harris 'transcended the sport,' and one of his former Penn State teammates, Selinsgrove's Neal Smith, says the group appreciated their coaches.
Hour 2 - SI.com’s Neal Coolong says the Eagles were the most prepared team to handle so many close games in the NFL, and Steve says he likes the basketball national signing day schedule better than football.
SI.com's Neal Coolong says the Eagles were the most prepared team to handle so many close games in the NFL.
Tuesday 12/20/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Cowboys don't really need to prepare for Gardner Minschew, and his connection to new Phoneix Suns owner Matt Ishbia.
Hour 2 - Steve’s broadcast partner Dick Jerardi thinks this Penn State team is fully capable of making the NCAA tournament, and Steve says Gardner Minshew II doesn't bring the same elements as Jalen Hurts.
Steve's broadcast partner Dick Jerardi thinks this Penn State team is fully capable of making the NCAA tournament.
Monday 12/19/22
Hour 1 - Steve says there's always going to be officiating mistakes following a wild NFL weekend, and also has a rare positive outlook for the Cowboys matchup with the Eagles Saturday.
Hour 2 - Penn State Wrestling Voice Jeff Byers says Greg Kerkvliet has another boost of confidence after putting on 25 pounds this offseason, and its our NFL picks with the king.
Friday 12/16/22
Hour 1 - Steve isn't surprised by the few opt outs for Penn State, and hear from VP for Intercollegiate Athletics Dr. Patrick Kraft from Rose Bowl Media Day.
Penn State Wrestling Voice Jeff Byers says Greg Kerkvliet has another boost of confidence after putting on 25 pounds this offseason.
Hour 2 - On3.com Senior Writer Ivan Maisel says going to a 12-team playoff will solve a lot of problems, but it will create some problems that we don’t foresee, and Steve says new Big Ten west coast travel won't be as big a deal as you think.
Thursday 12/15/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the UCLA/UC Board of Regents agreement is 'good enough' to move forward, and Former Penn Stater Reginald Walker Jr. says student athletes need to be careful with the brands they work with in NIL, because if they do something wrong, it can affect an athlete’s image.
On3.com Senior Writer Ivan Maisel says going to a 12-team playoff will solve a lot of problems, but it will create some problems that we don't foresee.
Former Penn Stater Reginald Walker Jr. says student athletes need to be careful with the brands they work with in NIL, because if they do something wrong, it can affect an athlete's image.
Hour 2 - Steve’s broadcast partner Jack Ham is impressed with Utah and says the Rose Bowl will be a tough game for Penn State, and TicketManager’s Tony Knopp says it would be ‘disingenuous’ for the UC Board of Regents to collect a tax from UCLA to move to the Big Ten.
Wednesday 12/14/22
Hour 1 - Steve reacts to Carlos Correa's big deal with the San Francisco Giants, and KYW's Matt Leon doesn't know how you stop the Eagles offense.
TicketManager's Tony Knopp says it would be 'disingenuous' for the UC Board of Regents to collect a tax from UCLA to move to the Big Ten.
Steve's broadcast partner Jack Ham is impressed with Utah and says the Rose Bowl will be a tough game for Penn State.
Eagles/Yankees Spanish Broadcaster Rickie Ricardo thinks the Eagles should consider resigning Miles Sanders.
Hour 2 - Eagles/Yankees Spanish Broadcaster Rickie Ricardo thinks the Eagles should consider resigning Miles Sanders, SI.com’s Neal Coolong says its fair to ask if Mason Rudolph should play, and Steve on possible outcomes of tomorrow's meeting of the UC Board of Regents on UCLA.
Tuesday 12/13/22
Hour 1 - Steve continues to remember Mike Leach, and The Athletic’s Rob Biertempfel says he was ‘surprised’ Bryan Reynolds demanded a trade from the Pirates.
The Athletic's Rob Biertempfel says he was 'surprised' Bryan Reynolds demanded a trade from the Pirates.
Hour 2 - Former ESPN Radio Host and current Learfield broadcaster Mike Golic Jr. says the best team he’s seen in person this season is Michigan, the voice of Utah football Bill Riley has high priase for QB Cam Rising, and should Navy have fired coach Ken Niumatalolo?
Hour 1 - Steve expected Penn State hoops to give Illinois fits, and former ESPN Radio Host and current Learfield broadcaster Mike Golic Jr. says the best team he's seen in person this season is Michigan.
Former ESPN Radio Host and current Learfield broadcaster Mike Golic Jr. says the best team he's seen in person this season is Michigan.
Penn State Wrestling Coach Cael Sanderson is excited about his team's depth this season.
Hour 2 - Penn State Wrestling Coach Cael Sanderson likes the depth of this year's team, and its a replay of Steve's chat with Hall of Famer Dick Vermeil.
Friday 12/9/22
Hour 1 - Former Nittany Lion Adam Breneman on his new podcast, and Reginald Walker Jr says Week 1 will become the new Week 0 when new CFP begins.
Steve, Matt and King make their picks for the college bowls, and this weekend's NFL games.
Thursday 12/8/22
Hour 1 - Steve gives credit to Paul Whelan's brother for his classy statement following Brittany Griner's release, and WIP's Jody Mac thinks the Eagles are in a good position vs the Giants this week.
Hour 2 - Steve thinks MLB has a problem with the same teams involved in the offseason, and Steelers Radio Network’s Gerry Dulac says no Lamar Jackson shouldn’t matter that much to the Steelers because he really hasn’t hurt them in the past.
Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac says no Lamar Jackson shouldn't matter that much to the Steelers because he really hasn't hurt them in the past.
Detroit Free Press' Chris Solari says the Big Ten could turn into a war of attrition. maybe seeing a 4 or 5 loss team win the conference title.
Wednesday 12/7/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Yankees 'broke even' by resigning Aaron Judge, and Detroit Free Press' Chris Solari says the Big Ten could turn into a war of attrition. maybe seeing a 4 or 5 loss team win the conference title.
Hour 2 - Steve says UCLA hasn't been able to fill the Rose Bowl for games either, and SI.com’s Neal Coolong believes Kenny Pickett is ‘on the brink’ of a big game.
Philadelphia Inquirer’s Scott Lauber says the Phillies are ‘going for it’ to win ‘as many World Series as they can.’
Tuesday 12/6/22
Hour 1 - Steve thinks Aaron Judge should be upset with the Yankees about leaking out contract negotiations, and Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber says the Phillies are 'going for it' to win 'as many World Series as they can.'
Promoting a Vermeil Wine event in Bellefonte, Pro Football Hall of Famer Dick Vermeil says his recent induction is ‘still overwhelming,’ and Steve says the CFP committee got it right.
Promoting a Vermeil Wine event in Bellefonte, Pro Football Hall of Famer Dick Vermeil says his recent induction is 'still overwhelming.'
Monday 12/5/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Phillies should've signed Xander Bogaerts instead of Trea Turner, and Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says this was an important year to James Franklin.
Hour 2 - CBS Sports' College Football Insider Dennis Dodd thinks TCU's in the College Football Playoff win or lose this weekend, as long as it doesn't get blown out, and its our picks with the king.
Friday 12/2/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Big Ten basketball schedule is a little jumbled up to start conference play, and Former Penn State DT Robert Windsor says he wants to use the XFL to get back in the NFL after his career was cut short due to injury.
CBS Sports' College Football Insider Dennis Dodd thinks TCU's in the College Football Playoff win or lose this weekend, as long as it doesn't get blown out.
Former Penn State DT Robert Windsor says he wants to use the XFL to get back in the NFL after his career was cut short due to injury.
Action Network College Football Insider Brett McMurphy says, ‘I think Penn State’s going to Pasadena,’ citing Ohio State has already moved on.
Hour 2 - Steve says you can cross some teams off pursuing members of the Penn State coaching staff, and Action Network College Football Insider Brett McMurphy says, 'I think Penn State's going to Pasadena.'
Thursday 12/1/22
Hour 1 - Why the national championship will never be played at the Rose Bowl, and Brian Tripp on the latest with men's ice hockey and football motivated to prove they belong as one of the top teams in college football.
Former Penn Stater Reginald Walker Jr. says College football players should get a cut of the profits from the Playoff.
Who is John Hadl? A really good football player Steve says you should know about. Steve also updates you on todays top sports headlines.
Statecollege.com’s Ben Jones says if Penn State is given a Rose Bowl bid, ‘everybody will play.’
Eagles Radio Network's Glen Macnow says the 10-1 Eagles Special Teams is a big sticking point.
Tuesday 11/29/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Olu Fashanu's decision was 50/50, and Eagles Radio Network's Glen Macnow says the 10-1 Eagles Special Teams is a big sticking point.
Hour 2 - The Big Ten hands down punishments to Michigan State from the Michigan tunnel incident, and KDKA’s Bob Pompeani says Steelers’ Offensive Coordinator Matt Canada isn’t giving his rookie QB enough leeway to do more in the offense.
KDKA's Bob Pompeani says Steelers' Offensive Coordinator Matt Canada isn't giving his rookie QB enough leeway to do more in the offense.
SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says there's 'a very big possibility' for a Rose Bowl appearance for Penn State.
Monday 11/28/22
Hour 1 - SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says there's 'a very big possibility' for a Rose Bowl appearance for Penn State, and Steve thinks that can happen too.
Hour 2 - Detroit Free Press’ Chris Solari says Southern Columbia’s Cal Haladay has been a worker during his time at Michigan State, and has the latest on the players charged from the incident at Michigan, and its our tukey day picks with the king.
Detroit Free Press' Chris Solari says Southern Columbia's Cal Haladay has been a worker during his time at Michigan State, and has the latest on the players charged from the incident at Michigan.
DKPittsburgh Sports' COry Giger says Penn State football has turned into 'one of six best teams in the country.'
Wednesday 11/23/22
Hour 1 - Steve wasn't happy about some of the CFP rankings, calling on the committee to 'do the job responsibly,' and DKPittsburgh Sports' COry Giger says Penn State football has turned into 'one of six best teams in the country.'
Hour 2 - On3Sports’ Nate Bauer believes the Penn State football program is ‘set up for success’ moving forward, Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says if Kaytron Allen and Nicholas Singleton can continue to get better and run the way they do, this offense in 2 years can be one of the best in the Big Ten, maybe even one of the best in the country.and Steve can't believe how bad the Big Ten West is.
If Kaytron Allen and Nicholas Singleton can continue to get better and run the way they do, this offense in 2 years can be one of the best in the Big Ten, maybe even one of the best in the country.
Tuesday 11/22/22
Hour 1 - Steve is taken aback by a tweet from CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd on UCLA and the Big Ten, and SI.com’s Neal Coolong says the overall product of Kenny Pickett is getting better.
On3Sports' Nate Bauer believes the Penn State football program is 'set up for success' moving forward.
Hour 2 - Steve's on his way to Rutgers, so we replay interviews with Chris Carlin and Neil Rudel.
Friday 11/18/22
Hour 1 - Steve's en route to Rutgers, so we replay interviews of Frank Bodani and Tim Brando.
Hour 2 - Steve doesn't understand the Cal school system delaying its decision on UCLA to the Big Ten, and its our picks for the week with the king.
Thursday 11/17/22
Hour 1 - Steve says don't look at just the ending of today's Penn State win over Furman.
Wednesday 11/16/22
Hour 1 - Steve details Penn State men's hoops change of plans traveling to Charleston, SC, and behind the financial troubles of PAC-12 teams.
The Voice of Rutgers/ESPN Radio's Chris Carlin says Rutgers can't turn the ball over vs Penn State Saturday.
SI.com's Neal Coolong says Mike Tomlin would be the perfect person for a studio analyst job, but not betting on it.
York Daily Record's Frank Bodani thinks Penn State is a lot closer to Ohio State than they were a few years ago.
Monday 11/14/22
Hour 1 - Steve loves how Penn State can have a run game and good defense at any point, and 94 WIP's Jody McDonald says Miles Sanders has been an 'unsung hero' for the Eagles.
Hour 2 - The voice of Maryland football Johnny Holiday says Terps coach Mike Locksley tells them on the postgame show the Terps constantly beat themselves defensively, and its our picks for the weekend with the king.
The voice of Maryland football Johnny Holiday says Terps coach Mike Locksley tells them on the postgame show the Terps constantly beat themselves defensively.
SteelersDepot.com's Alex Kozora says Najee Harris' struggles are a result of him trying to do too much.
Friday 11/11/22
Hour 1 - Steve loved Micah Shrewsberry's use of Andrew Funk as a decoy vs Loyola (MD) and SteelersDepot.com's Alex Kozora says Najee Harris is simply trying to do too much.
Hour 2 - Steve doesn't understand what's so complicated for the CFP to accommodate the Rose Bowl, and former Penn Stater Reginald Walker Jr. likes Penn State's chances of getting to the Rose Bowl or Orange Bowl.
Hour 2 - Steve doesn't understand what's so complicated for the CFP to accommodate the Rose Bowl, and former Penn Stater Reginald Walker Jr. likes Penn State's chances of getting to the Rose Bowl or Orange Bowl.
Hour 1 - Steve has Saturday's game day parking info at Beaver Stadium, and former BC coach Scott Spinelli says Penn State is recruiting similarly to Gonzaga.
Hour 1 - Steve has Saturday's game day parking info at Beaver Stadium, and former BC coach Scott Spinelli says Penn State is recruiting similarly to Gonzaga.
Hour 2 - Steve says Brittney Griner doesn't deserve to be in a Russian penal colony, and the voice of Penn State Wrestling, Jeff Byers, says there’s ‘lots of excitement’ around Penn State wrestling newcomers.
The voice of Penn State Wrestling, Jeff Byers, says there’s ‘lots of excitement’ around Penn State wrestling newcomers.
Fox Sports’ Tim Brando, who’ll call Penn State-Maryland, says Penn State is ‘much improved,’ but ‘need to finish.’
Wednesday 11/9/22
Hour 1 - Steve LOVES this year's Penn State men's baseketball recruiting class, and Fox Sports' Tim Brando, who'll call Penn State-Maryland, says Penn State is 'much improved,' but 'need to finish.'
ESPN's Jon Crispin says College basketball would be living beyond its means if it were to separate from college football.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says the Steelers and Mike Tomlin 'grossly overrated' how athletic Najee Harris was when drafting him.
Philadelphia Inquirer’s Scott Lauber says pulling Zach Wheeler in Game 6 wasn’t the same as Game 1 with Wheeler.
Hour 2 - Steve says Phillies Manager Rob Thomson panicked, which is unusual, when he pulled Zach Wheeler, Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber says that situation in Game 6 wasn't the same as Game 1 with Wheeler, and On3Sports' Nate Bauer says Drew Allar Needing Only Game Reps is not true.
Monday 11/7/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Drew Allar is complaining at all about his playing time, and LNP's Mike Gross says Penn State's depth 'manifested itself' vs Indiana.
Hour 2 - It's a Best Of The Steve Jones Show, with replays of Chris Wheeler and Dan Baker.
Friday 11/4/22
Hour 1 - It's a Best Of The Steve Jones Show, with replays of Michael Barkann and Scott Franzke.
NBC Sports Philly’s Michael Barkann sets a crazy scene in Philly ahead of World Series Game 5 and Eagles-Texans on Thursday Night Football.
Hour 2 - Former Penn Stater Reginald Walker Jr says coaches need to stick with their plan even after losses, NBC Sports Philly's Michael Barkann sets a crazy scene in Philly, and its our picks for the weekend with the king.
Thursday 11/3/22
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't see a carry over after the Phillies were no hit last night, and its a playoff edition of our high school football roundtable.
The voice of Indiana football, Don Fischer, would love to see Dexter Williams II start vs Penn State Saturday, calling him the most improved from last year.
Wednesday 11/2/22
Hour 1 - On the quarterbacks, Steve says you owe it to the team to play who gives you the best chance to win, and Lions 24/7's Tyler Donahue says Drew Allar’s a guy who ‘could potentially’ lead Penn State to a Big Ten title, but he’s not ready to just throw him in a game to see how he does.
Lions 24/7's Tyler Donahue says Drew Allar's a guy who 'could potentially' lead Penn State to a Big Ten title, but he's not ready to just throw him in a game to see how he does.
Tuesday 11/1/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Steelers 'fleeced' the Bears in the Chase Claypool trade.
Reading Eagle’s Rich Scarcella thinks we may see more of Drew Allar in the final four regular season games.
Monday 10/31/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State was well coached vs. Ohio State and James Franklin's 4th and 2 decision is a 'gray area,' and Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella thinks we may see more of Drew Allar in the final four regular season games.
Former Phillies Broadcaster Chris Wheeler says he's heard Rob Thomson is 'just like Charlie Manuel.'
The Voice of the Steelers Bill Hillgrove says Najee Harris doesn't look the same as last year, which has played a role in a stagnant run game.
Thursday 10/27/22
Hour 1 - Steve shares some film observations of Ohio State, the Voice of the Steelers Bill Hillgrove says Najee Harris doesn't look like the Najee Harris of last year, and its our final high school football roundtable of the regular season.
The voice of Ohio State, Paul Keels, says, 'We could start this game at Beaver Stadium at 9 a.m., and Ohio State knows that it would be a rockin' environment.'
York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says Sean Clifford is the 'most resilient performer' at Penn State.
On3sports.com's Nate Bauer says booing Sean Clifford is 'embarrassing,' Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini on a 'phenomenal' locker room after the team's first win, and Steve says Aaron Boone panicked in most of the Astros series.
Centre Daily Times’ Jon Sauber says Penn State’s pivot from Michigan to Minnesota was ‘impressive.’
Monday 10/24/22
Hour 1 - Steve has one state on Ohio State no one's talking about that could affect them Saturday at Penn State, and Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber says Penn State's pivot from Michigan to Minnesota was 'impressive.'
Hour 2 - NBC Sports’ Peter King says NFL fans ‘will need to be patient’ with the league’s new concussion protocol down the line, and its our picks with the king.
NBC Sports' Peter King says NFL fans 'will need to be patient' with the league's new concussion protocol down the line.
Friday 10/21/22
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't think the Citizen's Bank Park crowd will affect the Padres, and On3Sports.com’s Ryan Snyder says having five-star cornerback Ellis Robinson IV coming to the White Out is huge.
On3Sports.com's Ryan Snyder says having five-star cornerback Ellis Robinson IV coming to the White Out is huge.
Hour 2 - Steve worries about some pitching disadvantages for the Phillies as the NLCS shifts back to Philly, and former Penn Stater Reginald Walker Jr. is frustrated by the latest criticism of Sean Clifford.
Former Penn Stater Reginald Walker Jr. is frustrated by the latest criticism of Sean Clifford.
The Athletic's Scott Dochterman says he's hearing from Big Ten Schools that they want to stay with USC and UCLA for now.
Thursday 10/20/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Josh Bell's homerun made a big difference in the Padres' win, and its our high school football roundtable.
Hour 2 - Steve says the Phillies have been a fun team to watch, Sporting News’ Mike DeCourcy says USC and UCLA actually like being the only Big Ten schools on the west coast, and KYW's Matt Leon says the Eagles' secondary is the best of his lifetime.
Wednesday 10/19/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Gleyber Torres' rock the baby retaliation was 'stupid,' and former San Diego Padres closer David Bell says both the Phillies and his former team deserve to be in the NLCS.
Sporting News' Mike DeCourcy says USC and UCLA actually like being the only Big Ten schools on the west coast.
Former San Deigo Padres closer David Bell says both the Phillies and his former team deserve to be in the NLCS.
Hour 2 - Steve says Michigan's tunnel setup is 'asinine,' and USA Today's Neal Coolong says believe it or not, Mitch Trubisky played well vs the Bucs Sunday.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says believe it or not, Mitch Trubisky played well vs the Bucs Sunday.
Phillies Radio Voice Scott Franzke says Bryce Harper’s walk in the big top of the ninth in St. Louis is ‘symbolic’ of Phillies postseason run.
Tuesday 10/18/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the worst Penn State can do after a loss like Saturday is panic, and Phillies Radio Voice Scott Franzkie says Bryce Harper's walk in the big top of the ninth in St. Louis is 'symbolic' of Phillies postseason run.
NBC Sports Philly’s Reuben Frank says the Eagles’ pass defense has had a ‘remarkable’ turnaround.
Hour 2 - Steve explains why Penn State didn't look creative on offense and defense, and NBC Sports Philly's Reuben Frank says the Eagles' pass defense has had a 'remarkable' turnaround.
Monday 10/17/22
Hour 1 - Steve says there wasn't a single person from Penn State football Friday that saw Saturday's 41-17 loss coming, Yankees fans are bad fans for booing Aaron Judge, and SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says the defense's performance has to 'alarm you.'
Friday 10/14/22
Hour 1 - As Steve gets ready to head to Ann Arbor, we get ready for kickoff with replays of Aeneas Hawkins and On3sports' Nate Bauer.
Hour 2 - Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac says the timing of turning to Kenny Pickett was a rare knee jerk reaction from Mike Tomlin.
Hour 2 - Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac says the timing of turning to Kenny Pickett was a rare knee jerk reaction from Mike Tomlin, and its our picks for this week with the king.
Thursday 10/13/22
Hour 1 - Steve says there's still not much to talk about with the explosive Dan Snyder story, and NBC Sports Philly's Michael Barkann says Aaron Nola has turned a corner.
Wednesday 10/12/22
Hour 1 - Steve shares a key sentence from a one-on-one interview with Kevin Warren from The Athletic, and its our high school football roundtable.
On3.com's Nate Bauer says Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton have changed 'the entire identity' of Penn State's offense.
Hour 2 - Steve says analytics are losing NFL teams games, and former Nittany Lion Aeneas Hawkins says Penn State’s defense will make it difficult for Michigan to score points.
Hour 2 - Steve says analytics are losing NFL teams games, and former Nittany Lion Aeneas Hawkins says Penn State’s defense will make it difficult for Michigan to score points.
Former Nittany Lion Aeneas Hawkins says Penn State's defense will make it difficult for Michigan to score points.
Former Nittany Lion Aeneas Hawkins says Penn State's defense will make it difficult for Michigan to score points.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says its 'plain and obvious' Jaylen Warren is better than Najee Harris right now.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says its 'plain and obvious' Jaylen Warren is better than Najee Harris right now.
Steve expected Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren to be 'measured' when asked about expansion, and former MLB player and Astros Radio Network Analyst Geoff Blum has high praise for Justin Verlander and Aaron Judge.
Steve expected Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren to be 'measured' when asked about expansion, and former MLB player and Astros Radio Network Analyst Geoff Blum has high praise for Justin Verlander and Aaron Judge.
Hour 2 - Steve says Buck Showalter's call for umpires to check Joe Musgrove for an illegal substance 'bush league,' and Steve calls the roughing the passer call on the Falcon's Grady Jarrett on Tom Brady was an overreaction to the Tua situation.
Hour 2 - Steve says Buck Showalter's call for umpires to check Joe Musgrove for an illegal substance 'bush league,' and Steve calls the roughing the passer call on the Falcon's Grady Jarrett on Tom Brady was an overreaction to the Tua situation.
Monday 10/10/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Kliff Kingsbury deserves the same blame as Kyler Murray for the end of game blunder, and KYW's Matt Leon has high praise for the Phillies and Eagles.
Monday 10/10/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Kliff Kingsbury deserves the same blame as Kyler Murray for the end of game blunder, and KYW's Matt Leon has high praise for the Phillies and Eagles.
10/7/22
Steve talks to Tony Knnop on UCLA and then talks to Tom McCarthy on Phillies Baseball.
10/7/22
Steve talks to Pete Jenson about the start of NHL and then catches up with Reginald Walker on Penn State Football.
Hour 2 - Steve says its 'common sense' for PAC-12 officials to want to move to the Big Ten, and its this week's picks with the king.
Thursday 10/6/22
Hour 1 - Steve on what's wrong with the Steelers and what's right with the Eagles, and its our high school football roundtable.
Hour 2 - Steve says its important for opposing broadcasters to call history right too, and USA Today’s Neal Coolong likes the switch to Kenny Pickett, but fans don’t need to ‘stomp on Mitchell Trubisky’s grave.’
USA Today's Neal Coolong likes the switch to Kenny Pickett, but fans don't need to 'stomp on Mitchell Trubisky's grave.'
Wednesday 10/5/22
Hour 1 - How Steve would handle sterioid-era players in hall of fame voting, and could Jimbo Fisher by the next coach to be fired during the season?
Eagles Radio’s Glen Macnow says the AJ Brown trade was one of the best things the Eagles have done in a long time.
Hour 2 - Dolphins Tight End and former Penn Stater Mike Gesicki says Tua Tagovailoa’s injury last Thursday night was a ‘scary situation,’ KDKA's Bob Pompeani says Mitch Trubisky was looking over his shoulder, and Eagles Radio's Glen Macnow says the AJ Brown trade was one of the best things the Eagles have done in a long time.
Tuesday 10/4/22
Hour 1 - Steve says he's never seen this recent trend of early firings across college football, and expanding the CFP will make for a better regular season.
Dolphins Tight End and former Penn Stater Mike Gesicki says Tua Tagovailoa's injury last Thursday night was a 'scary situation.'
York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says Saturday's game was the best special teams effort of the season.
Hour 2 - York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says Saturday's game was the best special teams effort of the season, Bucknell coach Dave Cecchini says his team is a few plays short of winning a game, and Steve thinks Wisconsin hasn't been able to recover from the 16-10 loss to Penn State last year.
Monday 10/3/22
Hour 1 - Steve says no excuse and 'gotta hold on to the ball' after Penn State's five turnovers, plus he was baffled by many questionable coaching decisions over the weekend, and On3Sports’ Ryan Snyder says Penn State’s 2024 recruiting class has the chance to be one of the best ever.
On3Sports' Ryan Snyder says Penn State's 2024 recruiting class has the chance to be one of the best ever.
Hour 2 - Former ESPN College Football Insider Phil Steele says he really thinks Penn State can contend for the Big Ten East with this improved running game and other factors, and its this week's football picks with the king.
Friday 9/30/22
Hour 1 - Steve was surprised the hit on Tua wasn't flagged in last night's game, and also asks why the are so many blowouts in high school football.
Former ESPN College Football Insider Phil Steele says he really thinks Penn State can contend for the Big Ten East with this improved running game and other factors.
Thursday 9/29/22
Hour 1 - Steve says MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred should've been in attendance for Aaron Judge's 61st homer, and its our high school football roundtable.
Hour 2 - Steve has a problem with two of the three balk calls against Marlins Pitcher Richard Bleier, and we go behind enemy lines with the voice of Northwestern football, Dave Eanet.
Wednesday 9/28/22
Hour 1 - Steve explains the studies used to ok beer sales at Beaver Stadium, and Former Nittany Lion Aeneas Hawkins says this year’s Penn State secondary is ‘one of the best he can remember.’
Former Nittany Lion Aeneas Hawkins says this year's Penn State secondary is 'one of the best he can remember.'
NBC Sports Philly's Dave Zangaro says if Jalen Hurts keeps playing like he is, the Eagles are a legit Super Bowl contender.
Hour 2 - NBC Sports Philly's Dave Zangaro says if Jalen Hurts keeps playing like he is, the Eagles are a legit Super Bowl contender, Steve says the Steelers are not a fun team to watch, and USA Today's Neal Coolong is unsure why the Steelers are holding out playing Kenny Pickett, unless its to protect him.
Tuesday 9/27/22
Hour 1 - Steve thinks the Yankeees need to sit Aaron Judge after he breaks the Al homerun record, and SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich doesn’t think James Franklin wants to create any parallels between Michigan, Cade McNamara, and JJ McCarthy with Sean Clifford, Drew Allar, and this Penn State team.
USA Today's Neal Coolong is unsure why the Steelers are holding out playing Kenny Pickett, unless its to protect him.
SI.com's Mark Wogenrich doesn't think James Franklin wants to create any parallels between Michigan, Cade McNamara, and JJ McCarthy with Sean Clifford, Drew Allar, and this Penn State team.
Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says Penn State's deep pass game could be an issue down the road.
Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says Penn State's deep pass game could be an issue down the road.
Hour 2 - Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says Penn State's deep pass game could be an issue down the road, and Steve doesn't understand why Tua kept playing after taking a hit and looking off vs Bills.
Hour 2 - Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says Penn State's deep pass game could be an issue down the road, and Steve doesn't understand why Tua kept playing after taking a hit and looking off vs Bills.
Monday 9/26/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State was a 'quarter to half step off' vs Central Michigan, and Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says Kaytron Allen looks more like a complete back.
Monday 9/26/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State was a 'quarter to half step off' vs Central Michigan, and Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says Kaytron Allen looks more like a complete back.
Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says Kaytron Allen looks more like a complete back alongside Nick Singleton who has the best athleticism of anyone on the team.
Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says Kaytron Allen looks more like a complete back alongside Nick Singleton who has the best athleticism of anyone on the team.
Hour 2 - Steve talks with Nate Bauer, Editor of Blue & White Illustrated, about Penn State football to this point, and about the importance of nutrition for college sports athletes
Hour 1 -Steve thinks Major League Baseball is making a big mistake having tonight's Yankees game only on Apple TV+, as Aaron Judge could tie Roger Maris's franchise and American League record of 61 home runs. Steve thinks this game should be available to everyone, it would be great for baseball. Steve also talk about beer not being sold at Penn State Sports venues yet, even though PSU has the licenses. He's seen no problem with beer sales at other college venues he's been at.
9/21/22
Steve brings in Brian Tripp to talk about his recent Penn State sideline experience.
9/21/22
Steve talks on how streaming services are messing with how to catch upcoming games and Steve speaks with Brian Tripp about his experience on the side lines.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says its not a safe bet that Mitchell Trubisky starts all 17 games for the Steelers - 'he brings nothing to the table.'
Steve's broadcast partner Jack Ham says Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen are already playing like veterans.
Hour 2 - Steve's broadcast partner Jack Ham says Penn State's stud freshmen running backs are playing like veterans already, and Steve says the 49ers drafted Trey Lantz to try to get ahead of the NFL with a new type of QB.
9/19/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State has it's first 1-2 punch at RB since Saquon Barkley and Miles Sanders and the Penn State's defense is becoming hard to prepare for.
Hour 2 - We get you set for Penn State-Auburn with replays of Andy Burcham, the voice of Auburn, and CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd.
Friday 9/16/22
Hour 1 - We get you set for Penn State-Auburn with replays of former Auburn QB Jason Campbell and SEC on CBS' Brad Nessler.
9/15/22
Steve Jones Show Hour 1 - How many quarterbacks has Steve called a TD pass for? Plus, it's week four of our high school football roundtable.
SEC on CBS' Brad Nessler says Auburn Boosters Have Biggest Influence in College Football within their own program.
Hour 2 - Steve hears from Aaron Judge's 'agent,' SEC on CBS' Brad Nessler says Auburn Boosters Have Biggest Influence in College Football, and the Voice of Auburn Andy Burcham says there are questions about the Tigers so far.
The voice of Auburn football, Andy Burcham, says there are questions about this year's team.
Wednesday 9/14/22
Hour 1 - Steve weighs if Aaron Judge will leave the Yankees, and CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd says Nebraska has 'lost its way' since joining the Big Ten.
CBS Sports College Football Insider Dennis Dodd says Nebraska has 'lost its way' since joining the Big Ten.
Tuesday 9/13/22
Hour 1 - Steve was amazed to see another late game debacle, this time by the Broncos, and Former Auburn QB Jason Campbell Applauds PSU-Auburn playing each other again, saying others are ‘Afraid’ to play.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says he didn't think Steelers DL TJ Watt would make it through a season without an injury.
Former Auburn QB and Auburn Sports Network's Jason Campbell appreciates Penn State and Auburn playing each other, something other schools are afraid to do because of CFP implications.
Hour 2 - On3Sports.com’s Nate Bauer says Penn State’s offensive line did take a step forward, Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini says he'll most likely play two quarterbacks again at Central Michigan, and Steve says, when it comes to Saquon Barkley, remember how long it takes to recover from knee and other serious injuries.
LNP's Mike Gross says its 'significant' how early Drew Allar played in Penn State's win over Ohio.
Monday 9/12/22
Hour 1 - Steve reacts to Penn States easy win over Ohio and LNP's Mike Gross says its "significant" Drew Allar played as early as he did in the win.
On3Sports.com's Nate Bauer says Penn State's offensive line did take a step forward in the win vis Ohio.
The Voice of the Eagles, Merrill Reese, is 'nervous' about the Eagles season opener at Detroit.
Hour 2 - The Voice of the Eagles, Merrill Reese, is 'nervous' about the Eagles season opener at Detroit, and its our football picks with the king.
The voice of the Steelers Bill Hillgrove told The Steve Jones Show Friday fans should patiently wait for Kenny Pickett.
Friday 9/9/22
Hour 1 - Steve breaks down the NFL kickoff game, the voice of Ohio football, Russ Eisenstein, says the Bobcats’ win 10 years ago against Penn State is still ‘remembered and discussed, and the voice of the Steelers Bill Hillgrove told The Steve Jones Show Friday fans should patiently wait for Kenny Pickett.
The voice of Ohio football, Russ Eisenstein, says the Bobcats' win 10 years ago against Penn State is still 'remembered and discussed.'
ESPN’s Jon Crispin see college basketball dying, with the sport always lumped with football and the money geared toward football.
Thursday 9/8/22
Hour 1 - Steve is not happy with one Penn State men's hoops Big Ten Saturday home game this season, and its week 3 of our high school football roundtable.
Philadelphia Inquirer's Sam Cohn says Sean Clifford needs a bounce back game vs Ohio after an up and down game vs Purdue.
Hour 2 - Philadelphia Inquirer's Sam Cohn says Sean Clifford needs a bounce back game vs Ohio, and Steve tries to give Matt therapy by helping him pick new teams.
Wednesday 9/7/22
Hour 1 - Steve would've fired the reporter who had the press conference exchange with Brian Kelly (but is back in Steve's good graces for apologizing), and Pat McAfee's addition to College GameDay could be the beginning of the end of Lee Corso.
Hour 2 - Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini was happy about his team's resiliency against a quality opponent despite Saturday's OT loss to Towson, and Steve has an early look at Ohio.
Tuesday 9/6/22
Hour 1 - Steve says we don't know who's good yet after week 1, and USA Today’s Neal Coolong says there’s really no wrong decision in deciding the Steelers QB depth chart.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says there's really no wrong decision in deciding the Steelers QB depth chart.
SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says 'eventually' has to come soon for the Penn State run game.
SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says 'eventually' has to come soon for the Penn State run game.
Hour 2 - SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says 'eventually' has to come soon for the Penn State run game, and its our college football picks with the king.
Hour 2 - SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says 'eventually' has to come soon for the Penn State run game, and its our college football picks with the king.
Friday 9/2/22
Hour 1 - Steve says fans have to feel good about Penn State's QB position after last night's win, and WIP's Jody McDonald says Howie Roseman has done a 'hell of a job' this offseason for the Eagles.
Friday 9/2/22
Hour 1 - Steve says fans have to feel good about Penn State's QB position after last night's win, and WIP's Jody McDonald says Howie Roseman has done a 'hell of a job' this offseason for the Eagles.
Hour 2 - Replays of Action Network's Brett McMurphy on the Big Ten's talks with Oregon and more, and On3.com's Thomas Frank Carr breaks down Penn State-Purdue.
Thursday 9/1/22
Hour 1 - Replays of CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd on the new Big Ten TV Deal, and week 2 of our high school football roundtable.
Hour 2 - Purdue play-by-play voice Tim Newton says Aidan O'Connell is the most accurate quarterback at Purdue since Drew Brees from 20 years ago, and USA Today's Neal Coolong says he doesn't know how to fix the preseason, and neither does the NFL.
Hour 2 - Purdue play-by-play voice Tim Newton says Aidan O'Connell is the most accurate quarterback at Purdue since Drew Brees from 20 years ago, and USA Today's Neal Coolong says he doesn't know how to fix the preseason, and neither does the NFL.
The voice of Purdue Football Tim Newton says Aidan O'Connell is the most accurate quarterback at Purdue since Drew Brees from 20 years ago.
The voice of Purdue Football Tim Newton says Aidan O'Connell is the most accurate quarterback at Purdue since Drew Brees from 20 years ago.
Wednesday 8/31/22
Hour 1 - Steve talks with Nellie Gillies, producer of the ESPN 30 for 30 series 'The Longest Game,' and a replay of ESPN's Jon Crispin on the state of college sports.
Wednesday 8/31/22
Hour 1 - Steve talks with Nellie Gillies, producer of the ESPN 30 for 30 series 'The Longest Game,' and a replay of ESPN's Jon Crispin on the state of college sports.
Steelers Radio Network’s Gerry Dulac says Mitchell Trubisky showed his No.2 overall pick qualities this preseason.
Hour 2 - Its Week 2 of our high school football roundtable and Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac says Mitchell Trubisky showed his No.2 overall pick qualities this preseason.
Tuesday 8/30/22
Hour 1 - Steve wonders what FOX will do with President Biden's prime time speech the same time as Penn State-Purdue, and a 17-game NFL season is difficult for teams to stay healthy.
Monday 8/29/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Drew Allar is ready to the backup QB for Penn State, and Steve gives his early feel for the Purdue game.
NBC Sports Philly’s Reuben Frank thinks 12 wins for the Eagles is very possible this year.
Altoona Mirror's Neil Rudel says the Hollidaysburg Little league team put smiles on everyone's faces during some troubling times with its run at the Little League World Series.
Thursday 8/25/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the transfer portal has resulted in retrend quarterbacks, and its the first edition of our high school football roundtable.
Steve has some updates on injured Purdue football, and an early look to Week 0 in college football.
Wednesday 8/24/22
Hour 1 - Steve's not impressed with O'Neil Cruz's 122 MPH hit, and why Stanford and Cal aren't a big connection to the San Francisco market.
Hour 2 - Replays of BTN's Dave Revsine and former college football insider Phil Steele with his big season preview.
Tuesday 8/23/22
Hour 1 - Replays: Pick Six Preview’s Brett Ciancia has a surprise pick for the ACC, and ESPN's Tim Kirkjian.
Action Network College Football Insider Brett McMurphy says Oregon’s talks with the Big Ten are the same as USC and UCLA’s talks…only we know about it now, plus how it won't be much longer until the PAC-12 is dissolved, ND remaining independent, and much more.
Hour 2 - Steve recaps the MLB weekend, and Action Network College Football Insider Brett McMurphy says Oregon's talks with the Big Ten are the same as USC and UCLA's talks...only we know about it now.
Monday 8/22/22
Hour 1 - Steve explains just how hard the grant of rights deals are in college football.
Hour 2 - Pick Six Preview's Brett Ciancia has a surprise pick for the ACC, and its our headlines of the week with the king.
Hour 1 - Steve is not enamored with having 20 teams in the Big Ten, and author John D. Lukacs on his book about Beano Cook.
BTN's Dave Revsine says Penn State is 'right there' with Ohio State and Michigan, and Steve says its a big day for the Big Ten.
Hour 2 - CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd says players can be paid without violating Title IX, and the Big Ten may not be done along with ESPN still in the mix, BTN's Dave Revsine says Penn State is 'right there' with Ohio State and Michigan, and Steve says its a big day for the Big Ten.
Following Thursday's Big Ten TV deal announcement, CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd says players are going to need to be paid, and it can be done without violating Title IX.
Thursday 8/18/22
Hour 1 - Steve breaks down the Big Ten TV deal, and he also says sports leagues don't handle a situation like Deshaun Watson case well, and Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber thinks Penn State wins nine games this season.
Centre Daily Times Jon Sauber says he's leaning toward predicting a nine-win season for Penn State.
Wednesday 8/17/22
Hour 1 - Steve is loving the way the Phillies are playing right now, and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack: Pickett Did Enough to Move to 2nd Team.
93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack says Kenny Pickett did enough Saturday vs Seattle to move up to the second team ahead of Mason Rudolph.
York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says its better for Penn State to start the season unranked.
Steve talks about Penn State's scrimmage last night and Matt Leon says the Eagles have to "stay healthy" in pre-season. Matt also talks about the Phillies' winning streak.
08-11-22 Hour 2
Mark Wogenrich talks ESPN's influence on college football and Steve gives us his opinion on ESPN's TV deal.
08-11-22 Hour 1
Steve and Brendan Quinn Talk current PGA tour ruling, antitrust violations and more tonight on the Steve Jones Show.
More from the Purdy Golf Tournament, including an appearance by Mark Lawrence. Kevin Herr joins him and talks high school football, too!
Steve is live at the Truman H. Purdy Golf Tournament at the Susquehanna Valley Country Club. Updates on Penn State Football, start to high school football, and how they did on the golf course today.
08-09-22 Hour 2
Neal Coolong airs his opinion on the current Steelers offense, and Ben Jones talks on streaming sports and ESPN rejecting a 7 year, 380 million dollar deal.
08-09-22 Hour 1
Steve talks about ESPN rejecting a 7 year, 380 million dollar deal; Reginald Walker talks new draft picks and more.
08-08-22 Hour 2:
Steve shares hilarious story on how "Chop" Robinson got his name, and James Franklin covers questions regarding the upcoming season.
8/08/22 Hour 1
"Who knows who is good anymore?" says Steve on the movement of players today, Manny Diaz speaks on the upcoming weeks of training camp.
Hour 2 - Steve says networks are the reason the Big Ten can't expand to more schools, and its our 'headlines' of the week with the king.
Friday 8/5/22
Hour 1 - Steve has some Penn State football and men's basketball camp insight, and Paydirt Penn State football podcast host Tom Hannifan thinks there are a few aspects to be excited about for Penn State.
Hour 2 - USA Today's Neal Coolong thinks the Steelers could sneak up on the NFL this year, and a replay of PIAA's Bob Lombardi on NIL.
USA Today's Neal Coolong thinks the Steelers could sneak up on the rest of the NFL this season.
Former ESPN College Football Insider Phil Steele says the Nittany Lions can make noise this year, but they still have question marks.
Thursday 8/4/22
Hour 1 - Steve thinks the Phillies can not only make the playoffs, but catch the Mets, and former ESPN College Football Insider Phil Steele says Penn State has the potential to make noise, but still has questions.
FOX/TNT's Kenny Albert shares amazing stories about his own and his dad, Marv Albert's, encounters with Vin Scully.
ESPN's Tim Kurkjian says Vin Scully is one of the greatest Dodgers of all time, his hall of fame induction was something he will never forget, Phillies will make the playoffs and more.
Wednesday 8/3/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Vin Scully is the blueprint for broadcasting, ESPN's Tim Kurkjian calls Scully "one of the greatest Dodgers ever", and FOX/TNT Kenny Albert shares amazing stories of his and his dad's encounter with legendary broadcaster.
Hour 2 - Steve says the Phillies got better, the O's 'lead the league in fear,' the Padres are 'serious,' and more in MLB trade deadline reaction.
Tuesday 8/2/22
Hour 1 - Steve reacts to all the latest breaking news with the MLB Trade Deadline, and he just laughs at Stephen Ross and the Dolphins being fined and losing draft picks from tampering.
Former Houston Chronicle Texans Reporter and Radio Host John McClain says no indictment makes Deshaun Watson innocent is ‘far from the truth.’
Hour 2 - Steve says along with his brilliant playing career, Bill Russell 'pointed out and fought BS' and former Houston Chronicle Texans Reporter and Radio Host John McClain says no indictment makes Deshaun Watson innocent is 'far from the truth.'
Monday 8/1/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the NFL has done more with Deshaun Watson than the legal system, and Bleav Podcast Mets Network's Joe Ceraulo likes where the team stands at this point in the season.
Hour 2 - Penn State Sideline Reporter Brian Tripp recaps Big Ten Mieda Days, previews Penn State fall camp, and more.
Friday 7/29/22
Hour 1 - Former Penn Staters Bill Belton and Christian Hackenberg reunite with Steve on their days with the Nittany Lions, teaming up to coach high school football, and more.
Hour 2 - SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich says Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren is now in a position of strength, following a shaky start in 2020, and its our 'headlines' of the week with the king.
SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren is now in a position of strength, following a shaky start in 2020.
Thursday 7/28/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Big Ten should consider block scheduling once USC and UCLA enter the conference, and he likes the Yankees trade for Andrew Benetendi.
Hour 2 - Steve isn't worried about Sean Clifford's player rights involvement distracting from preparing for the season, and NFL Insider Matt Lombardo says ‘there has to be some interest’ in playing Kenny Pickett because of the unknown, and it resets the clock on Mike Tomlin’s tenure.
NFL Insider Matt Lombardo says 'there has to be some interest' in playing Kenny Pickett because of the unknown, and it resets the clock on Mike Tomlin's tenure.
Hour 1 - Steve reacts to Big Ten Media Days, and 93.7 The Fan’s Chris Mack doesn’t think we’ll see Kenny Pickett play at all this season.
93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack doesn't think we'll see Kenny Pickett play at all this season.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says the Steelers 'have the raw talent' but have been hampered by a weak arm quarterback in the past.
Hour 2 - On3sports.com’s Nate Bauer says college football players are starting to realize the revenue of games they play are going to other institutions, not themselves, and Steve adds the question, 'What about Title IX?'
On3sports.com's Nate Bauer says college football players are starting to realize the revenue of games they play are going to other institutions, not themselves.
Monday 7/25/22
Hour 1 - Steve says college football needs to decide whether it wants to be capitalist or socialist when it comes to the new players union, why current players don't need medical representatives, and how big injuries are hurting across MLB.
Hour 2 - Steve says the Red Sox trading Mookie Betts will be one of the biggest mistakes of the Fenway Sports Group, and its our headlines of the week with the king.
Friday 7/22/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the current holding pattern of realignment 'tells you a lot,' and ESPN's Jon Crispin says NIL and realignment was 'inevitable' because of money being made off of amateur athletes.
ESPN's Jon Crispin says NIL and realignment was 'inevitable' because of money being made off of amateur athletes.
Hour 2 - Steve reacts to Dickie V's emotional ESPY's speech, and former Penguins Reporter and Historian Bob Grove likes the team's offseason so far.
USA Today's Neal Coolong thinks the NFL 'will be ok' with whatever decision is made on Deshaun Watson's suspension, because there's not enough evidence for a full year suspension.
Thursday 7/21/22
Hour 1 - Steve isn't a fan of the new Sixers Center City arena, and On3Sports.com’s Greg Pickel has a ‘hard time believing’ there won’t be more west coast teams joining the Big Ten when USC and UCLA are ready to join.
On3Sports.com's Greg Pickel has a 'hard time believing' there won't be more west coast teams joining the Big Ten when USC and UCLA are ready to join.
Hour 2 - USA Today’s Bob Nightengale says Yankees slugger Aaron Judge isn’t afraid to test free agency, and is looking for $36 million per year, like Mike Trout’s contract, and Steve is intrigued by BTN's Andy Katz's opinion that Notre Dame could join the Big Ten now if NBC is part of the new TV deal.
Wednesday 7/20/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the ACC is 'caught in the middle' of the alignment shuffle in college football, and BTN’s Andy Katz says if NBC is part of the Big Ten TV deal, ‘it would make sense’ for Notre Dame to join the conference.
USA Today's Bob Nightengale says Yankees slugger Aaron Judge isn't afraid to test free agency, and is looking for $36 million per year, like Mike Trout's contract.
BTN's Andy Katz says if NBC is part of the Big Ten TV deal, 'it would make sense' for Notre Dame to join the conference.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac says Heinz's naming rights offer to the Steelers was 'embarrassingly, ridiculously' low.
Hour 2 - Steve has high expectations for one Phillies draft pick, and Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac says Heinz's naming rights offer to the Steelers was 'embarrassingly, ridiculously' low.
Tuesday 7/19/22
Hour 1 - Steve blasts ESPN's broadcasts productions when asked about its Home Run Derby debacle, and praises a Williamsport Crosscutters pitcher who upped his draft stock.
Hour 2 - Steve reacts to Penn State's Matt Wood drafted by the Brewers, and Former Phillies broadcaster Chris Wheeler says more teams need to run the bases more to create more action, and he also sneaks in some Penn State football questions to Steve.
Former Phillies broadcaster Chris Wheeler says more teams need to run the bases more to create more action, and he also sneaks in some Penn State football questions to Steve.
PIAA Executive Director Bob Lombardi says they're getting ahead of the game now on NIL because other states have already made moves.
Monday 7/18/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the teams that are 'have nots' aren't spending and that's a problem for MLB, and PIAA Executive Director Bob Lombardi says there are other state's adopting or looking to adopt NIL besides PA.
Hour 2 - In our final 'Best Of' segment of the week, our last 10th anniversary mystery guests, Pat Freiermuth and Mike Gesicki.
Hour 1 - In our final 'Best Of' for the week, we've got more 10th anniversary mystery guests - Jay Paterno and Matt McGloin.
Hour 2 - 'Best Of' - Its more mystery guests from our 10th anniversary week, Chris Wheeler and Tim Kirkjian.
Thursday 7/14/22
Hour 1 - On this 'Best Of,' we look back on the 10th anniversary celebration of the show with our mystery guests - Micah Shrewsberry and Kenny Albert.
Hour 2 - This 'Best Of' episode looks back at Penn State's newest NFL draft picks, Jaquan Brisker and Jahan Dotson, and former Penn State women's basketball/Montoursville/WNBA great Kelly Mazzante, now the Associate Head Coach of Bucknell Women's Basketball and a PA Sports Hall of Famer.
Wednesday 7/13/22
Hour 1 - In today's 'Best Of,' AT&T Sportsnet Pittsburgh's Paul Alexander and Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac.
Hour 2 - We continue our 'Best Of' Philly Sports themed show with NBC Sports Philly's Michael Barkann, and a look back on another historic Kentucky Derby with FOX Sports Horse Racing Reporter Lafitt Pincay III.
Tuesday 7/12/22
Hour 1 - In today's 'Best Of' The Steve Jones Show, its all Philly sports, with NBC Sports Philly Sixers Analyst Alaa Abdulnaby, and the retired Hall of Famer Ray Diddinger, previewing his play 'Tommy and Me' coming to Hershey this August.
Hour 2 - It's a 'Best of' The Steve Jones Show all this week, with hour 2 featuring TicketManager's Tony Knopp and the Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella with their reactions to conference realignment in college football.
Monday 7/11/22
Hour 1 - It's a 'Best of' The Steve Jones Show all this week, with hour 1 featuring Sporting News' Bill Bender and Fox Sports' Tim Brando with their reactions to conference realignment in college football.
Matt Fortuna joins the show from the Athletic and Steve talks to some callers about the general state of the athletic program at Penn State.
Steve talks about some changes in what the PSU Football players are listed at and welcomes Bill Bender.
Hour 2 - Arizona Republic’s Mark Fallor says Oregon really wants to ‘get the heck out of’ the PAC-12, as much uncertainty continues around the conference, and its our headlines of the week with the King.
Hour 1 - Steve says Pirates fans should focus on their split with the Yankees, not last night's 16-0 loss, and KYW's Matt Leon loves what he's seeing from Kyle Schwarber and has big expectations for the Eagles.
Arizona Republic's Mark Fallor says Oregon really wants to 'get the heck out of' the PAC-12, as much uncertainty continues around the conference.
Hour 2 - Kyle Schwarber keeps his hot bat going, and TicketManager's Tony Knopp says the end game for the Big Ten is have its own playoff, background on UCLA in dire straights, and much more.
Sporting News/BTN's Mike DeCourcy says the latest conference realignment actually provides more security when it comes to the March Madness in college hoops.
Wednesday 7/6/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Notre Dame's current NBC deal is less than you think, and Penn State DT Aeneas Hawkins is pretty impressed with his counterparts on the O-Line this offseason.
He goes against them at practice, and Penn State DT Aeneas Hawkins is pretty impressed with his counterparts on the O-Line this offseason.
Hour 2 - Steve explains new Penn State Athletics Executive Team hires, and Reginald Walker Jr. says the ACC is 'nervous' about the latest college football realignment.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says the only reason Mitch Trubisky will probably start at QB for the Steelers this season is because they didn't think they'd get Kenny Pickett in the draft.
Tuesday 7/5/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Big Ten needs to go back to showing patience as more dominoes fall across college football, and former Penn State Long Snapper Chris Stoll recaps Lift for Life on campus.
Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella is wondering what's happening behind the scenes at Notre Dame considering today's USC/UCLA Big Ten news.
Friday 6/30/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Big Ten hit the 'home run' it needed for expansion, and Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella wonders what's happening behind the scenes at Notre Dame with today's news.
Hour 2 - Centre Daily Times’ Jon Sauber thinks Penn State football has finally turned the page and is ready to take the next step, after last year’s 7-6 season, and Steve says Miles Sanders' all-star team comments mean nothing.
Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber thinks Penn State football has finally turned the page and is ready to take the next step, after last year's 7-6 season.
Wednesday 6/29/22
Hour 1 - Steve says MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred's tenure hasn't been helped by certain owners, and he also has a problem with Freddie Freeman firing his agents.
Hour 2 - Steve says the Penn State Men's Basketball reseat will benefit the program in the long run, and USA Today’s Neal Coolong says new Steelers LB Myles Jack could make the team the no. 1 defense from a talent standpoint if he plays to his potential.
Tuesday 6/28/22
Hour 1 - Steve says he could see the Big Ten following the ACC's newly announced 3-5-5 model that includes one division and three primary opponents.
NHL Network's Pete Jensen says the Penguins could be a possible landing spot for the top free agent, Calgary's Johnny Gaudreau.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says new Steelers LB Myles Jack could make the team the no. 1 defense from a talent standpoint if he plays to his potential.
Hour 2 - SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich says it would help NIL if schools could become more involved in the process, and should adults wear jerseys? Matt wears them and ALWAYS will, Steve...yeah not so much.
SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says it would help NIL if schools could become more involved in the process.
Monday 6/27/22
Hour 1 - Steve laughs at the fact no NBA team but the Lakers is interested in Kyrie Irving, and where things stand with Brittney Griner in Russia.
Hour 2 - Steve's not so sure Aaron Judge will be with the Yankees next year, and its headlines with the king.
Friday 6/24/22
Hour 1 - Steve likes the Sixers draft trade, and 93.7 The Fan’s Chris Mack says as long as the Steelers are in the playoff race, they’ll stick with Mitchell Trubisky at quarterback.
93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack says as long as the Steelers are in the playoff race, they'll stick with Mitchell Trubisky at quarterback.
Hour 2 - Steve doesn't like how most top NBA draft picks go unnoticed in their first few years by playing for losing and smaller market teams, and The Athletic’s Rob Biertempfel alluded to the Pirates possibly not staying in Pittsburgh after 2030.
Thursday 6/23/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Lightning coach Jon Cooper is 'just grasping at straws' over the non-call when the Avs scored their OT goal, and says Title IX has made college sports 'exponentially better' but there's still no equivalency to football. Plus, former Boston College Coach/Bleav Podcast's Scott Spinelli says he'd take Chet Holmgren with the No. 1 pick in tonight's NBA Draft.
The Athletic's Rob Biertempfel alluded to the Pirates possibly not staying in Pittsburgh after 2030.
Hour 2 - Steve names a few players he has on his radar for tomorrow's NBA Draft, including for the Sixers at No. 23.
Wednesday 6/22/22
Hour 1 - Steve calls today's congressional probe on the Washington Commanders 'absurd,' and Penn State Baseball Coach Rob Cooper says the team is getting the message of getting better this offseason to build off this season's success.
NBC Sports Philly’s Michael Barkann says the Sixers don’t have much choice but to sign James Harden to a max deal.
Hour 2 - Steve answers whether Manny Ramirez is right about Derek Jeter, and NBC Sports Philly's Michael Barkann says the Sixers don't have much choice but to sign James Harden to a max deal.
Tuesday 6/21/22
Hour 1 - When it comes to Brooks Koepka leaving for LIV for big money, Steve says anyone would think about it. Plus, KYW Newsradio's Matt Leon says John Tortorella won't change the Flyers alone.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says Chase Claypool was set up for ridicule after recently being asked about how good of a receiver he is.
Hour 2 - Penn State baseball catcher Matt Wood recaps his memorable year and his MLB Draft path, plus Steve says the Pirates should be keeping O'Neil Cruz at the big league level.
Monday 6/20/22
Hour 1 - Steve has become infuriated with the way 'breaking news' is handled in sports today, and Penn State All Sports Museum Director Ken Hickman explains the new World War II exhibit.
Penn State All-Sports Museum Director Ken Hickman explains the new '"I Am a Penn Stater: Nittany Lions in World War II' exhibit.
Hour 2 - Steve doesn't understand what the actual beef is with young players who have left the PGA for LIV, and its our headlines for the week with the king.
Friday 6/17/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the better team won the NBA Finals, and former Penn Stater and Broadcaster Reginald Walker Jr. examines if the Panthers should show interest in Baker Mayfield.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac says the LIV/PGA feud will end up in court.
Hour 2 - Steve says there's certain aspects of sports the media cares about that fans don't, and Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac says the LIV/PGA feud will end up in court.
Thursday 6/16/22
Hour 1 - Steve reveals Penn State men's basketball's Big Ten hoops schedule, and On3's Nate Bauer says the NCAA really doesn't have much power and will get sued for every move they make.
Hour 2 - Former Penn State/NFL Linebacker and current Penn State Trustee Brandon Short explains The Karli Short Better Tomorrow Foundation, formed in honor of his daughter after she and her unborn child were killed by gunfire last year, Bleav Podcast Network Golf Analyst Cam Rogers says the PGA Commissioner pointing fingers toward LIV is not the answer to the problem, and Steve lets Matt complain about the Flyers hiring John Tortorella.
Bleav Podcast Network Golf Analyst Cam Rogers says the PGA Commissioner pointing fingers toward LIV is not the answer to the problem.
Wednesday 6/15/22
Hour 1 - Steve can't get over how successful the Lightning of been the last few seasons, and NHL Network’s Pete Jensen says this year’s Stanley Cup Final will be ‘very unpredictable’ with the league’s two best teams in the last three years.
Former Penn State/NFL Linebacker and current Penn State Trustee Brandon Short explains The Karli Short Better Tomorrow Foundation, formed in honor of his daughter after she and her unborn child were killed by gunfire last year. The foundation aims to help those dealing with the fallout of gun violence.
NHL Network's Pete Jensen says this year's Stanley Cup Final will be 'very unpredictable' with the league's two best teams in the last three years.
Hour 2 - Steve has another BIG reason why ESPN is key in the Big Ten TV deal, and USA Today's Neal Coolong says the Steelers supported Devin Bush and his play for too long.
Tuesday 6/14/22
Hour 1 - Steve says there's gonna have to be peace between LIV and the PGA eventually. Steve was also fired up on many aspects of Game 5 of the NBA Finals, plus former MLB Pitcher/Bleav Podcast Network’s Heath Bell says the surging Phillies’ managerial change was all about honesty from the skipper.
Former MLB Pitcher/Bleav Podcast Network's Heath Bell says the surging Phillies' managerial change was all about honesty from the skipper.
Hour 2 - Steve thinks there's some irony to Phil Mickelson's press conference today, and he breaks down the NBA Finals with former BC Coach/Bleav Podcast Network's Scott Spinelli.
Monday 6/13/22
Hour 1 - Steve says PGA Commission Jay Monahan looked 'unsteady' during is interview on CBS Sunday, and former Spikes player Evan Mendoza shares his path to his NFT project known as DiamondDawgs, which will be celebrated at an upcoming Spikes game.
Former Penn State women's basketball great and current Bucknell women's Associate Head Coach Kelly Mazzante says Penn State has made her who she is as a player and coach, after being elected into the PA Sports Hall of Fame.
Hour 2 - Former Penn State women's basketball great and current Bucknell women's Associate Head Coach Kelly Mazzante says Penn State has made her who she is as a player and coach, after being elected into the PA Sports Hall of Fame, and Steve wonders if Mike Trout has any signature moments in his time with the Angels
Friday 6/10/22
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't know what to say about Tony LaRussa's decision to intentionally walk Trea Turner on a 1-2 count, and Former Penn State Quarterback Christian Hackenberg catches up with Steve on grinding through a tough time at Penn State, and is now coach high school football with fellow former Nittany Lion Bill Belton.
Former Penn State Quarterback Christian Hackenberg catches up with Steve, now coach high school football with fellow former Nittany Lion Bill Belton.
Hour 2 - Penn State Wrestling Voice Jeff Byeres say Carter Starocci is on a track right now to be the best wrestler in Penn State history, and Steve says college hoops players who transfer 'up' usually don't have their situations work out, referencing a story by The Athletic.
Penn State Wrestling Voice Jeff Byeres say Carter Starocci is on a track right now to be the best wrestler in Penn State history.
Thursday 6/9/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the LIV Tour isn't good for golf, but the PGA isn't doing much to help the sport either, and the Philadelphia Inquirer's Dick Jerardi says upset Kentucky Derby winner Rich Strike won't win the Belmont this weekend, but will run well.
Philadelphia Inquirer's Dick Jerardi says upset Kentucky Derby winner Rich Strike won't win the Belmont this weekend, but will run well.
On3.com’s Nate Bauer says James Franklin's NIL comments today has been the most ‘direct’ he's been on the subject.
Hour 2 - Steve has no problem with owners having multiple franchises, and On3.com's Nate Bauer says James Franklin's recent NIL comments have been the most 'direct.'
Wednesday 6/8/22
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't have a problem with golfers leaving the PGA for LIV, but is uncomfortable with where the LIV money is coming from.
Hour 2 - A question on Penn State football's offseason and Sean Clifford's level of play, and Steve says ESPN needs to still be in the next Big Ten TV package, and The Athletic's Brendan Quinn says it was obvious Tiger was in a lot of pain at The Masters.
Tuesday 6/7/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the LIV is a 'fomidable opponent' for the PGA, and USA Today's Neal Coolong Says He 'Would Think' Browns had Trepidation Acquiring Watson.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says he would think the Browns had trepidation acquiring Deshaun Watson as more sexual assault lawsuits are filed against him.
Hour 2 - Steve has the latest NBA draft rankings as the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline is approaching, and BTN/Sporting News’ Michael DeCourcy says there’s no competitive balance right now in college football with NIL, a four-team CFP, and ‘revenue games.’
BTN/Sporting News' Michael DeCourcy says there's no competitive balance right now in college football with NIL, a four-team CFP, and 'revenue games.'
Monday 6/6/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Baker Mayfield is still with the Browns for a reason, and the Sixers' 'Process' really wasn't that much of a success.
Steve talks about how schools are forced to manage the Transfer Portal, plus golf stories with the King.
The Phillies fire Joe Girardi. Is the Phillies slide his fault and what's next for the Phillies.
Ivan Maisel joins the show to talk with Steve more about NIL and how that plays a role in college football.
Steve talks about Major League Baseball's attendance and about how some Minor League Baseball teams have better attendance than some Major League clubs. Brian Tripp also joins Steve to talk all things sports.
More with Joe and Jon Crispin and Tyler Smith about their time on the Penn State basketball team and the future of college athletics. Steve runs down the themes for Penn State home football games.
Joe and Jon Crispin and Tyler Smith about their time on the Penn State basketball team.
Steve chats to Mike Poorman about all things Name Image and Likeness in college athletics. He also welcomes Neal Coolong to talk about the NFL.
Steve talks about the lack of names in racing and tennis respectively. He also chats to Scott Sidwell about Top Golf at Beaver Stadium among other things.
Hour 2 - Former Penn State basketball star John Harrar said after his tryout with the Eagles, the team told him to stay healthy, 'because you never know' and told him what he could work on, and its our headlines of the week with the king.
Friday 5/27/22
Hour 1 - Steve says analytics definitely play a part in James Worthy's comments about today's NBA players, and today's NBA players need to show more respect to the ones that came before them.
Former Penn State basketball star John Harrar said after his tryout with the Eagles, the team told him to stay healthy, 'because you never know' and told him what he could work on.
Penn State Wrestling Play-By-Play Voice Jeff Byers says Carter Starocci could be the face of USA wrestling, and what's going on with Nick Lee, and Steve reacts to Josh Donaldson's Jackie Robinson apology.
Penn State Wrestling Play-By-Play Voice Jeff Byers says Carter Starocci could be the face of USA wrestling, and what's going on with Nick Lee.
ESPN Radio and Rutgers Football Play-By-Play Voice Chris Carlin says potentially scrapping divisions in the Big Ten doesn't matter because the conference is very good top to bottom.
Thursday 5/26/22
Hour 1 - Steve reveals the latest kickoff times and networks for the 2022 Penn State football season, and Penn State softball coach Clarisa Crowell on the team's 25-game improvement this season.
Hour 2 - Scranton Times-Tribune’s Donnie Collins says the way the game of college football is going, the Big Ten needs to do what is best for the Big Ten at this point, and Steve says NFL teams shouldn't be paying the Rams move from St. Louis to LA.
Scranton Times-Tribune’s Donnie Collins says the way the game of college football is going, the Big Ten needs to do what is best for the Big Ten at this point.
93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack says Andy Weidl's experience with the Steelers will be 'not as combative' than with the Eagles, plus how the Penguins' core could now return after a 'power play' within the organization.
Wednesday 5/25/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Hall of Famer Ray Didinger's comments about Boston fans before Super Bowl LII were 'phenomenal,' and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack says Andy Weidl's experience with the Steelers will be 'not as combative' than with the Eagles, plus how the Penguins' core could now return after a 'power play' within the organization.
Hour 2 - Steve isn't a huge fan of a thought-of SEC College Football Playoff, and USA Today’s Neal Coolong didn’t hold back AT ALL when asked about Doug Whaley’s comments about Jack Ham adapting to today’s game in a radio interview last week.
USA Today's Neal Coolong didn't hold back AT ALL when asked about Doug Whaley's comments about Jack Ham adapting to today's game in a radio interview last week.
Tuesday 5/24/22
Hour 1 - Steve shares new Penn State football jersey numbers including one with sentimental value, and Penn State Baseball voice Brian Tripp says the Nittany Lions have one advantage heading into the Big Ten Tournament.
Hour 2 - Steve reacts to the Josh Donaldson suspension, and the Hall of Famer, and soon-to-be retired Ray Didinger talks retirement with Steve and promotes his emotional, feel-good story play ‘Tommy and Me,’ coming to Hershey in August.
The Hall of Famer, and soon-to-be retired Ray Didinger talks retirement with Steve and promotes his emotional, feel-good story play 'Tommy and Me,' coming to Hershey in August.
On3sports' Nate Bauer says Nick Saban's controversial NIL/Texas A&M comments last week means the only safety boat with NIL is enacting federal legislation.
Monday 5/23/22
Hour 1 - Steve recaps the PGA Championship and other weekend sports stories, and Hall of Famer and soon-to-be retired Ray Didinger talks retirement and his upcoming play, 'Tommy and Me' coming to Hershey in August.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Gerry Dulac says he’s surprised to see Tiger playing in this weekend’s PGA Championship.
Hour 2 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac says he's surprised to see Tiger playing in this weekend's PGA Championship, Steve says Doug Whaley 'doesn't get it' and its headlines for the week with the suit.
Friday 5/20/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Reggie Bush should have its Heisman back now after Jordan Addison's NIL deal with USC, and some key college hoops players make NBA decisions in the Big Ten.
Hour 2 - Penguins Radio Voice Josh Getzoff says its 'Really Starting to Register' End for Crosby, Letang, Malkin, and Philly Inquirer's Dick Jerardi says Rich Strike's owner didn't even bet on his own horse! Plus, Steve says the SEC's public reprimand of Jimbo Fisher and Nick Saban does nothing.
Thursday 5/19/22
Hour 1 - Steve says conference commissioners have to start coming up with answers to the latest NIL drama, and Bleav Podcast Network Golf Analyst Cam Rogers expects Rory McIlroy to contend at this weekend's PGA Championship after his hot start.
Philly Inquirer's Dick Jerardi previews the Preakness, but also dropped this nugget from the Kentucky Derby last week...Rich Strike's owner didn't even bet on his own horse!
Penguins Radio Play-By-Play man Josh Getzoff says its really starting to register with some people close to the organization we may have seen the last series with Sidney Crosby, Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin.
NBC Sports Philly's Dave Zangaro says James Bradberry actually has some pressure off him, coming in as the No. 2 CB off a tough injury year.
Hour 2 - Penn State Baseball Coach Rob Cooper says Josh Spiegle’s go-ahead home run vs Pitt at PNC Park will be ‘an incredible memory’ for him, and Steve debates with NBC Sports Philly's Dave Zangaro if Jordan Davis can improve his conditioning for the NFL level.
NBC Sports Philly's Alaa Abdulnaby (Aw-la Ab-dool-nab-ee) says James Harden didn't have enough time to adjust after being traded to the Sixers this year, making it hard to judge him this year.
Wednesday 5/18/22
Hour 1 - Steve cautions excitement of the Eagles signing James Bradberry because of his injury last year, and NBC Sports Philly Sixers TV Analyst Alaa Abdulnaby says James Harden didn't have enough time to adjust after his trade to the Sixers.
Penn State Baseball Coach Rob Cooper says Josh Spiegle’s go-ahead home run vs Pitt at PNC Park will be ‘an incredible memory’ for him.
TicketManager's Tony Knopp says its a 'near certainty' there'll be a streaming component in the new Big Ten TV deal, and the SEC will follow.
Hour 2 - Steve, half joking, asks if the Yankees have played anyone yet in their hot start, USA Today’s Neal Coolong doesn’t view Antonio Brown wanting to retire a Steeler as a big deal, and TicketManager's Tony Knopp says its a 'near certainty' there'll be a streaming component in the new Big Ten TV deal, and the SEC will follow.
Tuesday 5/17/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the upcoming Big Ten TV deal could including streaming components, and The Athletic's Rob Biertempfel says moving O'Neil Cruz to the outfield is the right move, but could become a high-wire act if he wants to remain at shortstop.
USA Today’s Neal Coolong doesn’t view Antonio Brown wanting to retire a Steeler as a big deal.
Hour 1 - Steve says the NHL's Game 7s were way better than the NBA, and former Penn State linebacker Nate Stupar shares his inspiring story on waiting for his time, which led to an NFL career.
AT&T's Paul Alexander 'Hates the NHL' for not protecting its stars, including Sidney Crosby in Game 5.
Hour 2 - AT&T's Paul Alexander 'Hates the NHL' for not protecting its stars, and Steve agrees the NHL needs to do a better job. Plus former Pens' Reporter/Historian Bob Grove on what's future of the team's core.
Former Penn State/NFL Linebacker Nate Stupar shares his inspiring story on how patience during his time at Penn State propelled him to his NFL career.
Steve chats with Mark Wogenrich on Name, Image and Likeness and changes that are needed.
Matt Leon on the 76ers loss in the playoffs, and the future of the 76ers players and coaches.
Hour 2 - Steve says the media is always undermining the meaning of scholarships, especially in today's college sports world, and its our headlines for the week with the king.
Thursday 5/12/22
Hour 1 - Steve explains a proposal by Iowa's AD that would make transfers sit out a year again if its for NIL reasons.
Former Penn State/Washington Commanders Receiver Jahan Dotson called head coach Ron Rivera a 'real players coach' after letting him return to Penn State for graduation recently.
Hour 2 - Steve says Joel Embiid needs to move on from the MVP conversation, On3Sports' Thomas Frank Carr breaks down the film of Penn State's young QB's, and Penn State/Commanders receiver Jahan Dotson says Ron Rivera is a 'real players coach.'
Wednesday 5/11/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Big Ten TV contract is 'close,' and the NCAA is once again not helping itself with the latest NIL controversies.
Hour 2 - Steve really could care less about the upcoming NFL schedule release...but Matt is giddy about it and shares some games already out, and USA Today's Neal Coolong says its a pointless exercise.
Tuesday 5/10/22
Hour 1 - Steve reacts to the huge Tom Brady FOX contract, forechecking has been the key to the Penguins' success, and former Steeler/Bleav Podcast Network's Ike Taylor says the Steelers got the best of both worlds with this year's draft class, getting what they wanted and needed.
Former Steeler/Bleav Podcast Network's Ike Taylor says the Steelers got the best of both worlds with this year's draft class, getting what they wanted and needed.
FOX Sports Horse Racing Reporter Laffit Pincay III says Rich Strike's Derby Win has put the 'sport at its best.'
Hour 2 - Ahead of next year's draft, Steve says there wasn't a time he thought Wil Levis was ahead of Sean Clifford, and FOX Sports Horse Racing Reporter Laffit Pincay III says Rich Strike's Derby Win has put the 'sport at its best.'
Monday 5/9/22
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't care about the NBA MVP race, and has high praise for Ron Rivera letting Jahan Dotson go to graduation at Penn State.
Hour 2 - Penn State/current Chicago Bears Safety jaquan Brisker says he chose one more year at Penn State just to show how he can be a professional, and its our headlines for the week with the King.
Former Penn State and now current Chicago Bears Safety Jaquan Brisker says he chose one more year at Penn State just to show how he can be a professional.
Friday 5/6/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Phillies 'have a big problem' after last nights epic collapse, and York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says the NCAA needs to impose limits on programs potentially poaching opposing teams players to transfer for NIL opportunities.
York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says the NCAA needs to impose limits on programs potentially poaching opposing teams players to transfer for NIL opportunities.
Hour 2 - Steve answers a question as to why Penn State hasn't won anything despite developing NFL-level talent, and Fansided's NFL Insider Matt Lombardo says the Jaguars taking Travon Walker No. 1 overall 'came down to the wire.'
Fansided's NFL Insider Matt Lombardo says the Jaguars taking Travon Walker No. 1 overall 'came down to the wire.'
Philly Inquirier's Dick Jerardi says two former Baffert horses could be a factor in this weekend's Kentucky Derby.
Thursday 5/5/22
Hour 1 - Steve says JJ Reddick and Chris Russo both made mistakes in their heated argument over Draymond Green, and Philly Inquirier's Dick Jerardi says two former Baffert horses could be a factor in this weekend's Kentucky Derby.
NBC Sports Philly’s Michael Barkann says ‘you just feel it’ with the Eagles future after their draft.
Hour 2 - NBC Sports Philly's Michael Barkann says 'you just feel it' with the Eagles future after their draft, Penguins Historian Bob Grove calls Kris Letang's current play 'rare,' and Steve discusses possible rules that could be implemented to control the transfer portal.
Wednesday 5/4/22
Hour 1 - Steve discusses the possibilities of 'super teams' forming from the transfer portal, but Steve still thinks things will calm down.
Hour 2 - Steve has updates on the Big Ten TV deal negotiations and USA Today’s Neal Coolong says Kenny Pickett is going to make the Steelers competitive despite not having a strength in his game that stands out.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says Kenny Pickett is going to make the Steelers competitive despite not having a strength in his game that stands out.
Hour 1 - Steve says you have to wonder about tampering going on with the transfer portal, and Penguins Radio Voice Josh Getzoff has the latest on the team ahead of tonight's Game 1 with the New York Rangers.
Hour 2 - Steve also liked the Giants, Ravens, and Jets drafts, NBC Sports Philly's Reuben Frank says the Eagles 'stole' Nakobe Dean, and KYW's Matt Leon was also highly impressed with the Eagles draft, and the pressure is off the Sixers without Joel Embiid.
Monday 5/2/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the latest NIL/transfer portal news created a bad weekend for college sports, the Eagles' Nakobe Dean pick was 'off the charts,' while the Steelers' George Pickens pick is questionable.
On3Sports' Nate Bauer says new Penn State VP for Intercollegiate Athletics Patrick Kraft 'gets what's going on' in college athletics today.
Hour 2 - On3Sports' Nate Bauer says new Penn State VP for Intercollegiate Athletics Patrick Kraft 'gets what's going on' in college athletics today, former BC coach Scott Spinelli breaks down the NBA playoffs, and Steve says Jahan Dotson will help the Commanders 'a lot.'
Friday 4/29/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Steelers' Kenny Pickett pick is good, but he needs more around him, and the Eagles 'won big' in last night's first round. Plus, On3Sports' Ryan Snyder with the latest on recruiting.
NBC Sports Philly's John Clark, live from Vegas, guesses Howie Roseman already has 'deals in place' to move up from No. 15.
Steelers Radio Network/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac says Malik Willis would be a 'wasted No. 1 pick.'
Hour 2 - Steve goes through who he likes out of Round 1 of the draft tonight, Steelers Radio Network/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac says Malik Willis would be a 'wasted No. 1 pick,' and NBC Sports Philly's John Clark, live from Vegas, guesses Howie Roseman already has 'deals in place' to move up from No. 15.
Thursday 4/28/22
Hour 1 - Steve says no No.1 pick in tonight's draft can change a team, and a 'bathroom filled' What 2 Watch 4 segment with the King.
Hour 2 - Steve examines some possible changes in the NCAA rules, including unlimited coaching staffs.
Wednesday 4/27/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Mark Emmert left the NCAA in a worse position than when he took over, including not handling the Penn State sanctions well.
Hour 2 - Bleav Podcast Network FCS Draft Analyst Joe Deleone has the latest on FCS prospects for this week's draft, USA Today's Neal Coolong doesn't think Malik Willis or Kenny Pickett will be available for the Steelers, and Steve Isn't Surprised About the Sixers Struggles.
Tuesday 4/26/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Pat Kraft 'has lots of Requisites' for Penn State's AD job, and Centre Daily Times Jon Sauber says Patrick Kraft would do 'really well' as a fundraiser if he comes to Penn State, which he says a deal is on its way to being done.
Centre Daily Times Jon Sauber says Patrick Kraft would do 'really well' as a fundraiser if he comes to Penn State, which he says a deal is on its way to being done.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says Malik Willis isn't going to fall out of the top 10, and Kenny Pickett will not be available at No. 20 for the Steelers.
SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says he's 'fascinated' by the budding relationship between Sean Clifford and Mitchell Tinsely.
Hour 2 - Beleav Podcast Network Draft Analyst Ryan Roberts on the Eagles and Steelers draft plans, SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says he's 'fascinated' by the budding relationship between Sean Clifford and Mitchell Tinsely, and more Blue-White Recap.
Monday 4/25/22
Hour 1 - Steve breaks down the Blue-White Game, and Penn State Men's Volleyball coach Mark Pavlik on the team just missing the NCAA Tournament despite being ranked No. 2 in the country.
NBC Sports Philly Sixers Play-By-Play Announcer Kate Scott says Doc Rivers has compared Tyrese Maxey to Rajon Rondo
Hour 2 - NBC Sports Philly Sixers Play-By-Play Announcer Kate Scott says Doc Rivers has compared Tyrese Maxey to Rajon Rondo, and its What 2 Watch 4 with the King.
Friday 4/22/22
Hour 1 - Steve understands why Jay Wright's reasoning for retiring and Reginald Walker Jr. recounts is first Blue-White Game.
Hour 2 – Steve says Aaron Boone intentionally walking Miguel Cabrera with a chance at his 3,000 hit milestone at home was ‘indefensible,’ while Matt says Boone is trying to win the game. Plus, Lions 24/7 Sports’ Mark Brennan says Penn State’s O-line needs to start showing cohesion.
Thursday 4/21/22
Hour 1 - Steve wonders if the current culture of college athletics has anything to do with yet another prominent head coach leaving the job in Jay Wright, and Lions 24/7’s Tyler Donahue says Christian Veilleux is better than what most people think.
Lions 24/7's Mark Brennan says Penn State's offensive line needs to start showing some cohesion, despite all the injuries, and that starts in Saturday's Blue-White Game.
Lions 24/7's Tyler Donahue says Christian Veilleux is better than what most people think, despite all the hype on the freshman quarterbacks.
Sandy Barbour, Penn State's Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics joins Steve to talk about facilities, Title 9, the Transfer Portal and more on collegiate athletics.
Hour 2 - Sandy Barbour, Penn State's Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics joins Steve to talk about facilities, Title 9, the Transfer Portal and more on collegiate athletics. Steve also takes a look at the stadium experience for fans and how it should be better than the TV experience.
Wednesday 4/20/22
Hour 1 - Steve goes through changes to the Big Ten hoops tournament, and former BC coach Scott Spinelli breaks down the NBA playoffs.
Penn State VP for Intercollegiate Athletics Sandy Barbour says NIL, though a great achievement for student-athletes, is 'weaponizing' recruiting.
Hour 2 - Steve Loves Additions of Camren Wynter, Andrew Funk for Penn State men's hoops, USA Today's Neal Coolong says the Steelers need receivers too, and Penn State Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing and Fan Experience Chris Grosse has everything you need to know for Saturday's Blue-White Game.
Penn State Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing and Fan Experience Chris Grosse has all the information you need to know for Saturday’s Blue-White Game, including the Blue-White Boardwalk!
While everyone’s talking about the Steelers drafting a QB, USA Today’s Neal Coolong says don’t forget about receiver, and there will be one worth taking at No. 20.
Tuesday 4/19/22
Hour 1 - Steve says don't read into Keyvone Lee's comments about emphasizing the run game, and former Nittany Lion QB Matt McGloin says you'll get of sense of who's got it when it comes to the young QB's in Saturday's Blue-White Game.
Former Nittany Lion QB Matt McGloin says you'll get of sense of who's got it when it comes to the young QB's in Saturday's Blue-White Game.
Hour 2 - Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says 'you knew' Nick Singleton was different no matter if you heard of him before he played, and insight into a 2023 commit who's FULLY on board with Penn State, and Steve says players' lack of commitment is leading to apathy among some fans.
Reading Eagle’s Rich Scarcella says ‘you knew’ Nick Singleton was different no matter if you heard of him before he played, and insight into a 2023 commit who’s FULLY on board with Penn State.
Monday 4/18/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Celtics won because of coaching and going against conventional wisdom and Tom Hannifan of Paydirt: A Penn State Football Podcast says the Blue-White GAme may be as simple as a 7-on-7.
Hour 2 - Steve says Penn State's offensive line will balance itself out and its another installment of What 2 Watch 4 with the King, with more Yankees-Red Sox stories you don't want to miss.
Friday 4/15/22
Hour 1 - Steve explains why he chose not to interview ESPN's John Barr on the E:60 Special, 'The Paterno Legacy' airing next week, and Steve remembers Jackie Robinson.
Hour 2 - Steve doesn't get the idea of a Ben Simmons debut in Game 4 vs Celtics, and a list of the most valuable sports franchises in the world.
Thursday 4/14/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State men's basketball 'had a good day' and Football Sideline Reporter Brian Tripp says Penn State has a 'really good roster' heading into the fall.
Penn State Football sideline reporter Brian Tripp says Penn State has a ‘really good roster’ heading into the fall.
Hour 2 - Former Penn Stater and broadcaster Reginald Walker Jr. gives his perspective of being in the transfer portal, and Steve didn't have a problem with Dave Roberts pulling Clayton Kershaw from his perfect game bid.
Hour 1 - Steve says analytics aren't the only way to win, and former MLB closer Heath Bell says analytics are hurting the integrity of baseball.
Hour 2 - Steve once again is amazed by the latest controversy surrounding the Washington Commanders, and USA Today's Neal Coolong says the odds go up of the Steelers drafting a QB at No. 20 following the tragic death of Dwayne Haskins.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says the odds go up of the Steelers drafting a QB at No. 20 following the tragic death of Dwayne Haskins.
On3sports.com’s Greg Pickel says watch comparisons between Demeioun Robinson and Arnold Ebiketie.
Hour 2 - USA Today's Bob Nightengale says MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred lacks 'compassion,' ESPN's Jon Crispin asks 'Who are we really helping?' when it comes to the transfer portal in college hoops, and Steve isn't on board to giving Aaron Judge Mike Trout money.
ESPN’s and former Penn Stater Jon Crispin asks ‘Who Are We Really Helping?’ when weighing the pros and cons of the transfer portal in college hoops.
In the fallout from the lockout, USA Today's Bob Nightengale says MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred lacks 'compassion.'
Monday 4/11/22
Hour 1 - Steve remembers the late Penn State running back Gary Brown and the media can learn from the death of Dwayne Haskins, and Steve asks Bleav Podcast Network Golf Analyst Cam Rogers if Scottie Scheffler can be a consistent major championship contender.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/Steelers Radio Network’s Gerry Dulac said Augusta writers told him Tiger had such a sense of satisfaction with his first round at The Masters.
Hour 2 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac said Augusta writers told him Tiger had such a sense of satisfaction with his first round, and its our first installment of What 2 Watch 4 with the King.
Friday 4/08/22
Hour 1 - Steve is taken aback by Grambling State's Volleyball coach cutting her whole roster, and KYW's Matt Leon says the Sixers just need to get to the playoffs and isn't jumping off the bandwagon yet.
Phillies Radio Network’s Scott Frankzie says the presence of Nick Castellanos and Kyle Schwarber has been felt ‘quite a bit.’
Hour 2 - Phillies Radio Network's Scott Frankzie says the presence of Nick Castellanos and Kyle Schwarber has been felt 'quite a bit,' and Steve says Adam Silver is right to say the NBA's stars need to play more.
93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack says the Pirates are at a 'dangerous tipping point' with its fanbase.
Hour 1 - Steve's Masters pick is Cameron Smith, and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack says the Pirates are at a 'dangerous tipping point' with its fanbase.
Bleav Podcast Network Golf Analyst Cam Rogers says Tiger’s Masters partners, Louis Oosthuizen and Joaquin Niemann will now have the challenge of dealing with Tiger crowds this weekend. Steve also says the Final Four, Championship Game Ratings were Off the Charts.
Bleav Podcast Network Golf Analyst Cam Rogers says Tiger’s Masters partners, Louis Oosthuizen and Joaquin Niemann will now have the challenge of dealing with Tiger crowds this weekend.
Wednesday 4/06/22
Hour 1 - Steve says reporters had to ask Augusta chair about Phil Mickelson to see if he's been suspended by the PGA, and Bob Bowlsby kept the Big 12 afloat after the departure of OU and Texas.
Hour 2 - USA Today's Neal Coolong says he 'hasn't felt any less certain' about the Steelers draft plans, and Steve doesn't understand what the Pirates are doing...again.
USA Today’s Neal Coolong says he ‘hasn’t felt any less certain’ about the Steelers draft plans.
Tuesday 4/05/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Tiger has become a 'more sympathetic figure' and Armando Bacot's second half absence was a big factor the TBS broadcast missed. Penn State Men's Ice Hockey Broadcaster Brian Tripp also previews the Frozen Four.
CBS’ Brad Nessler and Steve share funny moments talking with Coach K and Joe Paterno, as well as previewing the national championship game.
Hour 2 - CBS' Brad Nessler and Steve share funny moments talking with Coach K and Joe Paterno, broadcaster and former Nittany Lion Reginald Walker Jr. shares how valuable spring practice is for players, and Steve reacts to the Eagles-Saints blockbuster trade.
Monday 4/04/22
Hour 1 - Steve says UNC-Duke lived up to the hype and former Boston College coach Scott Spinelli even went further to say it was one of the best tournament games he's ever watched.
ESPN's and former Penn Stater Jon Crispin says players should be given six fouls and a fourth official should be added.
Hour 2 - ESPN's and former Penn Stater Jon Crispin says players should be given six fouls and a fourth official should be added, our Final Four picks with the king, and Steve has many rule changes he'd like to see too in college hoops.
Friday 4/01/22
Hour 1 - Steve applauds MLB having umpires announce replay reviews to crowds and thinks college basketball should do the same, and former Boston College coach and analyst Scott Spinelli breaks down the Final Four.
Hour 2 - Steve wants to see some rule changes to increase scoring next year in college hoops, including giving teams more free throws instead of having players foul out. Steve also has spring football practice notes.
Thursday 3/31/22
Hour 1 - Steve is irked by Yankees GM Brian Cashman blaming the cheating Astros for the team's World Series drought, and Brandon Lang has your answers your betting questions for the Final Four.
Hour 2 - Penn State Wrestling National Champion Max Dean talks special moment with his brother, and Steve says MLB needs to follow the NFL and allow the media back in the locker rooms.
Wednesday 3/30/22
Hour 1 - Steve thinks NIL could keep college athletes in school longer, and The Athletic's Rob Biertempfel has the latest on Bryan Reynolds future with the Pirates and more from Spring Training.
Penn State Wrestling National Champion Max Dean talks special moment with his brother in Detroit and what's next for the offseason.
Hour 2 - USA Today's Neal Coolong says he 'doesn't see what the the difference is' with the new NFL OT tweak, and Steve doesn't have a problem with Tiger trying to play in the Masters.
USA Today’s Neal Coolong says he ‘doesn’t see what the difference is’ with the new NFL OT tweak for the postseason.
Tuesday 3/29/22
Hour 1 - Steve says NCAA Wrestling Championship ratings lowest in nine years, and KYW's Matt Leon says Villanova's Final Four matchup with Kansas is now a 'tall order.'
Hour 2 - TicketManager's Tony Knopp says the Big Ten and the SEC are really putting the pressure on everyone as networks fight for their broadcast rights, and Steve says this all is not about what sport is better, men or women.
TicketManager’s Tony Knopp says the Big Ten and the SEC are really putting the pressure on everyone as networks fight for their broadcast rights.
Monday 3/28/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the NCAA really needs to fixing officiating in the men's tournament, and Steve REALLY doesn't like the NCAA involving Congress in the organization's reform.
Hour 2 – NFLN/NFL on CBS’ Charles Davis is ‘confused’ by wild NFL offseason and the king is back with our Sweet 16 picks for tonight.
Former NFL Network Reporter/WFAN’s Kim Jones says James Franklin is a big reason why Penn State continues receiving more NFL attention – and she’s VERY excited for the future of Penn State football.
Friday 3/25/22
Hour 1 - Steve recaps last night's Sweet 16 games, ESPN/Westwoodone's Jon Crispin says Houston Coach Kelvin Sampson isn't getting enough credit for turning his career around, and former NFL Network Reporter/WFAN's Kim Jones says James Franklin is a big reason why Penn State continues receiving more NFL attention.
ESPN/Westwoodone’s Jon Crispin says Houston coach Kelvin Sampson isn’t getting enough credit for his career turnaround at Houston.
Phillies/CBS/Westwoodone’s Tom McCarthy says he’s now ok with the DH in the national league because pitchers ‘stopped trying’ at the plate last year. He also says it would be a ‘disappointment’ if UCLA doesn’t make it back to the Final Four.
Hour 2 – Phillies/CBS/Westwoodone’s Tom McCarthy says he’s now ok with the DH in the national league because pitchers ‘stopped trying’ at the plate last year, and Steve says an NFC North team was ‘well represented’ at Penn State’s Pro Day today.
Thursday 3/24/22
Hour 1 - Steve recaps Penn State's Pro Day, and Altoona Mirror's Neil Rudel says there's also leadership question marks for Penn State football next year.
Altoona Mirror's Neil Rudel says there's also plenty of leadership question marks, as well as inexperience concerns for Penn State football next year.
Hour 2 - Penn State Wrestling Broadcaster Jeff Byers says York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says, and Steve says the Tyreek Hill trade made the Dolphins better.
Wednesday 3/23/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Packers and Chiefs are sending the league a message with blockbuster trades, and former Boston College coach and current analyst Scott Spinelli breaks down the Sweet 16.
York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says there's lots of questions for the offensive line and defense as spring ball begins.
The voice of Penn State Wrestling, Jeff Byers, says what Penn State wrestling has done at the last few NCAA championships is unprecedented.
Hour 2 - Hear from retiring VP of Intercollegiate Athletics Sandy Barbour, USA Today's Neal Coolong says Deshaun Watson wanted to play for the Steelers.
Tuesday 3/22/22
Hour 1 - Steve says New York baseball teams have a 'big problem' with the city not changing COVID regulations right now, and hear from Penn State Football Coach James Franklin from the first day of spring ball.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says Deshaun Watson wanted to play for the Steelers, but the team said no.
Merrill Reese joins Steve to talk about his new 3 year contract to be the voice of the Philadelphia Eagles and how it all started 45 years ago.
Former Nittany Lion Reginald Walker talking PSU spring football and a visit with Merrill Reese of the Eagles Radio Network reflecting on his career and his new 3-year contract with the Eagles Radio Network.
Looking back at a great weekend for Penn State Wrestling and looking ahead to Penn State Football with Donny Collins from the Scranton Times Tribune.
Hour 2 - Steve reacts to Deshaun Watson heading to Cleveland and its our bracket reveal and picks for the Friday night first round games.
Friday 3/18/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the early going of blowout March Madness games wasn't surprising after Kentucky's loss the night before, and Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber agrees the future is bright for Micah Shrewsberry and Penn State.
Centre Daily Times' Jon Sauber agrees the future is bright for Micah Shrewsberry and Penn State.
Hour 2 - Former College Basketball coach and current analyst Scott Spinelli breaks down March Madness, and Steve has the latest updates from March Madness and Penn State Wrestling.
Steve has a full preview of March Madness with former Boston College coach and current analyst Scott Spinelli.
Thursday 3/17/22
Hour 1 - Steve keeps you up to date on March Madness and Penn State at the NCAA Wrestling Championships, and Beleav Podcast Network's Football Betting Show Host Brandon Lang has all the latest betting odds for March Madness.
Reading Eagle’s Rich Scarcella says he was ‘a little surprised’ about Sandy Barbour’s retirement.
Hour 2 - Penn State Wrestling Broadcaster Jeff Byers says Drew Hildebrandt is capable of beating No. 1 seeded Nick Suriano of Michigan, Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella is surprised to see Sandy Barbour retire, and Steve reacts to last night's First Four games.
Penn State Wrestling Broadcaster Jeff Byers says Drew Hildebrandt is capable of beating No. 1 seeded Nick Suriano of Michigan in a possible matchup.
Philly Inquirer’s Scott Lauber says the Phillies had always been going hard after Kyle Schwarber.
Wednesday 3/16/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Sandy Barbour did a lot of good for Penn State, and Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber says Kyle Schwarber was a big priority for the Phillies.
Hour 2 - USA Today's Neal Coolong says there's no evidence you can rely on Mitch Trubisky as a passer, Penn State Ice Hockey Broadcaster Brian Tripp on the Women's Frozen Four, and Steve doesn't understand the NYC Vaccine Policy and how its negatively affecting its sports teams.
USA Today’s Neal Coolong says there’s no evidence you can rely on Mitch Trubisky as a passer.
Tuesday 3/15/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Sixers fans should be worried after the team has lost to two good teams since acquiring James Harden, and On3Sports' Greg Pickel on questions facing the football coaching staff with spring practice starting Monday.
Steelers Radio Network’s Gerry Dulac says signing Mitch Trubisky is a ‘very good move’ and has potential to be a Ryan Tannehill-like outcome.
Hour 2 - Ken Pomeroy has a B1G team in his Final Four, and Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac says signing Mitch Trubisky is a 'very good move' and has potential to be a Ryan Tannehill-like outcome, and Steve shares a story on Jordan Bohannon's family.
Ken Pomeroy has a B1G team in his Final Four as he and Steve give you the info you need to complete your bracket.
Hour 2 - Penn State Wrestling Broadcaster Jeff Byers says Drew Hildebrandt's No. 16 seed is 'perplexing', and its our championship week picks with the king.
Penn State Wrestling Broadcaster Jeff Byers says Drew Hildebrandt's No. 16 seed is 'perplexing.'
Friday 3/11/22
Hour 1 - Recapping Penn State's big comeback over Ohio State, Steve remains unimpressed with James Harden and the Sixers, and Penn State Men's Ice Hockey Broadcaster Brian Tripp breaks down Penn State and Minnesota in the B1G Tournament.
SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says Penn State can now play with house money after getting out of the first round in the B1G Tourney.
Thursday 3/10/22
Hour 1 - Steve has the latest reaction from the B1G in Indy and the rest of Championship Week, and SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says Penn State is now playing with house money.
Fansided's National NFL Insider Matt Lombardo says don't rule out the Steelers to be in the mix for Deshaun Watson.
Hour 2 - Steve says the Eagles still need to cash in on their Carson Wentz trade stock, and Fansided's National NFL Insider Matt Lombardo says don't rule out the Steelers to be in the mix for Deshaun Watson.
NBC Sports’ Peter King says there is lots of ‘ill, off-the-record stuff’ about Carson Wentz – and the Seahawks could be another ‘ex-factor’ for Deshaun Watson.
Wednesday 3/9/22
Hour 1 - Steve remembers what happened two years ago when the B1G Tourney was cancelled, and NBC Sports' Peter King says there is lots of 'ill, off-the-record stuff' about Carson Wentz.
Hour 2 - On3Sports' David Eckert likes Penn State's chances against Minnesota tomorrow, and a replay of Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella on the state of the College Football Playoff, NIL, and more.
Tuesday 3/8/22
Hour 1 - Steve is getting ready for his trip to Indianapolis for the B1G Tournament, and we replay Beleav Podcast Network's Joe DeLeone on FCS NFL Draft prospects, and we replay USA Today's Neal Coolong, who says Mason Rudolph was extended for a reason.
Hour 2 - Steve's had enough of load management in the NBA and reacts to the Calvin Ridley suspension.
Hour 1 - Steve was 'steaming mad' about end of Penn State-Rutgers, saying the clock started to soon and no one noticed.
Hour 2 - Penn State Wrestling Broadcaster Jeff Byers didn't have a problem with Roman Bravo Young's answer about the Big Ten Championships, and its our college hoops picks with the king.
Penn State Wrestling Broadcaster Jeff Byers didn’t have a problem with Roman Bravo-Young’s answer about the Big Ten Championships.
Friday 3/4/22
Hour 1 - Steve on more officiating issues against Penn State men's hoops, and Penn State Men's Ice Hockey Broadcaster Brian Tripp previews the Big Ten Tournament in Columbus.
Hour 2 - Steve still wants to see more from James Harden and the Sixers, but KYW's Matt Leon likes what he sees so far.
Thursday 3/3/22
Hour 1 - Steve is annoyed by the reporting over Kenny Pickett's hand size, and Penn State Men's Volleyball Coach Mark Pavlik, with the team enjoying an eight-game win streak.
Hour 2 - Former Penn Stater Reginald Walker Jr. on how to handle the NFL Combine, and a replay of SteelersDepot.com's Alex Kozora, who doesn't understand the Mitch Trubisky hype - and trying to remind Matt how wrong he was about certain NFL Draft prospects in their college radio days.
USA Today’s Neal Coolong says Mason Rudolph was extended for a reason – to start for the Steelers this season.
Wednesday 3/2/22
Hour 1 - A replay of 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack, saying we could see a Memorial Day start to the MLB season, and USA Today's Neal Coolong says Mason Rudolph was extended for a reason.
Hour 2 - Steve details what rule changes he wants to see from college football and says MLB fans have gone from passionate to apathetic.
Tuesday 3/1/22
Hour 1 - Steve says MLB wanted to finish the CBA last night, and SteelersDepot.com's Alex Kozora is not on the Mitch Trubisky bandwagon.
Hour 2 - 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack thinks MLB could be looking at a Memorial Day start, and Steve Says Parts of MLB Negotiations 'Don't Have Common Sense.'
Monday 2/28/22
Hour 1 - Steve says this is not the year for MLB to cancel games, but for a different reason and former Penn State QB Matt McGloin shares what's going through the mindset of the NFL Draft process.
Former Penn State QB Matt McGloin shares what's going through the mindset of the NFL Draft process.
Hour 2 - USA Today's Bob Nightengale replay, and our college hoops picks with the king!
Friday 2/25/21
Hour 1 - Joe Deleone, FCS Football Podcast/Bleave Podcast Network, breaks down what FCS names you'll start to hear soon, and a replay of USA Today's Neal Coolong.
USA Today Baseball Writer Bob Nightengale says it’d be ‘hard to believe’ MLB and MLBPA can’t get a deal done by next week.
Hour 2 - Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says Big Ten moving to NBC is a possibility, USA Today Baseball Writer Bob Nightengale says it'd be 'hard to believe' MLB and MLBPA can't get a deal done by next week and Steve agrees Juwan Howard's players love him.
Thursday 2/24/22
Hour 1 - Steve asks how fans are actually connecting now with baseball.
Wednesday 2/23/22
Hour 1 - Steve answers listener questions about calling big moments of games and more, and Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says upcoming TV deals are a 'major moment' for the Big Ten.
ESPN’s Jon Crispin says he’s ‘not sold’ the Big Ten got the Juwan Howard punishment right.
Scranton Times-Tribune’s Donnie Collins says upcoming TV deals are a ‘major moment’ for the Big Ten.
Hour 2 - USA Today's Neal Coolong says past moves point to the Steelers not drafting a quarterback this year, and Steve shares s Tom Verducci column with some eye-opening numbers on the state of baseball.
Tuesday 2/22/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Juwan Howard's punishment was beyond what the Big Ten is normally allowed, and StateCollege.com's Ben Jones says Howard got off easy with his punishment.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says there are past moves involving Mason Rudolph that would indicate the Steelers won't draft a quarterback this year.
Hour 2 - Steve says Juwan Howard has had run-ins with broadcasters too, and NASCAR and other sports, especially college football, should lessen stoppages.
Monday 2/21/22
Hour 1 - Steve says Juwan Howard shouldn't be fired, but heavily suspended, and a record-breaking weekend for THON.
The bonus mystery guest is...Jay Paterno, promoting 50 Years of THON and much, much more.
Hour 2 - The bonus mystery guest is...Jay Paterno, promoting 50 Years of THON and much more, and its our college hoops picks with the king!
Friday 2/18/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the CFP athletic directors need to dump the unanimous rule for voting, and Lions 24/7's Mark Brennan says Jalen Pickett's play has been rare for guards in college basketball today.
Lions 24/7's Mark Brennan says Jalen Pickett's play has been rare for guards in college basketball today.
Thursday 2/17/22
In a shortened Steve Jones Show, Former Penn Stater and now Super Bowl Champion with the LA Rams, Grant Haley told Steve the Rams' offense was very prepared to go to Cooper Kupp with the game on the line.
Hour 2 – Former Nittany Lion Trace McSorley like the idea of college QB’s having transmitters in their helmets, and Steve calls the Olympics so far a ‘massive embarrassment.’
Former Nittany Lions QB Trace McSorley says it would be easier for college QB’s to have transmitters in helmets, plus what he’s learned in his NFL career.
Wednesday 2/16/22
Hour 1 - Steve had no problem with the officiating in Penn State's win, and SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says Micah Shrewsberry's philosophy is 'starting to Sink in.'
Hour 2 - USA Today's Neal Coolong says Steelers thought their last two coaching hires would good fits despite past struggles, and Detroit Free Press' Chris Solari and Steve didn't get the AJ Hoggard ejection Saturday vs Indiana.
Detroit Free Press' Chris Solari and Steve didn't understand why Michigan State's AJ Hoggard was ejected during Saturday's win vs Indiana, as the Spartans come to happy Valley tonight.
Hour 1 - Penguins Historian Bob Grove on Sidney Crosby sitting on 499 career goals, and a replay of On3Sports's Nate Bauer recapping signing day.
Hour 2 - Former Penn Stater and broadcaster Reginald Walker Jr says the holding call late in the Super Bowl shouldn't have happened, but was also the wrong call, and Steve is frustrated by the recent officiating against Penn State.
Former Penn Stater and broadcaster Reginald Walker Jr says the holding call late in the Super Bowl shouldn’t have happened,
Monday 2/1422
Hour 1 - Steve didn't like Zac Taylor's decision making, and NBC's handling of certain game situations, and KYW's Matt Leon says the Sixers should be living at the free throw line with James Harden and Joel Embiid.
Hour 2 - Replays of York Daily Record's Frank Bodani - he says Penn State's OL is in a good spot - and Ken Pomeroy on college hoops.
Friday 2/11/22
Hour 1 - Replays of former Penn Stater/broadcaster Reginald Walker Jr. on the Super Bowl, and Fan Girls Sports Network's Tracy Sandler.
Ross Tucker of the Ross Tucker Football Podcast says Bengals QB Joe Burrow is the most calm player he's ever interviewed.
Hour 2 - Brandon Lang of brandonlang.com has all you need to know on how to bet the Super Bowl and prop bets, plus its our version of prop bets and out Super Bowl picks with the king!
Thursday 2/10/22
Hour 1 - Steve likes the James Harden trade, but questions if it'll payoff for the Sixers, and Ross Tucker says Bengals QB Joe Burrow is the calmest player he's ever interviewed.
Hour 2 – Tracy Sandler tells Steve how she started Fan Girls Sports Network and what’s led to the 49ers’ recent success, and Steve says Micah Shrewsberry said something impressive post game a rookie coach rarely says.
Wednesday 2/922
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't understand how Penn State didn't get a free throw until late in the game vs Michigan, and Reginald Walker Jr wonders if Sean McVay will over-think play calling Sunday in the Super Bowl.
Hour 2 - USA Today's Neal Coolong isn't so sure Louis Riddick is the right GM candidate for the Steelers, and Broadcaster and Penn State grad Tom Hannifan breaks down the Super Bowl.
USA Today's Neal Coolong isn't so sure Louis Riddick is the right GM candidate for the Steelers.
Tuesday 2/8/22
Hour 1 - Steve previews Penn State-Michigan hoops, and KYW's Matt Leon on if Ben Simmons will be moved by Thursday's NBA trade deadline.
Hour 2 - On3Sports Nate Bauer on how Penn State fans can most likely buy jerseys for next season, York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says Penn State's OL is in a good spot, and Steve said the Pro Bowl was 'Disgusting.'
York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says Penn State is in a good spot after Hunter Nourzad announced his commitment to Happy Valley.
On3Sports.com's Nate Bauer details how Penn State fans likely will be able to buy jerseys for next season.
Monday 2/7/22
Hour 1 - Steve details Penn State men's basketball's travel issues to Wisconsin Saturday, and expect ESPN to be 'aggressive' on a future Big Ten package.
Hour 2 - Our final mystery guest of the week is former Phillies Broadcaster Chris Wheeler, and USA Today's Bob Nightengale says March 1 is the best hope for pitchers and catchers to report right now.
Our final mystery guest of the day is former Phillies broadcaster Chris Wheeler, with his perspective of the MLB negotiations and much more.
Our first mystery guest Friday was Kenny Albert of FOX/NBC/TNT, who gave his perspective of calling Olympic hockey remotely this year, his start at TNT and more.
Friday 2/4/22
Hour 1 - The King starts off the show with our first set of college hoops picks, former producer Shawn Carey checks in, plus another mystery guest...Kenny Albert of FOX/NBC/TNT
Our second mystery guest of the day is Penn State men's basketball coach Micah Shrewsberry.
Hour 2 - Our second mystery guest of the day is Penn State men's basketball coach Micah Shrewsberry, and another mystery guest you certainly don't want to miss...
Hour 1 – Steve wonders if the Stephen Ross situation will turn into the Donald Sterling situation, and our first mystery guest of the day is the voice of Bucknell, Doug Birdsong!
Hour 2 - ESPN's Jon Crispin says let Micah Shrewsberry build the program the right way and Ken Pomeroy also has the latest in college hoops.
Wednesday 2/2/22
Hour 1 - Steve says QB play determines longevity of head coaches in the NFL, and Lions 24/7 Sports' Tyler Donahue says James Franklin's recruiting success says alot about his 'conviction' getting across early to recruits through on-field adversity.
ESPN's Jon Crispin says fans need to be patient and let Micah Shrewsberry build the Penn State men's basketball program the right way.
Lions 24/7 Sports Tyler Donahue says James Franklin's recruiting success says a lot about this 'conviction' he gets across early through on-field adversity.
Tuesday’s first mystery guest is Dolphins TE Mike Gesicki! He talks what was the key to the Dolphins’ late-season hot streak.
ESPN's Tim Kirkjan was also a mystery guest Tuesday, he says starting spring training on time is unlikely.
Hour 2 - Our next mystery guest is ESPN's Tim Kirkjan! He says starting spring training on time is unlikely. And USA Today's Neal Coolong weighs how the Steelers will decide on JuJu Smith-Schuster's future.
Hour 1 - Steve says last night's win for Penn State hoops was 'a line in the sand game,' and our next mystery guest is Dolphins TE Mike Gesicki! He talks what was the key to the Dolphins' late-season hot streak.
Mystery guest No. 2 of the day is former Penn State QB Matt McGloin! He reflects on his football career and more.
Steelers TE Pat Freiermuth is today’s first mystery guest – he talks playing with Ben Roethlisberger in his last season and more.
Hour 2 - Steve was baffled by coaching decisions in the NFC Championship Game, and our first two mystery guests of the week - Steelers TE Pat Freiermuth and former Penn State QB Matt McGloin!
Monday 1/31/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Chiefs had a golden opportunity in the game to take out the Bengals, and replays of 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack and On3Sports' Ryan Snyder.
Hour 2 – Steve says college football and basketball need someone in charge, and its our picks with the king!
Friday 1/28/22
Hour 1 - Steve unloads on Iowa and its fan base, and Steve was taken aback by Shaq's comments toward Ben Simmons.
Hour 2 - 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack recalls how fans were ready to move on from Big Ben after the first five years of his career, how that actually almost happened, and how it turned around, plus Reginald Walker Jr.
93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack recalls how fans were ready to move on from Big Ben after the first five years of his career, how that actually almost happened, and how it turned around.
Thursday 1/27/22
Hour 1 - Steve's not sugar-coating last night's thumping at Indiana, and Penn State Men's Ice Hockey voice Brian Tripp says the last home win vs Wisconsin has been a huge boost for the team.
Hour 2 - On3Sports' Thomas J Frank Carr says Drew Allar's development is on the path of Josh Allen's, and Steve says we should hear about a new Minnesota game date some time this week.
Wednesday 1/26/22
Hour 1 - Steve on why David Ortiz is in over Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens, and Steve would be ok with dumping divisions in Big Ten football.
Hour 2 - USA Today's Neal Coolong says there are many layers to consider changes to the NFL's overtime rules, and On3Sports' Ryan Snyder says Penn State has made 'multiple home visits' for Cornell OL Hunter Nourzad, who's now in the transfer portal, plus Steve says he would've let Roger Clemens and Barry Bonds in the HOF after five years.
On3Sports' Ryan Snyder says Penn State has made 'multiple home visits' for Cornell OL Hunter Nourzad, who's now in the transfer portal.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says there are many layers to consider changes to the NFL's overtime rules.
Hour 1 - Steve and Matt pick their baseball HOF ballot, and StateCollege.com's Ben Jones thinks Penn State men's basketball is in a good spot with Micah Shrewsberry.
Hour 2 - Steve says the CFP has a too simplistic approach and can learn from Divisional Weekend, and some progress with MLB lockout negotiations?
Hour 1 - Steve shares a local connection behind Robbie Gould's shoes in the win at Green Bay, and KYW's Matt Leon on where things stand with Ben Simmons and the Sixers.
Penguins radio voice Josh Getzoff says the NHL not testing asymptomatic players is 'probably the way to go.'
Hour 2 - Replay of Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella, and Penguins radio voice Josh Getzoff says the NHL not testing asymptomatic players is 'probably the way to go.'
Friday 1/21/22
Hour 1 - Replays of interviews with NBC Sports Philly/CBS/Westwood One's Tom McCarthy, and USA Today's Neal Coolong.
93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack doesn't think the Steelers will be stuck in a big playoff drought to begin the post-Ben Roethlisberger era and our picks with the king...and apparently he wet the bed?!
93.7 The Fan’s Chris Mack doesn’t think the Steelers will be stuck in a big playoff drought to begin the post-Ben Roethlisberger era.
BTN's Brandon Gaudin says Penn State men's hoops is further ahead than he thought they'd be, and some hilarious stories of recording Madden NFL.
Thursday 1/20/22
Hour 1 - Steve was not a fan of how the Iowa-Rutgers game was played last night, and BTN's Brandon Gaudin says Penn State men's basketball is ahead of where he thought they'd be and he has big recruiting expectations for Penn State.
Hour 2 - Steve says bowl season did well in the ratings, and Jim Caldwell should return to the NFL coaching carousel.
Wednesday 1/19/22
Hour 1 - Steve details a stern warning from Beijing Olympics officials, and Penn State Men's Volleyball Coach Mark Pavlik on the team's No. 2 ranking and its upcoming, challenging, west coast trip.
Hour 2 - USA Today's Neal Coolong says Matt Canada needs more talent to work with, former Penn Stater and broadcaster Tom Hannifan talks his new gig with Impact Wrestling and more, and Steve says the NHL is trying to use common sense by not testing asymptomatic players.
Tuesday 1/18/22
Hour 1 - Steve said he was concerned Wednesday's Penn State-Minnesota men's hoops game would be postponed, and On3Sports' Nate Bauer is actually 'a little surprised' Noah Cain left Penn State.
On3Sports' Nate Bauer was actually a little surprised Noah Cain left Penn State for LSU.
NBCSports Philly/CBS/WestwoodOne’s Tom McCarthy shares his experience filling in for Jim Nantz last week, revealing Nantz had actually tested positive for COVID at the time.
Hour 2 - NBCSports Philly/CBS/WestwoodOne's Tom McCarthy shares his experenice filling in for Jim Nantz (who tested positive for COVID) last week, Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella thinks players should be paid to play bowl games, and Steve breaks down the recently released Penn State football roster.
When asked about what changes to the system he’d make in college football, Reading Eagle’s Rich Scarcella thinks players should be paid to play bowl games.
Monday 1/17/22
Hour 1 - Steve goes OFF on things he's saw and has heard from Wild Card Weekend, and York Daily Record's Frank Bodani with the latest on the Penn State football offseason.
Steelers Radio Network’s Gerry Dulac expects JuJu Smith-Schuster to play Sunday night, despite question marks from the Steelers.
Hour 2 - Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac expects JuJu Smith-Schuster to play Sunday night, and its our Super Wild Card Weekend picks with the King!
The Voice of the Eagles, Merrill Reese, goes to bat for Jalen Hurts about his arm and throwing abilities.
Friday 1/14/22
Hour 1 - Steve weighs the Eagles chances to beat the Bucs, and the Voice of the Eagles, Merrill Reese, goes to bat for Jalen Hurts.
Hour 2 - On3Sports' Nate Bauer says opening the year with a Big Ten road game in football is 'unfair' trend, and Steve gets deep into how analytics helps in a game.
On3Sports' Nate Bauer says opening the year with a Big Ten road game in football is an 'unfair' trend.
Thursday 1/13/22
Hour 1 - Steve gives his game plan for the Eagles Sunday, and Penn State Lady Lions Analyst Joe Putnam on the team's return from its COVID pause.
Hour 2 - Steve's basketball broadcast partner Dick Jerardi says Penn State is 'now a factor' in the Big Ten, Reginald Walker Jr. recaps the National Championship and is toughest rehab after Jameson William's injury, and Steve reacts to Noah Cain heading to the transfer portal.
Steve’s basketball broadcast partner Dick Jerardi says Penn State is ‘now a factor’ in the Big Ten, exceeding expectations in its recent stretch.
Wednesday 1/12/22
Hour 1 - Steve says the Big Ten did a great job with the 2022 football schedule revision, and Lions 24/7's Tyler Donahue says the next 10-14 days of the transfer portal is 'massive' for Penn State.
Lions 24/7's Tyler Donahue says the next 10-14 days of the transfer portal is massive for Penn State football.
Hour 2 - Steve gives a reason why there's changes to the 2022 Big Ten football schedule, FOX Sports' Tim Brando says college football leaders are stuck in tradition, and USA Today's Neal Coolong shares his hilarious reaction to the end of Chargers-Raiders.
Tuesday 1/11/22
Hour 1 - KYW's Matt Leon previews Eagles-Bucs Wild Card Weekend, and Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins on Penn State football and the latest issues expanding the College Football Playoff.
SEC on CBS’ Brad Nessler says Georgia ‘got too cute’ in its defensive game plan in the SEC Championship Game vs Alabama.
Hour 1 - Steve is totally baffled by the Chargers timeout in overtime, and SEC on CBS' Brad Nessler says Georgia's defensive game plan in the SEC was 'too cute.'
Hour 2 - Fox Sports Montana's Zach Kaplan previews the FCS football championship game between Montana St and North Dakota St, and its our picks with the King.
Friday 1/7/21
Hour 1 - Steve says the Big Ten needs to be better getting Penn State men's hoops more Saturday home games, and Brian Tripp previews a big weekend for Penn State Men's Ice Hockey.
Hour 2 - Steve says the College Football Playoff is missing having competitive games until its expanded.
Thursday 1/6/21
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State's win last night is bigger than you think, and Penn State Men's Volleyball Coach Mark Pavlik on the team's start and its big matchup with BYU.
Hour 2 - Fight On State's Mark Brennan says Brandon Smith, Rasheed Walker and others are missing or missed out on opportunities with Penn State, and Steve is asked lots of Penn State football roster questions.
Wednesday 1/5/21
Hour 1 - Steve thinks lots of NFL teams will get players on COVID lists now so they don't have to test during the playoffs, and Reginald Walker Jr says players will still opt out of the CFP, even if its expanded.
Fight On State's Mark Brennan says Brandon Smith, Rasheed Walker and others are missing or missed out on opportunities with Penn State
Hour 2 - USA Today's Neal Coolong questions the Browns' effort Monday night vs the Steelers, and Steve is thrilled to see both Sean Clifford and PJ Mustipher are returning.
The Hall of Famer Ray Didinger is really amazed at the Nick Sirriani's turnaround, but still isn't buying into the Eagles defense.
Tuesday 1/4/21
Hour 1 - Steve says Big Ben is a big reason the Steelers never had a losing season in his tenure, and the Hall of Famer Ray Didinger is really amazed at the Nick Sirriani's turnaround, but still isn't buying into the Eagles defense.
SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich says Penn State’s offense still has a lot of questions this offseason
Hour 2 - SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says Penn State's offense still has a lot of questions this offseason, and Steve says the Eagles playoff berth is a benefit of taking advantage of the system.
The voice of the Steelers, Bill Hillgrove says there have been plenty of signs this is Big Ben's last season.
Monday 1/3/21
Hour 1 - Steve says ESPN revisits game storylines too often and they should focus more on the game, and the voice of the Steelers, Bill Hillgrove says there have been plenty of signs this is Big Ben's last season.
Hour 2 - Chuck Barrett, Announcer for Arkansas Razor Back Radio Network and Jack Hamm, Penn State Football.
Thursday 12/30/21
Hour 1 - Guests: Cory Giger of DKSports Pittsburgh and Tony Knopp of TicketManager.
Hour 2 - Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella and York Daily Record's Frank Bodani also weigh in with final thoughts on Saturday's Outback Bowl.
Friday 12/31/21
Hour 1 - Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins and On3Sports' Nate Bauer offer their final takes on the Outback Bowl.
Hour 2 - USA Today's Neal Coolong on what's next for the Steelers after the blowout loss to Chiefs and Big Ben's possible last home game in Pittsburgh, and a replay of Eagles Radio Network Host Glen Macnow.
Wednesday 12/29/21
Hour 1 - Remembering John Madden, plus a replay of Brian Tripp on the retirement of Russ Rose, and former Penn Stater and current broadcaster Reginald Walker Jr.
Hour 2 - Steve discusses the NFL and ESPN mandate for their workers to have their COVID booster shots by Jan 24th to cover games. Steve also gives his thoughts on games that have been cancelled due to COVID outbreaks.
Glen Macnow, Eagle's Radio to discuss the upcoming Eagles games, how Jalen Hurts benefits the team, does Fletcher Cox still have value and have the Eagles been the team making "the good plays" this season?
Tuesday 12/28/21
Hour 1 - Guest: Glen Macnow, Eagle's Radio and Steve discusses recent news with Penn State Basketball and more.
Hour 2 - Steve details Penn State and Arkansas' plans for this week's Outback Bowl, and a update on Penn State men's basketball's COVID situation.
Monday 12/27/21
Hour 1 - Steve says reasons for bowl cancellations need to be reported better, and Steve reacts to the latest in the NFL playoff races.
Hour 2 - Guests: Donnie Collins, Scranton Times-Tribune and What To Watch For with The King!
Thursday 12/23/21
Hour 1 - Guests Brian Tripp, Penn State Ice Hockey Announcer and Reginald Walker, former Penn Stater and Broadcaster, discuss Russ Rose's retirement.
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Hour 2 - USA Today's Neal Coolong says the NFL's latest changes to COVID protocols 'make no sense at all,' and Steve says this is the first time in a while there's been a question if games will be played as scheduled because of the current COVID situation.
USA Today's Neal Coolong didn't hold back when asked about the NFL's latest set of COVID protocols.
Tuesday 12/21/21
Hour 1 -Steve was ok with the NFL postponing Week 15 games, and On3Sports' Nate Bauer says the college academic calendar makes changing the early signing period complicated.
On3Sports’ Nate Bauer says the college academic calendar makes changing the early signing period complicated.
Steve talks about the Penn State Football roster and their schedule for the Outback Bowl.
Hour 2 - Replays of On3Sports' Ryan Snyder and USA Today's Neal Coolong on the Steelers.
Friday 12/17/21
Hour 1 - Replays of NBC Sports Philly's Dave Zangaro and On3Sports' Nate Bauer.
Thursday 12/16/21
Hour 1 -Steve says he has no time for someone like Urban Meyer, and Reginald Walker Jr is a little concerned about Penn State's QB room after 2022.
Reginald Walker Jr is a little concerned about Penn State's QB room after 2022 with two big names signed.
Hour 2 - Steve says Stephen Curry is the most entertaining player ever in the NBA, Sporting News' Bill Bender says its a maybe for the recruiting date to change, and hear from James Franklin's signing day press conference.
Wednesday 12/15/21
Hour 1 -Steve shares an emotional moment when Donald Driver's son, Cristian, signed with Penn State and a full review of the Class of 2022.
Hour 2 - On3Sports.com's Ryan Snyder says you can't argue this isn't the second best recruiting class under James Franklin and York Daily Record's Frank Bodani says the Manny Diaz hire is something schools like Alabama and Ohio State would do, and Steve says Jimmy Garoppolo is under appreciated.
York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani says the Manny Diaz hire is something schools like Alabama and Ohio State would do.
On3Sports.com’s Ryan Snyder says you can’t argue this isn’t the second best recruiting class under James Franklin.
USA Today’s Neal Coolong says the Titans, this week’s Steelers opponent, are the NFL’s most highly regressing team and has no faith in them.
Tuesday 12/14/21
Hour 1 -Steve says the NFC playoff picture is 'embarassing' and USA Today's Neal Coolong has no faith in the Ttians as they take on the Steelers this week.
Hour 2 - NBC Sports Philly's Dave Zangaro is starting to wonder if the Eagles can rely on Miles Sanders, On3Sports.com's Nate Bauer says Sean Clifford's return for a sixth season has so many benefits and didn't really understand some of the negative fan reaction, and Steve says you have to be 'that good' to have a rookie season like Micah Parsons is having.
NBC Sports Philly's Dave Zangaro is starting to wonder if the Eagles can rely on Miles Sanders.
On3Sports.com's Nate Bauer says Sean Clifford's return for a sixth season has so many benefits and didn't really understand some of the negative fan reaction.
Monday 12/13/21
Hour 1 -Steve says Manny Diaz's name was brought up a lot behind the scenes as a Brent Pry replacement, including from Pry himself, and the last 10 days have set up a bright future for Penn State football.
Hour 1 - Replays of Philly Inquirer Flyers Beat Writer Sam Carchidi and 24/7 Sports/FightOnState's Mark Brennan.
Hour 2 - Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says he's surprised Anthony Poindexter stayed at Penn State, but its vital for the team, plus its our picks with the king.
Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says he's surprised Anthony Poindexter stayed at Penn State, but its vital for the team.
Thursday 12/9/21
Hour 1 -Steve says Mark Emmert 'needs to go away,' and the Detroit Free Press' Chris Solari previews Michigan State and Penn State hoops.
On3Sports' Mark Brennan says the amount of Penn State assistant coaches that have gone on to head coaching positions elsewhere is a credit to James Franklin.
Penn State women's basketball coach Carolyn Kieger joins Steve to recap the team's 4-5 start to the season.
Wednesday 12/8/21
Hour 1 - Steve gives a brief Penn State football transfer portal update, and replays of KYW's Matt Leon and Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac.
Hour 2 - Ticket Manager's Tony Knapp says Olympic sponsors will quietly distance themselves from the Beijing Games, and USA Today's Neal Coolong credits TJ Watt's play in each of the Steelers' six wins, including Sunday.
Ticket Manager's Tony Knapp says Olympic sponsors will quietly distance themselves from the Beijing Games.
The Philly Inquirer's Sam Carchidi says Flyers fans want the team to fully rebuild and the team should embrace it.
Tuesday 12/7/21
Hour 1 -Steve says the Patriots all-run game plan worked perfectly playing in the lead and the Bills offensive game plan didn't make sense, and Philly Inquirer's Sam Carchidi says Flyers fans want the team to fully rebuild and the team should embrace it.
Steelers Radio Network’s Gerry Dulac says Adam Schefter’s Big Ben report was a stretch, but its still unlikely Big Ben returns next year.
Hour 2 - Steve says the only key to beating Alabama is scoring 40 or more points, and Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac says Adam Schefter's Big Ben report was a stretch, but its unlikely Big Ben returns next year.
Monday 12/6/21
Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State won't start prepping for Arkansas right away, and SI.com's Mark Wogenrich says there were several factors that went in Penn State's favor to land the Outback Bowl bid.
Hour 2 - Our picks with the king -including a story about Steve PA announcing, and Former Penn Stater and broadcaster Reginald Walker Jr. gave some ideas for possible replacements for Brent Pry.
Hour 1 - Steve is surprised the Bucs didn't cut Antonio Brown after lying about vaccine status, and Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says the Las Vegas Bowl is the likely favorite for Penn State.
Former Penn Stater and broadcaster Reginald Walker Jr. gave some ideas for possible replacements for Brent Pry.
Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says the Las Vegas Bowl is the likely favorite for Penn State.
Hour 2 - NBC Sports Philly's Reuben Frank says there's value to sitting Jalen Reagor for a week, SEC on CBS' Brad Nessler says there's more pressure for Alabama this week in the SEC Championship game, and Steve appreciate's Brent Pry's Penn State shout outs during his introductory press conference.
SEC on CBS’ Brad Nessler says there’s more pressure for Alabama this week in the SEC Championship game.
NBC Sports Philly's Reuben Frank says there's value to sitting Jalen Reagor for a week, similar to the Nelson Agholor situation.
Thursday 12/2/21
Hour 1 -Steve says both sides of the MLB lockout are 'tone deaf,' and The Washington Post's Chelsea Janes on the ramifications of it.
Hour 2 - Penn State Football Sideline Reporter Brian Tripp says there were 'recognizable' amount of snowballs thrown at Penn State's bench during the Michigan State game, and Steve agrees with a caller on inequities within the PIAA.
Wednesday 12/1/21
Hour 1 -Steve reiterates a time Brian Kelly kept practicing after the death of a team videographer, and State College High School football coach Matt Lintal joins Steve, as the team gears up for its PIAA semi-final against Mount Lebanon.
Penn State football Sideline Reporter Brian Tripp indicated there were some snowballs thrown at Penn State's bench during the game at Michigan State last week.
Hour 2 - KYW's Matt Leon says the Eagles have suffered many setbacks after Sunday's loss at the Giants, USA Today's Neal Coolong thinks there's no way Big Ben signed and took a pay cut to be benched this season, and Steve says Notre Dame definitely should be left out of the College Football Playoff now.
USA Today's Neal Coolong thinks Big Ben won't be benched if the team continues to struggle this season.
CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd says the hypocrisy in the coaching profession is 'stunning,' and if Notre Dame can get in the CFP without a head coach.
Tuesday 11/30/21
Hour 1 -Steve on what's next after Brent Pry leaves for Virginia Tech, and CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd says the hypocrisy in the coaching profession is 'stunning.'
Hour 2 - Steve agrees with caller Notre Dame shouldn't be in the CFP, and why Jimbo Fisher hasn't been much better than his predecessor at Texas A&M.
Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says James Franklin's track record lately would indicate a change to the offensive coaching staff is coming.
Monday 11/29/21
Hour 1 - Steve was very surprised about Lincoln Riley to USC, and Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says don't be surprised to see James Franklin make a change on the offensive coaching staff.
Steve's football and broadcast partners join him in a monster hour 2 - Jack Ham says he expected to see more from the tight ends earlier this season, and Dick Jerardi thinks Jalen Pickett is starting to play to his standard.
Friday 11/26/21
Hour 1 - Detroit Free Press' Chris Solari says the Mel Tucker extension has everything to do with the Michigan State 'powers that be' still connected to Nick Saban, plus a replay of Donnie Collins, Scranton Times-Tribune.
ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg says he heard James Franklin’s contract extension was in the works the last few weeks and rebuilding at USC or LSU wasn’t appealing to him
Hour 2 - ESPN's Adam Rittenberg says he heard James Franklin's contract extension was in the works the last few weeks and rebuilding at USC or LSU wasn't appealing to him, and its our picks with the king
Wednesday 11/24/21
Hour 1 -Steve says Hines Ward will have to wait to get into Hall of Fame, and On3Sports/Blue-White Illustrated's Nate Bauer says there's 'work to do' improving the Penn State football program to help James Franklin.
On3Sports/Blue-White Illustrated's Nate Bauer says there's 'work to do' improving the Penn State football program to help James Franklin.
Steve goes over the details of the new contract for Penn State Football coach James Franklin.
The details of James Franklin’s new 10-year contract and Mark Wogenrich, Sports Illustrated, Penn State and James Franklin’s future together.
Recapping the Steelers Sunday Night Football loss with Neil Coolong, USA Today’s Steelers Wire.
Friday 11/19/21
Hour 1 - Steve questions what college football is doing with scheduling, especially the big rivalries.
Hour 2 - Blue-White Illustrated's Thomas J Frank Carr says Sean Clifford should go to the NFL after this year, Steve does find the Mel Tucker contract interesting in general, and NBC Sports Philly's Michael Barkann had a good feeling about Jalen Hurts from the beginning.
NBC Sports Philly's Michael Barkann had a good feeling about Jalen Hurts from the beginning.
Blue-White Illustrated's Thomas J Frank Carr says Sean Clifford should go to the NFL after this year.
Thursday 11/18/21
Hour 1 - Steve drops a very interesting hint about James Franklin, and former Rutgers QB Mike McMahon joins the show.
Hour 2 – Ross Tucker doesn’t understand why Cincinnati continues to be outside the College Football Playoff, Steve is surprised Steve Sarkisian may be fired at Texas, and Penn State Men’s Soccer Coach Jeff Cook joins the show.
Fresh off the Big Ten Championship win, Big Ten Coach of the Year and Penn State Men's Soccer Coach Jeff Cook recaps the year so far with Steve.
Wednesday 11/17/21
Hour 1 - Steve says talks between Penn State and Sean Clifford have started on his future, and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mack says the pending sale of the Penguins is a good thing.
Hour 2 - Former Penn Stater Matt McGloin says its frustrating to see Sean Clifford 'not himself,' and USA Today's Neal Coolong doesn't think Big Ben will play this Sunday either.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says there's a very good chance Ben Roethlisberger won't play again this week due to COVID protocols, adding to a long list of key players out for Sunday Night Football at the Chargers.
Former Penn State Quarterback Matt McGloin shared similar frustrations about a once-promising Penn State football season.
Tuesday 11/16/21
Hour 1 - Steve says watch for December as a key time for current college football coaching openings to be filled, and The Athletic's Rob Biertempfel says there's still plenty of animosity between the MLB and its players.
The Athletic's Pirates Beat Writer Rob Biertempfel says both the MLB and the players union are still far apart on a new CBA, as possible work stoppage looms.
Reading Eagle’s Rich Scarcella says Penn State lacked ‘precision’ from the top down vs. Michigan.
Steelers Radio Network’s Gerry Dulac says TJ Watt won’t need surgery and Big Ben hopes to return this week from COVID.
Hour 2 - Steelers Radio Network's Gerry Dulac says TJ Watt won't need surgery and Big Ben hopes to return this week from COVID, Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says Penn State lacked 'precision' from the top down vs. Michigan, and Steve says Odell Beckham Jr hasn't been a big time player for years now.
Monday 11/15/21
Hour 1 - Steve says fundamentals killed Penn State in the Michigan loss, and Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini on what his senior class means in a tough season.
Scott Walker, GM of the State College Spikes joins Steve to discuss the return of baseball season! What is on the agenda for the Spikes? How has Coaches vs. Cancer impacted cancer research?
Brian Tripp, Penn State Ice Hockey Commentator joins Steve to discuss Penn State's next game, up-and-coming players and more!
Broadcaster Reginald Walker joins Steve to discuss Penn State's victory from last week and tomorrow's game against Michigan.
Tom Hannifan of the Paydirt podcast joins Steve to discuss Penn State Football and reveals his thoughts on a 12 team playoff season.
Hour 2 - Guests: Tom Hannifan of the Paydirt podcast discusses Penn State's comeback win from last week's game and potential 12 team bracket for playoffs and Tom doesn't like it. Then broadcaster Reginald Walker comes on to discuss tomorrow's Penn State game against Michigan.
Friday 11/12/21
Hour 1 - Guests: Scott Walker, GM of the State College Spikes Baseball team and Brian Tripps, Penn State Ice Hockey Play-by-Play commentator.
Hour 2 - Steve details the latest in CFP expansion talks as 12 teams are now being discussed, and its our picks with the king.
Thursday 11/11/21
Hour 1 - Steve says super seniors returning from the pandemic have caused closer games between power schools and opponents, and its our high school football round table previewing the District 2 Class 4A Championship Game between Selinsgrove and Jersey Shore.
NBC Sports Philly's John Clark says the Sixers are sending a message to Ben Simmons - 'We Don't Need You.'
Hour 2 - On3Sports/Blue-White Illustrated's Nate Bauer says temper your expectations for Penn State men's basketball, NBC Sports Philly's John Clark says the Sixers are sending a message to Ben Simmons - 'We Don't Need You,' and Steve says Odell Beckham Jr doesn't add anything to any team anymore.
On3Sports/Blue-White Illustrated's Nate Bauer says temper your expectations for Penn State men's basketball, despite some exciting additions.
Wednesday 11/10/21
Hour 1 - Steve questions why FCS and Divisions II and III can have 24-team playoffs, but CFP only has four, and the CFP committee is highly hypocritical when it says it cares about the academic schedule.
Hour 2 - USA Today's Neal Coolong says taunting was the right call on Cassius Marsh and his postgame comments were out of line, and Steve says he didn't expect the amount of dead money paid to fired coaches this year in college football.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says taunting was the right call on Cassius Marsh and his postgame comments were out of line.
Tuesday 11/921
Hour 1 - Steve says Tony Corrente should know better after last night's taunting call, and why Cincy still won't get in the CFP this week despite everyone struggling with opponents they should beat.
Hour 2 - Steve says the Eagles D has more personnel issues than coaching, Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini says there's 'no next man up' anymore for the team, and On3Sports/Blue-White Illustrated's Greg Pickel says Daequan Hardy has been an unsung hero for Penn State's red zone defense.
On3Sports/Blue-White Illustrated's Greg Pickel says Daequan Hardy has been an unsung hero for Penn State's red zone defense.
Monday 11/8/21
Hour 1 - Steve says no can stop Jahan Dotson because he's that good, and KYW Newsradio's Matt Leon can definitely see Eagles Defensive Coordinator Jonathan Gannon not returning next season.
KYW's Matt Leon says he can definitely see a change at defensive coordinator for the Eagles next season.
Hour 2: Replays - On3Sports/Blue-White Illustrated’s Ryan Snyder says Penn State should want James Franklin here for a long time because of recruiting and the soon-to-be CFP expansion, and USA Today’s Neal Coolong says the Steelers ‘have a pretty good shot at things’ if they can take care of business against the Bears and Lions.
Hour 1: Replays - DKSports Pittsburgh’s Cory Giger agrees with Ohio State’s Steele Chambers targeting ejection, and Blue-White Illustrated’s Nate Bauer says Penn State’s November success depends on its offense.
Hour 2 - Dick Jerardi says now disgraced trainer Bob Bafford is still upset with Medina Spirit's positive test, should Notre Dame be ever allowed in the CFP, and its our picks with the king.
Philadelphia Inquirer’s Dick Jerardi says now disgraced trainer Bob Bafford is still upset with how things went down with Medina Spirit.
Hour 1 – Steve wants to see the CFP go to 12 right away, and its our high school football round table.
Hour 2 - ESPN Senior College Football Writer Heather Dinich was mildly surprised Cicny was left out of the top four, and Steve says there's a bigger reason why the College Football Playoff needs to be expanded to 12 teams.
ESPN Senior College Football Writer Heather Dinich was mildly surprised Cincy was left out of the top four and Oregon made it in.
Hour 1 - Steve is okay with Cincinnati out of the CFP, but has a problem with Alabama in it, and Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says its still been a good season for Penn State.
Scranton Times-Tribune's Donnie Collins says its still been a good year for Penn State, despite some tough losses.
On3Sports/Blue-White Illustrated’s Ryan Snyder says Penn State needs James Franklin here for a long time because of team constantly toward the top of recruiting, and with the CFP expansion looming.
Hour 2 - On3Sports/Blue-White Illustrated's Ryan Snyder says Penn State should want James Franklin here for a long time because of recruiting and the soon-to-be CFP expansion, and Steve doesn't understand the managing of pitchers in the MLB postseason.
Tuesday 11/2/21
Hour 1 - Steve doesn't understand OBJ's Dad's post, and USA Today's Neal Coolong says the Steelers 'have a pretty good shot at things' if they can take care of business against the Bears and Lions.
USA Today's Neal Coolong says the Steelers 'have a pretty good shot at things' if they can take care of business against the Bears and Lions.
Hour 2 – DKSports Pittsburgh’s Cory Giger agrees with Ohio State’s Steele Chambers targeting ejection, and Steve is incense with the current six-day window for deciding kickoff times in college football.
DKSports Pittsburgh’s Cory Giger agrees with Ohio State’s Steele Chambers targeting ejection.
Blue-White Illustrated's Nate Bauer says Penn State's November success depends on its offense.
Monday 11/1/21
Hour 1 - Steve details a nightmare ride home for Penn State after the Ohio State loss, and Blue-White Illustrated's Nate Bauer says Penn State's November success depends on its offense.
BTN's Dave Revsine says the new OT format is 'not football' and doesn't think the NCAA accomplished what they wanted with the format, and Reginald Walker wants to see more creativity from the Penn State running game.
SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich wonders what it would’ve looked like with a different quarterback, and USA Today’s Neal Coolong says Carson Palmer should’ve ‘read the room’ before answering the USC coaching search question.
Reading Eagle’s Rich Scarcella actually thinks there’s some favorable matchups for Penn State at Ohio State this week.
Reading Eagle’s Rich Scarcella actually thinks there’s some favorable matchups for Penn State at Ohio State this week, and its our picks with the king.
Thursday 10/28/21
Hour 1 - Steve breaks down the Penn State wrestling schedule, and its the regular season finale of our high school football round table.
Eagles Radio’s Glen Macnow says winning is ‘close to impossible’ for the Eagles right now.
Hour 2 – Eagles Radio’s Glen Macnow says winning is ‘close to impossible’ for the Eagles right now, Washington Post Baseball Writer Chelsea Janes says its a ‘scary time’ for MLB, and the Cleveland Indians facing lawsuit over new Guardians name.
Wednesday 10/27/21 Hour 1 – Steve says don’t worry about Sean Clifford, and USA Today’s Bob Nightengale says MLB and its players can’t afford a work stoppage.
The Washington Post’s Chelsea Janes says a possible lockout is definitely looming over baseball right now.
Hour 2 – USA Today’s Neal Coolong says Carson Palmer should’ve ‘read the room’ before answering the USC coaching search question, and Steve also is not crazy about the new OT format for college football.
USA Today’s Neal Coolong says Carson Palmer should’ve ‘read the room’ before answering the USC coaching search question.
Tuesday 10/26/21 Hour 1 – Steve says James Franklin’s actions are still speaking louder than words like Mike Tomlin’s in the midst of more questions about his future.
BTN’s Dave Revsine says the new OT format is ‘not football’ and doesn’t think the NCAA accomplished what they wanted with the format.
Hour 2 – BTN’s Dave Revsine says the new OT format is ‘not football’ and doesn’t think the NCAA accomplished what they wanted with the format, and Steve still isn’t buying the latest James Franklin rumors – this time from Carson Palmer on The Dan Patrick Show.
SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich wonders what it would’ve looked like with a different quarterback.
Monday 10/25/21 Hour 1 – Steve doesn’t really know what to say after Saturday’s historic loss, and SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich wonders what it would’ve looked like with a different quarterback.
ESPN’s Bob Wischusen, who’ll call Penn State-Illinois for ABC, expects the Nittany Lions to take care of business, with or without Sean Clifford.
Hour 2 – ESPN’s Bob Wischusen, who’ll be on the call for Penn State-Illinois on ABC, expects Penn State to take care of business, and its our picks with the king, who tries to get Steve to answer the million dollar question…who’s the quarterback?!
Friday 10/22/21 Hour 1 – Steve is not crazy about Cincinnati being No. 2 in the poll, and Steve thinks Christmas might be a good time for a Ben Simmons trade.
NBC Sports Philly Flyers Broadcaster Jim Jackson likes what he’s seeing from the Flyers ‘FAB’ line of Joel Farabee, Cam Atkinson, and Derick Brassard.
Hour 2 – Penn State Football Sideline Reporter/Hockey Play-By-Play Broadcaster Brian Tripp is looking to see how Penn State responds after the bye week and has an update on hockey, NBC Sports Philly Flyers Broadcaster Jim Jackson likes what he’s seeing from the Flyers ‘FAB’ line, and Steve wonders if there’s something else going on with Ben Simmons mentally.
Penn State Football Sideline Reporter/Hockey Play-By-Play Broadcaster Brian Tripp is looking to see how Penn State responds after the bye week and has an update on hockey.
Thursday 10/21/21 Hour 1 – Steve has had it with how long games are taking, especially with replay, and its our high school football round table.
Hour 2 – York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani says the Penn State running game suddenly has a lot of question marks, but its crucial for it to get right now, and Steve says James Franklin’s name is one that sticks with big school coaching vacancies.
York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani says the Penn State running game suddenly has a lot of question marks, but its crucial for it to get right now.
New Sixers TV Announcer Kate Scott opens up about her path to the job, the Sixers and still focused despite the Ben Simmons saga, and more.
Wednesday 10/20/21 Hour 1 – Steve isn’t worried about the Penn State QB situation with or without Sean Clifford, and new Sixers TV Announcer Kate Scott opens up about her path to the job, the Sixers and still focused despite the Ben Simmons saga, and more.
Hour 2 – USA Today’s Neal Coolong says TJ Watt is still not having a great season overall, and Steve is annoyed by networks over saturating replays and camera angles on big name NFL players during games.
USA Today’s Neal Coolong still isn’t impressed with TJ Watt’s overall play this season, despite some big splash plays.
Tuesday 10/19/21 Hour 1 – Steve wasn’t a fan of Illinois football coach Bret Bielema’s comments, and says he needs to own some responsibility too.
Baseball America’s JJ Cooper says the MLB housing agreement for minor leaguers gives players more time to pursuit their dream.
Hour 2 – 93.7 The Fan’s Chris Mack says Big Ben’s communication issues with receivers this season is ‘strange,’ Baseball America’s JJ Cooper says the MLB housing agreement for minor leaguers gives players more time to pursuit their dream, and Steve checks in on the status of Washington State football coach Nick Rolovich.
USA Today’s Neal Coolong says we’ll find out JuJu Smith-Schuster’s worth to the Steelers in the coming weeks.
Hour 2 – Steve says the NFL needs to look at ‘enabler’s from the Jon Gruden situation, and USA Today’s Neal Coolong says we’ll find out JuJu Smith-Schuster’s worth to the Steelers in the coming weeks.
Tuesday 10/12/21 Hour 1 – Steve says Jon Gruden’s emails are disgusting and they speak for themselves, and Gary Bettman has had a good run as NHL commissioner lately.
Hour 2 – Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini says his team has been in a position where freshman have inherited starting roles instead of earning them, and Steve says the umpires got the call right in the Top of the 13th in Game 3 at Fenway Park.
SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich says Saturday’s loss is a 14-point victory ‘if it continued on that course.’
Monday 10/11/21 Hour 1 – Steve dispels some assumptions from fans on Taquan Roberson’s performance,and SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich, he says Saturday’s loss is a 14-point victory if it continued on that course.
Hour 2 – Guest: StateCollege.com’s Ben Jones isn’t sure if Penn State is the fourth best team in the country, but Saturday will prove it; and its our picks with the king!
StateCollege.com’s Ben Jones says he’s not sure if Penn State is the fourth best team in the county, but we’ll find out Saturday at Iowa.
Thursday 10/07/21 Hour 1 – Steve isn’t surprised to see some of the names involved in the NBA benefit scheme, and its our high school football round table.
Hour 2 – Blue-White Illustrated’s Nate Bauer says Jordan Stout is the MVP of the season, and the run defense plays a part in the secondary’s success; and more on Urban Meyer and a revealing report from NFL Network’s Michael Silver.
Blue-White Illustrated’s Nate Bauer says Jordan Stout is the MVP of the season, and the run defense plays a part in the secondary’s success
Wednesday 10/06/21 Hour 1 – Steve had heavy criticism for Giancarlo Stanton not running hard after his two near-homers that no one’s really talking about, and Urban Meyer’s biggest mistake was not flying back with the Jags after a tough loss.
Hour 2 – Guests: Sweeny Murti, Yankees’ Journalist joins Steve to discuss the Yankee’s interesting season. Are the Yankees a good team or a great team? Neal Coolong from Steelers Wire is back to discuss their current line-up, Ben Roethlisber’s injuries and where do the Steelers go from here?
Tuesday 10/05/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve previews the Dodgers vs Cardinals game tomorrow; why the Dodgers may not pick up the win, Steve reacts to JD Martinez’s injury. and more thoughts about the Dodgers’ line-up. Steve on Amy Golaszewski returning, “you always want to work with people who can make you better.”
Hour 2 – Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini on Saturday’s first win validating all the work of the team, and more. Plus, Steve shares some notable nuggets on what’s made Iowa’s defense successful so far.
York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani says he’s confident Mike Yurcich will be prepared to work around Noah Cain’s availability issues.
Monday 10/04/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve still doesn’t agree with the illegal formation call and he doesn’t care Penn State is behind Iowa in the AP poll. Guest: York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani, he’s confident Mike Yurcich will be prepared to work around Noah Cain’s availablity issues, the defense’s growth has been much more than expected and its a unit that embraces adversity, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Blue-White Illustrated’s Ryan Snyder, he says the white out has given Penn State a lot of momentum in recruiting already, Penn State is already attacking a lack-of-depth 2024 class very well, and more; plus its our picks with the king.
Hour 2 – Guest: Blue-White Illustrated’s Ryan Snyder, he says the white out has given Penn State a lot of momentum in recruiting already, Penn State is already attacking a lack-of-depth 2024 class very well, and more; plus its our picks with the king.
Friday 10/01/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says the word ‘revenge’ hasn’t come up once at practice this week, Steve goes through other current young NFL QBs and how good he thought they’d be during their college days, and has his eyes on some other college football games this week.
Hour 2 – Guests: Reading Eagle’s Rich Scarcella, he says Penn State’s offense took a step back last week vs Villanova, especially the run game, Indiana has been a tough matchup lately, and more; USA Today’s Neal Coolong, he thinks Big Ben forgot what down it was on the 4th and 10 debacle, assessment of the team at a 1-2 start, and more.
USA Today’s Neal Coolong thinks Ben Roethlisberger forgot what down it was on the botched 4th and 1o play in fourth quarter.
Reading Eagle’s Rich Scarcella says the offense, especially the run game, took a step backwards last week in the win vs. Villanova.
Thursday 9/30/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve reveals why Penn State didn’t recruit LeSean McCoy, and more on why Steve says Jalen Hurts is who he is by now. Plus, its this week’s edition of our high school football roundtable.
Steelers Radio Network/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Gerry Dulac says there were several issues with the 4th and 10 play call – especially because that was the call out of a timeout.
NBC Sports Philly’s Dave Zangaro says Miles Sanders’ two carries is unacceptable and Eagles have to actually run the ball more.
Hour 2 – Guests: NBC Sports Philly’s Dave Zangaro, he says Miles Sanders’ two carries is unacceptable and Eagles have to actually run the ball more, you saw some troubling things from Jalen Hurts, and more; Steelers Radio Network/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Gerry Dulac, on the US’ dominating win in the Ryder Cup, there were several issues with the 4th and 10 play call, and more.
Wednesday 9/29/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve doesn’t understand the book on the Patriots, and Sean Clifford is a semifinalist for Campbell Award.
NBC Sports’ Peter King says don’t expect universal love for Tom Brady’s return to New England Sunday night – some reactions from fans my surprise you – and his column on his dad’s influence on his career.
Hour 2 – Guest: NBC Sports’ Peter King, Topics: Steve says Tom Brady’s daily chip on his shoulder is always demanding to be coached hard, not revenge, and Steve is again not buying into the ‘revenge’ factor of the Indiana game.
Blue-White Illustrated’s Greg Pickel says James Franklin had a message from last week and the team’s picked up on it, plus John Lovett’s future role in the offense, and more.
Tuesday 9/28/21 Hour 1 – Topics:Steve is joining the party questioning why Miles Sanders only had two carries last night, Guest: Blue-White Illustrated’s Greg Pickel, he says James Franklin had a message from last week and the team’s picked up on it, John Lovett’s future role in the offense, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve says the K’Vaughan Pope incident only reiterates we’re watching a ‘me’ era, Red Sox were robbed last night, and an update on Villanova’s Tyler Will.
Monday 9/27/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Saturday was a win with teachable moments, and Steve blames Big Ben for the 4th and 10 throw late in the game, and has growing concerns creating hostility in college football, especially toward players with NIL deals.
Blue-White Illustrated’s Nate Bauer says tomorrow’s matchup with a good FCS team, Villanova, will be a big maturity test for Penn State.
Hour 2 – Guest: Blue-White Illustrated’s Nate Bauer, he says tommorrow’s game with Villanova will be a big maturity test, Mike Yurcich is doing a great job exploiting opponent weaknesses and more; plus its our picks with the king.
The Scranton Times-Tribune’s Donnie Collins says Jahan Dotson is definitely not getting enough national attention, and should really be in the Heisman conversation.
Friday 9/24/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve lets Matt rant on the NFL’s decision to put a wild card game on a Monday night, plus high school football getting underway tonight. Guest: Scranton-Times Tribune’s Donnie Collins, he says Jahan Dotson isn’t getting enough national recognition, the Villanova matchup and more.
The Hall of Famer, Ray Didinger, says former Penn State and current Cowboys LB Micah Parsons could play a key role vs the Eagles Monday Night, spaying Jalen Hurts.
Hour 2 – Topics: Phillies still alive and a check on MLB races. Guest:The Hall of Famer Ray Didinger, he thinks Micah Parsons could play a big role in Monday night’s matchup with the Eagles, Jalen Hurts has it, and more.
Thursday 9/23/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve again isn’t worried about more reports of James Franklin and USC, and its our high school football round table.
Wednesday 9/22/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve reiterated his strong disbelieve in revenge and trap games, and another monetary gift for Northwestern football.
Hour 2 – Guest: USA Today’s Neal Coolong – he says the Steelers’ offense is in trouble and has some mind-blowing stats to prove it. Topics: More college football transfer issues, Rutgers paintball incident, and an early look at Villanova.
USA Today’s Neal Coolong doesn’t have a positive outlook on the Steelers’ offense, and has some mind-blowing stats to prove it.
Tuesday 9/21/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Where the Eagles and Steelers stand after two weeks. Guest: KYW’s Matt Leon, on the Eagles frustrating loss to the 49ers, Bryce Harper’s hot streak, Ben Simmons future and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Bucknell Football Coach Dave Cecchini, he says the team needs to settle on a quarterback, had high praise for running back Danny Meuser, and more. Topics: Steve says the down debacle by the refs was ‘bizzaro world’ from his viewpoint in the booth.
SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich says Saturday night’s game vs Auburn was the best performance from Sean Clifford of his career.
Monday 9/20/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Saturday night’s game lived up to the hype, and also has high praise for Jahan Dotson. Guest: SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich, he says Saturday night was Sean Clifford’s best game of his career, Saturday’s White Out exceeded his expectations, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve thinks Matt is nuts to be thinking big picture in the NFC East already, and its our picks with the King, and yes, Steve will be doing other things on Game day.
Friday 9/17/21 Hour 1 – Topics:The awe of the White Out, State College is buzzing already, Purdue drum saga, and Steve says Darius Slayton’s catch isn’t as bad as people are making it out to be.
Hour 2 – Guests: ESPN College Game Day Host Rece Davis, with behind-the-scenes insights into the show and his preparation, and why this is game is bigger than people think for Penn State; Former Penn Stater and NFL player Devon Still, on his golf tournament he’s hosting next week at Penn State, it took a village to battle Leah’s cancer, and more.
Thursday 9/16/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Orioles grounds crew thrown out, some questions about Penn State-Auburn and why James Franklin won’t come out and deny USC speculation. Plus, its our high school football round table.
Hour 2 – Guest: Eagles and Yankees Spanish Broadcaster Rickie Ricardo, detailing his experience coming to the rescue of Yankees Radio Broadcaster John Sterling, the head-scratching Yankees, Jalen Hurts start, and more. Topics: The Yankees struggles, and why Aroldis Chapman has struggled lately.
Wednesday 9/15/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Guest: Former Auburn/NFL QB and now broadcaster Jason Campbell, he says he doesn’t know how to evaluate the Tigers either from its first two cupcake games, Penn State is a pivotal test and communication is a concern, especially among their young receivers, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: New Penn State football Sideline Reporter Brian Tripp, he says from his view on the sideline, there’s something unique about the team and it maybe the start of something special; USA Today’s Neal Coolong, on the Steelers’ big win, TJ Watt dominated despite stamina issues from a lack of training camp, and more.
Tuesday 9/14/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says James Franklin’s name mentioned as a possible USC coaching candidate is a compliment to him and the job he’s done, and where Urban Meyer stands in all this.
Hour 2 – Guest: Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini, on the challenges of the first two weeks of the season facing lots of senior-experienced teams, returning home this Saturday, and more. Topics: Ohio State run defense hasn’t been as good as expected so far, and other college football reaction.
Monday 9/13/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Penn State got better from week 1 to week 2, Guest: LNP’s Mike Gross, he says the first two drives of the Ball State win standout the most, Sean Clifford still has work to do, but making progress, Jesse Luketa’s play, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Blue-White Illustrated’s Nate Bauer, he says it was key to see Sean Clifford show maturity right away, something needs to be addressed with targeting, and more; and its our first full set of picks with the king.
Friday 9/10/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve likes how Dak Prescott looked last night, and more light on financial trouble with Rutgers. Guest: Former Nittany Lion and now broadcaster Reginald Walker, on Penn State’s win and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: The Voice of the Steelers, Bill Hillgrove, on the passing of Tunch Ilkin, he thinks the Steelers will be much better than people think, TJ Watt is Mr. Turnover, and more. Topics: Steve has an EPIC RANT on the College Football Playoff’s schedule!
Thursday 9/9/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Micah Parsons, Jamar Chase and others will set the precedent for players who opt out early. Plus, its week 3 of High School Football Roundtable.
Hour 2 – Topics: Penn State football releases a cool video welcoming fans back to Beaver Stadium. Steve also didn’t agree with the Ellis Brooks targeting call, he was baffled by players’ behavior during the U.S. Open in tennis, and the impact of likely Big 12 expansion.
Wednesday 9/8/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve doesn’t believe in trap games, and the Big Ten men’s basketball schedule is revealed.
Hour 2 – Guests: The Voice of the Eagles, Merrill Reese, he’s concerned about Jalen Hurts lack of preseason, saying joint practices aren’t games, he doesn’t know at all what to expect from Nick Sirrani because of his different style training camp, how he hasn’t met a new player in two years, and much more; USA Today’s Neal Coolong – he says TJ Watt would not be smart to not play because of his looming contract situation.
Hour 2 – Guests: Altoona Mirror’s Neil Rudel – he says Penn State has a lot to prove this season, and Scranton Times-Tribune’s Donnie Collins – he says the big message in the locker room this week is start fast. Both writers also have full previews for Saturday’s game at Wisconsin.
Friday 9/3/21 Hour 1 – Replays of Steve’s interviews with the York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani, and Penn State alum and current broadcaster Reginald Walker.
Hour 2 – Topics: What to look for in Penn State-Wisconsin and its our picks with the king.
Thursday 9/2/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Opening of college football, some Penn State football position rotations, and its our high school football round table, previewing week 2.
Hour 2 – Topics: The latest issue with the Mets and other looks around MLB, Asante Samuel’s comments on Bill Belichick, NBA vaccine issues, and Wisconsin freshmen dismissed from team won’t affect Penn State game.
Wednesday 9/1/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Vaccine issues in the NFL, more on no Penn State football depth chart, and Joe Haden not getting a new contract with the Steelers. Guest: Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey Play-By-Play man Brian Tripp, on having fans at Pegula again, some uniqueness in the schedule, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, he says TJ Watt should be signing his new contract extension soon, Dwayne Haskins’ future, and more. Plus, a replay of Steve’s interview with the now retired Penguins broadcaster, Mike Lange.
Tuesday 8/31/21 Hour 1 – Replays of interviews with USWNT Goal Keeper and Penn State alum Alyssa Naeher, and ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit.
Hour 2 – Guest: Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini, he says his team is faster than last year, but less experienced, how the team’s handled fall camp coming off the spring season, and more. Topics: Steve says new Wisconsin starting running back Chez Mellusi may not be as good as advertised, and why Penn State is not releasing public depth charts this season and isn’t a big deal.
Monday 8/30/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Early thoughts on Penn State-Wisconsin, Penn State’s captains named, and Steve says Javy Baez needs to realize how valuable fans are.
Hour 2 – It’s a Best Of The Steve Jones Show, replaying interviews from the now retired TV voice of the 76ers, Marc Zumoff, and Villanova men’s basketball coach, Basketball Hall of Famer and Bucknell grad, Jay Wright.
Friday 8/27/21 Hour 1 – It’s a Best Of The Steve Jones Show, replaying interviews from USA Today’ Baseball Writer Bob Nightengale reflecting on the life of Hank Aaron, and formerly of ESPN, Mike Golic Sr., as he traveled to Cleveland to announce the Eagles’ second round pick in this year’s NFL Draft.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve says sports is losing its ‘playground mentality’ and is sometimes too structured today, and our first set of picks for the year with the king!
Thursday 8/26/21 Hour 1 – Topics: The Pac-12 reveal they are NOT looking to expand, as Steve expected, and more thoughts about the Alliance. Plus Shaun Wade to the Ravens, NFL COVID Issues, and its our first installment of our high school football roundtable.
Hour 2 – Guests: ESPN South Jersey’s John McMullen, he hasn’t agreed much with Jalen Hurts playing time, the Eagles could be better than expected if they stay healthy up front, and more;York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani, with his thoughts on the Alliance, the Penn State-Wisconsin loser’s season won’t necessarily be broken, and more.
Wednesday 8/25/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve agrees there really isn’t much trust in college football and the alliance, and why college football really hasn’t changed since the 60s and 70s. Guest: BTN’s Dave Revsine, he says we don’t know who’s in charge of the alliance, plus his views on Penn State football and the Big Ten following his training camp visits.
Hour 2 – Guest: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, he says Pat Freiermuth looked he belonged in his two-touchdown performance Saturday, what to look for in this week’s preseason game in Carolina, and more. Topics: Steve has a message after sharing Tom Coughlin’s story revealing his wife’s ‘gut-wrenching’ diagnosis, and more frustrations over the alliance announcement.
Tuesday 8/24/21 Hour 1 – Steve is frustrated by many things from today’s Alliance press conference, including one thing Penn State football can ill afford to lose.
Hour 2 – Topics: Miguel Cabrera’s 500th career home run, Steve is worried about the future of emotions in the stands at pro sporting events after Saturday’s fight at Heinz Field, and he also can’t explain the San Francisco Giants’ success.
Monday 08-23-21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve doesn’t think the Big 10 needs to be a part of the new Alliance with the ACC and Pac-12, and the conference needs to stop making panic decisions. Guest: Reginald Walker, Penn State Alum, Charlotte 49ers and Gardner Webb Analyst, with his thoughts on the Big Ten this year, Penn State, and more.
Hour 2 – What 2 Watch 4 with the King! Topics: Steve can’t even with the Philadelphia teams right now, his disappointment in both Phillies & the Eagles is immeasurable after their games last night and the call of the day from the Diamondbacks.
Hour 1 – Topics: Big weekend for Penn State before classes begin, Steve has high praise for players and what to expect from the team. Discussing a new alliance with the Big 10, ACC, and Pac 12 and why the Big 10 needs the alliance the least. What this alliance could mean for college football. Update on Scott Frosts’ NCAA violations and other NCAA investigations.
Hour 2 – Guests: Eagles Radio’s Glen Macnow – he says Jalen Hurts is further along than he thought he would be by now, Andre Dillard on the trading block, Miles Sanders drop issues and more; Gerry Dulac, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/Steelers Radio Network.
Thursday 08-19-21 Hour 1 – Topics: Devonta Smith expected to make his NFL debut tonight vs. Patriots – Steve wants to see how he embraces getting hit again coming off the knee injury. Guest: Penn State Men’s Basketball Coach Micah Shrewsberry, and Co-Executive Director of Coaches vs Cancer Golf Tournament and State College Spikes GM Scott Walker, on the upcoming tournament, the offseason, a successful first season for the Spikes in the MLB Draft Leagueand more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Newly Retired Penguins’ Broadcaster Mike Lange; why he is retiring after an unforgettable 46 year career, how he got his famous phrases, and you don’t want to miss the end of the interview. Topics:The perception of Jalen Hurts’ progress, Penn State football ending fall camp, and more.
Wednesday 08/18/21 Hour 1 – Topics: NCAA investigating Nebraska and Scott Frost for alleged activities last year that violated Nebraska’s pandemic rules and Steve thinks the situation is shady. Tigers broadcaster’s offensive accent, the Phillies’ inconsistent win/loss record, Yankees run, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, he says the time is now for a Minkah Fitzpatrick extension, the team got a steal in trading for Joe Schobert, and more. Topics: Steve doesn’t understand the perception of some MLB players on the field.
Hour 1 – Topics: Tim Tebow released and Steve says he got multiple chances just like any other first round pick, Jamal Adams extension, and Steve agrees with some of an ESPN article on what would be good changes to MLB, and doesn’t understand others.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve continues to analyze The Athletic’s Best NFL Quarterbacks. Steve and Matt try to rationalize Ben Roethlisberger’s and other rankings in the article.
Hour 1 – Topics: Thoughts on Penn State being ranked 19th in the AP Top 25 pre-season poll and other team rankings, Steve reads The Athletic’s article on best NFL Quarterbacks and why he thinks the article is fascinating.
Hour 2 – Guest: Ben Bousma, FOX Sports and ESPN Statistician/Producer, on his career path, working games during the pandemic, and more; plus its What 2 Watch 4 with the King.
Hour 1 – Topics: Steelers-Eagles observations, Field of Dreams game was great for baseball, and why farm systems matter for MLB teams.
Hour 2 – Stacked hour with two interviews! Guests: Reuben Frank, NBC Sports Philly talking about the Eagles & and an insightful talk with Matt McGloin, former Penn State QB and sideline reporter.
Hour 1 – Guest: Chris Mack, Pittsburgh Sports Show Host of 93.7 The Fan. Topics: Tonight’s Field of Dreams Game.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve doesn’t like the NFL preseason as much, why high school football shouldn’t be ‘made for TV’ nationally, and Steve and Matt’s favorite sports movies.
Wednesday 8/11/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says TJ Watt better be playing Week 1 instead of ‘holding in’ for his contract situation, and why preseason football isn’t the same.
Hour 2 – Guests: ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit – he expects a bounce back year from Penn State, and we need to remember what college football is about in the midst of lots of change, plus he promotes his new book; Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong – he says there’s a reson Kevin Dotson’s not with the 1s, TJ Watt’s contract situation, and more.
Tuesday 8/10/21 Hour 1 – Guest: USWNT Goal Keeper and Penn State Alum Alyssa Naeher, on having a familiar face in Penn State coach Erica Dambach with her in Tokyo, her injury and future playing for the USWNT in 2024, what she learned from Hope Solo and previous USWNT keepers, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve shares a story how Joe Paterno met Roy Halladay while Penn State worked out in Clearwater, Bobby Bowden dies, and Steve didn’t like how the ‘Dinger’ issue with the Rockies was handled by the media. Guest: Mark Wogenrich of SI.com, on Jesse Luketa moving to DE, players seem ‘free’ after last year’s COVID-dominated season, Sean Clifford ‘not shying away’ from expectations, and more.
Hour 1 – Topics: Steve discusses the Olympic’s ratings woes, the problem with the Olympic games compared to regular sport events, Saturday’s media day and what to expect from Penn State’s offense, and Pens broadcaster Mike Lange retires.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve wonders how teams in the new SEC will deal with losing more games than maybe they’re used to, and its What 2 Watch 4 with the King.
Friday 8/6/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve’s frustrated David Taylor gold medal as time expired should be creating more headlines. Guest: Gregg Murphy, Phillies Radio Network/Glove Stories with Murph Podcast – on the podcast, the Phillies-Mets series, and how the team really believe the division is there for the taking.
Hour 2 – Guest: SteelersDepot.com’s Alex Kozora – he says Najee Harris and Pat Friermuth have been as advertised so far, Dwayne Haskins as made a ‘crack’ at making the No. 2 QB spot a competition, and Lamonte Wade is having a good camp. Topics: Steve wonders if NIL is making young people skip parts of their life just to make money.
Hour 1 – What to look for in the Hall of Fame game, David Taylor & Joe Kovac win Olympic Gold, and most valuable sport franchises in the world. Guest: Joe Putnam, state college Spikes broadcaster on the latest happening at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park and more.
Steve interviews Doug Birdsong at the Purdy Golf Tournament discussing Bucknell Football. Also more from the Purdy Tournament as it celebrates it’s 30th Anniversary!
Hour 1 – Steve is live at the Greater Susquehanna Valley YMCA Purdy Golf Tournament with live coverage including the first whole in one made at the Purdy Turney, also talking about problems with the Big 12, Ohio State and the FCC could be losing money.
Hour 2 – Guests: Replays of College Football Insider Phil Steele, with a complete preview of the upcoming season – including Penn State as his most improve team. Plus, Bucknell’s Rayven Sample, who will compete in the Paralympic Games in Tokyo in the 400 in Track and Field.
Tuesday 8/3/21 Hour 1 – Guests: NBC Sports Philly’s Dave Zangaro replay, as the Eagles begin training camp; Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, on the upcoming Hall of Fame weekend with a heavy Steelers influence, three things he’s watching for in Thursday’s Hall of Fame Game, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: USWNT loses, what’s next for them, and what to expect from Penn State football media day.
Monday 8/2/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve is beyond frustrated with NBC making it hard to view certain parts of the Olympics, and why the NBA Draft proved Steve’s point the Big Ten wasn’t as good as last year.
Hour 2 – Guest: Fox Sports Tim Brando, he says the SEC is being progressive and what’s happened with Texas and Oklahoma is good for college football, and its What 2 Watch 4 with the King.
Friday 7/30/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Texas and OU officially accept SEC invite and we follow all the latest MLB Trade deadline buzz.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve on the Big 12/ESPN fight, and the Big Ten needs to still have a relationship with ESPN going forward.
Thursday 7/29/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Big 12 and ESPN’s fight. Guest: The Athletic’s Rob Biertempfel, on what’s next for the Pirates, the MLB negotiations and more.
7/28/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Simone Biles’ mental struggles could be just a matter of bad timing in her game, how social media is probably playing a role, and the challenge of having to wake up and be perfect everyday.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve says mega conferences may cause scheduling headaches. Guest: NBC Sports Philly’s Dave Zangaro, he says Jalen Reagor’s struggles last year were mental, the left tackle competition in Eagles Training Camp is not just for this season, and more.
Tuesday 7/27/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve understands why Simone Biles pulled out of team competition, and Texas and OU formally request SEC invitation. Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, on the latest on Steelers camp, what to look for in the early part of camp, mental health resources for players, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve assesses what the big Ten should do after today’s news Texas and Oklahoma are officially leaving the Big 12, and two schools the conference could target.
Monday 7/26/21 Hour 1 – Guests: Stadium College Football Insider Brett McMurphy – he says Texas and Oklahoma could be in the SEC by 2022, and the Big Ten should work with the PAC 12 on scheduling instead of trying to add teams now; KYW’s Matt Leon, on the start of Eagles camp, fascinations into the Sixers’ draft this week, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: More on NFL coaches leaving due to refusing to take the COVID vaccine, what will happen with all the college football expansion drama, and its What 2 Watch 4 with the King.
Hour 2 – Guest: Penn State Men’s Volleyball Coach Mark Pavlik, on three former players on Team USA for the Tokyo Olympics and more. Topics: Steve is frustrated no one asked about the upcoming end to the current TV Deal.
Thursday 7/22/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says the Big Ten shouldn’t expand just to expand. Guest: SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich, he says ‘why not’ for the Big Ten to talk to Texas and Oklahoma to come to the conference, Penn State knows internally this season rides on Sean Clifford, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Scranton Times-Tribune’s Donnie Collins, on what questions he wants answered at Big Ten Media Days, another preseason outlook on Penn State football and more. Topics: Steve explains how a potential move to the SEC for Texas and OU would work.
Wednesday 7/21/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says it still takes time for players like Giannis to win an NBA title, and Florida State coach Bobby Bowden has a terminal illness. Guest: Steelers.com’s Missi Matthews, with three of her top story lines for the start of training camp, the sky’s the limit for Pat Freiermuth, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: USA Today/Steelers Wire’s Neal Coolong, he says the creativity is endless with Melvin Ingram, why he waited until now to sign, the start of training camp, and more. Topics: NBA Finals ratings still down big, Peyton and Eli Manning’s new MNF broadcast, and more.
Tuesday 7/20/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says politics are involved with the Rose Bowl-CFP stalemate, and the ACC’s hands are tied for a while in TV money, and no one can leave the conference.
Hour 2 – Guest: Blue-White Illustrated’s Nate Bauer, on Penn State football using the transfer portal, a look at fall camp, and more. Topics: Seattle Kraken getting ready for draft, and Steve says Carey Price should be their first pick.
Monday 7/19/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve is frustrated by continued bad fan behavior after the latest incident at Yankee Stadium. Guest: Brian Tripp, Penn State Baseball/Hockey Play-By-Play Broadcaster, on the four Nittany Lions drafted in the MLB Draft, the upcoming draft for the Seattle Kracken, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: State College Spikes Broadcaster Joe Putnam, on the Spikes players drafted or signed by MLB teams, and what’s coming up at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park the rest of the season. Plus, its What 2 Watch 4 with the King!
Friday 7/16/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Yanks-Red Sox playing tonight after Yanks COVID issue, Steve says NBA got what was needed for the Finals, but the league is forgetting its obligation to its fans.
Hour 2 – Topics: Players who do and don’t have good baseball IQ, Guest: Pittsburgh Post Gazette’s Gerry Dulac, on the good starts from Jordan Speith and Louis Oosthuizen at The Open, and Bryson DeChambeau is simply making excuses.
Thursday 7/15/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve still doesn’t see the Suns and Bucks as great teams, but Game 4 as a fun game, and the NBA is still in trouble in the ratings department.
Hour 2 – Guest: Former ESPN College Football Insider Phil Steele, he says Penn State is his No. 1 most improved team, Alabama has two threats this year, and more. Topics: Trev Alberts named new Nebraska AD and Urban Meyer and the Jags subpoenaed in Iowa suit.
Wednesday 7/14/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says it’s been a really good week for MLB and why it shows the NBA is in trouble. Guest: Rayven Sample, Bucknell Track and Field and now a Paralympic, on his journey, and remembering his grandmother when he qualified.
Hour 2 – Guest: TicketManger’s Tony Knopp, competitive imbalances forming in European soccer and maybe even in college football, and more. Topics: Steve says its actually hard to compare Shohei Ohtani to Babe Ruth, even though we haven’t seen a player like that since then.
Tuesday 7/13/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Some State College Spikes and Penn State baseball players drafted, and what’s wrong with Team USA basketball after its 0-2 start in exhibition play, along with Greg Popovich’s exchange with a reporter.
Hour 2 – Guest: NBC/FOX Sports’ Kenny Albert, recapping the Stanley Cup Final, restrictions he dealt with during the series, the sad ending of NHL on NBC, starting at TNT, and his dad’s retirement. Topics: A big improvement in NBA Finals ratings.
Monday 7/12/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State’s Lonnie White Jr. faces decision after being drafted by Pirates and Shohei Ohtani starting for the AL on the mound in Tuesday’s All-Star Game.
Hour 2 – Guests: StateCollege.com’s Ben Jones, with his view on NIL so far, Penn State football’s successful recruiting season, what men’s basketball can do with the transfer portal, and more; NittanySportsNow’s Cory Giger, he explains a recent Altoona Mirror story how MLB is strong arming minor league teams to upgrade their facilities, and minor league baseball teams are ‘living in fear.’
Friday 7/9/21 Hour 1 – Guests: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong replay, who was a little dumbfounded by Devin Bush’s tweet, plus his health status for training camp and more; Blue-White Illustrated’s Greg Pickel replay, on Penn State’s potential to bring in another big fish in recruiting, how recruits are in wait and see mode in the beginning of NIL, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Now retired 76ers TV announcer Marc Zumoff, he says he wanted to step away still having the ability to do the job, his mind was made up about 2 years ago, Alaa Abdelnaby’s blank reaction, and more; and its What 2 Watch 4 with the King!
Thursday 7/8/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve isn’t not worried about the state of emergency in Japan for the Olympics, and says a CFP expansion will only be one more game total played than in a normal year.
Hour 2 – Topics: More COVID concerns in Tokyo. Guest: Blue-White Illustrated’s Greg Pickel on Penn State’s potential to bring in another big fish in recruiting, how recruits are in wait and see mode in the beginning of NIL, and more.
Wednesday 7/7/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State lands Governor Mifflin running back, is Jacob DeGrom a hall of famer, Steve says ESPN/ABC didn’t address Giannis’ injury enough, and Aaron Rodgers side-stepping more questions about his future, during The Match.
Hour 2 – Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, who was a little dumbfounded by Devin Bush’s tweet, plus his health status for training camp and more. Topics: We then learn Rachel Nichols’ ‘The Jump’ is cancelled for today, Game 1 of the NBA Finals, and is this series appealing to fans?
Tuesday 7/06/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State back to recruiting visits, busy day in college hoops and Big Ten, Gerrit Cole/Chapman struggles, the beginning of NIL, and Rachel Nichols pulled from NBA Finals Sideline.
Hour 2 – It’s a Best Of The Steve Jones Show, reliving Super Bowl week, replaying interviews with Mount Carmel native and Chiefs GM Brett Veach, and Author/NBC Sports Philly’s Ray Didinger, on his new memoir.
Hour 2 – It’s a Best Of The Steve Jones Show, reliving the 2021 NFL Draft, replaying interviews with former Penn State and now Steelers TE Pat Freiermuth and the voice of the Steelers, Bill Hillgrove.
Thursday 7/1/21 Hour 1 – It’s a Best Of The Steve Jones Show, reliving the 2021 NFL Draft, replaying interviews with the voice of the Eagles, Merrill Reese, and NBC Sports Philly’s Reuben Frank.
Hour 2 – It’s a Best Of The Steve Jones Show, replaying interviews with former Penn State/Miami Dolphins Tight End Mike Gesicki on this year’s THON event, and Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini, recapping one of the more successful years for the program.
Wednesday 6/30/21 Hour 1 – It’s a Best Of The Steve Jones Show, replaying interviews with new Penn State Men’s Basketball Coach Micah Shrewsberry’s first interview with Steve, and Little League President and CEO Steve Keener on this year’s World Series plans in South Williamsport.
Hour 2 – It’s a Best Of The Steve Jones Show, replaying interviews with Phillies PA Announcer Dan Baker, and Gregg Murphy, now host of ‘Glove Stories with Murph’ with SBC Media Partners.
Tuesday 6/29/21 Hour 1 – It’s a Best Of The Steve Jones Show, replaying interviews with Ticket Manager’s Tony Knopp and ESPN’s Tim Kurkjian.
Hour 2 – It’s a Best of the Steve Jones Show, featuring replays of CBS Sports’ Adam Zucker and Brad Nessler from March Madness.
Monday 6/28/21 Hour 1 – It’s a Best of the Steve Jones Show, featuring replays of NFL Network’s Kim Jones, and Fox Sports Tim Brando.
Hour 2 – Guest: “SteelersDepot.com’s Alex Kozora, on the surprise David DeCastro release, more questions on the Steelers offensive line, no training camp in Latrobe again, and more; plus its What 2 Watch 4 with the king.
Friday 6/25/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve breaks down the PA proposed budget that includes NIL and if all the news in college sports this week has affected the average fan.
Hour 2 – Guest: York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani, reacting to a busy week in college athletics and how it relates to Penn State. Topics: Steelers release David DeCastro and Steve doesn’t understand why the NFL said no to the team having training camp in Latrobe.
Thursday 6/24/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve doesn’t get how MLB has been operating lately. Guest: Philadelphia Inquirer’s Scott Lauber, he says for MLB its ‘fix the ball, fix the problem,’ why the Phillies had only 10 pitchers available yesterday and the bullpen’s latest woes, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: CBS Sports’ Dennis Dodd, he says the NCAA hasn’t had a plan on NIL because its ‘incompetent,’ how Mark Emmert told mixed messages to AD’s and senators, and much more; 93.7 The Fan’s Chris Mack, on the frustrating Pirates, does Ben Cherington have a reputation, and more.
Wednesday 6/23/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says what happened with Max Scherzer and Joe Girardi resulted in poor management by MLB. Guest: State College Spikes Broadcaster Joe Putnam, on what he’s seen from the Spikes and the new MLB Draft League so far, fan’s response, last night’s controversial call, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: USA Today/Steelers Wire’s Neal Coolong,on Carl Nassib’s announcement, how Mike Tomlin might handle the new-look preseason, and more. Topics: Turmoil within Wisconsin basketball’s locker room.
Tuesday 6/22/21 Hour 1 – Topics: CFP committee ok’s summer study period on playoff expansion and how TV partners will factor into talks, and Steve says Carl Nassib opened up the door for other athletes coming out as gay.
Hour 2 – Guests: KYW’s Matt Leon, on the Sixers Game 7 loss, Ben Simmons’ regression, and more; NBC Sports Philly’s John Clark, he says its unacceptable for Ben Simmons to decline in all parts of offensive game and he’s not listening to coaches, and more.
Monday 6/21/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says its embarrassing the NCAA still has no answer to compensation issues. Plus, what the Bills may need to do after their stadium lease expires in 2023 – Steve says Penn State should make Beaver Stadium available.
Hour 2 – Topics: More on the next step taken to expand the CFB Playoff, and its What 2 Watch 4 with the king.
Friday 6/18/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Yankees second triple play and we’re seeing more bad base running because of the loss of instincts in the game, Japan lifting some COVID restrictions, big Penn State hoops recruiting weekend, and the next step in expanding the CFB Playoff.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve doesn’t understand and takes issue with Lebron’s latest comments on all the injuries in the NBA currently. Guest: Pittsburgh Post Gazette/Steelers Radio Network’s Gerry Dulac, he says he’s been always against green books, US Open preview, Matt Canada’s first presser, and more.
Thursday 6/17/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Ben Simmons free throw shooting woes are a definite problem, but still likes him as a player. Guest: Marc Zumoff, Sixers TV Voice on NBC Sports Philly, he had some honest opinions on Ben Simmons’ shooting issues, an honest conversation with Joel Embiid, and more.
Wednesday 6/16/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve doesn’t understand why the NCAA is now concerned about anti-trust laws, Chris Paul in COVID protocol, and Steve says MLB needs to create more ‘space.’
Tuesday, Hour 2 – Steve talks with Neal Coolong about the Steelers, NCAA working on image and likeness and college football playoffs, Penn State roster
Hour 2 – Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, he says Mason Ruduloph comments sounded rehearsed, what happens post Big Ben, and more. Topics: NHL playoffs, Jim Fassel.
Tuesday 6/8/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve reacts to the Yahoo Sports report of the College Football Playoff looking to expand to 12 teams, the latest on Aaron Rodgers, and more. Guest: TicketManager’s Tony Knopp, he says significant spending is coming for live sports, why the Tokoyo Olympics will happen and they’ll get political, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: State College Spikes Broadcaster Joe Putnam, on what’s happened so far this season, upcoming promotional nights, and more. Topics: Steve says Penn State has a plan ready once NIL is approved in PA.
Monday 6/7/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says the Yankees are an oddly constructed team, and Sixers lose game 1 to the Hawks. Guest: NBC Sports Philly Sixers Color Analyst Alaa Abdelnaby, on his time playing for Coach K, he thinks things change for the Sixers in this series, Matisse Thybulle, Ben Simmons, Joel Embidd, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve explains what causal fans look for when it comes to the major sports leagues, and its What 2 Watch 4 with the King.
Friday 6/4/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says the rest of the NBA postseason will be the toughest yet for Adam Silver.
Hour 2 – Guest: Philadelphia Inquirer’s/Steve’s broadcast partner Dick Jerardi, he says Bob Baffert’s suspension is a classic overreaction, plus Belmont preview, Coach K retirement, and more. Topics: Tunch Ilkin from Steelers Radio Network retires as he battles ALS.
Hour 2 – Guest: Fox Sports’ Tim Brando, he says the pandemic and ‘mismanagement’ of college basketball played a role in Coach K’s retirement, but he may not be done and go to the NBA, and Steve shares similar concerns.
Wednesday 6/2/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says bubbles/pandemic toll starting to show with Coach K/Celtics decisions, Joel Embiid injury, and Coach K retires. Guest: Blue-White Illustrated’s Nate Bauer, he says Penn State had to make the decision to return to full capacity, where the football team stands heading into the summer, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, on the Steelers benefiting from a higher salary cap, NFL may not expand now into Europe, and more. Plus, Steve gives more info on the new mobile ticketing policy for Penn State athletics.
Tuesday 6/1/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Beaver Stadium and Penn State returning to full capacity, MLB facing lawsuit over pulling All-Star game from Atlanta, and Sixers/Joel Embiid injury.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve is stunned by the Pirates/Javier Baez play, and the king is back with What 2 Watch 4.
Friday 5/28/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says it feels phony Jets coach Robert Saleh got a police escort to the Knicks game. Steve also explains the recently announced Beaver Stadium project study.
Hour 2 – Guest: NFL Hall of Fame Ray Didinger, on his new memoir, Finished Business: My Fifty Years of Headlines, Heroes, and Heartaches, filled with heartfelt stories you don’t want to miss about the Phillies 1980 World Series Win, Eagles Super Bowl Win, Tommy McDonald, and more.
Thursday 5/27/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says a new senate bill allowing athletes to be employees only will help football and men’s basketball players and will leave other athletes to dry, and the Sixers and Knicks fan incidents.
Hour 2 – Guests: Penguins Historian Bob Grove, he says it hasn’t been the greatest series for Sidney Crosby and other stars, Tristan Jarry’s lackluster series, and more; NBC Sports Philly’s John Clark, he says Ben Simmons not shooting is odd, but he fits the system, Joel Embiid not getting calls in Game 1 was odd, Doc Rivers influence, and more.
Wednesday 5/26/21 Hour 1 – Topics: What needs to happen for the Pens in Game 6, Sixers in a good spot in Wizards series, and why people hate Tim Tebow.
Tuesday 5/25/21 Hour 1 – Steve says Aaron Rodgers is talking about people, Steve respects Cam Heyward defending Ben Roethlisberger
Hour 2 – Guests: Williamsport Crosscutters’ VP of Marketing and PR Gabe Sinicropi, on the team’s home opener Tuesday night, what to expect at the ballpark, and more; Pittsburgh Post Gazette’s Gerry Dulac, he says Phil Mickelson’s win Sunday could be a top 3 moment in golf history, Phil’s growing his mental focus, and more.
Monday 5/24/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says the Julio Jones appearance on FS1 is irrelevant, Greg Anthony’s comments on the MSG crowd capacity, and bad officiating in the Sixers game Sunday.
Hour 2 – Guest: York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani, he says the NCAA needs a uniform policy on NIL soon, NIL is long-over due, and more. Plus, its What 2 Watch 4 with the king!
Friday 5/21/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Tim Tebow jersey sales skyrocket fast, and a report he’s here to stay. Gust: State College Spikes Broadcaster Joe Putnam, on the team’s season opener coming up, the new MLB Draft League, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve says baseball can’t last much longer with all the no-hitters lately, and the latest NIL proposals.
Thursday 5/20/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve is not a fan of all the no-hitters, Warriors-Lakers reaction, and can Urban Meyer succeed in Jacksonville.
Wednesday 5/19/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve didn’t think the Pacers, Hornets outcome was that big of a deal, Guest: Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic on recapping the Pirates’ season so far and expectations going forward
Hour 2 – Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, on his takeaways from Steelers Rookie Camp, Pat Friermuth’s upcoming career, he disagrees with Peter King saying the Steelers not playing week 1 at home isn’t a big deal, and more. Topics: Stanford no long making cuts to 11 sports, including wrestling.
Tuesday 5/18/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve’s not surprised Penn State-Auburn will be on ABC, Guest: Villanova men’s basketball coach and Bucknell alum Jay Wright, newly elected into the Basketball Hall of Fame – he says getting the call was emotional, Bucknell meant everything, and much more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve says boycotting the Beijing Olympics only hurts the athletes, and Joe Girardi was right to call out Jean Segura.
Monday 5/17/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Preakness recap, Eagles sign Ryan Kerrigan, and more NIL issues for the NCAA with no anti-trust protection, and how Barry Rosen turned to baseball to help in his Iran hostage story.
Topics: Japan Olympics, a young chess champion. Guest: Joe Putnam of the State College Spikes talks about the upcoming minor league season.
Hour 2 – Guest: Philadelphia Inquirer’s/Steve’s broadcast partner Dick Jerardi, he says what happened with Medina Spirit was a ‘colossal blunder,’ plus a full preview of the Preakness. Topics: What the new CDC guidance would mean for the Indy 500.
Thursday 5/13/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Reaction to the rest of the NFL schedule release, Penn State men’s basketball opponents announced, and Steve humors Matt going through the W’s and L’s of the 2021 Steelers and Eagles schedules.
Wednesday, 5/12/21 Hour 2, Topics: Steve talks with Cory Giger about minor league baseball and Penn State football, more talk about NFL schedule release, Big Ten odds for this upcoming season
Hour 2 – Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, on why the Steelers haven’t address the offensive line in free agency, and Steelers fans don’t understand the direction the team is going in. Topics: Steve doesn’t understand the hype around the NFL Schedule Release.
Tuesday 5/11/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve’s ok with Tim Tebow signing with the Jaguars, and Bob Baffert says Medina Spirit received an ointment with betamethasone. Guest: Reading Eagle’s Rich Scarcella – he says Sean Clifford ‘not there yet’ according to Mike Yurcich, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve says the NCAA is in trouble with anti-trust suits when it comes to NIL. Guest:NBC’s Lafitt Pincay III on what’s next after Medina Spirit’s positive drug test from the Kentucky Derby.
Monday 5/10/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve doesn’t know what to think in the Medina Spirit controversy, and the COVID conditions in Japan still leaving some question marks for the Olympics.
Hour 2 – Guest: Former Penn State and now Steelers Tight End Pat Freiermuth, he recalls his draft day experience, his prior contact with the Steelers, his time at Penn State, and more. Plus its What 2 Watch 4 with the king!
Friday 5/7/21 Hour 1 – Topics: University of Hartford dropping men’s basketball program from DI-III after NCAA Tourney appearance, NBA ratings keep going down, and Steve doesn’t see the new NCAA football practice rules affecting Penn State that much.
Hour 2 – Topics: John Means no-hitter, The Spring League getting underway, and John Kuhn’s comments on the Aaron Rodgers situation.
Thursday 5/6/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says NHL Director of Player Safety should’ve explained Tom Wilson fine, but ok with NHL’s fine of the Rangers, Albert Pujols released by the Angels, and an update on NIL laws passing in states.
Wednesday 5/5/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Aaron Rodgers may want more money, and athletic departments should be involved in NIL for student athletes.
Hour 2 – Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, recapping the Steelers Draft, including how Najee Harris watched it. Topics: More on how the sports world in PA will change after today’s announcement from Governor Wolf.
Tuesday 5/4/21 Hour 1 – Topics: How the sports world will operate in Pennsylvania after today’s announcement from Governor Tom Wolf. Guest: Little League President and CEO Steve Keener, he says Little League’s plans won’t change despite today’s announcement, what other safety measures will be in place for participants and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: KYW’s Matt Leon recapping the Eagles draft, the botched double-call in Saturday’s Phillies game, and more; the voice of the Steelers, Bill Hillgrove, he says Pat Friermuth is what the team needed, there may be training camp at St. Vincent’s College this year, and more.
Monday 5/3/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve is not big on draft grades but thinks the Eagles and Steelers had good drafts, the botched double call in Saturday’s Phillies game, Guest: NBCSports Philly’s Reuben Frank, he says the Landon Dickerson pick ‘makes or breaks’ the Eagles draft, he’s optimistic about Jalen Hurts, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve says Trey Lance is in a much different spot than other rookie QBs, the Giants ended up being ok after trading down, and the king is back with What 2 Watch 4 and we do a CFP survey by The Athletic.
Friday 4/30/21 Hour 1 – Topics: NFL Draft Recap, and Steve says the Steelers should go for Pat Friermuth tonight. Guest: Philadelphia Inquirer’s Dick Jerardi with a full preview of the Kentucky Derby – including his pick.
Hour 2 – Guests: Sporting News’ Bill Bender, with a complete draft preview and Steelers Radio Network/Pittsburgh Post Gazette’s Gerry Dulac, he says Steelers really like Justin Fields if he falls and Najee Harris is off the board, Najee is still the consensus pick, and much more.
Thursday 4/29/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State transfers, Eagles draft plans. Guest: The Voice of the Eagles, Merrill Reese, he says Jalen Hurts can be like Dak Prescott, his draft priorities, and he asks Steve about Micah Parsons.
Hour 2 – Guests: More NFL Draft Preview with PFF’s Thomas J Frank Carr, and former ESPN Host Mike Golic Sr, who’ll announce one of the Eagles Day 2 picks – he says he’ll probably stick to the script when announcing the pick, how draft evaluation between January and April is a joke, and more.
Wednesday 4/28/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Teddy Bridgewater traded to the Broncos and other draft rumors, more reports on College Football Playoff changes. Guest: PFF’s Thomas J Frank Carr with a complete preview of the NFL Draft, including Penn State prospects.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve says MLB can’t go crazy trying to get every call right, how viewership will be this weekend with the draft and the Kentucky Derby and what happens if the Eagles draft a 1st round QB.
Tuesday 4/27/21 Hour 1 – Topics: More teams interested in Izaiah Brockington, why the Steelers should draft Najee Harris, more MLB replay issues. Guest: USA Today/Steelers Wire’s Neal Coolong – he says Harris may not be there for the Steelers at No. 24, how he’d handle opt-outs, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve reveals a Valley football player getting a post spring practice award at Penn State, who’s stood out overall, and more NFL draft talk.
Monday 4/26/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Sean Lee retires, early NFL Draft rumors. Guest: KYW’s Matt Leon, on what’s up the Eagles draft sleeve, are the Sixers in good position, the Phillies start, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve says the CFP expansion needs to be bold and can even affect future recruiting, and its What 2 Watch 4 with the King!
Friday 4/23/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Chiefs-Ravens Orlando Brown trade, Japan lockdowns three months before the Olympics, and CFP committee considering up to 16-team playoff.
Hour 2 – Guest: Scranton Times-Tribune’s Donnie Collins on the recent spring practice, Sean Clifford’s progress, the defense, and more. Topics: Steve says everyone is forgetting Joel Embiid’s 8 turnovers before heave at the end of regulation, and why the NCAA made changes to the football OT rules.
Thursday 4/22/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Nick Sirriani non committal on Jalen Hurts, Izaiah Brockington back in the transfer portal, and NCAA wants to dramatically cut back hitting in the preseason.
Hour 2 – Topics: Top 25 NFL players not in the Hall of Fame, the importance of spring ball at Penn State.
Wednesday 4/21/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve doesn’t understand why the UMass-Penn State scheduling news is just coming out now. Guest: 24/7 Sports Mark Brennan, on the return of John Herrera, the football spring practice, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, he says Mike Tomlin wanted security post Big Ben era in signing his three-year extension, the team’s draft plans, and more; NBC Sports/FMIA’s Peter King, he says not so fast on team’s planning on first round picks to contribute right away, and another chapter in replay.
Tuesday 4/20/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Phillies change their lineup up, the latest mock drafts and John Herrera’s returning to Penn State. Guest: Phillies Public Address Announcer Dan Baker, on his fight back from illnesses, his 49th season, his lofty goal, and more.
Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle with a recap of Penn State’s Spring Game, Steve talks about QB Sean Clifford, and the NBA ratings crash.
Monday 4/19/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State spring practice recap, Bucknell loses in Patriot League Championship game. Guest: Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini, on being nominated for the Eddie Robinson Award, the team’s loss, look ahead to the fall, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: NBC Sports Philadelphia Phillies Reporter Corey Seidman – he says the Alec Bohm play wasn’t conclusive, but wasn’t safe. He also explains the centerfield situation, the bullpen being better, and more. Plus, its a new segment with the king, What to Watch For!
Friday 4/16/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Bucknell football gearing up for Patriot League Championship Game. Guest: Doug Birdsong, the voice of the Bison, with a full preview, and he says he likes the idea of a championship game every year.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve expands on how old-time values can still be in sports today, and compares games played between athletes of today and older generations.
Thursday 4/15/21 Hour 1 – Topics: More Sixers/Nets reaction, Steve says there can still be old-time values in sports today, and also pays tribute to Jackie Robinson. Plus a look around the Big Ten basketball transfer portal.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve says load management is really getting bad across the NBA, and why the NBA is in a dangerous crossroads with its fan base.
Wednesday 4/14/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says the NBA fears its players, responding to the Nets not playing many stars vs. Sixers tonight. Guest: Penn State Men’s Volleyball Coach Mark Pavlik as the team is on the verge of another NCAA Tourney appearance, his 600th career win, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Reading Eagle’s Rich Scarcella, on the LB situation for Penn State and the confidence in Curtis Jacobs, the QB situation, and more. Topics: Steve shares a story about Johnny, his cab driver from years ago, and more on the transfer portal.
Tuesday 4/13/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Updates around the Flyers and NHL trade deadline, MLB and more. Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, he says its clear the Steelers are planning to go RB in the first round of the draft, James Conner to the Cardinals, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: ESPN’s Tim Kurkjian, who expressed much frustration with baseball and replay inthe past week, Aaron Judge’s injuries are concerning and more; KYW’s Matt Leon, on The Athletic’s report on the Eagles front office and more.
Thursday 4/12/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Phillies controversial win, Twins-Red Sox postponed due to more unrest in Minnesota, and Steve and Matt go back-and-forth on yet more reports on dysfunction within the Eagles. Guest: Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini, on this week’s Patriot League Championship game vs. Holy Cross and why its a familiar opponent despite not physically playing them yet, and more.
Hour 2- Mark Lawrence joins Steve to talk about the intersection of news and sports. Steve’s brother, the King, gives insight and sports trivia in our weekly feature.
Hour 2 – Guest: Scranton Times-Tribune’s Donnie Collins, on Penn State football’s LB situation, the defensive line, Sean Clifford’s hungry, and more. Topics: Updates on The Masters and a controversial ending to the Mets-Marlins game.
Thursday 4/08/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State’s LB situation, why no one should boycott the Olympics, Guest: Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey Play-By-Play man Brain Tripp, who’ll call the Frozen Four on WestWoodOne – with a full preview.
Hour 2 – Topics: A look around baseball, Steve calls latest Tiger crash details ‘scary.’ Guest: Gerry Dulac, Pittsburgh Post Gazette/Steelers Radio Network, with a complete Masters preview, watch out for Jordan Speith, who is pick is, Brycen DeChambeau and more.
Wednesday 4/07/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Tiger car crash, Pirates…losing, Rasir Bolton tranfers again, David ‘Aki’ Collins joining Micah Shrewsberry’s staff, and an email expressing frustration with the NCAA not telling people where the money goes when it comes to athlete compensation.
Hour 2 – Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, on the Sam Darnold trade, the dynamic of QB’s at the top of the draft, comparing Trey Lantz to Patrick Mahomes, and more. Topics: Early look at The Masters, and more on the QB hype in the NFL Draft.
Tuesday 4/6/21 Hour 1 – Topics: National championship recap, Phillies 4-0 start, and Steve doesn’t understand the recent Justin Fields criticism.
Hour 2 – Guests: Dick Jerardi, Philadelphia Inquirer and Steve’s broadcast partner, he says Jaylen Suggs has to be the No. 1 pick, plus a full preview of Monday’s National Championship Game; York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani says Penn State is finally starting to get noticed about producing good NFL talent, Sean Clifford’s relationship with Mike Yurcich, and more.
Monday 4/05/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve loved who well the UCLA-Gonzaga game was played and officiated from start to finish, David Taylor makes the US Olympic team. Guest: Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini, on the team’s 6-0 win at Lehigh, the challenge of changing opponents mid-week, time of possession was key in the win, and more.
Hour 2 – Steve says the MLB moving the All-Star Game out of Atlanta isn’t the first political statement by a sports league, and its our picks with the king.
Friday 4/02/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve couldn’t believe the mistake leaving Arizona out of the women’s Final Four promo video, Guest: BTN/WestwoodOne’s Brandon Gaudin, he says Gonzaga is the best team he’s seen and previews the Final Four, his time doing Madden, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve continues the NIL discussion and the NCAA still isn’t explaining where the money goes, plus Penn State football announces future schedule additions and why certain opponents are picked.
Thursday 4/01/21 Hour 1 – Topics: MLB Opening Day, Steve says Mark Emmert through his own employees under the bus and needs to be a leader, and Steve further explains what benefits college athletes already have.
Hour 2 – Guests: Former Phillies Field Reporter Gregg Murphy, now starting a new podcast with Sunbury Broadcasting, ‘Glove Stories With Murph.’ He explains the new podcast, the Phillies season, and more; Ticket Manager’s Tony Knopp, on the sudden influx of ticket sales as COVID restrictions lessen, the NFL’s trying to go more international with 17th game and more.
Wednesday 3/31/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Final Four is set, Mark Emmert’s comments on women’s tourney issues. Guest: 93.7 The Fan’s Chris Mack, on how the Pirates should navigate through a likely tough year, who may shine, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Gabe Sinicropi, VP Marketing and Public Relations for the Williamsport Crosscutters – he says the new MLB Draft League can see more future major leaguers, what to expect at Historic Bowman Field this year, and more.
Tuesday 3/30/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Elite 8 recap, Micah Shrewsberry’s introductory press conference. Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, he says adding a 17th game could lead to load management, it didn’t come at a good time for the Steelers, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Penn State Men’s Basketball Coach Micah Shrewsberry replay, KYW’s Matt Leon on the Eagles draft pick trade, Sixers are the favorite in the East, and more.
Monday 3/29/21 Hour 1 – Topics: A so-so Sweet 16 weekend, Steve’s thoughts on the Elite 8, some other Penn State sports milestones, and Baylor back to full form. Guest: Bucknell football coach Dave Cecchini, on the team’s big win after almost 500 days not playing a game, the defensive line’s success, the quarterback situation, Brandon Sanders big day and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: NFL Network’s Kim Jones, she says 10-12 scouts said no one could do what we can, everyone had a good day, and more. Plus, our Sweet 16 picks with the king.
Friday 3/26/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Izaiah Brockington staying at Penn State, big NFL Draft trades. Guest: CBS’ Brad Nessler, who called the round of 32 of the NCAA Tourney, on Luka Garza, calling Colorado’s game after the Boulder shooting, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani, with his reaction to Penn State’s Pro Day, where the team stands in spring practice, and more. Topics: Dick Stockton retires.
Thursday 3/25/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Jason Oweh, Micah Parsons and the rest of the Penn State NFL prospects did the expected today and Steve shares a Wall Street Journal story on Eddie Robinson, baseball’s oldest living player, returning to a live ball game after getting vaccinated.
Hour 2 – Guest: PennLive’s Greg Pickel, on Penn State football recruiting during the pandemic, bringing in an experienced QB from the transfer portal, and more. Topics: Lincoln Riley’s Chandler Morris comments, and more on the state of the football transfer portal.
Monday 3/22/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve reiterates his stance to expand the College Football Playoff, but into multiple weekends like the NCAA Tournament.
Hour 2 – Guest: 93.7 The Fan’s Chris Mack, on the return of JuJu Smith-Schuster, Steelers Draft plans, acknowledging the Pirates, and more. Topics: Steve says LSU shouldn’t be in the tournament, gambling can be wrong for sports sometimes.
Monday 3/22/21 Hour 1 – Topics: March Madness recap and Steve reiterated his thoughts on the Big Ten after its struggles in the tourney so far. Guest: KYW’s Matt Leon on Villanova’s impressive run, Eagles quite in Free Agency,and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: More March Madness and NCAA Wrestling updates, plus Steve says if he’s ESPN+, he’d bring back the Thursday Night College Football game to compete with TNF on Amazon. Plus, the king is back with our first round March Madness picks and bracket reveals.
Friday 3/19/21 Hour 1 – Topics: All the latest updates from March Madness and the NCAA Wrestling Championships. Guest: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review’s Joe Rutter, on JuJu Smith-Schuster resigning with the Steelers, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: CBS Sports’ Adam Zucker on how the NCAA got to this point, how he’s preparing, and its all about telling the story of the emotion of the tournament returning; The Athletic’s Brendan Quinn, on fans back at PGA events, Brycen DeChambeau, March Madness, and more. Topics: Steve breaks down day 1 of the NCAA Wrestling Championships for Penn State.
Thursday 3/18/21 Hour 1 – Topics: March Madness starts, Steve responds to the #notncaaproperty movement saying NIL is fine, paying athletes is not, Philly media not allowed in to Wentz-Colts introductory press conference, Micah Shrewsberry first hire. Guest: Scranton Times-Tribune’s Donnie Collins on his offseason question marks for Penn State football, Minor League Baseball’s new look, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Penn State Wrestling Play-By-Play man Jeff Byers, with a full preview of the NCAA Championships, and a trend Penn State has started on the mat. Topics: A call about the Penn State men’s basketball transfer situation.
Tuesday 3/17/21 Hour 1 – Topics: State of Indiana watching NCAA Tournament betting, Brad Stevens comments on Micah Shrewsberry, and Steve questions the Bears signing Andy Daulton. Guest: KYW’s Matt Leon, on the Joel Embiid injury, Ben Simmons’ play, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, on what the Steelers do as players leave via free agency, he may go RB in the first round, and more; Rob Blackman, Purdue Basketball Play-By-Play, with high praise for Micah Shrewsberry, how big a role he played in recruiting, Purdue’s first round matchup with North Texas in the NCAA Tourney, and more.
Tuesday 3/16/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says fans have to remember Penn State players have been through three coaches in five months, Patriots busy in free agency. Guest: Ben Jones, StateCollege.com, on what led to the mass exodus of Penn State basketball transfers, the Micah Shrewsberry hire, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani, on where the Penn State football roster stands, James Franklin’s presser, and more. We also play James Franklin’s presser, as he discusses the thin QB position, Noah Cain’s status, and more.
Monday 3/15/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Micah Shrewsberry has to rerecruit the current roster and it won’t be easy, and he says two No. 1 seeds won’t make it to the Final Four. Guest: Chris Solari, Lansing State Journal, on the Micah Shrewsberry hire, other Big Ten coaching vacancies and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: KYW’s Matt Leon, on Jeff Lurie’s Jalen Hurts comments, the Sixers exciting season, Villanova basketball and more; plus its our picks with the king!
Friday 3/12/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says the officials can and should have gone to replay on the missed shot clock violation, and Shikellamy boys basketball wins its first district title since 1979. Guest: Brian Tripp, Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey Play-By-Play man, on the upcoming Big Ten Tournament, the team’s future, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, on the Steelers not tagging Bud Dupree, Big Ben’s new contract, and more.Topics: Duke pulls out of ACC Tourney.
Thursday 3/11/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Penn State should’ve comeback vs Nebraska last night but was still a good win. Plus, hear from Penn State Football Strength and Condition Coach Dwight Galt, on the team’s preparation for spring practice, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Penn State VP for Intercollegiate Athletics Sandy Barbour – on when a men’s basketball coach will be hired, pushing hard to get full venues for the fall, and more; Kevin Kugler, who’ll call Penn State-Nebraska on BTN, says depth perception and a larger crowd will be big adjustments, Penn State’s the favorite, and more.
Wednesday 3/10/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Local college hoops double header tonight, and Steve says Jeff Lurie has actually been a good owner for the Eagles. Guest: Penn State Interim Men’s Basketball Coach Jim Ferry, he says no team wants to play his team right now, the matchup with Nebraska, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Purdue Basketball Radio Play-by-Play man Rob Blackman, remembering former Purdue broadcaster Larry Clisby, Purdue’s season and more; Dick Jerardi, Steve’s broadcast partner, he says the Big Ten is not as good as last year and the Big 12 is the best conference, reviewing Penn State’s season, and more.
Tuesday 3/9/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Dak’s contract and will it hurt the Cowboys, Spring Training, and Big Ten basketball awards. Guest: Bucknell men’s basketball coach Nathan Davis, on the team’s win vs Lafayette, John Meeks’ play, facing Colgate Wednesday and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: BTN’s Dave Revsine, on Penn State’s season, Michigan is a No.1 seed and Iowa’s a No. 2 seed, Eli Brooks injury, and more. Topics: Penn State wrestling’s weekend, Greg Gard’s comments on hook and hold after Wisconsin-Iowa.
Monday 3/8/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Penn State having to come back three times at Maryland was most impressive,Penn State wrestling finishes 2nd at Big Ten Championships, replay issues in Wisconsin-Iowa game. Guest: Lions 24/7 Sports’ Mark Brennan, on Penn State’s comeback win, John Herrera’s improvement, Anthony Poindexter, Ali-Frazier 50th Anniversary, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Penguins Radio Analyst Phil Bourque, on the Penguins tough loss to the Flyers, why they didn’t take advantage of the Flyers timeout, having a crowd back, and more; plus its our college hoops picks with the king!
Friday 3/5/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve announces six Penn State football players on the official NFL Combine Invite List, Flyers win round 2 vs Pens in come-from-behind fashion. Guest: The Voice of Penn State Wrestling, Jeff Byers, with a complete breakdown of the upcoming Big Ten Wrestling Championships, plus he thinks this year’s team has the makeup of the 2011 run.
Hour 2 – Guests: ESPN College Basketball Analyst Fran Fraschilla, he says seven teams can win the Big 12 Tourney and its crazy to think one of those teams will have to play a play-in game, Big Ten play, and more; Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey Radio Play-By-Play man Brian Tripp, on the team finally back on the ice from COVID, what the postsason looks like and more.
Thursday 3/4/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve wonders how much longer the Steelers can stick with Big Ben, and Amazon Prime could have some exclusivity to Thursday Night Football. Guest: Bucknell men’s basketball coach Nathan Davis, on the team’s challenges from its COVID pause, the upcoming Patriot League Quarterfinal game with Lafayette and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: StateCollege.com’s Ben Jones on Penn State’s senior class and what they’ve meant to the program, the team’s shooting struggles, and the upcoming renovations to the Lasch Building. Topics: A look around Spring Training, and Yankees Manager Aaron Boone getting a pacemaker.
Wednesday 3/3/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Michigan simply didn’t have it vs Illinois. Guests: KYW’s Matt Leon replay with the latest on Philly sports; Former Penguins Reporter Bob Grove, with a Sidney Crosby update, the Pens success vs Flyers Tuesday, Tristan Jarry’s play, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, on who the Steelers should try to resign in free agency, Big Ben’s contract update, NFL TV deals, and more; NBC Sports Philadelphia Flyers Play-By-Play Broadcaster Jim Jackson, on what this three-game stretch does for the Flyers-Pens rivalry, Flyers are healthy again, and more. Plus, Steve gives his matchups to watch for Michigan-Illinois.
Tuesday 3/2/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve is flabbergasted by Rutgers loss to Nebraska, Flyers-Pens begin three games in a row, Big Ten Wrestling Championship brackets revealed, and Steve didn’t like how Washington handled Alex Smith.
Monday 3/1/21 Hour 2 – Topics: New analysts named to Penn State football coaching staff, and Penn State hoops was on the wrong end of scheduling in Purdue loss.
Monday 3/1/21 Hour 1 – Topics: JJ Watt to the Cardinals, Washington moving on from Alex Smith, recapping college hoops, and Teddy Allen leaves Nebraska men’s basketball. Guest: KYW’s Matt Leon, on Phillies Spring Training, the Sixers are dangerous, and the Eagles offseason.
Hour 2 – Topics: How big QB contracts have hurt teams from building them into Super Bowl contenders, and our picks with the king!
Friday 2/27/21 Hour 1 – Topics: ESPN’s new MNF/Super Bowl deal with the NFL, new additions to Penn State football’s coaching staff.
Hour 2 – Topics: More good signs to seeing fans back in the stands, DeMaurice Smith asking agents to collude for player contracts, and more on the NCAA Tournament contingency plan.
Thursday 2/25/21 Hour 1 – Topics: NCAA announces bracket COVID contingencies. Guest: Sports Business Journal’s Bret McCormick, on ticket sales and even student fees going up for college sports, difficulties athletic departments are facing financially and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Sean Zak, Golf.com, with his perspective of the Tiger Woods car crash, his road to comeback, and what he means to the sport. Topics: Steve answers a question about Penn State Athletics finances, and the NBA should expand All-Star Game rosters.
Wednesday 2/24/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says you’re not going to hear from Tiger’s camp for a while now until the police report comes up, Guest: Pittsburgh Post Gazette/Steelers Radio Network’s Gerry Dulac on why you won’t hear much for now from Tiger, what he wants to see from the accident investigation, Steelers front office is on the same page with Big Ben, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: NittanySportsNow.com’s Cory Giger, he says Penn State has only a ‘Plan A’ offensively, what Penn State needs going forward, how good Ohio State and Michigan have been, and more; Steelers Wire/USA Today‘s Neal Coolong on what kind of player JuJu Smith-Schuster can be, if the Steelers need to change their philosophy, and more.
Tuesday 2/23/21 Hour 1 – Topics: The latest on Tiger Woods in surgery after multiple leg injuries sustained in a car crash in LA, Guest: The Washington Post’s Adam Kilgore, on the Carson Wentz trade for the Eagles, Big Ben’s future in Pittsburgh, the Jared Goff trade, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Penn State Wrestling Play-By-Play Broadcaster Jeff Byers, on the growing popularity of the sport, who’s trending in the right direction, the team’s weird COVID year, and more. Topics: Mariners GM resigns after comments about his players and English speaking skills.
Monday 2/22/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Who stood out from the college hoops weekend, and Steve can’t explain the continued scoring droughts for Penn State. Guest: Lafayette Journal Courier’s Mike Carmin, on Penn State football expected to bring in Purdue co-defensive coordinator Anthony Poindexter as safeties coach.
Hour 2 – Guest: Former Penn State/Detroit Lions Cornerback Amani Oruwariye, reflecting on his time with THON, praising Matthew Stafford for him time in Detroit, and more; Plus John Harrar’s post game comments, and its our college hoops picks with the king!
Friday 2/19/21 Hour 1 -Topics: Steve says Penn State needs to play smarter basketball and their mistakes are maddening to coaches, the day-after the Carson Wentz trade, Lasch building project, and Penn State football transfers.
Hour 2 – Guests: NBCSports Philadelphia’s Dave Zangaro, with his thoughts on the trade, the Eagles ‘keeping everything on the table’ at No. 6, Wentz reuniting with Frank Reich, more moves coming, and more; KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon also gives his take, still baffled Howie Roseman survived all this.
Thursday 2/17/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says the Eagles got the compensation he thought they’d get along, what the Eagles can do at No. 6, what Indy means for Wentz, and can the Eagles win with Jalen Hurts. Guest: Miami Dolphins Tight End and former Penn State Tight End Mike Gesicki, on the upcoming virtual THON event, how his NFL experience is starting to pay off, the team’s QB situation and success and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve remembers Rush Limbaugh as a great communicator, the need of getting fans back and what that could look like, and how baseball can be in trouble getting fans back, and it may be time to get rid of the shift. Guest: Philadelphia Inquirer’s Scott Lauber on needing more consistency from Bryce Harper, a possible six-man rotation for the Phils, health concerns for pitchers having to hit again, and more.
Wednesday 2/17/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Some uncertainty of the future of college football. Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today‘s Neal Coolong, on big Ben’s contract, Steelers can’t afford JJ Watt, Bud Dupree’s future, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: 24/7 Sports Mark Brennan, on men’s basketball’s continued shooting woes, Tim Banks heading to Tennessee and how that hurts recruiting in Michigan more than on the field, and more; TicketManager’s Tony Knopp, he says the NFL should definitely be worried about the Super Bowl ratings drop, March Madness will be hurt big time without fans in the stands, Olympics will happen with fans, and more.
Tuesday 2/16/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says he’d thought there would be more players opting out due to lack of playing time and teams not winning in college hoops and football, Draymond Green’s double standard comments against the NBA, Guest: PennLive’s Greg Pickel, he says Penn State football has really helped itself with transfers brought in, where the men’s basketball team stands, and more.
Hour 2 Guest: DKpittsburghsports’ Alex Stumpf on the Pirates’ challenging season ahead, lots of unknown players, why the team is moving in this direction now, and more. Topics: Steve thinks this year’s NCAA Tourney will be the least watched in a while.
Monday 2/15/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve reacts to Penn State’s frustrating loss to Nebraska, and how the team’s physically and mentally tired, don’t blame it all on Jim Ferry, and the players made a mistake not fouling Nebraska late in the game. Guest: Blue-White Illustrated’s Nate Bauer says the team has lost its ability to win games to compete at this level.
Hour 2 – Guest: ESPN Bracketologist Joe Lunardi – he says Penn State is close, but they’ll determine their own fate, who’s in his Final Four currently, and more; plus its our first set of college hoops picks with the king!
Friday 2/12/21 Hour 1 – Topics: JJ Watt to be released, where Maurkice Pouncey’s career ranks for the Hall of Fame, what’s holding up the NFL announcing TV deals. Guest: Philadelphia Inquirer Flyers Beat Writer Sam Carchidi, on Ron Hextall heading to Pittsburgh, the Flyers’ current COVID pause, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: MMQB’s Andrew Brandt – he says a Carson Wentz trade would be a historic cost for the Eagles, the problem NFL players have with leverage, why he’s not worried about the NFL ratings drop, and more; Topics: Seahawks management not happy with Russell Wilson’s comments, Jaguars’ new director of sports performance Chris Doyle, and Steve still doesn’t like the Olympics opening ceremonies.
Thursday 2/11/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says few blueblood teams in the NCAA Tourney could be concerning for March Madness ratings, how fantasy football might drop NFL playoff ratings and Steve REALLY doesn’t like the Opening Ceremony at the Olympics. Guest: Chris Basnett, Lincoln Star-Journal, on Nebraska basketball’s scoring struggles, facing Penn State, coach Fred Hoiberg’s health struggles, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, on Alan Faneca finally elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Len Shapiro of The Washington Post, remembering the late Marty Schottenheimer, his one year in Washington, his coaching style, and more.
Wednesday 2/10/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Carson Wentz still with the Eagles, recent player riffs with teams could be contributing to ratings drops in the NFL and other sports, and last night’s frustrating loss for Penn State. Guest: State College Spikes GM Scott Walker, on the start of the new MLB Draft League in May, asking for fans cooperation for the upcoming season to play it safely, what’s new at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve says Marty Schottenheimer should be remembered for how he turned teams around, what’s wrong with Pittsburgh’s sports teams, Eagles have a long road back.
Tuesday 2/9/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says the NFL needs to look at the Super Bowl ratings drop closely, and Steve rips a Washington Post headline on Marty Schottenheimer, B1G Tournament officially moving to Indianapolis, and what the MLB 2021 season will look like in William sport and State College.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve says he can’t call Tom Brady the GOAT, what the Eagles could get in return for Wentz, Penn State and Maryland’s shooting woes.
Monday 2/8/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve doesn’t think the Chiefs weren’t outcoached in the Super Bowl, a coaching move by Jim Ferry that helped in Penn State’s win vs. Maryland, death of baseball reporter Pedro Gomez, and bad takes from the national media on the Super Bowl. Guest: KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon, with his thoughts on the imminent Carson Wentz trade, Nick Foles possibly coming back, Doc Rivers complimentary of Ben Simmons play, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: ESPN’s Holly Rowe, on her cancer and COVID battles, her broadcasting career, and being a virtual special guest at Penn State’s Pink Zone; plus, its our Super Bowl picks and prop bets with the king!
Friday 2/5/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Why Steve sometimes sours on point spread betting and why he doesn’t watch the Super Bowl pregame show, and Penn State’s new Tight End Coach and revised 2021 schedule. Guest: Penguins Reporter Bob Grove, on the Jim Rutherford sudden resignation, Kris Letang’s struggles, Evgeni Malkin’s lost confidence, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: CBS Sports College Football Writer Dennis Dodd on a key U.S. Supreme Court case on name, image and likeness, why the College Football Playoff shouldn’t be expanded, and more. Topics: Steve says the NCAA needs to better argue where football and men’s basketball money goes to within athletic departments.
Thursday 2/4/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says the transfer portal is key now more than ever, and where name, image and likeness stands in college sports currently. Guest: 24/7 Sports’ Jeff Erdman, on why Maryland hoops has been so good on the road this season, Eric Ayala’s play lately, his thoughts on Penn State, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: We replay Steve’s interview with Mount Carmel native and Chiefs GM Brett Veach, he credits his Mount Carmel roots for his success, how he first was interested in Patrick Mahomes and more; NFL Insider John Clayton on the Super Bowl, Tom Brady’s season, the Goff-Stafford trade, and more.
Wednesday 2/3/21 Hour 1 – Topics: A call about Brett Veach’s high school days, Penn State loss at Wisconsin. Guest: Blue-White Illustrated/Rivals.com’s Ryan Snyder on Penn State signing 4-star recruit Davon Townley.
Hour 2 – Hear excerpts of new Penn State Offensive Coordinator Mike Yurcich’s press conference and Steve’s thoughts, plus Steve says the Brady-Bellichick argument doesn’t make sense. **Mount Carmel native and Kansas City Chiefs GM Brett Veach joined us late in the show, we’ll replay and podcast that interview Wednesday at 406.
Tuesday 2/2/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve didn’t consider the Wisconsin win an upset, and he says the term ‘upset’ is used too loosely. Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, on Big Ben’s contract, why Alan Fanenca should be in the Hall of Fame, his Super Bowl prediction, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve says it Penn State had a normal shooting night it’d win by 10 over Wisconsin and what else worked for Penn State in Saturday’s upset, and Dustin Pedoria retires, and why long-term deals don’t work in baseball.
Monday 2/1/21 Hour 1 – What makes a good color analyst, Super Bowl week mostly about Brady vs Mahomes is ‘low-bearing fruit,’ Guest: NFL Network’s Kim Jones, who’ll be covering the Bucs at the Super Bowl. She talks a less crazy media day via zoom, the Tampa Bay secondary is more confident this time, the Bills success, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Parth Upadhyaya, Centre Daily Times, he says the last five weeks have gone better for Penn State football than anyone gives it credit for, where the QB situation stands next year, and more. Plus, its Super Bowl trivia with the king!
Friday 1/29/21 Hour 1 – Remembering John Chaney, who’s career has local ties, and his thoughts on Will Levis and Lance Dixon in the transfer portal. Guest: Statecollege.com’s Ben Jones on Penn State hoop’s injury situation, needing to win 50-50 games going forward, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: NBC Sports’ Peter King, on how he’s been navigating through the pandemic and an inside look at the Pro Football Hall of Fame vote; PFF’s Austin Gayle on who’s shining at the Senior Bowl so far, who has to prove themselves, and more.
Thursday 1/28/21 Hour 1 – Topics: What went wrong with Penn State down the stretch at Ohio State, how close Penn State is to making it in the NCAA Tourney, Guest: West Wood One’s Ross Tucker – he says Big Ben having a full offseason should help his arm, the Nick Sirrani hire and his closeness with Frank Reich, the Mike Yurcich hire and Super Bowl thoughts.
Hour 2 – Guests: Philadelphia Inquirer’s Scott Lauber, on how the Phillies came to the big JT Realmuto contract, finding more starting pitching depth is crucial this year more than ever, the Baseball HOF vote is a bad look, and more; PennLive’s Greg Pickel, on Sandy Barbour’s press conference – backing up the Mike Yurcich hire, praising the football team getting through the season, the athletic department deficit, and more.
Wednesday 1/26/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says politics shouldn’t affect Baseball HOF voting, Penn State Wrestling’s schedule, and Tennessee football’s coaching situation. Guest: USA Today Ohio State Basketball Beat Writer Phil Harrison, on what’s led to the Buckeye’s success lately, rescheduling the game to tonight, and more.
Tuesday 1/26/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Big TV ratings from Sunday’s NFC Championship game, and Steve thinks the Phillies outbid themselves after resigning JT Realamuto. Guest: Lions 24/7 Sports’ Tyler Donahue, he says Penn State did a great job with recruiting even though big recruits were hauled in. He says maintaining verbal commits was huge through the 0-5 start.
Hour 2 – Guests: KYW’s Matt Leon on the Nick Sirriani, there’s still plenty to fix besides the coach, Duce Staley leaving, and more; Blue-White Illustrated’s Nate Bauer, on Penn State’s two big wins over the weekend, the schedule changes, and more. Topics: Penn State hoops’ two wins and more schedule changes.
Monday 1/25/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve wasn’t a fan of the Packers and Bills’ strategies.
Hour 2 – Guest: USA Today’s Bob Nightengale, he says Hank Aaron became more popular every year, he was the modern day Jackie Robinson, and more. Plus, its our championship Sunday picks with the King!
Friday 1/22/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Remembering Hank Aaron, Steve says Penn State closed out its best game last night, Penn State schedule changes. Guest: Penn State Wrestling Coach Cael Sanderson, on the adversity of this season, wrestlers to watch, he’s looking for the next group of wrestlers to step up, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: What signing Dwayne Haskins means for the Steelers, more on the Eagles coaching hire, and Notre Dame football’s minor recruitment sanctions.
Thursday 1/21/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says the first two years will tell about the Eagles hiring of Nick Sirriani, why the Steelers signed Dwayne Haskins and Steve says the Notre Dame football sanctions are as low as it gets. Guest: SI.com/Eagle Maven’s Ed Kracz, on what went into the hire, can he fix Carson Wentz, the team still thought they’d have Doug P, and more.
Hour 2 – Steve says he’d take the Texans job over the Eagles job, but he doesn’t believe any of the Carson Wentz reports. He also says Penn State just needs a win to get back in the Big Ten race, and Steve also took today’s Inauguration Day as a message of making sure we help each other.
Wednesday 1/20/21 Hour 1 -Topics: Jim Ferry fined for Purdue postgame comments, we still don’t know what kind of team Penn State is, and the officials handled the end of the first half well. Plus, Philip Rivers retires.
Hour 2 – Guests: WFAN’s Sweeny Murti, he hopes the Mets GM situation starts a conversation soon and why we just found out about the incident, can the Mets get George Springer, Yankees offseason, and more; Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong, on the Steelers offseason, his picks for Championship Sunday, and more.
Tuesday 1/19/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Mets fire GM Jared Porter, Eagles coaching search continues. Guest: The News-Gazette’s Scott Richey, with a preview of Penn State-Illinois, what’s led to the Illni’s struggles so far, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Hear portions of Penn State Head Coach James Franklin’s season ending press conference, including why the OC change. Guest: SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich, on James Franklin’s presser, where the offense goes from here, the college football game today, the quarterbacks, and more.
Monday 1/18/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve has heard enough excuses for Tom Brady and says he hasn’t played that well this postseason, the Chiefs big play call to end the game, Lamar Jackson’s struggles in Buffalo, Eagles coaching search, Tennessee football’s mess. Guest: KYW’s Matt Leon, with an update on the Eagles coaching search, Josh McDaniels would be an odd fit, Sixers not getting James Harden, Flyers, JT Realmuto and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: PFF’s Ben Linsey with a full breakdown and what to look for in NFL Divisional weekend, plus its our picks with the king!
Friday 1/15/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Getting set for NFL Divisional weekend, Penn State men’s hoops returns Sunday, and the 6th MLB Draft League team is announced. Guest: Mike Carmin, Lafyatte Journal and Courier, on Purdue’s success heading into its matchup with Penn State, some X-factors for the team, the big difference in games played between Penn State and Purdue, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Mike DiRocco, ESPN NFL Nation Jaguars reporter, with the latest on Urban Meyer becoming head coach, the excitement picking back up within the fan base, and more; Jerry Brewer, The Washington Post, with his reaction to the James Harden trade, the disgruntled star always wins in the NBA and this could the blueprint for others if they want out, and more.
Thursday 1/14/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve thinks hiring Urban Meyer is a good start for the Jaguars, and the Steelers shouldn’t move on from Mike Tomlin, plus hear from Penn State Wrestling Coach Cael Sanderson.
Wednesday 1/13/21 Topics: Sixers in trade discussions again for James Harden, bad National Championship TV ratings but better bowl game ratings, and Penn State men’s basketball revamped schedule announced. Guest: SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich, on new OC Mike Yurcich, how much he’ll want to run the ball, its risky for another new OC possibly having to install his offense virtually again, and more. We broke away during the show for WKOK’s coverage of the impeachment vote – more coverage on WKOK.
Hour 2 – Guest: Steelers Wire/USA Today’s Neal Coolong – he called the first half of the Steelers loss to the Browns a ‘trainwreck,’ what the team does about Big Ben, the bind they’re in with few draft picks, and more. Topics: Steve didn’t like Ohio State’s game plan against Devonta Smith, Penn State men’s basketball and wrestling updates, and how close Penn State football is to Ohio State.
Tuesday 1/12/21 Hour 1 – Topics: National championship recap, Eagles firing Doug Pederson, Steelers problems. Guest: ESPN South Jersey’s John McMullen, he says Doug Pederson’s firing isn’t a good look for the Eagles and candidates will think hard about that, Carson Wentz will be back, possible candidates, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Reading Eagles’ Rich Scarcella, on Michal Menet heading to the NFL and he’s meaning to the program, he’s surprised Jaquan Brisker returned, and if Mike Yurcich wasn’t available would the OC move be made, and who’s offense will this be going forward; ESPN College Football Insider Heather Dinich, previewing the National Championship Game, why one Group of 5 commissioner told her expanding the CFP wouldn’t help, her time at Penn State, and more.
Monday 1/11/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Eagles part ways with Doug Pederson, Steve calls Super Wild Card Weekend a ‘weird’ weekend because of questionable coaching decisions, and Jaquan Brisker returning, Michal Menet heading for the NFL. Guest: Southern Columbia Football Coach Jim Roth as a two former players – Julian Fleming and Stone Hollenbach – face each other tonight in the National Championship game, reiterating how the Tigers’ program reached this point, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Steve honors the late Tommy Lasorda, gives what he’s looking for in the National Championship Game, plus its our picks with the king!
Friday 1/8/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Though a sudden change, Steve says the Mike Yurcich hire is a big one, but another OC change for Sean Clifford. Guest: The voice of the Steelers, Bill Hillgrove, he says its been tough to turn football on and off this year, he’d give Big Ben a B+ for this season because of leadership, James Conner in and out has hurt running game, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Blue-White Illustrated’s Nate Bauer, he says Jim Ferry let Penn State men’s basketball players go home for Christmas, maybe Penn State could’ve paused sooner, and more; StateCollege.com’s Ben Jones on the team’s COVID pause, what’s still needed on the court, and more. Topics: Steve says the Bills are the team to beat in the AFC., the TNF package, Giants owner on Saquon Barkley.
Thursday 1/7/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says we need to get back to a sense of normalcy after yesterday’s events in Washington D.C., and a mini-casino is opening soon in State College, and the Mets blockbuster trade with Cleveland. Guest: Bucknell men’s basketball coach Nathan Davis, on navigating through the pandemic to start the season, the impact of John Meeks’ injury, praise for freshman Andre Screen, the first two games, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Steelers Wire/USA Today‘s Neal Coolong, on the Browns COVID situation, Big Ben’s play this year is similar to Peyton Manning’s final year in winning a Super Bowl, a tough offseason is ahead, and more; Bill Rabinowitz, Columbus Dispatch, on the breaking news of COVID issues at Ohio State may postpone the National Championship Game, and more.
Tuesday 1/5/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says the biggest thing the Browns lose with Kevin Stafanski testing positive is his ability to make in-game adjustments, Eagles players outrage at Hurts pulled, and 2021 NFL opponents announced.
Hour 2 – Guest: PFF’s Seth Garlina, he says Penn State’s 2020 season is just an off year, where Michigan football stands, DeVonta Smith vs Ja’Marr Chase, Ohio State’s Chris Olave, and more. Topics: Steve says Ohio State will have to score at least 40 points to beat Alabama, the ESPN bowl broadcasts.
Monday 1/4/21 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve calls Doug Pederson pulling Jalen Hurts a head scratcher and he thinks NBC handled the situation well, Guest: KYW’s Matt Leon, trying to make sense of Doug Pederson’s decision, he doesn’t trust the front office, lots of changes coming, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: ESPN College Football Insider Adam Rittenberg, he thinks the College Football Playoff will probably expand because of so many teams opting out of bowl games, he thinks an expanded playoff would be better and teams could play at home, his thoughts on tomorrow‘s CFP games, and more; Plus its our NFL picks with the king!
Thursday 12/31/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve addresses poor Penn State shooting but lots of questionable calls in last night’s loss to Indiana, college football is the least forward thinking sport out there, and Penn State Wrestling’s schedule is released.
Guest: Mark Brennan, Fight On State/24-7 Sports, talks about the college football playoff system and its potential expansion. Steve continues his discussion on his thoughts on expanding the field.
Topics: Wisconsin-Wake Forest bowl game and the broadcast coverage of it; Opt-outs and the college football championship system and expanding it to twelve teams.
Nate Bauer of Blue White Illustrated talked Penn State Football with Steve and PSU players declaring for the NFL draft, the idea of an expanded football playoff and more. Steve talked about the importance of parity in the NFL, which college football doesn’t have. Is there a way to spread the wealth?
After the Steelers have played 13 straight weeks, Steve is fine with Ben Roethlisberger not starting on Sunday. Steve doesn’t think Jalen Hurts is the answer for the Eagles, they have receiver and offensive line problems. Neal Coolong of Steelers Wire talked Steelers.
Hour 2 – Guests: NBC Sports Philly’s Dave Zangaro, on the Eagles quarterback dilemma and how the team needs to make a decision, he’s getting the feeling Howie Roseman and Doug Pederson will be back, Wentz was seeing ghosts in back of a bad o-line, and more; SteelersDepot.com’s Alex Kozora, he says it was a matter of hitting the deep balls as opposed to going to them again, the Steelers’ run D, should key guys sit this week, TJ Watt is a no-brainer DPOY, and more.
Monday 12/28/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steelers pull off a big comeback win, Steve says the Eagles are in a tough spot, and Steve again addresses why Penn State decided not to play a bowl game. Guest: PFF’s Seth Garlina, with his thoughts on Pat Friermuth and Jayson Oweh’s draft stock, Justin Fields is the more accurate quarterback than Trevor Lawrence, and more.
Hour 1- Topics: PSU’s Pat Freiermuth goes to the NFL, Penn State players going into the transfer portal. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio, on the Eagles.
Tuesday 12/22/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steelers hit rock bottom, Big Ben is trying to ‘aim’ throws. Guest: Neal Coolong, USA Today/Steelers Wire – he says the problem with Big Ben is not his elbow, its his whole body control, this December feels like last December, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: AT&T Sportsnet Pittsburgh’s Paul Alexander, he says the Steelers didn’t handle the three games in 11 days well, Big Ben should take some blame for the offensive woes, and more; Paul Domowitch, Philadelphia Inquirer, he says its not surprising Howie Roseman will survive this season, what could be Doug Pederson’s future, Carson Wentz’s future, Jalen Hurts continued impressive play, and more.
Monday 12/21/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State’s big win over Illinois, Steve says he had a feeling there’d be no bowl game after finally seeing how much the season weared on the team, Guest: SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich, on Penn State’s big win, this was the team he expected to see, it was surprising from a football standpoint not to play in a bowl game, but understandable with ‘the rest of it,’ and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Penn State’s James Franklin, with a recap of National Signing Day, how the winter storm affected practice this week, highlighting young guys who’ve stepped up recently, and more, plus its our picks segment with the king!
Friday 12/18/20 Hour 1 – Guests: Penn State interim Men’s Basketball Coach Jim Ferry, recapping the Michigan game, wanting to find more consistency shooting, a look ahead to the Illinois game, why both loses were frustrating, and more; Penn State Women’s Basketball Coach Carolyn Kieger, on the season so far, adjusting its schedule, the upcoming game at Purdue and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Former Penn Stater and Charlotte 49ers TV Analyst Reginald Walker Jr., with a deeper look at Notre Dame-Clemson in the ACC Title Game, Clemson should be out if they lose to the Irish twice, what the CFP looks like with a Clemson win, and more; Statecollege.com’s Ben Jones, with his National Signing Day analysis, thoughts on the Michigan State game, Penn State men’s hoops start, and more.
Thursday 12/17/20 Hour 1 – Topics: National Signing Day, Tom Rinaldi leaves ESPN for FOX, Steve says Penn State could get a bowl invite if they win Saturday, but whether it participates would be ‘the earlier the better.’ Steve is also skeptical when government gets involved with college sports.
Hour 2 – Guest: PennLive’s Greg Pickel, he says this year’s class is similar to 2016, where Penn State could’ve done better but ended up developing good talent, some guys that stand out, and more. Topics: More on National Signing Day for Penn State and its matchup with Illinois.
Wednesday 12/16/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve reacts to the latest on the transfer portal, and National Signing Day reaction, a look at Illinois. Steve also reacts to a New York Post article souring on sports journalism focusing on sports betting.
Hour 2 – Guests: Glen Macnow, Eagles Radio Network, on Jalen Hurts’ performance, what he wants to see from him vs Arizona, Doug ran out of ideas with Carson Wentz, the defense’s play and injuries, and more Ryan Snyder, Rivals.com/Blue-White Illustrated, on if they’ll be an surprises with National Signing Day tomorrow, what prospects/positions are set in stone for Penn State, and more.
Tuesday 12/15/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Michigan-Iowa and Purdue-Indiana cancelled, a wild game in Cleveland, but are they getting too much of a free pass for losing in an entertaining game? Guest: Neal Coolong, USA Today/Steelers Wire, on the Steelers offense being shutdown, what’s going on with Dionte Johnson and how he can move on, first signs of missing Bud Dupree, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: KYW Newsradio Philadelphia’s Matt Leon, on Jalen Hurts’ impressive first start with the Eagles, how well the Eagles played all around while the Saints seemed disinterested, the future of Carson Wentz, and more; 93.7 The Fan Pittsburgh’s Chris Mack, he says you know what’s coming from the Steelers’ offense, the team doesn’t trust its offensive line, they should have padded practices, and more.
Monday 12/14/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Recapping Penn State’s win and Steve says he’s just giving information and not excuses when it comes to teams handling finals week when they normally don’t, Gus Malzhan gets fired at Auburn, Guest: Reading Eagle’s Rich Scarcella, he says the 2nd half vs. Michigan State was the best half of football from Penn State all year, the Senior Day scene, and he doesn’t have a problem with Ohio State getting into the Big Ten Championship game/CFP following Texas A&M coach Dan Mullen’s comments.
Hour 2 – Guest: SEC on CBS’ Brad Nessler, with a preview of Army-Navy at West Point, him being emotional talking to the players on their life off the football field, normal pregame festivities will go on, can Florida compete with Alabama, and Texas A&M’s College Football Playoff resume. Plus, its our picks with the King!
Friday 12/11/20 Hour 1 – Hear from James Franklin as Penn State gets set for Michigan State, plus the Phillies officially hire Dave Dombrowski and Steve questions what kind of ability he’ll have with his first moves. Guest: BTN’s Dave Revsine – he says the Wisconsin loss last week helped the Big Ten dodge another bullet with the Ohio State situation, he says the rule was bad but the Ohio State decision was right, Penn State’ season, and more.
Thursday 12/10/20 Hour 1 – Topics: A look at where bowl season stands, Phillies close to signing Dave Dombrowski and their quest to bring back JT Realmuto. Guest: Former Penn Stater and Charlotte Football Analyst Reginald Walker Jr., recapping Penn State’s win at Rutgers, Penn State adjustments in the wind, problems with the Cowboys, and more. We then broke away for a press conference with Governor Tom Wolf and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine, find coverage at WKOK.com.
Hour 2 – Guests: Steelers Wire/USA Today‘s Neal Coolong, on the Steelers’ first loss, Big Ben’s performance with a lack of running game, the drops, and more; AP/97.5 The Fanatic’s Rob Maadi – he doesn’t like the move to Jalen Hurts and feels Carson Wentz is being ‘scapegoated,’ the offensive line takes a big chunk of the blame, and the Eagles need to stay in top 6 of the draft.
Wednesday 12/9/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Big 10 changing course on championship game, CFP using conference testing protocol for games, Penn State men’s basketball’s big win at Virginia Tech – which Steve and Dick saw coming.
Hour 2 – Guests: SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich, on Penn State’s win at windy Rutgers, Will Levis’ package needs to be expanded, Sean Clifford admitting being a game manager is important, the defense’s play, and more; KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon, on the Eagles loss at Green Bay, the quarterback situation, who should start…Hurts or Wentz? and more.
Tuesday 12/8/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Jalen Hurts named the new Eagles starting QB Sunday vs Saints, Ohio State-Michigan cancelled. Guest: Former Phillies Broadcaster Chris Wheeler, on the passing of Dick Allen, his tough years, why he’s not in the Baseball Hall of Fame and why he should be, Penn State football, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steelers-Washington preview with some of the country not able to watch, former Phillie Dick Allen dies. Guest: Scranton-Times Tribune’s Donnie Collins, on Penn State’s best game of the year, the run game, some emerging young players for the future, the need to upgrade at receiver and more.
Monday 12/7/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Penn State now knows what it has to do to win, how big a factor the wind was at Rutgers, Steve on Ohio State says Big 10 made the mistake of not leaving the door open to change championship game requirements, where he stands on the current College Football Playoff format.
Hour 2 – Guests: Penn State head coach James Franklin on the team creating more explosive plays, the quarterback play, having somewhat of a normal schedule at Rutgers, and more; PFF’s Anthony Treash with a look at the latest college football prospects.
Friday 12/4/20 Hour 1 – Guests: Penn State Women’s Ice Hockey Coach Jeff Kampersal, on the team’s season so far and more; Former Penn Stater and Charlotte TV analyst Regiald Walker Jr., with his thoughts on his alma mater’s season, the Clemson testing situations, and eye-opening thoughts as to why the SEC and ACC don’t do daily testing.
Hour 2 – Topics: The continued day-by-day uncertainty of sports and COVID, plus its our picks segment (a day early) with the King!
Hour 2 – Guest: ESPN’s Mike Golic Sr., who’ll be on the call of Penn State-MichiganSaturday on ABC, he says a big focus of the broadcast will be on how both programs have ‘fallen off the table,’ sometimes losing a game in a short season can snow ball, getting more sleep after ‘Mike and Mike’ ended, and more; plus its a Turkey Day edition of our picks segment with the King!
Wednesday 11/25/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Ravens-Steelers moved to Sunday afternoon, and Steve says Penn State’s struggles can relate to no spring practice, especially with new coaches in the trenches. Guest: Chris Mack, 93.7 The Fan Pittsburgh, he says its hard to see the NFL’s logic in its COVID decision making after the 2nd Steelers game was postponed for no fault of their own.
Hour 2 – Guests: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today – he says he can’t see any scenario Steelers-Ravens isn’t played Thanksgiving night, how the team continues to not look like a team scoring 30 points a game, so foundational pieces on defense, and more; Dave Pasch, ESPN/Arizona Cardinals Radio Play-By-Play, who’ll have the call of Penn State-Michigan Saturday from his home, on calling the DeAndre Hopkins hail mary catch, who he thinks will be at quarterback for Michigan and Penn State Saturday, reaching this point in the season during COVID and more.
Tuesday 11/24/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Ravens have 9 positive COVID cases, Penn State men’s hoops season opener vs. Drexel postponed. Guest: Geoff Mosher, Insidethebirds.com and long-time Eagles Reporter, on the Eagles 3rd down struggles, Carson Wentz’s struggles, offensive line injuries, and more.
Hour 2 – Steve reacts to the day in the NFL, while Matt rants about the Eagles again. Steve also updates on Penn State’s travel situation at Michigan Saturday. Guest: KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon, on the same mistakes by the Eagles, Wentz’s play and overall morale, and more.
Monday 11/23/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve points right to points off takeaways as dooming Penn State again, Guest: Bob Flounders, Penn Live, on the quarterbacks playing a big party in the team’s turnover issues, the team’s morale, the coaching staff needs to start focusing on young player development, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest:Ross Dellenger, SI College Football Writer, on Penn State’s 0-4 start, Indiana-Ohio State, Notre Dame’s start, and he says Alabama is the best team he’s seen so far. Plus, its our picks with the king!
Friday 11/20/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says the Saints have a trust issue with Jameis Winston, and confusion if Penn State, Eagles and Steelers have to wear face coverings during competition, Guest: Chad Leistikow Des Moines Register, with a preview of Iowa football at Penn State, the team’s racial scandal, and more.
Thursday 11/19/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Lamar Stevens signs 2-way deal with Cleveland and other NBA Draft reaction. Guest: Nate Bauer, Blue-White Illustrated, on Penn State men’s basketball starting to move on without Pat Chambers, Penn State football testing issues, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve goes through the top prospects for tonight’s NBA Draft, but says there’s a problem because most fans know more about second round prospects than first round prospects. Plus, Robinson Cano tests positive for PED use and is out for 2021.
Wednesday 11/18/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Notre Dame’s biggest strength is confidence, and an update to Penn State’s COVID-19 testing. Guest: Brian Tripp, Penn State Men’s Hockey Play-By-Play, on calling games from a monitor, the start of the season, who to look for, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Neal Coolong, USA Today/Steelers Wire, the 9-0 Steelers don’t look 9-0, Vince Williams’ impact, and a look at next week’s game at Jacksonville; Dave Zangaro, NBC Sports Philadelphia, on problems with the Eagles in all facets, Doug Pederson and Carson Wentz not on the same page, and more.
Tuesday 11/17/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State with high graduation success rates, some questions on coaching and Penn State’s talent level, James Franklin mull on QB situation.
Hour 2 – Guests: StateCollege.com’s Ben Jones – he says fans should be careful what they wish for when it comes to James Franklin, Will Levis’ play, what needs to improve and more; KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon, on now Ivy League basketball, the Eagles defensive struggles, the Giants are better, and more.
Monday 11/16/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says there are three things trending that’s led to Penn State’s 0-4 start, Guest: Rich Scarcella, Reading Eagle, he’s stunned Penn State keeps falling behind big in games, agrees there are three things trending in the 0-4 start, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani, with his thoughts on Journey Brown, what Penn State needs to do to get its first win, and more on the Nebraska game. Plus, we replay our interview with The New York Post’s Andrew Marchand on the battle between ESPN and NBC for future rights on Sunday Night Football.
11/13/20 Hour 1 – Guests: James Franklin on the loss of Journey Brown, keys to the Nebraska game, and how the team can get better; Penn State Men’s Golf Coach Greg Nye with his thoughts on The Masters, his team, and more.
Hour 2 – It’s an early Thursday edition of our picks segment with The King! Guest: Gerry Dulac, Pittsburgh Post Gazette, with his thoughts on Round 1 of The Masters, Tiger’s good start, Brycen DeChambeau’s good start with the 48-inch driver, Steelers prepping as if they’ll have Big Ben and Vince Williams, and more.
Thursday 11/12/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve reacts to the end of Journey Brown’s career and how he emerged into the player he was. Plus, we follow Round 1 of The Masters. Guest: SI.com’s Mark Wogenrich on the Journey Brown announcement, how well he’s handled the news, how it affects the team mentally, preview of the Nebraska game, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: ESPN College Football’s Ivan Maisel, on the challenges college football has faced with COVID, particularly with the SEC, his thoughts on Penn State’s struggles and more. Topics: Steve’s thoughts on the Adam Tellifero special on BTN last night,
Wednesday 11/11/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Ohio State-Maryland cancelled after COVID cases pop up at Maryland, Steve says he wasn’t impressed by Maryland’s defense and Penn State needs to get out to a lead and get more takeaways.
Tuesday 11/10/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve reacts to same fan emails, including one comparing this year’s team to the 2000 team, and James Franklin talks struggles without his family with him, looking at team culture, and Will Levis’ role going forward.
Hour 2 – Guests: Scranton Times-Tribune’s Donnie Collins, on players saying they’re not playing together and there’s distractions, where Penn State goes from here, they have a history of overcoming slow starts, and more; KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon on the Eagles getting help this weekend, more players returning from injury, and more.
Monday 11/9/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says ‘I don’t know’ when it comes to what’s gone wrong for Penn State, and reiterates he’ll never go after the coach or players. Guest: Mike Gross, LNP – he agrees he doesn’t know what he’s seeing either, he thinks mentality has been an issue for Penn State, and a look at Nebraska.
Hour 2 – Guest: Dick Jerardi, Philadelphia Inquirer/Penn State men’s basketball, getting you set for The Breeder’s Cup and his picks, plus Penn State Basketball and Patrick Chambers’ resignation. Plus, our picks with the King!
Friday 11/6/20 Hour 1 – Topics: An update on the minor league baseball situation and a look around college football this weekend. Guest: JJ Cooper, Baseball America, with the latest on when we can hear a resolution on the minor league baseball situation with MLB, and much more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Johnny Holiday, Maryland Play-By-Play, on Taulia Tagovailoa’s presence, the football team’s mindset after a big win, and tons of jokes with Steve; Tyler Donahue Lions 24/7 Sports on Penn State-Maryland, recruiting, and his take on no fans at Beaver Stadium.
Thursday 11/5/20 Hour 1 – Topics: More keys for Penn State against Maryland, baseball marketing. Plus, its our last high school football roundtable of the season.
Wednesday 11/4/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Antonio Brown’s time with the Bucs is probably his last chance, and Steve thinks the 49ers and Packers will play tomorrow night despite COVID concerns, plus he thinks some MLB players and agents might be tone deaf with the current economic climate.
Hour 2 – Guests: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, how the team could be a 13 or 14-win team, where the defense stands after getting gashed vs the run, Mike Tomlin’s handling of players, Lamar Jackson coming up small again, and more; Jeff Ermann, Maryland 24/7 Sports, on Taulia Tagovaiola’s impact, the win over Minnesota, the Terps run game, and more.
Tuesday 11/3/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Making sense of the sudden ESPN/NBC battle for Sunday Night Football, ESPN’s game presentation struggles, Wisconsin-Purdue cancelled, Guest: Andrew Marchand, NY Post, on the SNF battle, the NFL’s decision most likely won’t be based on production or TV booth, how Thursday Night Football could be part of the deal, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani on Ohio State dominating the line of scrimmage, Sean Clifford’s play, Ohio State on third down, and a look ahead to the Maryland game. Topics: Steve says there are now questions about Lamar Jackson, and the Eagles ugly win.
Monday 11/2/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says situational football, especially third down, hurt in Penn State’s loss to Ohio State, Justin Field’s stellar throws, and Sean Clifford’s getting hit too much. Guest: Reading Eagle’s Rich Scarcella – he says Penn State is no near Ohio State on the line right now, Sean Clifford getting hit a lot and running the ball too much, but he thinks Penn State’s talent is good enough to win out.
Hour 2 – Guests: Brad Edwards, ESPN Radio’s College Game Day, on Wisconsin’s COVID issues, Nebraska’s riffs with the Big 10, where Penn State has an advantage with Ohio State, and more. Plus, its our picks segment with the King!
Friday 10/30/20 Hour 1 – Guests: Penn State Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Sandy Barbour, on the outpouring of support from the pandemic, possible winter sports fan attendance, Penn State vs Va Tech in men’s hoops, and more; Robin Washut, HuskerOnline.com, on Nebraska’s troubles with the Big 10, how they almost played Chattanooga this weekend, season outlook and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Rob Maadi, AP/97.5 The Fanatic Philadelphia, on Carson Wentz making ‘Brett Farve-like plays,’ an injury update, where Jason Peters goes on the O-Line, Miles Sanders having elite back potential, keys to Eagles-Cowboys and more; Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, he thinks the Ravens are a better matchup for the Steelers than the Titans were, Steelers offense is getting better, Lamar Jackon’s maturation, and more.
Thursday 10/29/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Hear from Penn State Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing Chris Grassi on the virtual scoreboard and what else is happening for Saturday night’s game, plus its our high school football round table.
Hour 2 – Guests: Aaron Kasinitz, Ravens Reporter Penn Live, with his keys for the Ravens against the Steelers Sunday, Lamar Jackson’s play, yes, the Ravens offense needs help in coming from behind, the Ravens’ D, Yannick Ngakouke/Dez Bryant signings and more; Paul Keels, Ohio State Radio Play-By-Play, on the Buckeyes’ win vs Nebraska, Justin Fields play, Southern Columbia’s Julian Fleming impressing, Ohio State’s linebackers and more.
Wednesday 10/28/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve joins in the many criticisms of Kevin Cash pulling Blake Snell early, Wisconsin-Nebraska cancelled with Badgers positive COVID cases. Guest: Tim Kirkjian, ESPN, on Justin Turner’s positive COVID case during the game, pulling Snell, he’d be ‘very surprised’ if there’s full houses in the stands, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: The Bears offensive struggles despite being 5-2, and Nick Foles/Brian Griese comments on play calling, Wisconin’s COVID/QB situation. Steve also assess Penn State’s running back situation after the Noah Cain loss, and more on the match up with Ohio State.
Tuesday 10/27/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve reacts to the loss of Noah Cain for the season, but thinks Penn State has a chance to decently match up with Ohio State’s receivers. Steve also says the Big 10 should look deeper into targeting calls on if they warrant a player to miss the first half of a next game. Steve also questions about the ‘turnover card,’ end of the first half, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Frank Bodani, York Daily Record, he also thought the final play was short, Penn State’s staring at 0-2 in the face, Penn State now has personnel concerns in the midst of trying to correct mistakes, and more; Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio Philadelphia, why the division is now between the Eagles and Washington, Eagles are in good shape at QB, recapping the win over the Giants, and more.
Monday 10/26/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says Penn State uncharacteristically lost the game, it was hard for Deyn Ford to stop from going into the end zone, game shouldn’t have come down to final play despite looking short, Guest: Mark Wogenrich, SI.com, he thought the final play was short too but inconclusive on video, he would’ve run the ball with Sean Clifford instead of Ford, Penn State can’t be hung over on loss, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Rich Scarcella, Reading Eagle, on Parker Washington’s emergence on the depth chart, Penn State defense can carry the load, Penn State knows Indiana will be a challenge, returning to the normlacy of game day more. Plus its our picks segment with the king!
Friday 10/23/20 Hour 1 – We replay Steve conversation with Penn State Offensive Line Coach Phil Trautwein. Guest: Ben Jones, StateCollege.com, on his surprise of the sudden resignation of Pat Chambers, how the players recover and move forward, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Nate Bauer, Blue-White Illustrated – he also showed his surprise to Patrick Chambers’ resignation, trying to make sense of the decision and what led to it, Jim Ferry’s job ahead, and more; Paul Domowitch, Philadelphia Inquirer, with thoughts on tonight’s Eagles-Giants game, where the Eagles stand, and he talks his new book co-authored with Leo Carlin, “A Bird’s-Eye View: My Mostly Wonderful, Always Unforgettable Half-Century with the Philadelphia Eagles.”
Thursday 10/22/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve reacts to the sudden resignation and investigation into Patrick Chambers, his thoughts on interim coach Jim Ferry, and the program is been through sudden departures before. Plus, its our high school football round table.
Hour 2 – Topics: Mookie Betts play so far, Cowboys locker room troubles, and the runner on second rule and handling pitchers in MLB.
Wednesday 10/21/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State’s depth at offensive line is key now without Journey Brown in the backfield, Penn State testing going well and players should be credited, college football ratings should go up, Ryan Fitzpatrick’s comments getting passed over by Tua, and Jimmy Sotos denied waiver to play immediately at Ohio State.
Hour 2 – Guest: Neal Coolong, USA Today/Steelers Wire, on the Steelers domination on defense, Chase Claypool, the Titans trying to pull 12 men on the field, and more. Topics: Steve has more on Journey Brown potentially missing the 2020 season, Penn State has plenty of non-starters ready to contribute across the board, and an Indiana scouting report from Steve.
Tuesday 10/20/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Hear more of Steve’s conversation with Penn State Offensive Line coach Phil Trautwein, plus Steve reacts to Journey Brown possibly missing the 2020 season with an undisclosed medical condition, and who can be the next guy to step up. Steve also gets you ready for Game 1 of the World Series, and why the Dolphins are going to Tua now.
Hour 2 – Topics: York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani says Penn State-Indiana could be a back-and-forth affair, fans want to see Sean Clifford take it to the next level, playing without fans, and more. Plus, we continuing paying tribute to Doc Emerick, after announcing his retirement.
Monday 10/19/20 Hour 1 – Topics: It’s finally game week! Hear from Penn State Offensive Line coach Phil Trautwein, Steve questions Doug Pederson’s decision to go for 2 after the Eagles first touchdown, and Steve tributes Mike ‘Doc’ Emerick’s retirement. Guest: KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon, on Carson Wentz’s performance bringing the Eagles back, the quick turnaround with the Giants and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve goes on another anti-opener rant, the Colts false positives, and its our picks segment with The King!
Friday 10/16/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Setting up high school football and college football scenes – former Angels employee indicted in Tyler Skagg’s overdose death, UMass penalties, and Steve doesn’t understand the constant criticism of Joe Buck.
Hour 2 – Guests: Mark Wogenrich, SI.com, with takeways from James Franklin’s latest zoom conference, don’t expect perfection with the B1G returns in mitigating the virus, and more; Brad Nessler, SEC on CBS, on his surprise Georgia and Alabama are the only undefeated SEC teams left, Georgia’s depth, Evan Stetson’s play, what’s wrong with Bama’s D, and what the Bama sidelines will be like without Nick Saban.
Thursday 10/15/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve explains why more college football teams, especially in the SEC, are more topsy-turvy this year, and Le’veon Bell’s future. Plus, its week 6 of our High School Football Roundtable.
Hour 2 – Topics: A look at the high school football playoff picture, NCAA proposal to allow 1-time transfers in all sports without sitting a season, and an additional year granted to all winter sports athletes. Steve also didn’t like a question by a Braves reporter about the Dodgers near comeback last night.
Wednesday 10/14/20 Hour 1 – Topics: NFL cancels the Pro Bowl, and Steve reacts to the Florida COVID outbreak, postponing the LSU game, plus the Rays actually have the fewest home-grown players among the LCS teams, and why some players are better in some organizations.
Hour 2 – Guests: Neal Coolong, USA Today, on how the Steelers offense can benefit from Chase Claypool’s big day, Steelers run defense, Sunday‘s game with the Browns won’t be easy, and more; Ed Kracz, SI.com/Eagle Maven, on why the Eagles still need more offensively despite their best output of the season, Lane Johnson could be shutdown for the next two games, Miles Sanders needs a better compliment back and more.
Tuesday 10/13/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Guests: Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey Coach Guy Gadowsky as the team gets ready for the start of its shortened season November 13; Jonathan Bombouli, Pittsburgh Tribune, on the Matt Murray trade, life in the bubble and grueling process getting ready for it, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio Philadelphia, on the positives from the Eagles offense in the loss at Pittsburgh, the questionable officiating, what Dak Prescott’s injury does to the NFC East, and more; Scott Lauber Philadelphia Inquirer, with the latest on his report Phillies owner John Middleton wants President Andy MacPhail to step down, its unknown what MacPhail wants, MacPhail’s handling of Matt Klentak, and much more.
Monday 10/12/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Hear from Penn State DB coach Terry Smith, questionable PI calls in Steelers-Eagles game, lots of scoring in college football, and why Steve didn’t like Lebron’s postgame comments wanting ‘damn respect.’ Guest: Chris Mack, 93.7 The Fan Pittsburgh, on Big Ben’s play and still needs to develop in his return, the defense’s play, Chase Claypool’s big day, and more.
Hour 2 – WFAN Yankees Reporter Sweeny Murti with his Yankees-Rays Game 5 preview, Gerrit Cole’s pitching, Luke Voit handling the big stage, covering Aaron Judge, and more, and its our picks segment with The King!
Friday 10/9/20 Hour 1 – Hear from Penn State Defensive Backs Coach Terry Smith, TV ratings across sports remain down, why the NBA phrases on jerseys are bad from a marketing of players standpoint, and a positive NBA bubble story.
Hour 2 – Guests: Donnie Collins, Scranton Times-Tribune, with his thoughts on James Franklin’s post-practice press conference, where the team is now in Preseason II phase, and more. Topics: How the NFL should punish the Titans, and a look around the NFL and college football this weekend.
Thursday 10/8/20 Hour 1 – Hear from Penn State coach James Franklin, and its week 5 of our high school football roundtable.
Hour 2 – Guests: John McClain, Houston Chronicle – he says the team was going in the wrong direction under Bill O’Brien, who should be on the Texans list for a replacement, things probably won’t work with Romeo Crennel, and more; The Washington Post’s Scott Allen – familiarity with the offense doomed Dwayne Haskins and bumped up Kyle Allen, but Alex Smith is still the best looking QB in camp.
Wednesday 10/8/20 Hour 1 -Topics: A wild day of NFL COVID news and a change at QB in Washington, Penn State’s long-snapper gets a scholarship, Steve and Matt didn’t like Aaron Boone’s opener decision and the Packers’ fan situation. Guest: Bill Hillgrove, Steelers Radio voice, on Big Ben’s play so far, the pick-your-poison D-Line, the short bye week and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Houston Texans Radio Play-By-Play voice Marc Vandermeer on Bill O’Brien’s firing was due to radical moves not coming together, and he lost the locker room, plus he talks Deshaun Watson’s play; ESPN Titans Reporter Turron Davenport says proper masking may not have been followed by the team, but the team maintains it followed protocols.
Tuesday 10/6/20 Hour 1 – Hear Steve’s conversation with Penn State men’s basketball coach Patrick Chambers, and ESPN Titans Reporter Turron Davenport says proper masking may not have been followed with the team, who’s coming back from its COVID-19 outbreak.
Hour 2 – Guests: SI’s Mark Wogenrich recaps last week’s Penn State media day, what the Big 10 can learn from seeing other conferences play so far, pressure on the players to keep up with protocols and more; KYW Newsradio Philadelphia’s Matt Leon, on the Eagles win at San Francisco, Wentz’s play, Eagles new o-line and more. Topics: Steve asks what’s the difference in reacting to players not playing due to COVID as to any other illness
Monday 10/5/20 Hour 1 – Hear more of Steve’s conversation with Penn State coach James Franklin, plus The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Scott Lauber on Rhys Hoskins Tommy John surgery, Matt Klentak out but the decision only raises more questions, Phillies losing over $100 million from the pandemic, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: TV Voice of the Sixers, Marc Zumoff, NBC Sports Philadelphia – he says Doc Rivers gets a fresh start with the Sixers and is a ‘culture setter,’ but the Sixers are a different assembled team than he’s used to, and the Sixers haven’t reached their full potential. Plus its our picks segment with the King!
Friday 10/02/20 Hour 1 – Topics: James Franklin on moving on to Preseason II practices and more, and Steelers schedule changes announced. Guest: Dick Jerardi, Philadelphia Inquirer and Penn State basketball analyst – he says Authentic is your favorite, but gives his long-shot and other horses to keep an eye on, plus some college hoops talk as well.
Hour 2 – Topics: NBA, NHL, MLB all struggling with TV ratings, and Steve says don’t worry about lower SNF ratings. Plus, a look at what’s coming up in the NFL this weekend.
Thursday 10/0120 Hour 1 – Topics: What’s next for Steelers-Titans, and college hoops scheduling notes. Plus, its Week 4 of our High School Football Roundtable
Hour 2 – Guests: James Franklin on why Micah Parsons won’t return, and hear more of his media day press conference, plus Steve says ESPN’s MLB broadcasters need to be back in the booth, and more bad NBA ratings.
Wednesday 9/3020 Hour 1 – Topics: Hear more from Penn State Special Teams Coordinator Joe Lorig, Steve says Shane Bieber’s performance last night wasn’t as surprising as you may think and MLB-MiLB agreement expiring. Guest: Gerry Dulac, Pittsburgh Post Gazette & Steelers Radio Network, on why an unexpected short week won’t bother the Steelers next week, the NFL doesn’t want to move games around, NFL protocols will continue working and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Neal Coolong USA Today/Steelers Wire, on why the Titans-Steelers game should still be played, why the NFL is still looking to play the game, and more; Bob Brookover, Phillies Columnist Phiadelphia Inquirer, on the disastrous ending to the Phillies season, how Matt Klentak could be back, John Middleton’s slow decision making, and more.Topics: Steve says NHL fans should give Commissioner Gary Bettman a standing ovation, plus reaction to the Lightning winning the Stanley Cup.
Tuesday 9/29/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Hear from Penn State Women’s Basketball coach Carolyn Kreiger, plus Steve thinks the Titans COVID-19 cases won’t affect their game with the Steelers Sunday, and how Penn State’s offensive line is back to having good depth after the NCAA sanctions.
Hour 2 – Guest: Mike Conti, Sportsradio 92.9 The Game Atlanta and Penn State grad, on the Falcons 0-3 start, the onside kick debacle vs Dallas, and Braves playoff series with the Reds. Topics: Issues with COVID-19 testing at Syracuse and Georgia State, and other observations from around the NFL, including State College native Matt Ruhl’s first win with the Panthers.
Monday 9/28/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Hear from Penn State Special Teams Coordinator Joe Lorig, Steve struggles to take Matt off the Eagles ledge and reaction to upsets in college football over the weekend. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio Philadelphia, on why Carson Wentz has regressed, the calls for Jalen Hurts, and the possible long road ahead for the team.
Hour 2 – Topics: What pandemic-related rules should stay in the MLB and why college football is letting in more teams for bowl games this season. Plus, its our picks segment with the king!
Friday 9/25/20 Hour 1 – Topics: PAC-12, MAC returning, Guest: Reuben Frank, NBC Sports Philadelphia, on Carson Wentz’s struggles, the Eagles defense will be ok, and the Eagles win if Wentz manages the game.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve talks experience calling games with no fans when asked about calling a game in an empty stadium, and Steve reacts to name,image, and likeness bill, and why saying it could be the start of paying college athletes is bad timing right now.
Thursday 9/24/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve shares his Adam Taliaferro story, Penn State football now in preseason practice stage, and tries to talk Matt off the Eagles ledge. Plus, its Week 3 of our high school football roundtable, getting you ready for Shikellamy, Selinsgrove and Lewisburg’s matchups.
Hour 2 – Guests: Bob Nightengale, USA Today, on which teams are making noise at the right time, the Phillies woes, whether he likes this year’s postseason format, fans maybe in the stands for the World Series and more; Daniel Gallen, Penn Live Eagles Reporter, on Carson Wentz’s struggles, Jim Swartz admitting a bad game plan for the Rams loss, the Bengals matchup, and more. Plus, PAC-12 football fans have a different passion than Big 10 and SEC fans.
Wednesday 9/23/20 Hour 1 – Hear from Penn State Offensive Coordinator/QB coach Kirk Ciarrocca on what’s next for the offense, and Steve remembers the late Hall of Fame running back Gale Sayers. Guest: Russell Baxter, Profootballguru.com, continuing remembrance of Gale Sayers, his career, his relationship with Brian Piccolo and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Neal Coolong USA Today/Steelers Wire – he has concerns with Big Ben’s performance vs Denver and didn’t like how Ben threw the ball and how the Texans could exploit that next week; Mark Brennan, 24/7 Sports, on how prospects are dealing with the pandemic, how the lack of communication from the Big 10 really hurt coaches, what affect the odd practice schedule might have, and more.
Tuesday 9/22/20 Hour 1 – Guests: Sandy Barbour, Penn State VP for Intercollegiate Athletics, on what changed in the Big 10’s decision making, fans need to stay away and not gather around Beaver Stadium, virtual opportunities coming, and more; Mike Gross, LNP with his thoughts on Penn State’s schedule, Indiana will be a tough game, will media be able to travel to away games, and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Alex Kozora, Steelers Depot.com, on Big Ben’s play through two weeks, why Denver got back into yesterday‘s game, Bud Dupree’s play, a look ahead to Houston and more; Kim Jones, NFL Network, on there being more to Saquon Barkley’s injury, what his recovery will be like, the MetLife Stadium turf, and storylines that stand out from the first two weeks of the NFL season.
Monday 9/21/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve breaks down the new Penn State schedule and how times and TV will be hashed out, and Steve says its not the number of NFL injuries from yesterday that’s alarming – its the big names – including Saquon Barkley. Guest: Frank Bodani, York Daily Record – he says it’ll be strange seeing Penn State and Ohio State on Halloween night with no fans, how Penn State can lean on its O-Line/running game, Penn State’s togetherness in the locker room will be key, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Glen Macnow, Eagles Radio, on what happened in the Eagles collapse at Washington, the challenges the Rams present, the weak WR core, Doug P’s aggressiveness, and more. Plus its our picks segment with the king!
Friday 9/18/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Hear from Penn State Offensive Coordinator Kirk Ciarrocca, and Steve says Baker Mayfield and Joe Burrow are giving the Browns and Bengals a fighting chance . Guest: Ryan Snyder, Blue-White Illustrated/Rivals.com, on why moving the dead period to the end of the year is logical, getting to cover high school and college football games again, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Anthony Treach, PFF, on what prospects stood out in Week 1, the difficulty of grading prospects during the pandemic, especially if they test positive, who to look out for in week 2 and more. Plus, Penn State’s men basketball schedule changes, other conferences jumping back in, and hear from Penn State’s James Franklin and Sandy Barbour.
Thursday 9/17/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Hear from Penn State Defensive Coordinator Brent Pry, and its our high school football roundtable, getting you set for week 2 for Lewisburg, Selinsgrove and Shikellamy.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve clears the air on why Pat Friermuth didn’t opt out, Big 10 testing, what Big 10 basketball schedulers should do, and more. Guest: Richard Scarcella, The Reading Eagle, on the extensive medical protocols, the significance of the 21-day return rule for players who test positive, Pat Friermuth not opting out, and more.
Wednesday 9/16/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Big 10 football is back October 24! Steve has all the latest info, including what Penn State’s schedule will now look like. Guest: Mark Wogenrich, SI.com, on many questions still needing to be answered after today’s announcement, including bowl eligibility, and practicing hours, as well as some clarifications needed on who can be at games.
Hour 2 – Guest: Neal Coolong, USA Today/Steelers Wire, evaluating Big Ben’s play, Mason Rudolph apparently warmed up, the defense, and previewing Sunday’s game against Denver. Topics: NFL and college football ratings, and NBA ratings continue to struggle.
Tuesday 9/15/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Nebraska President caught on hot mic saying good news is coming for Big 10 football. Guest: Ben Jones, Statecollege.com, with this thoughts on what may be decided for Big 10 football, NCAA’s basketball upcoming announcement, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Adam Rittenberg, ESPN College Football Reporter – he says all of the Big 10 is all in or out to play this fall, and this issue is just one small thing for presidents to deal with during the pandemic, rapid testing will make logistics of releasing quarantining players faster, and he explains how difficult this issue has been to report on. Then Blue-White Illustrated’s Nate Bauer has the latest on what he’s hearing, reviewing the timing of all this and how the College Football Playoff could be affected.
Monday 9/14/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Following what the next Big 10 football decision will be, and how hard this is to report.
Hour 2 – Guest: Peter King, NBC Sports, on Brett Veach’s impact on the Chiefs, how different the season will be for him covering it, thoughts on the Steelers and more. Plus, its the return of our picks segment with The King!
Friday 9/11/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Last night‘s NFL kickoff game was a good one, but the TV ratings were down 16% – maybe because of the pregame social justice demonstrations? We assess what happened. Guest: Talor Battle, Penn State’s all-time leading scorer and new assistant coach, on his excitement to be back with the team, what he likes about returning players, and more.
Hour 2 – It’s the first edition of our high school football roundtable, and PFF’s Anthony Treash, with the prospects to watch this weekend, how prospects not playing right now are affected, and more.
Thursday 9/10/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Football is back, NCAA says no to ACC proposal on all-inclusive tourney, and when the B1G could meet again on football. Guest, Merrill Reese, the voice of the Eagles, explains what the radio broadcast will be like, we’ll see if the level of play is worse, offensive line concerns, and more.
Hour 2 – ESPN College Football Insider Brad Edwards, on COVID testing in college football, Notre Dame playing a conference schedule, the impact of no B1G and PAC-12 football and more. Topics: More on why the ACC coaches proposed an all-inclusive NCAA hoops tourney.
Wednesday 9/9/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says colleges need the money from an expanded NCAA tournament, reacting to Matt’s take against the ACC’s proposal to allow all D-I teams in for a NCAA hoops tourney this year.
Hour 2 – Topics: Remembering Lou Brock, Peter King’s column on Al Michaels, and more on why Kevin Warren needs to speak up. Guest: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, on Delvin ‘Duck’ Hodges being let go, Cam Heyward contract extension, Big Ben’s health, and more.
Tuesday 9/8/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Cutters and Spikes, MLB and MiLB affiliations running out soon, and Steve expresses frustration with COVID-19 reporting within certain sports like basketball that haven’t even formally practiced yet. Plus how the new rapid testing can help the sports world and college football, and Kevin Warren needs to be more vocal about playing or not playing this fall.
Hour 2 – Jody McDonald ‘Jody Mac’ from WIP, WFAN and CBS Sports Radio, remembering the late Mets grate Tom Seaver – his dad was the Mets GM at the time. He talks the kind of impact Tom Teriffic had on him as a kid, his dad’s relationship, a dumb bell story, and more. Plus, its our last set of sports trivia with the King before picks start again!
Friday 9/4/20 Hour 1 – Hear from Penn State Head Coach James Franklin from last nigh’s coach’s show, on what the team’s been up to since the postponement announcement. Guest: Dick Jerardi, Philadelphia Inquirer and Steve’s Penn State hoop’s broadcast partner, with a Kentucky Derby Preview, saying Tis The Law will be tough to beat.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve says last night’s NBA playoff games were some of the worst last minutes of basketball he’s seen. Steve also reacts to the latest Penn State mycrocarditis reports, and what the report actually said.
Thursday 9/3/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve remembers ‘Tom Terrific’ Tom Seaver, and goes on a rant of why pitchers then didn’t have the same issues of pitchers now and why the ‘opt out trend’ will be problematic.
Hour 2 – Guest: George Robinson, The Leaf Chronicle in Tennessee who covers Austin-Peay, on their opening game with Central Arkansas, what the rest of their season looks like, Damion Barber’s impact, and more. Topics: Phillies playing well, Yankees-Rays incident.
Wednesday 9/2/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State COVID test update, college hoops may start November 25, and why October 10 is the reported new target date to start Big10 football -Penn State would only need three weeks to ramp up according to Steve. Guest: Barry Abrams, ESPN, with a preview of Saturday’s Kentucky Derby.
Neal Coolong, with USA Today, talks Pittsburgh Steelers and Zach Berman of The Athletic talks Philadelphia Eagles
Hour 1 President Trump’s tweet pushing to have the Big 10 play this season. The president and Kevin Warren of the Big 10 have talked by phone. What sources are saying about the possibility of a Big 10 season, and when it could start. The tests for Covid-19, costs, how they are done, how quick the turnarounds are on tests. Penn State basketball has a coaching opening as Kevin Freeman returns to UCONN as assistant coach.
Hour 2 – Guest: John McClain, Houston Chronicle, on the big impression of John Reid at Texans’ camp, Bill O’Brien’s growth as a head coach and more. Topics: Recapping the MLB trade deadline, Eagles injuries and owner Jeff Lurie’s press conference.
Monday 8/31/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve remembers John Thompson, his standards as a coach, how he became successful and more. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio Philadelphia, on Jalen Reagor’s injury yesterday at Eagles camp, the Flyers’ struggles in the Islanders series, Sixers’ coaching search – including Dawn Staley as a rumored possibility.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve further examines how the Big 10 can start football around Thanksgiving. Guest: Jim Salisbury, NBC Sports Philadelphia’s Phillies Insider, on how the Phillies came to the decision not to play vs. the Nationals yesterday, what Phillies players have been leading the social justice charge, why bullpens are weak across the majors, and the Phils’ inconsistent play.
Friday 8/28/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Big 10 discussing possible start to the football season around Thanksgiving, and the pros and cons to that start. Guest: Nate Bauer, Blue-White Illustrated, on that possibility, how the B1G athletic directors and coaches were never really united on the postponement decision, it’ll be hard to convince the league presidents to start then, and more.
Guest: Will Hobson, Washington Post Sports Reporter, on the reporting around the videotape story with Washington Football Team’s Dan Snyder.
Topics: The NBA cancels games due to the Blake shooting in Wisconsin. Guest: Dennis Chambers, NBA reporter, on that and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Bucks boycott Game 5 of Round 1 series with the Magic to protest the Jacob Blake shooting in Wisconsin, and the rest of the teams scheduled to play follow suit, plus testing around college football.
Wednesday 8/26/20 Hour 1 – Topics: The recent letter sent from parents to B1G Commissioner Kevin Warren, a better idea of what a spring semester season could look like, and a Penn State COVID-19 testing update. Guest: Noah Levick, NBC Sports Philadelphia, on who the Sixers will be looking for in their coaching search, what went wrong for the team, GM Elton Brand, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, on the state of the Steelers’ locker room this year, training camp updates, NFL’s 77 false positive COVID-19 tests, and more. Topics: Lions cancel practice, Raptors threatening to boycott Game 1 of playoff series with the Celtics, and sports and news reporting getting ‘lax’ because of the pandemic.
Monday 8/24/20 Hour 1 – Topics: What Penn State football can do during the fall semester, Micah Parsons, Pat Friermuth named to 1st team All-American, what the local sports scene looks like this fall, and the Flyers’ loss. Guest: Ben Kerscheval, CBS Sports, on his story on James Franklin’s frustration, spring ball wouldn’t be that bad, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: NFL testing issues, and there’s four options to when NCAA basketball may starts. Guest: Sam Carchidi, Philadelphia Inquirer, previewing the Flyers-Islanders series – how similar both teams are, the Flyers are going to need more scoring from their top players, and what it meant for the Flyers to win a playoff series for the first time since 2012.
Monday 8/24/20 Hour 1 – Topics: An anti-climatic Indy 500, Luka Doncic’s game winner but Steve doesn’t buy the overall NBA hype. Guest: Andrew Kalista, FOX 43 York Sports Anchor, on the PIAA’s decision to play fall sports, what schools in southcentral PA are deciding, and more.
Hour 2 – It’s weekly sports trivia with The King, and PIAA Executive Director Dr. Bob Lombardi explains the decision to go ahead with fall sports, how the decision was made, when sports would start, and more.
Friday 8/21/20 Hour 1 – Topics: PIAA making decision regarding fall sports, and Iowa cuts four sports.Guest: Donnie Collins, Scranton-Times Tribune, on Kevin Warren’s letter, problems again with the timing of the decision, Penn State testing and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Ryan Snyder Blue-White Illustrated/Rivals.com, on how recruiting is and will be affected by no Big 10 football, and update on the dead period, and how no in-person recruiting has hurt coaching staffs. Topics: A look around MLB and NBA, and the struggles of baseball recruiting.
Thursday 8/20/20 Hour 1 – Steve reacts to Big 10 Commissioner Kevin Warren’s letter, says there’s a ‘perception problem’ with him. Guest: Frank Bodani, York Daily Record, on James Franklin’s frustration of protocols getting ready for the season not being good enough, the 12 hour rule doesn’t make sense, and PIAA unknowns.
Hour 2 – Penn State Head Coach James Franklin meets with the media following the Big 10 postponement. He expresses frustration with the timing of the decision, how difficult its been telling players and parents bad news without any answers, he doesn’t like the 12-hour rule, and how players and coaches weren’t heard before the decision.
Wednesday 8/19/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve doesn’t like Lane Kiffin’s comments on transfers, and he breaks down a report on what Big 10 spring football scheduling could look like.
Hour 2 – Guest: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, on Artie Burns comments not getting a fair chance to play in Pittsburgh, new dynamics of training camp and more. Topics: Steve has more on the bad NBA ratings, Big 10 parents going to conference headquarters to protest, and more.
Tuesday 8/18/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve’s only beef with the Tatis grand slam was swinging through a take sign, why there’s bad NBA ratings right now, and his problem with load management. Plus, why analytics can be a problem in the NBA and MLB. Guest: Serena Winters, NBC Sports Philadelphia Sixers Sideline Reporter, with her analysis of the team’s Game 1 loss to Boston, possible lineup changes on both sides after the Gordon Heyward injury, and more.
Hour 2 – Hear from Penn State VP of Intercollegiate Athletics Sandy Barbour – she discusses liability, she doesn’t see the B1G reconsidering the decision, how she doesn’t know if there was a vote, and much more. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio Philadelphia, on the Flyers getting away with ‘playing not to lose,’ and previewing Sixers-Celtics.
Monday 8/17/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve gives his early thoughts on Sandy Barbour’s zoom conference, and how he would schedule the spring semester season and next fall, the Justin Fields’ petition. Guest: Cindy Boren, The Washington Post, with more on the Field’s petition, the Washington Football Team hiring the first NFL franchise black President, Alex Smith’s recovery, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Flyers struggling in game 2, more on recent MLB testing, and ‘the King!’ is back for sports trivia and why the NBA ratings haven’t been good so far.
Friday 8/14/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Where we go from a tough week in college football, Steve says MLB is not a mess, plus more on microcarditis, and why COVID is not the only virus that can cause it. Guest: Sam Carchidi, Philadelphia Inquirer, with a look at what has led to the Canadiens’ success, if the Flyers can make a deep run, Carter Hart’s success, and what Alain Vigneault’s coaching style means to the team.
Hour 2 – Guests: Tony Knopp, Ticket Manager, on the financial repercussions of the COVID-19 impact on sports, how there’s still some unique opportunities for media even though TV money can’t be recovered, PAC-12 players union issues, NBA ratings bad, and how big labor strikes are coming in NBA and NFL ; Richard Scarcella, Reading Eagle who has a major disappointment with the Big 10 decision, but understood it, he’s not sure a spring season is possible, and what could happen with a PIAA fall sports decision.
Thursday 8/13/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Some good news from the Purdy Memorial Golf Tournament. Guest: Dave Hunziker, Oklahoma State football radio Play-By-Play, he says he thought the Big 12 was done at first, but understands all decision making. He also likes the Big 12 bye weeks, and he explains his broadcast situation this year.
Hour 2 – Guests: Dave Revsine, BTN, who interviewed B1G Commissioner Kevin Warren yesterday. He says its important for all teams to be on board with the conference’s decision, and it was the right decision. He also says B1G officials were uncomfortable with contact; Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USAToday – he says NFL should be first in playing, and the pro sports COVID-19 issues have been from players not complying with guidelines.
Wednesday 8/12/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve is taken back by Ryan Day’s comments, thought B1G Commissioner Kevin Warren struggled, plus he answers questions on who may or may not play for Penn State if there is spring football. Guest: Neil Rudel, Altoona Mirror, he also questions who may or may not play for Penn State in a possible spring season, and he wonders if the Big 10 would regret the decision if other conferences play in the fall with little or no issues.
Hour 2 – Topics: PAC-12 cancels fall sports through end of the year, and Nebraska may try to play outside the Big 10 in football – can that be done? And Steve says a spring football season would need to start by mid February.
Tuesday 8/11/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says it would’ve been better for the Big 10 to wait before deciding to cancel fall sports, and he’ still surprised by the decision, and has all the reaction from the Big 10, Penn State, and more. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio Philadelphia, on the Sixers struggles and notable injuries, Carter Hart’s play, the Phillies insanely bad bullpen, and Eagles starting training camp.
Hour 2 – Guest: Mark Wogenrich, SI.com, he says Penn State has created a ‘really good bubble’ since players returned, and Pat Freiermuth even mentioned he forgot about COVID while practicing, and he questions what are presidents and commissioners seeing now to stop college football.
Monday 8/10/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says the players and parents feeling comfortable with playing this year should say something. Guest: Chris Solari, Detroit Free Press- he confirmed Dan Patrick’s report of no B1G football – he says we’ll see who’s the power broker with the decision, academia or athletics? Plus, players still fear retaliation for opting out, and 2 B1G presidents are medical doctors with infectious disease backgrounds.
Hour 2 – Guest: PIAA Executive Director Bob Lombardi joins the show following the PIAA’s decision to delay the start of fall sports by two weeks. He says the PIAA ‘doesn’t want conflict’ with the governor, instead ‘let’s put our thinking caps on’ for our young people.’ He says the PIAA is also 100% opposed to having no fans at games, and a lot more. Plus, its weekly sports trivia with ‘The King!’
Friday 8/7/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve says he expected today’s PIAA decision to delay the start of fall sports, Penn State football starts practice, and Steve isn’t panicking on where the sports world is on managing COVID-19. Guest: Penn State historian Lou Prato, on Penn State football playing through the Spanish Flu pandemic, politics within the locker room at that time, and much more.
Guests- Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette on the PGA Championship and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Phil Steele of ESPN talks about college football.
Topics- Penn State preseason ranking; Micah Parson’s announcement regarding 2020 season and 2021 NFL draft; Beaver Stadium guidelines during COVID-19; Governor’s recommendation about high school sports.
Hour 2 Adam Purdy on the Purdy Memorial Golf Tournament that Steve is broadcasting from. Talked about the MLB season so far, which is about a quarter of the way done. MLB has played more games than the NHL and NBA combined. Penn State’s football schedule for this fall, and how the teams look that they are playing
Hour 1 Talked about Penn State’s Micha Parsons and other players opting out of football this fall, Penn State’s linebacker situation, and the Nittany Lions’ football schedule as it stands now. Andrew Marchand of ESPN on on-air broadcast teams, including for Monday Night Football, and ABC wanting the Super Bowl, and his opinion of the in-studio play-by-play in games being covered right now.
Hour 2 – Guest: Brandon Gaudin, BTN, on why there’s still no B1G football schedule, how doing the Madden game has helped him prepare to possibly call games in a studio or with no fans, and his views on B1G basketball for next season. Plus, Steve Engle from Purdy Insurance previews tomorrow’s Truman H. Purdy Memorial Golf Tournament.
Tuesday 8/4/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve has a B1G football schedule update, and what other NFL teams are doing about fans in the stands. Guest: Jim Jackson, NBC Sports Philadelphia Flyers Broadcaster/Phillies Radio Network, with praise for Carter Hart in the Flyers goal, the team’s hot restart, and he says the MLB ‘had to’ implement the 7-inning rule.
Hour 2 – Who most baseball fans would rather see at bat, and Steve thinks PAC-12 players overstepped their boundaries on other people trying to make a living.
Monday 8/3/20 Hour 1 – Topics: We react to the PAC-12 player demands not to boycott this football season, and Steve’s perceptions on the NBA and NHL bubbles and MLB virus problems. Guest: Emily Giambalvo, The Washington Post, with her analysis of the PAC-12 players demands, worries of administrators of the power players have, players signing waivers, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Steve reacts to newest Iowa football racial report, what should and shouldn’t matter about players conducting themselves on and off the field, and more. Plus, its weekly sports trivia with ‘The King!’
Friday 7/31/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Cardinals-Brewers postponed, what continues to go wrong for MLB, and Steve wants to know why minor league players still haven’t been used yet. Plus, the NBA is back. Guest: Former Penguins Reporter Bob Grove, previewing the Pens-Habs series, who’ll start in goal, and a look around the rest of the NHL as the play-in games start this weekend.
Hour 2 – Guest: Dennis Dodd, CBS Sports, on Big 12 and PAC-12 football scheduling, ACC and Notre Dame scheduling, and more. Plus, the SEC announces 10 -game conference football schedule starting Sept. 26.
Thursday 7/30/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Phillies-Jays postponed and what should’ve been done to prevent Sunday’s game from playing, PIAA says no fans for now, NBA and NHL starting up, Iowa football’s racial saga, and B1G looking at 10 conference games, and who bye weeks should work.
Hour 2 – Guests: Nate Bauer, Blue-White Illustrated, with his reaction to the latest Penn State COVID results, the possible college football schedule, and more; Tom Deinhart Purdue football writer for goldandblack.com, saying the B1G will likely choose between 9 or 10 games for football, what the season may look like, and more.
Tuesday 7/28/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State’s latest COVID test results includes 8 positives, Phillies and Marlins COVID updates, and why Penn State football has played Iowa every year lately. Guest: Mike Gross, LNP, saying the PIAA fall season will be decided by the state, but school districts have the ultimate say, but experts are telling the PIAA fall sports can start on time. Plus, his thoughts on college football starting on time.
Hour 2 – Guest: Scott Lauber, Philadelphia Inquirer, with the latest on the Phillies in the midst of the Marlins/MLB COVID-19 outbreak, what’s next for the team, potential players that could opt-out, and why its best for MLB to use winning percentage for the playoffs. Topics: What went wrong with the Marlins not speaking up before Sunday’s game and what happens next, and week 0 now allowed for the upcoming college football season.
Tuesday 7/28/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Marlins off this week, Phillies won’t play until Friday, and all the latest MLB COVID-19 outbreak news, and COVID-19 college football scheduling announcements. Guest: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, on how NFL Training Camps will start with their virus protocols, what the future is, and the latest on the Steelers entering camp.
Talked Penn State Football, now into day 3 of walk-throughs. How Penn State, Michigan State, and other colleges are dealing with Covid-19. Frank Bodani of the York Daily Record, talking Penn State Football. Tony DeFazio of the Pittsburgh Sports Report talked Steelers football and Pirates baseball. An incident that Derrell Johnson-Koulianos, the new wide receiver coach for Bloomsburg University, had to deal with at a practice as a player at Iowa
Hour 1 – How Covid-19 is affecting the MLB schedule, including tonight’s Phillies game being postponed, the 60 man rosters, and the MLB owners meeting today, which was a regular weekly meeting. Matt Leon, sports anchor and reporter in Philadelphia, talked about the baseball situation, the upcoming NFL and college football seasons, and what’s going on with the NBA.
Hour 2 – Guest: US Senator Pat Toomey on his MLB Roundtable hosted Tuesday, he likes how players are buying in, and he would’ve like to see the Blue Jays in Pittsburgh. Plus, ‘The King’ returns for weekly sports trivia.
Friday 7/24/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State football transitioning day and where B1G teams stand in return from COVID-19, plus Penn State basketball practice updates, and the Blue Jays get Buffalo. Guest: Paul Alexander, AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh, who expressed his displeasure with state government not allowing the Blue Jays to play at PNC Park, if the Pirates can make noise in a shortened season, Steelers reporting to camp, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Mike Golic Jr., ESPN, on his dad’s influence and advice in new role for ESPN Radio afternoons, his time moving up the radio ladder, and why fans can’t get complacent on COVID-19 precautions with sports back. Plus, hear from Penn State LB Ellis Brooks, on the depth at the position, life in quarantine and practices, and more.
Thursday 7/23/20 Hour 1 – Topics: It’s Baseball Opening Day, Steve has an update on the Penn State student athlete testing positive for COVID-19, and the NHL introduces the Seattle Kracken, while the Washington Football Team is named. Guest: Chris Mack, 93.7 The Fan Pittsburgh, on the disappointment not having the Blue Jays play at PNC Park, what to expect from the Pirates in a shortened season, the team’s future, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: SEC football to play eight games, and the best way to schedule B1G football this year and how it could be laid out. Plus, Penn State DT Judge Culpepper
Wednesday 7/22/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Baseball Opening Day tomorrow, Mookie Betts mega extension, and PA Department of Health denies Blue Jays to play at PNC Park.
Hour 2 – Guests: Dan Baker, Phillies Public Address Announcer, entering his 49th year – he says he has some experience announcing in empty stadiums, the Phillies bright future, the need for the return of sports in our country, and more; Phil Steele, ESPN, Phil Steele’s College Football Preview, with some big expectations for Penn State football, and he gives an extensive preview of B1G football this year.
Monday 7/21/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve gives his perspective on the issue of race in our country following Gabe Kapler kneeling during national anthem, and some Penn State basketball, football, and B1G football notes. Guest: Neal Coolong USA Today/Steelers Wire, on the NFL offering no preseason games this year, giving players the opt-out option, and more on the NFL-NFLPA safety protocol negotiations.
Hour 2 – Guests: John McClain, Houston Chronicle – he says what NFL wants to do to get season started is ‘unfair,’ NFL should move training camp back, but still thinks an agreement will get done; Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio Philadelphia, on how Joe Girardi and the Phillies have handled the return to play on and off the field, the Flyers and Sixers chances in their respective postseasons, what’s next for Ivy League and what other Philly schools like Temple are doing for fall sports.
Friday 7/17/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Baseball’s back, concerns on no NFL safety protocols, Peter King’s FMIA column on Washington football, and things getting worse within Iowa football. Guest: Scott Allen, The Washington Post, with his perspective on the paper’s Washington football story, if Dan Snyder will sell the team and what would make him do it, his nickname thoughts, and more.
Hour 2 – ‘The King’ is back with weekly sports trivia, and ESPN Washington football Reporter John Keim joins us – he says he doesn’t know what owner Dan Snyder knew or didn’t know. Keim also says he knew play-by-play voice Larry Michael would be in the report, how meaningful Ron Rivera is to the team now, and how these acts were at a ‘higher level’ than other NFL franchises.
Friday 7/17/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Reaction to the Washington Post Washington football story. Guest: Tyler Donahue, Lions 24/7 Sports, on some big recruiting news for Penn State, including four from the Detroit area, plus his thoughts on the latest decisions regarding college fall sports.
Hour 2 – Joe Juliano, Philadelphia Inquirer, with his feelings on starting college football on time, decision making regarding that, Philadelphia’s inconsistent stance on fans at Eagles games this year, and a Philly sports COVID outlook. Plus, hear from Penn State Safety Trent Gordon’s recent zoom conference, on his position change and more.
Thursday 7/16/20 Hour 1 – Topics: PIAA still moving forward with fall sports and Steve questions why we don’t hear when schools who suspended football practice resume practicing. Guest: Bucknell University Director of Athletics and Recreation Jermaine Truax, saying health and safety was behind cancellation of Patriot League fall sports, spring is on the table for fall sports, start of winter sports on time still TBD, but still a possibility, budget concerns and more.
Wednesday 7/15/20 Today’s full show: Penn State football COVID-19 test results, plus an update on Ohio State and Kansas State testing, other Power 5 coach’s comments on playing, and the PSAC announcement. We then broke away for a press conference with Governor Tom Wolf and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine, that can be found at WKOK.com.
Hour 2 – Guest: Daniel Gallen, Eagles Reporter for PennLive, with his thoughts on the Jason Peters signing, Andre Dillard’s future, Jalen Hurts, and some position outlooks for the 2020 season. Topics: How the Washington name change will evolve overtime with fans.
Tuesday 7/14/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Lots of big deals going down in the NFL, Jason Peters back with the Eagles, and Penn State football coaches now get to meet with players in phased reopening. Guest: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, on how players could not report to training camp if they don’t like the COVID-19 protocols, the Steelers COVID-19 plan for training camp, his take on Washington’s name change, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Andrew Marchand, New York Post, on the suspension of ESPN NBA Insider Adrian Wojarnowski, what prompted him to send the F-bomb email to a Missouri senator, no fracture with ESPN, and more. Plus, hear from Penn State Safety Jonathan Sutherland on his return to Penn State from Canada during the pandemic, and more.
Monday 7/13/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Reaction to The Patriot League cancelling fall sports, Penn State football transitions to next reopening phase, and Redskins officially announce name change. Guest: Greg Brown, the voice of the Pittsburgh Pirates, on the MLB restart and how the 60-game schedule can affect the team, his first impression of new manager Derek Shelton, DH candidates, and much more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Mark Brennan, 24/7 Sports, reacting to the B1G fall sports announcement, and what needs to be done to play college sports safely, and why society behaviors matter. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin is back with weekly sports trivia.
Thursday 7/10/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Top replacement names for Washington football, Guest: JP Finlay, NBC Sports Washington Redskins Insider, on what names are emerging to replace ‘Redskins,’ mixed reaction from fans to change the name, and other means for the organization to consider for the name change.
Hour 2 – Guests: Austin Gayle, PFF, with the latest numbers heading into the 2020 season on Micah Parsons and other top college prospects; Emily Kaplan ESPN NHL Reporter and Penn State grad, with the latest on the NHL’s phase reopening plans, on next season maybe starting December 1, and the marathon of games fans will get to watch. Plus, how the B1G’s fall sports decision could affect other power 5 conferences’ decisions, and how it would negatively affect smaller conferences like the MAC.
Wednesday 7/9/20 Hour 1 – Topics: More reaction on the Ivy League’s fall sports decision, the ACC’s decision to delay fall sports, and B1G fall sports, including football, may just have conference games. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio, on the Ivy League’s no fall sports decision, Penn’s situation, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: New Denver Nuggets GM and former Penn State men’s basketball player Calvin Booth, on his dad’s passing, working his way up, being in ‘the bubble’ in Orlando, and more. Plus, the Ivy League cancels fall sports, no sports until after January 1, more on Stanford’s cuts, and the NFL asking players to use 35% of player salaries in escrow.
Wednesday 7/8/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Jack Hamm’s hole-in-one, Stanford to cut 11 varsity sports after next year, how Brett Veach still makes Pat Mahomes mega deal so team friendly, and athletes we’d pay to see.
Hour 2 – Guest: Richard Scarcella, Reading Eagle, on Sandy Barbour’s latest press conference, how pro sports resuming will affect college sports, and more, plus Cindy Boren, The Washington Post, on the Redskins possible name change.
Tuesday 7/7/20 Hour 1 – Guests: We replay interviews with Joe Putnam, State College Spikes, on the cancellation of the minor league baseball season, and Scott Franzke, Phillies Radio Play-By-Play Broadcaster, on his time off during the pandemic, what spring training 2 will look like, the state of the team at this point, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: What Patrick Mahomes’ 10-year contract extension means for the rest of the NFL, and the challenges GM and Mount Carmel native Brett Veach now face in the future. Plus, what’s going into the decision making of the Redskins name change.
Monday 7/6/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Rasir Bolton/Patrick Chambers noose controversy resurfaces; Hear statements from Chambers, AD Sandy Barbour, and other Penn State players, and Steve says use of the word was wrong, but says Chambers is passionate loving all his players.
Hour 1- Guest: Sandy Barbour, VP of Athletics for Penn State, on the upcoming football season.
Hour 2 – An interview with Penn State linebacker Jesse Luketa Penn State. Steve talked about ridiculous contracts where athletes, like Bobby Bonilla, are still being paid – Bobby gets $1.2 million a year, every year. Reviewed the top 16 crazy contracts still being paid off.
The possibility of high school, college and pro football having a season, how it could all play out. Joe Putnam of the State College Spikes, talking about the cancellation of the minor league baseball season, and some things the Spikes may do for fans. Players opting out – or not – of a season and how it effects tv viewership, and winning.
Guest: Scott Franzke, radio broadcaster for the Philadelphia Phillies, on preparations for Major League Baseball’s return. Topics: Minor League Baseball is cancelled for this year.
Hour 1- Topics: Minor League Baseball, allegations against Iowa Football Coach Kirk Ferentz.
Hour 2 – Topics: More on COVID-19 affecting sports resuming, and Steve’s brother Kevin is back for weekly sports trivia.
Friday 6/26/20 Hour 1 – Topics: NBA test results and upcoming MLB testing, and why Steve won’t criticize players for opting out of resumed seasons. Plus, hear from Penn State kicker Jake Pinegar.
Hour 2 – Guest: Dieter Kurtenbach, Bay Area News Group, on the NBA restart, what the Lakers have been doing, and more. Plus, hear from Penn State Kicker/Punter Jordan Stout.
Thursday 6/25/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Why the NBA is choosing to bring back 22 teams, which PSU football player has a chance to be named on the B1G All Decade football team next week, the new Seattle NHL arena, and the NFL Hall of Fame weekend is cancelled.
Hour 2 – Guest: Mark Wogenrich, SI.com, on some Penn State football players not returning during the phased reopening and more. Topics: The NBA’s restart format, and Steve feels Lamar Stevens was a BTN All-Decade Basketball Team list.
Wednesday 6/23/20 Hour 1 – Topics: James Franklin will be away from his family during the upcoming season, and the latest reaction to the Bubba Wallace/noose situation in NASCAR. Plus, our reaction to the runner on 2nd base rule in extra innings and other MLB health protocols.
Hour 2 – Guests: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, with some position outlooks, and COVID-19 hitting the team earlier this offseason; Bob Pockrass NASCAR FOX Reporter, on Bubba Wallace’s impact, whether security cameras were on or off during the noose incident, how NASCAR didn’t have a choice banning the Confederate Flag, and much more.
Tuesday 6/23/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve gives his thoughts on the unity shown in NASCAR for Bubba Wallace, and Steve’s still not panicking after more positive COVID-19 cases with the Phillies reported. Guest: Andrew Brandt, MMQB Columnist, Business of Sports Podcast, with some criticism of sports resuming now with higher risk of coronavirus, future CBA’s of the MLB and NFL, the MLB negotiations, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: ESPN Eagles Reporter Tim McManus, on the Brandon Brooks injury, where the Eagles stand during an unusual offseason, and how their talent should be one of the best in the NFL; Mark Brennan, Lions 24/7/FightonState.com, on how fans should be proud of the team for enduring this offseason, no matter what happens on the field.
Monday 6/22/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Reacting to a tough weekend of COVID-19 surges in the sports world. Guest: Greg Pickel, PennLive.com, on where Penn State football stands on recruiting at this point, and the latest with the pandemic affecting the offseason.
Hour 2 – Guest: Scott Lauber, Phillies Writer for the Philadelphia Inquirer, joins us to react to Phillies outbreak news and has the latest, and his frustrations with the MLB negotiations. Plus, its weekly sports trivia with Steve’s brother, Kevin.
Friday 6/19/20 Hour 1 – Topics: 8 people in the Phillies organization, including five minor league players, test positive for COVID-19, forcing the closure of the Clearwater facility. Other clubs closed facilities due to outbreaks as well, but find out why Steve says keep calm about the state of sports resuming. Steve also gives his thoughts on broadcasting a game without fans, or having artificial crowd noise.
Hour 2 – Guests: Dick Jerardi, Steve’s broadcast partner and Philadelphia Inquirer, with a preview of this weekend’s Belmont Stakes and more; Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, on the tricky NFL/COVID-19 situation, advertising, and more.
Thursday 6/18/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Why the players are more at fault now as the MLB negotiations take another bad turn, and why Scott Boras maybe to blame as well. Guest: Ben Jones, Statecollege.com, on new renovations, including a new QB lab being built at Penn State’s facilities, players’ dealing with COVID-19 challenges, all players will be back on campus next week, a look at wide receiver, and more.
Wednesday 6/17/20 Today’s full Steve Jones Show: Hour 1 – Topics: What to make of MLB and players union closing in on an agreement to play the 2020 season, and what happens to minor league baseball now. We then broke away for a press conference with Governor Tom Wolf and Secretary of Health, Dr. Rachel Levine, hear that at WKOK.com. Hour 2 – Hear from Penn State Running Back Noah Cain, plus ESPN’s Karl Ravech joins us on the MLB and its players closing on the agreement to play the 2020 season, if he feels Rob Manfred is still trying to grow...
Hour 2 – Guest: PIAA Executive Director Dr. Bob Lombardi, on his thoughts on not having a one size fits all option getting high school sports back, hearing all of PA will be in the green phase soon, ending the rest of the winter and spring sports seasons, and more. Topics: Ranking NFL broadcasts.
Tuesday 6/16/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State football players continue to test upon their return to campus, some local connections to College Football Hall of Fame nominees, and big problems with the MLB negotiations. Plus, hear from Penn State Linebacker Micah Parsons.
Hour 2- Guests: Audrey Snyder of The Athletic on Penn State’s start-up of football workouts. Dave Sheinin of the Washington Post on baseball’s labor relations and starting? the season.
Hour 1- Topic: Major League Baseball “negotiations” about restarting. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio.
Hour 2 – Hear from Penn State Wide Receiver Jahan Dotson on testing, hotel life and working out back at Penn State, and more. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin is back for weekly sports trivia.
Friday 6/12/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Kyrie Irving’s complaint on NBA resumption plans, the latest baseball proposal and Penn State athletes COVID-19 testing. Guest: Alex Colie Fox43 York, on the return of high school sports, the PIAA’s standpoint, no spring season, and more.
Hour 2- Guests: Serena Winters of NBC Sports Philadelphia on the 76ers and the NBA’s return in Florida. Penn State’s Keaton Ellis on Penn State Football’s return after COVID-19.
Hour 1- Topics: Major League Baseball draft analysis. Guest: Justin Martinez of the Las Cruces Sun News on the pick of Nick Gonzalez of New Mexico State to the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Hour 2 – Cindy Boren, The Washington Post, on sports returning from the pandemic and more. Topics: The missed opportunities by baseball.
Wednesday 6/10/20 Hour 1 – Topics: High School, college, pro sports can resume voluntary workouts in PA, and who’s to blame for the MLB negotiations. Guest: Steven Means, Cleveland.com, on Ohio State football, is there any competitive advantage to some teams starting early, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, on the future of Steelers Training Camp at Saint Vincent College. Topics: Duke and UNC’s concerns about name, image and likeness rule, and how some college players could’ve made big money from social media posts under it.
Tuesday 6/9/20 Hour 1 – Topics: The release of NCAA guidelines for football to start activities in July, and a local connection to the Iowa football racial allegations. Guest: Matthew Coller, PurpleInsider.com, with more on the Dalvin Cook contract dispute with the Vikings.
Monday 6/8/20 Today’s full Steve Jones Show: Hour 1 – Topics: Reacting to the latest in the baseball negotiations, Iowa athletic department’s first COVID-19 case and yes, the opening of the Indy Car season. We then broke away for a press conference with Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine. Hear that at WKOK.com. Hour 2 – Guests: Mark Wogenrich, Sports Illustrated, on his piece detailing James Franklin in quarantine; Matt Leon KYW Newsradio Philadelphia, on the protests and Philly athletes taking part, MLB negotiations, and the NHL and NBA reopening plans.
Hour 2 – Guest: Nate Bauer, Blue-White Illustrated, on Penn State athletes anxious getting back to campus, Penn State football offseason, Penn State Male-Female Athletes of the Year, and more. Plus, its weekly sports trivia with Steve’s brother, Kevin.
Friday 6/5/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Oklahoma State basketball hit with tourney ban, Penn State athletes start coming back Monday, and how bad things have gotten for the MLB. Guest: Bill Bender, Sporting News, with a look around the B1G in football, Penn State, and more.
Thursday 6/4/20 Today‘s full Steve Jones Show. Hour 1 – NBA finalizes its resuming plans, and NHL gives more details to its resuming plans. Plus, hear from Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford. Hour 2 – We broke away for a press conference with Governor Tom Wolf – listen at WKOK.com. Topics: Where we stand three months before the college football season, and Steve would like to see July no-pad OTA’s across college football implemented.
Hour 2 – Lamar Stevens, Danae Rivers announced as Penn State Male-Female Student Athletes of the year. Guest: Ben Kercheval CBS Sports, on his article on Johnny Majors, legendary Tennessee football player and coach, who died today.
Wednesday 6/3/20 Hour 1 – Topics: NBA, NHL ready to go, MLB negotiations still struggling. Plus, hear from Penn State Defensive Lineman PJ Mustifer.
Hour 2 – Neal Coolong, USA Today/Steelers Wire, on whether Cam Newton can be a back up, and how quarterback contracts are continuing to go up. Topics: Damion Barber puts his name in the transfer portal, and whether there’s a competitive disadvantage of college football programs starting voluntary workouts at different times.
Tuesday 6/2/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Remembering Wes Unseld, and college coaches and athletes continue voicing their thoughts against racism. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio Philadelphia, on how the NHL 24-team playoff format affects the Flyers, frustration with MLB negotiations, and more.
Monday 6/1/20 Today‘s full Steve Jones Show. Steve addresses weekend protests over George Floyd, and the damage MLB would do if there is no season. We then stepped away for a press conference with Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine, and the Department of Aging Secretary, find that at WKOK.com. Guests in the next hour include Jim Salisbury, NBC Sports Philadelphia Phillies Insider, saying a shorter season is better, how quickly a deal needs to get done, and reaction to the Roy Halladay 30 for 30. Plus Bob Grove, formerly of the Penguins Radio Network, analyzing the 24-team playoff, the...
Hour 2 – Guest: Rich Scarcella, The Reading Eagle, recapping Penn State football’s offseason, minor league baseball issues, and more. Plus, its weekly sports trivia with Steve’s brother, Kevin.
Friday 5/29/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Turmoil within the Mets minor league system and a tough 6 months for the sport in general. Guest: JJ Cooper, Baseball America, with the latest on cuts around minor league baseball, what’s the future, and if political pressure could play a factor.
Hour 2 – Hear from Penn State Tight End Pat Freiermuth, the NFL tables to change up the onside kick, and more on the ongoing MLB negotiations, including Scott Boras’ comments.
Thursday 5/28/20 Hour 1 – Topics: NFL does away with 4th and 15 at 25 yard line rule in lieu of onside kick, and Steve still thinks the MLB can get a deal done. Guest: Dave Shenin, Baseball Columnist, The Washington Post, on where the MLB negotiations stand and when they have to be done by, Max Scherzer’s comments, and an update on minor baseball cuts.
Wednesday 5/27/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Looking at the big cuts players would take under MLB owner’s proposal to resume play, and what Steve’s proposal would be. We then broke away for a press conference with Governor Tom Wolf and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine, hear that at WKOK.com. Hour 2 – Guest: Sam Carchidi, Flyers Beat Writer Philadelphia Inquirer, with his thoughts on the 24-team playoff, will this affect the better teams at the time of the stoppage, what the Flyers are doing during this time, how the US/Canada border will not affect players coming back, and more....
Hour 2 – Guest: Derrick Gunn, NBC Sports Philadelphia, on the perception of Andre Dillard, Jason Peters possibly coming back, Jalen Hurts and more. Topics: How another expansion team could help the MLB, NHL 24-team playoff announcement, and MLB and players still fall apart on proposal to resume play.
Monday 5/26/20 Hour 1 – NHL announcing phased reopening plan to resume play, and MLB entering make or break week to resume play. Guest: Tim Kurkjian, ESPN, on a series of stories he wrote on a number of players to bypass the COVID-19 stoppage in baseball, and the latest on the MLB’s negotiations to resume play.
Friday 5/22/20 Hour 1 – SEC opening facilities for volunteer workouts June 8, and other schools announcing facility openings, and NHL is voting on resuming with a 24-team playoff format, Guest: Penn State CB Tariq Castro-Fields meets the media via Zoom.
Hour 2 – Guests: Dennis Chambers, CBS Sports, with the latest on the NBA trying to resume its season, when it would have to resume by, how the Sixers have been affected, and more. Plus, U.S. Senator Pat Toomey (R-PA), with a recap of his virtual roundtable to resume youth baseball and softball that included Major League Baseball’s Baseball and Softball Development Executive Vice President and former Los Angeles Angels general manager Tony Reagins, softball superstar Jennie Finch, Little League president Stephen Keener, Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a physician and public health expert, and the greatest shortstop in Philadelphia Phillies history, Jimmy...
Thursday 5/21/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Evaluating how far we’ve come since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Guest: Cory Giger, Altoona Mirror, on the state of minor league baseball, including the Altoona Curve, State College Spikes, and quick thoughts on Penn State football’s offseason.
Hour 2 – We replay our interviews with BTN’s Dave Remsine, and Frank Bodani of the York Daily Record.
Wednesday 5/20/20 Hour 1 – Topics: MLB negotiation struggles to resume season. Guest: Donnie Collins, Scranton Times-Tribune, on Jim Harbaugh’s comments on playing games without fans, absence of minor league baseball, and Penn State offseason notes.
Hour 2 – Guest: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, on Big Ben’s haircut against Governor Tom Wolf’s orders, his recent workout with teammates, James Conner’s future, and more. Topics: The guy who made the infamous ‘Flu/food poisoning game’ MJ pizza explains himself, and MLB cities’ COVID-19 situations and proposal, and other player concerns.
Tuesday 5/19/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Big Ben ‘in trouble’ with the Governor getting his hair cut and beard trimmed, Notre Dame’s new proposed fall semester schedule, NFL opening some facilities on a limited basis today, Rooney rule changes, and updates on the MLB season.
Hour 2 – Guests: Ben Strauss, The Washington Post, with more on why Jerry Krause broke up the Bulls, if some of the top players would’ve returned on one-year deals, and other analysis of the documentary; Bob Nightengale, USA Today Baseball Columnist, with the latest on the baseball negotiations, strict health protocols, how the media will be able to cover games, universal DH, and more.
Monday 5/18/20 Hour 1 – Live sports returned with the PGA and NASCAR resuming Sunday, while we await major sports leagues’ return. Plus, the final two episodes of ‘The Last Dance’ air with some more Penn State connections, the Jerry Krause impact – positive and negative – on the Bulls, and comparing MJ’s ‘load management’ to today’s game.
Guests: Frank Bodani of the York Daily Record and Michal Menet, Penn State Football, talk about the upcoming season.
Sports during Coronavirus. Guest: Will Fries, Penn State Offensive Lineman on how players deal with being at home.
Hour 2 – Guest: Andrew Marchand, New York Post, on another change in the Monday Night Football booth, and who could be taking over. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin joins us for weekly sports trivia.
Thursday 5/14/2020 Hour 1 – Topics: MLB, NBA, and NHL continue working on when and if they’ll return. Guest: Mark Brennan, 24/7 Sports/Fight On State, with the latest on Penn State football’s offseason and more.
Hour 2 – Guests: Dick Jerardi, Steve’s broadcast partner for Penn State men’s basketball/Philadelphia Inquirer on ‘The Last Dance,’ plus a replay of Steve’s interview with Tony Knopp of Ticket Manager.
Wednesday 5/13/20 Hour 1 – Guests: Lee Stout and Harry West, authors of ‘Lair of the Lion: A History of Beaver Stadium,’ then its a replay of Steve’s interview with Williamsport Crosscutters VP of Marketing and Communications Gabe Sinicropi.
Hour 2 – Guest: Ben Golliver, The Washington Post, with analysis of ‘The Last Dance,’ Michael Jordan’s legacy, Scotty Pippen’s image throughout the documentary, and more. Topics: More on ‘The Last Dance,’ giving Jerry Krause credit for building the team, wishes to see more inside access, and more on the future of minor league baseball.
Tuesday 5/12/20 Hour 1 – Topics: An update on when major sports leagues could get going, and more developments on MiLB and MLB. Guest: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USAToday, with the latest on the status on the NFL season, reaction to the Steelers schedule, Mike Tomlin’s comments on equal start time, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Ryan Snyder, Blue-White Illustrated, with the latest on recruiting, and some good picks for Penn State. Topics: More on The Last Dance, and baseball players COVID-19 testing.
Monday 5/11/20 Hour 1 – Topics: MLB owners approve 2020 season proposal, the proposed DH rule for 2020, and possible expanded playoffs. Plus, Mike Watkins and other Penn State athletes graduate, and we react to the latest episodes of ‘The Last Dance,’ including some more local connections.
Hour 2 – Guest: Gabe Sinicropi, Williamsport Crosscutters VP of Marketing and Public Relations, on the uncertainty surrounding the franchise and the State College Spikes, could minor baseball still stay in Williamsport, and more. Plus, its weekly sports trivia with Steve’s brother, Kevin.
Friday 5/8/20 Hour 1 – We give our thoughts on the NFL schedule release. Guest: Tony Knopp, Ticket Manager, on the business of sports since the pandemic outbreak, including which college conferences could suffer the most, and what will factor into their decision-making to play.
Hour 2 – Hear part 2 of James Franklin’s zoom conference, and Scott Lauber, Phillies Beat Writer for The Philadelphia Inquirer joins us to promote his new book, ‘The Big 50: Philadelphia Phillies,” and his thoughts on how the MLB could open up the season.
Thursday 5/7/20 Hour 1 – Topics: NFL schedule release is tonight, and hear from Penn State head coach James Franklin, who addressed the media in a zoom conference Wednesday.
Wednesday 5/6/20 Topics: What we’re learning from the COVID-19 outbreak, and its Willie Mays’ 89th birthday. The rest of the hour included a press conference with Governor Tom Wolf and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine. That can be heard at WKOK.com. Guests: Todd Zolecki, MLB.com Phillies Beat Writer, promoting his new book, ‘Doc:The Life of Roy Halladay,’ which dictates his career, his life, and there’s a Penn State connection, with his son pitching for Penn State; Dave Revsine, BTN, on all the latest NCAA news and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, with more draft analysis, the Steelers team-building strategy, and how they stand with the rest of the AFC North. Topics: Why NCAA Football EA Sports is not part of the new name, image and likeness rule.
Tuesday 5/5/20 Hour 1 – More on the minor league baseball situation, MLB’s struggle getting young people in the stands and other problems surrounding baseball’s popularity. Plus, a story about the late Don Shula.
Monday 5/4/20 Hour 1 – Remembering NFL Hall of Fame coach Don Shula, who passed away today at the age of 90. The show then broke away for a press conference with Governor Tom Wolf and PA Secretary of State Kathy Boockvar, that can be heard at WKOK.com. Hour 2 – Guest: Mike Gross, LNP, recapping the Penn State football offseason so far, reaction to all the coaches’ zoom conferences, where the team stands at this point, and the uncertainty towards the fall. Topics: Reaction to episodes 5 and 6 of ‘The Last Dance,’ including The Dream Team and Isaiah...
Hour 2 – Topics: How income could work with name, image and likeness, and reaction to Sal Pal’s thoughts on the Jalen Reagor and Jalen Hurts picks for the Eagles. Guest: Steve Keener, President/CEO Little League International, on the cancelling of the 2020 Little League World Series, what local leagues can do, Little League’s relationship with the MLB, and potential event expansion to 20 teams in 2021.
Friday 5/1/2020 Hour 1 – Topics: More on ‘The Last Dance’ Documentary, plus what schools compliance departments will do once the new name, image and likeness rule is passed. Guest: Dennis Dodd, CBS Sports College Football Writer, with more on the new rule and other reaction to college football and COVID-19.
Hour 2 – Guest: Sal Paolantonio, ESPN NFL Reporter, reacting to the NFL Draft, including Jalen Hurts, why he doesn’t like the Jayelon Reager pick, Steelers’ draft, and he hands out his draft grades and gives his perspective on option football taking over the NFL. You can follow Sal on Instagram. Plus, hear from Penn State Defensive Line Coach John Scott Jr.
Thursday 4/30/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Reaction to the cancellation of the 2020 Little League World Series. Guest: Brett McMurphy, College Football Insider, Stadium, on the NCAA ruling to not allow one-time transfers, new name, image and likeness rule, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Dieter Kurtenbach, Bay Area News Group sports columnist, on where the NBA stands on resuming its season, when and how it should resume, and more on ‘The Last Dance’ documentary. Plus, more NFL Draft reaction and more on the new name, image and likeness rule in the works.
Wednesday 4/29/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Some thoughts on the latest in ‘The Last Dance’ documentary, and the specifics of the new name, image and likeness rule being looked at the by NCAA Board of Governors. Plus, hear from new Penn State Offensive Line Coach Phil Trautwein.
Hour 2 – Guests: Mike Conti, Sportsradio 92.9 The Game Atlanta, on the NBA pushing back its date for teams to reopen practice facilities in selected states and municipalities, how the soft reopening process in Georgia is affecting the Hawks and the Braves, and how Atlanta could serve as another spot for the MLB to host double headers if/when the season resumes. Plus, Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, with his analysis of the Steelers draft.
Tuesday 4/28/20 Hour 1 – Topics: A deeper look into the Steelers draft class, including the Chase Claypool pick, and why Steve likes the Eagles draft better than the Steelers. Guest: Chris Mack, 93.7 The Fan, recapping the Steelers draft, including why the Chase Claypool pick may not have been the best move.
Hour 2 – Guests: Matt Leon, KYW Radio Philadelphia, on the Eagles draft, including Jalen Hurts; Bucknell Punter Alex Peachin, with an update on his NFL status, his experience during the spring semester from home, his dad fielding punts, and more.
Monday 4/27/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Our reaction to the NFL Draft, including why the Eagles picked Jalen Hurts in the second round. Guest: Nate Bauer, Blue-White Illustrated, with an update on Penn State recruiting and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Alex Kozora, SteelersDepot.com, on the Steelers draft needs, whether they should draft a QB, and reaction from round 1. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin joins us for our weekly sports trivia.
Friday 4/24/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Our reaction to Round 1 of the NFL Draft, including our biggest head scratchers, the Eagles pick, and the Cowboys taking CeeDee Lamb. Guest: Austin Gayle, Pro Football Focus, with his grades from round 1.
Hour 2 – Guest: Gerry Dulac, Steelers Radio Network Host/Pittsburgh Post Gazette, on how NFL teams could handle the draft and the offseason, how he thinks the NFL is going to begin the season, Minkah Fitzpatrick’s impact, Big Ben’s status, the Steelers draft plans, and the future of Steelers Training Camp at St. Vincent College. Topics: How the minor league baseball cuts could affect Williamsport and State College.
Thursday 4/23/20 Hour 1 – Topics: What the Eagles could do in tonight’s NFL Draft, and what teams could be on the move, plus we assess this year’s quarterback class.
Hour 2 – Guests: ESPN’s preeminent NFL Reporter, Sal Paolantonio, with plenty of nuggets on this weekend’s draft, Gronk trade reaction, what the Eagles need to do, and what the rest of the NFL offseason could look like in the midst of COVID-19. Plus, Matthew Lenix, Insidethestar.com, on the Cowboys rumors targeting Penn State’s Yetur Gross Matos, Dak Prescott’s status, and more.
Wednesday 4/22/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Notre Dame women’s basketball coach Muffet McGraw retires, and the Red Sox sign stealing punishments handed down. Plus, hear from Penn State Wide Receivers coach Taylor Stubblefield.
Hour 2 – Guest: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, on the Steelers draft plans and backup QB situation; Gene Chizik, former Auburn football coach and SEC Network Analyst, on Joe Burrow’s career, some insights on Tua, a sleeper to look out for early on in this weekend’s draft, Chase Young, and his thoughts on Penn State prospects. Topics: Immediate reaction to the Rob Gronkowski trade to Tampa Bay, and the MiLB reportedly accepting cuts down to 120 teams.
Tuesday 4/21/20 Hour 1 – Miles Sanders could announce KJ Hamler drafted to the NFL and the Eagles, and Minor Leagues set to accept cut to 120 affiliates. Plus, hear from Penn State Special Teams Coordinator/Outside LB Coach Joe Lorig.
Hour 2 – Topics: What we learned from the first two episodes of ‘The Last Dance’ Michael Jordan documentary.
Monday 4/20/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Some COVID good news, our reaction to the Michael Jordan Part 1 documentary series. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Radio Philadelphia, with thoughts on where the Eagles stand heading into this week’s NFL Draft.
Hour 2 – Guests: Barrett Salee, CBS Sports, on the state of college sports in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin joins us for our weekly sports trivia.
Friday 4/17/20 Hour 1 – Steve offers his thoughts on the Michael Jordan special on ESPN airing this weekend, Jackie McMullen’s piece setting it up, and a time when he interviewed MJ.
Thursday 4/16/20 Hour 1 – Penn State continuing virtual learning through summer sessions. Guest: Mike Singer, Denver Post, on former Penn State basketball player Calvin Booth’s possibilities of moving up the NBA front office ranks.
Hour 2 – Guests: Sal Paolantonio, ESPN, with a complete Eagles draft preview, focusing at receiver. Plus, a look at where Penn State prospects stand, including Robert Windsor and John Reid, and a quick look at the other teams he’ll be covering during next week’s draft; Giants, Jets, Ravens. Follow Sal on Instagram. Next, Charley Casserly from NFL Network and former Redskins GM joins us, looking at Eagles and Steelers draft needs, the art of drafting and evaluating players, and how he ranks this year’s QB class.
Wednesday 4/15/20 Hour 1 – College Football Playoff officials meet with Vice President Mike Pence, and how universities should approach these next few weeks. Plus, hear from Penn State Assistant Head Coach/Cornerbacks coach Terry Smith, who spoke to the media today via Zoom.
Hour 2 – Hear more from Penn State Running Backs Coach/Run-Game Coordinator Ja’Juan Seider, plus why its important for football programs to get themselves out in the media during this time, and Penn State’s upcoming virtual Blue-White Tailgate. Guest: NFL Insider John Clayton joins us, on the challenges teams will have drafting virtually, where the Seahawks stand and how they’ve conducted themselves the last few seasons, Jadveon Clowney’s future, his thoughts on the XFL, rule changes and more.
Tuesday 4/14/20 Hour 1 – Hear from Penn State Running Backs Coach/Run-Game Coordinator Ja’Juan Seider, who met with the media via zoom earlier today.
Hour 2 – Guest: Ryan Snyder Blue-White Illustrated, with the latest on Penn State football recruiting. Topics: Al Kaline and Pete Retzlaff’s passing, and why leagues like the AAF and XFL haven’t favored well.
Monday 4/13/20 Hour 1 – Topics: ESPN/NFL Network NFL Draft broadcast and how that can work, how the Chicago Bulls firing their GM could potentially impact former Penn State basketball center Calvin Booth, and more on the MLB, NHL and NBA strategies to get back to play.
Hour 2 – Hear more from Penn State football Co-Defensive Coordinator/Safeties Coach Tim Banks, Luca Garza puts his name into the NBA Draft while keeping his eligibility, plus its sports trivia with Steve’s brother Kevin.
Friday 4/10/20 Hour 1 – More on a possible one-time transfer rule. Guest: Andrew Kahn, Mlive.com, with his perspective on the possible one-time transfer rule, and Michigan basketball’s latest transfers and offseason.
Thursday 4/9/20 Hour 1 – Today would’ve been the start of The Masters, and the PIAA cancels the rest of its winter and spring sports seasons. Guest: ESPN NFL Nation Jets reporter Rich Cimini, on how the new virtual NFL will work, some concerns around it, and more.
Hour 2 – More of Kirk Ciarrocca’s zoom conference, plus former Bucknell guard Jimmy Sotos joins us, on his time at Bucknell, his decision to verbally commit to Ohio State, and more.
Wednesday 4/8/20 Hour 1 – Our first look at new Penn State Offensive Coordinator Kirk Ciarrocca, as he meets with the media via Zoom. Plus, a story about former Cardinals first baseman Mark Hamilton, who played for the State College Spikes, is now in the front lines of COVID-19 in the medical field, and its the anniversary of Hank Aaron’s 715th career home run, breaking Babe Ruth’s record.
Hour 2 – Guests: Steven Gonzalez, former Penn State offensive lineman, on his path to the NFL Draft while coping with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, Len Shapiro, Washington Post, on the passing and legacy of Bobby Mitchell.
Tuesday 4/7/20 Hour 1 – Baseball eyeing a May return in Arizona. Guest: RJ Anderson, CBS Sports, with more on baseball’s possible plan to return, whether the players would be for or against this idea, how the minor leagues would be affected and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Why some sports franchises struggle to attract fans even when they’re good, other minor league sports issues with COVID-19, and Tom Dempsey’s passing.
Monday 4/6/20 Hour 1 – Topics: A busy college hoops transfer portal, including Bucknell’s Jimmy Sotos verbally committing to Ohio State, and another look at the state of college sports on Division I, II, and III levels.
Hour 2 – Penn State VP of Interscholastic Athletics SandyBarbour addresses the media on the status of football, athletic department budget at this point and more. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin joins us for weekly sports trivia.
Friday 4/3/20 Hour 1 – Topics: KJ Hamler’s draft status, and some concerns with schools budgets into the next year. Guest: Charles Davis, NFL and CFB on FOX and NFL Network, on how the NFL’s conducted business as usual during COVID-19, how the pandemic changes the dynamics of the NFL Draft, the thin amount of edge rushers in the draft, and what Penn State players standout.
Hour 2 – Hear from Penn State Tight End Coach Tyler Bowen, who spoke to the media via Zoom earlier this week on the challenges during this time, his expectations for players, and more. Plus, hear Steve do play-by-play of Matt’s 3-month old son, Luke, taking a bath.
Thursday 4/2/20 Hour 1 – Reaction to Sandy Barbour’s comments on football possibilities related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Wimbledon cancelled, and Cael Sanderson’s comments that winter sports athletes should get another year as well. Guest: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, on the Steelers Draft plan, and a look around the NFL a few weeks away from the draft.
Wednesday 4/1/20 In today’s 90-minute episode of The Steve Jones Show, we are joined by NewsDay’s Neil Best, on the business of sports during the COVID-19 pandemic and more. Plus, hear from Penn State Football Defensive Coordinator Brent Pry.
Hour 2 – Guests: Dana O’Neil, The Athletic, on her piece talking coaches cooped up with their wives, plus her perspective on the NCAA’s decision to give spring athletes another year of eligibility; Nate Bauer, Blue-White Illustrated, on Penn State basketball recruiting, Brent Pry’s teleconference and more.
Tuesday 3/31/20 Hour 1 – NCAA decides to give spring athletes another year of eligibility due to COVID-19, how will each university handle the money aspect? Plus, the NFL officially expands the postseason. Guest: Dennis Dodd, CBS Sports, with more on how the money will fall for each university, and with more reaction on the NCAA decision.
Hour 2 – Guest: Barry Svrluga, Washington Post, with some insight on today’s NCAA conference call determining if winter and spring athletes will be granted one more year of eligibility, and how that would affect small conferences and other factors heading into the decision. Plus, what the Redskins will do with Trent Williams. Topics: After the latest news on COVID-19’s continued spread, we reassess when- and if -sports will get back underway.
Monday 3/30/20 Hour 1 – Topics: NCAA voting on whether to allow winter and spring athletes an additional year of eligibility, and if its financially feasible for schools, plus Kirk Herbstreit’s comments on if we’ll see football this fall due to COVID-19. Guest: Neal Coolong, USA Today/Steelers Wire, on what the Steelers’ roster looks like before the NFL Draft, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Dick Jerardi, Philadelphia Inquirer, and Steve’s Penn State men’s basketball broadcast partner, recapping the Penn State season, what could have been in March Madness, and believe it or not, there’s horse racing this weekend. Plus, Steve’s brother, Kevin, joins us for his weekly segment, with more sports trivia.
Friday 3/27/20 Hour 1 – NFL announces draft plans from remote locations, Steve reacts to Roger Goodell’s comments, and what the sports calendar could look like later this year, including how many games the MLB should play. Guest: Patrick Walker, CBS Sports, on the NFL Draft plans and breaking down the NFL off season so far.
Hour 2 – Guest: Bob Nightengale, USA Today Baseball Columnist, on when the MLB could start, how it could handle playing in epicenters of COVID-19 and how all this affects revenue. Plus, we play part 2 of James Franklin’s teleconference.
Thursday 3/26/20 Hour 1 – Topics: The latest COVID-19 sports world updates, Indy 500 postponed, and Rob Manfred’s optimistic take on when MLB will get started. Guest: Tyler Donahue, Penn State 24/7 Sports, with more on recruiting challenges during this uncertain period, and other prospects to look out for.
Hour 2 – Guest: Larry Anderson, Phillies Radio Color Commentator, previewing the Phillies season when it gets going, his thoughts on when the season could start, and how players are dealing with the COVID-19 stoppage. Plus, James Franklin addresses the media via a teleconference.
Wednesday 3/25/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Kyle McCloskey heading to the transfer portal, Michigan State’s Xavier Tillman enters the NBA Draft, and the Trevor Lawrence COVID-19 GoFundMe page controversy. Guest: Tony DeFazio, Pittsburgh Sports Report, on the Eric Ebron signing, and other Steelers offseason moves, plus his concerns about the NFL adding a 17th regular season game.
Hour 2 – Guest: Kenny Albert, Play-By-Play for NFL on FOX, MLB on FOX, NHL on NBC, and the New York Rangers and Knicks, with his perspective on the COVID-19 outbreak halting the sports world, plus his thoughts from the NHL season up to this point, and the NFL CBA. Topics: We continue reaction to the Olympics postponement, and how this affects TV networks.
Tuesday 3/24/20 Hour 1 – Topics: First COVID-19 confirmed case on the Penn State campus, and the latest news updates. Guest: Greg Pickel, PennLive with more updates on Penn State recruiting the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak, who stands out in the upcoming recruiting classes and Penn State’s chances of getting them.
Hour 2 – Guest: Seth Greenberg, ESPN, on COVID-19’s affect on college hoops and more; Ryan Snyder, Blue-White Illustrated on how Penn State football recruiting is going with COVID-19 restrictions in place, and more.
Monday 3/23/20 Hour 1 – Topics: The latest coronavirus updates, plus the latest on the status of the Summer Olympic games. Guest: Cindy Boren, Washington Post, who says there’s nothing official from the Olympic committee despite reports the games will be postponed.
Hour 2 – Guest: Ben Strauss, The Washington Post, on the impact of sports gambling from COVID-19, what states could be implementing it next,and how it maybe available at sporting events. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin joins us for the return of sports trivia.
Friday 3/20/20 Hour 1 – Topics: COVID-19 news updates, and the challenges of student-athletes during this time period. Guest: Sam Monson, PFF, with reaction to all the NFL moves made, and what teams are having good offseasons so far.
Hour 2 – Guest: Patrick Chambers, Penn State Men’s Basketball Coach, on Lamar Steven’s career, Mike Watkins struggles off the court, and how the program can stay as a top-25 level team. Topics:A look around all the latest NFL news and Eagles and Steelers moves.
Thursday 3/19/20 Hour 1 – Topics: coronavirus, and the Eagles get Darius Slay. Guest: Tim McManus, ESPN Eagles Reporter, on the Slay trade, a look ahead to the Eagles draft, reaction from the team letting go of defensive star Malcolm Jenkins, and the Javon Hargrave signing.
Hour 2 – Guest: John McClain, Houston Chronicle, with plenty of reaction to the DeAndre Hopkins trade. Topics – Steve was not a fan of an ESPN.com college wrestling article on Iowa.
Wednesday 3/18/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Coronavirus news update, ESPN wrestling story reaction, and what Penn State football players can do during this time of uncertainty. Guest: Nate Bauer, Blue-White Illustrated, on what could’ve been for Penn State men’s basketball and how the team can stay successful in the B1G, coronavirus, and more.
Tuesday 3/17/20 Hour 2- Guests: Peter King, NBC Sports/Football Morning in America, on the Brady announcement, why Brady chose to leave, and his reaction to the NFL starting its league year on time despite COVID-19 concerns. Neal Coolong, USA Today/Steelers Wire, breaking down the latest Steelers’ moves, the NFL CBA agreement, and more.
Tuesday 3/17/20 Hour 1 – Topics: The latest coronavirus news, Tom Brady announces he’s leaving the Patriots, Guest:Neil Rudel, The Atloona Mirror, on the COVID-19 outbreak’s impact on Penn State, NCAA, and PIAA winter and spring sports.
Hour 2 – Guest: Sal Paolantonio, ESPN’s preeminent NFL reporter, on the NFL CBA, Tom Brady’s situation, and a full breakdown of the biggest moves in the NFL so far. Topics: Breaking down all the latest NFL news, as it happens, including the DeAndre Hopkins trade and Deforest Buckner trade.
Monday 3/16/20 Hour 1 – Topics: We give you all the latest news information on coronavirus, plus why NFL is starting its league year despite COVID-19 concerns and other sports coronavirus news. Guest: Mark Brennan, 24/7 Sports/FightonState on all the cancellations by the NCAA pertaining to coronavirus, and how Penn State was affected.
Hour 2 – Guest: Sandy Barbour, Penn State Vice President of Interscholastic Athletics, reacting to all the moves made by Penn State, B1G, and the NCAA for coronavirus concerns.
Friday 3/14/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve gives his perspective of a busy day of breaking news in sports yesterday due to coronavirus concerns. Guest: Jim Jackson, Flyers Play-By-Play NBC Sports Philadelphia, Play-By-Play Phillies Radio Network, with his perspective on the coronavirus affecting the NHL and the MLB and what he’s hearing from players and coaches from both teams.
Thursday 3/12/20 Hour 1 – Steve is in the air on his way back from Indianapolis after cancellation of the B1G Tournament due to coronavirus concerns, so we replay our interviews with Mike Muscala, currently of the Oklahoma City Thunder, who had his Bucknell jersey retired a few weeks ago, and the New York Post’s Andrew Marchand, on his Al Michaels MNF story, coronavirus and more. Plus, the latest updates on coronavirus affecting the sports world.
Hour 2 – Topics: We continue reaction to The Ivy League and Penn State coronavirus decisions, on and off the field, and the NCAA not allowing fans from attending March Madness games.
Wednesday 3/11/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State announces precautions for athletic events,including no fans at men’s hockey playoff game, and classes online for 3 weeks. Plus, the Ivy League cancels its spring sports season – all for coronavirus concerns.
Hour 2 – Guests: Andrew Marchand, Sports Media Columnist for the New York Post, on the Al Michaels NBC-ESPN news, what ESPN is trying to do to better MNF, what the NCAA may do about coronavirus for the tournament, and more. ; Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, on what the team may or may not do during Free Agency, NFL CBA negotiations, and more.
Tuesday 3/10/20 Hour 1 – Topics: We react to the Ivy League cancelling its men’s and women’s basketball tournaments, and how much is too much when dealing with the coronavirus in sports. Guest: Brian Tripp, Penn State men’s hockey Play-By-Play Broadcaster, on the team’s upcoming run in the B1G Tournament and its regular season title.
Monday 3/9/20 Hour 1 – Topics: A bad performance for Penn State at Northwestern, Bucknell women’s basketball gets ready to host the Patriot League Tournament, some success for Penn State wrestling at the B1G duals, and Steve agrees with Lebron’s take he won’t play if fans aren’t allowed to watch games due to coronavirus. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Radio Philadelphia, on the Ivy League Tournament, Villanova’s wild win at Georgetown, and the Flyers.
Hour 2 – Guests: Dwight Gulpt, Penn State Football Strength and Condition Coach, on the offseason program; Kim Jones, NFL Network, who was part of the network’s combine broadcast.
Friday 3/6/20 Hour 1 – Guests: Ed Sherman, on his B1G book; Neal Coolong USA Today/Steelers Wire, on what the Steelers should do with Bud Dupree, and the latest on the pending NFL CBA talks.
Hour 2 – Guest: Trevor Woodruff, Bucknell women’s basketball coach, as the Bison get ready to host the Patriot League Tournament. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin joins us for our weekly picks, and a recap of the week in sports.
Thursday 3/5/20 Hour 1 – Topics: ESPN trying to trade for NBC’s Al Michaels for MNF with Peyton Manning, and we discuss Cael Sanderson’s comments: Can college wrestling be boring?
Hour 2 – Guest: Neal Coolong, USA Today/Steelers Wire, on what the Steelers should do with Bud Dupree, and the latest on the pending NFL CBA talks. Topics: Why its possible for Penn State to overcome its recent rough patch and play well in the postseason.
Wednesday 3/4/20 Hour 1 – Why its hard to understand Penn State’s early second half struggles, after another in the Michigan State loss, and why it’s not always ‘coaching and scheme’ to blame.
Hour 2 – Guest: Chris Solari, Michigan State Beat Reporter, Detroit Free Press, with more of Michigan State’s perspective heading into tonight’s game at Penn State. Topics: Spike Lee/Knicks feud.
Tuesday 3/3/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State senior night tonight, what to expect from Michigan State. Guests: Matt Leon, KYW Radio Philadelphia on Eagles Free Agency play and Philly college hoops, and we replay our interview with Mark Schofield of Inside the Pylon with his thoughts about the NFL Combine.
Hour 2 – Guest: Kim Jones, NFL Network and PSU grad, who was a part of the broadcast team at the NFL Combine. She gives her biggest takeaways from the combine, including talking with Tua, Joe Burrow, Chase Young, and others. Plus some Penn State basketball talk, specifically on Lamar Stevens’ play this season. Topics: Our takeaways from the combine, and more on Tony Romo’s big contract.
Monday 3/2/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State wrestling pre-seeds for B1G championships, Tony Romo’s big pay day, plus we react to Penn State and a wild weekend of college hoops. Guest: Bucknell men’s basketball coach Nathan Davis, as the Bison get ready to host Holy Cross tomorrow night in the opening round of the Patriot League Tournament.
Hour 2 – How dangerous will Dayton be in the NCAA Tournament, a Myeron Jones update, who is on the trip to Iowa, plus more from Day 2 of the NFL Combine. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin joins us for our weekly picks segment and a recap of this week in sports.
Friday 2/28/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Henry Ruggs III big night and other Day 1 observations from the NFL Combine, and looking at the latest bracketology.
Hour 2 – Guest: Mark Schofield, Inside The Pylon, live from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. What he’s looking for from prospects this week, how the Combine helps scouts, plus a look at the quarterback and running back classes, and Penn State players; Dick Jerardi, Steve’s broadcast partner for Penn State basketball, recapping the team’s win against Rutgers, and more.
Thursday 2/27/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Why Rutgers came back, what led to the come back, and the good and bad of Penn State missing Myeron Jones. Plus, the NFL Combine kicks off today, and problems with NCAA scheduling.
Hour 2 – Guest: Nate Bauer, Blue-White Illustrated, on tonight’s game vs. Rutgers; Willie Chandler, Misericordia University men’s basketball coach, on playing Kobe in the 1996 PIAA playoffs.
Wednesday 2/26/20 Hour 1 – Guest: Dave Sheinin, The Washington Post, on the Astros cheating scandal. Plus, we get you set for Penn State men’s basketball vs. Rutgers.
Hour 2 – Topics: Big day Monday for Oregon women’s basketball’s Sabrina Ionescu, Kobe Bryant memorial story, James Franklin’s contract still not signed, and another look around spring training, along with some Phillies prospects.
Tuesday 2/25/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Joe Burrow has fun with media over hand size at the NFL Combine while also committing to the Bengals, drama in SEC football, and a look around spring training.
Monday 2/24/20 Hour 1 – Topics: What happened in Penn State’s loss at Indiana, and Steve downplays Penn State dropping to No. 16 in the latest AP poll. Plus, Joe Burrow’s hand size, a look at mock drafts, and the hero zambonie driver goalie. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Radio Philadelphia, on the latest in Philly college hoops, Phillies spring training, and Sixers’ struggles, including Ben Simmons injury situation.
Hour 2 – Guest: Joe Lunardi, ESPN Bracketologist, on his latest bracket, where Penn State ranks currently, and more. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin joins us for our weekly picks segment and a recap of the biggest sports topics of the week.
Friday 2/21/20 Hour 1 – Guests: Jim Keiser, new Shikellamy football coach, on his new opportunity, what he brings to Shikellamy, and more. Plus, more on the pending NFL CBA agreement.
Hour 2 – Why its still a good college basketball season despite not one great team and not one big star,and the NFL owners agree to new CBA expanding the playoffs and regular season, and NCAA sanctions against Pitt football and men’s basketball.
Thursday 2/20/20 Hour 1 – Topics: What an expanded playoffs and regular season means for the NFL, and Mike Fiers’ comments on how he’s dealt with breaking the Astros cheating scandal. Guest: Bob Bertoni, President of District 16/31 Little League, Luzerne County, on why the league is recommending not using the word ‘Astros’ this season.
Wednesday 2/19/20 Hour 1 – Topics: What happened in Penn State’s disappointing loss to Illinois, critiquing last night‘s ‘All Access Game’ on FS1, still no update on Myreon Jones. Plus, hear some of MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred’s press conference, what he should’ve been doing from the very beginning of the Astros cheating scandal, and what fault the MLBPA has.
Hour 2 – Guests: Nathan Davis, Bucknell men’s basketball head coach, on becoming the fastest coach to earn 100 wins at Bucknell, the current state of the team, recruiting, and more; Scott Richey, Illinois men’s basketball beat writer at The News-Gazette, on tonight’s game, the AP poll, and more.
Tuesday 2/18/20 Hour 1 – Topics: How the All Access Game between Penn State and Illinois will go tonight, plus why Penn State being the older team will help. Guest: Brian Barnhart, Illinois men’s basketball Play-By-Play.
Hour 2 – Topics: Matt McGloin benched in his second XFL game after controversial halftime comments, and why Steve doesn’t like the idea of tomorrow’s Penn State-Illinois as the ‘All Access Game’ on FOX, and Penn State basketball’s recent sustainability.
Monday 2/17/20 Hour 1 – Topics: A big weekend at the BJC as Penn State men’s hoops wins its 8th straight,and wrestling beats Ohio State with bonus points again. Plus, a big weekend at Bucknell honoring Mike Muscala.
Hour 2 – Guests: Steve’s brother Kevin joins us for our weekly picks segment; Mike Muscala, current Forward for the Oklahoma City Thunder, and Bucknell alum, on his upcoming jersey retirement at Bucknell, his Bison career and NCAA Tournament appearance, and his NBA career, including his current run with the Thunder.
Friday 2/14/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State double header tomorrow, and Mike Muscala’s return to Bucknell. Guest: Jeff Byers, Penn State Wrestling Play-By-Play man, with an in depth preview of tomorrow night’s match with No. 3 Ohio State.
Hour 2 – Guest: Mark Brennan of 24/7 Sports/Fight on State, on Penn State men’s basketball’s success, B1G play this year, and how fans should see there is plenty to enjoy about college hoops this season. Topics: More on the Astros cheating scandal and how its added to a bad offseason for baseball.
Thursday 2/13/20 Hour 1 – Topics: We react to a disastrous press conference from the Astros on the cheating scandal. Guest: Brian Howell, Colorado Buffaloes beat writer for Buffzone and the Boulder Daily Camera, on Michigan State hiring Mel Tucker, and Colorado Basketball’s successful season.
Hour 2 – How the Oakland A’s tried to turn the Astros in on cheating scandal, the proposed changes to the baseball playoffs, new details in Carlos Beltran’s role. Also, MLB looking at changes to prevent future cheating scandals.
Wednesday 2/12/20 Hour 1 – Topics: What made the difference for Penn State in its road win at Purdue, and Steve is baffled by fans reaction to Purdue’s comeback late in the second half. Could Patrick Chambers be named national coach of the year and can Lamar Stevens be named the B1G player of the year?
Hour 2- Guests: Neal Coolong, USA Today/Steelers Wire, on the start of the XFL, how teams should view the NFL Combine, and more; Mike Carmin, Lafayette Journal-Courier, with Purdue’s perspective heading into tonight’s game, plus Bob Knight’s return to Indiana.
Tuesday 2/11/20 Hour 1 – Penn State takes on Purdue and what teams are starting to make a name for themselves across college hoops, current interest levels in college hoops, how important strength of schedule is to some teams trying to make the NCAA Tournament, and Penn State wrestler Nick Lee’s success.
Hour 2 – Steve reacts to College GameDay’s take on players leaving early for the NFL or NBA and the NCAA’s position, XFL’s early success, and the overall current success of Penn State sports.
Monday 2/10/20 Hour 1 – Penn State’s win over Minnesota, Myreon Jones status after sitting out Saturday’s game with an illness, Penn State wrestling’s big weekend, Bob Knight’s return to Indiana, Michigan State coaching situation, and the XFL off to a great start and Matt McGloin shines in debut. Guest: Ben Jones, StateCollege.com, with more on Penn State’s win over Minnesota, Myreon Jones, and more.
Friday 2/7/20 Hour 1 – Guest: Chris Mack, 93.7 The Fan Pittsburgh, on his show’s interview with Antonio Brown. Topics: Penn State men’s basketball gearing up for Minnesota and what we can see from the selection committee in tomorrow’s show on CBS.
Hour 2 – Guest: Nate Bauer, Blue White Illustrated, on Penn State men’s basketball’s recent success and a look ahead to the rest of the season. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin joins us for our picks segment.
Hour 2 – Guest: Dave Revsine, BTN, who called Penn State’s win at Michigan State.He gives his observations,and Cassius Winston’s off the court life, plus how anyone can figure out the B1G, and his reaction to Marc Dantonio’s press conference and the attraction to that job going forward. Topics: Some NBA trade deadline news, and MLB considering the move to split the Rays between Tampa Bay and Montreal.
Thursday 2/6/20 Hour 1 – Topics: How Penn State men’s basketball can build off its recent success. Guest: Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, on his Super Bowl observations, if he’ll watch the start of the XFL season, and more.
Hour 2 – James Franklin meets the media on the signing of 27 prospects, plus he addresses his contract situation, coaching changes, and more. Plus, we continue reaction to Penn State’s big win at Michigan State, and why it may not be a good idea for the Phillies to pursue Kris Bryant.
Wednesday 2/5/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State’s big win at Michigan State, how the stars came through and how the team handled the moment, plus Marc Dantoni’s press conference reaction. Guest: Bob Nightengale, USA Today, on the Red Sox-Dodgers blockbuster trade, Astros new managerial and GM hires, Phillies rumors with Kris Bryant, Starling Marte trade, and what other storylines he’s keeping an eye on heading into spring training.
Hour 2 – Guest: Tim Kelly, Phillies Nation, Radio.com Sports, on the Roy Halladay retirement announcement. Topics: We continue our reaction to Marc Dantonio stepping down from Michigan State football, plus a preview of No. 22 Penn State at No. 16 Michigan State.
Tuesday, 2/4/20 Hour 1 – Topics: We react to Mark Dantonio’s sudden resignation from Michigan State football and the controversy surrounding the program. Plus will Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi be a candidate? We also name some other possible candidates.
Hour 2 – Topics: Penn State wrestling’s weekend, Penn State hockey’s struggles, and men’s basketball’s win at Nebraska. Plus, what happened with San Francisco in the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl, and the Hall of Fame vote, including from Peter King, who didn’t vote for Troy Polamalu.
Monday, 2/3/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Chiefs and Mount Carmel native Brett Veach win the Super Bowl,Andy Reid’s legacy, and why execution hurt the 49ers more than Kyle Shanahan’s decision making, plus Penn State wins its fourth straight and Lamar Stevens enter’s the 2,000 point club.
Hour 2 – Guests: Dieter Kurtenbach, 49ers Writer for the San Jose Mercury News, joins us from Miami for another preview of Super Bowl LIV. Plus, Nate Bauer of BlueWhite Illustrated joins us.
Friday 1/31/20 Hour 1 – Guests: A replay of Willie Chandler, Misericordia University men’s basketball coach, on playing against Kobe Bryant in the 1996 PIAA Playoffs, and what Kobe’s meant to his career. Also, Paul Alexander of AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh joins us to talk Pirates, Penguins, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Steve’s brother Kevin is on for our picks segment, including our Super Bowl Picks. Then Mount Carmel High School Athletic Director Greg Sacavage joins us, on the excitement surround Mount Carmel native Brett Veach leading the Chiefs to the Super Bowl, his hometown roots and family, and his road to success.
Thursday 1/30/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State grinds out a big win against Indiana, and Penn State’s quad wins and what position the team is in for In The Net rankings.
Hour 2 – Guests: Zach Osterman, Indianapolis Star, with an in-depth look at Indiana ahead of tonight’s game vs. Penn State; Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, with a recap of yes, the Pro Bowl, a look ahead to Super Bowl LIV, and more.
Hour 2 – Guest: Patrick Chambers, Penn State men’s basketball head coach, on Kobe’s passing, Indiana, and more. Topics: What’s wrong with the structure of high school playoffs, more college bowl games coming next year, and more.
Tuesday 1/28/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State gearing up for a big contest with Indiana tomorrow night, plus steve shares a story about Orange Coast College baseball coach John Altobelli, who also died in Sunday’s helicopter crash, and an update on the transfer portal and how its settled at Penn State.
Hour 2 – Guests: Alex Kozora, SteelersDepot.com, with his observations from his time at the Senior Bowl, what players stood out to him the most, and his thoughts on Penn State’s Cam Brown and Robert Windsor. We then continue remembering Kobe with Misericordia men’s basketball coach Willie Chandler, who played against Kobe and Lower Merion in the 1996 state playoffs with Scranton.
Monday 1/27/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Remembering the life of Kobe Bryant, his daughter, and all those who died in Sunday’s helicopter crash in southern California. Guest: Dennis Chambers, CBS Sports.
Hour 2 – Guest: Dick Jerardi, Penn State men’s basketball color analyst/Philadelphia Inquirer, on why Penn State is one of the better teams in the country, and more. Topics: Why Eli Manning is a Hall of Famer, and Steve’s brother Kevin is back for our weekly picks segment–including the Pro Bowl.
Friday 1/24/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State men’s basketball success, Eli Manning retires, AB turns himself in, and Matt’s obsession with the Pro Bowl. Guest: Bucknell punter Alex Peachin, on his experience playing in the East-West Shrine Game, his path to the NFL, and his time at Bucknell, and being a multi-sport athlete growing up.
Hour 2 – Guest: Bob Nightengale, USA Today Baseball Writer, on the Hall of Fame vote, cheating scandals, and future of minor league baseball, particularly in Central PA. Topics: Why the Big 12’s 12 game suspension of Kansas’ Silvio De Sousa is wrong, and why the ‘All-Access’ game between Penn State and Illinois is not a good idea.
Thursday 1/23/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State men’s basketball’s big win at Michigan; its’ a significant win, putting Penn State in the top 9 in ‘Quad 1’ wins. Plus, how Penn State wrestling has handled its unique season so far, and Eli Manning retires. Guest: Mike Renner, Pro Football Focus, with an update from the Senior Bowl, including on Penn State’s Cam Brown and Robert Windsor.
Hour 2 – Guest: Seth Greenberg, ESPN College Basketball Analyst, on the Kansas-Kansas State brawl, plus he thinks Penn State is a good tournament team. Plus, a special tribute as we remember Joe Paterno who passed away 8 years ago today. And, previewing tonights Penn State basketball game on the road against Michigan.
Wednesday 1/22/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve reacts to last night’s brawl between Kansas and Kansas State and the suspension of Kansas forward Silvio De Sousa; will it affect tonight’s Penn State-Michigan game and/or any other college hoops game? And why Alan Griffin of Illinois should be suspended five games for his incident last night. Plus, former Penn State linebacker John Urschel is named to the CFP committee. Steve also wants to see more than two players named to the Baseball Hall of Fame, and why next year is a pivotal year for Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens.
Hour 2 – Guest: Neal Coolong of the Steelers Wire and USA Today, recapping Championship Sunday. Topics: NFL Draft in Las Vegas next year, Matt’s unusual love for the Pro Bowl, and more.
Tuesday 1/21/20 Hour 1 – Topics: NFL to experiment with an alternative to an onside kick in Sunday’s Pro Bowl. Guest: Mark Brennan, Lions 24/7, Fight On State, on where men’s basketball stands, how the new assistant coaches will pan out for football, plus a look at some players’ draft stocks.
Hour 2 – Guest: Russell Baxter, ProFootballGuru.com, recapping Championship Sunday in the NFL and previewing Super Bowl LIV. Topics: A look at the latest sports betting numbers that are staggering.
Monday 1/20/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Lots of local ties to Super Bowl LIV and other players and matchups to look forward to, and big weekend for Penn State athletics. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Radio Philadelphia, on the open Eagles offensive coordinator position, and where the Sixers stand at this point of the season.
Hour 2 – Topics: Previewing Penn State-Ohio State men’s hoops, why Joe Burrow should not play in the Senior Bowl and certain prospect’s draft strategies. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin joins us for our picks segment and they react to the baseball cheating scandal.
Friday 1/17/20 Hour 1 – Topics: We preview the AFC and NFC Championship games. Guest: Brian Tripp, Penn State Hockey and Baseball Play-By-Play/BTN, on Penn State hockey’s big game with Michigan and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Antonio Brown’s agent conditionally parts ways with him, and both Odell Beckham Jr. incidents after LSU’s national championship win, plus more on the baseball cheating scandal with Beltran and his ties to the Astros side of the saga, and the advocating for the future of minor league baseball in Central PA.
Hour 1 – Topics: Mets mutually agree to part ways with Carlos Beltran, what happened to Penn State in the second half of last night’s loss at Minnesota and why Saturday’s home game vs. Ohio State is a ‘playoff game,’ plus an update on the Virginia Tech coaching staff when they take on Penn State football next year.
Hour 2 – Guest: Jacob Bogage of the Washington Post, with more thoughts on the Astros and Red Sox cheating scandals, and where the MLB goes from here.
Hour 1 – Topics: Steve reacts to the announcement of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Centennial Class. Guest: Tim Kurkjian, ESPN Baseball Analyst, on the Astros and Red Sox cheating scandals, the future of minor league baseball in Central PA, plus Tim’s Baseball Hall of Fame voting criteria.
Hour 2 – Guest: Neal Coolong of the Steelers Wire and USA Today, recapping the NFL Divisional Playoffs and a preview of Championship Sunday. Topics: Penn State releases statement on hazing lawsuit.
Tuesday 1/14/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve address a report that James Franklin, several Penn State players accused of hazing in lawsuit, plus more on the Astros and Red Sox cheating scandals, including why and how no players were punished. Steve also looks ahead to what the Penn State football team looks like next year, as players begin a new semester.
Hour 2: Hear Bill Cowher and Jimmy Johnson get a surprise Pro Football Hall of Fame announcement on live TV, plus why Lamar Jackson deserves some criticism and other NFL playoffs reaction. Steve also reacts to a tough week for Penn State men’s hoops, and surprising dropping student ticket sales in college football. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Radio in Philadelphia, on the latest with the Eagles, Sixers, and Philly college hoops.
Monday 1/13/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Reaction to the MLB handing down harsh punishments on the Astros after cheating scandal, and what could happen to the Red Sox and manager Alex Cora after the league investigates their cheating accusations. Steve also reveals eye-opening parts of Cora’s reported involvement in the scandal. Guest: Brad Nessler, SEC on CBS, previewing tonight’s College Football National Championship game.
Guests include Neil Greenberg of the Washington Post talking about the NFL playoffs and Joe Putnam, Director of Communications for the State College Spikes, talking about the plans to downsize minor league baseball and next week’s #savethespikes news conference.
Steve talks about new NFL coaching hires and the finale to the Penn State Football season.
Hour 2 – Guest: Jeff Byers, Penn State Wrestling Play-By-Play Announcer, with more info on the season-ending injury to Anthony Cassar, how Penn State’s depth will be tested going forward, and more. Topics: Reaction to Cassar’s injury, a look around college hoops, and more reaction to Penn State’s loss at Rutgers.
Wednesday 1/8/20 Hour 1 – James Franklin’s hires on the offensive coaching staff and how they will benefit Penn State, men’s basketball’s loss at Rutgers, including Penn State’s free throw woes and some questionable calls against Penn State, College Football Playoff viewer numbers and why the CFB playoffs should start on New Year’s Day, plus Matt is back from paternity leave.
Neil Coolong of USA Today talks about the Steelers off season and the NFL Playoffs. Steve analyzes fill in producer Chris’s hatred for New Jersey.
Coming to us LIVE from New Jersey, Steve discusses Penn State’s Basketball upcoming match-up with Rutgers Tuesday Night. James Kratch of NJ.com covers Rutgers Basketball joins the show to discuss the match up.
Steve chats with Bucknell’s Men’s Basketball head coach Nathan Davis. More breakdown of the weekend action in sports.
Steve breaks down Penn State’s hard fought victory on the hardwood over Iowa on Saturday night. Then we broke down the NFL’s Wild Card weekend.
Hour 2- Cam Miller from Pro Football Focus talks NFL Draft. Kevin Jones calls in to discuss picks prior to this weekends NFL wild card games.
Hour 1 – Matt Leon talks Eagles football heading into Wild Card weekend. Ross Tucker, NFL commentator for Westwood One, talking shakeups in the NFC East
Nate Fowler calls in to talk more Penn State sports. Plus we discuss the odd coverage of sports, and what should be emphasized but isn’t.
We discuss the Bowl Games from New Years Day. Frank Bodani calls in to discuss Penn State.
Hour 2 – Guest: Glen Macnow, Eagles Radio Network, previewing Eagles-Seahawks in the Wild Card round, and how the Eagles got on their playoff run. Topics: A look back at Penn State athletics this decade, and lots of optimism for 2020 and beyond.
Tuesday 12/31/19 Hour 1 – Penn State football parts ways with OL coach Matt Limegrover and what that means for the program going forward, plus what Sean Clifford showed this season, and a look around the day’s bowl games. Also, hear from Penn State Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Sandy Barbour, as she addressed the media at the Cotton Bowl.
Hour 2 – We continue breaking down Penn State’s Cotton Bowl win, a look at Penn State’s secondary, and a look around other bowl games.
Monday 12/30/19 Hour 1 – Recap of Penn State’s win over the Memphis in the Cotton Bowl, Eagles a threat in the playoffs, Steelers season ends. Guest: Brett McMurphy, College Football Insider, Stadium, on the College Football Playoffs, including controversial calls against Ohio State, and where he stands on expanding the College Football Playoffs.
Hour 2 – It’s a Best of edition of The Steve Jones Show, with replays of interviews with Keith ‘Goon’ Conlin and Trey Bauer of the Perfect 1994 Penn State team.
Hour 1 – It’s a Best of edition of The Steve Jones Show, with a replay of one of our High School Football Roundtables.
Hour 2 – Guests: Alex Kozora, SteelersDepot.com, on where the Steelers stand heading into Sunday’s game at the Jets, Duck Hodges’ play, Kameron Kelly cut and more. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin makes his weekly appearance for our picks segment.
Friday 12/20/19 Hour 1 – Penn State football has Cotton Bowl Media Day including James Franklin denying he met with Florida State officials before signing contract extension. Plus, Micah Parsons named Consensus All-America Status.
Hour 2 – Guest: Merrill Reese, voice of the Philadelphia Eagles, on Sunday’s defacto NFC East championship game between the Eagles and Cowboys. Topics: More on who could be named to Pro Football Hall of Fame Centennial Class.
Thursday 12/19/19 Hour 1 – Topics: Eagles-Cowboys, NFL 100 All-Time list; which Penn State players could be on it? Pro Football Hall of Fame Centennial Class finalists announced, Memphis’ James Wiseman heading to NBA, and more on Penn State men’s basketball’s matchup with Central Connecticut State Friday. Guest: Lou Prato, former director of the Penn State All-Sports Museum and Penn Statefootball historian.
Hour 2 – Guest: Former Penguins great and now broadcaster Phil Bourque, on his new book, “If These Walls Could Talk: Pittsburgh Penguins.” Topics: Looking ahead to Penn State men’s basketball vs. Central Connecticut State, we continue Early Signing Day reaction, and three Oklahoma players suspended for Peach Bowl vs LSU.
Wednesday 12/18/19 Hour 1: Hear from Penn State coach James Franklin on today’s early signing day, plus plenty of other reaction from the day’s action.
Hour 2 – Guests: Ryan Snyder, Recruiting Analyst for Blue White Illustrated, with previewing the early signing day for Penn State football tomorrow; Neal Coolong, USA Today Senior NFL Editor, on the Steelers and Duck staying at QB. Topics: Drew Brees’ impact on NFL History.
Tuesday 12/17/19 Hour 1 – Topics: Early signing day for Penn State football tomorrow, and the latest in the Patriots-Bengals video scandal, Steelers still sticking with Duck at QB. Guest: Andrew Callahan, Patriots Beat Writer, The Boston Herald.
Hour 2 – Topics: Josh Gordon suspended indefinitely again by the NFL, Nick Eury given Penn State football scholarship. Guest: Ben Jones, Statecollege.com, on Penn State football and basketball.
Monday 12/16/19 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State men’s basketball ranked for first time since 1996, Miles Sanders shines in Eagles win, Micah Parsons named First-Team AP All-America, Wally Triplett’s impact on Penn State football. Guests: Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio in Philadelphia, on the Eagles big 37-27 win at the Redskins.
Steve, Shawn Carey, Matt Catrillo, our five-time defending college bowl picks champion Kevin Herr, plus Steve’s brother Kevin Jones deliver the 2019 college bowl predictions!
As we are less than a week from National Letter of Intent Day, Steve speaks with Ryan Snyder (BlueWhiteIllustrated.com) to get the latest on Penn State football recruiting!
A special post-season high school football roundtable featuring Dave Ritchie (WKOK Shikellamy football and basketball analyst), Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley Lewisburg football play-by-play) and Mitch Rupert (Sports Writer, Williamsport Sun-Gazette).
We discuss Penn State Basketball with former Nittany Lions guard Jon Crispin (ESPN College Basketball Analyst).
Guest: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TheSteelersWire.com and TheTouchdownWire.com), in his weekly appearance, talks about third-string quarterback Devlin Hodges, as he moves forward to his biggest challenge to date, this Sunday night against the surprising Buffalo Bills!
Topics: Gerrit Cole signs a blockbuster deal with the Yankees, Penn State hoops with an impressive win over number 4 Maryland. Guest: Penn State football writer Donnie Collins (Scranton Times-Tribune) returns to discuss Ricky Rahne, who’s leaving Happy Valley to become the next head coach at Old Dominion.
Guest: Tony Knopp (CEO, InviteManager.com) on the business of sports…this time with Steve, on the collegiate level. Plus, we discuss the news on former Penn State Offensive Coordinator Ricky Rahne accepting the Head Coach position at Old Dominion.
Guests: The one and only Johnny Holliday (Maryland football and basketball play-by-play announcer) returns to talk about the Terps visit tonight to the Bryce Jordan Center to take on the Nittany Lions in early season Big Ten Conference play! Plus, Penn State football writer Donnie Collins (Scranton Times-Tribune) looks back on the Nittany Lions regular season, reaction on the Cotton Bowl bid and how the College Football Playoff fell into place.
Guests: Paul Alexander (AT&T Sportsnet/Sportsradio 93.7 The Fan, Pittsburgh) is back on the show with Steve to discuss the Steelers, winners of seven of their last eight games. Also, the one and only Johnny Holliday (Maryland football and basketball play-by-play announcer) returns to talk about the Terps visit on Tuesday night to the Bryce Jordan Center to take on the Nittany Lions in early season Big Ten Conference play!
Bob Buehner joins Steve and Shawn in studio to recap the weekend, plus Penn State receives another New Years Six bowl bid and will play Memphis in the Cotton Bowl on Saturday, December 28th. Guest: Sports Reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) and Steve preview the Monday night NFC East divisional matchup between the Giants and Eagles.
Guests: Brad Edwards from ESPN Radio’s College GameDay plus Steve’s brother Kevin Jones and the guys give their weekly football picks!
Steve is in Columbus for Penn State basketball’s Big Ten Conference opener at Ohio State. Topics: Urban Meyer, another Pennsylvania high school football state crown for Southern Columbia. college football conference championship weekend, Jeff Tedford steps down at Fresno State, Tom Allen receives new contract at Indiana, and the protesters from the Harvard/Yale football game receive community service.
Guests: Ed Sherman, author of “This Is B1G: The official history of the Big Ten Conference: How The Big Ten Set The Standard In College Sports.” You can order a copy on line at bigtenbook.com Then, we wrap up the show with Penn State football/basketball writer Ben Jones (StateCollege.com) to look back on the huge Nittany Lions victory over Wake Forest in the Big Ten/ACC Challenge plus what has been impressive so far from the team in the early stages of the season.
Topics: Ohio State and Penn State get huge victories in the Big Ten/ACC Challenge, Cowboys and Bears square off on Thursday Night Football. Guest: Matt Lombardo (New York Giants Beat Writer / NFL Insider, NJ.com) returns to discuss the play of rookie quarterback Daniel Jones as well as Saquon Barkley in year two…plus if Chase Young is available on draft night, should the Giants take him…also, Steve and Matt cruise thru the NFC East and attempt to figure out which team could win the division.
Guest: Sports Reporter Conor O’Neill (Winston-Salem Journal) and Steve get the Wake Forest perspective of the Big Ten/ACC Challenge game between the Demon Deacons and Nittany Lions in the Bryce Jordan Center. Topics: Yetur Gross-Matos to leave Penn State after their bowl game and enter the 2020 NFL Draft, College Football Playoff rankings and countdown to bowl selections this Sunday.
Topics: Latest College Football Playoff rankings, Phillies sign pitcher Zack Wheeler, MLB proposal on eliminating over 40 MiLB teams.
Guest: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TheSteelersWire.com and TheTouchdownWire.com), in his weekly appearance, talks about third-string quarterback Devlin Hodges, who remains at quarterback as the Steelers got a big divisional win over Cleveland as well as the impressive play Pittsburgh is getting on defense. Topics: Bucknell basketball, Shawn’s car challenges over the holiday weekend, Dabo Swinney, Paul Finebaum and Gus Johnson.
Topics: Why Penn State football game-days are true events, the upsurge of Peloton, Ron Rivera let go as Carolina Panthers Head Coach and Georgetown basketball rocked by restraining orders and players entering the transfer portal.
Guest: Penn State football writer Frank Bodani (York Daily Record) and Steve recap the Senior Day win over Rutgers plus break down the play this season of running back Journey Brown and senior linebacker Jan Johnson as well as discuss the news on Washington Huskies football’s Chris Petersen stepping down as Head Coach.
Topics: Rutgers/Penn State game recap, Steve describes how much the Penn State football program has turned since December 2, 2015….plus a situation that took place at the final 2019 Tom McGrath Tailgate between Steve, Tom, Shawn and Gary. Guest: Philadelphia Sports Reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW) goes through the list of things that made no sense in the Eagles’ bitter loss at Miami.
Guest: Nate Bauer (Penn State football writer, BlueWhiteIllustrated.com) and Steve discuss the regular season to date with one more Beaver Stadium game to go for the 2019 Seniors. Then, it’s Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones with their college and pro football picks!
Steve is in Brooklyn for Penn State basketball in the NIT Pre-Season session at the Barclays Center. We scan all of the Friday holiday football and basketball action, plus a look back at the tough loss by the Nittany Lions cagers Wednesday night against Ole Miss. Guest: Super fan of our show, Penn State alum Gary Golaszewski, the outstanding curator of the Tom McGrath Tailgate, breaks down the history of how their game day parties got started and shares his wonderful passion for Dear Old State!
WKOK News Director Matt Catrillo had a chance to speak with former Bucknell basketball star Nate Sestina, who is playing his graduate 5th season at Kentucky. The interview was conducted before Sestina broke his wrist in practice, that puts him on the bench at least 4 weeks.
Guests: InviteManager.com CEO Tony Knopp on the business of sports, including the Los Angeles Chargers and a look back at the NBA controversy in China. Then, Kevin Reichard (Publisher, ballparkdigest.com) and Steve discuss Major League Baseball’s proposal of eliminating 42 Minor League Baseball teams, including teams in the New York – Penn League.
Guest: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TheSteelersWire.com and TheTouchdownWire.com), in his weekly appearance, talks about the switch to Devlin Hodges at quarterback as the Steelers get their rematch with Cleveland this Sunday at Heinz Field. Then, we wrap up the show as Steve shares with Shawn and Bob Buehner, broadcasting stories from Thanksgiving holiday’s past.
Friend of the show, Bob Buehner, joins us in studio plus catch a portion of James Franklin’s weekly press conference from Beaver Stadium!
Guests: Bucknell football’s Dave Cecchini looks back on his initial campaign as Head Coach of the Bison. Then, we wrap up the show with Penn State football writer Rich Scarcella (Reading Eagle) as he and Steve break down last Saturday’s showdown in “the Shoe” and the Nittany Lions’ Senior Day to finish the 2019 regular season.
Penn State/Ohio State game recap. Guest: Paul Alexander (AT&T Sportsnet, Pittsburgh) is back on the show to discuss Nittany Lions/Buckeyes and more!
Guests: Penn State football writer Frank Bodani (York Daily Record) and Steve recap the Nittany Lions victory over Indiana plus share their observations on the Ohio State matchup this Saturday in Ohio Stadium. Then, Penn State defensive end Shaka Toney, spoke with the media earlier this week, leading up to the showdown at Ohio State!
Guests: Matt Leon (Sports reporter, Newsradio 1060 KYW, Philadelphia) looks back at the tough loss by the Eagles at the Link against the Patriots. Then, Penn State tight end Pat Freiermuth, spoke with the media this week, leading up to the showdown at Ohio State!
Guests: Dave Revsine (Big Ten Network) and Steve cruise around the conference as well as preview the showdown in “the shoe” with Penn State and the Buckeyes. Then, Steve’s brother, Kevin Jones, calls in with his weekly college and pro football picks!
New developments from the Steelers/Browns brawl regarding Myles Garrett, Mason Rudolph and Maurkice Pouncey… State College Spikes release a statement about the MLB proposal on the future of select MiLB teams. Guest: Cam Mellor (Senior College Football Analyst, profootballfocus.com) has the weekly report cards and grades on select players and teams, including Penn State and Ohio State.
Guest: Kevin Reichard (Publisher, ballparkdigest.com) and Steve discuss Major League Baseball’s proposal of eliminating 42 Minor League Baseball teams, including the Williamsport Crosscutters, State College Spikes and others in the New York – Penn League. Topics: Myles Garrett, Mason Rudolph and Colin Kaepernick.
Topics: Latest NFL and college football news, Steve and Jack Ham’s Ohio State travel itinerary and Penn State basketball just shy of scoring 100 against Bucknell.
Guest: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TheSteelersWire.com and TheTouchdownWire.com) makes his weekly appearance to share his thoughts on the Myles Garrett suspension and the Steelers next opponent, the Bengals. Then, Steve previews the Bucknell/Penn State basketball game in the BJC!
Topics: Bucknell/Penn State hoops tonight in the BJC, MLB proposal on eliminating over 40 minor league clubs. Plus, catch a portion of the weekly James Franklin press conference from Beaver Stadium.
Guests: Penn State football writer Frank Bodani (York Daily Record) and Steve recap the Nittany Lions victory over Indiana plus share their first observations on the Ohio State matchup this Saturday in Ohio Stadium. Then, we wrap up the show as Bucknell Head Football Coach Dave Cecchini, calls in for his weekly spot, has won 2 games in a row, including coming back from a fourth quarter double-digit deficit against Georgetown, and is heading toward the regular season finale on Saturday at Fordham.
Topic: Indiana/Penn State recap. Guest: Matt Leon (Sports reporter, Newsradio 1060 KYW, Philadelphia) looks back at the tough loss by the Eagles at the Link against the Patriots.
Part two of our special “Voices Of Penn State” Roundtable! Joining Steve are Brian Tripp (Penn State Baseball and Men’s Ice Hockey), “Ironhead” Jeff Byers (Penn State Wrestling) and Justin Antweil (Penn State Women’s Basketball)! Then, we wrap up the week as Steve’s brother, Kevin Jones, calls in with the weekly college and pro football picks!
Topic: Browns’ Myles Garrett suspended after Thursday night brawl. Then, it’s part one of our “Voices Of Penn State” Roundtable! Joining Steve are Brian Tripp (Penn State Baseball and Men’s Ice Hockey), “Ironhead” Jeff Byers (Penn State Wrestling) and Justin Antweil (Penn State Women’s Basketball)!
Steve moderates our special high school football state of the union roundtable featuring Kevin Herr (WKOK Shikellamy football play-by-play announcer), Justin Michaels (100.9 The Valley Lewisburg football analyst) and Todd Hummel (Lead High School Football Writer, The Daily Item).
Steve is in Washington, D.C. for Penn State/Georgetown hoops. Topics: Memphis’ James Weisman declared ineligible by NCAA, Chase Young. Guest: Cam Mellor (Senior College Football Analyst, ProFootballFocus.com), in his weekly appearance, shares his weekly player grades, recaps LSU/Alabama plus takes a look at Notre Dame and undefeated Baylor.
It’s part 2 of the weekly James Franklin press conference from Beaver Stadium. Then, we wrap up the show as Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TheSteelersWire.com and The TouchdownWire.com) makes his weekly appearance to give out the Steelers’ report card at the season’s mid-way point.
Topics: Ohio State’s Chase Young serves two-game suspension and the Jets CEO still has faith in Adam Gase. Guest: Bill Bender (National College football writer, Sporting News) returns to the show to break down the latest College Football Playoff rankings, reaction on the Chase Young suspension, takes a look around the Big Ten, thoughts on the Indiana/Penn State matchup, the lack of respect the Big 12 Conference gets and how Clemson has been undervalued so far this season.
Guests: Sports reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW, Philadelphia) looks ahead to the Eagles showdown this Sunday against the New England Patriots. Then, we wrap up the show by returning to Beaver Stadium to hear from Penn State kicker Jake Pinegar during the weekly football news conference.
Topics: Saquon Barkley, high school football and we learn about a member of Steve’s family that built houses on Park Avenue, not far from campus. Plus, hear a portion of James Franklin’s weekly press conference from Beaver Stadium.
Guests: Donnie Collins (Scranton Times-Tribune) and Steve go back to Saturday’s Penn State loss at Minnesota. Then, in his weekly appearance, Bucknell Bison football Head Coach Dave Cecchini, breaks down his teams’ victory over rival Lehigh and moves ahead to Senior Day this Saturday against Georgetown.
Penn State/Minnesota game recap. Guest: Chris Mack (Morning Show Co-Host, Sportsradio 93.7 The Fan, Pittsburgh) returns to discuss the big Steelers win over the Rams.
Guest: ESPN college football play-by-play announcer Sean McDonough, who will work the Penn State/Minnesota game, along with Todd Blackledge and Holly Rowe this Saturday. Then, we wrap up the show with a portion of James Franklin’s press conference from earlier this week!
Guests: Penn State junior defensive end, Yetur Gross-Matos as well as Nittany Lions football writers Rich Scarcella (Reading Eagle) and Frank Bodani (York Daily-Record)!
Senior College Football Analyst Cam Mellor (ProFootballFocus.com) shares his weekly report card on select playmakers from across the country as well as a look into the two big games this weekend…Penn State/Minnesota plus LSU/Alabama! Then, Steve’s brother, Kevin Jones, calls in with his weekly college football and NFL picks!
Thoughts from Minnesota Head Coach P.J. Fleck on Saturday’s matchup against Penn State. Then, Eagle 107’s Zach Showers (Selinsgrove Seals game stat-man) calls in for our high school football roundtable and previews the District 4-AAAA title game between the Seals and Jersey Shore Bulldogs.
Guests: ESPN college football play-by-play announcer Sean McDonough, who will work the Penn State/Minnesota game, along with Todd Blackledge and Holly Rowe this Saturday. Then, making his first appearance on the show is Kevin McGuire (www.kevin-mcguire.com), host of the Locked On Nittany Lions Podcast, gives his takes on Penn State eight games in, the national scene as the College Football Playoff released it’s first poll this week plus thoughts on the LSU/Alabama showdown in the SEC!
The 2019-20 college basketball season is now underway and Steve brings Ken Pomeroy (kenpom.com) back to the show for his outstanding, advanced college basketball analysis!
In his weekly slot, Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TheTouchdownWire.com and TheSteelersWire.com) shares his continued concerns about Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph’s on-field performance, despite Pittsburgh escaping with a win over the Colts, how young the offense is as a whole and the promise the team is showing on defense, especially with their newly founded outside pass rush from both Bud Dupree and T.J. Watt as well as the impact Minkah Fitzpatrick has had in such a short period of time. Then, we wrap up the show by returning to Beaver Stadium to hear from Penn State junior defensive end, Yetur Gross-Matos!
Topics: Latest NFL QB news on Cam Newton, Nick Foles and Gardner Minshew. Also, we hear from Penn State Head Football Coach James Franklin during his weekly press conference at Beaver Stadium.
Hour 2 – Topics – More Penn State discussion previewing their game against Minnesota on Saturday and Bucknell Football. Guest – Rich Scarcella – Reading Eagle (@NittanyRich). Dave Cecchini – Bucknell Head Football Coach
Hour 1 – Topics: How an NFL team can lose to another NFL that’s trying to lose (a Jets fan intervention LIVE on the air), The 1st NCAA Playoff rankings of the week. Guest – Frank Bodani – York Daily Record (@YDRPennState)
Friday 11/1/19 Hour 1 – Topics: Getting ready for High School football playoffs tonight around the Valley. Guests: Bucknell men’s basketball coach Nathan Davis and new Bucknell assistant women’s basketball coach Kelly Mazzante join Matt Catrillo with season previews. Then Neil Rudel of the Altoona Mirror joins Steve Jones to talk PSU football.
Topic: student athletes and their ability to earn money on their likeness and image. Then, Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, bring their weekend college and pro football picks, which features something Steve has never done before!
Topics: Nationals win first World Series title and Astros manager A.J. Hinch second-guessed for pulling Zack Greinke and leaving Gerrit Cole on the bench in the 7th inning in game 7. Also, it’s our first high school football roundtable playoff edition! Joining Steve are Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley), Selinsgrove Seals stat-man Zach Showers (Eagle 107) and Shikellamy Braves analyst “The Chief” Dave Ritchie (WKOK)!
Guest: Penn State football writer Donnie Collins (Scranton Times-Tribune) and Steve recap the victory at Michigan State, break down the play of quarterback Sean Clifford and the timing of the season’s second bye week. Topic: student athletes and their ability to earn money on their likeness and image.
Topics: World Series Game 7…winner take all tonight…the popular show that would be on FOX tonight if the World Series wasn’t on….the metric system…and Penn State wrestling alum Bo Nickal wins the U23 World Championship, his first international medal! Guest: Chris Mack (Sportsradio 93.7 The Fan Morning Show Co-Host) digs into the Pittsburgh Pirates’ house cleaning and team’s time frame as to when they’ll hire a new manager.
Guests: In his weekly appearance, Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TouchdownWire.com and SteelersWire.com) shares his concerns about Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph’s post-concussion performance, despite Pittsburgh’s win over Miami as well as trade views as the deadline hit. Then, we wrap up the show as Pirates beat writer Nubyjas Wilborn (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) calls in from Pittsburgh to discuss which direction the Buccos should go fill their manager slot and how they should go about building a better future.
Topics: NFL trade deadline, World Series plus the NCAA voting to allow athletes to profit from their names, images and likenesses. Guest: The Houston Astros look to wrap up their second World Series championship in three years. From Houston, we get a Game 6 World Series preview from Washington Nationals beat writer Jesse Dougherty (Washington Post) and he takes a look at the pitching showdown between Justin Verlander and Stephen Strasburg!
Joe Girardi is introduced as the 55th manager in Philadelphia Phillies team history and we have a portion of the press conference. Then, we go across the state to Pittsburgh as friend of the show Paul Alexander (AT&T SportsNet and SportsRadio 93.7 The Fan) calls in to dive into the situation with the Pirates as General Manager Neal Huntingdon has been let go as part of the team’s house cleaning plus a preview of the Steelers’ Monday night matchup against the Miami Dolphins.
Penn State/Michigan State recap including a conversation with Nittany Lions football writer Neil Rudel (Altoona Mirror).
Our Penn State Football Friday continues as Senior College Football Analyst Cam Mellor (ProFootballFocus.com) shares his weekly report card on Nittany Lions playmakers from the Michigan victory as well as others from across the country. Then, we wrap up the week as Will Tieman (Michigan State Spartan Radio Network) brings his perspective from the Spartans side, heading into Saturday’s game in East Lansing!
It’s a Penn State Football Friday! Steve speaks with two of the great Nittany Lions writers on the beat! First, it’s York Daily Record’s Frank Bodani (www.ydr.com/sports/) followed by the Allentown Morning Call’s Mark Wogenrich (www.mcall.com/sports/penn-state/) on Michigan last week plus Michigan State tomorrow in East Lansing!
Guests: Liz Roscher (Writer, Yahoo! Sports and Co-Host of The Good Phight podcast) gives her reaction of Philadelphia bringing in Joe Girardi as manager, looks back on the 2 years under Gabe Kapler and how the World Series has played out the first 2 games and what to expect. Also, Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, looks to stay in the lead with our week 10 college and football picks!
Topic: Joe Girardi to become new Phillies manager. Also, we wrap up the regular season with our week 10 high school football roundtable! Joining Steve are Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley), Selinsgrove Seals stat-man Zach Showers (Eagle 107) and Shikellamy Braves analyst “The Chief” Dave Ritchie (WKOK)!
Guest: In his weekly appearance, Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TheTouchdownWire.com and TheSteelersWire.com) shares his concern about the Steelers depth on defense plus their Monday night game versus Miami.
Topics: Nats on the road, take game one of the World Series…Mahomes practices for Chiefs…David Ross to leave ESPN to return to Chicago as manager of the Cubs…and is Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh looking into other coaching opportunities? Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton (BleedingGreenNation.com) lists all of the issues that have been plaguing the Eagles after the disappointing loss in Dallas, the play of Carson Wentz and their matchup at Buffalo this Sunday.
Guests: Will Tieman (Michigan State SpartanSportsNetwork.com), shares the Sparty perspective heading into Saturday’s game in East Lansing. Then, we wrap up the show and go to Houston to get a World Series preview from Washington Nationals beat writer Jesse Dougherty (Washington Post)!
Topics: Jets shut out in Monday night football, not one but two NFL trades today plus Steve give a thumbnail sketch of Michigan State. Then, from the Beaver Stadium media room, catch James Franklin’s weekly press conference!
Guest: Penn State Football writer Frank Bodani (York Daily Record) and Steve put a bow on the Nittany Lions’ prime-time win over Michigan. Then, Steve gives his first look at Penn State’s week 8 matchup at Michigan State this Saturday in East Lansing!
Steve, Shawn and great friend of the show Bob Buehner, recap the Michigan/Penn State white out game. Then we discuss details from a story by J.J. Cooper, Executive Editor of Baseball America, regarding a proposal by Major League Baseball, that would eliminate 42 minor league teams, which would have a dramatic impact on the New York-Penn League.
Guests: Pro Football Hall of Famer Jack Ham (Penn State Sports Network Football Analyst) along with Steve, give a complete breakdown of the Saturday night White Out Game versus Michigan. Then, Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, Steve and Shawn give their college and pro football picks!
Topics: Penn State White Out Weekend, Patrick Mahomes expected to miss 3 weeks after a knee injury in Denver and the Astros are one win away from another World Series appearance. Guest: Brad Edwards (ESPN College Football Insider and Radio College GameDay co-host), gives his views on both Penn State and Michigan at the halfway point as well as the national breakdown on Clemson, LSU, Georgia and Ohio State to name a few.
Guests: Senior College Football Analyst Cam Mellor (ProFootballFocus.com) shares his weekly grades on the Penn State playmakers from the Iowa victory. Then, we wrap up the show with former Nittany Lions quarterback Matt McGloin (Penn State Football Radio Network On-Field Analyst) to discuss his future in the soon-to-be resurrected XFL with the New York Guardians…plus Matt and Steve break down Sean Clifford’s play in the first half of the season, leading up to the White Out Game on Saturday night against Michigan!
Topics: ALCS game 4 in New York tonight, Chiefs/Broncos Thursday Night Football, Patrick Mahomes and how serious his injured ankle is, John Calipari. Also, it’s the week 9 high school football roundtable! Joining Steve are Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley), Selinsgrove Seals stat-man Zach Showers (Eagle 107) and Shikellamy Braves analyst “The Chief” Dave Ritchie (WKOK)!
Guests: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TheSteelersWire.com), in his weekly appearance, looks at Pittsburgh going forward without defensive lineman Stephon Tuitt, plus gives his report cards on James Conner and Devin Bush. Then, we wrap up the show by heading to the nation’s capitol to speak with Sam Fortier (WashingtonPost.com) and get a temperature on the joy that’s spreading around D.C. as the Washington Nationals claimed the National League pennant and locked up their first World Series appearance.
Topics: Nationals win NL pennant, Astros/Yankees ALCS game 4 rained out until Thursday, Chris Fowler, Joe Maddon becomes new Angels manager and more players enter college football transfer portal in mid-season. Guest: Penn State football writer Mark Wogenrich (Allentown Morning Call) gives his assessment of the Nittany Lions’ performance at Iowa and what to look for in the Michigan White Out Game.
Guest: Jim Brandstatter (Michigan Radio Network play-by-play announcer) gives us perspective from the Wolverines side, leading up to Saturday night’s White Out Game. Then, we wrap up the show with this week’s James Franklin press conference.
Guest: Tony Knopp (CEO, InviteManager.com) and Steve discuss the business of sports, including the NFL’s Chargers struggle in trying to make a positive impact in Los Angeles as well as the NBA’s China controversy, Adam Silver’s first huge challenge as Commissioner.
Guests: Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) recaps the Eagles tough loss at Minnesota. Then, in his weekly appearance, Bucknell Football Head Coach Dave Cecchini, reflects back on his first win as Bucknell Head Football Coach, on the road at defending Patriot League champion, Colgate! And, we wrap up the show with more reaction from Saturday night’s Penn State victory at Iowa!
Guests: We get the Hawkeyes perspective of the Penn State/Iowa Saturday night showdown from sports writer Marc Morehouse (TheGazette.com) in Iowa City. Then, we wrap up the week with college football analyst Cam Mellor (ProFootballFocus.com) as he gives out the latest PFF grades on the Nittany Lions.
Catch a portion of Tuesday’s James Franklin Press Conference and we recap Gabe Kapler’s two-year run as Phillies manager with Joe Giglio (Sportsradio 94 WIP and NJ.com).
Guests: Joe Giglio (Sportsradio 94 WIP and NJ.com) calls in from Philadelphia to discuss the firing of Phillies manager Gabe Kapler, the several frustrating moments of the 2019 season and where the club goes from here. Then, Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, Steve and Shawn give their college and pro football picks!
Topics: Gabe Kapler fired after two seasons in Philadelphia, MLB relief pitchers, analytics. Also, it’s the week 8 high school football roundtable! Joining Steve are Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley), Selinsgrove Seals stat-man Zach Showers (Eagle 107) and Shikellamy Braves analyst “The Chief” Dave Ritchie (WKOK)!
Tim Kelly (PhilliesNation.com and host of the Locked On Phillies podcast) recaps the 2019 season, whether Gabe Kapler is in or out as Phillies manager plus possible free agent options Philadelphia may focus on when the hot stove season kicks in! Topics: college football transfer portal as well as more complete analysis from Steve on Penn State/Iowa!
Topic: Steve breaks down the Iowa Hawkeyes defense. Guest: Sam Fortier (Washington Post) gets us set for the NLDS Game 5 between the Washington Nationals and Los Angeles Dodgers!
Guest: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TheSteelersWire.com and TouchdownWire.com), in his weekly slot, goes position-by-position, not just quarterback, on the Steelers roster, as the team heads to Los Angeles on Sunday night. Topics: Oakland A’s, ALDS, Jonathan Sutherland.
Topic: Nittany Lions safety Jonathan Sutherland receives a controversial letter from a Penn State alum criticizing his looks. Also, hear Head Coach James Franklin’s weekly press conference.
Guests: Penn State football writer Ben Jones (StateCollege.com) and Steve look back on the Nittany Lions Homecoming win over Purdue plus a preview of the Saturday night showdown at Iowa. Then, in his weekly appearance, Bucknell Football Head Coach Dave Cecchini, shares how the Bison continue to improve, at one point, leading 14-0 against Holy Cross and looking ahead to this Saturday at Colgate.
Topics: Purdue/Penn State summary, Walt Anderson, Steelers. Guest: Sports reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) recaps the Eagles dominating win over the Jets.
Guest: Penn State football writer Nate Bauer (BlueWhiteIllustrated.com) and Steve preview the Purdue/Penn State Homecoming game. Then, we wrap up the week as Steve, Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, and Shawn, serve up their college and pro football picks!
Guest: Ross Tucker (Keystone Sports Network, CBS Sports Network, Westwood One) calls in from on the road to West Point to preview this weekend’s college football menu and looks at the Eagles as Philly prepares for the Jets.
Guests: Tim Newton (Purdue Football play-by-play announcer) calls in before the Boilermakers hop on the plane to State College for the Nittany Lions’ 100th Homecoming Game and Josh Getzoff (Pittsburgh Penguins hockey play-by-play announcer). Also, Steve give his reaction on the massive layoffs happening at Sports Illustrated.
Topics: Shikellamy and Southern Columbia will play a regular season football game after all, is the PIAA football postseason too long? Also, it’s the week 7 high school football roundtable! Joining Steve are Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley), Selinsgrove Seals stat-man Zach Showers (Eagle 107) and Shikellamy Braves analyst Dave Ritchie (WKOK)!
Guests: Penn State Football Writer Frank Bodani (York Daily-Record) and Philadelphia sports reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW) looks back at the impressive Eagles victory at Green Bay.
Cardinals owner Bill Bidwell passes at 88 and the Washington Nationals take the NL Wild Card Game. Guest: Rickie Ricardo (New York Yankees and Philadelphia Eagles Spanish play-by-play announcer) breaks down the challenges and injuries that the Yankees had to endure all Spring and Summer, and the pitching mix that’s needed to move through October. Also, Rickie shares his perspective on the Eagles’ running game, a big factor in the win at Green Bay, and whether Head Coach Doug Peterson will commit to it long-term thru the 2019 season.
Hour 2 – Neal Coolong joins us to chat about the Steelers big win over the Bengals on Monday night and what their season looks like going forward. Steve and Chris debate who deserves the MVP in sports.
Hour 1 – Monday night football recap, Steve kills Chris’s (guest producer) JETS relentlessly. We also listen in to Penn State Head Football Coach James Franklin’s Press Conference from earlier in the day.
Guests: MLB writer R.J. Anderson (CBS Sports) shares his take on Clint Hurdle out in Pittsburgh, where Joe Madden could land next plus a preview at both Wild Card games. Then, in his weekly appearance, Bucknell Football Head Coach Dave Cecchini, shares how his team is improving, especially on offense, as the Bison begin Patriot League play this Saturday, on Homecoming weekend in Lewisburg.
Penn State/Maryland game recap. Guest: Chris Mack (Sportsradio 93.7 The Fan/Pittsburgh) calls in with reaction of the Pirates’ firing manager Clint Hurdle on the final day of the regular season and where does the franchise go from here. Other topics: Chris Ash gone at Rutgers and initial reaction of California going against the NCAA so student athletes can begin making money on endorsement deals.
Guests: From Pro Football Focus, college football analyst Anthony Treash looks back at the Pitt/Penn State tape plus breaks down the top college quarterbacks, Maryland beat writer Emily Giambalvo (Washington Post) gives us the Terps perspective of Friday night’s conference opener with the Nittany Lions. Then, we wrap up the week as Senior Editor Neal Coolong (Steelers Wire) shares his big concerns about Pittsburgh as they go into divisional play on Monday night versus the Bengals.
It’s a Penn State Football Friday with Steve in College Park, Maryland! Steve shares a fun Maryland story from 2015 as he and Jack attempted to get to the stadium in time for the pre-game network broadcast…we get our weekly visit from Steve’s brother Kevin Jones as the guys make their football picks!
Guests: Penn State football writer Rich Scarcella (Reading Eagle) returns to the show to give his analysis of the Nittany Lions at the seasons’ quarter pole. Plus, our great friend Bob Buehner is with us. Steve looks back to the Nittany Lions game at Maryland in 1985 on a day with triple-digit heat. Steve and Bob also discuss the record number of strikeouts in Major League Baseball…also, we look at Maryland players to watch for Friday night at College Park.
Topic: Logistics playing college football on Friday night as Bob Buehner joins us! Also, we begin the second half of the regular season with our week 6 high school football roundtable! Joining Steve are Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley), Selinsgrove Seals stat-man Zach Showers (Eagle 107) and Shikellamy Braves analyst Dave Ritchie (WKOK)!
Hour 2 – Guest: Chris Mack (93.7 The Fan/Pittsburgh) on the Steelers loss to the 49ers plus Bucknell football Head Coach Dave Cecchini as the Bison wrap up their bye week and prepare for Princeton this Saturday in Lewisburg.
Guests: National Sports Reporter Adam Kilgore (Washington Post) and Steve discuss the current state of NFL quarterbacks…then, we wrap up the week as Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, make their football picks!
Guests: Sports columnist Donnie Collins (Scranton Times-Tribune) gives his Penn State football report card at the quarter pole of the season. Then, we wrap up the show as Joe Rutter (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review) calls in to unpack what’s been happening with the Steelers since the loss to Seattle as the team has to move forward without Ben Roethlisberger.
Topics: Eli Manning, Penn State bye week, big college football weekend includes Notre Dame/Georgia. Also, it’s our week 5 high school football roundtable! Joining Steve are Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley), Selinsgrove Seals stat-man Zach Showers (Eagle 107) and Shikellamy Braves analyst Dave Ritchie (WKOK)!
Guests: Recruiting analyst Ryan Snyder (BlueWhite Illustrated.com) has the latest on high school player visits to Happy Valley and what to expect as the regular season continues. Then, we wrap up the show as Senior Editor Neal Coolong (SteelersWire.com and TouchdownWire.com) makes his weekly appearance to discuss the unique challenges the Pittsburgh Steelers are now dealing with.
Topics: Phillies/Braves begin another divisional series as Atlanta looks to clinch the NL East plus a Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher is in hot water. It was an absolute manic Monday in Pittsburgh and we get thoughts from Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin in his weekly press conference.
Guest: Sports reporter Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia) and Steve look back at the Eagles’ tough Sunday night loss in Atlanta. Topics: Pitt/Penn State game recap and B1G football overall so far in September.
Guests: Paul Alexander (AT&T Sportsnet) calls in from Pittsburgh to discuss with Steve the Panthers/Nittany Lions series wrapping up after 100 games. Then, kick off the weekend as Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, give their weekly football picks.
Topics: Week 4 of high school football in the valley. Bob Buehner joins Steve to discuss the Pitt/Penn State series wrapping up Saturday in Beaver Stadium.
Guests: In his weekly segment, senior college football analyst Cam Mellor (Pro Football Focus) hands out the grades for select Nittany Lions and top nationwide players after two weeks of play. Then, we wrap up the show with Penn State football writer Frank Bodani (York Daily Record) as he and Steve look ahead to the 100th meeting this Saturday between the Pitt Panthers and Nittany Lions.
Topics: One stat on Pitt/Penn State no one is talking about, Thursday day baseball, New York Jets, college football weekend lineup, Bruce Bochy wrapping up his MLB career. Also, it’s rivalry week in the Susquehanna Valley and our week 4 high school football roundtable! Joining Steve are Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley), Selinsgrove Seals stat-man Zach Showers (Eagle 107) and Shikellamy Braves analyst Dave Ritchie (WKOK)!
Guests: Penn State football legend Tamba Hali returns to Happy Valley! As he does, Steve catches up with Tamba to discuss how big of an influence Joe Paterno was on his life, plus his 12 year NFL career, all 12 with the Kansas City Chiefs! Tamba’s appearance is courtesy of General Mills Tailgate Nation. For more information, go to https://generalmills.promo.eprize.com/tailgatenation/ Then, we wrap up the show as Chris Mack (SportsRadio 93.7 The Fan) calls in from Pittsburgh to discuss the final Pitt/Penn State game this Saturday at Beaver Stadium!
Topics: Antonio Brown, Cleveland Browns, Tyreek Hill, Phillies, Iowa-Iowa State. Guest: Penn State football writer Joe Juliano (Philadelphia Inquirer) shares his thoughts on the Nittany Lions two games into the season.
Guests: Legendary Pittsburgh Panthers and Steelers play by play announcer Bill Hillgrove returns to the show to discuss this Saturday’s 100th meeting between Pitt and Penn State. Then, we wrap up the show with Senior Editor Neal Coolong (SteelersWire.com and TouchdownWire.com) on how the Steelers can develop as a better team moving forward from the 30-point prime time Patriots blow out.
Topic: Pitt/Penn State prep for their 100th game this Saturday. Plus, catch James Franklin’s weekly press conference from Beaver Stadium!
Guests: Penn State football writer Nate Bauer (BlueWhiteIllustrated.com) and Steve recap the Nittany Lions win over Buffalo. Then, we wrap up the show with Bucknell Head Football Coach Dave Cecchini, making his first appearance during the regular season, as the Bison prepare for their home opener at Christy on Saturday night against Villanova.
Buffalo/Penn State game recap. Guest: Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia) and Steve look back at the Eagles’ season opening win over Washington plus a look ahead to their Sunday night showdown in Atlanta.
Guest: Sports Writer Emily Giambalvo (Washington Post) and Steve ponder the question: Do season-opening blowouts provide any insight into how a team’s season will unfold? Then, we wrap the week as Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, share their week 2 football picks.
Guests: Buffalo Bulls play by play announcer Paul Peck as we approach the Saturday night matchup between the Bulls and Nittany Lions! Also, Senior College Football Analyst Cam Mellor (Pro Football Focus) and Steve recap the opening weekend in college football.
Guests: Penn State football writer Bob Flounders (PennLive.com) and Buffalo Bulls play by play announcer Paul Peck!
Topic: how we get breaking sports news. Also, it’s our week 3 high school football roundtable! Joining Steve are Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley), Selinsgrove Seals stat-man Zach Showers (Eagle 107) and Shikellamy Braves play by play announcer Kevin Herr (WKOK)!
Former Nittany Lions and NFL quarterback Matt McGloin was part of the Penn State Radio Network broadcast last Saturday and calls in to discuss Sean Clifford’s debut at the controls as QB1 of the team!
Guests: Penn State football beat writer Nate Bauer (BlueWhiteIllustrated.com) and Steve preview the season opener against Idaho. Then, we kick off the Labor Day holiday weekend as Steve, his brother Kevin, and Shawn dish out their week one college football picks!
Guests: Cam Mellor (Pro Football Focus Senior College Football Analyst) and Steve break down the opening weekend college football matchups and Dave Revsine (BTN) calls in prior to his visit to Penn State this weekend! Steve and Dave cruise around the conference and discuss if expanding the college football playoff is a very good idea or not.
Guest: Penn State football writer Mark Brennan (FightOnState.com). Then, we check the email bag and answer your questions.
Topics: Phillies, Carli Lloyd, Colts’ quest for a new backup veteran quarterback, Alabama loses one of their top defenders, Rhys Hoskins’ frustrating slump. Guest: Brandon Gaudin (BTN), who will be in Beaver Stadium to call Saturday’s Idaho/Penn State game, shares what he’s curious to see from the Nittany Lions as the 2019 season begins.
Guest: Bill Moerschbacher (Penn State University Police and Public Safety) calls in to discuss the new 2019 traffic patterns and parking changes on Nittany Lion football game days. #RunYourRoute
Guests: Senior college football analyst Cam Mellor (ProFootballFocus.com) and Steve break down select Big Ten players that can make a big impact in the 2019 season. Then, we wrap up the show and replay Steve’s conversation with former Penn State linebacker Trey Bauer, from the Nittany Lions 1986 National Championship team.
Guests: NFL Writer Jeff Kerr (CBSSports.com) and from last May, we replay Steve’s interview with former Penn State offensive lineman Keith Conlin. Keith and his teammates will be honored at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, September 7th as Penn State celebrates the 25th anniversary of the 1994, unbeaten Big Ten Conference championship team.
Guests: Jacob Bogage (National Sports Writer, Washington Post) and Steve have a great Little League baseball conversation….and speaking of great, we head for the weekend with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: PA high school football begins the 2019 season and Penn State men’s basketball releases the B1G conference 2019-2020 schedule.
Topic: Penn State football. Guest: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Network) with a post-training camp report on the Steelers and a look to the pre-season week 3 “dress rehearsal.”
Topic: College football in the South. Then, it’s our first high school football roundtable of the 2019 season with Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley), Selinsgrove Seals stat-man Zach Showers (Eagle 107) and Shikellamy Braves analyst Dave Ritchie (WKOK)!
Guest: Nittany Lions football writer Ben Jones (StateCollege.com) calls in with the latest from Penn State camp as August camp wraps up soon and the first set of game week practices is about to begin. Also, this year marks the 150th year of college football and we discuss it’s huge popularity in the Southeast.
Topics: Friend of the show, Bob Buehner, joins the guys in studio. Shawn shares his experience as public address announcer at the 73rd annual Little League World Series, when will Penn State’s James Franklin name a starting quarterback and other observations with ten days away from from the season opener.
Hour2 – Topics – Steelers, NFL, College Football, High School Football, MLB MVPs, and individual awards in team sports. Guest – Neal Coolong of USA Today
Hour1 – Topics – Diva WRs in the NFL, Steelers looking pretty, Antonio Brown, Odell Bekham.
Hour 2 – Topics – Philly sports with Matt Leon, MLB playoff picture, Penn State preseason.
Hour 1 – Topics – AP Top 25 College Football Preseason Poll, dynasties in sports, the NL East.
Guests: College Football Writer Barrett Sallee (CBS Sports) joins us as we’re just 8 days away from the start of the 2019 season and we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: Phillies win in dramatic fashion and sweep the Cubs plus Louisiana-Lafayette football head coach Billy Napier tried to get his players to donate to the school’s athletic fund.
Hour 2 – Guests: Kim Jones of NFL Network on what’s she looking for around the NFL, year two of Saquon Barkley with the New York Giants and his leadership capability, and more. Plus, Cam Mellor, Senior College Football Analyst for Pro Football Focus, on how he ranks quarterbacks 1-130, and more.
Thursday 8/15/19 Hour 1 – Topics: Phillies rout Cubs in Charlie Manuel and Cole Hamels return – hear some of Manuel’s pre-game media session. Guest: Ben Jones, StateCollege.com, on Penn State football returning to camp, and James Franklin’s media session Wednesday.
Guest: Sports Writer Dave Sheinin (Washington Post) brings his MLB perspective and explains why Charlie Manual’s return to the Phillies’ coaching staff is a good thing. Also, breaking news on the Phillies’ Jake Arrieta and we talk about the popularity of fantasy football.
Topics: Charlie Manuel returns to the Phillies’ coaching staff, college football players now enjoy “football only” until classes begin and Steve explains how critical and important these days are in preparation for the upcoming season and former Steelers Head Coach Bill Cowher recently shared his thoughts on former Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown.
Topics: Dak Prescott, Penn State football, Phillies, Charlie Manuel, Matt Klentak, Jessica Mendoza and Alex Rodriguez.
Topics: Phillies fire hitting coach and bring Charlie Manuel back and can Dak Prescott rake in $40 million a year. Guest: Penn State football writer Nate Bauer (BlueWhiteIllustrated.com) checks in with his observations from Nittany Lions pre-season training camp.
Guests: Steelers/NFL Beat Writer Ray Fittipaldo (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) joins us from Latrobe to discuss the team’s reaction of the untimely death of Wide Receivers Coach Darryl Drake and having to move forward at training camp. Then, we head west to Oakland as Dieter Kurtenbach (Sports Columnist, Bay Area News Group) returns to the show to talk about Antonio Brown’s interesting week and how it’s been to cover Jon Gruden for the past two seasons.
Topics: Dak Prescott, Antonio Brown, MLB 2020 schedule released, PSU football practice continues leading up to the 2019 season opener. Guest: Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) checks in with the latest on Nate Sudfeld’s injury and how the Eagles plan to weather it, take-aways from the pre-season Titans game and what Philly needs to do over the next few weeks. Plus, Steve and Matt discuss the Phillies bullpen, which let the team down again in San Francisco.
Hour 2: Topics: More Penn State football talk, and Steve’s brother Kevin joins the show for his weekly appearance.
Friday 8/9/19 Hour 1: Topics: Recapping week 1 of preseason football. Talking to Nate Bower from Blue White Illustrated
Hour 2: Topics: Hear James Franklin’s press conference from yesterday, complaints of slow play on the PGA and some of the other major sports, and how analytics may play a part in it.
Hour 1: Topics: Antonio Brown’s recovery from frost bite. Guest: Stephen Means from Cleveland.com giving a preview of the Ohio State football season
Hour 2: Should the Pirates keep Clint Hurdle, Bucknell men’s basketball releases non-conference schedule, and a quick outlook to their season.
Wednesday 8/7/19 Hour 1: Topics: Chatting about Penn State football camp. Guest: Matt Leon talks Philadelphia Eagles ahead of tomorrow night’s preseason opener.
Hour 2: Topics: Where the Phillies stand in the NL Wild Card Race. Guest: Cam Mellor of Pro Football Focus.
Tuesday 8/6/19 Hour 1 – Bob Buehner joins the show, as we talk more about the beginning of Penn State football and high school football camps, Phillies big win, the Mets winning streak, and more.
Hour 2 – Topics: Penn State players in the NFL, where the Phillies stand in the NL Wild Card hunt, what TV has done to youth and HS sports.
Monday 8/5/19 Hour 1 – Topics: Bob Buehner joins the show, as we talk the start of Penn State football camp and high school football camps, and the guys discuss Southern Columbia’s upcoming trip to South Carolina to take on Hammond High School in the ESPN High School Showcase. Plus, the guys discuss Phillies and Pirates struggles, and CFB and scheduling and recruiting.
Hour 2 – Guest: Frank Bodani, York Daily Record. Topic: Penn State football position previews.
Friday 8/2/19 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State football camp begins, Steven Jackson retirement fiasco, evaluating Bryce Harper’s numbers. Guest: Tony DeFazio, Pittsburgh Sports Report, on what he’s seen at Steelers Training Camp so far, the thought of an 18-game schedule, and more.
Steve continues to break down the moves as the MLB trade deadline passes, including a seismic shift in the American League!
Lots of baseball talk in the final hour before the MLB trade deadline, including Corey Dickerson moving from the Pirates to the Phillies.
It’s the Snyder power hour! Guests: MLB writer Matt Snyder (CBSSports.com) joins us to discuss buyers and sellers, teams that should go for it or unload players, as the trade deadline approaches. Then, a Penn State Football Lasch Bash weekend recap with recruiting analyst Ryan Snyder (BlueWhiteIllustrated.com).
Topics: Phillies obtain left handed pitcher Jason Vargas in a trade with the New York Mets, Penn State football practice set to begin, and we have a little fun with names of stadiums as Kraft Heinz (Heinz Field) may not re-up their sponsorship with the Steelers. Speaking of the Pittsburgh, Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, SteelersWire.com) looks into the opening days of training camp at Latrobe and which players need to improve.
Guest: Philadelphia Phillies prospect and current Williamsport Crosscutter Bryson Stott. Topics: Miami Dolphins, Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Topics: Cleveland Indians pitcher Trevor Bauer throws a baseball from the pitchers mound over the center field fence, which team will buy or sell at the MLB trade deadline, Pirates and Milwaukee wheel and deal, pace of play in MLB, ESPN Sunday Night Baseball.
Topics: NFL training camps are open and breaking news from the New York Giants. Then, we close out the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: Braves/Phillies open big weekend series in Philadelphia, NFL training camps open and UConn will leave the AAC to return to the Big East Conference. Guest: Penn State Football Writer Greg Pickel (PennLive.com) calls in to talk about what the Nittany Lions can accomplish during Lasch Bash weekend.
Guests: Former Penn State football great Blair Thomas looks back fondly on his Nittany Lions career and returns to Happy Valley for his State College Spikes bobble head night! Then, Penn State football writer Ben Jones (StateCollege.com) recaps Big Ten Football Media Days.
Topic: What moves will the Phillies make, or not make, by the trade deadline? Guest: Senior Editor Kurt Badenhausen (Forbes) returns to the show to discuss the most valuable sports franchises currently in the world.
Guest: Mitch Rupert (Sports Writer, Williamsport Sun-Gazette) was in Cooperstown over the weekend for the 2019 National Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and shared his reflections on Montoursville’s Mike Mussina reaching baseball immortality!
Topics: football is getting closer! Guest: Steelers Beat Writer Joe Rutter (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review) joins Steve before heading to Saint Vincent College for training camp!
We playback James Franklin’s press conference from B1G Football Media Days in Chicago. Then, Philadelphia Eagles Beat Writer Ed Kracz (The Sports Xchange and www.footballmaven.io/Eagles talks about Darren Sproles re-upping with the Eagles as training camp begins later this week!
Topics: Phillies win series at Pittsburgh, Ben Hogan. Guest: Bill Carollo, Big Ten Conference Head of Officials, from B1G Football Media Day, discusses the latest on targeting and other rules that will be modified heading into the 2019 season.
We wrap up our “Best Of Week” and head back to last February at Penn State’s National Signing Day coverage with Head Coach James Franklin!
Outstanding replays with Mark Brennan (FightOnState.com) and Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive lineman Donovan Smith reflects back on his time with Penn State!
As Steve recharges, we charge thru “Best Of Week” and enjoy another listen to New York Times best-selling author Jeff Pearlman (JeffPearlman.com) on his book, “Football For A Buck: The Crazy Rise and Crazier Demise of the USFL,” a fascinating background on their founding fathers and star players as well as President’s Trump’s involvement in the league. Then, we go back to March with Philadelphia Phillies Radio Network Analyst Kevin Fransden’s first appearance on our show, breaking down the new lineup and energy that has returned to the team’s fan base as well as his own transition from an MLB player to...
“Best Of Week” continues! New Bucknell football Head Coach Dave Cecchini made his first appearance with us over the Winter as he started preparations for his initial campaign in Lewisburg and return to the Patriot League. Also, we replay a great baseball conversation from February with Steve and Yankees Beat Writer Sweeny Murti (WFAN/New York)!
Day 2 of our “Best Of Week” features New England Patriots Radio Network Play-By-Play Announcer Bob Socci to recap Super Bowl 53 and discusses the impact players responsible for bringing a sixth Vince Lombardi Trophy to Foxborough. Then, the one and only Steve Blass, who’s retiring this season after 60 years, 34 of those 60 in the broadcast booth, all with the Pittsburgh Pirates!
Former Penn State football star running back D.J. Dozier returned to Happy Valley for Homecoming 2018 and joined Steve to discuss his book “Decide To Dominate” and looked back on his playing days in Beaver Stadium. Also, we replay Steve’s interview with Hall of Fame writer Ray Didinger (SportsRadio 94 WIP/NBC Sports Philadelphia), author of the Philadelphia Eagles Encyclopedia Championship Edition, his third edition of the series, who shared a behind the scenes look at how this version was put together.
Day 1 of our “Best Of Week” features a great listen for all Penn State fans! Joining Steve is Penn State football historian Lou Prato! Lou is the former director of the Penn State All-Sports Museum in Beaver Stadium and shares excellent information on the 100-year series between the Pittsburgh Panthers and Nittany Lions.
Enjoy some of the best conversations from the show! This hour, ESPN Senior Writer Tim Kurkjian talks about the National Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2019. Also, we replay Steve’s interview with Pittsburgh Steelers running back Merril Hoge to learn more about his book, “Brainwashed,” on concussions and whether playing football causes CTE symptoms or not.
Steve’s brother Kevin Jones and Tim Kelly (Host of the daily “Locked on Phillies” Podcast and Editorial Director on Phillies Nation dot com) makes his show debut to discuss where pitcher Jake Arrieta currently is health-wise, whether the Phillies will buy or sell at the trade deadline and where they should set their priorities plus the organization’s talent level on the minor league squads including the progress of Mickey Moniak and Alec Bohm.
Topics: Latest sports headlines, Nats/Phillies this weekend and when will the NFL move to an 18-game regular season schedule? Guest: Penn State Football Writer Rich Scarcella (Reading Eagle) who’s in State College to cover “Lift For Life” as we’re less than a week away from Big Ten Football Media Days.
Guest: Mark Brennan (Lions 24/7 with FightOnState.com) and Steve size up the current roster prior to Lift For Life 2019!
Topics: David Ortiz undergoes third surgery, Richard Seymour takes part in World Series of Poker and listener reaction from Steve’s discussion on Wednesday about student athlete training tables. Guest: Bill Bender (National College Football Writer, Sporting News) scans the Big Ten Conference and shares the impact Jim Delany had during his tenure as Commissioner.
Topic: The future of women’s soccer after the USWNT won back-to-back FIFA Women’s World Cup titles. Guest: Tim Kelly (Host of the daily “Locked on Phillies” Podcast and Editorial Director on Phillies Nation dot com) makes his show debut to discuss where pitcher Jake Arrieta currently is health-wise, whether the Phillies will buy or sell at the trade deadline and where they should set their priorities plus the organization’s talent level on the minor league squads including the progress of Mickey Moniak and Alec Bohm.
Topics: AL wins MLB All-Star Game, Kawhi Leonard signs a 3-year deal with the Clippers and Steve shares information from a sports story in Forbes about the universities that spend the most money on their student athletes training tables.
Guest: New Orleans basketball writer and radio network analyst Jim Eichenhofer (Pelicans.com) checks in from the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas to discuss Zion Williamson, the Anthony Davis trade to the Lakers and the latest on former Penn State basketball star Tony Carr and what he can contribute to the Pels. Then, Steve wraps up the show by cruising through the Penn State football Summer roster as Lift For Life approaches this Friday as well as how other teams may stack up this upcoming season in the Big Ten Conference.
Topics: MLB Home Run Derby, Pro Football Hall of Fame, Andy Russell, MLB All-Star Game, Justin Verlander and are juiced baseballs causing the spike in MLB home runs?
Guests: Jacob Bogage (National Sports Writer, Washington Post) reviews the FIFA Women’s World Cup Final from France as the United States defeated the Netherlands 2-0. Then, we wrap up the show with Yaron Weitzman (NBA Writer, Bleacher Report) at the Summer League in Las Vegas to spin through what was a crazy week of free agency and how good of a fit Paul George and Kawhi Leonard will be with the Clippers.
Topics: MLB All-Star break, Team USA wins FIFA Women’s World Cup shutting out the Netherlands, USA Women’s National Soccer Team and Megan Rapinoe continue their quest for equal pay and it’s a tale of two Pennsylvania MLB teams as Steve looks at how the Phillies and Pirates did heading into the break.
Topics: Bryce Harper and Manny Machado. And our week is not complete without a visit from Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: Phillies head to New York before the All-Star break and former MLB commissioner Bud Selig reflects back on his tenure. Guest: Joey Gulino (Soccer Writer, Yahoo! Sports) previews the FIFA Women’s World Cup Final between the United States and the Netherlands.
Guest: Recruiting analyst Ryan Snyder (BlueWhiteIllustrated.com) has the latest information on which top-shelf high school football players graduating in 2020 are choosing Penn State! Topics: Ezekiel Elliott, Odubel Herrera, NASCAR.
Hour 1 – Topics: Phillies shut out Atlanta thanks to a dazzling performance by Aaron Nola, Mets, NFL. Guest: Jonathan Bombulie (Penguins writer, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review) calls into the show to break down the current Pens’ roster and if has improved since getting knocked out in the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Guests: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (SteelersWire.com) and Steve discuss the benefits and disadvantages of the NFL increasing games in the regular season. Then, we head to Philadelphia and hear from sports reporter/writer Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW) to talk about the 76ers and their latest team moves plus a mid-season observation of the Phillies.
Topics: Women’s World Cup semifinal updates between England and Team USA. Guest: Chris Mack (93.7 The Fan/Pittsburgh) joins Steve to discuss Josh Bell’s hot streak with the Pirates heading to the All-Star break.
Topics: NBA Free Agency frenzy, former Penn State and Bucknell players to take part in NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, then Steve wraps up the show with some Penn State football conversation as we are now 61 days away from the 2019 Nittany Lions season opener.
Topics: Making sense of NBA Free Agency, the way we watch sports today compared to growing up and Steve shares a great story about a Roger Maris home run that has a fun regional twist.
A bit of Indycar talk, women’s soccer update and Kevin Jones on UConn to wrap up the week.
Nate Bauer, Blue-White Illustrated, talks Penn State and NCAA Football and a bit of Penn State Basketball.
Topics: ESPN’s Bob Ley to retire after 40 years and will the NBA decide to decrease the number of regular season games in the early 2020’s?
Topics: Phillies look to go for three wins in a row against the Mets plus changing the language of the NCAA transfer rules and clarify the process.
Hour 1 – Topics: Game 1 of the “Who is the Biggest Mess in the NL East” Series between the Mets and the Phils went to the Phillies, Steve breaks it down along with the legislation in California regarding College athletes being able to get paid for their likeness, and what actually constitutes being an adult in the US.
Steve takes your phone calls on baseball…..what’s happening on the field and the money side too.
Topics: Phillies losing streak now at 7, USA Women’s Soccer advances to FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, Italy receives 2026 Winter Olympic Games, Penn State Associate Athletic Director Jeff Nelson to retire after 26 years, New York Mets manager tangles with a beat reporter plus the Yankees and Red Sox will play in London this weekend!
Guests: Guest: Former Penn State and NFL player John Urschel reflects back on his time with the Nittany Lions and shares why he loves math. John’s new book, which is already a New York Times best seller, is “Mind and Matter: A Life In Math and Football.” Here is the link to get your copy: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/557242/mind-and-matter-by-john-urschel-and-louisa-thomas/9780735224865/ Then, we wrap up the show with great college football conversation featuring Phil Steele (PhilSteele.com) as we are only a few days away from the release of his 2019 college football preview!
Guests: Penn State Men’s Basketball Senior Forward Lamar Stevens talks with Steve about his return to University Park for one more season. Also, InviteManager.com CEO Tony Knopp returns to the show for a sports business conversation. Steve and Tony dip into the future of the NBA and how the new collective bargaining agreement will look, the move toward more smaller venues in pro sports as more corporate partners maximize all of their ad dollars the best they can. Also, be prepared to see a faster trend of cashless, paperless USA sports venues.
We discuss the popularity and difference between the United States Women’s and Men’s National soccer teams as the FIFA Women’s World Cup continues. Then, we wrap up the show as Keith Smith (RealGM.com and contributing Yahoo! Sports NBA writer) calls in to share his thoughts on Kawhi Leonard’s future after winning the title with the Toronto Raptors, details on the mega-trade sending Anthony Davis to the Lakers and whether the New Orleans Pelicans also benefited from the deal plus a look ahead to 2019 free agency starting in 2 weeks.
Steve, Shawn and Bob Buehner discuss Women’s World Cup Soccer, the Phillies in freefall, the 2019 NBA Draft and which Big Ten Conference players and pro prospects could be chosen.
Topic: PIAA. Guest: InviteManager.com CEO Tony Knopp returns to the show for a sports business conversation. Steve and Tony dip into the future of the NBA and how the new collective bargaining agreement will look, the move toward more smaller venues in pro sports as more corporate partners maximize all of their ad dollars the best they can. Also, be prepared to see a faster trend of cashless, paperless USA sports venues.
Topics: sports business and is “the shift” in baseball good or bad? Guest: Multimedia Editor Jessica Marksbury (Golf.com) recaps Gary Woodland’s first Grand Slam victory at Pebble Beach in the U.S. Open and gives us a look ahead to golf’s next major, The 148th Open Championship in Northern Ireland, for the first time in 68 years, at Royal Portrush.
Guests: Keith Smith (RealGM.com and contributing Yahoo! Sports NBA writer) calls in to share his thoughts on Kawhi Leonard’s future after winning the title with the Toronto Raptors, details on the mega-trade sending Anthony Davis to the Lakers and whether the New Orleans Pelicans also benefited from the deal plus a look ahead to 2019 free agency starting in 2 weeks. Then, we wrap up the show with outstanding college football conversation featuring Phil Steele (PhilSteele.com) as we get closer to the release of his 2019 college football preview!
Topics: Gary Woodland wins US Open, Todd Gurley knee issues and Anthony Davis gets dealt to the Lakers in a block-blocker trade with New Orleans. Guest: Selinsgrove baseball Head Coach Brent Beiler joins us following the Seals claiming their first ever PIAA state baseball championship, a 7-4 victory over the Beaver Bobcats.
Our play-by-play call of the day is the final pitch of the Selinsgrove Seals victory in the PIAA-AAAA championship game over the Beaver Bobcats. Guests: Sports Writer Jacob Bogage (Washington Post) joins Steve to discuss the Women’s FIFA World Cup and which teams, if any, can stand in Team USA’s way to win the trophy. Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Topics: We go to University Park for a live look in at the PIAA-AAAA high school state baseball championship game between Selinsgrove and the Beaver Bobcats. Guest: Former Penn State and NFL player John Urschel reflects back on his time with the Nittany Lions and shares why he loves math. John’s new book, which is already a New York Times best seller, is “Mind and Matter: A Life In Math and Football.” Here is the link to get your copy: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/557242/mind-and-matter-by-john-urschel-and-louisa-thomas/9780735224865/
Topics: A historic play-by-play call of the day, US Open golf update, Braves leap over the Phillies to the top of the NL East prior to their big weekend series, Bryce Harper gets first day off before long stretch of divisional games, Selinsgrove Seals baseball one win away from gold and who in Pennsylvania felt the earthquake on June 12th?
Topics: US Open golf, St. Louis wins their first Stanley Cup in franchise history, Flavor Flav, Selinsgrove heads to Penn State for the PIAA-AAA baseball state championship!
We share comments from Penn State Football Head Coach James Franklin, who met with the media today at the Lasch Building and then it’s off to amazing Pebble Beach for a 2019 U.S. Open golf championship preview from Jason Sobel (Senior PGA Writer, ActionNetwork.com) .
Guest: Selinsgrove Area High School Baseball Head Coach Brent Bieler (selinsgrovebaseball.com) joins us to share the incredible ride the Seals have enjoyed so far on their way to the PIAA-AAAA 2019 state championship game this Friday against the Beaver Bobcats at Penn State!
Hour 2 – Topics: NFL, Tiger Woods anecdote, MLB, USA Women’s World Cup, Neal Coolong calls in the discuss Steelers and potential NFL work stoppage in 2021.
Hour1 – Topics: Kevin Durant, NBA Finals, MLB, USA Women’s World Cup, Penn State attendance numbers.
Topics: Our Play-By-Play Call of the Day, PIAA classifications, David Ortiz update, Terry Bowden goes back to college and what’s bad about instant replay.
Topics: Red Sox legend David Ortiz shot in his native Dominican Republic, how much playing time will Kevin Durant get in game 5, did Queen Elizabeth call for pizza and Prince Phillip turns 98 today!
Guests: Horse racing analyst Dick Jerardi joins us courtesy of Xpressbet.com to preview the 151st Belmont Stakes and we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Guests: NHL analyst Bob Grove checks in as the St. Louis Blues are on the cusp of lifting the Stanley Cup for the first time in franchise history. Also, Eagles reporter Brandon Lee Gowton (BleedingGreenNation.com) calls in from Philadelphia to give his reaction on the Carson Wentz contract extension, the Eagles 2019 draft picks and we cruise around the NFC East.
Guest: Colorado Men’s Basketball Head Coach Tad Boyle (NCAA Basketball Rules Committee Chairman) calls in to talk about new rules going into effect in the upcoming 2019-20 season. Also, new Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Adam Haseley had the game winning hit in the victory Wednesday over the San Diego Padres. The 2-out, RBI double in the eighth inning, was the first hit in his Major League Baseball career. So we decided to wrap up the show with a trip back in time. One month after the Phillies drafted Haseley, Steve had a chance to speak with him on July 10th, 2017,...
Topics: 75th anniversary of D-Day, Pennsylvania’s 50th Special Olympic Games kick off at Penn State, Nittany Lions basketball in early December will play Wake Forest in the 2019 Big Ten/ACC Challenge plus updates on lots of Thursday daytime baseball games! Guest: Andrew Kahn (Michigan Football and Men’s Basketball Beat Writer for MLive.com) joins us to discuss the Juwan Howard hire as new Wolverines hoops head coach and Philadelphia basketball legend Phil Martelli joining his coaching staff.
Hour 2 – Guests: Deiter Kurtenbach, Bay Area News Group Sports Columnist, with more NBA Finals discussion. Kevin Frandsen, Color Analyst for the Phillies Radio Network, joins us as well.
Tuesday 6/4/19 Hour 1 – Topics: Kevin Warren named new Big Ten Commissioner, new Big 10 football postseason slate, Phillies first round pick in last night’s MLB Draft. Guests: Reid Forgrave, CBS Sports, on the NBA Finals. Neal Coolong, Steelers Wire/USA Today, on the future of NFL scheduling.
Topics: 2019 MLB Draft, NFL’s Roger Goodell says four pre-season games are too many and former Bloomsburg University Head Football Coach Danny Hale is added to the 2019 College Football Hall of Fame NFF voting ballot.
Topics: Phillies move on to San Diego on West coast swing, Blues make changes going into game 4 of Stanley Cup Final, Toronto and Golden State are even 1-1 in NBA Finals, Jay Bruce traded to the Phillies from Seattle plus we discuss the problem in sports when you start looking ahead too much instead of living in the moment.
Hour 2: Guests: Penn State men’s basketball senior Lamar Stevens, on returning for his senior year and more. Plus Steve’s brother, Kevin, joins the show for his weekly segment. Topics: Phillies-Dodgers series preview.
Friday 5/31/19 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State Coaches vs. Cancer Golf Tournament recap, NBA Finals Game 1 reaction. Guests: BTN’s and Penn State basketball alumni Jon Crispin and his brother, Joe.
Topics: Chelsea vs Arsenal in UEFA Europa Final, Phillies and how their top draft picks have been doing in the minors the past few years plus Lance Armstrong to appear on a cable tv interview.
Topics: Latest on college basketball players making their decisions to stay in school or go pro and when could there be another work stoppage in the NFL?
Weather becomes the only story for a bit as a near evacuation happens, BUT we still find a way to chat about Bill Buckner and his passing, and Steve chats with Neil Coolong about Bart Starr.
Baseball at the Memorial Day mark, tragedy in the sports world this weekend and the weather becomes the star of the show.
Topic: Lots of college football bowl games between the national semifinals and championship game. Then, we head into the holiday weekend with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: Phillies escape Chicago with a split versus the Cubs and Penn State men’s lacrosse are in Philadelphia for their first ever NCAA Final Four appearance. Guest: NHL analyst Bob Grove previews the Stanley Cup Final featuring the Boston Bruins and for the first time since 1970, the St. Louis Blues, a team that was in last place on January 3rd.
Topics: St. Louis Blues are in the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 1970, why they keep playing Laura Branigan’s “Gloria” in St. Louis, the NBA playoffs have a compelling Eastern Conference Final but the TV ratings are falling and the Cubs get their 5th walk-off win of season which is the most in MLB. Steve and Bob Buehner also discuss if there is too much analytics in baseball.
Steve, Shawn and Bob Buehner are all together plus we discuss MLB with Chris Mack (Sportsradio 93.7 The Fan, Pittsburgh).
As the Pittsburgh Steelers continue OTA’s, Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TouchdownWire.com and SteelersWire.com) makes his weekly appearance to discuss quarterback Ben Roethlisberger’s first public comments after Antonio Brown’s departure and running back James Conner’s health moving forward.
Topics: Phillies win in 10 at Wrigley, Ed Cooley stays in Providence and takes his name out of consideration for the Michigan basketball head coaching job and we have an Indy car edition of “Storytime With Steve.” Guest: NBA Writer Bryan Kalbrosky (hoopshype.com) joins us to discuss Penn State basketball players currently going thru workouts with the possibility of turning pro.
Guest: Colorado Men’s Basketball Head Coach Tad Boyle (NCAA Basketball Rules Committee Chairman) calls in to discuss new rules that may go into effect in the upcoming 2019-20 season.
Hour 1 – Friend of the show Bob Buehner joins us in studio as well as Kevin “The Suit” Herr. Kevin continues to get excited for another Indy 500 race. Guest: Penn State Men’s Lacrosse Head Coach Jeff Tambroni talked with Steve in Connecticut following the Nittany Lions 21-14 victory over Loyola (MD) in the NCAA Quarterfinals and punched their ticket to their first Final Four this weekend in Philadelphia.
Guests on today’s show: Brett Hudson, who covers Mississippi State Football, on the transfer of Tommy Stevens to Mississippi State. Kevin Jones joins Steve to wrap up the week.
Guests on today’s show: Quint Kessenich, ESPN, on the College Lacrosse National Championship and how Penn State matches up in the tournament. Dick Jerardi with the Preakness preview.
Hour 2 – Guests: Steve Bortstein, Fox Sports 1340, with a Preakness Stakes preview; Shane Young, NBA Writer for Clutchpoints.com, on NBA Draft Lottery and conference finals.
Wednesday 5/15/19 Hour 1 – Topics: NBA Draft Lottery reaction, NY Jets fire GM. Guest: Todd Sadowski, Sports Director FOX 43, York. He was at Bethpage Black for a PGA Championship practice round.
Guest: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TouchdownWire.com and SteelersWire.com) makes his weekly appearance to discuss whether the XFL will be a success or not when it return in 2020 plus business in the NFL, including the cap and quarterback salaries. Then, Steve wraps up the show by looking back at Penn State’s 1994 undefeated football team, celebrating it’s 25th anniversary.
Topics: the future of college football and NBA Draft Lottery. Guest: Sports reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) calls in during the aftermath of the 76ers elimination after two rounds of the NBA playoffs.
Guests: NBA Writer Yaron Weitzman (Bleacher Report) was in Toronto for game 7 between the 76ers and Raptors and shares his reaction to Kawhi Leonard’s game-winning shot as well as what Philadelphia should do moving forward. Then, we wrap up the show with college basketball Hall of Fame Writer/Penn State Basketball Analyst Dick Jerardi for his reaction on former Michigan head coach John Beilein moving on to the NBA and the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Topics: John Beilein leaves Michigan to make a jump to the NBA to become the new head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Guest: Sports Reporter Will Hobson (Washington Post) joins us to discuss the college basketball bribery trial.
Guests: Sports columnist Dieter Kurtenbach (The Mercury News) returns to the show, this time calling in from shootaround in Houston, prior to game 6 of the NBA Western Conference Semifinals between the Rockets and Golden State Warriors. Then we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: Phillies start weekend interleague set in Kansas City and in the NBA, Houston looks to force game 7 against the Kevin Durant-less Golden State Warriors. Guest: Philadelphia Phillies Ambassador Chris Wheeler shares fond memories of the late David Montgomery, who spent his entire 48-year working career with the Phillies, starting in ticket sales and eventually becoming a part-owner, president, and chief executive officer.
Guests: Mark Brennan (FightOnState.com) is in studio to talk new Penn State football practice facilities, the Nittany Lions Men’s Lacrosse run to an NCAA crown and Men’s Basketball as Mike Watkins returns for one more season. Then, Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TouchdownWire.com and SteelersWire.com) shares his thoughts on the current state of the NFL as the league begins its 100th season.
Topics: Recap of the 28th annual Truman H. Purdy Memorial Golf Tournament and the college bowl season will increase from 40 to 43 games this year.
More from Penn’s Tavern, Sunbury, as Steve and Shawn get ready for the Truman Purdy Golf Tournament. Guests: Penn State Greats Keith Conlin and Trey Bauer.
The show is on the road at Penn’s Tavern, south of Sunbury, as we get ready for the Truman Purdy Memorial Golf Tournament. Guest: Marcus Hayes of Philly.com on the 76ers and Adam Purdy.
Hour 2 – Guests: More Kentucky Derby reaction from award winning writer Dick Jerardi (courtesy of Xpressbet.com). Laffitt Pincay III of NBC Sports also offers his perspective, after being a part of the broadcast.
Monday 5/6/19 Hour 1 – Topics: Plenty of fiery Kentucky Derby reaction from Steve and Matt Catrillo, unhappy with the outcome. Guests: Sarah Todd, 76ers Beat Writer, Philadelphia Inquirer, reacting to the Sixers Game 4 loss to the Raptors.
A Kentucky Derby preview from award winning writer Dick Jerardi (courtesy of Xpressbet.com) and Steve reconnects with long time friend and sports broadcaster Dave Sims. Dave looks back at the first NFL game he called on radio with Steve’s current Penn State football analyst, Hall of Famer Jack Ham.
As Penn State men’s lacrosse advances to its first ever Big Ten Conference tournament championship game, Steve speaks with head coach Jeff Tambroni. Also, InviteManager CEO Tony Knopp returns for a sports business discussion that includes how big of an impact Tiger Woods has made on the PGA Tour after his 5th Masters victory, the future of regional sports networks and the companies using their platforms to spend their advertising dollars, the marketing plan for MLS (Major League Soccer) and could one of their teams someday, start competing with the mega clubs in Europe?
Guests: Russell Baxter (ProFootballGuru.com) recaps the 2019 NFL Draft, the Giants taking Daniel Jones at number 6 plus the Steelers and Eagles both moving up to choose their guys as well as sharing his take on the new pass interference rules that go into effect. Also, Steve’s brother Kevin Jones checks in!
Topics: horse racing, bucket lists and Dan Patrick reveals frightening health issues and history was made in the Reds/Mets game. Guest: Barry Abrams (ESPN.com “In The Gate” Podcast Host) joins us for a preview of the 145th Kentucky Derby with favorite Omaha Beach out of the race due to a breathing problem.
Topics: baseball and why in some people’s eyes it’s too slow, pace of play in professional sports and the very latest from the college basketball bribery trial.
National baseball writer Jared Diamond (Wall Street Journal) is back on the show to talk about bullpens and the reasons why a lot of them are struggling on the major league level as well as the concern about low attendance numbers in select cities during the first month of the 2019 season.
Guest: Penn State Men’s Basketball Head Coach Patrick Chambers is back on the show to discuss Mike Watkins returning to the Nittany Lions for his senior season and the latest on Lamar Stevens’ future. Topics: Penn State men’s lacrosse is number one in the nation, ESPN The Magazine will stop publication in September, former Penn State wrestlers performed very well in freestyle competition over the weekend at Las Vegas, UEFA Champions League semifinals begin plus we scan MLB attendance numbers for the first month of the 2019 season.
Topic: More college football bowl game are coming in 2020. Guest: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (SteelersWire.com and TouchdownWire.com) looks back to the 2019 NFL Draft and shares which teams got absolute steals in the first round including the Pittsburgh Steelers’ bold move jumping up 10 picks to get Devin Bush.
Hour 2 – Topics: Purdy Memorial Golf Tourney coming up, more NFL Draft, PSU Wrestling. Guests: Adam Purdy on the Purdy Tournament, Charlie Campbell of WalterFootball.com on the NFL Draft
Hour 1 – Topics: NFL Draft recap, where the Nittany Lions landed, Avengers Endgame chat (NO SPOILERS)
We look ahead to the rest of the 2019 NFL Draft. How many Penn State players be taken during night two? It’s only a matter of time but when will Josh Rosen’s future change? Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: NFL draft round one recap with Steve, Shawn and Kevin “The Suit” Herr. Guest: Marcus Hayes (Sports Columnist, Philadelphia Daily News and Inquirer) joins Steve to discuss the Sixers in the Eastern Conference Semifinals against Toronto and the wonderful job head coach Brett Brown has done, despite lots of criticism thrown at him the past two seasons.
Guest: Seattle Mariners play-by-play announcer Dave Sims! We go back in time when Dave and Steve’s football broadcast partner Jack Ham, called NFL games together in the 1990s, also a peak into Dave show with Duke’s Coach K and a look at the Mariners and the sports fan base in the Pacific Northwest. Topics: NFL Draft, which top defensive player is better (Nick Bosa or Josh Allen), as well as the latest from the college basketball bribery trial.
Hour 2 – More Louis Martin Blazer testimony reaction, plus plenty of NFL Draft discussion, including Matt’s mock top 5 first round picks. We’ll also react to tensions rising in the Phillies-Mets series. Guest: Austin Gayle, Pro Football Focus, on story about former Penn State running back Miles Sanders and more.
Wednesday 4/24/19 Hour 1 – Sixers finish off the Nets, Damian Lillard’s walk-off, series-clinching 3, and other NBA playoffs reaction, Louis Martin Blazer testimony reaction. Guests: Marc Zumoff, 76ers TV Play-By-Play Voice for NBC Sports Philadelphia.
Guests: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (SteelersWire.com and TouchdownWire.com) checks in before the 2019 NFL Draft to break down the Pittsburgh Steelers options could have on their board in the war room and which direction they should go with their first round selection. Then, Chris Mack (Sportsradio 93.7 The Fan, Pittsburgh) and Steve recap the very good start so far this season by the Pittsburgh Pirates. Also, we get the latest information from the NCAA basketball bribery trial that took an unexpected turn from basketball to football as a witness said he paid football players from over a half dozen schools,...
Talking Points: Frank Clark traded from Seattle to Kansas City, what moves the needle in sports and what fans are craving. Guest: InviteManager CEO Tony Knopp returns for a sports business discussion that includes how big of an impact Tiger Woods has made on the PGA Tour after his 5th Masters victory, the future of regional sports networks and the companies using their platforms to spend their advertising dollars, the marketing plan for MLS (Major League Soccer) and could one of their teams someday, start competing with the mega clubs in Europe?
Hour 2: Guest: Tom Moore, Sports Columnist for Bucks County Courier Times, The Intelligencer, and Burlington County Times. He shares his viewpoint of the Sixers-Nets Series, the intensity of the series, and what lies ahead for the Sixers, should they win the series. Moore also talks with Steve about the ‘next question’ topic in NBA press conferences/media sessions. Topics: Update on players declaring for the NBA Draft, plus a look at what lies ahead for this week’s NFL Draft.
Monday 4/22/19 Hour 1 – Steve offers more insight and opinions to QB’s transferring in college football, and is sports coverage geared toward the individual rather than winning and losing?
Guests: Bob Grove talks about the Pittsburgh Penguins getting swept in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs by the New York Islanders as well as the other shockers that have been taking place. Also, where do the Pens go from here? Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: Tommy Stevens in the NCAA transfer portal and how the Penn State 2019 offense looks similar to the Nittany Lions’ 1980 offense as Steve breaks down all of the skill positions. Guest: John McMullen (NFL and Philadelphia Eagles Insider, ESPN South Jersey, 973espn.com) calls in to break down what’s on Philly’s and the New York Giants’ draft boards plus whether Kyler Murray is gonna go number one or slide down to the Oakland Raiders at number four.
Guests: Penn State Football Writer Nate Bauer (BlueWhiteIllustrated.com) is back on the show to discuss with Steve, quarterback Tommy Stevens entering his name into the NCAA transfer portal. And we wrap up the show with Penn State Lady Lions Basketball new Head Coach Carolyn Kieger as she gets us up to date on putting together her staff, recruiting, the 2019-20 schedule and shares how much she enjoyed Blue/White weekend!
Topic: Penn State quarterback Tommy Stevens enters his name in the NCAA transfer portal. Guest: New York Times National Baseball Writer Tyler Kepner joins the show to discuss his new book, “K: A History of Baseball In 10 Pitches.” More details on the book can be found here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/532815/k-a-history-of-baseball-in-ten-pitches-by-tyler-kepner/9780385541015/
Guests: Penn State Football Writer Audrey Snyder from The Athletic (https://theathletic.com/pittsburgh/) shares the highlights of Blue/White Weekend which included the return of Nittany Lions legend Matt Millen to the broadcast booth following his heart transplant on Christmas Eve. Then we wrap up the show with new Bucknell Football Head Coach Dave Cecchini as he recaps his first series of Spring practices with the Bison, a look ahead to his next phase of recruiting and off-season activities.
Topics: Russell Wilson is the new NFL highest-paid player, the latest list of college players looking at the NBA and Penn State Spring Football. Guest: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (SteelersWire.com and TouchdownWire.com) and Steve scan the Pittsburgh Steelers’ possibilities for their 2019 first round draft pick, players they can really use, should Pittsburgh move up from their slot at number 20 and the guys discuss Russell Wilson’s new contract extension with Seattle.
Guest: Golf Writer Gerry Dulac (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) returns to the show to recap a historical Masters. Gerry was in Augusta to see the remarkable redemption and return to glory of Tiger Woods as he claimed his 5th green jacket! Then, we finish the show with more Blue/White game reflections from Steve.
Guest: Penn State Football Beat Writer Rich Scarcella (Reading Eagle) and Steve recap the 2019 Blue/White Game. Steve also shares a few takeaways from the Nittany Lions’ Spring Football.
Carolyn Kieger is officially introduced as the 6th Head Coach in Penn State Women’s Basketball history. We have coverage of today’s press conference from the Bryce Jordan Center. Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: Carolyn Kieger is officially introduced as the 6th Head Coach in Penn State Women’s Basketball history. Guest: We preview the 2019 Blue/White game with sports columnist Donnie Collins (Scranton Times-Tribune).
Guests: Penn State Men’s Basketball Head Coach Patrick Chambers recaps the season with Steve plus shares details on the annual Coaches Vs. Cancer Golf Tournament (cvcpennstate.org) returning to the Blue White courses Friday, May 31st! And speaking of golf, it’s the first day of The Masters so it’s a perfect time to talk with Jessica Marksbury (golf.com)!
Guest: Phillies Beat Writer Meghan Montemurro from The Athletic (https://theathletic.com/philly/), makes her first appearance on the show! Steve and Meghan discuss the dividends the team has enjoyed so far with the off-season signings, how manager Gabe Kapler has approached his second season in its early stages, moving Maikel Franco to 8th in the starting lineup, the adjustments J.T. Realmuto is going through after leaving Miami, a steady presence Jean Segura is already showing, covering Bryce Harper on a daily basis and the concerns that continue to linger with the bullpen.
Guest: Penn State football writer Mike Poorman (StateCollege.com) joins the show to discuss “The Business of Football from the Players’ Perspective,” featuring current NFL players/former Penn State stars Allen Robinson, Adrian Amos and Donovan Smith. All three will appear at Penn State’s HUB Auditorium on Friday, April 12th at 4:30pm. The event is free!
We start the show by answering listener comments from our Facebook page. Guest: Ron Sirak (GlobalGolfPost.com and Golf Channel Contributor) joins Steve from Augusta. Ron is covering his 30th Masters and discusses the crucial holes golfers need to succeed on, Tiger Woods’ chances at another green jacket, will Rory McIlroy bring his “A” game, Jordan Spieth’s putting issues in 2019, does Rickie Fowler’s game fit Augusta and will Phil Mickelson be a factor on Sunday?
Topic: Lamar Stevens and Mike Watkins will both test the NBA waters but are not ruling out a return to Penn State basketball. Steve breaks down how the process works and there’s much more details than meets the eye.
Topics: Virginia wins first national basketball championship, Mick Cronin leaving the Bearcats to take over UCLA plus Steve talks about Penn State basketball’s Lamar Stevens and Mike Watkins, their future intentions and how the process will fall into place. Guest: Legendary college basketball writer Dick “Hoops” Weiss (Blue Star Media) recaps the Virginia overtime victory over Texas Tech for the title and shares deep concern about the current state of college basketball and where it could go from here.
Topics: college hoops wraps up in Minneapolis, what will it take for Virginia and Texas Tech to give us a fun, compelling national title game, Final Four double dribble non call and is there too much instant replay?
Topics: Phillies take 2 out of 3 over Minnesota, NCAA Men’s Final Four, Kyle Guy, Penn State Men’s Gymnastics claim Big Ten championship plus Virginia and Texas Tech to tangle for National Championship.
Guests: Sports Columnist Barry Svrluga (Washington Post) makes his debut on our show to discuss the Bryce Harper move from DC to Philadelphia plus college hoops, Duke, Zion Williamson plus “one and done” in the game. Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Topics: Phillies begin interleague play, Vanderbilt hoops has a new head coach, Browns sign former Steeler, longtime women’s basketball coach Sylvia Hatchell in hot water at North Carolina plus it’s NCAA Men’s and Women’s Final Four weekend! Guest: NHL analyst Bob Grove takes a look at the Pittsburgh Penguins as the Stanley Cup Playoffs begin next week!
Guest: Mark Brennan (FightOnState.com) is in studio with Steve as they share the latest from Penn State Spring Football and recap the men’s basketball season.
Topics: Phillies let one get away in DC and drop first game of season and Carolyn Kieger leaves Marquette to become the new Penn State Women’s Basketball Head Coach and Bucknell’s Nate Sestina gets a grad transfer to join John Calipari at Kentucky. Guest: Football writer Ben Kercheval (CBSSports.com) returns to discuss what went wrong with the Alliance of American Football that forced the suspension of all operations this week.
Guest: United States Basketball Hall of Fame Writer Dick Jerardi (Basketball Analyst, Penn State Sports Network) joins his broadcast partner, Steve, to discuss “one and done,” the Final Four and the NIT semifinals in New York City.
Topics: Bryce Harper returns to Washington, the Braves’ Ronald Acuna getting a rich contract extension together, the future of the AAF is in jeopardy, what’s good and bad about the AAF and three-time national champion, Penn State 197-pounder Bo Nickal wins the 2019 Hodge Trophy (NCAA wrestling’s equivalent of the Heisman)! Guest: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TouchdownWire.com and SteelersWire.com) makes his weekly appearance to discuss the Alliance of American Football and why it isn’t catching on plus current NFL players that would benefit being in the AFF.
Topics: Phillies, Red Sox, North Carolina women’s basketball, Premier League, Liverpool, Chelsea, March Madness, Final Four, Duke, Zion Williamson, Michigan State, Virginia, Auburn and Texas Tech.
Topics: Penn State Spring Football, a fantastic Elite 8 weekend, why older teams are better for the NCAA tournament and “one and done” in college basketball. Guest: Baseball Analyst Jason Rollison (DKPittsburghSports.com) joins Steve out of the gate in the MLB season to look back on the Pirates’ minimal moves during the off season.
Guests: Philadelphia Phillies Radio Network Analyst Kevin Fransden makes his first appearance on our show and talks about the new lineup and energy that has returned to the team’s fan base as well as his own transition from an MLB player to a part of the media. Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones…also Steve shares big news!
Guests: Penn State Writer Frank Bodani (York Daily Record) joins Steve to discuss Spring football and the team’s future without Trace McSorley. Also, one of the Penn State greats, Devon Still, returns to the show to discuss his book “Still In The Game,” (devonstillinthegame.com). Devon shares the adversity he went through prior to his daughter Leah’s cancer diagnosis plus how to grow and overcome in life. Devon’s foundation is hosting a golf tournament on Monday, April 15, at Toftrees in State College, PA. To get involved, email trish@stillstrongfoundation.org
Guest: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TouchdownWire.com and SteelersWire.com) and Steve have a spirited discussion on instant replay in the NFL. Topic: Will the Alliance of American Football (aaf.com) fold after just one season?
Topics: Steve begins his 2019 speaking circuit and some of our great listeners call in with questions on collegiate wrestling, will there be a permanent switch to four quarters in men’s college hoops, and what is the first thing you would do if you won the Powerball jackpot?
Guests: National College Football Writer Dennis Dodd (CBSSports.com) joins us to dive into the Tate Martell transfer from Ohio State to Miami and whether this really opens up “free agency” in the sport. Then, we wrap up the show as play-by-play announcer Brandon Gaudin (BTN / Westwood One Radio Network) checks in from Louisville, prior to the Sweet 16 matchups. Brandon and Steve recap Duke’s Sunday night escape over UCF plus give previews of Purdue/Tennessee as well as Oregon/Virginia in the South region on Thursday night.
Topics: NCAA Sweet 16 matchups, NFL meetings and the pitfalls of instant replay. Guest: Dana O’Neil (Senior Writer, The Athletic) is back to share details on her latest long form write-up in The Athletic on Gonzaga’s Rui Hachimura and how he’s treated in Japan compared to the USA. Dana also breaks down the big factors that teams will need to focus on, in order to move into this weekend’s Elite 8. And, we finish the hour with breaking news on Nebraska firing Head Men’s Basketball Coach Tim Miles.
Guests: Kerry Miller (National College Basketball Writer, BleacherReport.com) was courtside for the Duke/UCF second round match matchup and we get a recap on how the Blue Devils escaped plus Kerry and Steve have ideas to improve the use of instant replay. Then, Michigan State reporter Chris Solari (Detroit Free Press) returns to the show to share how Tom Izzo and the Spartans survived a challenging two-week run to get to the Sweet 16.
Topics: Ally McHugh wins first Penn State swimming NCAA title, Nittany Lions claim 8th national wrestling championship in 9 years and celebrity attorney Michael Avenatti was caught attempting to extort more than $20 million from Nike. Guest: Penn State writer Ben Jones (StateCollege.com) and Steve discuss the opening weekend of the hoops tournament, the Nittany Lions falling one goal short at Notre Dame in the Big Ten Championship game and an update on Spring football as the Blue/White quickly approaches!
Guests: Paul Alexander, AT&T Sportsnet in Pittsburgh, on Pittsburgh Sports, including the NCAA Wrestling Tournament being held there. Steve’s brother, Kevin, phones in to talk about the week in sports.
Steve discusses March Madness and the NCAA Wrestling Tournament. Guest: Brian Tripp, play-by-play voice of Penn State Men’s Hockey.
Hour 2 – Topics: More updates and reaction to March Madness, plus Steve reacts to legislation from Congressman Mark Walker, which would end the NCAA’s restrictions on player publicity rights, plus a look at a weak NBA Draft Class.
Thursday 3/21/19 Hour 1 – Topics: March Madness and NCAA Wrestling Championship updates and reaction, plus can Penn State wrap up another national championship in record time?
Hour 2: Guests: Jeff Byers, Penn State Wrestling Play-By-Play, previewing the upcoming NCAA Wrestling Championships in Pittsburgh, and Chris Trapasso of CBSSports, with is 7-Round NFL Mock Draft.
Wednesday 3/20/19 Hour 1 – Topics: Steve reacts to the Tate Martell transfer, plus a March Madness preview. Guest: Donavan Smith, OL for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, on his time with Penn State, his new contract extension, and more.
Guests: Ken Pomeroy (kenpom.com) returns to the show to discuss the brackets, the good and not so good of March Madness. Then, we wrap up the show as Senior Editor Neal Coolong (TouchdownWire.com) joins us to kick around the Steelers selections in free agency and which positions will they focus on next month at the NFL Draft.
Steve shares his impressions of Penn State Football Pro Day. Guest: College Football/AAF writer Ben Kercheval (CBSSports.com) calls in to discuss how the Alliance of American Football has been doing in it’s first month and a half and quarterback Johnny Manziel going to Memphis after being kicked out of the Canadian Football League.
Guests: United States Basketball Hall of Fame Writer Dick Jerardi (Analyst, Penn State Sports Network) calls in to discuss the brackets, which teams deserve number one seeds, if St. John’s deserved to get in the tournament, Villanova losing 4 starters from last year’s championship team and receiving an automatic bid, and who Dick has going to the Final Four in Minneapolis. Then, we wrap up the show with sports writer Neil Greenberg (Washington Post) to get his thoughts on how good of a job the committee did putting the brackets together and on Michigan State getting a 2 seed in...
Topics: Penn State’s men’s ice hockey advances to B1G championship for the second time in three years, Bengals cut linebacker Vontaze Burfict, 68 teams set in the NCAA Men’s Basketball tournament. Guest: Ben Jones (Penn State Writer, StateCollege.com) along with Steve, break down the tournament brackets and a look back at the B1G season which featured 20 league games per team for the first time.
Guests: Friend of the show, Bob Buehner, who previously lived in New Zealand, calls in to talk about the tragedy in Christchurch and we wrap up the show with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones as the guys discuss the college admissions scandal.
Topics: Penn State eliminated by Minnesota at B1G basketball tournament, NCAA NET rankings, what is a “quad 1” win, should Cleveland appear on Hard Knocks for a second straight year and the AAF.
Guest: Philadelphia Phillies Beat Writer Matt Gelb (The Athletic) makes his first appearance on the show and looks back on Gabe Kapler’s first season as manager, whether or not he’s under more pressure this year as well as the major signings the team acquired during the hot stove period.
Steve is in Chicago for the 2019 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament. Topics: NFL Free Agency, Antonio Brown, NCAA conference scoreboard updates. Guest: New York Giants Beat Writer/NFL Reporter Matt Lombardo (NJ.com) takes us through the timeline that led to Odell Beckham Jr. being dealt to Cleveland, how the Giants could go through their rebuild and do they have Kyler Murray on their radar?
This is the first day of Penn State Spring Football Practice and we have coverage of the press conference at Beaver Stadium with Head Coach James Franklin and new Special Teams Coordinator/Defensive Assistant Coach Joe Lorig.
Guests: Steelers/NFL Writer Ray Fittipaldo (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) and Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nathan Davis joins Steve prior to the Orange and Blue going for another Patriot League Tournament championship at Colgate.
Guests: Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network) is back on the show to discuss the Antonio Brown trade to Oakland and where the Pittsburgh Steelers go from here. Also, joining Steve is Penn State basketball player Josh Reaves, who was honored as the 2018-19 Big Ten Conference Defensive Player of the Year! Penn State received a first round bye in the conference tournament in Chicago and will take on Minnesota on Thursday. We also talk about the big, breaking story regarding several NCAA D-1 college coaches that have been charged in a large-scale nationwide entrance exam scandal by the FBI.
Topics: Former Penn Stater Adrian Amos to leave the Bears for Green Bay, more NFL free agency, plus breaking news as the FBI and federal prosecutors have uncovered a massive bribery scheme to get students admitted to elite universities as recruited athletes and help them cheat on college entrance exams to gain admission (aka Operation Varsity Blues). Guest: Rob Oshinskie (National Football Foundation Central PA Chapter) joins us to discuss their annual awards dinner this Sunday in State College. For more information on the event, click here: https://footballfoundation.org/news/2019/2/26/football-nff-central-pennsylvania-chapter-prepares-for-22nd-annual-scholar-athlete-awards-dinner.aspx
Guest: Dave Revsine (Big Ten Network) previews the men’s basketball tournament in Chicago this week and Steelers beat writer Joe Rutter (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review) joins Steve to discuss the Antonio Brown trade to Oakland.
Topics: Nittany Lion wrestlers are Big Ten Conference tournament champs, Penn State claims it’s first Indoor Track and Field individual champion and Bucknell hoops is one game away from qualifying for the NCAA tournament. Guest: Steelers/NFL writer Ray Fittipaldo (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) checks in from Pittsburgh to discuss the Antonio Brown trade to Oakland, explains why the trade has nothing in common with Le’Veon Bell’s year-long holdout, breaks down the current wide receiver depth chart and whether Pittsburgh should change their philosophy during free agency as well as leading up to the draft.
Guests: Penn State Wrestling play-by-play announcer Jeff “Ironhead” Byers calls in from Minnesota, site of the 2019 Big Ten Conference Wrestling Championships, as the Nittany Lions get tuned up for Nationals in Pittsburgh. Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Guests: The Voice of Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey, Brian Tripp, previews the Big Ten Conference quarterfinal best-of-three series in Pegula this weekend between Wisconsin and the Nittany Lions. Then, Big Ten Network college basketball analyst Jon Crispin looks at the top of the conference standings plus those middle-of-the-pack teams that can snag at-large bids for the 68-team tournament.
Guest: Penn State Writer Nate Bauer (BlueWhiteIllustrated.com) and Steve recap the Nittany Lions victory at Rutgers with one game at home remaining before heading to the Big Ten Conference Tournament. Topics: Jim Boeheim, Tom Seaver, LSU basketball’s Will Wade under FBI microscope, LeBron James and the NBA.
Topics: Penn State hoops keeps momentum rolling toward the B1G tournament with their win at Rutgers. Guest: Joe Lunardi (ESPN Bracketology) makes his annual appearance with Steve to share his latest information about the teams currently on the “one line” and whether it’s good or not to keep the tournament at 68 teams.
Guest: Sporting News National College Basketball Writer and Big Ten Network in-studio analyst Mike DeCourcy joins Steve to talk about the league’s pecking order, whether or not Minnesota has secured an at-large tournament bid, the B1G going to a 20-game league schedule, one-and-done 18-year olds bolting straight up to the pros, the future of Duke’s Zion Williamson and the achievement timeline of Jim Delany’s tenure as Big Ten Conference Commissioner.
Steve is in New Jersey as Penn State takes on Rutgers in their final regular season Big Ten road game. Topics: B1G basketball, Michigan State, NBA players and the problems they face, pros and cons of social media. Guest: Tony Knopp (CEO, InviteManager.com) returns to the show to discuss the legacy of Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delany, who will retire when his contract is up in 2020, the current landscape of sports business as corporate partners choose to spend their advertising dollars on college athletics, the uncertain future of Santa Anita Park in California after more than 20 horses have...
Guest: Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network) calls in to recap the Scouting Combine, discuss Antonio Brown and what has transpired with the wide receiver the past few weeks and ponder what the Arizona Cardinals will do with the overall number one selection in the 2019 NFL Draft. Plus, we have breaking NCAA wrestling news as seven teams from the Eastern Wrestling League (including Pennsylvania state universities Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, Clarion and Edinboro), will join and begin competing in the Mid-American Conference with the 2019-20 season.
Topics: Jim Delany, reflections on Penn State when it was announced in 1990 they would enter the Big Ten Conference, former Nittany Lion offensive lineman Donovan Smith receives a contract extension with the Tampa Bay Bucs, three men are convicted of college basketball pay-for-play schemes plus story time with Steve. Guest: Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nathan Davis joins the show to discuss the development of his players that have stepped up this season as the Bison looks to defend their Patriot League Tournament crown.
Topics: Penn State Hoops tough loss at Wisconsin, officials, NFL, Jim Delany wrapping up his time as B1G Commish in 2020.
Topics: The day’s sports headlines, NFL Scouting Combine, Antonio Brown, Kyler Murray and Big Ten Conference Commissioner Jim Delany to retire in 2020. Guest: Penn State Football Writer Donnie Collins (Scranton Times-Tribune) looks back on Delany’s tenure and ahead to Nittany Lions Spring ball beginning next week.
Joining Steve in studio is Penn State Lady Lion play-by-play announcer Jerry Fisher. Jerry is on the microphone for his final Bryce Jordan Center game this Saturday. Fisher is the longest-tenured NCAA women’s basketball broadcaster and will retire at the conclusion of this season, his 40th as the voice of the Lady Lions. He has been a part of 835 wins, 25 NCAA Tournament appearances and 10 Big Ten titles. Jerry Fisher is the son of fellow Nittany Lion legend Fran Fisher. Fran, who passed away in 2015 at 91, was the long-time voice of Penn State Football. Fran was the...
Guests: Steelers writer Joe Rutter (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review) is covering the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. Also, Luke Easterling (Editor, TheDraftWire.com) lines up the top 2019 NFL draft prospects.
MLB writer R.J. Anderson (CBSSports.com) joins Steve to discuss the huge Bryce Harper deal as he heads to Philadelphia, free agent players that are still available and should the Dodgers be concerned about Clayton Kershaw moving forward. Then, the most interesting man in New England, Steve’s brother, Kevin Jones, makes his weekly appearance.
Topics: After 117 days, the Phillies get their man as Bryce Harper signs with Philadelphia, Jason Witten leaving ESPN’s Monday Night Football after one season to return to the Dallas Cowboys and Penn State runs 17th-ranked Maryland out of the Bryce Jordan Center.
Topics: Duke hoops minus Zion Williamson falls at Virginia Tech, social media, breaking news from Iowa basketball, Premier League, NCAA and college football transfer portal.
Guests: Steelers writer Joe Rutter (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review) checks in from on the road to the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. Then, we wrap up the show with legendary Maryland basketball play-by-play announcer Johnny Holliday as he joins Steve prior to the Terrapins Big Ten Conference matchup Wednesday night against Penn State at the Bryce Jordan Center.
Topic: The overall direction of sports and should we be deeply concerned where it’s headed. Guest: Maryland sports writer Jeff Ermann (InsideMDSports.com) calls in to break down the success Terps basketball has been enjoying, including a big road win last week at top-25 ranked Iowa.
Guests: Luke Easterling (Editor, TheDraftWire.com) and Steve discuss the top 2019 NFL draft prospects as the scouting combine gets closer. Then, we wrap up the show as new Bucknell football Head Coach Dave Cecchini makes his first appearance with us as he prepares for his initial campaign in Lewisburg and return to the Patriot League.
Topics: Robert Kraft and a Penn State wrestling pin-fest on Senior Day. Guest: Ben Jones (Penn State basketball writer, StateCollege.com) calls in to recap the Nittany Lions win on the road at Illinois; the impressive play of Mike Watkins as he gets healthy and up to speed; Josh Reaves, who recently racked up his 1,000th collegiate career point and what the team has done better recently with only a few regular season games remaining.
Guests: Mark Brennan (Publisher/Editor, FightOnState.com) and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: Zion Williamson and the shoe blowout heard around the college basketball world. Guest: Scott Miller (National MLB columnist, Bleacher Report) reports from Florida after visiting the Washington Nationals and shares how their camp has been without Bryce Harper, talks about the current free agency situation in Major League Baseball that has players upset plus how competitive the National League East and American League East can be in 2019.
Guests: Steve Mears (Pittsburgh Penguins play-by-play TV announcer, AT&T SportsNet) checks in as the Pens look forward to the Stadium Series this weekend against the Flyers. Then, we wrap up the show and recap the Penn State win over Nebraska in the Bryce Jordan Center with Nate Bauer (BlueWhiteIllustrated.com).
Topics: Manny Machado, Bryce Harper, Le’Veon Bell, Joel Embiid and Penn State hoops blast Nebraska. Guest: Chuck Hixon (PhillyBaseballInsider.com) returns to the show to discuss how Philadelphia has done so far in the off-season, the Manny Machado mega deal to San Diego, the current problems with MLB free agency and some future prospects that could make an impact as they attempt to move up in the farm clubs.
In his weekly appearance, Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network) joins Steve to discuss the meeting held earlier today between wide receiver Antonio Brown and Steelers’ ownership/management. Other topics: Manny Machado, legendary Los Angeles Dodger Don Newcombe dies at 92, new guy in charge of the AAF and Penn State football player workouts continue as Spring ball is less than a month away.
Topics: Penn State Pre-Spring Football workouts are underway, Monday night college basketball recap, Antonio Brown and Manny Machado signs a mega-deal with the San Diego Padres.
Guests: Ben Jones (Penn State Basketball Writer, StateCollege.com), Nebraska Basketball Writer Robin Washut (HuskerOnline.com) and will Bryce Harper sign with the Phillies? Steve discusses that with Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia).
Topics: Truman H. Purdy Memorial Golf Tournament date announced, Daytona 500 multiple car pile-ups, college football transfer portal, story time with Steve from 2007, James Franklin and retaining coaches in college football.
Penn State is coming off their biggest win of the season…an upset victory over number 6 Michigan on Tuesday night in the Bryce Jordan Center. Steve recaps it with Head Coach Patrick Chambers and looks ahead to their match-up at Purdue on Saturday. Also joining Steve to discuss the Nittany Lions is Ben Jones (StateCollege.com PSU basketball writer).
Guests: Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey play-by-play announcer Brian Tripp and since Spring Training is beginning, we talk baseball with Chris Mack (Sports Radio 93.7 The Fan Pittsburgh).
Topics: Joel Embiid, Regina King, 2019 NFL Draft quarterback prospects, Kyler Murray, University of Missouri, Mega Millions in South Carolina, a few changes to major league baseball radio network play by play announcer lineups and it’s Penn State THON weekend!
Topics: Matt Kuchar, college football, redshirts and transfer portal, Rutgers and their financial future in the Big Ten Conference plus student athletes and should they be paid.
We wrap up our two-part conversation with Ben Kercheval (CBSSports.com) on the brand new Alliance of American Football. Then, we wrap up the show as Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network) calls in to discuss the past, present and future for Steelers wire receiver Antonio Brown plus the Browns signing running back Kareem Hunt.
Steve recaps Penn State’s upset victory over number 6 Michigan in the Bryce Jordan Center and answers your emails. You can drop us a line anytime: stevejones@wkok.com
Guests: Michigan Basketball Writer Andrew Kahn (MLive.com) gives us the Wolverines perspective as number six Michigan takes on Penn State in the Bryce Jordan Center. Then, by popular demand, we replay Steve’s latest sports business conversation with Tony Knopp (CEO, InviteManager.com) as they discuss the College Football Playoff, why the Pac-12 Conference is struggling, how excited Los Angeles residents are about the Rams going to the Super Bowl and the new stadium complex opening in 2021, if the Chargers are building their fan base in Los Angeles and how the professional leagues whether or not are effectively selling their star power...
Guest: Ben Kercheval (CBSSports.com) joins us for the first of a two-part interview on the brand new Alliance of American Football.
Steve discusses the Alliance of American Football opening weekend, how successful it was, plus reaction from the XFL which doesn’t make their return until 2020. Then, we wrap up the show as Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW, Philadelphia) calls in to recap the 76ers’ 23-point victory over the Lakers, what it took for the Flyers to go 9-0-1 in their last 10 games, plus the off-season the Phillies just experienced as pitchers and catchers report this week!
Topics: Kyler Murray officially chooses the NFL, Penn State wrestling dominates Ohio State, and the Alliance of American Football begins its inaugural season.
Guests: Nittany Lions Wrestling play-by-play announcer Jeff “Ironhead” Byers returns to the show as he checks in from Columbus, leading up to the huge dual meet between Penn State and Ohio State! Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones as the guys discuss Super Bowl 53 and new MLB rules that could become reality in 2020.
Topics: James Franklin and college football transfer rule. Guest: Penn State Football Writer Greg Pickel (Pennlive.com) wraps up how the Nittany Lions did earlier this week on National Signing Day plus we look ahead as the Spring recruits begin planning their visits and the team starts to create their 2020 class.
Guests: Penn State Football Recruiting Writer Ryan Snyder (BlueWhiteIllustrated.com) wraps up how the Nittany Lions did on National Signing Day and we finish today’s show with Yankees Beat Writer Sweeny Murti (WFAN New York) as he and Steve discuss possible 2020 MLB rule changes.
Steve is in Columbus for hoops as Penn State takes on Ohio State in their only conference matchup this season. We preview the game with Buckeyes Basketball Beat Writer Adam Jardy (Columbus Dispatch). Plus, breaking sports headlines features the death of Baseball Hall of Famer Frank Robinson and the Phillies land one of the best catchers in a big MLB trade.
Topics: Sixers and Clippers put together a big trade that includes sending Landry Shamet plus Mike Muscala to Los Angeles and Tobias Harris to Philadelphia, Harper and Machado as well as other free agents remain available to be signed. Guest: New England Patriots Radio Network Play-By-Play Announcer Bob Socci joins us to recap Super Bowl 53 and discuss the impact players responsible for bringing a sixth Vince Lombardi Trophy to Foxborough.
Guest: Tim Johnson (Wrestling announcer, BTN) calls in to break down the matchups in the huge dual meet from Columbus this Friday night between number one Penn State and number two Ohio State! Topics: Antonio Brown, Super Bowl 53 and the 2019 NFL Draft.
Topics: another allegation and bad look by Antonio Brown but does it seal his fate with the Steelers and Penn State hoops notches it’s first conference win. Guest: Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire) recaps Super Bowl 53 plus talks about the latest in the Antonio Brown saga.
Steve is in Evanston, Illinois, for Penn State hoops as they take on Northwestern in the newly remodeled Welch-Ryan Arena. That leads us into a discussion of Big Ten Conference venues…which ones are the perfect size and others that should be smaller for the best crowd experience. Other topics: Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2019, next season will be year 100 of the NFL, plus a history lesson on the first man who put logos on football helmets.
Steve is in Evanston, Illinois, for Penn State hoops as they take on Northwestern. Topic: Super Bowl LIII key matchups that led to Patriots victory. Guest: Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW, Philadelphia) recaps the big Sixers victory at Golden State, whether they are a true contender to win the Eastern Conference, the future of Markelle Fultz plus reaction from a new interview recently given by Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz as he looks to regain his place in the starting lineup.
Guest: Penn State wrestling play by play announcer Jeff Byers returns to the show to discuss the showdown in the Bryce Jordan Center between the Nittany Lions and Michigan. Steve and Jeff also discuss the future of college wrestling and which direction it could go. Then, we wrap up the week as Steve’s brother, Kevin Jones, calls in…plus “The Suit” Kevin Herr, joins us for popular Super Bowl 53 prop bets.
Penn State Writer Nate Bauer (BlueWhiteIllustrated.com) and Steve recap the tough overtime loss to Purdue that sent the Nittany Lions to 0-10 in conference play. Nate’s story: https://bwi.rivals.com/news/nittany-lions-fall-in-overtime-99-90-against-no-17-purdue
Topics: college wrestling and the constant challenge of growing the sport plus a big NBA trade.
Learn more about the big Penn State’s Coaches vs. Cancer (http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR/Gala/CVCCY19NER?pg=entry&fr_id=93961) event with Nittany Lions Men’s Head Basketball Coach Patrick Chambers and Chapter Chairman Scott Walker. Also, we preview the Purdue/Penn State hoops match-up in the Bryce Jordan Center with Boilermakers basketball writer Nathan Baird (Journal & Courier).
Topics: cold weather, KDKA-TV Pittsburgh employee fired after posting on screen Tom Brady comments and possible NFL instant replay expansion.
Topics: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell’s annual State of the League press conference, Maroon 5, Brandin Cooks and the origin of Super Bowl prop bets.
Guest: Penn State football recruiting writer Ryan Snyder (BlueWhiteIllustrated.com) has the latest on high school players visiting Happy Valley as the countdown to National Letter of Intent Day, on February 6, continues.
Our friend of the show, Bob Buehner, pays us a visit! Guest: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Network) joins us to discuss Opening Night at Super Bowl 53, communication between head coaches, breakdown individual matchups between the Patriots and Rams plus former players that may get the call to Canton in 2019.
Guests: Andrew Callahan (New England Patriots writer, MassLive.com) and Steve break down the Patriots/Rams matchup at Super Bowl 53. Then, we wrap up the show as Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW, Philadelphia) makes his weekly appearance to talk about the Eagles moving forward, the chemistry the 76ers have with Jimmy Butler and for Phillies fans, the wait continues on whether the team signs Bryce Harper or Manny Machado.
Topics: Safety Lamont Wade announces he will stay at Penn State, Nittany Lions deck both Purdue and Indiana over the weekend and Penn State men’s hoops continues to struggle racking up wins despite playing great defense. Guest: Ben Jones (Penn State basketball writer, StateCollege.com) and Steve recap Saturday’s game against Rutgers and look ahead to Purdue’s visit to the Bryce Jordan Center this Thursday.
Guests: Steve’s brother Kevin Jones plus a conversation with Steve Blass, who’s retiring this season after 60 years, 34 of those 60 in the broadcast booth, all with the Pittsburgh Pirates!
Topic: The history of the “Playoff Bowl,” NFL’s consolation game, before the invention of the Super Bowl, in the 1960s. Guest: Keith Sargeant (Rutgers basketball writer, NJ.com) joins us to give the Scarlet Knights perspective heading into Saturday’s game in the Bryce Jordan Center.
Hour 2- Guests: Chris Trapasso (CBS Sports) and Mark Wogenrich (Allentown Morning Call) talking about the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama.
Steve talks about the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama. We also welcome Dave Sheinin, Washington Post National Baseball Writer to talk about this week’s Hall of Fame announcement.
Guests: ESPN Senior Writer Tim Kurkjian makes another appearance on the show to discuss the National Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2019. Then, a sports business conversation with Steve and Tony Knopp (CEO, InviteManager.com) as they delve into the future of the College Football Playoff, why the Pac-12 Conference is struggling so much, how excited Los Angeles residents are about the Rams going to Super Bowl 53 and the new stadium complex opening in 2021, if the Chargers are building their fan base in Los Angeles and how the professional leagues whether or not are effectively selling their star...
Topics: Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2019, Super Bowl 53 and a look ahead to the first batch of players eligible for Cooperstown in 2020.
Guest: In his weekly appearance, Senior Editor Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Network) calls in to discuss the conference championship overtime games and share an early look at Super Bowl 53. Topic: Baseball Hall of Fame.
Topics: listener’s email, breaking Penn State wrestling news and cost of food concessions at Super Bowl 53.
Our weekly sports talk with Philadelphia sports writer/reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW). Topics: NFL conference championship games, Tony Romo’s impressive on-air performance in Kansas City plus the latest on legalized betting and more sportsbook locations that will open up soon in Pennsylvania.
Topics: An absolute crazy NFL conference championship weekend. Guest: Nittany Lions Writer Ben Jones (StateCollege.com) checks in to recap Penn State’s one point loss on the road Saturday night in The Barn at Minnesota.
Guests: The voice of Penn State wrestling Jeff “Ironhead” Byers calls in with the latest state of the Nittany Lions grapplers as Nebraska heads to Rec Hall this Sunday. Then, we wrap up the show with Dick Jerardi (Penn State Sports Network Men’s Basketball Analyst) as he and Steve discuss the frustrating beginning to the Nittany Lions’ Big Ten conference schedule.
Guests: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Network) calls in to discuss the Antonio Brown situation in Pittsburgh, sets the table for the conference championship games and Kyler Murray choosing the 2019 NFL Draft over baseball. Also, Nora Princiotti (New England Patriots Writer, Boston Globe) returns to the show to share how the Patriots made it into the AFC Championship Game for the 8th straight year, if this rematch with Kansas City will be a completely different game plus how Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski have done this season leading up to the showdown on Sunday night in Arrowhead Stadium.
Topics: Penn State wrestling and the guys, including Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, bring their final four pro football picks!
Topic: Penn State gives up 8 unanswered points late to lose a heartbreaker to Iowa in the Bryce Jordan Center. Guest: Eric Edholm (ProFootballWeekly.com) makes his debut appearance on our show to break down the conference championship matchups.
Topics: play-by-play call of the day and college football transfer portal, including Jalen Hurts moving from Alabama to Oklahoma for his senior season. Guest: Chad Leistikow (Hawkeye sports columnist, Des Moines Register) is in Happy Valley for hoops as Iowa takes on Penn State in the Bryce Jordan Center.
Guests: Writer/Reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) joins Steve to recap the Eagles/Saints NFC divisional playoff game. Also in his weekly appearance, Senior Editor Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Network) calls in to discuss the Antonio Brown situation in Pittsburgh, set the table for the conference championship games and Kyler Murray choosing the 2019 NFL Draft over baseball.
Topics: NFL referees announced for both conference title games as well as Super Bowl 53 plus Steve takes a look around the current college basketball scene and recaps the Syracuse upset over number one Duke at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Guest: Nora Princiotti (New England Patriots Writer, Boston Globe) returns to the show to share how the Patriots made it into the AFC Championship Game for the 8th straight year, if this rematch with Kansas City will be a completely different game plus how Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski have done this season leading up to the showdown on Sunday night...
Topic: Phillies hot stove…who’s it gonna be, Harper or Machado? Guest: Jonathan Bombulie (Penguins hockey writer, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review) calls in to discuss the Pens’ current road trip and how the team has bounced back after a tough start to the season.
Guests: Writer/Reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) joins Steve to recap the Eagles being eliminated by the Saints. Then, we wrap the show with Nittany Lions Writer Ben Jones (StateCollege.com) calls in to weigh in on the new college football transfer portal plus Penn State hoops slipping to number six Michigan State.
Topics: NFL divisional weekend recap, Kyler Murray declares for 2019 NFL Draft, plus Steve discusses the new nationwide college football transfer portal system as well as the Nittany Lions.
Guest: Former NFL offensive lineman Ross Tucker (www.rosstucker.com), (The Athletic, Westwood One Radio), calls in to break down the Philadelphia Eagles and their divisional matchup at New Orleans. Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother, Kevin Jones, and our NFL playoff picks!
Topics: Today’s sports headlines, latest college football news and players entering the transfer portal, Penn State hoops falls at Nebraska, NFL officials assigned for divisional playoff weekend, and more!
Topics: The idea of paying college athletes and the latest from Pittsburgh on the Steelers’ Antonio Brown.
Steve is in Lincoln, Nebraska for hoops as Penn State plays the Huskers in Big Ten Conference action. Topics: Nittany Lions/Huskers hoops preview and Penn State football brings in a new wide receivers coach. Guest: Chris Basnett (Nebraska Basketball Writer, Lincoln Journal Star) along with Steve dig deeper into the matchup between Penn State and Nebraska.
Guests: Neil Rudel (Altoona Mirror) joins Steve to give his perspective on Altoona native Kevin Givens leaving the Nittany Lions for the 2019 NFL Draft plus a recap of the Citrus Bowl and reflections on how Penn State football has been covered over the years. And we wrap up the show with a replay of Steve’s conversation with Merrill Reese (Philadelphia Eagles radio play-by-play announcer) from the Eagles complex to look back at the improbable win at Chicago, how the defense has come around at the right time and which players that are making a big difference as they head to New...
Topics: Latest NFL head coaching news and Jalen Hurts begins transfer process from Alabama. Guest: Rickie Ricardo (Philadelphia Eagles Spanish play-by-play radio announcer) shares his story growing up on the East Coast and the teams he rooted for, how popular the Eagles Spanish broadcasts have been in Mexico and portions of South America as many Hispanics continue to learn the game of American football, the relationship between Carson Wentz and Nick Foles plus a preview of the divisional game in New Orleans.
Guests: Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network) makes his weekly appearance as he and Steve discuss Antonio Brown and his future in Pittsburgh plus a look ahead to this weekend’s divisional playoff matchups. Then, we wrap the show as Ben Jones (Nittany Lions sports writer StateCollege.com) calls in to talk about Penn State basketball as Patrick Chambers returns to the team and football as their off season is just getting started plus 11 new entries that have arrived on campus.
Topics: Clemson crushes Crimson Tide, Alabama miscues in title game, new head coach at Green Bay, NFL head coaching gigs still open in Miami and Tampa Bay. Guest: Merrill Reese (Philadelphia Eagles radio play-by-play announcer) checks in from the Eagles complex to recap the improbable win at Chicago, how the defense has come around at the right time and which players that are making a big difference as they head to New Orleans.
Guest: Philadelphia sports writer/reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW) calls in to share his thoughts on the improbable wild card win by the Eagles at Chicago. Topics: questionable NFL referee calls and instant replay plus flopping in college basketball.
Topics: coaching changes at Ohio State, Buckeyes QB Dwayne Haskins heads to the 2019 NFL Draft, NFL wild card weekend wrap up, 11 football early entries have arrived at Penn State for Spring 2019 semester and Nittany Lions basketball slips to 7-8 after their loss to Wisconsin on Sunday.
Neil Rudel (Altoona Mirror) joins Steve to give his perspective on Altoona native Kevin Givens leaving the Nittany Lions for the 2019 NFL Draft. Then, “the most interesting man in New England,” Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, delivers his NFL wild card weekend picks!
Topics: Penn State/Michigan hoops recap. Guest: Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network) calls in for the first time in 2019 to share his thoughts on the Antonio Brown situation in Pittsburgh, Cleveland’s lost opportunity to eliminate the Baltimore Ravens from the playoffs in week 17, the future of the Steelers, wild card weekend and where Pittsburgh will focus on in the 2019 NFL Draft.
Topic: An all-time high, five Penn State football players, will leave Happy Valley for the 2019 NFL Draft. Guest: Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nathan Davis calls in to talk about the incredible second half comeback by the Bison at Army West Point to begin Patriot League play.
Steve is in Michigan for the Penn State basketball conference matchup against the Wolverines. Topics: Nittany Lions heading to the 2019 NFL Draft plus which players can move up the depth chart and make an impact. Guest: Penn State football writer Donnie Collins (Scranton Times-Tribune) joins Steve to discuss “the process” of going from college to the pro level.
Steve has landed in Michigan for Penn State basketball’s first game in 2019. Topics: Penn State’s Shareef Miller, Connor McGovern and Ryan Bates choose to enter the NFL Draft, Citrus Bowl recap and targeting calls.
We discuss the future of the College Football Playoff with Nicole Auerbach (The Athletic/BTN) as well as the money side of this big sports event with Tony Knopp (CEO, InviteManager.com)
Hour 2: Guests: Richard Scarcella, Penn State Beat Writer for The Reading Eagle, joins us with another Citrus Bowl preview. Plus, Steve’s brother, Kevin, makes his weekly appearance for our picks segment.
Friday 12/28/28 Hour 1: Guests: Eli Gold, Alabama Play-By-Play Broadcaster, with a preview of Saturday’s College Football Playoff Semifinal between the Crimson Tide and Oklahoma. Tom Leach, Play-By-Play Broadcaster, Kentucky Football, with a preview of the Citrus Bowl against Penn State.
Hour 2: A look around other bowl games, Nick Saban comments on expanding the College Football Playoff.
Thursday 12/27/18 Hour 1: Topics: Reaction to recent bowl games, including the Cheez-It Bowl, plus news on Tommy Stevens not playing in the Citrus Bowl for Penn State, and we continuing previewing the Citrus Bowl. Plus, we remember Josiah Viera. Guest: Mark Wogenrich, Allentown Morning Call.
We head into the Christmas holiday kicking around the week 16 NFL matchups, playoff implications and Steve’s brother Kevin call in to deliver his football selections!
Guest: Three-time all-star and 15-year MLB veteran Pittsburgh Pirate Jason Kendall reflects back on his career. Kendall will be the keynote speaker at the 2019 Penn State Baseball First Pitch Dinner on February 1st, 2019. For more information, go to: https://gopsusports.com/news/2018/11/28/baseball-jason-kendall-to-speak-at-2019-first-pitch-dinner.aspx
Since Steve is in Tuscaloosa for Penn State/Alabama basketball on Friday night, it’s a perfect time to have Eli Gold (Alabama Crimson Tide Football Play-By-Play Announcer) return to the show! Steve and Eli discuss Nick Saban, both ‘Bama quarterbacks, and the Tide’s quest for another national championship. Then, we wrap up the show with NFL writer John McClain (Houston Chronicle) to break down the Texans, how their starters have performed this season for Bill O’Brien as they head to Philadelphia this weekend.
Steve is in Tuscaloosa, Alabama for Penn State basketball’s matchup versus the Crimson Tide on Friday night. Topics: Penn State hoops leaves Pittsburgh with a win over Duquesne despite a bizarre ending. Plus, we discuss college football recruiting with ESPN’s Tom VanHaaren to get a recap on National Letter of Intent Early Signing Day.
We continue our comprehensive coverage of Penn State football’s National Letter of Intent Early Signing Day with Ryan Snyder (Blue White Illustrated, bwi.rivals.com) and Greg Pickel (PennLive.com).
Steve is in Pittsburgh for Penn State Basketball as the Nittany Lions take on Duquesne. Topics: Nittany Lions Early Signing Day, Missy Franklin and Matt Painter. Guest: Nate Bauer (Blue White Illustrated) joins us to discuss Penn State hoops as well as how the Nittany Lions did on college football’s Early National Letter of Intent Day. Also, we wrap up the hour with breaking Citrus Bowl news regarding Kentucky.
Pro Football Hall of Fame writer and Philadelphia native Ray Didinger (NBC Sports Philadelphia and SportsRadio 94 WIP) joins Steve to discuss his updated, champions edition of the Eagles Encyclopedia. Then, we wrap up the show with former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Merril Hoge to learn more about his book, “Brainwashed,” on concussions and whether playing football causes CTE symptoms or not.
We have an excellent hour of college football conversation as Steve talks with Ivan Maisel (ESPN.com) and Bill Bender (Sporting News).
Guests: Nicole Auerbach (Senior Writer, The Athletic and BTN Studio Analyst) calls in to discuss the College Football Playoff and when we could see an expansion from 4 to 8 teams. Then, we wrap up the show with Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW) talking with Steve about the fantastic Philadelphia Eagles win in Los Angeles and a Flyers coaching change.
Guest: In his weekly appearance, Senior Editor Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Network) recaps the huge Steelers victory over New England.
Guests: Andrew Callahan (New England Patriots Beat Writer, MassLive.com) returns to the show for the first time since leaving the Penn State football beat to cover the NFL. He shares the Patriots perspective on huge matchup between New England and the Steelers. Then, we wrap up the week as Steve talks college hoops with Raleigh, North Carolina sports writer Joe Giglio (newsobserver.com) about the N.C. State Wolfpack heading up to Atlantic City to take on Penn State in the Boardwalk Classic.
Guests: Emily Kaplan (National NHL Reporter, ESPN.com) calls in to break down the new professional hockey franchise that will make Seattle home. Then, Gerry Dulac (Steelers Radio Network Pre-Game Show Co-Host and Steelers writer, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) joins us to discuss the glaring factor in the Steelers’ 3-game losing streak and a look ahead to the big AFC showdown between New England and Pittsburgh.
Steve, Shawn, Steve’s brother Kevin Jones as well as the 4-time defending champion Kevin “The Suit” Herr, make their 2018 college football bowl selections!
Topics: DJ Durkin has landed a new job. Guest: Chris Mack (SportsRadio 93.7 The Fan, Pittsburgh) joins the show to discuss baseball moves happening at the Winter Meetings in Las Vegas.
Guests: Gerry Dulac (Steelers Radio Network Pre-Game Show Co-Host and Steelers writer, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) calls in to discuss the glaring factor in the Steelers’ 3-game losing streak and a look ahead to the big AFC showdown between New England and Pittsburgh. Then, we wrap up the show and hear from Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nathan Davis as his players finish final exams and start prepping plan for Ohio State before their big road trip to Hawaii over the Christmas holiday.
Topic: possible expansion of the college football playoff. Guest: Tom Leach (Kentucky football and basketball play-by-play announcer) joins us as the Wildcats prepare to play Penn State in the Citrus Bowl on January 1st in Orlando.
Guest: Penn State recruiting writer Ryan Snyder (BlueWhiteIllustrated.com) calls in to report on how the Nittany Lions did this past weekend as many high school players visited campus and moving toward early signing day on December 19th.
Topics: From MLB Winter Meetings…Pirates Ivan Nova goes to the Chicago White Sox plus Andrew McCutchen and the Phillies agree to a 3-year deal. Guest: Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network), in his weekly appearance, talks about the Steelers’ disaster in Oakland and the current losing streak that could knock Pittsburgh out of the playoffs.
Topics: Steve lists the big, power 5 schools that have the top 20 best facilities in college football. Then, we wrap up the show with a Penn State football recruiting report with Greg Pickel (PennLive.com and Patriot News).
Topics: Penn State football practice underway for Citrus Bowl, very tough losses by Eagles and Steelers, Kyler Murray wins Heisman Trophy, and we discuss the “bowl swag” college football teams will receive for their post-season game appearances.
Steve heads down memory lane and shares a bowl story from Penn State football’s past plus we wrap up the week as his brother, Kevin Jones, calls in to deliver the weekend football picks!
Topics: PIAA-AA Southern Columbia football update from Hershey, Army/Navy returns to Philadelphia, Titans’ Derrick Henry with a big night over Jacksonville. Guest: Hall of Fame writer Ray Didinger (SportsRadio 94 WIP/NBC Sports Philadelphia), author of the Philadelphia Eagles Encyclopedia Championship Edition, his third edition of the series and at the time of this interview, is the number one football book on Amazon, shares a behind the scenes look at how this new version was put together.
Guest: Rich Scarcella (Penn State football writer, Reading Eagle) was in New York earlier this week for the 2018 College Football Hall Of Fame ceremonies as former Nittany Lions quarterback Kerry Collins received his official induction. Rich and Steve also talk about Trace McSorley’s future and Big Ten Conference divisional play. Other topics: New Maryland football coach and look out NFL, AAF and XFL, there’s yet another new football league that’s being created by former professional players….introducing the Freedom Football League!
Topics: College Football Playoff, Kentucky football, Nathan Eovaldi remains in Boston as the baseball hot stove season gets cookin, latest medical news on Washington quarterback Alex Smith. Guest: Bill Bender (National College Football Writer, Sporting News) shares his thoughts on Urban Meyer leaving Ohio State and the possible effect it could have on recruiting as early signing day get closer plus a great discussion on the future of the College Football Playoff.
Guests: Kerry Miller (College Football Writer, Bleacher Report) makes his debut on the show to discuss Urban Meyer, Alabama and how the Southeastern Conference schedules their games, the Heisman Trophy, College Football Playoff National Semifinal matchups plus the great TV ratings NCAA football is experiencing. Then, Mark Wogenrich (Penn State football writer, Allentown Morning Call) returns to give a health status on Nittany Lions great Matt Millen plus a first look at the Citrus Bowl matchup between Penn State and Kentucky. Then, Steve wraps up the show with comments on Jayson Stark’s write-up in The Athletic about shifts in baseball.
Topics: Penn State basketball slips to 0-2 in conference play after a 2-point loss to Indiana in the Bryce Jordan Center, College Football Playoff eventually moving from 4 teams to 8.
Guests: Tim May (Ohio State football writer, Columbus Dispatch) calls in to talk about Urban Meyer leaving the Buckeyes after the Rose Bowl. Then, we wrap up the show as Steve chats with Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network) on the Steelers tough, two-game losing streak as they prep to play their third straight team from the AFC West.
Ohio State’s Urban Meyer is going to leave following the Rose Bowl and Ryan Day will take over as Head Coach. Steve discusses that with Donnie Collins (Penn State football writer, Scranton Times-Tribune) as well as the College Football Playoff.
Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia), in his weekly appearance, joins Steve to discuss the Monday night matchup with Washington and the Eagles. Other topics: Philadelphia Phillies do a deal with Seattle, Green Bay Packers, Kareem Hunt, Reuben Foster, plus Steve takes his first look at the Citrus Bowl matchup on New Years Day between Penn State and Kentucky.
Topics: College Football Playoff and we kick around which bowl matchups will you’ll be most interested in watching.
Hour 2 – Guests: Ivan Maisel of ESPN, breaking down the College Football Playoff picture. He also says he’s comfortable with four teams. Steve’s brother Kevin also joins the show for our weekly picks.
Friday 11/30/18 Hour 1 – Guests: Jeff Byers, Penn State Wrestling Play-By-Play Broadcaster, previewing Penn State at Bucknell wrestling at Sojka Pavilion. Steve was also joined by Don Markus of the Baltimore Sun, previewing Penn State-Maryland men’s hoops B1G opener. Other topics: Chiefs RB Kareem Hunt seen in video shoving and kicking a woman during a February incident.
Guests: Northwestern University Football Play-by-Play Voice Dave Eanet on the Big Ten Championship Game. Also, David Jones talks Penn State Football and Basketball. Jones is from PennLive.com and the Patriot News.
Topics: The College Football Championship and Penn State’s bowl outlook with Audrey Snyder, Penn State Football writer for The Athletic.
Hour 2: Continuing to look at the College Football Playoff picture and more reaction to Penn State men’s hoops big win, plus a look at head coaching changes around college football, Ben Roethlisberger comments, Redskins sign Reuben Foster.
Wednesday 11/28/18 Hour 1: Topics: Breaking down the College Football Playoff picture and Penn State’s bowl fate, what last night’s win means for Penn State Basketball, upsetting No. 13 Virginia Tech.
Hour 2 – Topics: Neil Coolong joins the show to discuss the Steelers debacle in Denver on Sunday and the rest of the NFL happenings from Week 12. The 2nd half of the hour was a potpourri of topics ranging from the Bill O’Brien’s job in Houston and Bucknell wrestling.
Hour 1 – Topics: Bob Buehner joined the show as Steve breaks down Penn State’s match up against Va Tech on the hardwood as the Big10/ACC Challenge comes to the Bryce Jordan Center.
Steve discusses Penn State’s victory over Maryland and other Penn State happenings with Ben Jones of StateCollege.com
Steve recaps the weekend in Penn State sports. Steve also welcomes Matt Leon to discuss the Eagles tight win over the Giants, and the firing of Flyers GM Ron Hextall.
We discuss Penn State basketball at the Cancun Challenge and the Nittany Lions’ Senior Day matchup against Maryland. Then, we wrap up the week as Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, calls in with his football picks!
Topics: Steve is home from the Cancun Challenge and shares stories from the Mexican trip. Steve and Shawn check the Black Friday college football scores plus Tiger and Phil hit the links for their 9 million dollar showdown!
Steve’s wraps up his three days in Mexico at the Cancun Challenge as the Nittany Lions men’s basketball team, goes for the title! We look ahead to Senior Day at Beaver Stadium this Saturday and get the Maryland football perspective from sports writer Emily Giambalvo (Washington Post).
Steve checks in from Mexico as Penn State hoops goes for the Cancun Challenge Championship! As the Pittsburgh Penguins continue to struggle, we speak with Bob Grove to figure out how they can get out of the Eastern Division cellar.
As Steve continues his time in Mexico at the Cancun Challenge with Penn State basketball, he along with Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire), discuss the instant classic in Los Angeles between the Rams and Kansas City Chiefs as well as the Steelers as Pittsburgh goes back on the road to take on Denver this Sunday. Then, we wrap up the show with breaking news out of Michigan State regarding the former University President, Lou Anna K. Simon, in the Larry Nassar investigation.
Steve continues his time in Mexico as Penn State hoops prepares to take part in the Cancun Challenge! Topics: Chiefs/Rams make NFL history, Penn State football Seniors to be honored this Saturday, Steve breaks down tape of younger Nittany Lions on defense including the impressive play of Yetur Gross-Matos, Shane Simmons and Robert Windsor as well as the other side of the ball!
Day 1 in Cancun, Mexico continues as Steve chats with Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) about the rough loss in New Orleans and how Jimmy Butler can make an impact with the 76ers. Also, Steve and Shawn agree that the Steelers’ Ben Roethlisberger will get into the Pro Football Hall of Fame….but is Ben a first ballot Hall of Famer?
We make history on WKOK with the first international broadcast on the Steve Jones Show! Steve is in Mexico as Penn State basketball takes part in the 2018 Cancun Challenge! Steve recaps the Nittany Lions football win at Rutgers as Senior Day gets closer with Ben Jones (StateCollege.com) plus takes a look back at this day in sports history!
Steve is in New Jersey as the Nittany Lions prepare to take on Rutgers in Piscataway! We replay Steve’s conversation from earlier this week with Tony Knopp (CEO, InviteManager) as they talk about future expansion of the College Football Playoff and its economical landscape, the Los Angeles pro and college football popularity pecking order plus the battle the NFL is going through to become more prevalent in Europe. Then, Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, returns with his weekend football selections!
Topics: College Football Playoff and Mark Dantonio’s thoughts on the Penn State/Michigan State series. Then, we wrap up the show with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Steve is in Chicago for hoops as Penn State goes up against DePaul in the Gavitt Games! Topics: Steve’s travel schedule and the big Michigan basketball win over Villanova. Guest: Nittany Lions football writer Donnie Collins (Scranton Times-Tribune) and Steve go through a batch of young Penn State players that continue to get better as the season heads to the home stretch, including a player who truly has kept the offense rolling (and it may not be the player you’re thinking of)!
We take a look at the business of sports with our great friend Tony Knopp (CEO, InviteManager)! Steve and Tony talk about future expansion of the College Football Playoff and its economical landscape, the Los Angeles pro and college football popularity pecking order plus the battle the NFL is going through to become more prevalent in Europe.
Topic: Le’Veon Bell giving up 2018 season. Guest: Penn State football writer Greg Pickel (Pennlive.com) looks ahead to the early signing period and next month’s national signing day on December 19th. Greg and Steve also discuss the College Football Playoff as well as the Nittany Lions’ matchup at Rutgers on Saturday.
Guests: Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire) makes his weekly appearance to talk about Le’Veon Bell deciding not to play in 2018 and passing up over fourteen million dollars. Then, we wrap up the show with Rutgers football beat writer James Kratch (NJ.com) on their Senior Day match up with Penn State this Saturday in New Jersey.
Guest: SportsRadio 94 WIP’s Glen Macnow (Philadelphia Eagles Radio Network Pre-Game Show Host) calls in to discuss the differences between the Super Bowl championship team and the 2018 version of the Eagles plus the big task ahead of them as they take on the hottest team in the NFL, the New Orleans Saints.
Guests: We recap the great Penn State victory over Wisconsin with Ben Jones (Nittany Lions Writer, StateCollege.com) and look ahead to Rutgers this Saturday. Then, checking in from Philadelphia, it’s Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW) on the Eagles’ disappointing prime-time loss to the Dallas Cowboys as a road trip to New Orleans is next on their schedule.
Topics: Wisconsin/Penn State football recap. Then, in his weekly appearance, Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan calls in to discuss last Saturday’s game at Georgetown and moves forward to Senior Day at Christy against Fordham this Saturday in Lewisburg.
Topics: Steelers and this weekend’s college football matchups. Then, our college and pro football picks from Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
We hear from Penn State Men’s Basketball Head Coach Patrick Chambers as the Nittany Lions crank up the 2018-19 season against North Florida as well as Head Football Coach James Franklin prior to their division crossover game versus Wisconsin. Also, Steve talks with NFL/Steelers writer Ray Fittipaldo (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) about the big win over Carolina, the performance of James Conner so far this season, the latest news on Le’Veon Bell, the outstanding stretch Ben Roethlisberger is going through plus a look back to the Steelers’ 2017 draft and how the team is reaping the benefits.
Guests: Wisconsin football beat writer Jason Galloway (Wisconsin State Journal) calls in to discuss the Badgers/Nittany Lions matchup this Saturday in Beaver Stadium. Then, we wrap up the show with Pittsburgh Penguins hockey analyst Bob Grove as he breaks down the Pens’ current 5-game losing streak and what they can do to put it in the rear view mirror.
Topic: Penn State football trailblazer Wally Triplett passes away at 92. Then, it’s our high school football roundtable playoff edition with Zach Showers (Eagle 107 Selinsgrove Seals statistician) and Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer)!
Topics: college basketball’s top freshmen, penn state football parking challenges this weekend, Nittany Lions wrestling cranks up this Sunday and will the College Football Playoff add more teams someday?
We scan the top sports headlines of the day and Steve’s guest is Penn State football writer Frank Bodani (York Daily Record). Steve and Frank discuss the matchup with Wisconsin as well as the latest College Football Playoff rankings.
Steve answers our listener’s emails. Then, we wrap up the show as Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire) makes his weekly appearance to talk about the Steelers’ huge win on the road over the Ravens and the short turn around Pittsburgh has moving forward to Thursday night’s matchup against the Carolina Panthers!
Topics: Steelers, EJ Manuel, college football playoff, Penn State football and basketball.
Guests: We recap the tough Penn State loss at Michigan with Ben Jones (Nittany Lions Writer, StateCollege.com) also checking in from Philadelphia, Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW) and Steve discuss NFL players, specifically Le’Veon Bell, and their quest to get as much money as possible plus the Eagles finishing the bye week, the addition of wide receiver Golden Tate as the team moves toward their prime-time showdown with the Dallas Cowboys!
Topics: Penn State/Michigan game recap. Guest: Then, in his weekly appearance, Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan calls in to discuss the rivalry matchup at Lehigh and their preparations now underway as they head to Georgetown this Saturday.
Guests: Michigan football beat writer Aaron McMann (MLive.com) gives us the Wolverines perspective heading into Saturday’s game in the big house with Penn State. Then, we wrap up the show as Hall Of Fame Basketball Writer and long time horse racing analyst Dick Jerardi (Penn State Sports Network) joins Steve from Louisville to preview the Breeders Cup at Churchill Downs! Dick will be with Steve for the 15th straight year broadcasting Nittany Lions basketball as we are just one week from tip off of the 2018-19 season!
Guests: Maryland sports writer/reporter Roman Stubbs (Washington Post) gives us the Terrapins timeline of events this week and a clearer picture just how turbulent it has been at College Park. Also, New York Times best-selling writer John U. Bacon (www.johnubacon.com) returns to our show from Ann Arbor to discuss this Saturday’s Penn State/Michigan match-up.
Guest: Maryland sports writer/reporter Roman Stubbs (Washington Post) gives us the Terrapins timeline of events this week and a clearer picture just how turbulent it has been at College Park. Then, our college and pro football picks, including Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: Jon Gruden, DJ Durkin fired at Maryland and the Kevin Plank/Under Armour factor as they move forward. Then, it’s our high school football roundtable playoff edition with Zach Showers (Eagle 107 Selinsgrove Seals statistician) and Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer)!
Topics: Maryland football, Rutgers football and reaction from the first college football playoff poll of the 2018 season.
Our special guest is Merril Hoge, former Pittsburgh Steelers running back and author of the new book “Brainwashed: The Bad Science Behind CTE And The Plot To Destroy Football.” www.brainwashedbook.com
Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire) makes his weekly appearance to talk about the Steelers win over the Browns and how big a Ravens victory this Sunday against Pittsburgh would be. Also, Steve shares his reaction on D.J. Durkin retaining his job as Maryland Head Football Coach plus Ohio State’s Urban Meyer opens up to the media about his health issues and his future with the Buckeyes.
Topics: Eagles acquire wire receiver Golden Tate in a trade with Detroit plus the University of Maryland finally makes its decision on head coach D.J. Durkin and athletic director Damon Evans.
Topics: The Cleveland Browns fire head coach Hue Jackson and offensive coordinator Todd Haley, Steve discusses the Boston Red Sox’ 4th World Series championship in 15 years and we wrap up the show by answering your emails!
Penn State wins 30-24 over Iowa and the district 4 high school football playoff matchups are set! Then, in his weekly appearance, Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan calls in to discuss how his team handled the bye week and preparations to tackle their rival, Lehigh, on Saturday.
Steve’s brother Kevin Jones is in the area for this weekend’s Iowa/Penn State game so he’s with us in studio for the whole show to discuss the World Series and of course, deliver his college and pro football picks!
Steve discusses the NCAA Kessler lawsuit and Title IX and for the first time, joining Shawn in studio, is Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Guests: Iowa football writer Marc Moorehouse (Cedar Rapids Gazette) shares the Hawkeyes perspective of this Saturday’s game at Penn State. Then, we wrap up the show as Bob Grove (Pittsburgh Penguins hockey historian) calls in as the Pens’ west coast swing rolls along and Sidney Crosby’s great start to the season continues!
Topic: Red Sox up 2-0 in World Series. Then, it’s our week 10 high school football roundtable to wrap up the regular season! Joining Steve at our roundtable are Zach Showers (Eagle 107 Selinsgrove Seals statician), Kevin Herr (WKOK Shikellamy Braves play-by-play announcer) and Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer)!
Bob Buehner and show producer Shawn Carey discuss the latest PIAA District 4 high school football power rankings as we approach the end of the regular season on Friday night. Then, we wrap up the show as Steve speaks with MLB writer Jesse Dougherty (Washington Post) for his perspective on the World Series matchups at Fenway Park and how big of an impact Manny Machado has had since joining the Dodgers.
Steve, Bob Buehner and Shawn scan the day’s top sports stories plus keys to a Penn State win over Iowa. Guest: Bob Nightengale (National MLB Writer, USA Today) calls in from Boston to recap game one of the World Series and sets up game two.
Guests: New York Times best-selling author Jeff Pearlman (JeffPearlman.com) discusses his new book, “Football For A Buck: The Crazy Rise and Crazier Demise of the USFL,” a fascinating background on their founding fathers and star players as well as President’s Trump’s involvement in the league. Then, we wrap up the show as Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire) makes his weekly appearance to talk about the Steelers bye week, how number one picks Bud Dupree and T.J. Watt are doing so far this season and the rematch with Cleveland this Sunday.
Topics: Great Penn State teams from the 60s will be honored at this Saturday’s Iowa game plus this day in sports history. Guest: Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia) calls in to talk about the come from behind Carolina Panthers victory at the Link as the team prepares to leave on a jet plane for England and their NFL London game against Jacksonville.
Guests: Tim Neverett (Boston Red Sox Radio Network play-by-play announcer) talks about the team making their way into another World Series. Then, we recap the Penn State victory at Indiana with Ben Jones (Nittany Lions Writer, StateCollege.com) and the effect the team will have with Garrett Taylor missing the first half of the Iowa game due to an ejection.
Topic: Penn State/Indiana game recap. Then, in his weekly appearance, Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan calls in to discuss the team’s 2-point Homecoming loss to Lafayette as they hit the bye week in the schedule.
Guests: Mike Miller (Indiana Hoosiers Football Beat Writer, hoosiersportsreport.com) and Senior Editor Neal Coolong (NFL Wire).
Guests: Sports reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia), Penn State Football writer Ben Jones (StateCollege.com) and Tony Knopp (CEO, InviteManager.com).
Topics: listener email, WKOK Shikellamy Braves football analyst Dick Hort retires from the broadcast booth. Then, Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, calls in with his weekly college and pro football picks!
Topic: Boston/Houston controversial call by Joe West in game 5. Then, it’s week 9 of our high school football roundtable! Joining Steve at our roundtable are Zach Showers (Eagle 107 Selinsgrove Seals statician), Kevin Herr (WKOK Shikellamy Braves play-by-play announcer) and Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer).
Topics: Dodgers, were the Astros stealing signs, Penn State football, Paul Allen tribute and boxing star Canelo Alvarez signs mega-blockbuster deal with new streaming service DAZN.
Topics: Dodgers tie NLCS at 2-2, Manny Machado, Le’Veon Bell, Nick Bosa leaves Ohio State, this day in sports history, MLB postseason and Penn State football.
Guest: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (NFL Wire) calls in to talk about the Steelers’ last minute win at Cincinnati and the quarterback issues facing the Buffalo Bills. Then, we wrap up the show by checking your messages and comments from our Facebook page plus read your emails!
Topics: Listener reaction continues from MSU/PSU Homecoming game and Steve looks back at this day in sports history. Guest: Sports Reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia), in his weekly appearance, shares his takes on the Eagles win at the Giants and how big an NFC conference game the Panthers/Eagles game will be this Sunday.
We’ve got a Penn State football power hour with listener phone calls plus a recap of the Spartans win with Ben Jones (PSU football writer, StateCollege.com).
Topic: Michigan State escapes Penn State with a win. Then, in his weekly appearance, Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan discusses the team’s final non-conference matchup at Monmouth and moving forward to the rest of their Patriot League schedule.
Guest: Former Penn State football star running back D.J. Dozier has returned to Happy Valley for Homecoming and joins Steve to discuss his new book “Decide To Dominate” and shares what he remembers best about his playing days in Beaver Stadium. Then, we wrap up the week as Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, give their weekly college and pro football picks!
Eagles bounce back, Giants are done, Friday night college football, Yankees’ Didi needs Tommy John surgery and still no Lev Bell in Pittsburgh.
Guests: Michigan State football writer Chris Solari (Detroit Free Press) gives us the Spartans perspective leading into Saturday’s Homecoming matchup at Beaver Stadium with the Nittany Lions. And we wrap the show as Steve talks with ESPN Monday Night Football and E:60 reporter Lisa Salters, 2018 Penn State Homecoming Grand Marshal!
It’s week 8 of our high school football roundtable! Joining Steve at our roundtable are Zach Showers (Eagle 107 Selinsgrove Seals statician), Dick Hort (WKOK Shikellamy Braves analyst) and Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer).
Guests: Senior Editor Neal Coolong (NFL Wire) calls in for his weekly spot on the Steelers as they head to the Bengals for a big divisional matchup on Sunday. Then, we wrap up the show with a replay of Steve’s conversation with Nittany Lions football writer Mark Wogenrich (Allentown Morning Call) on Matt Millen’s challenging health situation and a look back at the Ohio State/Penn State primetime showdown.
Guest: In his weekly segment, Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan gives a report card on his team as they moved past Fall break and prepare for their last non-conference matchup at Monmouth on Saturday.
Guest: Wisconsin sports writer Genaro C. Armas (Associated Press) calls in from Milwaukee to share the great baseball story that is the Brewers plus the current working relationship between Aaron Rodgers and Mike McCarthy at Green Bay. Then, we wrap up the show with a discussion of the power 5 conference college football teams that are still undefeated and their strength of schedules the rest of the way.
Friend of the show, Bob Buehner, joins Steve and Shawn! Topics: Penn State wrestling, Red Sox one win away from ALCS, Drew Brees new NFL all-time passing leader, Henry Hynoski and Bill O’Brien.
Topics: What’s good and bad about midweek college football and the latest on the MLB postseason.
Topics: Penn State wraps up bye week, can Notre Dame run the table and qualify for the college football playoff plus what do we really hear while watching sports on tv?
We wrap up the week as Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, share their weekly college and pro football picks!
The 2018-19 NHL season is here! We’re talkin’ pucks with Bob Grove (Pittsburgh Penguins historian). Then, we wrap up the show with a sports business discussion from Steve and Tony Knopp (CEO, www.InviteManager.com)!
Topics: college basketball and Nick Saban calls out Alabama students. Also, we have our week 7 of the high school football roundtable! Joining Steve at our roundtable are Zach Showers (Eagle 107 Selinsgrove Seals statician), Dick Hort (WKOK Shikellamy Braves analyst) and Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer).
It’s a Penn State football power hour! Nittany Lions football writer Mark Wogenrich (Allentown Morning Call) shares the latest information on Matt Millen and his challenging health situation plus college football writer Paul Myerberg (USA Today) looks back at last Saturday’s Ohio State/Penn State game, James Franklin’s “elite” comments in his post-game press conference, Trace McSorley’s record-breaking performance and the current state of the College Football Playoff.
Guest: MLB Writer R.J. Anderson (CBSSports.com) jumps on the show to break down the Cubs’ elimination, Milwaukee’s September success, the American League Wild Card Game, plus how far the Dodgers and Indians can possibly go in the postseason.
Guests: Ryan Snyder (Blue/White Illustrated recruiting analyst) looks back on how successful the Nittany Lions recruiting can be, thanks to a large high school player turnout last Saturday for the white out. Then, we wrap up the show with Senior Editor Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Network) as he and Steve discuss the 1-2-1 Steelers and when Bell may decide to return to Pittsburgh.
Guests: Ben Jones (Penn State Football writer, StateCollege.com) calls in to share his thoughts on last Saturday night’s showdown in Beaver Stadium. Then we wrap up the show as Steve speaks with Matt Leon (Philadelphia Sports Reporter, KYW Newsradio 1060) to discuss the Eagles’ overtime loss at Tennessee.
Ohio State/Penn State recap. Guest: In his weekly segment, Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan chats with Steve on their Patriot League victory on the road at Holy Cross as well as preparations for the next matchup at Christy against Colgate.
Guest: Jay Paterno is on our show with Steve to discuss the Ohio State/Penn State huge matchup on Saturday night and learn how you can support Special Olympics Pennsylvania (www.happyvalleycruise.com) plus we wrap up the week as Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, shares his football picks!
Guest: Tim May (Ohio State writer, Columbus Dispatch) checks in with the Buckeyes perspective leading up to the White Out in Beaver Stadium.
You don’t have to wait until the White Out to hear Steve and Jack Ham together! They discuss where the Nittany Lions are after four games and set up the big, Saturday night showdown with Ohio State in Beaver Stadium!
It’s time to crank up the second half of the high school football regular season! Joining Steve at our roundtable are Zach Showers (Eagle 107 Selinsgrove Seals statician), Dick Hort (WKOK Shikellamy Braves analyst) and Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer).
Guests: ESPN college football analyst Todd Blackledge and Ohio State radio network play-by-play announcer Paul Keels, join Steve to discuss the primetime showdown Saturday night in Beaver Stadium!
In his weekly appearance, Senior Editor Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Network), recaps the Monday night Steelers win at Tampa Bay, which included four roughing the passer penalties and discusses what the NFL should do with that rule moving forward.
Hour 2 – Guests: Ben Jones, StateCollege.com, recapping Penn State’s win at Illinois and preview of Ohio State; Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio in Philadelphia, talking Eagles after the win over the Colts, and Phils eliminated from playoff contention.
Monday 9/24/18 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State rolls over Illinois, must-win game for the Steelers at Tampa Bay. Guest: Bucknell Head Football Coach Joe Susan.
We continue our Penn State gameday coverage, leading up to kickoff between the Nittany Lions and Illinois in their Big Ten Conference opener! Plus, we wrap up the week as Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, deliver their week 4 football picks!
Guests: Illinois football play-by-play announcer Brian Barnhart and Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network) checks in to discuss the Steelers loss against the Kansas City Chiefs and all of the off-the-field stuff happening as Pittsburgh prepares for a Monday night matchup at Tampa Bay.
Guests: Penn State Men’s Basketball Head Coach Patrick Chambers and we have a replay of Steve’s conversation from earlier this week with Tim Brando (FOX Sports).
Guest: Ron Cook (Sports Columnist, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) calls into the show with the latest on the Pittsburgh Steelers and all of the off-the-field drama happening that could put them in a 0-2-1 hole.
Topics: Steelers, Antonio Brown. Also, our week 5 high school football roundtable featuring Dick Hort (WKOK/Shikellamy), Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley/Lewisburg) and Zach Showers (Eagle 107/Selinsgrove)!
Guest: Tim Brando (FOX Sports), who’s approaching 35 years of national play-by-play and studio work, shares his career path and how much he continues to love being part of college football and basketball on TV!
Topics: James Franklin’s weekly press conference leading up to Penn State’s first Friday, regular season game since 1982. Plus, this day in sports history, a former Penn State/NFL star is robbed and we discuss the new NFL roughing the quarterback rule.
Steve answers the callers’ Penn State football questions and talks with Nittany Lions writer Ben Jones (StateCollege.com). Then, we wrap up the show as Matt Leon (KYW Newsradio 1060) calls in from Philadelphia as the city gets excited to welcome quarterback Carson Wentz, back into the Eagles’ starting lineup!
Topics: Kent St/PSU recap, OSU/PSU kickoff time announced, Phillies/Mets begin last series of season and Vontae Davis retires in the middle of a game! Guest: Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan, in his weekly appearance, looks back on the Penn game plus a return to trip to Philadelphia this week against Villanova.
Topics: Latest NFL injury reports from Green Bay, Pittsburgh and Jacksonville plus the many red flags about playing college football on Friday nights.
Hour 2: Guests: Allen Moff of the Journal Record on Kent State, Audrey Snyder of The Athletic on Penn State’s matchup with Kent State.
Thursday 9/13/18 Hour 1: Topics: College football scheduling. Guests: High School Football Roundtable with Kevin Herr (Shikellamy), Zach Showers (Selinsgrove), and Greg Wetzel (Lewisburg).
Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network) checks in to discuss the Steelers tie in Cleveland and breaks down the Kansas City Chiefs offense with their new starting quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
We have a Penn State/Pitt game recap with Steve and Donnie Collins (Scranton Times-Tribune) plus to wrap up the show, Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW) breaks down the Eagles win over Atlanta last Thursday, previews their week 2 matchup at Tampa Bay as well as the Phillies moving down the stretch.
A Penn State/Pitt game recap and Steelers/Browns tie. Guest: Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan, in his weekly appearance, looks back on the Sacred Heart game at Christy.
This is a great listen for all Penn State fans! Joining Steve for the full hour is Penn State football historian Lou Prato! Lou is the former director of the Penn State All-Sports Museum in Beaver Stadium and shares excellent information on the 99-year series between the Pittsburgh Panthers and Nittany Lions.
Guests: ESPN’s play-by-play announcer Beth Mowins joins Steve to discuss Jon Gruden’s return to the Oakland Raiders plus previews the Jets/Lions Monday Night Football matchup. Also, Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network) calls in for some Steelers talk as Pittsburgh heads to Cleveland for the season opener without Le’Veon Bell.
Guest: Penn State Football Writer Rich Scarcella (Reading Eagle) breaks down with Steve, the Saturday night Keystone Classic in the ‘Burgh at Heinz Field. Then, we wrap up the show as Steve’s brother, Kevin Jones, calls in with our week 2 football picks!
Topics: Todd Frazier, Le’Veon Bell, Phillies, Burt Reynolds, and we tell you which team is the the first NFL team that’s officially designated with a casino. Also, our third high school football roundtable of the 2018 season! Joining Steve are Zach Showers (Eagle 107 Selinsgrove Seals statistician), Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer) and Kevin Herr (WKOK Shikellamy Braves play-by-play announcer).
Topics: Phillies, Nike, Colin Kaepernick and Le’Veon Bell. Guest: Penn State Football Writer Bob Flounders (Pennlive.com and Patriot News) shares his first impressions from game one as the Nittany Lions prepare for their trip to Pittsburgh.
Topic: High school football numbers are down across the country. Guest: Adam Bittner (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) joins Steve to discuss the prime time match up at Heinz Field between Penn State and Pittsburgh.
Guests: ESPN play-by-play announcer Beth Mowins joins Steve to discuss Jon Gruden’s return to the Oakland Raiders plus previews the Jets/Lions Monday Night Football matchup. Then, we turn to baseball to wrap up the show with Phillies writer Ethan Witte (TheGoodPhight.com) as he explains the struggles the team has been dealing with the past few weeks and which players have exceeded expectations in 2018.
App State/PSU game recap. Guest: Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan, in his weekly appearance, looks back on the William & Mary game as well as moves forward to game two against Sacred Heart.
The return of our weekly football picks with Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Less than 48 hours from Penn State beginning the football season, we hear from Audrey Snyder (Nittany Lions Writer, The Athletic)!
Topic: Penn State football announces non-conference matchups into 2027. Then, our second high school football roundtable of the 2018 season! Joining Steve are Dick Hort (WKOK Shikellamy Braves analyst), Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer) and Zach Showers (Eagle 107 Selinsgrove Seals statician)!
Topics: college football gamedays, Aaron Rodgers’ new contract, and we ask the question “when is too much absolutely ‘too much’ in sports?”
Topics: Phillies fading, Teddy Bridgewater traded and the brinks truck backs up to Aaron Rodgers’ front door. We replay our chat with Bucknell football Head Coach Joe Susan, leading in the week 1 matchup against William & Mary.
Guests: Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network) on the Steelers and other NFL pre-season topics. Then, Dave Meeks, (USA Today Sports Editor) on the 2018 college football season.
Topic: Penn State releases 1st depth chart of season. Guest: Bucknell Head Football Coach Joe Susan makes his first appearance of the season, recaps summer camp and tells us who gets the starting nod at quarterback as the Bison prepare for William & Mary this Saturday night in Lewisburg.
Guests: Penn State Football Writer Frank Bodani (York Daily Record) and a replay of Steve’s conversation with sports writer Tim May (Columbus Dispatch) on the Urban Meyer suspension at Ohio State.
Guests: Mike Conti (Atlanta Falcons Radio Network), Nick Dunn (Former Shikellamy/Maryland/State College Spikes player) talked with Steve before getting the call up to Peoria earlier this month and Audrey Snyder (Penn State Football Writer/The Athletic) shares her thoughts on the Urban Meyer situation in Columbus and previews the Nittany Lions.
Guests: Tim May (Sports Reporter, Columbus Dispatch) joins Steve to discuss the Urban Meyer suspension and we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: Kevin Herr’s marks his 25th anniversary with Sunbury Broadcasting and Urban Meyer gets a 3-game suspension.
The gang continues live at Front Street Station, Northumberland. Doug Birdsong, the voice of the Bucknell Bison, previews the football season again. Steve and Bob Buehner continue their discussion on the pending Ohio State decision regarding Urban Meyer.
The Sunbury Motors Studio is mobile with Steve, Shawn and Bob Buehner talking about the pending Ohio State decision regarding Urban Meyer and previewing the upcoming Fall Sports Season.
NFL talk, including the Steelers with Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network) as teams approach their pre-season, week 3 dress rehearsals!
We have our first high school football roundtable of the 2018 season! Joining Steve are Kevin Herr (WKOK Shikellamy Braves play-by-play announcer), Gregg Wetzel (100.9 The Valley Lewisburg Green Dragons play-by-play announcer) and Zach Showers (Eagle 107 Selinsgrove Seals statician)!
Guests: Penn State football writer Ben Jones (StateCollege.com) and Jesse Dougherty (Washington Post) on the scandal that has rocked Maryland football.
Topics: Mets take 3 out of 5 from Phillies, including the MLB Little League Classic and details from the Zach Smith/Ohio State football story most people aren’t talking about. Guest: Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia) recaps the first half of the Eagles pre-season and looks forward to the last six weeks of the Phillies season.
We discuss Penn State Football, Nittany Lions quarterback Trace McSorley and cruise around the Big Ten Conference with national college football writer Bill Bender (Sporting News).
Phil Savage returns to discuss his new role as General Manager of the Phoenix franchise in the new Alliance of American Football, which kicks off their first season in February 2019. Plus, we talk about college football coaches on the hot seat in 2018!
We go back to September 2016 to replay an interview with Steve and legendary Penn State linebacker Steve Smear!
Steve talks with former Penn State linebacker Jason Cabinda (Oakland Raiders) and shares ideas to improve Major League Baseball.
Guests: Chuck Hixon (PhillyBaseballInsider.com) and an NBA free agency discussion with Keith Smith (RealGM.com)
We kick off “Best Of Week” with former Penn State tight end and Miami Dolphins rookie Mike Gesicki.
Hour 2- The Call of the Day, an update on the dispute between Comcast and BTN, checking in with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, and recapping Saquon Barkley’s first NFL pre-season game.
Hour 1 – Philadelphia Phillies news, we’re heading into PGA championship weekend and Jessica Marksbury, Associate Editor for Golf Magazine, gives us a preview.
Play by Play Call of the Day, an update on Shikellamy High School graduate Nick Dunn in his first Minor League Baseball season, Mike DeCourcy – college basketball studio analyst for the Big Ten Network, Practice Day number 6 for the Penn State Football team is today and Audrey Snyder from The Athletic recaps practice so far.
Explaining the NBA Draft, Jonathan Alexander from the Raleigh News & Observer on the UNC football coaches getting disciplined as a result of players’ shoe sales.
Guests: Phil Steele, College Football Analyst and Matt Leon, KYW Philadelphia on the Eagles and Phillies.
Guests: Dave Meeks, USA Today Sports Editor on the College Football Playoff ranking, Ben Jones, StateCollege.com on Penn State Football practice.
Hour 2 – Topics – More of the same, MLB, Urban Meyer, Collegiate athletes selling shoes, and a little on Steve’s interview style
Guests: NBC Sports Swimming analyst Rowdy Gaines joins Steve to discuss the recent success of Penn State swimmer Ally McHugh and we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
The Urban Meyer story at Ohio State continues to take twists and turns with lots of speculation from Buckeyes Nation and beyond. Steve’s guest this hour is college football writer Ben Kercheval (CBSSports.com).
Guests: Big Ten Conference Commissioner Jim Delany and Houston Astros play-by-play announcer Todd Kalas.
Urban Meyer is on the hot seat in Columbus! We discuss that as college football practices get closer with Audrey Snyder (Penn State Writer, The Athletic).
Guests: Kalyn Kahler (Writer/Editor, TheMMQB.com) and Ryan Snyder (college football recruiting analyst/writer, BlueWhiteIllustrated.com) recaps the 2018 Penn State Lasch Bash!
Guest: Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network) has the latest from Pittsburgh Steelers training camp!
Guest: Phillies Ambassador Chris Wheeler discusses the trade deadline, how Aaron Nola elevated to an ace on the pitching staff, Philadelphia moving up to the top of the National League East and the effect social media has on sports today.
Topics: Phillies, Sam Darnold, BTN on Comcast and Steve reads your emails! Guest: Philadelphia sports reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW) checks in with the latest from Eagles training camp plus talks about the Phillies, coming off losing 3 out of 4 against the last place Reds and heads to Boston for interleague play.
Guests: Todd Kalas (Houston Astros play-by-play announcer) and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Guest: Tim Kurkjian (ESPN MLB Writer/Reporter) returns to discuss the Aaron Judge injury and what the Yankees will do going from here plus highlights the Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2018.
Topics: Phillies, latest MLB trade news, Steelers, Scott Frost at Nebraska and Steve dives into the Penn State football 2018 roster plus brings up specific players that could step up and make an impact this season.
Guest: Bill Bender (Sporting News National College Football Writer) talks with Steve about his extensive, long-form write up on Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley, the Big Ten East Division and what effect the new kickoff rule will have in college football.
Guests: Phillies Writer from SB Nation, Jared Pallo (TheGoodPhight.com) and it’s the return of Neal Coolong (Senior Editor, NFL Wire Network)!
Topic: Talking points from Big Ten Football Media Days. Guest: NFL Insider Adam Caplan (Sirius/XM NFL Radio) joins us to discuss the new Todd Gurley contract and what’s on the radar as training camps begin this week!
Hour 2 – Guests: Chris Mack, Pirates/Pre-Post Game Show, on the resurgent Pirates, and are they now buyers? Topics: Hear from Penn State football coach James Franklin from B1G 10 Media Day and more reaction from it.
Monday 7/23/18 Hour 1 – Former Penn State Women’s Basketball coach Rene Portland dies and her legacy, Phillies outlook after losing on Manny Machado, B1G 10 Media Day reaction – enforcing new “availability reports.”
From last month, listen to chats with former Penn State Wrestling two-time national champion David Taylor, who spoke with Nittany Lions wrestling play-by-play announcer Jeff Byers. Then, we wrap up “Best Of” week, discussing sports business with Tony Knopp (CEO, InviteManager.com).
Wrapping up our “Best Of” week with replays of Steve’s interviews with former Senior Bowl Executive Director Phil Savage and Penn State Football beat writer Mark Wogenrich (Allentown Morning Call).
Our focus is college hoops this hour as we replay interviews with Steve and BTN in-studio/in-game analysts Shon Morris and Stephen Bardo.
We continue with our “Best Of” week and rewind to the 2018 Penn State Blue/White Game for Steve’s interviews with Super Bowl Champion Stefan Wisniewski (Philadelphia Eagles), analyst Michael Robinson (NFL Network) and PSU alumnus/actor/writer Keegan-Michael Key. Also, prior to the 2017 Indiana/Penn State “Generations of Greatness Game,” Steve spoke with former longtime equipment manager Brad “Spider” Caldwell, to discuss how the throwback jersey was put together.
A replay of Steve’s outstanding conversation with former longtime Penn State football equipment manager, Brad “Spider” Caldwell!
Guests: Mr. College Football Tony Barnhart (TMGCollegeSports.com and SEC Network) plus MLB Writer R.J. Anderson (CBSSports.com).
“Best Of” week continues with a conversation about motivation and Penn State Wrestling Head Coach Cael Sanderson. Also, baseball talk with Matt Snyder (MLB Writer, CBSSports.com)
We continue our sports betting conversation with Neil Best (New York Newsday) plus joining us to discuss the Penguins and Pirates, it’s the “Godfather” of Pittsburgh sports talk, the legendary Stan Savran (AT&T SportsNet/ESPN Pittsburgh)!
As Steve enjoys his vacation, we enjoy a “Best Of” week! Today, we focus on nationwide, legal sports betting and talk with Dustin Gouker (LegalSportsReport.com).
Guests: Jesse Dougherty (Maryland/College Sports Writer, Washington Post) joins us to discuss the FBI probe that continues in the school’s basketball program and how Terps fans have accepted their inclusion in the Big Ten Conference. Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Topics: Isner/Anderson epic Wimbledon semifinal, Chase Utley, the future of the Phillies, this day in sports history, and we discuss the newest schools in the Big Ten Conference that fans feel still remain “left out” and don’t get the same treatment as others.
Guest: Jim Eichenhofer (Pelicans.com pro basketball writer) gives us an update on former Penn State basketball star Tony Carr, who’s getting valuable playing time in the NBA Summer League. Then, Steve dives into Big Ten football, specifically the West Division and how things could shake out in 2018.
Topics: PIAA and the future of Pennsylvania high school sports, Big Ten football and the QB situation at Michigan. Guest: Ken Hickman (Penn State All Sports Museum Director) shares with Nittany Lions fans about the Beaver Stadium tours taking place during Arts Festival weekend in State College as well as must-see exhibits in the museum.
Topics: Penn State fans wait in excited anticipation for another football season, two epic Wednesday matches at Wimbledon, latest baseball stats, standings and diamond notes as well as which players were chosen in the NFL Supplemental Draft.
Topics: Phillies, Aaron Nola, some crazy current MLB stats, Penn State men’s basketball 2018 non-conference schedule is released as Head Coach Patrick Chambers holds Summer practices this week.
Phil Savage returns to the show discuss his new role as General Manager of the Phoenix franchise in the new Alliance of American Football, which kicks off their first season in February 2019. Also, we look at which college football coaches that may end up on the hot seat and possibly out of work later this year.
Topics: Phillies get only 1 player in All-Star Game and Steve shares legitimate reasons why baseball is struggling, compared to other pro sports.
Guests: Andrew Callahan shares his highlights while on the Penn State football beat as he prepares to begin a new chapter in his professional career in the Northeast and cover the New England Patriots. Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Topics: Will Tiger take on Phil in a $10 million dollar showdown, this day in sports history and kickoffs in college football.
Guest: Former Penn State linebacker and one of the newest members of the Oakland Raiders, Jason Cabinda!
Topics: Phillies get their 6th sweep of the season and does Philadelphia pull the trigger on a Manny Machado deal as a “rest-of-this season rental” or wait until the off season?
Guest: Paul Myerberg (College Football Writer, USA Today) joins Steve to discuss the release of weekly injury reports with legalized gambling on the horizon, modified transfer rules, new in-game rules and where the state of college football could be 5 years down the road. And, we wrap up the show with a suggestion as to which former NFL player that the senior committee should seriously consider for Hall of Fame induction in 2019.
Topics: Phillies and Joey Chestnut. Guest: Dieter Kurtenbach (Mercury News) shares his angles on NBA free agency, including Boogie Cousins joining Golden State and LeBron to the Lakers.
We have more Penn State football player interviews from the 2018 “Lift For Life,” featuring cornerback Amani Oruwariye and starting quarterback Trace McSorley! Then, we wrap up the show with an NBA free agency conversation with basketball writer Kevin Smith (RealGM.com)!
Topics: Lakers acquire LeBron James, will the Big Ten Conference begin to release football and basketball injury reports and the Phillies take 3 out of 4 from Washington. Also, we go back to Saturday’s Penn State “Lift For Life” and hear from linebacker Koa Farmer and quarterback/lion Tommy Stevens!
Guests: Mike DeCourcy (Big Ten Network, Sporting News) shares his thoughts on the Rice Commission report. Then, we go back to September 2016 to replay Steve’s outstanding chat with Penn State Football legend Mike Reid.
We wrap up our “Best Of” week with a discussion on the Rice Commission report and what it will do to the future of college basketball. Also, we replay Steve’s interview with John McMullen (973espn.com ESPN South Jersey Eagles Insider and FanRagSports.com NFL National Columnist) that features a recap of the Philadelphia Eagles’ 2018 draft.
A sports business conversation with InviteManager.com CEO Tony Knopp plus author Richard Sandomir (New York Times) shares how he created his book on the movie “The Pride Of The Yankees!”
Our look back during “Best Of Week” features a recent discussion about whether Penn State should play Pitt in football every year. Also, Steve talks with NBA Writer Keith Smith (RealGM.com).
Enjoy Steve’s conversation with Philadelphia Phillies Ambassador Chris Wheeler and we recap the 2018 college basketball national championship game with Chris Solari (Detroit Free Press).
“Best Of Week” rolls on as Mike Conti (92.9 The Game/Atlanta) checks in regarding the Falcons’ Matt Ryan and his new mega deal plus Steve talks with Penn State men’s basketball radio network analyst Dick Jerardi on Tony Carr pursuing an NBA career.
The day after Penn State Men’s basketball won their first NIT championship since 2009, Steve spoke with United States Basketball Writers Hall of Famer David Jones (Pennlive.com). Then, we wrap up the show by going back to last February to recap the Philadelphia Eagles’ first Super Bowl victory with radio network play-by-play announcer Merrill Reese.
Our “Best Of Week” continues as we replay interviews with Lisa Byington (Big Ten Network) and Penn State Wrestling play-by-play announcer Jeff Byers!
Steve has a conversation with Lee Stout and Harry West, co-authors of “Lair Of The Lion,” the history of Beaver Stadium.
We wrap up June with a special “Best Of Week!” This hour, Steve talks with Bill Contz from the 1982 Penn State Football National Championship team. Then, an outstanding replay of our original interview from February 2018 with Pro Football Hall of Famer Jerry Kramer.
Hour 2 – Guests: Rich Scarcella, Reading Eagle, on Lonnie Walker IV drafted to the Spurs, Tony Carr drafted to the Pelicans, and what to look for in some Penn State football preview stories. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin joins the show for his weekly appearance and trivia.
Hour 1 – Topics: NBA Draft recap, Tony Carr, World Cup, Pirates talk. Guests: Joey Gulino, Yahoo Sports on World Cup, Paul Alexander, AT&T Sportsnet Pittsburgh on the Pirates.
Hour 2 – Guests: Mike Gesicki, former Penn State Tight End and now Miami Dolphins Tight End, Frank Bodani, York Daily Record, on the new college football transfer rule and more. Topics: More NBA Draft talk.
Hour 1 – Topics: NBA Draft preview, Phillies hot dog incident, media coverage of sports betting. Guest: Pete Jensen, NHL Network for an NHL Draft preview.
Guests: Chuck Hixson (PhillyBaseballInsider.com) calls in to discuss the Phillies’ Nick Pivetta, a possible move to get Manny Machado from Baltimore and a recap on how Philadelphia did in the 2018 MLB draft. Then, we wrap up the show with college football and recruiting talk with Greg Pickel (Penn State Football Writer/PennLive.com).
Topics: Phillies, World Cup, Neymar, can soccer become more popular in the USA and Terrell Owens runs a 4.43 40-yd dash at age 44. Guest: Jason Rollison (PiratesBreakdown.com) shares his first impressions on select rookie minor league players on their development, including Sunbury native Nick Dunn, who has landed in the New York/Penn League with the State College Spikes in the St. Louis Cardinals organization.
Topics: What can the Phillies do to acquire Manny Machado, state of baseball red flags including pace of play, total time of game and fewer people going to ballparks. Plus, Steve wraps up the show with a breakdown of Sunbury native Nick Dunn’s first weekend on the minor league A level at State College.
Topics: World Cup soccer, Phillies, Manny Machado, former USA soccer legend and Penn State men’s soccer Head Coach Walter Bahr dies at 91 and Washington Capitals Head Coach Barry Trotz resigns. Guest: Sports reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) discusses former college players working out for the 76ers just days away from the draft and the Phillies, winners of their last 2 series, return home for a 3-game set with the Cardinals.
Hour 2: Guest: David Taylor, former Penn State wrestler and 2-time national champion, previewing “Wrestling X” this weekend at Penn State’s Rec Hall, Steve’s brother Kevin in his weekly appearance.
Hour 1: Topics: Phillies should invest in Manny Machado, are there too many mediocre teams in the MLB right now and why are ticket sales and ratings down?, World Cup talk, U.S. Open update.
Hour 2: Guest: Tony Knopp, CEO InviteManager.com, on North America awarded the 2026 World Cup, struggles of countries hosting world sporting events, business with Lebron James on an NBA team, corporations interest in an NFL London team. Topics: More discussion about the 2026 World Cup and new college football transfer rule.
Wednesday 6/13/18 Hour 1: North America awarded 2026 World Cup, Penn State MBB at the State Capitol, new college football transfer rule. Guest: Dave Eanet, Northwestern Play-By-Play Broadcaster, on the new athletic facilities at Northwestern and a bowl game coming to Wrigley Field.
Hour 2: Guest: Harry Mayes, 97.5 The Fanatic Philadelphia, on the Sixers and Bryan Colangelo, Sixers outlook toward the NBA Draft, and Phillies discussion. Steve also has quick reaction to the Raiders cutting former Penn St. quarterback Christian Hackenberg.
Tuesday 6/12/18 Hour 1: Phillies begin three-game series with Rockies, how do they break out of their funk? What’s wrong with Maikel Franco, hitting/strikeout issues in baseball, MLB thinking of dumping the shift. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio, on the fallout with the Sixers and Bryan Colangelo and more.
Hour 2: Topics: NBA Draft talk, where does Penn State’s Tony Carr stand, Inside Trace McSorley’s development. Guest: Jeremy Woo, NBA Draft Analyst, Sports Illustrated.
Monday 6/11/18 Hour 1: Topics: A recap of a memorable sports weekend, including Justify winning the Triple Crown. Guest: Cole Miller, Penn State Golfer who qualified for this weekend’s U.S. Open.
Hour 2: Guests: Dick Jerardi, courtesy of Xpress.com, for a complete Belmont preview. Kevin Jones, Steve’s brother, also joins the show to pick the Belmont and more.
Friday 6/8/18 Hour 1: Topics: Shikellamy Grad Nick Dunn talks with WKOK’s Matt Catrillo on being drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals and being sent to the nearby State College Spikes, plus discussion on his outlook for this season, T.O. not attending the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement, Rodney Hood/Cavs.
Guests: Steve Bortstein (Horse Racing Analyst, Fox Sports Radio) handicaps the Belmont as Justify is one race away from history. Then, we wrap up the show as Sean Leahy (NHL Writer, NBCSports.com) calls in from Las Vegas with the Washington Capitals just one win away from lifting the Stanley Cup for the first time in team history.
Topics: Shikellamy grad Nick Dunn drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals and will he report to the State College Spikes first? Phillies bounce back, Yankees/ESPN feud, Sixers/Colangelo situation. Guest: R.J. Anderson (MLB Writer, CBSSports.com).
Guest: Chris Mack (Pittsburgh Pirates Radio Network pre-game and post-game host) calls in to discuss the early round draft picks by the Buccos in the 2018 MLB Draft and the decrease in attendance at Pirates home games.
Topics: Phillies begin 3 game set at Wrigley, place your bets in Delaware, 49ers legend Dwight Clark dies, NFL top plays of all time plus the Phillies draft Alec Bohm with 3rd overall pick in MLB Draft. Guest: Reid Forgrave (NBA Writer, CBSSports.com) checks in from Cleveland to preview game 3 between the Cavs and Golden State.
Topics: Our play-by-play call of the day; Stanley Cup Final Game 4; can the Cavs get at least a game in the NBA Finals; the Phillies continue to struggle on offense; the Yankees may boycott ESPN over a Sunday Night Baseball scheduling conflict; At The Memorial over the weekend, Rory McIlroy shared interesting thoughts on how the USGA sets up golf courses and we wrap up the show wondering if John Beilein will leave Michigan for the Detroit Pistons?
Topics: Giants sweep Phillies, Serena withdraws from French Open due to injury and media coverage scrutinized at the NBA Finals. Guest: Mr. College Football, Tony Barnhart (SEC Network and college football writer at TMGcollegesports.com) joins Steve to discuss the current player transfer rule in the SEC; will kickoffs eventually be eliminated in college football; will student athletes get paid; will collegiate athletics allow students going pro to return to school/team if they wish and have eligibility remaining.
Penn State Sports Network Basketball Analyst Dick Jerardi joins Steve at the Penn State golf courses during the Coaches vs Cancer annual tournament plus we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother, Kevin Jones!
Topics: NBA Finals game 1, Phillies split series in Los Angeles and we learn Penn State Basketball’s opponent in the Big Ten/ACC Challenge. Also, Steve took part in Penn State’s annual Coaches vs Cancer golf tournament and spoke with Big Ten Network hoops analyst Shon Morris.
Guest: Sports columnist Dieter Kurtenbach (The Mercury News) has an NBA Finals preview and shares how it’s like covering Golden State and its stars.
Phillies/Dodgers great pitching matchup to wrap up series, Stanley Cup Final series tied heading to DC and Usain Bolt has an Olympic gold medal taken away. Guest: Stephen Bardo (Big Ten Network and FS1 College Basketball Analyst) and Steve discuss players and their future plans, whether it’s the NBA or staying in school, including former Penn State point guard Tony Carr.
Guests: Penn State Men’s Basketball Head Coach Patrick Chambers checks in to share information on who will join his coaching staff as well as the big Coaches Vs. Cancer (www.cvcpennstate.org) events this week. Then, we wrap up the show, learning more about the social media problems for the Philadelphia 76ers’ Brian Colangelo with Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW).
On declaration day, Steve has the latest college basketball news as more players decide to stay in the NBA draft or choose to go back to school. Guest: Dan Devine (NBA Writer, Yahoo! Sports) joins the show to preview Cleveland/Golden State, facing off for the 4th straight year in the NBA Finals.
Topics: Tom Wilson, Anthony Rizzo and Phillies. Guest: Pete Jensen (NHL Network and NHL.com) breaks down game 1 in Vegas and what the Caps will need to focus on to even the Stanley Cup Final.
Topics: Warriors/Cavs chapter 4 begins Thursday, uneventful Indy 500, this day in sports history and more!
Guests: Reporter Kim Jones (NFL Network) returns to discuss Saquon Barkley plus the Christian Hackenberg trade to Oakland. Then, we head into the holiday weekend with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: NBA Playoffs moves to game six in both conference finals. Guest: Phil Savage (www.philsavagefootball.com) sheds great light on players leaving college too early for the NFL and the problems it’s giving select power 5 conference programs.
Guest: Ryan Snyder (Blue/White Illustrated Recruiting Analyst on www.bwi.rivals.com) calls in regarding the latest list of blue chip high school stars that will continue their football playing days at Penn State.
Topic: NFL and the National Anthem. Guest: Oklahoma State Cowboys Radio Network play-by-play announcer Dave Hunziker joins us to discuss the two Cowboys, wide receiver James Washington and quarterback Mason Rudolph, that were drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Guests: Chris Solari (Michigan State Beat Writer, Detroit Free Press) returns to our show for a discussion on the $500 million allocated to the victims of Larry Nassar. Then, we wrap up the show with Mark Wogenrich (Penn State Football Beat Writer, Allentown Morning Call). Mark broke the story in late April on the biggest challenge Matt Millen has ever faced.
Guests: Jourdan Rodrigue (Carolina Panthers Beat Writer, Charlotte Observer) joins Steve to discuss the selling of the Panthers to Pittsburgh Steelers minority owner David Tepper. Then, it’s a Stanley Cup Playoffs chat and Capitals/Lightning Game 7 preview with Sean Leahy (NBC Sports NHL Writer on www.ProHockeyTalk.com).
Guest: Joe Starkey (93.7 The Fan, Pittsburgh) calls in to discuss the Pirates’ very good start to their 2018 season. Topics: WWE, Michigan State and former Penn State quarterback Christian Hackenberg is traded from the New York Jets to the Oakland Raiders.
Topics: Phillies, NBA Playoffs and E-sports. Guest: Kenny Albert (NBC Sports/Westwood One Radio NHL play-by-play announcer) shares what he’s witnessed during the Vegas Golden Knights’ inaugural season as their quest for the Stanley Cup continues.
Guest: Penn State Men’s Basketball Head Coach Patrick Chambers calls in to talk about the feedback he’s received regarding Tony Carr’s appearance at the NBA Combine plus next week’s Coaches vs Cancer event (www.cvcpennstate.org).
Topics: Phillies, Caps/Lightning, latest NFL news, Peter King’s final MMQB column, Matt Millen, Monday practice at the Indy 500 and we check average attendance numbers at MLB stadiums so far this season.
A complete Preakness Stakes preview with Dick Jerardi (appearance on behalf of xpressbet.com) and we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topic: making the jump from college to pro. Guest: Jason Sobel (Senior Golf Writer, ActionNetwork.com) talks about Tiger Woods moving the needle in his sport, The Players and PGA Championships moving to different dates next year plus with legal nationwide betting now on the horizon, shares how the PGA can and will reap the benefits and profits.
Topics: Phillies, Pirates, Penn State Basketball to play in November’s Gavitt Games at DePaul, ACC Conference proposing March Madness tournament expansion to 72 teams and this day in sports history. Guest: Steve Bortstein (FOX Sports Radio Horse Racing Analyst) previews the lineup at The Preakness and whether Justify can remain undefeated.
Guests: Legendary Pittsburgh sports talk show host Stan Savran (AT&T Sportsnet) recaps the Penguins’ Stanley Cup championship run, the great start the Pirates are enjoying and shares his thoughts on how the Steelers did in the draft. And we finish the show with outstanding MLB talk as baseball writer Matt Snyder (CBSSports.com) joins us.
With every US state now able to offer legal sports betting, how will the professional leagues benefit? We tackle that with Dustin Gouker (LegalSportsReport.com).
Guests: Penn State Men’s Basketball Head Coach Patrick Chambers plus we discuss the Philadelphia 76ers season, conference finals and how the NBA can benefit from future, mainstream, nationwide sports betting with writer Dennis Chambers (BasketballInsiders.com).
Topic: The U.S. Supreme Court rules on the future of nationwide legal sports betting. How long will it take for Pennsylvania and others states to get in the mix?
Guests: Greg Wyshynski (ESPN Senior NHL Writer and Co-Host of the Puck Soup Podcast) calls in from Tampa Bay to set the scene at the Eastern Conference Finals between the Lightning and Washington Capitals plus previews the West final between Vegas and Winnipeg. Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother, Kevin Jones!
Topics: Yankees and Red Sox tied for first in AL East, current usage of fastballs in MLB and the perception the league is now only about home runs, strikeouts and walks. Plus, why do colleges schedule football games so many years ahead of time?
Guest: Philadelphia Inquirer sports writer Marc Narducci looks ahead to game 5 between the Sixers and Boston Celtics. Topics: Wednesday matinee MLB plus a look into future Big Ten basketball and football schedules, well into the 2020’s.
Topics: Phillies, Seattle no hitter, Dylan Bundy blunder, Russell Wilson, Penn State Coaches Caravan begins in New York City and one of our listeners calls in and wonders if Notre Dame would ever consider joining the Big Ten Conference for football.
Guests: Neal Coolong (Editor, SteelersWire.com) jumps back to the Steelers 2018 draft and we take a look at the NBA playoffs with Keith Smith (RealGM.com and Host of the Front Office Show Podcast).
Guest: Josh Getzoff (Penguins Radio Network) recaps the Pittsburgh/Washington Eastern Conference Semifinals and the Pens’ Stanley Cup championship run.
Guest: Mike Conti (Atlanta Falcons Radio Network Pre and Post-Game Host) talks about the new Matt Ryan contract extension and the Falcons’ 2018 draft. Topics: Mother of former Duke player Wendell Carter Jr., blasts the college basketball system and its rules.
Guests: Horse Racing Analyst Steve Bortstein (FOX Sports Radio) breaks down the field in the 144th Kentucky Derby and we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Topics: Phillies, Sixers, Penguins, Peter King and Tony Carr receives an invitation to the NBA Scouting Combine. Guest: Jared Diamond (Wall Street Journal National Baseball Writer) talks with Steve about teams underachieving one month into the season as well as Albert Pujols on the brink of 3,000 hits, Ichiro’s career, today’s game with more strikeouts than hits plus the true reality of how pro baseball is accepted in Miami and Tampa Bay.
Guests: Steve talks with Former Bucknell Defensive End Abdullah Anderson on signing his undrafted free agent contract with the Chicago Bears. Then, we get a preview of game 4 between Pittsburgh and Washington from Josh Getzoff (Penguins Radio Network) as well as the aftermath of the Tom Wilson hit in game 3.
A complete Kentucky Derby preview with Dick Jerardi (appearance on behalf of Xpressbet.com).
Steve Jones and Shawn Carey are at the 27th Annual Truman H. Purdy Memorial Golf Tournament, live from the Susquehanna Valley Country Club in Hummel’s Wharf. Guests- Scott Walker from State College Spikes on Coaches Versus Cancer; Bob Buehner stops by to chat with Steve and Shawn.
Steve Jones and Shawn Carey are at the 27th Annual Truman H. Purdy Memorial Golf Tournament, live from the Susquehanna Valley Country Club in Hummel’s Wharf. Adam Purdy stops by to be interviewed about the day.
Guest: Longtime Philadelphia Phillies public address announcer Dan Baker shares his preparation that goes into each game he does at Citizens Bank Park.
Topics: Phillies, NFL, Kentucky Derby, Pens, Vegas Golden Knights, 76ers and we’re talkin bout practice!
Guests: A breakdown of the NCAA Rice Commission report from Hall of Fame College Basketball Writer Mike DeCourcy (SportingNews.com) and Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW, Philadelphia Sports Reporter) checks in to recap the Eagles’ draft, update the Carson Wentz recovery and give a preview of the 76ers/Celtics series. Topic: Undrafted free agent signings that could make a splash and pay dividends for NFL teams.
Topics: Penn State players chosen in the 2018 NFL Draft including Troy Apke in the 4th round to the Washington Redskins. Guest: John McMullen (ESPN South Jersey Eagles Insider and FanRagSports.com NFL National Columnist) recaps the Philadelphia Eagles’ 2018 draft.
From earlier this week, in case you missed them, catch Steve and Jack Ham’s interviews with Nittany Lion greats Stefan Wisniewski, Michael Robinson and actor Keegan-Michael Key from the 2018 Penn State Blue White Game. Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones calling in to chime in about the first round of the NFL Draft.
Topic: 2018 NFL Draft Round 1 recap with running back Saquon Barkley going to the New York Giants! Guests: Penn State Football Writer Greg Pickel (PennLive.com) shares his impressions of last Saturday’s Blue-White Game plus a sports business briefing from Tony Knopp (CEO, InviteManager.com) as he talks about the concerns with future attendance at the 2018 soccer World Cup in Russia, what drives millennials to sports events, the Tiger Woods overall effect in golf, financial backlash from the recent Winter Olympics and why looking ahead, the MLS and NBA are “skies the limit!”
Guest: Tony Knopp (CEO, InviteManager.com) and Steve talk about the concerns with future attendance at the 2018 World Cup in Russia, what drives millennials to sports events, the Tiger Woods overall effect in golf, the financial backlash from the recent Winter Olympics and why looking ahead, the MLS and NBA are “skies the limit!”
Steve discusses the information released and gives his first reactions from the Rice Commission on college basketball report. Guest: NFL Draft Analyst Jon Ledyard (FanRagSports.com) gives his top selections plus explains how high up in the draft a team should take a running back.
We continue our 2018 draft preview with NFL Wire Network Editor Neal Coolong and New York Giants Beat Writer Matt Lombardo (NJ.com and The Star-Ledger).
Topics: Phillies go for 5 straight, NBA Playoff Tuesday tripleheader, NHL off till Wednesday and Steve shares his 2018 NFL Draft sure fire 1st round picks. Guest: Adam Purdy checks in with an update on preparations with the 27th annual Truman H. Purdy Memorial Golf Tournament.
Guests: Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW, Philadelphia Sports Reporter) checks in to discuss the 1st round series between the Sixers and Heat, what the Eagles could do in the opening round of the NFL Draft as well as the Phillies after sweeping Pittsburgh at home. Then, we wrap up the show with Penn State Football Writer Greg Pickel (PennLive.com) to get his impressions of Saturday’s Blue-White Game.
We have a Penn State Blue/White game recap, including Steve and Jack Ham’s interviews with Nittany Lion greats Stefan Wisniewski, Michael Robinson and actor Keegan-Michael Key. Plus, Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan gives his summary of their Spring Football campaign.
Guests: NFL Draft Analyst Joe Marino (www.fanragsports.com) breaks down what possible players and picks will fall into place and we close out the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: Legendary sports broadcaster and former Penn State football play-by-play announcer Gil Santos. Steve goes into the vault to replay Gil’s calls from the Maryland/PSU game during the Nittany Lions’ 1986 National Championship season. Penn State alum Keegan-Michael Key is returning to Happy Valley to help James Franklin coach the Blue-White game! Guest: Ben Jones (Penn State football writer, www.statecollege.com) lets us know what he will focus on in the Blue-White game and looks ahead to basketball next season as the team moves on, minus Tony Carr.
Guests: Penn State Men’s Basketball Head Coach Patrick Chambers to discuss the Coaches vs Cancer (www.cvcpennstate.org) Spring fundraising events and recaps the teams’ recent NIT Championship. Plus, Bob Grove (Pittsburgh Penguins hockey analyst and historian) calls in to talk about the Pens’ dominating performance so far against Philadelphia and the incredible debut season the Vegas Golden Knights are enjoying.
Topics: MLB day games, Reds fire Bryan Price, NFL 2018 schedule to be announced today, wife of Gregg Popovich dies and a peek into Penn State Men’s Basketball’s 2018-19 conference home/away matchups. Guest: Penn State Football Writer Bob Flounders (PennLive.com) shares what he is looking forward to see at Saturday’s Blue/White Game.
Topics: play by play call of the day, Red Sox, Shohei Ohtani, current MLB standings, a look ahead to Condoleezza Rice’s recommendations to NCAA leadership when the Division I Board of Directors meets April 24-25, and Penn State Spring Football is in the home stretch.
Topics: Getaway games in MLB, Vegas making NHL history, Comcast dropping BTN in select markets and pro wrestling legend Bruno Sammartino dies. Guest: Senior Draft Analyst Charlie Campbell (WalterFootball.com) dives into great information from his latest, 6 round mock NFL draft.
Guest: Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Network Editor) shares his mock draft top 5 selections. Topics: Length of MLB season, Boston Marathon and Mike Mayock.
Topics: Phillies, Heat even series 1-1 with Sixers and Stanley Cup Playoffs. Guest: Philadelphia Phillies Ambassador Chris Wheeler shares his thoughts on the state of baseball, how social media brings sports coverage to a younger audience and relives a great Beaver Stadium football story from his college days.
Guest: Matt Leon (Sports Reporter, Newsradio 1060 KYW, Philadelphia) takes a look at the Phillies settling in with Gabe Kapler in charge, the Sixers hot start at home in the playoffs and if the Flyers have a shot against the Penguins. Topics: Golf Digest’s choices of best, healthy enough on-course snacks, what makes the Sixers so good and former Pittsburgh Steeler James Harrison retires.
Topic: new college football rule. Guest: Chris Mack (Pittsburgh Pirates Radio Network Pre and Post-Game Host) joins the show with a Buccos’ 15 game progress report.
Guests: Eddie Garcia (FOX Sports Radio NHL Reporter and Puck Podcast co-host) breaks down the Stanley Cup Playoff match-ups and we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Topics: Pens/Flyers game 2, Cowboys release Dez Bryant, Phillies getting it together and the Pirates are knockin it out of the park!
Topics: Philadelphia 76ers, NBA Playoffs, and believe it or not there will be Stanley Cup Playoff games on Golf Channel! Guest: Jason LaCanfora (NFL Insider, CBS Sports) breaks down the top prospects in the 2018 NFL Draft.
Topics: Unwritten rules in MLB, Pens dominate Flyers in Game 1, new ESPN morning show “Get Up” needs more viewers, this day in sports history, Cael Sanderson and Penn State Spring Football notes.
Guest: Tom Moore (Sports Columnist, Bucks County Courier Times) shares his takes on the Phillies’ first batch of games with manager Gabe Kapler plus the 76ers’ turnaround as they approach the NBA Playoffs. Topics: What are the most valuable pro baseball, basketball and hockey franchises?
Topics: Villanova’s Jalen Brunson turning pro, Eagles’ QB Nick Foles has written a new book, NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs begin tonight, Spring Football games at Michigan, Wisconsin and Iowa State this weekend cancelled due to bad impending weather plus a look into Penn State off-season preparations.
Topics: Steve breaks down the skill set of the top college players he has seen, that’ll be selected in June’s NBA Draft, Strat-O-Matic and APBA games.
Hour 2 – More Masters discussion, What’s behind the Sixers success, latest Sports TV ratings. Guests: Guy Cipriano, Senior Editor Golf Course Industry Magazine; Matt Leon, KYW Radio Philadelphia.
Topics: Masters and the Phillies win their home opener as Kapler gets booed. Guest: Ryan Burr (Golf Channel reporter and in studio host of “Live At The Masters”) shares the latest from Augusta National.
Guest: Chris Solari (Detroit Free Press) reports in from San Antonio to recap the Michigan/Villanova national championship. Topic: money in college athletics and where it goes.
Topics: Villanova claims another college basketball national championship, shot selection, Is Jay Wright the best coach in Big Five history and this day in sports history. Guest: NFL Wire Network Editor Neal Coolong joins Steve to talk about the Steelers, Le’Veon Bell and more.
Topics: college basketball, Tony Carr plus other Big Ten players that are gonna go pro.
Tony Carr is leaving Penn State, hiring an agent and will enter the 2018 NBA Draft. We discuss that and more hoops with Dick Jerardi (Penn State Sports Network Basketball Analyst).
Guests: David Jones (Penn State football and basketball writer, PennLive.com) recaps the Nittany Lions’ run to an NIT crown and previews the NCAA National Semifinals in San Antonio! David is in the class of 2018 that will be inducted, at this year’s Final Four, into the United States Basketball Writers Association Hall of Fame! Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother, Kevin Jones!
Guest: Sports broadcaster Lisa Byington (BTN) shares her NCAA Tournament courtside experience with CBS/Turner Sports while covering the incredible Final Four run of Loyola-Chicago!
Penn State destroys Mississippi State and advances to the NIT Championship Game! Nittany Lions Writer Andrew Callahan (Lions 247) and Steve recap Tuesday night’s semifinal plus give a look ahead to Utah in the NIT final.
Steve hosts another show from Manhattan leading up to the NIT semifinal game between Penn State and Mississippi State. Guests: Penn State football writer Frank Bodani (York Daily-Record) takes us into last week’s Nittany Lions’ pro day. Then, Penn State basketball radio network analyst Dick Jerardi joins Steve to break down the PSU/MSU matchup in Madison Square Garden.
Guest: Matt Leon (KYW Newsradio 1060 Philadelphia) discusses Villanova advancing to the March Madness Final Four and the Phillies as they wrap up Spring Training. Topics: Steelers and Tim Tebow.
Steve is in New York City for Penn State basketball’s NIT semifinal showdown against Mississippi State. Topics: Phillies, Elite 8 Michigan/Florida State, Dana Jacobson, this day in sports history and possible early entries into the 2018 NBA Draft.
Guest: Penn State basketball radio network analyst Dick Jerardi joins Steve to break down Mississippi State, the Nittany Lions’ next opponent Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden in the NIT semifinals. Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Topics: New Philadelphia Eagle Michael Bennett facing a legal situation, March Madness Sweet 16, Loyola (Chicago) advances to Elite 8, will Purdue’s Isaac Haas return to the tournament and this day in sports history. Guest: Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey play-by-play announcer Brian Tripp gives a preview of the Nittany Lions’ matchup in Allentown against defending national champion Denver.
Guests: WKOK Sports basketball analyst Dave Ritchie talks about the Northumberland County High School All-Star games on Sunday in Shikellamy’s Phil Lockuff gym. Then, Penn State football writer Frank Bodani (York Daily-Record) gives us a look into the Nittany Lions’ pro day.
Topics: Giants trade JPP, Dan Hurley leaves Rhode Island for UConn, Jake Arietta’s first pitching effort for the Phillies, Penn State Spring football update and is the idea of a “two-and-none rule” in college hoops a good one?
Guest: Ben Jones (Penn State Sports Writer, StateCollege.com) recaps Penn State football pro day and the big basketball NIT quarterfinal victory at Marquette.
Topics: Penn State hoops are going back to the NIT Final Four, Notre Dame’s Bonzie Colson re-injured his left foot last weekend versus Penn State and this day in sports history. Guest: Jason Rollison (PiratesBreakdown.com) gives a report on how Pittsburgh’s spring training has been going.
Guests: NFL Wire Network Editor Neal Coolong and Steve discuss the newest Pittsburgh Steelers signings plus NFL rules that will be updated, including “what is a catch”, then we wrap up the show by recapping the magical weekend Penn State wrestling experienced in Cleveland with play-by-play announcer Jeff Byers.
Steve is in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for the NIT quarterfinals between Penn State and Marquette with the winner going to Madison Square Garden. Topics: Penn State football pro day and a new spring football league, the Alliance of American Football, will debut in 2019, following Super Bowl 53.
Guests: Phil Savage (Senior Bowl Executive Director/Alabama Football Radio Network Color Analyst) looks back at the all-star game in Mobile plus dials in on select players as their Pro Days get closer. Then, we wrap up the show with pro football free agency talk from Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Network Editor).
Topics: Nittany Lions men’s basketball advances to the NIT quarterfinals at Marquette plus Penn State wrestling enjoys another magical weekend and claims their 7th national championship in the last 8 years! Guests: Jessica Marksbury (Golf.com Multimedia Editor) and Kim Jones (NFL Network).
Topics: More from Steve from South Bend, Indiana, and the NIT and NCAA Tournament. Guest: Steve’s brother, Kevin, on the the start of the tournament.
Topics: Steve is live from West Bend, Indiana, home of Penn State’s NIT game this weekend with Notre Dame. He talks about the Nittany Lions as well as the NCAA Basketball and Wrestling Tournaments.
Topics: NCAA Wrestling Tournament and more on NCAA Basketball. Guest: Jeff Byers, Play-by-Play Announcer for Penn State Wrestling.
Hour 2 – Topics: More Penn State men’s basketball and other March Madness talk, NFL Free Agency recap. Guests: Patrick Chambers, Penn State Men’s Basketball Head Coach.
Wednesday 3/14/18 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State-Temple NIT preview and other March Madness talk, NFL Free Agency. Guests: Matt Leon, KYW Radio.
Steve and Shawn continue to track the latest NFL Free Agency headlines as well as Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Network Editor).
Topics: Latest moves in NFL free agency, legendary Penn State linebacker Paul Posluszny retires from football and with the Nittany Lions in the NIT tournament, Steve break down the new rules to watch.
Guest: MLB Writer Bob Nightengale (USA Today) broke the Jake Arrieta move to Philadelphia and gives us full details on the deal, what it’ll do for the team plus how it could impact and stack up in the NL East. Steve and Bob also discuss the increased usage of analytics by coaches and management, Ichiro returning to Seattle and what to focus on as Spring Training continues.
Topics: Arrieta signs with Phillies, who will sign Kirk Cousins, Bucknell gets Sparty in Detroit Friday night and what the tournament committee got wrong on Selection Sunday.
Guests: Kim Jones (NFL Network reporter) recaps the Scouting Combine, how the former Penn State stars did and shares impressions the quarterbacks left on the coaches. Then we wrap up the week as Steve’s brother, Kevin Jones checks in.
Topics: Eagles make another trade, Richard Sherman, has Alabama locked up a March Madness automatic bid, other teams on the bubble and Tiger Woods. Guest: Phil Savage (Senior Bowl Executive Director/Alabama Football Radio Network Color Analyst) looks back at the recent big, college football all-star game in Mobile.
Guest: Nathan Davis (Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach) checks in less than 24 hours after the Bison won their second consecutive Patriot League tournament championship and received the automatic bid into the NCAA Tournament!
Topics: Bucknell basketball claims their 2nd straight Patriot League tournament championship, Pitt fires head basketball coach Kevin Stallings after going winless in the ACC, money in sports and collegiate athletics.
We focus on pro football this hour with analyst Charles Davis (NFL Network/FOX Sports) to recap the Scouting Combine and checking in from Pittsburgh is Joe Rutter (Steelers Beat Writer, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review) to shed light on the on-going, Le’Veon Bell new contract situation.
Topics: In the NFL, Michael Bennett traded from Seattle to Philadelphia, Penn State athletics release their annual numbers, and legendary North Carolina basketball/football announcer Woody Durham passes away. Guest: Shon Morris (BTN college basketball analyst) puts a bow on last week’s Big Ten Conference Tournament in Madison Square Garden and chats about Penn State’s post-season prospects.
Topic: college basketball and the NBA’s “one and done” rule. Guest: CBS Sports College Basketball Bracketologist Jerry Palm looks at the possible top seeds as well as the teams that have a shot to creep in and teams that don’t.
Topics: Steelers’ Le’Veon Bell gets franchise tagged for the 2nd straight year, ACC tournament underway plus this day in sports history. Guest: NFL Wire Network Editor Neal Coolong breaks down the Penn State stars at the Scouting Combine plus what will Cleveland do with their overall number 1 and 4 picks in the April draft?
Guest: Gerry Dulac (Steelers/Golf writer, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) has the latest on the Le’Veon Bell contract situation, looks back at the NFL Scouting Combine and Phil Mickelson winning in Mexico as The Masters approaches. Then, we wrap up the show as Steve talks college hoops and the Eagles with Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW Philadelphia sports anchor/reporter).
Topics: Penn State wrestling earns 3 individual titles at the Big Ten championships, Bucknell blasts Boston University in the Patriot League semifinal Sunday plus a funny thing happened to Steve and the PSU basketball team on the way to Madison Square Garden last Friday night. Guest: Brian Tripp (Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey play-by-play announcer) recaps the big, 4-game weekend sweep over Minnesota at Pegula to increase the Nittany Lions chances of getting in the NCAA’s.
Guests: Brian Tripp (Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey play-by-play announcer), Amy Dash (CBS Sports Legal Analyst and Host of the Straight Aim Podcast) and Dana O’Neil (College Basketball Senior Writer, The Athletic).
Steve continues coverage in New York at the Big Ten men’s basketball tournament. Topics: Sean Miller returned to coach on Arizona bench, Saquon Barkley hits the field at the NFL Scouting Combine and Rutgers is still alive in the B1G tourney. Plus, Steve’s brother Kevin Jones checks in for his weekly visit.
Guests: Jeff Byers (Penn State wrestling play-by-play announcer) previews the Big Ten championships in East Lansing plus Nittany Lions basketball writer Andrew Callahan (Lions 24/7) and Steve break down the PSU/NW tournament matchup in Madison Square Garden.
Steve is in New York for the Big Ten Conference basketball tournament as Penn State takes on Northwestern in Madison Square Garden. Topics: Longtime Penn State football writer Ronnie Christ passes away at 82 and select college basketball tv analysts say players should boycott the NCAA tournament. Guest: Joe Lunardi (ESPN College Basketball Bracketology) brings the latest information from the bracket bunker.
Guests: In his weekly appearance, Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Network Editor) looks ahead to the Scouting Combine plus Penn State writer Ben Jones (StateCollege.com) previews the Big Ten basketball tournament in New York. Also, draft analyst Mike Mayock (NFL Network) held a Scouting Combine conference call this week and we replay his comments on the Penn State players looking to make a splash at the next level.
Topics: Big Ten basketball tournament, NIT announces new changes to rules, NBA Commish warns tanking teams will be punished, and low Winter Olympics TV ratings.
Guest: CBS Sports Legal Analyst Amy Dash discusses the latest on the NCAA college basketball – FBI probe.
Topics: This week, the Big Ten tournament is in New York City, but being played a week earlier than normal, will that bring rest or rust to the teams that qualify for the NCAA and NIT tournaments; MLBPA files a grievance and LeBron James calls the NCAA “corrupt.”
Guest: Matt Leon (Sports Writer, Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) checks in to discuss college hoops and the Phillies’ opening days of Spring Training.
Topics: Bucknell’s Zach Thomas named Patriot League Player of the Year, Penn State hoops wrapped up their regular season with a loss at Nebraska, the NCAA hoops FBI probe and Steve shares a wonderful story on what sports is all about. Guest: Brian Tripp (Penn State’s men’s hockey play-by-play announcer).
Guests: Dave Revsine (BTN) addresses his health scare from earlier this year, shares his perspective on the FBI probe involving Michigan State and looks ahead to next week’s conference tournament. Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topic of the day: Names have been revealed and uncovered in the major college basketball FBI probe. Guest: Michigan State beat writer Chris Solari (Detroit Free Press) breaks down the Spartans involvement in the FBI investigation.
Guest: Dana O’Neil (College Basketball Senior Writer, The Athletic) chats about Louisville, Michigan State and the Big Ten taking their conference tournament to New York City for the first time. Topics: Penn State hoops tough loss on Senior Night, Lake Placid Miracle on Ice 38th anniversary, Pirates pick up an all star, Winter Olympics medal update and Penn State football announces new information on the 2018 Blue/White game.
Topics: Pittsburgh Pirates, Tiger Woods, Winter Olympics plus thoughts on the current state of sports reporting and broadcasting.
Topics: college athletics revenue, B1G Conference Men’s Basketball Tournament to debut in New York’s Madison Square Garden, Winter Olympics, Manchester City eliminated from FA Cup and Penn State hoops prepares to take on another high quality conference opponent.
Topics: Louisville to vacate 2013 men’s basketball title as the NCAA upholds penalties and payback multiple years worth of tournament money, Winter Olympics.
Steve talks about his love of Cross Country skiing, and other Winter Olympic topics. Steve catches up on Philadelphia sports with Matt Leon in the bottom half of the hour.
Topics – Steve reviews Penn State’s narrow loss to Purdue and looks ahead to a pivotal math-up against Michigan on Wednesday night. Steve also talks Pirates baseball with Rob Biertempfel, Pirates beat writer for The Athletic in Pittsburgh.
Guest: Hall of Fame College Basketball Writer Dick Weiss (Blue Star Media) makes his first appearance on the show to discuss Penn State’s dominating performance over Ohio State and looks at the rest of the Big Ten Conference as the regular season winds down. Then, we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones and some weekend basketball selections.
Topic: Penn State sweeps Ohio State with ease Thursday night. Guest: Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nathan Davis checks in from on the road to Holy Cross, where the Bison play on Saturday.
Guests: Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Network Editor) and Matt Leon (KYW Newsradio 1060, Philadelphia).
We discuss the latest from the Winter Olympics and more USA gold, plus the OSU/PSU hoops rematch tonight in the BJC. Also, we replay Steve’s conversation from earlier this week with Mike DeCourcy (Sporting News, Big Ten Network).
Guests: Andrew Callahan (Lions 24/7) gives a preview of the rematch in the BJC Thursday night between the Nittany Lions and Ohio State. And, we wrap up the show as original show producer Kevin “The Suit” Herr drops by to discuss the hot topics from the PyeongChang Winter Olympics.
Topics: Ramp up to Ohio State/Penn State hoops rematch in the BJC, breakdown on what factors determine which channels and networks televise specific Big Ten Conference basketball games, this day in sports history and Winter Olympics.
Guest: U.S. Basketball Writers Association Hall of Fame Writer Mike DeCourcy (Sporting News, Big Ten Network) joins Steve to scan the Big Ten Conference and previews the Ohio State/Penn State rematch this Thursday night in the Bryce Jordan Center.
Guest: Bucknell Basketball play-by-play announcer Doug Birdsong recaps the epic finish to Monday night’s match-up in Sojka Pavilion between the Bison and Colgate.
Topics: Olympics, Purdue/Michigan State hoops, Penn State wrestling, plus Steve shares the story about Kim Hyon-Hui and the terrorist attack that failed to derail the 1988 Seoul Olympics.
Topics: Close to 16,000 wrestling fans, including our friend of the show Bob Buehner, saw the Nittany Lions trounce Iowa in the Bryce Jordan Center and set an indoor attendance record! Plus, Penn State basketball kept it rolling on the road against Illinois as they head toward a big rematch with Ohio State Thursday night in the BJC. Penn State football has completed its 2020 schedule.
Steve shares a wonderful Olympic story that may not get the national headlines and attention it deserves. Then, we wrap up the week as Steve’s brother, Kevin Jones, checks in as the guys discuss the newest reality tv show and dial in on the top college basketball games this weekend.
Topics: Winter Olympics, college basketball players and the process they go through whether to stay in school or go pro…and it has more twists and turns than you think.
Guests: Penn State Wrestling play-by-play announcer Jeff Byers shares his experience last Saturday night in Rec Hall as the Nittany Lions mounted that wonderful comeback against Ohio State and what he expects in the BJC this Saturday night versus Iowa. Then, we wrap up the show with another visit from Tony Knopp (CEO, InviteManager) to tackle the latest in sports business, including the Olympics, FOX winning the NFL Thursday night TV package, the global impact of the NBA and the possibility of expanding sports betting in the USA, outside of Nevada.
Topic: Penn State hoops win 4 of their last 5, including Wednesday night over Maryland. Guest: In his weekly spot, Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nathan Davis looks ahead to the “orange out” in Sojka Pavilion on Monday night against Colgate.
Guests: Philadelphia football writer Ed Kracz (www.TheEaglesWire.com) recaps the Super Bowl 52 championship and looks ahead to the epic parade. Then, we wrap up the show as Ryan Snyder (BlueWhiteIllustrated, https://bwi.rivals.com/) doesn’t waste any time moving forward to 2019 and 2020 Nittany Lions’ recruiting plus shares another big, power 5 school that’s also killing it on Signing Day.
Penn State had a very successful National Letters of Intent Day. Nittany Lions writer Andrew Callahan (Lions 24/7) hits a few highlights plus gives us a preview of tonight’s Penn State/Maryland basketball matchup in the BJC.
Guest: Philadelphia Eagles Radio Network play-by-play announcer Merrill Reese joins Steve to break down Super Bowl 52 and looks back at how the team finally brought a championship to it’s fans and the city for the first time since 1960.
Guest: In his weekly appearance, Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Network Editor) looks back at Philadelphia’s win at Super Bowl 52, ponders the future direction of the NFL and answers if the Pittsburgh Steelers window closing to grab another Lombardi trophy is closing or not.
Friend of the show, Bob Buehner, and Steve, look back at the dramatic, epic dual meet in Rec Hall between Ohio State and Penn State.
Topics: Eagles win Super Bowl 52 and Penn State wrestling with an amazing come from behind win at Rec Hall over Ohio State. Guest: Sports reporter Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) recaps the Eagles’ 1st NFL crown since 1960.
Steve’s brother Kevin Jones checks in as the guys dish out their Super Bowl 52 picks and we wrap up the week with legendary Green Bay Packers offensive lineman Jerry Kramer. Jerry relives his time playing for Vince Lombardi, the experience of stepping onto the turf at historic Lambeau Field and gives us a glimpse into the Ice Bowl you may have never heard before. His appearance is on behalf of www.cologuardtest.com
Guest: Jeff Byers (Penn State Sports Network Wrestling Play-By-Play Announcer) sets the table for the tremendous dual meet on Saturday night in Rec Hall between the Nittany Lions and Ohio State.
Guests: Scott Miller (National MLB Columnist, Bleacher Report) makes his first appearance on our show to discuss the reason why there’s been such a slow pace to free agency here in the off-season, teams that use cybermetrics to their benefit, plus his take on the Pirates and Phillies. We wrap up the show with Dennis Dodd (National College Football Writer, CBS Sports) as he talks about the new, modified details to player transfers that kick in later this year as well as the current situation at Michigan State.
Topic: Steelers’ Ryan Shazier released from the hospital. Guest: Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nathan Davis recaps the come-from-behind overtime win over Army that gave him his 200th career coaching victory plus a rematch with Lafayette on Saturday, part of Dirk Sojka Slam Dunk night in Sojka Pavilion.
Guest: Joe Marino (NFL Draft Analyst, Fan Rag Sports) breaks down the 2018 quarterback class and value players that may move up and make a difference for teams in need. And, we wrap up the show with a replay of Monday’s interview with Chris Solari (Michigan State football and men’s basketball writer, Detroit Free Press).
Steve is in East Lansing, Michigan today for Penn State Basketball as they take on the Spartans. Topics: Michigan State names a new Interim President, Chiefs QB Alex Smith traded to Washington and FOX Sports takes over Thursday Night Football for the next 5 seasons. Guest: Penn State basketball writer Andrew Callahan (Lions 24/7) previews tonight’s matchup between Michigan State and the Nittany Lions.
Guest: USA Today NFL Senior Editor Neal Coolong makes his weekly appearance to give his early thoughts on the Draft, break down Super Bowl 52 plus shares who should be part of the Pro Football Hall of Fame 2018 Class.
Topics: Penn State wrestling’s Cael Sanderson speaks about the Jason Nolf injury and changes are on the horizon to the NCAA’s transfer rules…the questions that remain are…when do they kick in and what they will be.
Guest: Matt Leon (Sports Reporter, Newsradio 1060 KYW, Philadelphia) shares his perspective on the Eagles as they continue preparations for Super Bowl 52.
Guest: Chris Solari (Michigan State Football/Men’s Basketball Reporter, Detroit Free Press) takes us into East Lansing and the investigation of the football and basketball programs stemming from the huge ESPN report released late last week in the aftermath of the Larry Nassar trial.
We wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones and Nora Princiotti (New England Patriots Writer, Boston Globe).
Topic: Penn State hoops on the road upsets #13 Ohio State. Guest: Pittsburgh Penguins Hockey Analyst Bob Grove looks back at the last stretch of games and how the Pens have improved heading into the all star break.
Guests: Eagles Writer Ed Kracz (The Eagles Wire, USA Today), before leaving for Minneapolis, checks in on what he’s seen so far from Philadelphia in the post season and discusses the coaching job Doug Pederson has done. Then, we wrap up the show with Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nathan Davis as his team sunk Navy in Maryland Wednesday night and heads to Boston University this Sunday in a matchup featuring the top 2 teams in the Patriot League.
Steve is in Columbus, Ohio for Penn State basketball’s matchup with Ohio State. Topics: Larry Nassar, Michigan State, Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2018. Guest: Greg Bishop (Senior Writer, Sports Illustrated/TheMMQB.com) shares his perspective of the New England Patriots as they prepare for Super Bowl 52.
Hour 1 – Topics: Larry Nassar sentencing, NBA and sports betting, Penn State basketball recap vs. Northwestern. Guests: Andrew Callahan, 24/7 Sports.
Guest: USA Today NFL Senior Editor Neal Coolong makes his weekly appearance and shares his new article on regular season penalty numbers for all 32 teams plus looks back on the conference championship games.
Guest: Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) recaps the NFC Championship Game at the Linc as Philadelphia advances to Super Bowl 52 and shares how the Eagles can claim their first NFL crown since 1960. Topics: Ohio State basketball a surprise early on at the top of the Big Ten conference standings and Mike Vrabel becomes the new head coach of the Tennessee Titans.
Topics: Nick Foles outstanding performance in the NFC Championship game and the elements that Bill Belichick brings to the table as a head coach.
Topic: The possible future of college football and basketball transfers. Then, we wrap up the week as Steve’s brother Kevin Jones checks in with his NFL Conference Championship picks.
Steve is in Chicago for Penn State Basketball. Topics: PSU Wide Receivers Coach Josh Gattis will join Nick Saban at Alabama as a Co-Offensive Coordinator, Le’Veon Bell was a late arrival at final walk-thru before the Jacksonville game, how severe is Tom Brady’s hand injury leading up to the AFC Championship Game and Steve takes a look at a possible update of the redshirt rule in college football.
Topics: college redshirts and transfers. Guest: Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nathan Davis makes his weekly appearance as the Bison are coming off two, big conference wins on the road, in 48 hours, at Colgate, then at Loyola (Md) and looks to remain on top of the Patriot League Saturday at Sojka Pavilion against Holy Cross.
Topics: Le’Veon Bell plus a look at new college rules on redshirts and transfers that may go into effect later this year plus the possible consequences.
Guest: Philadelphia Eagles Insider Dave Spadaro (PhiladelphiaEagles.com) looks back on the key players in the divisional win over Atlanta and what can be expected Sunday in the NFC title tilt against Minnesota.
Topics: Todd Haley out as Steelers Offensive Coordinator, Le’Veon Bell’s running style. Guest: Andrew Callahan (Penn State basketball writer, Lions 24/7) makes his weekly appearance and shares what he has seen breaking down tape, pros and cons from recent games as well as a preview of Saturday’s game at Northwestern.
Guest: NFL Senior Writer Neal Coolong (USA Today) wraps up the AFC Divisional matchup between the Steelers and Jaguars.
Topics: Leonard Fournette in car accident, Steelers out, Jacksonville in, NFL QB’s still in and a recap of the Penn State/Minnesota hoops matchup in the BJC.
Hour 2 – More NFL playoff analysis plus Pittsburgh Pirates Hot Stove discussion. Guests: Chris Mack – Pirates Radio Network, Matt Leon – Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia.
Jon Crispin – Fox, BTN, talking about college basketball. Steve’s brother Kevin jumps on to pick the NFL playoff games.
Chris Mack – Pirates Radio Network, talking Hot Stove Baseball. Matt Fortuna – National College Football Writer for The Athletic talking about the state of College Football.
Guest: Reuben Frank (NBC Sports Philadelphia) on the Eagles and shares the keys to victory over the Atlanta Falcons.
Guests: Andrew Callahan (Penn State football and basketball writer, Lions 24/7) shares what he learned from his offensive line film study from the Fiesta Bowl plus what he expects to see from the cagers as Nebraska and Minnesota are next in the Jordan Center. Then, we wrap up the show with Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nathan Davis as the Bison left Lafayette Monday night with an overtime win and looks ahead to the rivalry game with Lehigh Thursday night at Sojka Pavilion.
Topics: NFL, Baker Mayfield, Penn State/Indiana hoops recap, Gerrit Cole and Ryan Shazier. Guest: USA Today NFL Senior Writer Neal Coolong looks ahead to the Steelers rematch with Jacksonville this Sunday at Heinz Field.
Guest: Brad Edwards (ESPN Radio College GameDay Co-Host) recaps the College Football Playoff National Championship Game. Topic: Jon Gruden returns to coach the Oakland Raiders.
Steve is in Bloomington, Indiana for Penn State Basketball. Topics: Alabama claims another national championship and Penn State finished 8th in both football polls. Guest: Steelers Beat Writer Ray Fittipaldo (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) has the latest information on Antonio Brown’s availability and the team’s preparation for Jacksonville.
Guest: Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) and Steve recap the NFL wild card weekend plus a preview of Saturday’s divisional playoff matchup between the Eagles and Falcons. Topics: Alabama/Georgia title game, Alvin Kamara and Kerry Collins.
Topics: Former Penn State QB Kerry Collins to be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame and is there a hotbed that cranks out college quarterbacks? Guest: Dieter Kurtenbach (Columnist, San Jose Mercury News and Host of the Daily Dieter Podcast) discusses Oakland’s hiring of Jon Gruden and the future landscape of the NFL in the Bay Area.
Guest: Mike Conti (Atlanta Falcons Radio Network pre-game and post-game host, 92.9 The Game, Atlanta) previews the Falcons/LA Rams wild card game and we wrap up the week with our NFL playoff picks.
Topics: Jon Gruden is leaving the booth to coach again and PSU basketball has a big matchup on the way against Northwestern. Guest: Penn State football writer Frank Bodani (York Daily-Record), along with Steve, discuss the impressive play of Trace McSorley, offensive line and at the Fiesta Bowl plus which players should step up in 2018.
Guests: National College Football Writer Bill Bender (Sporting News) provides a great preview of Monday night’s national championship game in Atlanta between Alabama and Georgia. And in the final half hour, learn how Ken Pomeroy (KenPom.com) accumulates a rich knowledge of college basketball ratings, stats, numbers and advanced analysis.
Guest: Penn State Football Beat Writer Rich Scarcella (Reading Eagle) recaps the Fiesta Bowl, where the Nittany Lions go from here and he predicts Monday night’s college football championship game.
Guest: Penn State writer Andrew Callahan (Lions 247) looks back on the Fiesta Bowl victory over the Huskies and the basketball team’s loss at Maryland and how vital a win can be Friday night against Northwestern in the BJC. Steve also reflects on the life of Penn State’s Jim Tarman.
Topics: Saquon Barkley joins Jay-Z’s sports agent company, NFL TV ratings, and Penn State hoops with a tough road loss at Maryland. Guest: Penn State football writer Donnie Collins (Scranton Times-Tribune) puts a cap on the 2017 season, shares the important role Trace McSorley has moving forward plus reaction on the firing of Arizona head coach Rich Rodriguez and Monday night’s title tilt between Alabama and Georgia.
Our play-by-play call of the day originates from the Rose Bowl as Georgia advanced to the National Championship game, Neal Coolong (NFL Senior Writer, USA Today) recaps the Steelers regular season finale plus previews the upcoming wild card weekend, and we cap off our first show of the new year with a look ahead to Penn State football in 2018.
Steve is in College Park, Maryland for Penn State basketball. Topics: Fiesta Bowl recap, Saquon Barkley going pro and a reflection on the late Jim Tarman, former Penn State Athletic Director and founding forefather of the Penn State Sports Network. Guest: Nittany Lions football writer Ben Jones (StateCollege.com) shares his thoughts on the big Fiesta Bowl win over Washington.
Steve’s guests from the Fiesta Bowl this hour are Washington Radio Network play-by-play announcer Bob Rondeau, who will call his final Huskies football game after 37 years at the microphone. Then, we wrap up our pre-game coverage with Steve’s radio broadcast partner, NFL legend Jack Ham, as they recap Penn State’s regular season and set the table for the Fiesta Bowl!
We continue our Fiesta Bowl pre-game coverage as Steve talks with former Penn State wide receiver and current radio network sideline analyst Derrick Williams as well as former Washington Huskies quarterback and booth analyst Damon Huard.
It’s a Fiesta Bowl Roundtable for the entire hour with Steve’s co-hosts from the weekly Blue/White Tailgate TV show. Todd Sadowski (Sports Director, FOX43 TV/York) and former PSU linebacker Trey Bauer, who played in the Fiesta Bowl 30 years ago on the Nittany Lions’ National Championship team, discuss the Penn State/Washington match-up.
Steve is in Arizona for the Fiesta Bowl! Our guests this hour are Penn State Football Historian Lou Prato, with great information on the history between the Nittany Lions and Washington, plus Penn State Basketball Radio Analyst Dick Jerardi joins Steve as the team rolls full steam into the conference schedule next week.
Topics: Our play-by-play call of the day, college bowl games and a big key to the Fiesta Bowl for both teams. Then, before Steve heads to the Fiesta Bowl, his brother, Kevin Jones, checks in with a fresh batch of NFL picks.
Topics: Penn State continues Fiesta Bowl preparations, this day in sports history and SEC football.
Hour 2 – Neal Coolong joined the show to chat about the Steelers, the AFC playoff picture and expanded on the NFL’s micro managing of games through video replay. Steve and fill in producer Chris talked about College Bowls, and whether there are too many of them.
Hour 1 – Talked about the 50th anniversary of “The Ice Bowl” between the Packers and Cowboys. Steve got into the NFL constantly messing up great games with it’s micro managing and poor use of replay officiating.
Fiesta Bowl Chairman Frank Divers is in studio to discuss Penn State’s appearance in Glendale against Washington and we wrap up the week as Steve talks with Big Ten Conference Commissioner Jim Delany.
Joining Steve for the full hour are historian Lee Stout and engineering professor Dr. Harry West to discuss their book “Lair of the Lion,” on the history of Penn State’s Beaver Stadium.
Hour 2 – Topics: More on Penn State recruiting, Fiesta Bowl preview. Guests: Dave Pasch, ESPN, who will call the Fiesta Bowl; Steve’s brother, Kevin, for our weekly picks segment.
Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State recruiting reaction continues, and how the future recruiting schedule affects coaches, early thoughts on college football bowl games. Guests: Ryan Snyder, BlueWhiteIllustrated.com.
Hour 2 – Topics: More reaction to early signing day at Penn State. Guests: Andrew Callahan, 24/7 Sports; Greg Pickel, PennLive.com.
Hour 1 – Topics: Reaction to early signing day at Penn State, including James Franklin’s press conference. Guests: Nathan Davis, Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach.
Guest: Neal Coolong (NFL Senior Writer, USA Today) talks about the Pittsburgh Steelers and the hope of a bye week in the playoffs. He also talks about the Sunday game between the Patriots and the Steelers. Topics: Jerry Kill retires from Rutgers and tonight’s bowl game.
Topics: Early College Football Letter of Intent signing period and “This Day in Sports History.”
Topics: The importance of local radio is discussed as well as ESPN’s John Skipper resigning. A preview of Penn State’s bowl preparations, a college basketball update, and an earlier college football signing day.
Topics: The NFL and “the catch” or not from the Patriots/Steelers Game. Guest: Matt Leon (KYW, Philadelphia) gives his take on the Steelers and Eagles games from Sunday.
Kevin “The Suit” Herr returns to defend his title as the guys glide through all 40 college bowl games plus Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, wrap up the week with their pro football picks.
Topics: Phillies are busy making big hot stove moves, Arizona State football and this day in sports history. Guest: Joe Rutter (Steelers Beat Writer, Pittsburgh Trib-Review) gives his perspective on the NFL game of the year between New England and the Steelers.
Topics: Bill Belichick, Nick Saban and the art of the press conference. Guest: Bob Socci (New England Patriots Radio Network play-by-play announcer).
Topics: Disney strikes a deal with Fox, this day in sports history and Penn State women’s volleyball is one step away from another national championship appearance.
Guests: Andrew Callahan (24/7 Sports, Penn State football and men’s basketball beat writer) checks in with thoughts on the Fiesta Bowl matchup between Penn State and Washington as he breaks down the Huskies defense, plus his fresh take on Nittany Lions basketball. And we wrap up the show with Pittsburgh Penguins hockey analyst Bob Grove as the Pens make their first trip to Las Vegas.
Topics: company party, Fiesta Bowl logistics, wood stoves, Derek Jeter, Scott Boras and hockey in Las Vegas. Guest: Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nathan Davis makes his weekly appearance as the Bison are just 2 weeks away from beginning Patriot League play.
Guest: Neal Coolong (NFL Senior Writer, USA Today) breaks down what the Steelers will need to do to beat the Patriots this Sunday. Topics: NFL Network on-air talent suspensions, regular season college football TV ratings and ESPN makes a great business decision by purchasing more college bowl games.
Topics: NFL Network suspends 3 former players, Adam Vinatieri, Patriots vs Steelers and Dick Jerardi retires from the Philadelphia Inquirer. Guest: R.J. Anderson (MLB Insider, CBS Sports) calls in to talk hot stove with Steve including the blockbuster Giancarlo Stanton move to the Yankees plus they ponder where Manny Machado could go next as well as possible decisions the Red Sox and Pirates could make.
Guest: Ryan Snyder (Recruiting Analyst, Blue/White Illustrated) checks in to talk about Penn State football and a fresh update on recruiting, not just for the Nittany Lions Big Ten opponents, as next week’s early signing period from December 20th to 22nd rapidly approaches.
Topics: Philadelphia Eagles fans fear the worst as QB Carson Wentz tears his ACL, Penn State Women’s Volleyball advances to another Final Four plus we go back in time with this day in sports history. Guest: Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) recaps the Wentz injury, how Nick Foles looked as he was thrown into action as well as the defensive performance.
Guest: Big Ten Conference Commissioner Jim Delany. Then Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin finish the week with their football picks.
Topics: Southern Columbia wins their 8th high school football state championship and Penn State women’s volleyball advances to its 16th regional final.
Guests: ESPN/PAC-12 Network play-by-play announcer Roxy Bernstein breaks down the Washington Huskies as we are just getting started with our comprehensive Fiesta Bowl coverage. Then, we wrap up the show with Los Angeles Rams beat writer Rich Hammond (Orange County Register/Los Angeles Daily News) as he describes how the region is dealing with the wildfires as the team prepares to take on Philadelphia this Sunday in the Coliseum.
Topics: The latest information on Pittsburgh Steeler Ryan Shazier, Penn State’s Saquon Barkley wins the Big Ten Silver Football Award for the second consecutive year and we look back on this day in sports history. Guest: Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey play-by-play announcer Brian Tripp.
Guest: Andrew Callahan (24/7 Sports, Penn State football and men’s basketball beat writer) chimes in on the Heisman Trophy finalists, gives his early thoughts on the Fiesta Bowl matchup between Penn State and Washington, plus a take on Nittany Lions basketball. Topics: Bill Walton, Roger Goodell, Ryan Shazier, Derek Jeter, Giancarlo Stanton, Golden State Warriors, the California wild fires and Steve closes out the show by sharing the story about not being able to broadcast the Penn State/Washington Aloha Bowl in 1983.
Topics: Saquon Barkley wins the Paul Hornung Award for the most versatile player in college football and we run down the really cool college football bowl swag players will receive. Guest: Bucknell men’s basketball head coach Nathan Davis calls in from Lewisburg as his players head to their fall final exams with three games remaining before the Patriot League schedule begins.
Topics: pass interference, referees that call way too many penalties, Saquon Barkley not getting an invitation to the Heisman Trophy presentation and Penn State begins preparations for the Fiesta Bowl.
Sports talk show host Chris Mack (93.7 The Fan/Pittsburgh) calls in to talk about the Steelers/Bengals game, Ryan Shazier injury plus the Rob Gronkowski suspension.
Guests: Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) breaks down what went wrong for the Eagles in Seattle and the current NFC playoff situation. Then, we wrap up the show with Penn State sports writer Ben Jones (StateCollege.com) to look back on the big road basketball win at Iowa and what they’ll need to do tonight in the Jordan Center against Wisconsin.
Hour 1 – Penn State and Washington are in the Fiesta Bowl! Listen to a portion of the conference call with James Franklin and Chris Peterson. Steve recaps the college football playoff selections and Penn State basketball’s big win on the road at Iowa. Penn State wrestling comes from behind, in front of a record crowd of over 9600, to get a victory at Lehigh. Ricky Rahne gets the nod as the new Penn State football offensive coordinator.
Guest: Ryan Snyder (Recruiting Analyst, Blue/White Illustrated) checks in to talk about Penn State football and recruiting as we approach the early signing period from December 20th to 22nd. Then, we wrap up the week as Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin throw down their week 13 picks!
Steve is in Iowa for Penn State basketball. Topics: Jimbo Fisher leaving Florida State for Texas A&M and Tennessee AD fired. Guest: Kim Jones (NFL Network) joins Steve from the New York Giants facility in New Jersey to discuss Eli Manning, Ben McAdoo, John Mara, the New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles and what she’s looking forward to league-wise as the regular season winds down.
Guest: Andrew Callahan (Penn State Football Writer, 24/7 Sports) on Joe Moorhead heading to Mississippi State and much more.
Topic: How much longer will it take for Tennessee to hire a new football coach? Guest: Dan Wolken (National College Football Writer, USA Today) joins Steve to discuss the Moorhead move to Mississippi State, the up-in-the-air Tennessee coaching situation, Herm Edwards leaving ESPN to be the head coach at Arizona State, Jimbo Fisher and Scott Frost’s future plus the College Football Playoff.
Guests: Penn State football writer Donnie Collins (Scranton Times-Tribune) gives his perspective on the Joe Moorhead move to Mississippi State. Then, we wrap up the show with college football insider Brett McMurphy, who broke the Joe Moorhead story and takes us through the Bulldogs’ selection process plus gives more coaching information and possible matchups in the College Football Playoff.
Topic: Joe Moorhead leaves Penn State to become the new Head Coach at Mississippi State. Guest: Two-time Super Bowl Champion Andy Russell shares his experience last weekend in Pittsburgh when he joined the new Steelers Hall of Honor and why he chose to take the lead in a very important playground project being developed in Selinsgrove.
Guests: Neal Coolong (NFL Wire Senior Writer, USA Today) recaps the Packers/Steelers game, concerns with Pittsburgh’s secondary moving forward and quarterback play in the AFC North. Then, we tackle the business of sports with Tony Knopp (CEO, Spotlight Ticket Management) regarding the possible failure of the PyeongChang Winter Olympics and the next two soccer World Cups. Plus, Tony shares the very latest NFL ticket and corporate data and it is very eye opening!
Topics: Big Ten announces all-conference teams for defense and special teams, NFL player behavior, this day in sports history, Geno Smith to start Sunday at QB for the New York Giants that ends Eli Manning’s 210 game starting streak and Penn State Women’s Volleyball overall top seed as the post season begins.
Guest: Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nathan Davis checks in as the team looks to wrap up November with a 4-game winning streak. Topic: College football contract buyouts and which coaches will get new jobs faster.
Topics: Penn State/Maryland recap, college football playoff, Alabama, Ohio State, Michigan, rivalry games, Bo and Woody. Guest: Sports Writer Genaro C. Armas (Associated Press) checks in from Wisconsin to break down Badgers/Buckeyes in the Big Ten Championship Game and how have the Green Bay Packers have fared without Aaron Rodgers in the starting lineup.
In the first half hour, Steve and Neal Coolong (USA Today) discuss the Steelers, Carson Wentz, more pro football and which college quarterback has a chance to make a big impact in the 2018 NFL Draft. Then, we wrap up the show and head into the Thanksgiving holiday weekend as Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones look to cash in on their week 12 football picks.
Topics: Life on the team bus, a recap of Penn State’s performance in the Legends Classic. Guests: Eagle 107 high school football statistician Zach Showers provides a preview of the AAAA quarterfinal between Selinsgrove and Bethlehem Catholic. Then, to wrap up the hour, Greg Pickel (Penn State Football Writer, PennLive.com) shares his thoughts on the Nittany Lions as they head for the regular season finish line plus the latest information from the recruiting trail.
Joining Steve for the full hour are historian Lee Stout and engineering professor Dr. Harry West to discuss their book “Lair of the Lion,” on the history of Penn State’s Beaver Stadium.
Guests: Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia) recaps the Eagles’ impressive win in Dallas. Then, we wrap up the show with Ben Jones (Penn State Football Writer, StateCollege.com) as he looks back on the Nittany Lions win over Nebraska plus the regular season finale at Maryland.
Steve is in Brooklyn, NY at the Legends Classic. Topic: Nebraska/PSU recap. Guest: Joe Susan (Bucknell Football Head Coach) reflects on the 2017 season and has started to look ahead to 2018.
Topics: Our play-by-play call of the day and Penn State Football. Then, we wrap up the week as Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin dish out their week 11 football picks.
We kick off the show with Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) as he breaks down the Sunday night showdown between the Eagles and Cowboys. Then, joining Steve is Brad Edwards (ESPN College Football Insider) to discuss the college football playoff and possible conference championship matchups.
Hour 2 – Guest – Merrill Reese (Voice of the Philadelphia Eagles). Also more on the College Football Playoff Rankings, broadcaster stories, Syracuse fans and coaching vs talent.
Hour 1 – Bucknell almost upsets Tar Heels, College Football playoff committee…what are they thinking exactly? Guest – Zach Showers (Eagle 107, Selinsgrove Football Stat Guy).
Topics: SEC football in November and some of the soft match-ups on the Saturday slate, UCLA basketball players are suspended indefinitely plus we wrap up the show with breaking news on the Ezekiel Elliott suspension.
Guests: Hockey talk with Pittsburgh Penguins analyst Bob Grove and leading up to the Steelers’ Thursday night showdown against the Titans, Neal Coolong (NFL Writer, USA Today/The Steelers Wire) checks in.
Topic: Will a 2-loss team get into the College Football Playoff? Guest: National College Football Writer Bill Bender (Sporting News).
Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nathan Davis checks in as the team is in the middle of a 4-game road trip to start the season, including a visit Wednesday to defending national champion North Carolina.
We begin with a recap of the Penn State Homecoming win over Rutgers. Then, in the second half hour, Joe Susan (Bucknell Football Head Coach) talks about the Bison getting a shutout victory on Senior Day against Georgetown and their season finale at Fordham.
A top shelf college football discussion with Dennis Dodd (CBS Sports) then Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin dish out their week 10 football picks.
Our High School Football Playoff Roundtable spotlights the District 4-AAAA Championship game between Shikellamy and Selinsgrove. WKOK Braves play-by-play announcer Kevin Herr and Eagle 107 Seals statistician Zach Showers break down the intangibles of this huge matchup with a trip to states on the line.
Guests: Jerry Crasnick (MLB writer, ESPN.com) on the baseball life of Roy Halladay and we discuss Penn State football recruiting and more with Greg Pickel (Nittany Lions writer, PennLive.com).
Topic: high school playoff football. Guest: Todd Zolecki (Philadelphia Phillies beat writer, MLB.com) shares his reflections and great Roy Halladay stories.
Breaking news on the death of Cy Young Winner and former Philladelphia Phillies star pitcher Roy Halladay. Guest: Andrew Callahan (Lions 24/7) brings his perspective on how Penn State goes forward after the two-game losing streak.
Topics: Snow, Christmas decorations, PSU Basketball, and Selinsgrove/Shikellamy round 2. Guest: Neal Coolong (NFL Writer, USA Today/The Steelers Wire) and Steve discuss Pittsburgh’s quiet bye week as the team ramps up the second half of the regular season.
Guests: Bucknell Men’s Basketball Head Coach Nathan Davis checks in as their season gets rolling….and as the Eagles continue to fly high, Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW) reports from Philadelphia during their bye week.
We recap the Penn State/Michigan State game. Then, in the second half hour, Joe Susan (Bucknell Football Head Coach) talks about the Lehigh matchup and Senior Day this Saturday against Georgetown.
Guests: College Basketball Writers Hall of Famer Dick Jerardi (Philadelphia Daily News, Men’s Basketball Analyst/Penn State Sports Network) and Neal Coolong (NFL Writer, USA Today/The Steelers Wire).
Guests: MLB Writer Bob Nightengale (USA Today) and Chris Solari (Michigan State Football Writer, Detroit Free Press).
Guest: MLB Writer Bob Nightengale (USA Today), less than 24 hours after Houston claimed their first World Series championship, recaps those scintillating, seven games. Then, Steve, Shawn and Kevin Jones make their weekly football picks with the ultimate goal of avoiding the pit of misery.
Topics: Gabe Kapler is officially introduced as new Philadelphia Phillies Manager. Also, in the second half of the show, our week 11 High School Football Roundtable, featuring the Sunbury Broadcasting play-by-play announcers, breaking down key matchups as the playoffs begin.
Steve’s fantastic guests this hour are Chris Solari (Michigan State Football Writer, Detroit Free Press) and Hall of Fame Writer Dick Jerardi (Philadelphia Daily News, Men’s Basketball Analyst/Penn State Sports Network). In the first part of the hour, we learn how the Spartans have improved from last season plus, since Notre Dame made it into the first College Football Playoff Top 4, we ask Chris for his perspective on the Fighting Irish, a team Michigan State faced off with earlier in the season. Then, we wrap up the show with Steve’s basketball broadcasting partner as DJ reports from the Breeder’s...
Topics: Steve and Shawn survive Halloween, Bucknell football, this day in sports history and we share the story of a Massachusetts high school golfer who won a district championship but was denied of the title because she’s a girl.
Bucknell Bison Sports Network Play-By-Play Announcer Doug Birdsong, along with Steve, talk about the football team’s recent offensive struggles plus we get a men’s basketball preview. Then, Steve and Shawn share what they have planned for Halloween night, the best chocolate choices and if Houston can clinch the World Series in 6 games.
Topics: World Series Game 6, Eagles get Ajayi and the Patriots trade Jimmy Garoppolo. Guest: Neal Coolong (NFL Writer, USA Today/The Steelers Wire) and Steve discuss Pittsburgh’s prime time win at Detroit, breakout performance by rookie wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster and outstanding goal-line defense.
Guests: Penn State Football Writer Mark Wogenrich (Allentown Morning Call) joins Steve to recap the PSU/OSU showdown and we wrap up the show with Matt Leon (KYW Newsradio 1060/Philadelphia). Matt and Steve discuss the Eagles win over San Francisco plus the announcement of Gabe Kapler as new manager of the Phillies.
In the first half hour, we give you a complete Penn State/Ohio State recap. Then, in the second half hour, Joe Susan (Bucknell Football Head Coach) talks about the Colgate matchup and their Homecoming game this Saturday with Lehigh.
Guests: ESPN College Football Insider Phil Steele plus Altoona Mirror Managing Editor/Penn State Football Writer Neil Rudel. Neil and Steve discuss the incredible atmosphere and record crowd last Saturday night in Beaver Stadium, Saquon Barkley, a look ahead to Ohio State.
Guests: Paul Keels (Ohio State Radio Network Football Play-By-Play Announcer) and Bill Rabinowitz (Columbus Dispatch, Ohio State Football Writer).
Topics: World Series Game 2, Dave Roberts’ pitching decisions and Vin Scully. Also, Steve, Shawn and Kevin Jones make their weekly football picks.
Our week 10 High School Football Roundtable, featuring the Sunbury Broadcasting play-by-play announcers, break down key matchups as the regular season wraps up.
Guests: Paul Keels (Ohio State Radio Network Football Play-By-Play Announcer) and Bill Rabinowitz (Columbus Dispatch, Ohio State Football Writer).
Hour 2 – Topics: Eagles, Bucknell, Vin Scully. Guest: Neal Coolong (NFL Writer, USA Today/The Steelers Wire) and Steve discuss Pittsburgh’s win over the Bengals and the reason why Steelers wide receiver Martavis Bryant isn’t going anywhere.
Topics: Eagles, Steelers and Martavis Bryant. Guest: Altoona Mirror Managing Editor/Penn State Football Writer Neil Rudel joins Steve to discuss the incredible atmosphere and record crowd last Saturday night in Beaver Stadium, Saquon Barkley, a look ahead to Ohio State plus how fans may react if the Nittany Lions would make it back to the Rose Bowl for a second consecutive year.
Hour 1 – Topics: PENN STATE WINS!!! White out game analysis against Michigan. Guests: Ben Jones (StateCollege.com) talks PSU vs Mich. Joe Susan (Bucknell Football Head Coach) talks about Bucknell’s win this weekend, and their upcoming match-up against Colgate.
Hour 2 – Guests: Sean McDonough (ESPN, Play by Play, Monday Night Football) talks about Monday Night’s Eagles vs Redskins game. Matt Leon (Sports anchor/reporter KYW Newsradio in Philadelphia) checks in to discuss the Eagles’ Monday Night match-up with the Redskins.
Guest: Rece Davis (ESPN College GameDay Host). And we wrap up the week as Steve, Shawn and Kevin Jones make their football picks.
Our week 9 High School Football Roundtable, featuring the Sunbury Broadcasting play-by-play announcers, break down matchups as the regular season hits the home stretch.
We continue to dial in on the Saturday night “whiteout” in Beaver Stadium between Michigan and the Nittany Lions. This hour, Steve’s game day broadcast partners, football analyst Jack Ham and field reporter Derrick Williams, break down the matchup.
Guests: Penn State Football writer Rich Scarcella (Reading Eagle) and during Big Ten Basketball Media Day in New York City, Steve speaks with his broadcast partner from the Penn State Sports Network, hoops analyst Dick Jerardi.
We focus on the prime time showdown between the Nittany Lions and Michigan on Saturday night. Joining Steve this hour are Michigan Radio Network Analyst and Pro Football Hall of Famer Dan Dierdorf plus Wolverines Play-By-Play Announcer Jim Brandstatter.
Guests: Neal Coolong (NFL Writer, USA Today/The Steelers Wire) and Steve discuss the impressive Pittsburgh win at Kansas City. Then, in the final half hour, ESPN College GameDay Radio Host Doug Kezirian shares how the Las Vegas shootings touched him personally and the way he preps for seven hours of college football coverage each Saturday.
Topics: ALCS/NLCS Tuesday doubleheader and NFL. Guest: Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia) checks in as the Eagles enjoy a mini-bye between last Thursday’s win at Carolina and the Monday night matchup against Washington.
Guests: NFL Analyst Ross Tucker and college football writer George Schroeder (USA Today).
Topics: Countdown to Michigan underway, Louisville fires Pitino and Kaepernick sues NFL for collusion. Also, in his weekly appearance, Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan joins Steve to discuss their big win at Cornell and game prep for Lafayette.
Topic: Controlling your own destiny in sports. Guest: Penn State Football Writer Rich Scarcella (Reading Eagle).
Our week 8 High School Football Roundtable featuring the Sunbury Broadcasting play-by-play announcers, break down the Milton, Selinsgrove, Lewisburg, and Shikellamy matchups. Topics: Urban Meyer and breaking news on Ezekiel Elliott.
Topic: High school football nationwide participation rates. Guests: Neal Coolong (NFL Writer, USA Today/The Steelers Wire) and Steve discuss the ugly Pittsburgh loss to Jacksonville and the Steelers’ road trip to Kansas City. Also, in his weekly appearance, Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan joins Steve to discuss what the Bison did over the bye week and their next opponent, Cornell.
Topics: Nats/Cubs Game 4, an overdue story time with Steve, this day in sports history, Red Sox fire Farrell and despite Penn State’s bye this week, we don’t waste time and begin looking into Michigan on both sides of the ball.
Topics: Dodgers, Cubs, Red Sox, Yankees, Twitter, our sports bozo and Penn State football.
Steve answers your emails (send your email anytime to: stevejones@wkok.com). Guest: Neal Coolong (NFL Writer, USA Today/The Steelers Wire) and Steve discuss the ugly Pittsburgh loss to Jacksonville and attempt to figure out when the Steelers will no longer be underachievers.
Monday, October 9, 2017 Hour 2: Topics: More reaction to Penn State’s win, and our play-by-play calls of the day. We also revisit Steve’s interview with former University of Tennessee women’s basketball star Michelle Marciniak, honoring the life of former coach Pat Summitt. Dave Revsine of the Big Ten Network also joins the show.
Monday 10/9/17 Hour 1: Topics: Where Penn St. stands heading into its bye week, managing different in MLB playoffs, ESPN’s Jemele Hill suspended. Guest: Ben Jones, StateCollege.com.
Guests: Teddy Greenstein (Northwestern Football/Men’s Basketball Writer, Chicago Tribune) plus Dana O’Neil (Senior Writer for The Athletic’s national college basketball site, The Fieldhouse) and Steve discuss the state of college basketball during the current scandal.
Guests: Ben Jones (Penn State Football Writer, StateCollege.com) and Brad Nessler (SEC on CBS Play-by-Play Announcer).
Dana O’Neil (Senior Writer for The Athletic’s national college basketball site, The Fieldhouse) and Steve discuss the state of college basketball during this current scandal. Then, Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin, deliver their week 6 football picks.
Topics: Yankees, Patriots and Cam Newton. Then in the second half hour, our week 7 High School Football Roundtable featuring the Sunbury Broadcasting play-by-play announcers, breaking down the Selinsgrove, Milton, Lewisburg, and Shikellamy matchups.
Guest: Donnie Collins (Penn State Football Writer, Scranton Times-Tribune). Topics: MLB postseason, PSU football, Trace McSorley and the Clemson football team saves the life of a driver.
Topics: Crazy AL Wild Card Game, Denny Hamlin, Louisville, Rick Pitino. Guest: Drew Goodman (Colorado Rockies play-by-play announcer).
Guest: Brad Nessler (Lead play-by-play football announcer, SEC ON CBS). Topics: Penn State football and MLB wild card games.
Topics: Big Ten football and basketball announcers, hoops conference schedules and MLB wild-card games. Guest: Teddy Greenstein (Northwestern Football/Men’s Basketball Writer, Chicago Tribune).
Hour 2: Topic: Eagles win over the Chargers and what’s next, more reaction and analysis to Penn State’s 45-14 win over Indiana, other reaction from the NFL and college football. Guests: Matt Leon, KYW Radio; Ben Jones, StateCollege.com.
Monday 10/2/17 Hour 1: Topic: Penn St./Indiana highlights, background on DeSean Hamilton, addressing the Penn St. kicking situation. Guest: Bucknell football Head Coach Joe Susan.
Hour 2: Topics: Our picks segment with Steve’s brother Kevin, more on the College hoops scandal, Russell Westbrook contract.
Hour 1 – Penn State to honor Jack Hamm, Phillies/Mackanin, College hoops scandal. Guest: Lou Prato, Penn State author/journalist.
Guests: Brad “Spider” Caldwell returns to discuss the throwback jerseys Penn State will wear this Saturday in the “Generations of Greatness” Game against Indiana. And we wrap up the show with former Nittany Lions star and Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Paul Posluszny.
Topic: How soon will college basketball players get paid? Then in the second half hour, our week 6 High School Football Roundtable featuring the Sunbury Broadcasting play-by-play announcers, break down the Milton, Selinsgrove, Lewisburg, and Shikellamy matchups.
Topic: Louisville basketball’s Rick Pitino placed on unpaid leave. Guest: Penn State Football writer Rich Scarcella (Reading Eagle).
Guests: Neal Coolong (NFL Writer, USA Today/The Steelers Wire) and Steve discuss the tough Pittsburgh OT loss to the Bears and attempt to figure out when the Steelers’ offense will really be productive. And in the final half hour, Big Ten Network in-studio football host Dave Revsine shares his story on the exact day he knew Saquon Barkley was going to be a great college player.
Topic: A huge bribery scheme rocks the college basketball world. Guest: Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) recaps the Eagles’ big home win at the wire against the Giants. Steve and Matt discuss the game-winning Jake Elliott field goal and the poise of second-season QB Carson Wentz.
Guest: Bruce Feldman (FOX Sports/Sports Illustrated) on the Penn State/Iowa nailbiter, Florida Gators and Michigan.
We recap the Penn State/Iowa instant classic! Also, in his weekly appearance, Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan joins Steve to discuss the 34-31 thrilling victory over Sacred Heart and a look ahead to Bucknell’s first ever matchup against Monmouth.
Guest: Iowa Hawkeyes Football play-by-play announcer Gary Dolphin. Then, Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin offer up their week 4 football picks.
Guests: Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia) and Tony Knopp (CEO/Spotlight Ticket Management-Invite Manager).
Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin offer up their week 4 football picks. Guest: Tony Knopp (CEO/Spotlight Ticket Management-Invite Manager) on the business of sports and how Los Angeles is doing supporting two pro football teams.
Topics: Entertainment in sports and the death of Jake LaMotta. Our Week 4 High School Football Roundtable with the Sunbury Broadcasting play-by-play announcers breaking down the Selinsgrove, Milton, Lewisburg, and Shikellamy matchups.
An excellent pro football conversation with Neal Coolong (NFL Writer, USA Today/The Steelers Wire) and in the final half hour, Steve discusses the best quarterbacks in NFL history and how productive they really were.
Topics: NY Giants struggle, video reviews in football plus Steve previews Penn State/Iowa.
Guests: Steve talks with Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) about the Eagles road loss against the Chiefs and Ben Jones (Penn State Football Writer, StateCollege.com) on the Nittany Lions 56-0 shutout over Georgia State.
Topics: Georgia State/Penn State recap and Iowa’s football tradition. Guest: Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan as he checks in on his birthday! Joe and Steve discuss the 30-9 loss to William & Mary, what the Bison took away from the game that they can build on as they continue to work through the season and head back home to take on Sacred Heart.
Guest: Sheex Co-CEO Michelle Marciniak, former Tennessee basketball star, is taking part in “Pedal For Pat” from October 17 to 28, in memory of Pat Summitt. Pedal for Pat is a 1,098 mile bike ride to match all of Summitt’s career wins. You can donate to Pedal For Pat here: https://www.gofundme.com/MBMpedalforpat
Topics: Cleveland Indians and Bengals. Guest: Mike Conti (Atlanta Falcons Radio Network) joins Steve to discuss the Falcons first ever game in their new Mercedes-Benz Stadium Sunday night against Green Bay.
Guest: Georgia State Football Head Coach Shawn Elliott. Our play-by-play call of the day spotlights Rhys Hoskins, the sports bozo zones in on the Los Angeles Kings plus we ask who needs a win more in the Thursday night NFL game, Houston or the Bengals?
Topics: Cleveland Indians, Phillies and Rhys Hoskins. Our Week 3 High School Football Roundtable featuring the Sunbury Broadcasting play-by-play announcers break down the Milton, Lewisburg, Selinsgrove and Shikellamy matchups.
We replay Tom Hamilton’s final call in the Indians’ 5-3 win over Detroit, which gave Cleveland their 21st straight win, a new American League record. And in the final half hour, Steve speaks with ESPN play-by-play announcer Adam Amin as they discuss broadcast preparations, Alabama at the top of college football, the Steelers’ matchup Sunday against Minnesota and Cleveland’s historical MLB winning streak.
Topics: Phillies win in 15, Indians hit blackjack and make MLB history plus Steve shares one of the feel good stories from the Pitt/Penn State game you may not know about.
Topics: Minnesota Vikings, Sergio Dipp and Penn State Football releases their 2020-21 B1G schedules. Guest: Neal Coolong (NFL Writer, USA Today Sports/The Steelers Wire) talks with Steve about Pittsburgh’s lackluster win over Cleveland and what they’ll need to do for a successful Sunday against Minnesota.
Steve talks with Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia) about the Eagles big road win against the Redskins and Ben Jones (Penn State Football Writer, StateCollege.com) on the Nittany Lions 33-14 victory over Pitt.
Steve has a Pitt/Penn State wrap-up. Guest: Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan shares his 9/11 story and where he was on that tragic day. Joe and Steve discuss the 20-0 loss to Holy Cross and Bucknell’s first away game of the season at William & Mary.
Guest: Bill Contz, offensive lineman on Penn State’s 1982 National Championship team, discusses his new book “When The Lions Roared” and shares great stories about Joe Paterno (www.billkontzpsu.com). Plus, Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin wrap up the week and dive into week 2 of their football picks.
Guest: USA Today Sports Managing Editor David Meeks is in State College this weekend for the Pitt/Penn State game and brought along the crystal football, the Coaches Poll Trophy.
Our Week 2 High School Football Roundtable featuring the Sunbury Broadcasting play-by-play announcers break down the Selinsgrove, Milton, Lewisburg and Shikellamy matchups. Plus, Steve chats with Pitt Panthers Writer Jerry DiPaola (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review) on the team’s first visit to Beaver Stadium since 1999.
Topic: Penn State prepares for Pitt. Guest: Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan makes his weekly appearance to discuss last week’s victory over Marist and game 2 Saturday with Holy Cross.
Guests: Sports Business Writer Andrew Brandt (Sports Illustrated / TheMMQB.com) and Eagles Insider Dave Spadaro (PhiladelphiaEagles.com)
Topics: Phillies, Ezekiel Elliott and Hurricane Irma. Guest: Bill Hillgrove (Pitt Panthers and Steelers play-by-play announcer).
Topics: Penn State, college football rivalries, NFL, Tampa Bay/Miami not in Miami Sunday and Bell rejoins the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Topics: An Akron/Penn State wrap-up plus a first look at the Pittsburgh Panthers. Guest: NFL writer Neal Coolong (USA Today/The Steelers Wire).
Guests: Two that are part of Penn State Wrestling history! Joining Steve are Phil “Mr. Wonderful” Davis, former Bellator Light Heavyweight Champion and Ed Ruth. Both will square up in the Bryce Jordan Center on Friday November 3rd as part of Bellator 186. Also, Steve, Shawn Carey and Steve’s brother, Kevin Jones, kick off the college football season with their week 1 picks.
Topic: Ohio State/Indiana recap, length of MLB and CFB games. Guest: Penn State writer Audrey Snyder (DKPittsburghSports.com).
We preview Selinsgrove, Shikellamy, Lewisburg and Milton with our week 2 high school football roundtable. Topic: Penn State football.
Topics: Phillies, Steelers, Joe Haden, Texas flood and Ohio State/Indiana. Guest: NFL writer John McClain (Houston Chronicle).
Guests: Penn State Sports Network Football Analyst Jack Ham and Akron Football Head Coach Terry Bowden.
Topics: PSU Football, depth charts, Steelers announce the inaugural class of their Hall of Honor, Houston weather, college football kickoff weekend and this day in sports history. Guest: NFL writer Neal Coolong (USA Today/The Steelers Wire).
Guests: NFL on CBS Sideline Reporter Melanie Collins plus Alabama Football Analyst/Senior Bowl Executive Director Phil Savage.
Topics: college football, Mayweather/McGregor, Houston and LLWS. Guest: Bucknell Football Head Coach Joe Susan.
Guests: ESPN College Football Analyst Rod Gilmore and we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones!
Topics: high school football begins, Penn State football tickets, player strength and conditioning plus Michigan football.
Guests: Former Penn State and current Buffalo Bills linebacker Gerald Hodges and NFL writer Neal Coolong (USA Today / The Steelers Wire) recaps Pittsburgh’s preseason home opener against the Atlanta Falcons.
Topics: Phillies, Pirates, Billy Payne and our first high school football roundtable of the season as we preview Montoursville/Shikellamy, Hughesville/Lewisburg and Selinsgrove/Milton.
Guests: National College Football Writer Dennis Dodd (CBS Sports) and Big Ten Conference Commissioner Jim Delany.
Topics: Call of the day and sports bozo. Guests: Steve’s brother Kevin Jones and Todd Van Riper, author of the book “Cincinnati Red and Dodger Blue,” talks about an often forgotten baseball rivalry.
Topics: James Franklin contract extension, Phillies, Patriots, Derek Jeter and NFL preseason. Guest: ESPN MLB reporter Tim Kurkjian checks in from Williamsport at the Little League World Series and is preparing to cover the first ever MLB Little League Classic between the Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis Cardinals.
Topics: Boston Red Sox, MLB Little League Classic and Penn State releases the 2017-18 men’s basketball schedule.
Topics: Barcelona attacked, Phillies and countdown to high school football. Guest: State College Spikes (MiLB) play-by-play announcer Joe Putnam.
Topics: Phillies, Pirates and the NFL on CBS. Guest: NFL writer Neal Coolong (USA Today/The Steelers Wire). Steve and Neal discuss Josh Dobbs’ first time on the field as a pro QB in Pittsburgh’s 20-12 win over the Giants.
Topics: Not 1, but 2 play-by-play calls of the day, NFL pre-season, our sports bozo and the new Los Angeles Chargers.
Topics: Phillies, Frank Broyles and “this day in sports history.” Guest: Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia). Matt and Steve discuss the Eagles/Packers pre-season game and the Jordan Matthews trade.
Guests: Todd Van Riper, author of the book “Cincinnati Red and Dodger Blue” talks about an often forgotten baseball rivalry and Steve’s brother, Kevin, joins for his weekly appearance.
Topics: Penn State Football Pre-Season and Guest: Jessica Marksbury from Golf.com with a PGA update.
Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State Football, technical issues, MLB. Guests: Paul Hagen, MLB.com.
Hour 2 – Topics: Penn State Football, Eagles, Nick Suriano Guests: Ed Kracz, Eagles Beat Writer, Bucks County Courier Times.
Hour1 – Topics: Penn State Football, NCAA school vs football, MLB, Steelers. Guests: Neal Coolong, NFL editor for USA Today, Twitter @NealCoolong.
Hour 2 – Topics: Penn State Head Football coach James Franklin’s press conference from Saturday. Guests: RJ Anderson, MLB Writer, CBS Sports talking about Don Baylor and Darren Daulton’s passing, Sonny Grey and Corey Kluber showdown, Pete Rose ceremony being cancelled, DBacks stadium issue in Arizona.
Hour 1 – Topics: Jay Cutler, Darren Daulton and Don Baylor, Colin Kaepernick. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW in Philly talking about Darren Daulton
Guests: Big Ten Conference Commissoner Jim Delany and we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Topics: Pro Football Hall of Fame Weekend, Kurt Warner, great baseball trades, Penn State Football, Mets and Ryan Tannehill.
Guests: Phil Steele (College Football Preview) with an outstanding view of the upcoming 2017 season and Roxy Bernstein (Pac-12 Network).
Topics: Pittsburgh Pirates slump, Penn State at number 6 in the preseason Coaches Poll and this day in sports history. Guest: Mike Conti (Sports Radio 92.9 The Game/Atlanta).
We put college football in the spotlight this hour with Dave Hunziker (Oklahoma State football play-by-play announcer) and Dave Revsine (Big Ten Network).
Topics: Pete Rose, Tuesday night’s crazy Cleveland/Boston game and the death of Ara Parseghian. Guest: Steelers beat writer Ray Fittipaldo (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) checks in from training camp at St. Vincent College.
Topics: John Urschel NFL retirement, CTE, college football practice/preparation, soccer popularity in America and Los Angeles gets the Summer Olympics in 2028.
Topic: MLB trade deadline. Guests: Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia) covers the Phillies and football. Also, Kurt Badenhausen (Senior Editor, Forbes) and Steve discuss the world’s most valuable sports franchises plus the possible revenue the August 26th Mayweather/McGregor fight will generate.
We finish our “Best Of Week” with authors Jim Miller (“Those Guys Have All The Fun: Inside the World of ESPN”) and John U. Bacon, who wrote a book with ESPN’s John Saunders before his 2016 death. (“Playing Hurt: My Journey From Despair To Hope”).
Topics: Phillies, Pirates, Steelers and Pitt Panthers. Also, we wrap up our “Best Of Week” this hour with Former Penn State basketball star and newest member of the Washington Wizards, Tim Frazier plus baseball talk with ESPN’s Tim Kurkjian.
This hour in “Best Of Week” features “Keeper of the Cup” Philip Pritchard plus New York Times writer and author Richard Sandomir (“Pride of the Yankees”) gives us a behind the scenes look at how the 1942 movie and Gary Cooper accurately portrayed Lou Gehrig.
Topics: Former Penn State offensive lineman John Urschel retires from football and former Bucknell basketball great Mike Muscala resigns with the Atlanta Hawks. Also, our “Best Of Week” continues with Chuck Hixson (PhillyBaseballInsider.com) plus Phillies 2017 1st round draft pick and current Williamsport Crosscutter Adam Haseley.
We replay two of the best interviews in the history of our show…Steve’s conversations with Rick Neuheisel (College Football Analyst, CBS Sports) and author of “42 Faith: The Rest of the Jackie Robinson Story,” Ed Henry (Chief National Correspondent, Fox News).
Our “Best Of Week” keeps going as we discuss the Steelers and the PGA with Gerry Dulac (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) plus minor league baseball with Mitch Rupert (Crosscutters Beat Writer, Williamsport Sun-Gazette).
Shawn tees up the “play-by-play call of the day” and sports bozo. Our “Best Of Week” rolls on with replays featuring Steve’s interviews from earlier this year. We spoke with Peter King (TheMMQB.com and Sports Illustrated) prior to Super Bowl 51 and “The Ol’ Two-Niner” Phil Bourque (Analyst, Pittsburgh Penguins Radio Network) joined us following the Pens’ winning their second consecutive Stanley Cup Championship.
Big Ten Football Media Days are happening in Chicago with Head Coach James Franklin addressing reporters. Also, “Best Of Week” continues as we replay Steve’s interviews with Penn State football great Steve Smear and NBC Olympics Track Analyst Ato Boldon.
From September 2016, during the celebration marking the 50th anniversary of Joe Paterno’s first game as Penn State Head Coach, we have a replay of Steve’s rare interview with football legend Mike Reid. Then, we take a look at where Penn State sports are going with Athletic Director Sandy Barbour.
Our “Best Of Week” begins with Steve interviewing Penn State’s very own “Mike The Mailman” on his retirement day (April 1, 2016) and we discuss baseball with Richard Justice (MLB.com).
Guests: Bob Nightengale (MLB Writer, USA Today) and we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Topics: Selinsgrove Little League qualifies for states, Hugh Freeze, OJ Simpson and Texas high school football.
The business of sports in a conversation with InviteManager/Spotlight Ticket Management CEO Tony Knopp.
Topic: OJ Simpson granted parole. Guest: Kurt Badenhausen (Senior Editor, Forbes). Steve and Kurt discuss the world’s most valuable sports franchises plus the possible revenue the August 26th Mayweather/McGregor fight will generate.
Guests: John U. Bacon, author of a new book with the late John Saunders of ESPN, “Playing Hurt,” and Sports Illustrated Executive Editor Jon Wertheim talks about networks’ rights fees.
Steve is at Historic Bowman Field in Williamsport. Topics: Penn State Football, this day in sports history, ABA/NBA merger, Bobby Bonilla, and Peter King’s MMQB All-Time Draft.
Guests: Frank Bodani (Penn State Football Writer, York Daily Record) and Jessica Marksbury (Associate Editor, GOLF.com).
Topic: Penn State Football 2017 Lift For Life. Guest: Neal Coolong (NFL Writer, USA Today/The Steelers Wire).
Guests: Kyle Porter (Golf Writer, CBS Sports) and we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Topics: Pittsburgh Pirates and Tim Tebow. Guest: Paul Alexander (AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh).
Topics: NBA Summer League, Cubs get Quintana from White Sox and Vin Scully’s brilliant ESPY Icon Award speech.
Topic: World’s most valuable sports teams. Guest: Former Penn State basketball star and newest member of the Washington Wizards, Tim Frazier.
Topics: MLB in Williamsport, NBA Summer League, MLB All-Star Game, NFL ad revenue and Penn State men’s basketball releases non-conference schedule.
Topics: 2024 and 2028 Summer Olympics, Miami Marlins and Penn State Football. Guest: Williamsport Crosscutters Beat Writer Mitch Rupert (Williamsport Sun-Gazette).
Topics: Mayweather/McGregor and B1G Football Media Days. Guest: Penn State Football Beat Writer Bob Flounders (PennLive).
Guests: Phillies 2017 1st round pick and current Williamsport Crosscutter Adam Haseley plus ESPN college football reporter Adam Rittenberg.
Topics: Aaron Judge, NBA Summer League, Mike and the Mad Dog ESPN 30 for 30 special. Guest: Matt Leon (Newsradio 1060 KYW/Philadelphia).
Topics: Penn State football’s 25th year in the Big Ten, this day in sports history, Phillies, Terry Francona and athletes’ marketability.
Guest: New York Times writer and author Richard Sandomir (“Pride of the Yankees”) gives us a behind the scenes look at how the movie and Gary Cooper accurately portrayed Lou Gehrig’s retirement speech on July 4, 1939.
Topic: Yankees, Adam Haseley and this day in sports history. Guest: Author Jarrett Van Meter discusses his book, “How Sweet It Is,” on the mystique of Kentucky high school state championship basketball.
Guests: Sports Writer Dieter Kurtenbach on NBA free agency and college football writer Dennis Dodd (CBS Sports).
Hour 1 – Topics – NBA Free Agency, JJ Redick signs with the Sixers, MLB, Phillies. Guest – Matt Leon, Sixers/Phillies, Reporter, KYW Newsradio (@MattLeonKYW)
Steve’s guest is “The Keeper of the Stanley Cup,” Philip Pritchard (Hockey Hall of Fame), who shares great travel stories with the cup and how he got his job.
Topics: College football power conferences and arrests are finally made in the 1989 Hillsborough soccer stadium disaster.
Guests: Matt Leon (KYW, Newsradio 1060 Philadelphia) and Chris Mack (Pittsburgh Pirates Radio Network).
Topics: Sports betting and ESPN rights fees. Guest: Steelers and golf writer Gerry Dulac (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette).
Guests: Baseball Writer Chuck Hixson (Philly Baseball Insider dot com) and we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Topics: Penn State football and Steve answers your email. Guest: Pete Jensen (NHL Network and NHL.com).
Guest: Philadelphia Daily News 76ers beat writer Bob Cooney. Topics: Boston Celtics, Max Scherzer, Josh Jackson and MLB.
Topics: Phillies, Vegas Golden Knights and more MLB. Guest: On the 14th anniversary of the Pittsburgh Penguins drafting goalie Marc-Andre Fleury as their number one selection, Bob Grove and Steve discuss the chance that “Flower” goes to the Golden Knights in their expansion draft.
Topics: Phillies, Williamsport Crosscutters, Vegas Golden Knights, MLB, Olympics, Penn State football.
Hour 2 – Topics: Continued Sixers/Celtics trade talk, US Open, Penguins/Sabres preseason game coming to Penn State’s Pegula Ice Arena, play-by-play call of the day, sports bozo of the day. Guests: Dennis Chambers, BasketballInsiders.com; Ben Jones, StateCollege.com.
Hour 1 – Sixers/Celtics trade talk. Guest: Matt Leon, KYW Newsradio 1060 AM Philadelphia.
Guests: Pittsburgh Penguins Radio Network Analyst Phil Bourque and we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Topics: US Open Golf, Phillies finally win, Pete Rose. Guest: Penn State Baseball Head Coach Rob Cooper.
Topics: PSU football throwback uniform, US Open golf update, Louisville basketball NCAA violations, Phillies.
Guest: USA Today Sports/The Steelers Wire writer Neal Coolong. Topic: Boston/Lakers ESPN 30 for 30.
Topics: Pens championship parade, Phillies, Penn State football student ticket sale dates and Nittany Lion expectations for 2017.
Guest: New Pittsburgh Penguins TV play-by-play announcer Steve Mears. Topics: MLB, current sports athletes and their legacies.
Topics: Another Golden State NBA title and Big Ten basketball. Guest: Mike Conte (Sports Radio 92.9 The Game/Atlanta) recaps the NBA Finals and reveals if the Falcons have moved on from Super Bowl 51.
Guests: Jim Miller, author of “These Guys Have All the Fun: Inside the World Of ESPN” and “Live from New York: An Uncensored History of Saturday Night Live.” plus we check the latest on the Philadelphia sports scene with Matt Leon (KYW Newsradio 1060).
Topics: Steve’s daughters’ wedding and Pens win 2nd consecutive Stanley Cup. Guest: Kenny Albert (Stanley Cup Final Westwood One Radio Play-by-play announcer) recaps the Pittsburgh/Nashville series.
Topics: Two play-by-play calls of the day where one features a slice of horse racing history. Guests: Philly.com Hall-of-Fame sports writer Dick Jerardi provides a Belmont Stakes preview from New York and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones road trips from Connecticut to visit our studio.
Guest: Chris Dempsey, co-author of “No Boston Olympics: How and Why Smart Cities Are Passing The Torch.” Topics: Bob Stoops, Thadd Motta and Olympics.
Topics: Phillies, Bob Stoops. Guest: Hockey writer Greg Wyshynski (Puck Daddy, Yahoo! Sports) checks in from the Stanley Cup Final as the series turns into a best of 3.
Guest: Josh Getzoff (Pre and post-game host, Pittsburgh Penguins Radio Network). Topics: Stanley Cup Final, D Day, Georgia State/Penn State announce September kickoff time, Thadd Motta out at Ohio State men’s hoops and 3 Michigan State football players charged with sexual assault.
Guest: NBC Sports Horse Racing Reporter Laffit Pincay III previews the 149th Belmont Stakes.
Guests: Baseball Writer Richard Justice (MLB.com) and Penguins hockey beat writer Jonathan Bombulie (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review).
Topics: Stanley Cup Final, NBA Finals, Olympics, this day in sports history featured a benchmark day in the NHL 50 years ago and Steve explains why Penn State/Ohio State isn’t a prime time game this fall.
Greg Wyshynski (Puck Daddy, Yahoo! Sports) checks in from Nashville while covering games 3 and 4 of the Stanley Cup Final plus Steve and his brother Kevin Jones discuss Tiger Woods’ recent setback.
Topics: Golden State tops Cleveland in game 1, this day in sports history features Babe Ruth and Ted Williams plus NBA Commissioner Adam Silver speaks up about “one and done” players. Guest: Penn State Field Hockey Head Coach and PA Summer Special Olympics Honorary Chairperson Charlene Morett-Curtiss.
Guest: Former PSU star and current FOX Sports/BTN/Westwood One Radio basketball analyst Jon Crispin on taking part in Penn State’s Coaches vs Cancer and looks ahead to the 2017-18 conference season. Topic: Hall of Fame golfer Roberto DeVicenzo dies at 94.
Topics: Mets replace Mr. Met who made obscene gesture, NBA Finals finally begin, this day in sports history features baseball greats Lou Gehrig and Nolan Ryan, Phillies’ struggles continue, 2018 college football hall of fame ballot released, John Clayton out at ESPN and we learn more about how Nashville fan Jake Waddell snuck a catfish into the Stanley Cup Final.
Topics: Call of the day, Tiger Woods, Pens/Preds game 1 and our sports bozo of the day. Guest: Penguins beat writer Josh Yohe (DK Pittsburgh Sports) recaps the Pens game one win over Nashville in the Stanley Cup Final.
Topics: Pens take Stanley Cup Final Game 1, Tiger Woods, Frank Deford plus this day in sports history. Guest: Rowan University Men’s Basketball Head Coach and former Nittany Lion player Joe Crispin.
Topics: Pittsburgh Penguins, 2016-17 overall prime time TV ratings, ESPN, our sports bozo of the day plus Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones kick around some sports trivia.
Topics: The slow countdown to the 2017 NBA Finals continues between the Cavs and Warriors, the Pittsburgh Penguins head to another Stanley Cup Final, the Philadelphia Phillies get a much needed win, Steve goes back in time with this day in sports history and he shares the perfect NBA championship formula few talk about.
Topics: Sens force game 7 vs Pens, NFL OTA’s, Ezekiel Elliott, which players stay in school or go for the NBA draft and Cavs up 3-1 over Celtics. Guest: Former Philadelphia Phillie John Kruk (CSN Philly In-Booth Analyst).
ESPN/ABC Indianapolis 500 Announcer Allen Bestwick has a preview of the big race from Speedway, Indiana. Also, Tony Knopp (CEO-Invite Manager/Spotlight Ticket Management) breaks down the ripple effect of the Los Angeles Rams new stadium delay plus other hot topics and trends in sports business.
Topics: Golden State with another 4 game sweep, Indy 500, Manchester bombing, this day in sports history, LaVar Arrington, Michael Robinson and Joe Paterno.
Guests: Pittsburgh Penguins hockey analyst Bob Grove and Philadelphia sports writer/reporter Matt Leon (KYW Newsradio 1060).
Topics: Indy car drivers robbed at local restaurant, Celtics crazy comeback in game 3, mobile betting could be allowed in new Las Vegas football stadium and the Los Angeles Rams new stadium one year delay. Guest: Philadelphia Phillies PA Announcer Dan Baker.
Guest: Philly.com sports writer Dick Jerardi checks in from Pimlico with the latest on the Preakness. Also, Steve, Shawn and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones tackle some sports trivia.
Guest: Penn State Athletic Director Sandy Barbour recaps the previous sports season and look ahead to what’s next. Topics: Friday night college football and CFB redshirting.
Topics: News Anchor/Reporter Matt Catrillo returns to Sunbury Broadcasting, this day in sports history, NBA Draft Lottery, Caleb Swanigan and Indy Car standings before the 500.
Guest: Horse Racing Analyst Steve Bortstein (Fox Sports Radio) provides us a Preakness Preview. Topics: ESPN and Steve Kerr.
Topics: Celtics advance, Pens even up series with Sens, Almost Dreaming, this day in sports history and college officiating.
Guest: Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia) has the latest information from the Eagles and Phillies. Topics: New ESPN SportsCenter anchor schedule and Steve shares PennLive’s David Jones’ column on his top 20 sports national announcing teams.
Topics: Patrick Mahomes robbed, ESPN re-ups select SportsCenter talent, Warriors slide past Spurs, new 2017-18 college basketball rules and college football staff sizes.
Topics: James Harden and the NBA Playoffs. Guest: Jon Wertheim (Executive Editor, Sports Illustrated) chats with Steve about ESPN plus professional and college rights deals that allow us to watch what we watch.
Guest: Chris Mack (Pittsburgh Pirates Radio Network In-studio Host) discusses how the Pirates are dealing with the Starling Marte suspension and Jameson Taillon cancer scare. Topics: Penn State Coaches Caravan, Matt Harvey, college football rivalries and Steve shares a story about his time as a Little League Baseball coach.
Guest: Pittsburgh Penguins Analyst Bob Grove on the Pens advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals after eliminating Washington. Topics: Stanley Cup Playoffs, Phillies, Nationals, MLB.
Guest: Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia) has a Phillies report. Topics: Almost Dreaming, ESPN and rights fees.
Topics: The business side of sports and how we consume sports, this day in sports history and the Penn State Coaches Caravan.
Topics: Play-by-play call of the day, crazy stats from the 6-hour Yankees/Cubs 18-inning game plus Almost Dreaming stays clean and wins a sloppy Kentucky Derby. Guest: Pittsburgh Pirates President Frank Coonelly.
Topics: Yankees 18-inning win over Cubs conclude series sweep, this day in sports history and how much profit will ESPN generate after the April layoffs.
Guests: CBS Sports NFL Insider Jason La Canfora recaps the 2017 Draft and we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones, who shares big news at the end of the show! Topics: Steve discusses two, new rules in college football and we reveal our sports bozo of the day.
Topics: New Lonzo Ball shoes and this day in sports history. Guest: Philly.com award winning sports writer Dick Jerardi checks in from Louisville. DJ, who met Muhammad Ali several times, made the pilgrimage this week to his grave site prior to covering the Kentucky Derby.
Guest: Neal Coolong of USA Today talks about the NFL Draft and particularly the Steelers’ picks. More from the Truman H. Purdy Golf Tournament including the reveal that Kevin Herr didn’t wish his wife a “happy birthday” first thing today.
Steve, Shawn, and “The Suit” are live at the Truman H. Purdy Golf Tournament at the Susquehanna Valley Country Club. Guest: Steve Bortstein from Fox Sports on the Kentucky Derby.
Guest: Media Writer John Ourand (Sports Business Journal) talks about the recent layoffs at ESPN and where the network goes from here.
Guest: CBS Sports College Football Analyst Rick Neuheisel. Rick discusses the recent NFL Draft, gives an early peak at which college quarterbacks can shine in 2017 and shares a Joe Paterno story every Penn State fan has to hear!
Guest: Carolina Panthers Beat Writer Jourdan Rodrigue (Charlotte Observer) gives the NFC and Big Ten perspective from the NFL Draft. Topic: LaVar Ball turning off shoe companies.
Topics: NFL Draft recap, Steelers’ selections. Guest: Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia) breaks down the Eagles’ draft picks and how the city did hosting the big event for the first time since 1961.
Guests: Former Penn State defensive end Garrett Sickles shares his journey leading up to the NFL Draft, Pittsburgh Penguins hockey analyst Bob Grove and we finish the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Topics: NFL Draft Round 1 recap, Pens take game 1 over Caps and this day in sports history. Guest: Steelers beat writer Joe Rutter (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review).
Guest: NFL Writer Neal Coolong (USA Today) joins Steve to discuss the 2017 NFL Draft. Topics: Our play-by-play call of the day and more details on one of the worst days in ESPN history.
Topics: The world of sports journalism is rocked by the list of employee layoffs at ESPN plus Steve goes back in time for another “this day in sports history.”
Topics: Bob Uecker, ESPN. Guest: Corey Chavous (CBS Sports Network NFL Draft Analyst/Founder of DraftNasty.com).
Topic: Sports media and how they cover sports, this day in sports history, the staggering amount ESPN pays in rights fees.
Guest: College Football Reporter Bruce Feldman (FOX Sports). Topics: NFL Draft, sports bozo, Mike Mayock and we look back at how bad the 2013 NFL Draft first round was.
Topics: Penn State Blue-White Game recap and we go back in time with this day in sports history. Guest: Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia).
Guests: Paul Alexander (ROOT Sports/Pittsburgh) shares the latest on the Pirates, Penguins and Steelers. And we wrap up the week with Steve’s brother Kevin Jones.
Topics: Penn State reference in Forrest Gump, Blue/White Game. Guest: Carolina Panthers Writer Jourdan Rodrigue (Charlotte Observer).
Topics: 2017 NFL schedule released today and the Patriots will host Kansas City in the season opener. Guest: Former NFL offensive lineman Ross Tucker (RossTucker.com and BallCannon.com) discusses the huge jump players deal with between the college game and the pros. Ross also shares his inspiration that sparked a successful career in the media.
“The Chief” Dave Ritchie (Shikellamy Braves Football and Basketball Analyst, WKOK Sports) calls in to share his thoughts on sports journalism today and his recent fishing trip with Kevin “The Suit” Herr. Steve reveals his “sports bozo of the day” plus shares the stories of the Penn State football team visits to the White House in 1962 and 1987.
Topics: Former Patriots TE Aaron Hernandez commits suicide in prison and Steve scans this day in sports history. We also go back 5 years to April 19, 2012 when the Penn State Student Sports Broadcasting Complex in Rec Hall was named after Steve.
Topics: How will the Pirates do with Marte now banned 80 games plus Steelers Chairman and Former Ambassador to Ireland, Dan Rooney, is laid to rest in Pittsburgh. Guests: CBS Sports NFL Draft Analyst Dane Brugler and USA Today NFL Writer Neal Coolong.
Topics: Will some of today’s sports superstars truly go down as the greatest of all time? Pirates All-Star outfielder Starling Marte is suspended 80 games for violating MLB’s drug policy. Guest: Pete Jensen (NHL Network and NHL.com) discusses the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Guests: Pro Football Hall of Fame Linebacker Jack Ham discusses the life of Steelers Chairman Dan Rooney and with Penn State Spring football wrapping up this week, Jack shares what he expects from the Nittany Lions this Fall. Also, Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia) checks in on what the Eagles may do with their first round draft pick.
Guests: NFL Draft Analyst Lance Zierlein and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones. Topic: Steelers owner Dan Rooney dies at age 84.
Topics: Pro sports with very long seasons and this day in history. Guest: Penn State Sports Writer Ben Jones (State College dot com) .
Guest: Penn State Football Writer Frank Bodani (York Daily Record). Topics: Our call of the day and sports bozo plus the city of St. Louis sues all 32 NFL teams over the Rams’ relocation to Los Angeles.
Topics: Will Cleveland take a QB with their top overall draft pick? Will a new bill pull North Carolina and North Carolina State from the Atlantic Coast Conference? Guest: Josh Getzoff (Pittsburgh Penguins Radio Network) previews the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Steve’s guests are USA Today NFL Writer Neal Coolong and Penn State Football Writer Donnie Collins (Scranton Times-Tribune).
Topics: Forbes releases its annual Major League Baseball franchise values thanks to local tv contracts, many of those values are going way up. Steve also looks back on this day in sports history. Guest: New Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback Matt McGloin reflects on his time at Penn State and in Oakland plus and looks ahead as his NFL journey continues closer to home.
We get a Masters recap from golf writer Guy Cipriano (Golf Course Industry Magazine) and Matt Leon (KYW/Philadelphia) checks in with his thoughts on the Eagles signing former Penn State and Oakland Raiders quarterback Matt McGloin.
Topic: NFL players break rule by taking part in Las Vegas arm wrestling tournament. Guest: Fox News Chief National Correspondent Ed Henry (Author of “42 Faith: The Rest of the Jackie Robinson Story”).
Topics: Our play-by-play call of the day, today’s sports broadcasters and their preparation, Chris Simms says Dad was blindsided with CBS Sports’ Tony Romo football analyst announcement, sports bozo of the day, latest 1st round scores from The Masters and will 3 countries host the World Cup in 2026?
Topics: Ryan Howard signs a minor league contract with Atlanta, RIP Don Rickles, Shawn’s troubles with the PA turnpike E-Z Pass, The Masters opening round leaderboard, MLB scoreboard and no MAC conference football games in November.
Hour 2 – Guests: Matt Leon (News Radio KYW, Philly) talking about early season Phillies baseball, Kevin Jones (Steve’s Brother) talk Lexi Thompson, Golf
Hour 1 – Topics: Golf, The Masters, Baseball in trouble?, Penguins Hockey. Guests: Bob Grove (Penguins Hockey, @BobGrove91 on Twitter) talking about Pens playoff run, LeTang injury.
Guests: Ryan Snyder (Rivals.com and Blue/White Illustrated) on Penn State’s upcoming Blue/White Game and spring recruiting. Topic: Steve talks about Friday night football games in the Big Ten Conference.
Topic: NCAA Basketball Championship Game. Guests: Neal Coolong (USA Today) on NFL Football and Adam Purdy on the Truman H. Purdy Golf Tournament.
Topic: Westgate Superbook Major League Baseball 2017 projections. Guests: Chris Mack (Pittsburgh Pirates Radio Network) and Steve’s brother Kevin Jones gives his Final Four basketball picks.
Topics: Major League Baseball fun facts and Phil Mickelson. Guest: Bucknell Head Football Coach Joe Susan on Bison Spring practice.
Russell Westbrook makes our “play-by-play call of the day.” Penn State Football has completed one-third of Spring practice and we get a report from Frank Bodani (York Daily-Record). Steve breaks down the teams in Saturday’s Final Four. Our “sports bozo” deals with the Raiders’ relationship with Oakland Coliseum, now that the team is moving to Las Vegas.
Sports betting in America, specifically New Jersey, is discussed and Steve goes back in time with “this day in sports history.”
Penn State Football Writer Audrey Snyder (DK Pittsburgh Sports dot com) calls in with a Nittany Lions Spring Ball report. Also, Steve goes through the new NFL rules that were passed at the annual owners meeting plus catch our call of the day and sports bozo.
Topics: College Basketball Referee John Higgins received death threats after Kentucky’s loss to North Carolina and the sports entertainment world ramps up for Wrestlemania 33 this Sunday.
We get a Final Four preview as Steve chats with college hoops play-by-play announcer Kevin Kugler (Westwood One), plus our “call of the day” and sports bozo. Steve’s also talks about how pro teams that move truly test their respective fan bases as the rest of the league owners benefit from it.
Steve discusses player development and the current “one and done” situation in college basketball. Neal Coolong (USA Today) calls in to talk about the Las Vegas Raiders and Los Angeles Chargers.
Topics: Raiders to Las Vegas in 2019 and LeBron James. Guest: PSU Men’s Ice Hockey play-by-play announcer Brian Tripp.
Penn State Football Writer Bob Flounders (PennLive.com) discusses Spring ball plus Steve, his brother Kevin and Shawn share their Sweet Sixteen and Elite 8 picks.
Topics: Sweet Sixteen, Phillies and MLB arbitration. Guest: Chris Mack (Pittsburgh Pirates Radio Network).
Guest: Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey play-by-play announcer Brian Tripp. Topics: NCAA Wrestling TV ratings and a March Madness Sweet 16 preview.
Guest: Penn State Football Writer Rich Scarcella (Reading Eagle). Topic: Death of Phillies’ Dallas Green.
PSU Football Writer Donnie Collins (Scranton Times-Tribune) on Nittany Lions Pro Day. Topics: Northwestern basketball, Jimmy Breslin, West Virginia in Sweet 16.