Fan Morning Show 11-4-24

The Fan Morning Show

Pitt got blown out at SMU. Is the season already a success? It wasn't good on Saturday, but it has been good. James Franklin did what he always does against OSU. Franklin should stay at PSU regardless, it could be a lot worse. An analogy to Jamie Dixon's time at Pitt. Penn State is second tier, but that means still in the top 10 every year. Would 11-1 and the playoffs be a step forward? How bout a successful year for Pitt? This should be the springboard year to bigger things. 9-3 would be a success. What teams are better than PSU annually? Crowley lists 8 of them. How much do coaches matter with NIL money playing such a huge role? There's a ton of parity in CFB. Sidney Crosby has been going off, and the Pens have won two in a row. How does it compare to the Capitals? Jared Triolo won a Gold Glove, but he probably shouldn't play that much.Baltimore and Cincy both won yesterday. Are the Steelers going to make a trade? The Steelers are looking to buy cheap on WRs. Darius Slayton, Chris Olave, the Seahawks receivers have all been discussed. WR has been a hole all season. Khan should receive significant criticism if no WR is acquired. Have the Steelers been too patient with the WR targets? They need some help with the Ravens and Bengals looking good lately. A caller suggests Gabe Davis. Crowley's Steelers WR trade wish list: 1. Olave, tied 2. Slayton, Metcalf, Lockett. Is Tyler Boyd an option? Is this one of Mike Tomlin's best seasons? Crowley is getting heat for suggesting Olave to the Steelers. Jason Kelce smashed a rude fan's phone on Saturday. It's not the same as James Franklin arguing with a fan. Mark Kaboly joins in studio to discuss Jason Kelce's reaction, if the Steelers will make a WR trade and who he'd target. Tyreek Hill?? This year is a chance to take a big step forward, but more help is needed. Steelers should be getting healthy very soon. Can the defense hold up against the elite team on the schedule. A trip around the NFL. How much better are the Ravens than previous years? Will John Harbaugh hold them back? Are the Bengals a threat? Crowley once accidently gave out his phone number instead of the stations. Kaboly tweeted from Crowley's computer. The Browns are worse than expected, but the Commanders are better. The timing of the games is difficult down the stretch. Can the Steelers get to 10 wins? They need a home playoff game. 9 wins for Pitt would be a success. Prior to the season, 6 wins seemed reasonable. SMU was more talented. Would Steelers fans sign up for 10 wins and the playoffs? Is there any scenario where both Russ and Fields are on the Steelers next year? Can Russ be had for a discount? Will the Steelers use Fields this season? Arthur Smith has been a pleasant surprise. Broderick Jones is bad now. Are the Steelers among the best teams in all 3 phases? Steelers are a 2.5 point underdog at Washington. Would 8-2 start give the Steelers the division title? Pitt MBB starts tonight and they need to make the tournament.