Joe Starkey
Tomlin Doesn’t Throw Offense Under Bus After Underwhelming Finish
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) — The conflict and subsequent apology from Big Ben to Todd Haley was well documented leading up to Sunday’s game against the visiting Bengals, and head coach Mike Tomlin was asked if there was too much of a disconnect lately between QB and OC after his Steelers were knocked out of playoff contention.
Makeshift Secondary Hangs Tough Again In Win
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) — Although they did squander another fourth-quarter lead, the top-ranked pass defense in the NFL, minus two of its key players, contained Matt Cassel to key a 16-13 overtime win against the Kansas City Chiefs at Heinz Field Monday night.
Before Defending Redskins, Clark Defends Snyder
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) — Dan Snyder might be one of the more ridiculed owners in sports. His typically well-financed teams have underachieved significantly, so it stands to reason. But former Redskin and current Steelers defensive back Ryan Clark challenges conventional wisdom.
Steelers OL Foster Takes Long Road Back To Nashville
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) — Being an undrafted free agent is something many eventual NFL stars have had to fight. Steelers guard Ramon Foster, therefore, has no trouble staying motivated, and the team’s Week 6 contest should only add more fuel to that fire.
Allen Prepares For Tall Task In Tennessee
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) — Will Allen has quite a helmet to fill during this short week, even beyond the long head of hair that normally lies beneath it.
McCutchen Tries To Look Past Bittersweet Finish
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) — The Pirates (79-83) finished 2012 with their highest win total in 15 years, though, in doing so, they also finished the most ignominious collapse in MLB history, which center fielder Andrew McCutchen is already trying to forget.
Steelers WR Cotchery On Raiders’ Reputation
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) — In its heyday, “The Black Hole”–better known as the Oakland Coliseum–was one of the toughest places to play in the NFL, and a lot of that had to do with the team playing in it.
Roethlisberger Relishes Creative Control
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) — When you’re 30 years old, won two Super Bowls, and reached a third, you’ll have the trust of your coaches, and Ben Roethlisberger says freedom goes a long way toward balance under new offensive coordinator Todd Haley.
Steelers’ Wallace Brings Himself Up To Speed
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) — Steelers receiver Mike Wallace doesn’t believe a summer-long holdout has affected his ability to understand and execute the content of new offensive coordinator Todd Haley’s playbook.
Harrison Mum On Status For Opener
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) — Steelers outside linebacker James Harrison was a man of few words when asked to describe the progress he has made rehabilitating his knee following recent surgery.
Starkey: Oh, Those Arrogant Ravens
The Baltimore Ravens remind Joe Starkey of another absurdly arrogant Beltway team — the Washington Capitals. Both behave as if they have won something of signficance when everybody knows they haven’t.
Starkey: Awards Time After Astounding Penguins Season
One of the most unbelievable seasons in Penguins history ended Wednesday night. Now for some random thoughts …
Todd Graham Joins Seibel, Starkey, Miller Live
University of Pittsburgh head football coach Todd Graham took questions from listeners during an open forum discussion at SportsRadio 93-7 The FAN on Wednesday.
Starkey: Tony Dorsett Deserves A Statue
Staring out at the Consol Energy Center today, from our broadcast spot at the Souper Bowl, I could see there was plenty of open space for the Mario Lemieux statue that will be put there one day soon. And it got me to thinking: Which Pittsburgh sports figure deserves the next statue, after Mario?
Starkey: Michalek Deserves Shot On Power Play
Hey, everything else has failed. Why not try Zbynek Michalek on the power play?













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