Mike Zappone's Saturday Steelers Blog: Bye Week & Sunday's Eagles Game
It's no secret around the South Side all week that tomorrow's game with the Eagles may end up being the biggest game of the season (especially if the Steelers don't win).
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It's no secret around the South Side all week that tomorrow's game with the Eagles may end up being the biggest game of the season (especially if the Steelers don't win).
Saturday will be an emotional day for the Carnegie Mellon football team.
A week off for a bye has given the Pittsburgh Steelers time to heal up, and that may be bad news for the Philadelphia Eagles. Pittsburgh looks to be coming into a game for the first time this season as a fully healthy team, and that is never good for any opponent.
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) Adonis Ameen-Moore scored on 1-yard run, Dyshawn Davis returned a fumble 52 yards for another score, and Syracuse broke out of a yearlong funk with a 14-13 victory over Pittsburgh on Friday night.
The Steelers return after a week off during the bye week to the field again this weekend taking on the Eagles.
It doesn't get any bigger than high school football in Western Pennsylvania and we're committed to bringing you the best team coverage in the region. After the games, you can find all the latest scores right here!
Follow our live updates and notes as Gateway (5-0, 5-0; No. 16 MaxPreps) hosts North Allegheny (4-0, 5-0; No. 2 MaxPreps) in a rematch of the 2011 postseason, and a possible 2012 WPIAL Class AAAA Final preview...
Sports Radio 94 WIP Morning Show Host Angelo Cataldi dropped by The Vinnie and Cook Show on Friday to preview the Steelers-Eagles game.
As we prepare for Week 6 of the WPIAL football season, we continue with our newest feature of our website, The "Mr. High School Sports" Podcast. It's a look back at the highlights of the previous weekend, and a look ahead at things to come in high school football.
Pitt linebacker Dan Mason chatted with Fan Morning Show co-host and Pitt football sideline reporter Gregg Giannotti this week, with the Panthers due to face Syracuse on the road this Friday.
"Head Games," a revealing documentary about the silent concussion crisis in American sports, has its Pittsburgh debut tonight at the Harris Theater. With that in mind, its director, Steve James, joined The Fan Morning Show to chat about the film.
The Fan Morning Show chatted with The Machine on Friday so they could get his picks for Week 5 of the NFL season, and then make their own.
93-7 The Fan's Jim Colony made his usual trip down to the South Side this week, where he caught up with Steelers' center Maurkice Pouncey for their regular "In Depth With Maurkice Pouncey" spot and also chatted with defensive end Ziggy Hood.
The Steelers had every play in pads and on the field for the first time this season Thursday.
We are at the quarter mark of the season and fantasy football is completely up for grabs.
Jerry Sandusky was scheduled to appear in court remotely for a hearing on a claim that an accuser would recant allegations that Sandusky sexually abused him.
A Pittsburgh-area mother is sharing her story after she says her daughter was exposed to measles at UPMC Children's Hospital.
Nearly 80 children reported missing in Ohio were found during a statewide operation, the U.S. Marshals Service said.
Under the program, Bordas and Bordas will donate $500 to Ronald McDonald House for every sack the Steelers record during the season.
The first day of school arrived in Monessen on Tuesday, but not every student was back in the classroom.
Pennsylvania could hold the key to which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives after November's midterm elections.
Congressman Chris Deluzio says he's thinking about running against Sen. John Fetterman in the 2028 Democratic primary in Pennsylvania.
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.
It seems like each week we get a new story or warning about a scam over the phone or on the internet. Here's how you can avoid them.
With proposed 50% tariffs on the table, the cost of new and used cars could increase by thousands in the near future.
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
Flatland Cavalry is opening for country artist Kasey Musgraves at PPG Paints Arena on Sept. 8.
Over 100 local and national fine artists will be featured at this year's "A Fair in the Park," taking place from Sept. 11-13, 2026.
David and Heather guess the value of three items chosen from the PTL mailbox.
Daisy Jade travels to the Heinz History Center to see the new lifelike historical figures added to the World War II section.
David and Heather talk about their Labor Day weekends and taste chicken-flavored Oreos!
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
Misdemeanor and summary charges have been filed against the coaches involved in a youth football brawl in Pittsburgh.
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
Video shows youth football coaches from Carlynton and Keystone Oaks fighting on the field during a game over the weekend.
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
A Pittsburgh-area mother is sharing her story after she says her daughter was exposed to measles at UPMC Children's Hospital.
Pennsylvania health officials said an out-of-state person tested positive for measles and may have exposed others at a Pennsylvania Turnpike service plaza in Westmoreland County.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
For the first time since 1991, Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles.
Under the program, Bordas and Bordas will donate $500 to Ronald McDonald House for every sack the Steelers record during the season.
Jerry Sandusky was scheduled to appear in court remotely for a hearing on a claim that an accuser would recant allegations that Sandusky sexually abused him.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are partnering with Pittsburgh Public Schools to give every student two free tickets to upcoming preseason games.
Paul Skenes pitched 5 1/3 scoreless innings for his first win since July 19 to lead the Pirates over the Angels 1-0.
Yusei Kikuchi pitched six scoreless innings and earned his first win of the season as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Pirates 6-1 on Saturday.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Pittsburghers are remembering Dolly Parton as "one of a kind" following her death on Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
The window of time for Allegheny County property owners to appeal their tax bills just closed. But even if you missed this window, it's never too late to get your paperwork in order. KDKA investigator Meghan Schiller explains the simple math equation every property owner needs to remember.
Former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky appeared in court remotely Tuesday.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have announced a new, free game for a chance to win $100,000. KDKA-TV's Barry Pintar shares more.
A Butler County man is in the hospital after being allegedly attacked by his own roommate with a sword. KDKA's Jennifer Borrasso reports.
The first day of school arrived in Monessen on Tuesday, but not every student was back in the classroom.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
