Prediction Machine Makes Week 8 NFL Picks
Paul Bessire, known better by the the nickname of his program, "The Prediction Machine," checked in with The Fan Morning Show today to share his NFL picks, as he does every Thursday at 8:40 a.m.
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Paul Bessire, known better by the the nickname of his program, "The Prediction Machine," checked in with The Fan Morning Show today to share his NFL picks, as he does every Thursday at 8:40 a.m.
This will be the Redskins 2nd straight road game and 5th in the first 8 weeks of the season. Washington is 2-2 in their first 4 road games of the season including last weeks loss against the defending Super Bowl Champion New York Giants.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- As long as the Steelers consistently put the game in the hands of Ben Roethlisberger, the quarterback says, in turn, he'll gladly put it in the hands of tight end Heath Miller.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- The Steelers got what Mike Tomlin might call an above-the-line effort from their backup offensive linemen in a win at Cincinnati last Sunday, and now their most above-the-line lineman looks ready to rejoin the team.
With Rashard Mendenhall recovering from an Achilles injury, the Steelers have had to play running back by committee. Rookie Chris Rainey is part of that committee and scored his 1st professional touchdown in Cincinnati Sunday during the Steelers 24-17 victory. Now, let's get to know the rookie a little better.
With a global fan-base, the Pittsburgh Steelers have caused 'Steeler Nation' to wonder what is going on with the defense. Statistically good, there are some disparities between what fans are seeing performed on the field by players and what they see on the stats sheet. Find out the 'mystery' and how it can be solved.
Afternoon drive host for Washington's 106-7 The Fan and former Pro Bowl linebacker LaVar Arrington joined The Fan Morning Show on Wednesday to preview the
Steelers running back Jonathan Dwyer joined The Fan Morning Show on Wednesday to chat about his recent play, as he is coming off a 122-yard performance against the Bengals on Sunday.
Whether you're tailgating in jeans and a T-shirt at Candlestick Park or huddled around a roaring barrel grill at Lambeau Field, nothing screams NFL football season like a steaming, mouth-blistering bowl of five-alarm chili.
Steelers safety Ryan Clark tells 93.7 The Fan sports director Jeff Hathhorn, after disastrous finishes earlier this season, what went right for his team in the fourth quarter against Cincinnati.
Steelers' linebacker Stevenson Sylvester joined Seibel, Starkey and Miller on The FAN to discuss his season, and the Steelers special teams penalties that Head Coach Mike Tomlin pointed out earlier today during his weekly press conference.
93-7 The Fan Steelers insider Ed Bouchette of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins Vinnie & Cook for his weekly chat. Ed dives into Mike Tomlin's unhappiness with the special teams, and tells us whose jobs could be at stake.
Rookie running back Chris Rainey has emerged as an elusive multi-purpose weapon for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Drafted in 2012, Rainey has expanded his high school and college resume on the NFL gridiron, showing elusive abilities and quick speed.
Larry Foote is feeling very good about the defensive performance in Sunday night's win over the Bengals.
Let's take our weekly look back at the week that was in the NFL for week 7.
The Pittsburgh Steelers improve their report card with a much-needed win over the Cincinnati Bengals, 24-17, in the AFC North. Read how the Steelers were able to improve to 3-3 on the season in this positional breakdown.
Every Monday morning, 93.7 The Fan Steelers Insider, and Post-Gazette beat writer, Ed Bouchette joins the Fan Morning Show.
CINCINNATI (93-7 THE FAN) -- Their first three road games followed a familiar script, but, fortunately for the Steelers, so did this one.
CINCINNATI (93-7 THE FAN) -- Perhaps, of all the Tomlin-isms we've heard lo these five-plus years, "the standard is the standard" is the one both quoted and satirized the most. In any event, it's the one that backup running back Jonathan Dwyer apparently takes to heart.
CINCINNATI (93-7 THE FAN) -- Cornerback Ike Taylor downplayed whatever disconnect existed between him and the local media after the Steelers pulled out a much-needed 24-17 win over AFC North rival Cincinnati at Paul Brown Stadium Sunday night.
CINCINNATI (93-7 THE FAN) -- The local media became an easy target for Ike Taylor leading up to Sunday, while, at the same time, Taylor had become an easy target for opposing QB's. But head coach Mike Tomlin was satisfied with his performance in a 24-17 Steeler victory against the host Bengals.
Grab your Terrible Towel, don your black and gold jersey and get ready for these weekly parties that rival any home-game tailgate.
The Pittsburgh Steelers (2-3) will be without five key players against the Cincinnati Bengals (3-3) in their first divisional game Sunday at Paul Brown Stadium. The Bengals are dealing with a rash of injuries of their own.
The Fan Morning Show chatted with The Machine Friday so they could get his picks for Week 7 of the NFL season before making their own.
Cincinnati Bengals radio color analyst and former player Dave Lapham joined The Fan Morning Show on Friday to preview Week 7's Steelers-Bengals match-up.
The New York Mets routed the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-1 on Sunday afternoon.
Usually held on Friday to echo the high school football tradition, the Steelers moved the practice to Saturday this year in Latrobe.
A suspect has been charged in three Mon Valley shootings thanks in part to cellphone videos.
Brett Wilson is a rare case, having beaten cancer twice; now her nonprofit helps families in the fight.
Sunday will be hot with lower humidity, but storms are on the horizon on Monday.
The New York Mets routed the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-1 on Sunday afternoon.
Mercedes Southard's remains were found nearly six months after she was reported missing in Ohio.
Kyle Slaymaker, a self-proclaimed life coach with a "spanking fetish," was found guilty of child sexual abuse, authorities said.
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Usually held on Friday to echo the high school football tradition, the Steelers moved the practice to Saturday this year in Latrobe.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
The number of people who are food insecure is rising, and experts have said that it is only going to get worse.
Just when it looked like relief was heading our way at the gas pump, prices could spike once again in Pittsburgh.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
How much has our intern learned about the team since she started her internship?
Whisker Wonderland is bringing a cuteness overload and sharing their story with us. This may be your sign to become a cat parent!
Daisy is in Washington County to show us why this world-class baseball event remains so special to the community.
Jimmy Big Muscles is back in the PTL kitchen to bring the ocean's freshness all the way to Pittsburgh.
Boaz is turning up the heat at Pittsburgh’s one-of-a-kind Celtic Fire Festival!
A community in Butler County said repeated boil water advisories have them uneasy about their water quality.
An investigation into alleged theft at the North Versailles tax collector's office is underway.
Nearly five months into a major road construction project in Beaver County, several small business owners say they are struggling to keep customers coming through the door.
Opposition to a data center at the back end of an industrial park is growing among residents of Hanover Township, Washington County.
A small community in Fayette County is pushing for answers after finding what appears to be raw sewage spilling into the woods.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Doctors are finding they are faced with questions about health advice from social media, but they caution that you can't always trust what you find.
August 1 is PA Donor Day, a day to bring awareness to organ donation and the countless lives it can save.
Chris Deluzio and Ro Khanna met with nurses at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh as the healthcare workers push for a new deal.
Allegheny County has nearly three dozen cases of cyclosporiasis resulting in two hospitalizations.
The New York Mets routed the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-1 on Sunday afternoon.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Usually held on Friday to echo the high school football tradition, the Steelers moved the practice to Saturday this year in Latrobe.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the New York Mets 9-0 on Saturday night to end a four-game skid.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
Amtrak is adding a second trip from Pittsburgh to New York later this year, officials said during a public board meeting.
Attention is brewing around a proposed variance for Bethel Bakery to expand its parking.
The organizers of a plan aimed at making Pittsburgh's South Side safer are standing by their efforts.
Data center projects are on municipal drawing boards across the Pittsburgh region, and public opposition is growing.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Dave Matthews stopped by a Pittsburgh restaurant before his show at Star Lake on Friday night.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
Brett Wilson is a rare case, having beaten cancer twice; now her nonprofit helps families in the fight. Megan Shinn shares her work in the KD Sunday Spotlight.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
Steeler Nation made their way out to Latrobe on Saturday for the team's annual nighttime practice. For many fans, the practice presents their only opportunity to check out training camp. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer has more.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
The Senate early on Saturday confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general, installing President Trump's former defense lawyer as the nation's top law enforcement official.
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.
