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Paul Zeise's sports chat: 05.06.21
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Zeise
12:05
welcome back!! Let’s get started. We have a lot to get to!!
Donna
12:05
Hi Paul, I enjoyed your draft coverage.  I can’t say I enjoy the opinion of your morning colleagues who are always so negative they should be referred to as Debbie Downers.  It seems they like to put down you and anyone else who has a different view of the draft or other subjects for that matter.  Hang in there Paul!
Zeise
12:08
I truly like what the Steelers did in the draft. They got a starting center, a starting running back, a tight end who should play a lot, a starting punter and a couple of depth guys and special teams guys. What is not to like?
Amanda
12:08
My petition is underway to get you and Rick Walls removed permanently from the Nightly Sports Call. Both of you laughing that night I called about kids drinking still gives me nightmares. You should be ashamed!
Zeise
12:09
Have another drink! Rich Walsh said hello and he wants to buy you a Heineken or two!
JR
12:09
Paul: thoughts on the state of Pitt hoops. Thanks!
Zeise
12:11
I think the date of this year hinges on what happens with Justin Champagne. I see he isn’t even on the radar of the NBA any more so I’m assuming he is coming back. And if he comes back I think they have a team coming back, with a few of the additions, that could fight for a NCAA bid
Erk the jerk
12:11
I just came to buy Amanda a drink and her dog one too!! Bottoms up baby.
Zeise
12:11
She loves beer!
Erk the jerk
12:11
How do you rate the Steelers draft Paul. Top to bottom all 9 guys. How do you like?? Thanks Paul.
Zeise
12:12
Well like I said, I think the key will be how do these guys perform. But ultimately top to bottom it was really good. I love the Harris pick and think Green will be really good too
Ed
12:12
Paul, what are your thoughts on the NCAA transfer portal, especially as it applies to college basketball? How can programs like Pitt and Duquesne hope to build consistency with what are basically transient rosters from year to year?
Zeise
12:15
I am as Libertarian as anyone and believe players should have the freedom to move as they want - BUT this has become asinine. The transfer thing was never supposed to be all out free agency. And the fact that there are 1200 or whatever people on the move is stupid.
Here is my hope - the market corrects itself and guys start to realize that transferring isn’t always a good idea and doesn’t guarantee a good landing spot
Carl in Carrick
12:18
Paul, what’s your opinion on Jeff Heath?  I saw he was released by the Raiders.  Do you think the Steelers may be interested in signing him?   Thanks.
Zeise
12:19
I don’t see where he would fit. I mean he would be a nice veteran backup but I don’t think he would come in and challenge for a starting job
Guest
12:20
hi paul, whats up with all this talk about coming back for the next 2 years, he's always out of shape, his arm is dead, and he continues to be below average in stats, whats he got on the steeler brass? i think its all money for him
Zeise
12:21
They did win 12 games with him and a division title so I don’t think he is terrible. And he is a guy who has performed at a high level for a long time. I would have moved on from him two years ago but I understand why they havent
V. Fontaine
12:22
How would you handle the Aaron Rodgers situation if you were the person in charge in Green Bay?
Zeise
12:24
I would have tried to fleece someone for first round picks before the draft. They have Jordan Love, why put up with Rodgers? I mean, I get it, he has led them to all those Super Bowls but... oh wait a minute. I would have traded him before the draft, lived with the cap hit and tried to get a haul of picks
TominPunta Gorda
12:28
Hi Paul, will we see D Watt used a lot more as a weapon this year similar to how Canada used Aston when Pitts offense was scoring a lot of points?
Zeise
12:30
I don’t know because that was the way Narduzzi likes to play but with Ben Roesthlisberger influencing the offense I’m not sure we will see that many heavy formations with a fullback
Joe W
12:30
Do the recent comments of Alejandro Villanueva suggest that there was a morale issue with the Steelers during yet another late season collapse last year?
Zeise
12:31
I know there were some who got all bent out of shape about what Big Al said. I’m not one of them. I think he was trying to have some fun and bust the chops of some of his old teammates. Nothing to see here
Darcy
12:31
Good day Paul, do you have a favorite national draft pundit?  Thanks.
Zeise
12:34
I am actually a Mel Kiper fan. Nobody does more homework and knows his stuff more and he has credibility. He is a little nerdy for my tastes but he js good as anyone
Darnell
12:34
Hey Paul, do you think the Pirates have any interest in developing Cruz to play the outfield with the depth at shortstop?  Thanks.
Zeise
12:35
I am not sure what they are thinking but if they aren’t going to move him to the outfield they aren’t  giving him the best chance to succeed. He should be an outfielder already
Bernard
12:36
So was AV talking to Juju?
Zeise
12:36
Again, I think he was just joking. If you know his sense of humor, it is dry and he is a bit of a chops buster
Guest
12:36
I wonder if Amanda switched to Dos XX yesterday to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
Zeise
12:37
Lots of Teuqila too, I’m sure!
Bernard
12:37
Are you surprised Andy Reid hasnt taken more heat for his son's recent drunk driving accident.  Both of his sons had serious legal issues in Philly while he was coaching the Eagles as well.
Zeise
12:38
No. It is hard to attack a guy for what his adult kids do. Obviously there is a lot going on in that family but I don’t think people are gonna hammer Reid for it. The hope is that they figure it out
Rick
12:38
Comments on the awful NHL decision for no suspension on latest awful Tom Wilson incident?  How can they let this continue, especially with his "body of work"?  Which leads to what we saw last night.  The league is facilitating these actions by doing nothing.   And the Caps seem to celebrate him.   Some great GMJR decisions before he left, based on this regular season performance, but sure wish they kept Ryan Reaves to keep Wilson in check.
Zeise
12:41
The problem with the NHL is the old guard “hockey culture” goons still have way too much influence. And let’s face it - Wilson is a star player on one of the best teams and they don’t want to influence the playoff races
Gino
12:41
Hey Paul.  Have you heard if Mike Lange plans on working next season ?  His broadcasting career speaks for itself.
Zeise
12:42
I have not but I would think if his health is good and we are back to normal in the world, he will be back
Bernard
12:42
I'm a bit nervous about the Green pick. What are you hearing from sources re his upside?  Is he an immediate starter at C?  Is it difficult to transition from G to C?  Will Ben want to break in a rookie C?
Zeise
12:43
I have heard nothing but positive thoughts on that pick. People love it actually. He played four games at center and is said to be the kind of athletic center the Steelers love
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