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On this week's Steelers' Chalk Talk podcast, we dive into the struggles of quarterbacks Will Howard and Drew Allar in Friday night's pre-season game against the Jets. After disappointing outings from both QBs, one thing is clear: the big winner at quarterback for the Steelers was Mason Rudolph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet pod, we revisit our conversation with Joe Callahan, an undrafted free agent from Wesley College who made the Packers roster in 2017. Joe discusses his unlikely road to Green Bay's roster, the uphill climb so many UFA's face during training camp, and his experience backing up a legend in Aaron Rodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet podcast, we dive into the nature of NFL play calls. Why are some so long and verbose, while others are as short as one word? What is actually in those play calls? What do they tell players? And what determines a coach's play-naming philosophy? Interesting show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NFL drew 7.7 million viewers for its Hall of Fame game last week, and ratings for the Week 1 of the pre-season were high. Why the intrigue? On today's Call Sheet podcast, we discuss the value of the NFL pre-season, and give listeners five reasons why it matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Chalk Talk podcast, we examine how the systems Mike McCarthy and Patrick Graham have installed in Pittsburgh produced a football team that was well-prepared for its Week 1 pre-season contest against the Green Bay Packers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Hot Route episode of The Call Sheet podcast, Coach Paul Callahan rejoins the show to discuss how to train quarterbacks to handle the complexity of modern defense. Progression reads or coverage reads? Speeding up processing ability. How to use film study to prepare, and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Week 1 of the NFL pre-season kicks off on Thursday, and a host of rookie quarterbacks will make their pro debuts. What should we look for from them? On what should they be evaluated? What makes for a good outing at this point? We dive in on today's episode of The Call Sheet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Arizona Cardinals were the latest NFL team to trot out a Sean McVay-style offense when new head coach Mike LaFleur debuted it in the Hall of Fame game last Thursday. Today's Call Sheet podcast looks at the elements of the McVay system, and why it's so popular throughout the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of Steelers' Chalk Talk, we take a deep dive into the run scheme Mike McCarthy has emphasized more than any other at training camp -- outside zone. How does it work, what makes it effective, and why will McCarthy use it so much this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet podcast, we revisit our conversation with former Raiders GM and NFL Network analyst Mike Mayock, who takes us through some of the lessons he's learned in his unique football journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet podcast, we finish our swing through the NFL by asking one key question each NFC team must answer to find success in 2026. Can Jalen Hurts thrive in a pro-style offense? Will Carson Beck be QB1 in Arizona? Can the Rams handle expectations? Join us for a fun show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet podcast, we look at the different styles and philosophies of various head football coaches, and at why the profession is by no means a one-size-fits-all proposition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Kevin Smith for a special episode of Steelers' Chalk Talk, as he breaks down the sights and sounds from Friday's training camp practice in Latrobe. One thing is certain about this camp: there's a new sheriff in town in Mike McCarthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of The Call Sheet, we re-visit our conversation with legendary southern NJ high school football coach Sal Marchese, winner of 11 sectional and state championships at Delsea Regional. Sal sits with Paul Callahan and me to discuss his signature offense -- the option-based Wing-T attack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Football 101 episode of The Call Sheet podcast, we forecast some of the biggest scheme trends you can expect on NFL playing fields in 2026. Here's a hint: it's all about matchups and disguise... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NFL training camps are open at last, and on today's Call Sheet podcast we are asking one key question each team in the AFC must answer before the regular season starts in September. Tune in for an AFC training camp primer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Steelers have made significant upgrades to their offense this off-season. On this week's Chalk Talk pod, we look at three improvements those upgrades could lead to that will yield a better product on the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet podcast, we revisit our conversation with Rancocas Valley (NJ) High School head football coach Garrett Lucas on the merits of building an effective screen game in your offense, and why screens are so valuable to protecting core play concepts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Football 101 episode of The Call Sheet podcast, we dive in on the no-huddle offense and its success rate in the NFL. Is the no-huddle a gimmick, or can you run a steady diet of it and succeed? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The World Cup is in the books, and there were some interesting elements to it both on and off the field. On today's episode of The Call Sheet podcast, Coach Smith pitches three ideas the NFL should consider after watching soccer's premier event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices