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DK Pittsburgh Sports: Daily podcasts on Steelers, Penguins, Pirates!

Dejan Kovacevic
Pittsburgh Steelers
Pittsburgh Pirates
Pittsburgh Penguins
Penguins
Pirates
Atlanta Falcons
New Orleans Saints
NFL
Pittsburgh Steelers Defense
Sidney Crosby
NHL
Aaron Rodgers
Pittsburgh
Mario Lemieux
Milwaukee Brewers
Ben Kindel
Major League Baseball
Will Howard
Steelers
Joey Porter Jr.

Award-winning reporter Dejan Kovacevic, a lifelong veteran of the Pittsburgh sports scene, delivers three 'Daily Shot' shows every weekday morning, one each covering the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates! Plus three additional 'Double Shot' shows of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates streaming live on YouTube each weekday afternoon starting at 3 p.m. Eastern!

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In this episode of The South Side Beat, Chris Halicke and Matt Williamson react to the Steelers' Week 8 win over the Browns and discuss how the team should approach the trade deadline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz... more

Every weekday, award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic delivers three ‘Double Shot’ shows as a supplement to the morning ‘Daily Shot' of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates podcasts!  Video versions streaming live on YouTube starting at 4 p.m.! Eastern

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Every weekday, award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic delivers three ‘Double Shot’ shows as a supplement to the morning ‘Daily Shot' of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates podcasts!  Video versions streaming live on YouTube starting at 4 p.m.! Eastern

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Chris Halicke
Host of Double Shot of Steelers and Pittsburgh Steelers reporter
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Matt Williamson
Former NFL scout and football analyst
Episode: Scout’s Eye with Matt Williamson: The Offensive Player of the Week
Michael Peppacelli
Australian baseball broadcaster and Pirates fan
Melbourne, Australia
Episode: DK’s Double Shot of Pirates: Hey, dad! Bullpen game!
Alan Dennison
Caller featured on the show
Episode: DK’s Double Shot of Steelers: Next for Joey Porter?
Jose Negron
Beat reporter, Chicago coverage (announced for a future segment)
Daily Shot of Pirates / DK Pittsburgh Sports
Episode: DK's Daily Shot of Pirates: The Konnor Griffin impact
Jose Negro
Pirates beat reporter
Pirates beat reporting for DK Pittsburgh Sports
Episode: DK’s Double Shot of Pirates: Six in Chicago!
Andrei Kuzmenko
Penguins forward joining the team this offseason
Pittsburgh Penguins
Episode: DK's Daily Shot of Penguins: Why's Andrei Kuzmenko here?
Joey Porter Jr.
Steelers cornerback, entering season
Pittsburgh Steelers
Episode: DK’s Double Shot of Steelers: Latest on Joey Porter
Gabe Rubio
Steelers player, featured in interview
Pittsburgh Steelers
Episode: DK's Live Shot of Steelers: Postgame vs. Jets

Host

Dejan Kovacevic
Lead host and long-time Pittsburgh sports journalist with DK Pittsburgh Sports; drives show direction and insider analysis.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Great show

    Engaging, informative, and professional. Best sports podcast in PGH. DK knows the team, talks to players, and has great guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matty L. K.
    United States7 months ago
  • Consistency

    I appreciate the daily content on all three teams.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _Skibum
    United States8 months ago
  • Got political and lost me

    Paid for lifetime membership and after 6 years, I’m done. DK lost his mind and instead became a political commentator. Is that what we want?

    I’ll be looking for another “sports” site.

    Such a dope move by DK.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JK of Miami
    United States9 months ago
  • Great podcast around Pittsburgh teams

    If you are interested in deep-dive analysis and critical recaps of recent games or just like the Pittsburgh teams, you have to subscribe to this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trissi2508
    Germany9 months ago
  • Very little knowledge

    Was looking for a decent Steelers podcast ahead of the playoff game.

    I have never heard a less educated podcast and it was obvious within seconds.

    The man had never heard of a single player on a defense with 5 all-pro level players. They also are unaware that Phillip Rivers didn’t play week 18 which was a national story given his retirement. I think it’s safe to assume there are better options out there.

    Matt Williamson is still a smart man though, I will just go directly to his podcast to... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kwbuzz23wk
    United States10 months ago

Listeners Say

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Many value insider context and team-specific coverage.
Listeners praise the depth and honesty, with strong Pittsburgh focus.
Some listeners feel politics or broad-national takes dilute the sports focus; others praise candid, no-nonsense analysis.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#5
United States/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#216
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#20
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#115
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#28
Germany/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#30
Australia/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

DK's Daily Shot of Pirates: A solidified closer
Q: How much do you think the change in pitching coach contributed to the overall decline in the performance of the staff from the remarkable 2025 season?
Negron says pitching coach Bill Murphy bears some responsibility, but also credits him for player improvements and argues that the pitchers themselves share the blame. He points to the rotation's uneven performance and lack of depth, concluding that responsibility is spread across the coaching staff and players.
DK's Daily Shot of Penguins: About that internal budget
Q: Any chance really Koivunen or another young youngster gets a shot with Crosby?
Haas says Koivunen is a strong option because he has previously played well with Crosby and is currently earning a larger role. He notes that the team may want to let his current line develop and that Igor Chinakhov's return could affect the lineup.
DK's Daily Shot of Steelers: The real identity
Q: Do you think the soft zone tackle-to-catch defensive schemes that have been pretty effective to date will continue to be effective?
Halleck says the approach has worked by limiting scoring and is likely to remain in place because the Steelers' current outside cornerbacks are better suited to zone coverage than consistent press-man coverage. He adds that the defense could become more effective as players adjust and stay healthy.
DK's Double Shot of Steelers: Back from Paris!
Q: Do you think the Steelers can be a 13-win team?
Halleck thinks 11 wins remains realistic but is not ready to predict 13. He wants to see more from the passing game and more takeaways from the defense before considering Pittsburgh a contender for that many wins.
DK's Double Shot of Steelers: Back from Paris!
Q: Is Josh Downs worth a third-round pick?
Halleck says Downs is a good player but may not be the type of receiver Pittsburgh needs. He would prioritize a player who can create separation or win contested catches, and thinks Downs could fit better in a system with more space in the slot.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Pittsburgh-focused daily sports show network delivering quick, candid takes on the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates each weekday, plus brisk, live-streamed episodes in the afternoon. Conversations skew toward game analysis, roster decisions, and player development, with a strong emphasis on insider knowledge, data-driven angles, and fan interaction. Notable strengths include a cohesive host team, deep local roots, and a willingness to tackle roster battles, contracts, and season-long storytelling with a clear, opinionated voice.

The format stands out for its three morning episodes (one per team) followed by live, audience-driven afternoon shows, creating consistent, multi-viewpoint coverage of Pittsburgh's sports scene and a steady stream... more

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1. Chris Halicke
2. Matt Williamson
3. Michael Peppacelli
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