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Chris Mueller

Chris Mueller has been plying his trade as a sports radio host - or hot-take artist, if you prefer - since 2008. He's called 93.7 The Fan in Pittsburgh home since its inception in 2010, and currently co-hosts the award-winning (no, really) PM Team from 2-6 p.m., Monday through Friday. When he's not fielding complaints about Mike Tomlin, he can occasionally be heard hosting some weekend shows on the Infinity Sports Network, or read in Yardbarker, and the Beaver County Times. He once posted a picture of homemade gumbo that enraged the entire state of Louisiana, as well as multiple professional chefs. He apologizes for this, as well as for any future opinions that you might disagree with. On Twitter @ChrisMuellerPGH. 

EXPERTISE:

NFL, MLB, NHL, Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Pirates, Pittsburgh Penguins, Pitt Football and Men's Basketball

Tom Brady's best suitor? Clearly, it's the Titans

In Tennesee's favor, writes Yardbarker's Chris Mueller, are a top-notch offense, solid defense and the Mike Vrabel connection.

For cost-conscious shoppers, these free-agent RBs could be bargains

Kenyan Drake, Melvin Gordon and Lamar Miller are good options for running back-needy teams. Yardbarker's Chris Mueller, Sam Robinson and Michael Nania weigh in.

Trade Odell Beckham Jr.? That's a losing bet for Browns

Head coach Freddie Kitchens, the biggest reason for the wide receiver's troubles last season, is gone, Yardbarker's Chris Mueller writes. .

Three free agents who could turbocharge defenses

Defensive standouts Jadeveon Clowney, Byron Jones and Chris Harris could be on the move in free agency. Yardbarker projects potential landing spots.

Prime-time combine? No thanks, NFL

It is interesting that at the same time the league is trying to transform the combine into a made-for-television spectacle, some of its teams are tuning it out, writes Yardbarker's Chris Mueller.

The 25 most famous play calls by sports announcers

Al Michaels' call of the Miracle on Ice is particularly memorable and inspired the name by which that massive upset is best known. With that in mind, and with the 40th anniversary of that game upon us, let's take a look at the best announcer calls in sports history.

The most improbable sports upsets of all time

Here are some of the more stunning upsets in sports history.

Expanded NFL playoffs all about the profits, not the product

NFL and NFLPA appear close to finalizing a new CBA that would make the regular season longer and expand the playoff field, but that is not a good thing, Yardbarker's Chris Mueller writes. 

Pro sports leagues who weren't afraid to challenge the establishment

American sports history is littered with leagues that tried to find a niche as an alternative to an established league or put their own spin on a traditional sport.

XFL 2.0 debut encouraging. Here's what league must do next.

The XFL’s most daunting challenge will be creating a true emotional connection with fans, not just locally, but nationally, writes Yardbarker's Chris Mueller.

MLB's playoff proposal is a mess. Here are fixes for the sport's real problems.

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred's proposed playoff changes are nothing more than a series of gimmicky attempts to drum up interest in baseball without addressing the sport's real issues, writes Yardbarker's Chris Mueller.

One 30-team league, robot umps and 'mercy': 20 bold ideas to save MLB

Major League Baseball is ill. A sign-stealing scandal is rocking the sport. Younger fans are tuning out. Attendance is in a downward spiral. Dr. Chris Mueller of Yardbarker offers "meds" to cure what ails the game.

Bet big, Tom Brady. It's time to take your talents to Vegas.

The Las Vegas Raiders want Tom Brady, and if they get him, it will be a boon for the team, the league and its fans, Yardbarker's Chris Mueller writes.

The best and worst commercials from Super Bowl LIV

No U.S. sporting event compares to the Super Bowl when it comes to anticipation or sheer viewing interest. It is a made-for-television spectacle, one that is as much about the commercials as it is the action on the field.

Why you shouldn't watch Super Bowl LIV

Sure, Super Bowl LIV looks like a good game, on paper. Your friends might be preparing a party full of good drinks, good food, and good times. You might think that it’s a must-watch, that you’ll need to carve out at least four hours of your Sunday, if not more, in order to watch the game.

Why you should watch Super Bowl LIV

Super Bowl LIV is shaping up as one of the best, most interesting matchups in recent memory...

Which star will be next to make business decision to retire from NFL?

Carolina linebacker Luke Kuechly’s recent retirement is another example of the changing relationship some players -– stars in particular -– have with the sport, Yardbarker's Chris Mueller writes.

Mad skills: Top 10 offensive players in Super Bowl

There is no bigger wild card in the Super Bowl than 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, Yardbarker's Chris Mueller writes. Where does he fall among the best offensive players in Sunday's game?

Oh, Canada? Imagining a Super Bowl in Toronto, Vegas, London and on an island

Vegas seems destined to be a fixture of the Super Bowl rotation, but what about taking The Big Game overseas?

Reid can lock up Hall of Fame case with Super Bowl win

The totality of Andy Reid’s career is hugely impressive, but the lack of a championship, coupled with ugly playoff losses, hurts his Hall of Fame case, Yardbarker's Chris Mueller writes.

Chief reasons why Tennessee (or Kansas City) will win AFC title game

In One-On-One, Yardbarker's Mike Tunison and Chris Mueller dish on the Titans' chances of becoming the first sixth seed to win a conference title game since the 2010 Packers.

Yardbarker's NFL conference championship previews, picks

Sunday's title games feature regular-season rematches. Will Derrick Henry run wild again for the Titans? Can Packers QB Aaron Rodgers avenge a Monday night humiliation? Yardbarker's Chris Mueller previews each game.

Derrick Henry to Chiefs? Plotting new 2020 homes for 10 players

Derrick Henry is a smashing success (1,540 yards rushing) for the Titans. But he's a pending free agent. Yardbarker's Chris Mueller gives the running back and nine other players a change of scenery for 2020. 

Imagining Tom Brady in Cleveland, Chicago, Tampa Bay ... and Pittsburgh?!

In One-On-One, Yardbarker writers Chris Mueller and Mike Tunison dish on 2020 destinations for free-agent-to-be Tom Brady. Wouldn't he look great in those ugly Browns unis?