iHeartMedia Pittsburgh and the Steelers Audio Network announced a major shift in their game day broadcast lineup Tuesday, as former Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman and two-time Super Bowl champion Max Starks will take over as the network’s new color commentator.
Starks replaces former offensive lineman turned radio broadcaster Craig Wolfley, who passed away at the age of 66 earlier this year after he took over the Steelers radio analyst chair on the radio broadcasts beginning in 2022.
Starks, who has served as a sideline analyst for the Steelers Radio Network since 2021, will now join veteran play-by-play voice Rob King in the broadcast booth for the 2025 season. The move gives listeners a familiar voice in a new role, continuing the organization’s tradition of pairing expert football analysis with trusted game coverage.
“Max brings a championship mindset, deep football knowledge, and an authentic connection with Steelers Nation,” said iHeartMedia Pittsburgh Market President Bobbie Loesch. “His transition from the sideline to the booth is a natural progression, and we’re confident that fans will love the insight and energy he brings to every broadcast.”
The broadcasting shuffle keeps Missi Matthews on the sidelines, where she’ll continue to deliver in-depth reporting throughout game day broadcasts.
In addition to their game day responsibilities, Starks and King will co-host In The Locker Room, Presented by Neighborhood Ford Store. The show airs weekdays from 10 a.m. to noon during the season on Steelers Nation Radio and FOX Sports Pittsburgh (970 AM).
Starks expressed gratitude for the opportunity and respect for those who previously held the position.
“I am honored to move from the sidelines into the booth for our game day broadcasts,” said Starks. “There is a long and proud history that I look forward to continuing. I have a tremendous amount of respect and admiration for the men who preceded me, and I hope to bring the same level of excitement and insight that Steelers fans have come to expect.”
The Steelers Audio Network continues to expand its footprint, offering game day coverage and original programming across multiple platforms. In addition to 102.5 WDVE and Fox Sports Pittsburgh, fans can access content via the Steelers mobile app, iHeartRadio, Steelers Nation Radio, and both the team and station websites.
As iHeartMedia continues to dominate the Pittsburgh market with its multi-platform reach, this latest move underscores the company’s commitment to enhancing the listener experience while staying true to the city’s football roots.
With a former Super Bowl champion now joining the booth full-time, the broadcast team adds a voice that not only knows what it takes to win in Pittsburgh—but also knows how to bring that story to life on the air.
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