Quick Hits: Aaron Rodgers heading back to Pittsburgh?

The episode opens with Nick Padone hosting Afternoon Drive on The Fan, reflecting on identity and naming conventions before diving into 'Quick Hits.' The main story centers on the ongoing speculation about Aaron Rodgers potentially returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers, with host JP noting the lack of a formal contract but the daily communication between Rodgers and coach Mike McCarthy. The hosts debate whether the Steelers should draft Ty Simpson regardless of Rodgers' decision, warning that prolonged uncertainty could backfire. They also critique Dodgers broadcaster Joe Davis for an unprovoked comment about the Cleveland Guardians, calling it unnecessary and tone-deaf. A sobering segment follows on Tiger Woods' recent crash, where he admitted to using his phone and adjusting the radio simultaneously, sparking a broader debate on self-driving cars. The hosts contrast personal driving preferences with technological limitations, likening current autonomous systems to early AI, while acknowledging the psychological need for control behind human driving. Finally, they discuss New Zips head coach Dustin Ford’s move to College of Charleston, questioning whether it’s a lateral or downgrade given the school’s facilities and conference level, with speculation about behind-the-scenes factors like NIL or personal preferences. The episode closes with a fun matchup poll: Shohei Otani vs. the Guardians or LeBron James vs. the Cavs.