Automatik
Posts: 14,632
Jul 27, 2011 5:31pm
Stillers interested in Plaxico....plans to have a meeting with Tomlin. I'm surprised to hear this.
http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/6809115/plaxico-burress-likely-new-york-giants-pittsburgh-steelers
http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/6809115/plaxico-burress-likely-new-york-giants-pittsburgh-steelers
killer_ewok
Posts: 11,379
Jul 27, 2011 9:05pm
I'm surprised too. Gonna do an about face here and say I would welcome him A.) At the right price and B.) With an improved attitude/effort.
He could definitely be an asset to the team if his head is on straight.
He could definitely be an asset to the team if his head is on straight.
killer_ewok
Posts: 11,379
Jul 28, 2011 11:30pm
Johnathon Scott and Willie Colon were both signed to two year deals. Shaun Suisham agreed to a new deal as well.
Max Starks and Antwaan Randle El were both released.
Max Starks and Antwaan Randle El were both released.
killer_ewok
Posts: 11,379
Aug 5, 2011 9:19am
LaMarr Woodley will be a Steeler for the foreseeable future. Schefter reporting a 6-year $61.5 million dollar deal.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Aug 5, 2011 9:37am
Good signing for the Steelers.
killer_ewok
Posts: 11,379
Aug 5, 2011 9:46am
Commander of Awesome;852286 wrote:Good signing for the Steelers.
I think so. His best years are still ahead of him IMO.
GoPens
Posts: 2,339
Aug 5, 2011 9:48am
Cuts his cap hit in half, by about 5 million.
Is Suisham seriously the best kicker we can get?
Is Suisham seriously the best kicker we can get?
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Thinthickbigred
Posts: 4,148
Aug 5, 2011 9:48am
We still need a left tackle
GoPens
Posts: 2,339
Aug 5, 2011 9:52am
Money saved could help go to those whose contracts are up after this year--namely Polamalu, Timmons, and Wallace.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Aug 5, 2011 9:53am
GoPens;852298 wrote:Is Suisham seriously the best kicker we can get?
I thought he performed well last year, that not the case?
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Aug 5, 2011 9:56am
GoPens;852304 wrote:Money saved could help go to those whose contracts are up after this year--namely Polamalu, Timmons, and Wallace.
Given Polamalu's recent injury history, would the Steelers be willing to gamble and give him another big contract?
2007 he only played in 11 games, 5 in 2009, 14 last year. Is there talk in Pittsburgh that injuries are a concern?
Edit: And he's now 30 yrs old.
GoPens
Posts: 2,339
Aug 5, 2011 9:57am
Polamalu's injuries are a concern, yes, but I don't see any way that they don't keep him a Steeler for life. (Although Franco did end up a Seahawk).
Suisham's history of post-season flops concern me. I'm not 100% convinced there's not an upgrade out there somewhere.
Suisham's history of post-season flops concern me. I'm not 100% convinced there's not an upgrade out there somewhere.
Speedofsand
Posts: 5,529
Aug 5, 2011 10:10am
I heard Starks may get re-signed. Anyone know?
killer_ewok
Posts: 11,379
Aug 5, 2011 10:31am
Speedofsand;852320 wrote:I heard Starks may get re-signed. Anyone know?
It would have to be at a nice discount from his previous salary. Haven't heard much about it though.
Agree about Suisham. He makes me a little nervous.
Regarding Troy...the injuries are a big concern but he's such a difference maker when he's healthy. I'd take my chances with signing him to a long term deal. Arguably the best defensive player in the league.
killer_ewok
Posts: 11,379
Aug 5, 2011 10:32am
GoPens;852307 wrote:Polamalu's injuries are a concern, yes, but I don't see any way that they don't keep him a Steeler for life. (Although Franco did end up a Seahawk).
Suisham's history of post-season flops concern me. I'm not 100% convinced there's not an upgrade out there somewhere.
I was hoping they would draft Alex Henery or Kai Forbath but they obviously didn't go that route.
GoPens
Posts: 2,339
Aug 5, 2011 10:38am
I thought I read somewhere that the Steelers thought Starks was at the end of the line--even Arizona, who needs linemen, didn't take him with all the old Steeler coaches there.
One report said that the Steelers were pissed because over the summer at one point he was over 400 pounds and only got down to about 370.
One report said that the Steelers were pissed because over the summer at one point he was over 400 pounds and only got down to about 370.
Speedofsand
Posts: 5,529
Aug 5, 2011 10:44am
I heard it would be for a lot less money. I've been nervous about Starks' injury since it happened. He also needs to lose 50 lbs. I knew something was wrong when I could never get info since last year. Wish him the best. He is a great guy, talked with him and Shannon Snell many times at UF. Snell's dad Ray played for the Tampa Bucs.
killer_ewok
Posts: 11,379
Aug 5, 2011 10:57am
No doubt that all indications are that Starks is a great guy. Ben wore #78 the other day at camp to honor him.
Heretic
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Aug 5, 2011 12:21pm
killer_ewok;852274 wrote:LaMarr Woodley will be a Steeler for the foreseeable future. Schefter reporting a 6-year $61.5 million dollar deal.
Happy times there! He'll be a defensive cornerstone for some time.
Non
Posts: 9,517
Aug 5, 2011 1:40pm
They'll sign Polamalu even if it turns out to be a mistake. They'll take that risk.
You figure how many games has he missed already vs. how many big plays he's made to win games.
Even if they get more of the same over the next 4-5 years they'll take it.
You figure how many games has he missed already vs. how many big plays he's made to win games.
Even if they get more of the same over the next 4-5 years they'll take it.
Non
Posts: 9,517
Aug 5, 2011 1:43pm
Woodley is the perfect match for the Steelers and their defense.
Why go someplace else? But many guys would because they don't think of it like that.
Nice to see him make a good decision like this.
Why go someplace else? But many guys would because they don't think of it like that.
Nice to see him make a good decision like this.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Aug 5, 2011 1:45pm
Non;852488 wrote:They'll sign Polamalu even if it turns out to be a mistake. They'll take that risk.
You figure how many games has he missed already vs. how many big plays he's made to win games.
Even if they get more of the same over the next 4-5 years they'll take it.
If he plays another 5 years I'd be impressed. He dishes out a lot of big hits and seems to be catching up to him. If you got 3 more years out of I'd say you're lucky.
Non
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Aug 5, 2011 1:47pm
True, although the three years might not be consecutively.
For example he could have a good 2011, good 2012, get hurt and miss most of 2013, and then return with a solid 2014. Something like that.
For example he could have a good 2011, good 2012, get hurt and miss most of 2013, and then return with a solid 2014. Something like that.
Non
Posts: 9,517
Aug 5, 2011 1:51pm
Woodley has 11 career postseason sacks and he's only 26 years old.
The most all-time is 16 by Willie McGinest so he's certainly on track to be one of the best in that category.
The most all-time is 16 by Willie McGinest so he's certainly on track to be one of the best in that category.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Aug 5, 2011 1:53pm
Non;852498 wrote:True, although the three years might not be consecutively.
For example he could have a good 2011, good 2012, get hurt and miss most of 2013, and then return with a solid 2014. Something like that.
It would incredible if at 34 yrs old he could still play to his current level. If he is still playing at 34/35 chances are he'll be a shell of his current self out there. Esp for a player that relies on his athletic abilty like he does.