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by franco32
Wed Mar 27, 2024 11:53 am
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Steelers sign WR Quez Watkins
Replies: 29
Views: 962

Re: Steelers sign WR Quez Watkins

I like the Watkins signing. He has real speed and the ability to stretch a defense. I've been screaming for years that we need more explosive playmakers to create more space on the field. I get it that he doesn't have the most reliable hands but I've seen him make some tough catches and big plays fo...
by franco32
Wed Mar 27, 2024 11:43 am
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Steelers sign Cordarrelle Patterson
Replies: 30
Views: 1022

Re: Steelers sign Cordarrelle Patterson

I understand the signing. I just have never been a fan of 33 yr old signings at positions that require great athleticism. All he has to lose is one step, and he's basically pretty useless the next 2 years.
by franco32
Wed Mar 20, 2024 8:15 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Terry McLaurin rumor
Replies: 28
Views: 862

Re: Terry McLaurin rumor

McLaurin is great, but you don't give up a 1st rounder and trade back 18 spots for someone who is soon to be 29.
by franco32
Tue Mar 19, 2024 5:15 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Mike Williams coming in
Replies: 95
Views: 1739

Re: Mike Williams coming in

Stop with the Bowers pipe dreams. We aren't getting him. Also, we aren't trading up unless it is a couple spots. We just don't have enough draft capital.

At this rate, we'll be lucky to get Jackson Power-Johnson at our pick.
by franco32
Mon Mar 18, 2024 7:37 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Steelers Trade For Justin Fields
Replies: 120
Views: 2595

Re: Steelers Trade For Justin Fields

Lamar sucks against good defenses. He really does. But, he's Joe Montana at reading defenses compared to Justin Fields. Have you all watched Fields lately? He's got guys running wide open and just doesn't recognize it. That's why he holds onto the ball so long, takes sacks, and fumbles. He has a HOF...
by franco32
Mon Mar 18, 2024 1:10 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: The Steelers are now officially the........
Replies: 66
Views: 1638

Re: The Steelers are now officially the........

Omar is trying and I give him credit for that. Wilson is better than Pickett and Mason IMO. So we should see some lift but the Oline still needs bolstering and I need to WR weapons added. Will Tomlin always hold the team back? Probably. But, we hired a OC with credentials for the first time in a lon...
by franco32
Mon Mar 18, 2024 12:58 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Steelers Trade For Justin Fields
Replies: 120
Views: 2595

Re: Steelers Trade For Justin Fields

The fumbles for Fields are troubling but you have to put that in context of someone that loves to run a lot. Still concerning. But, as B2B said, the bigger concern is between the ears with Fields. If you can't scan the field after multiple years in the NFL, your chances of developing that all of a s...
by franco32
Mon Mar 18, 2024 12:54 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Mike Williams coming in
Replies: 95
Views: 1739

Re: Mike Williams coming in

Not everyone is a Debbie Downer. I think most on here like a lot of the moves but there may be ones we don't like. I liked the Wilson addition for cheap for example, but I'm not a fan of Justin Fields as an NFL QB. (He can run though anytime in my offense.) Williams is really good but broken all too...
by franco32
Sat Mar 16, 2024 11:14 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Steelers Trade For Justin Fields
Replies: 120
Views: 2595

Re: Steelers Trade For Justin Fields

Fields does suck but he can be a good number 2. Problem is we gave away draft capital for a one yr player. If Wilson gets hurt that turns into a 4th rounder.
by franco32
Sat Mar 16, 2024 1:57 am
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Pickett traded to Eagles
Replies: 259
Views: 2921

Re: Pickett traded to Eagles

Feels like Tannehill and a relatively early pick with near term upside or Fields and a late round pick / UDFA Why is everyone in a hurry to repeat the EXACT SAME MISTAKE they made with Kenny: picking a QB early from a terrible selection? Mark my words: if they pick a QB early this year they will se...
by franco32
Fri Mar 15, 2024 11:44 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Steelers signing WR Van Jefferson
Replies: 23
Views: 682

Re: Steelers signing WR Van Jefferson

I like it. We need more speed on offense. Speed, speed, speed. A #3 with speed is a nice mismatch.
by franco32
Fri Mar 15, 2024 7:52 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Pickett traded to Eagles
Replies: 259
Views: 2921

Re: Pickett traded to Eagles

I'm shocked because it opens up more holes on O. We are down to one QB and really one real WR on offense. That's not a good place to be a week into free agency with only 6 draft picks. The FO and Tomlin really must have been pissed at Kenny. I still don't understand how Fields would work. We have so...
by franco32
Wed Mar 13, 2024 11:46 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: FA signings - Still available
Replies: 104
Views: 1912

Re: FA signings - Still available

Boyd or Samuel would make fantastic #3s. Unfortunately we need a #2.
by franco32
Tue Mar 12, 2024 6:37 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Steelers to sign LB Patrick Queen
Replies: 56
Views: 1399

Re: Steelers to sign LB Patrick Queen

Queen is an elite hitter and maybe the best blitzing ILB in the league. He played next to Roquan and we all would rather have Roquan. I get it. But, I can see the allure. The question becomes what are they doing with Elandon? We aren't going to play Queen and Elandon together so they still have to m...
by franco32
Tue Mar 12, 2024 12:02 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: FA signings - Still available
Replies: 104
Views: 1912

Re: FA signings - Still available

Can we not sign the "aging vets" on that list please? This is a young man's game except in certain rare positions. Let's also stay away from broken players unless we are really confident they will heal and are young still. We can't trot out another old defense that has lost a step and expect to win.
by franco32
Tue Mar 12, 2024 11:52 am
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Steelers sign punter Cameron Johnston
Replies: 18
Views: 571

Re: Steelers sign punter Cameron Johnston

He's really good and really consistent. Now I don't have to worry about the 4th quarter shank in key situations. Good signing.
by franco32
Mon Mar 11, 2024 2:56 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Per Schefter: Russell Wilson is a Steeler, signs one-year deal
Replies: 143
Views: 2196

Re: Per Schefter: Russell Wilson is a Steeler, signs one-year deal

I actually think we do need another TE if Smith is running that offense. Freiermuth is solid (not spectacular) and has blocking issues. Also injury prone. Darnell is a glorified mobile OT. Heyward is limited as we all know. Wilson certainly could use another legit TE target.
by franco32
Mon Mar 11, 2024 2:22 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Per Schefter: Russell Wilson is a Steeler, signs one-year deal
Replies: 143
Views: 2196

Re: Per Schefter: Russell Wilson is a Steeler, signs one-year deal

It's a no brainer move, but make no mistake though, Wilson is about his brand. He would not be coming here if it weren't for Tomlin. He thinks his brand is enhanced with Mike T since the media continually fawn all over him.
by franco32
Mon Mar 11, 2024 12:52 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Per Schefter: Russell Wilson is a Steeler, signs one-year deal
Replies: 143
Views: 2196

Re: Per Schefter: Russell Wilson is a Steeler, signs one-year deal

I just don't see a lot of downside to this signing. I don't like his diva personality and weird character either, BUT 1. It's cheap as hell and guarantees we will be drafting QB in a yr. 2. It could improve the team. 3. Worst case he implodes and becomes a major team cancer. But, that could actually...
by franco32
Thu Mar 07, 2024 3:59 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Go get Russell Wilson
Replies: 248
Views: 4315

Re: Go get Russell Wilson

People are jizzing over JJ because they secretly think he has untapped potential. They think he has a hidden upside that has been masked by having to hand off all the time. He also threw well in shorts. It's a big gamble IMO. He's got a very very lean frame and I'm not sure he will hold up in the NFL.
by franco32
Tue Mar 05, 2024 3:01 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Go get Russell Wilson
Replies: 248
Views: 4315

Re: Go get Russell Wilson

I just don't see it with Penix either. I don't love Nix, but I'd much rather have him if we are going QB in Rd 1 (which we aren't).
by franco32
Mon Mar 04, 2024 10:34 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Go get Russell Wilson
Replies: 248
Views: 4315

Re: Go get Russell Wilson

I think he's over the hill, BUT, is it true we'd pay nothing but vet min to him and Denver has to pay his salary? If so, I'm struggling to see the downside.
by franco32
Mon Mar 04, 2024 2:33 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: I never want to see little ken ever again
Replies: 44
Views: 1297

Re: I never want to see little ken ever again

I'm a big believer that if the FO isn't sold on Kenny, then it is their duty to look at drafting QB. They haven't shown interest of course so it's a moot point. But, you have to keep rolling the dice. The defense is already getting on the older side and needs replenishment despite a lot of draft cap...
by franco32
Mon Mar 04, 2024 1:12 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: C Mortenson Passes
Replies: 9
Views: 320

Re: C Mortenson Passes

Yeah. One of the good ones. Tried to report news instead of guessing too much. RIP
by franco32
Fri Mar 01, 2024 12:11 am
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Falcons Release Jonnu Smith
Replies: 18
Views: 610

Re: Falcons Release Jonnu Smith

DP39

That post is depressing. Sounds like an XFL team there.
by franco32
Fri Feb 23, 2024 9:00 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Chiefs sign Punter Matt Araiza.
Replies: 31
Views: 966

Re: Chiefs sign Punter Matt Araiza.

I'm annoyed that we aren't actively turning over every stone to improve the team...punter included. I'd rather not waste a draft pick on a punter, so it would have been nice to bring in a guy with tons of college pedigree.
by franco32
Fri Feb 23, 2024 3:00 am
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Chiefs sign Punter Matt Araiza.
Replies: 31
Views: 966

Re: Chiefs sign Punter Matt Araiza.

YAY!! We continue to win Public Relations Lombardis while other teams win real ones. Now, we can be praised by Molly Qerim and other useless talking heads about what a "stand up" organization we are while we continue to slog in mediocrity. Is there anyone in the org with balls and a cut throat menta...
by franco32
Tue Feb 20, 2024 3:28 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: A smart, hardworking WR the Stillers should be looking at.
Replies: 29
Views: 851

Re: A smart, hardworking WR the Stillers should be looking at.

I could live with more TE sets if our number 2 and 3 TEs weren't Heyward and Washington. Heyward is limited and Washington is like a 1977 Impala trying to get up to speed. They threaten no one.
by franco32
Sun Feb 18, 2024 3:17 am
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Steelers to sign
Replies: 35
Views: 1261

Re: Steelers to sign

Araiza is a common Mexican name, so I don't think the lack of DEI points is causing this. No team is touching him because they don't want the PR headaches. Thing is though he was cleared. I don't know why he has to continue to be blackballed.
by franco32
Sat Feb 17, 2024 1:33 pm
Forum: Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL Discussion
Topic: Steelers to sign
Replies: 35
Views: 1261

Re: Steelers to sign

We wish. This would be a bold move for a franchise so worried about its PR. It would show me Omar's head is going in the right direction.