Did you know future HOFer TJ Watt has NEVER won a playoff game?
Is he to blame for both NHALS and the 6 game losing streak in the playoffs?
Not solely no, but his nickname needs to be changed from “Low Watt” to “The Enabler.”
Tomlin cannot continue with NHALS if he doesn’t have star power to carry him.
None of us saw that star power from Watt in the stretch run last season.
Closed out the season with two straight empty stat sheets followed by a zero impact performance in the embarrassing playoff loss to the Ravens (Seriously, jump on Derrick Henry’s back one more time when he doesn’t even have the fucking ball).
In his weekly appearance on the Pat McAfee Show, big brother JJ implied that the Steelers missed their window for a hometown discount from TJ.
Good
Trade him
Why would he want to stay here?
Not nearly the vocal presence of his big brother, if I’m TJ I’m all kinds of yelling, “GET ME THE FUCK OUT OF HERE!!”
No way in hell I want to walk into the HOF in Canton, Ohio without a playoff win on my resume.
Embarrassing
Anyway,
If I woke up tomorrow with my head sewn to the carpet, I wouldn’t be more surprised than if the Steelers actually traded TJ Watt.
Won’t stop me from rooting for it.
Hell no I’m not paying him Maxx Crosby or now Myles Garrett money.
No way.
Assuming Watt stays, EDGE not a huge need but it’s still the biggest supply and demand position in football (after QB of course).
Trade Targets:
• Trey Hendrickson- With Myles Garrett getting an obscene STFU deal from the Stains, Hendrickson (and perhaps Watt) becomes the big fish when the NFL opens for business this week. The Steelers aren’t in on this stud, but I’ll be interested to see if a contender like the Lions make a big splash.
• Micah Parsons- Former Nittany Lion sure likes to hear himself talk. Whole world knows this dude wants paid. Question is, will Jerrah wake up from his senility induced stupor and pay him? I know the local yee-haws on Atlanta sports talk radio sure want in on this trade.
• Odafe Oweh- Ravens patiently waited for this Penn Stater to develop. Then when he finally does they want to trade him? Gotta be fake news.
• Brian Burns- “Didn’t the Giants just trade for him?” Yep. But if you watched last year’s offseason edition of Hard Knocks you know their GM isn’t the brightest bulb.
• Nick Bosa- “What?” Nick, like big brother Joey, will break down sooner rather than later. Sell high-ish. Read a Florio blurb that said the 49ers are looking at an organizational “reset” after having a serious case of buyer’s remorse over all the big money contracts they’ve doled out (mostly the one handed to Khan’s white whale, Brandon Aiyuk).
Free Agents (Nothing free about Edge Rushers)
• Josh Sweat- Super Bowl Champ made Pat Mahomes’ night a miserable one
• Dayo Odeyingbo- At 6’6 286 he doesn’t appear to fit Tomlin’s “scheme.” But maybe it’s (past) time to reexamine that scheme. Let’s get some young fire breathers of all shapes and sizes in here, utilize them in multiple formations, then simply say, "SIC 'EM!"
• Joey Bosa- “Am I hallucinating here? Just what in the hell do you think you’re doing?” “Learning about Cuba and having some food.” Jeff Spicoli’s long lost cousin just can’t stay healthy. John Lynch will seal his firing when he overpays Joey to play with Nick.
• Khalil Mack- Jimmy Harbs wisely looking to get younger and cheaper on defense. Mack another big name someone will overpay for.
• Haasan Reddick- Basically a lost year in NY after a lengthy contract dispute. I wouldn’t pay him either.
• Chase Young- “I never want to lose enough games to get a guy like you.” I want you to lose games, Mike. A lot of them.
• Charles Omenihu- Chiefs do it right on defense. Send ‘em in waves from multiple formations.
• Azeez Ojulari- “Bless you” Thank you. Allergy season starting here in the South.
• Malcom Koonce- Man, my guy Mayock’s brief GM tenure with the Raiders was a disaster. Maxx Crosby his only hit, but he also drafted this former Buff Bison.
• Harold Landry- Recently cut by the Titans. That organization is a dumpster fire. Too bad. Nashville a wicked fun town.
• Demarcus Walker- Florida Stater late of the Bears offers position flexibility and pass rush juice.
• Demarcus Lawrence- I know he’s washed, but the idea of adding true 4-3 ends turns my crank.
• Matt Judon- My transplant hometown Falcons gifted a 3rd round pick to the Pats for this bum. Falcons forever an NFL bottom feeder for good reason.
• Von Miller- Cut by the Bills. Shady dude. Time to retire to the chicken farm.
Draft (Open your minds to the 4-3 ends)
• Abdul Carter- Kid impressed the shit out of me during Penn State’s playoff run. War Daddy worthy of being draft’s top pick.
• Shemar Stewart- R-O-N’s head may explode if the Steelers draft both Aggie Shemars. This Drama favorite came in light at the combine at 267 making him more of a 4-3 end than 3-4 but still dig him.
• Mykel Williams- Annnd another undeveloped Georgia Bulldog (and a fragile one at that). Difference maker when healthy, but never lived up to 5 star status.
• Jalon Walker- Another Georgia 5 star stud. I’m going to list him as an EDGE rusher, but I think he’s better off playing Linebacker.
• Donovan Ezeirruaku- “Bless you. Buy some Claritin, dumbass” Damn allergies. Productive, undersized BC edge rusher will end up a Packer with former HC Jeff Hafley.
• Mike Green- Senior Bowl star rumored to have some off field baggage
• James Pierce- Explosive Vol also could slide amid rumors of off field baggage.
• Nic Scourton- Another Aggie Hellraiser. Played at Purdue with Chiefs stud George Karlaftis.
• Landon Jackson- “Smooth…like a seal.” No hair, no problem. Hog an elite tester that Tomlin would have no clue what to do with. YOU SUCK, Tomlin!
• Bradyn Swinson- I’d trade Alex Highsmith (just not a fan) and bring in a younger, more impactful force like this underrated Tiger. Brian Kelly, YOU SUCK!
• Jack Sawyer- “Captain Jack will get you high tonight, and take you to your special island…” Mr. Ohio, Captain Jack Sawyer won’t wow with athleticism, but this all out hustler is the consummate team leader. Culture counts, y’all.
• JT Tuimoloau- Another Buckeye that only knows one way to play. Hair on fire.
• Josaiah Stewart- Undersized scUM is another all-out hustler. Kid needs to eat a sandwich.
• Jordan Burch- 5 Star Cock turned Duck yet another 4-3 end candidate coming in 3-4 light at 279.
• Barryn Sorrell- Prototype 3-4 build. Won’t wow with the workout, but a productive player for the ‘Horns.
• Sai’vion Jones- How is Brian Kelly still employed? 6’5 280 screams 4-3 end so another fun player Tomlin wouldn’t know what to do with (Someone PLEASE intervene).
• Princely Umanmielen- Gator turned Rebel. Productive rusher needs to eat a sandwich.
• Jared Ivey- ‘Jacket turned Rebel. Suwanee, GA kid and proud North Gwinnett alum. 6’6 274 not big enough to play 3-4 but he can play football..
• Kyle Kennard- ‘Jacket turned Cock. Day 3 depth pick.
• “Femi” Oladejo- Bruin kicked out to edge to make room for stud LB Carson Schweisinger
• Tyler Baron- Again, how did the ‘Canes not blow through the crappy ass ACC? Gawd awful coaching. YOU SUCK, Cristobal!
• Ashton Gillette- Another tweener type Tomlin wouldn’t know what to do with.
• Jah Joyner- Productive Gopher flashed down in Mobile.
• David Walker- Hell no I’ve never seen an Arkansas St game, but I do read. I read this stubby fella has some raw power and explosion.
• Antwuan Powell- Ryland- Enough with the hyphens already. Just pick a last name and go with it.
Thanks as always for reading. Please comment on the EDGE players you like and those you don’t. Much like the DT group, lotta productive kids to choose from in the draft. Steelers interest will hinge on what they decide to do with the “Enabler” TJ Watt.
