tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post1389025559581818965..comments2024-01-01T18:41:14.457-05:00Comments on NFL from the sidelines: Post-Baltimore thoughtsMoehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13612323587459830074noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-78151220668174582182013-10-22T14:13:19.785-04:002013-10-22T14:13:19.785-04:00Good chance the Vikings win (or at least make it m...Good chance the Vikings win (or at least make it much closer) last night if Cassell or Ponder had started at qb. Or perhaps if AP had gotten more than 13 carries.Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-47384307596641669362013-10-22T11:12:23.566-04:002013-10-22T11:12:23.566-04:00Yeesh, can't believe we lost to that Viking te...Yeesh, can't believe we lost to that Viking team.Easleynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-17266658607489752292013-10-22T09:09:36.366-04:002013-10-22T09:09:36.366-04:00your right, redman is not responsible for holding ...your right, redman is not responsible for holding onto the ball when running and getting tackled. <br /><br />and, of course, whatever the running back is able to gain in yards is solely based on the o-line blocking. i mean, how could you expect a RB to quickly determine the designated hole is not there and then change direction to a more beneficial area? crazy stuff.<br /><br />oh well, i guess if it only matters how the o-line blocks then you might as well go with the younger RB figuring he will cost you less and last longer.<br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-30786231053124504362013-10-21T23:37:26.473-04:002013-10-21T23:37:26.473-04:00Redman still has talent, a good spin move, and he ...Redman still has talent, a good spin move, and he is an excellent pass blocker. I agree that Bell has a bit more speed than Redman, but our Oline was not blocking the way that it is now in game 1. Those fumbles he had were a direct result of poor run blocking and guys in his face right away and a bad hand off by Ben.<br /><br />I think Redman is not done in the league yet. But he may be done in Pittsburgh if there are not any injuries. Tomlin has a big iron clad dog house. <br /><br />Redman, fairly or unfairly, lost the "two dogs, one bone" fight to Bell and Dwyer.<br /><br />Mrs. Isaac RedmanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-40245005557405515572013-10-21T18:04:28.400-04:002013-10-21T18:04:28.400-04:00I wouldn't want to be around Mrs. Isaac Redman...I wouldn't want to be around Mrs. Isaac Redman about now. <br /><br />For the record, I always pulled for him. Best of luck Redzone!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-50042310360898836392013-10-21T15:41:14.859-04:002013-10-21T15:41:14.859-04:00I thought the replay showed pretty clearly that he...I thought the replay showed pretty clearly that he was out of bounds, and I heard the whistle too. I was wondering why they were all still running after it was blown. I get your point that the ref shouldn't have blown the whistle in the first place, but it's kind of a meaningless argument since the net result was correct anyway. <br /><br />The Raiders and the Titans are the two bad teams that seem to give the Steelers fits lately. Thank god we took away their secret weapon in Gradkowski. <br /><br />philnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-47817261050147323502013-10-21T15:10:45.753-04:002013-10-21T15:10:45.753-04:00i don't know dale. i understand your logic an...i don't know dale. i understand your logic and part of me agrees with you. but the other part says i want refs to call what they see. i don't want them to take into consideration game situation to make or not make a call. <br /><br />such as hail mary plays, if you see interference then call it. it's not a free for all, it's just like every other play in the game.<br /><br />same goes for the return. if he steps out, then do your job and call it when you see it. what if the video review guys blow it and make the wrong call - it's happened before - now the ref that intentionally swallowed his whistle looks like an idiot.<br /><br />i think the ref made a good call and i didn't have any problem with him blowing the play dead. personally, i thought he stepped out, so did both my sons. if coaches/players don't like the fact it is not reviewable, then that is a rules issue, not a referee issue, in my opinion. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-70628439438562391272013-10-21T14:43:16.230-04:002013-10-21T14:43:16.230-04:00What a refreshing old-school win! I have a feeling...What a refreshing old-school win! I have a feeling Haley is suddenly going to look a lot smarter with Bell in the backfield. It's amazing what a competent running threat can do to keep defenses honest.Easleynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-57957059268228301072013-10-21T13:48:53.270-04:002013-10-21T13:48:53.270-04:00Steelers won't negotiate with a player under c...Steelers won't negotiate with a player under contract during the season. Can cause hard feelings.<br /><br />As for the Sanders thing, the point is not whether he was in or out - it was close - it's that the officials blew a borderline call dead knowing that it could not be reviewed. It was under two minutes. Let things play out. It will automatically be reviewed regardless of the outcome.Dale Lolleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13089003781188560287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-14460958453529709542013-10-21T13:46:05.642-04:002013-10-21T13:46:05.642-04:00Suisham is seriously the team MVP this yr. He has...Suisham is seriously the team MVP this yr. He has been money!! Cincy keeps finding ways to eeek out wins. That needs to cease ASAP! DDnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-3882485333884201912013-10-21T12:10:55.852-04:002013-10-21T12:10:55.852-04:00A few thoughts:
See what a couple of wins does, no...A few thoughts:<br />See what a couple of wins does, nobody mentions firing anybody.<br /><br />How ironic, instead of the two second round picks, the Steelers play an undrafted free agent and a free agent nobody wanted at tackle and have their best running game of the season. This was against two of the better sack meisters, S&D, so it was also good game planning to run inside at an injured Ngata.<br /><br />I agree with Greg Mercer, if Velasco is on a one year deal, allow the exception of not negotiating during the season. The intent of the rule is to not create distractions, but I don’t think it will and the offset is I would hate to see a good offensive lineman leave at the end of the season. It does set precedent though.<br /><br />Don’t know if the Steelers are cursed with the karma of the “Immaculate Reception, but they’ve lost to some crappy Oakland teams recently. The fact that Oakland had a bye, the Steelers are coming off an emotional win with a division rival and have to travel to Oakland make it that much harder.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-41312791549047467362013-10-21T10:16:26.554-04:002013-10-21T10:16:26.554-04:00i thought he stepped out.
i liked the play call...i thought he stepped out. <br /><br />i liked the play calling this game. nice job mixing things up and keeping the defense off balance. suggs is a beast, btw.<br /><br />nice to have a "real" RB in the backfield. i thought dwyer might be that guy the beginning of last year, but obviously he couldn't put it all together. bell is the real deal though. i know it's only a few games so far, but it's hard to overlook the fact he is very talented.<br /><br />timmons was a beast in this game. i hope he keeps it going because that is what this guy is capable of. also, i think #43 is having one of his best years of his career. he might not have the picks or huge splash plays, but he is everywhere and playing extremely well.<br /><br />now, will the steelers slump to the raider's level (as usual) or keep the momentum going? this is where good coaching comes in handy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-65043086623964472782013-10-21T10:07:57.599-04:002013-10-21T10:07:57.599-04:00It was easy to hear the whistle on the TV broadcas...It was easy to hear the whistle on the TV broadcast, because of all the sound equipment located on the sidelines. At the stadium, the whistles can easily be drowned out by the crowd noise.<br /><br />Personally, I thought Sanders got a raw deal. I thought his heal was off the ground, and that the part of his foot touching the ground was still in bounds. BUT, it worked out because the Steelers set up the winning score without having to give the ball back.<br />Natehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16153045287325441832noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-9093894671924680422013-10-21T08:48:30.373-04:002013-10-21T08:48:30.373-04:00I heard a whistle too during Sanders' runback,...I heard a whistle too during Sanders' runback, although neither announcer mentioned it. I think it's safe to say any review would have overturned the TD. Replay looked like he was out of bounds with his heel. Glad Ben had the chance to drive us downfield, he needed that.<br /><br />JKAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-54945357802874679502013-10-21T07:30:39.508-04:002013-10-21T07:30:39.508-04:00Have to credit Guy Whimper, he was respectable at ...Have to credit Guy Whimper, he was respectable at RT, not the disaster everyone thought he would be.<br /><br />I doubt there was a whistle on the Sanders' return since no one on either team stopped playing.<br /><br />Timmons and Williams were both terrific at ILB.adamgnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-70195012443432955582013-10-21T02:35:57.739-04:002013-10-21T02:35:57.739-04:00I think you answered your own question, Greg. It&#...I think you answered your own question, Greg. It's not the Steelers wayDale Lolleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13089003781188560287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-44168893767436349592013-10-21T01:24:55.307-04:002013-10-21T01:24:55.307-04:00I know it's not the Steelers way, but given th...I know it's not the Steelers way, but given their cap situation, any possibility the Steelers try to save a few bucks and extend Velasco during the season?<br /><br />He may not have the mobility of Pouncey, but I think he does a much better job anchoring the middle and keeping rushers out of Ben's face.<br /><br />Pouncey had one Pro Bowl year, but he is going to want to get paid like a 3-time Pro Bowler.<br />Greg Mercerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08562321900252424683noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-48146827125776705992013-10-21T01:15:38.599-04:002013-10-21T01:15:38.599-04:00They haven't given up on Adams. And Beachum is...They haven't given up on Adams. And Beachum is also getting it done. But if a top flight LT falls to them in the draft, it would be tough to pass. Playmakers at safety or WR would also helpDale Lolleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13089003781188560287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-35766345905019284342013-10-21T01:00:46.264-04:002013-10-21T01:00:46.264-04:00During the live broadcast, i could've sworn i ...During the live broadcast, i could've sworn i heard a whistle. in fact, i was surprised when he kept running and they put the touchdown on the board.<br /><br />either way, it was a great play, and the fact that he did barely step out just goes to show you what type of year it's been.<br /><br />on another note...<br /><br />dale, do you think Beacham's play thus far is making them re-think the need to draft a LT next year?<br /><br />Sure, he will probably never be another Jonathan Ogden, but I don't see why Beachum can't be a Matt Light caliber player... a guy who is just good enough in the run game, but excels in pass pro due to good technique and hard work in the film room.Greg Mercerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08562321900252424683noreply@blogger.com