tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post8499446137635851630..comments2024-01-01T18:41:14.457-05:00Comments on NFL from the sidelines: Post-Cleveland thoughtsMoehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13612323587459830074noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-32877579226659138622009-12-17T09:28:40.073-05:002009-12-17T09:28:40.073-05:00The Steelers don't have a cornerback. At least...The Steelers don't have a cornerback. At least not an NFL-quality one.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-1598052483932353822009-12-15T16:28:30.759-05:002009-12-15T16:28:30.759-05:00So, now if the Steelers win their last 3 remaining...So, now if the Steelers win their last 3 remaining games, and almost squeak into the playoffs, will alot of you feel Tomlin should stay? <br /><br />I for one thinks he should stay regardless, and I know the Rooneys feel the same from their track record with coaches. I do believe its time for some coaching changes though.... and a few player changes are drastically needed. <br /><br />I do agree with Dale that BR needs to learn to not take sacks... a few in the cleveland game were obvious a sack was coming, dont know what BR was thinking?!?!?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-41204565674829893652009-12-14T21:19:19.416-05:002009-12-14T21:19:19.416-05:00Townsend's the best corner they have? Really?
...Townsend's the best corner they have? Really?<br />I like Deshea. He's always been cooperative with me, but his best days are way, way behind him. The only reason they kept Keiwan Ratliff coming out of camp was because they didn't feel Townsend could hold up through a whole season.<br />Ike Taylor's had a couple of bad games but he's still their best corner by far.Dale Lolleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13089003781188560287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-73376280965710912422009-12-14T20:09:18.656-05:002009-12-14T20:09:18.656-05:00Townsend's the best corner they have. How is g...Townsend's the best corner they have. How is getting old hurting the awful secondary?<br />It's the secondary that's hurting them.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-89925927338708968032009-12-14T17:49:57.951-05:002009-12-14T17:49:57.951-05:00I layed out a lot of what you guys are talking abo...I layed out a lot of what you guys are talking about in my story in Monday's O-R.<br /><br />I don't see a lot of different factions on this team as some of you do. I still see a close group. I just see one that got old at certain positions - d-line, Farrior and Townsend. They thought they could get one more season out the group. It didn't happen.Dale Lolleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13089003781188560287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-26488958819731898742009-12-14T17:10:36.433-05:002009-12-14T17:10:36.433-05:00I spell about as well as the Steelers hold a 4th q...I spell about as well as the Steelers hold a 4th quarter lead (zing).<br /><br />I think replacing Hampton is going to be harder than they expect. He said he doesn't expect to be franchised. But I can't imagine going into next season with Hoke and a rookie NT on the depth chart.<br /><br />If they don't lock up Hampton or bring in a FA, I would say that HAS to be their 1st pick in the draft. And forcing your hand on picking a position is just not a good draft strategy.Patrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10725231979706488599noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-50064490026958072832009-12-14T16:52:22.471-05:002009-12-14T16:52:22.471-05:00Someone will overpay for Sheppard. I think the St...Someone will overpay for Sheppard. I think the Steelers stick mainly with the guys they have now at corner unless they don't like Lewis or Burnett. The only guy that will be gone is Townsend (thanks for a great Steeler career!!). <br /><br />Clark might take less $ and stay now that we know Polamalu makes the entire secondary better. Carter is gone. <br /><br />We really need D linemen. The first pick has to be Hampton's replacement. They might keep him one more year but I am not holding my breath. I would not be against another D-lineman in the second round. <br /><br />Other needs- MLB, OL (of course),Safety, and offensive playmakers (A guy like Spiller would be great but we have other needs). <br /><br />I have a bad feeling that the next couple of years are going to be stinkers. <br /><br />chas steelAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-66784763853352418012009-12-14T16:04:46.365-05:002009-12-14T16:04:46.365-05:00these wanna be patrick people need to get a life. ...these wanna be patrick people need to get a life. I'm glad mommy lets you play on a computer but grow up or just leave! No one wants to read your complete BS you post all the time!<br /><br />Patrick I agree with you that the Steelers won't go after Weis (or at least I really hope not). I would like to see the Steelers get back to the run based offense and quit throwing the ball so much. Sheppard would be a nice pickup.Tomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16582720836318154728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-23025576064394161622009-12-14T14:43:27.385-05:002009-12-14T14:43:27.385-05:00yeh funny - exactly what I would say. Get a life d...yeh funny - exactly what I would say. Get a life dudePatrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10725231979706488599noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-91532441746949923642009-12-14T14:40:57.235-05:002009-12-14T14:40:57.235-05:00I think we should move Bruce Arians to head coach....I think we should move Bruce Arians to head coach. Then sign Charlie Weiss for the offencive coordenator and then sign Romeo Crennel to replace Lebow for Defensive coach<br /><br />If we can do this and also sign that long legged kicker, I think we will be good again<br /><br />- PatrickPatricknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-34842429805569209632009-12-14T13:28:55.258-05:002009-12-14T13:28:55.258-05:00I'm curious some of the suggestions for an OC ...I'm curious some of the suggestions for an OC or for FAs that will be available in the offseason. <br /><br />I'm ok with a new OC but if it means a complete overhaul, then it might be mixing it up too much. By that I mean in the extreme example, bringing a West Coast minded OC (that wouldn't happen, I know). I don't think Charlie Weiss will be coming here. I just don't see Tomlin enjoying that idea too much. <br /><br />In terms of FA's, I have no idea who might be available. Of course the CBA complicates that, but assuming they reach a CBA, does anybody have a list? And of course, players can be franchised etc, so its all way too preliminary. <br /><br />One guy that comes to mind is Lito Shepphard. I think PFT reported he never got a new deal after being traded to the Jets and will be a FA. If so, he seems like the mid tier kind of signing the Steelers would do. We al know they aren't going after the high priced/upper tier guys.Patrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10725231979706488599noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-53376176286714419672009-12-14T12:13:33.937-05:002009-12-14T12:13:33.937-05:00I like the guys who get on here and crack on Dale,...I like the guys who get on here and crack on Dale, the one who's taking the time to write this blog. Why come here if you think he's a hack or a punk?<br />Oh that's right. You come here because, if you showed your true douchebag self in the real world, you'd get your ass kicked. So you come here, where no one can do anything about the fact that you're a moron with no class.steelerarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05217733390725740744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-34704479303887840222009-12-14T12:07:29.903-05:002009-12-14T12:07:29.903-05:00Farmer Fran, you're quite possibly the dumbest...Farmer Fran, you're quite possibly the dumbest Steeler fan I have ever read comments from. So, from your infinite wisdom, we should fire a superbowl winning coach for allowing 'chaos'? And balkanized??? Please, tell me the small, hostile groups that this team has divided into. Use your insight and wisdom; share with us all the discernment that you have gained from sitting on your ass on your couch and watching this team on the TV three hours a week.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-63813322850403896062009-12-14T10:57:49.739-05:002009-12-14T10:57:49.739-05:00All this talk about who is sticking with it and wh...All this talk about who is sticking with it and who isn't is totally pathetic. And for Tomlin to also encourage shows he is not a leadership material.<br /><br />This team has been balkanized into so many different groups its disgusting. It is complete chaos now so for now on, until he proves otherwise, Tomlin is "Coach Chaos"<br /><br />Farmer FranAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-36852356441229453562009-12-14T10:08:02.906-05:002009-12-14T10:08:02.906-05:00The showdown between Tomlin and Ben over the offen...The showdown between Tomlin and Ben over the offense will be interesting. <br />If Tomlin refuses to fire Arians then Ben has totally whipped Tomlin. If Tomlin hires a new OC who brings us a more balanced offense then Tomlin has shown he is in charge of the team, not Ben.<br /><br />Tomlin has to choose between potentially alienating Ben and being a good coach. I hope me makes the right call.Robertnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-73005541261747364082009-12-14T08:46:09.322-05:002009-12-14T08:46:09.322-05:00It takes losing more than winning for Ben and his ...It takes losing more than winning for Ben and his co-conspirator to be reigned in . . . . we are now suffering the losing part which will lead to change. It will be very telling as to how Tomlin implements this offensive change. Will Ben get his feathers ruffled? Will Tomlin get an OC who will install a whole new offensive philosophy? Will someone one on the coaching staff stand up and say there is no way Ben should be calling any plays? Will someone demand the execution of a hot route or a check down?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-49683343729569604752009-12-14T06:06:22.996-05:002009-12-14T06:06:22.996-05:00Dale,
What is your reaction to the ESPN article s...Dale,<br /><br />What is your reaction to the ESPN article saying there will be coaching staff changes? The Special Teams coach just makes sense, but do you have an inclination that it could be more than that?Vaflyernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-56848730468596535682009-12-14T01:57:31.930-05:002009-12-14T01:57:31.930-05:00thanks for the updates dale. some of us appreciate...thanks for the updates dale. some of us appreciate what you put out here.Wedgebusterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03657288580613274882noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-18266340551971837282009-12-13T20:01:23.918-05:002009-12-13T20:01:23.918-05:00I'm a punk, huh? I see Roethlisberger all the ...I'm a punk, huh? I see Roethlisberger all the time. <br />It seems to me that you're the one taking shots from behind a keyboard Anonymous.<br /><br />Believe it or not, the QB has the ability to check out of plays if he sees a blitz coming.<br />It's called an audible.Dale Lolleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13089003781188560287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-74942897865811532502009-12-13T01:54:38.602-05:002009-12-13T01:54:38.602-05:00I think Miller is hurt. Watch that YAC yard catch...I think Miller is hurt. Watch that YAC yard catch he had against the Chiefs.<br /><br />Then watch him run against the Raiders and the Browns. <br /><br />And here is when I think it happened.<br /><br />Dixon had a waggle, and Miller was blocking, when he went to release, the Ravens player grabbed him, he lost his balance, and appeared to have twisted an ankle or a knee and hasn't looked well since.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-16320108420725222752009-12-12T19:01:26.212-05:002009-12-12T19:01:26.212-05:00Dale,
Do you think we will finally see more out o...Dale,<br /><br />Do you think we will finally see more out of Burnett and Lewis given the situation?<br /><br />In your opinion do you think Sweed will ever amount to anything more than just a guy?Pistolnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-36071986763107722972009-12-12T17:23:39.418-05:002009-12-12T17:23:39.418-05:00Dan,
I admit Heath Miller hasn't played well ...Dan,<br /><br />I admit Heath Miller hasn't played well over the last couple of weeks, but I think his overall body of work has been outstanding. If there's anyone that has passed their prime and it overpaid, it's James Farrior. I love the guy's' heart and his leadership but he's making more money that he's worth. Keyaron Fox is working his way into the lineup and Farrior is slowly moving out. I know his stats indicate a player who is still high in the statistics, but I've watched the film and I think it's more the scheme and veteran savvy. He's not shedding blocks and outphysicalling oppenents anymore.<br /><br />Just my opinion.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-52556147694845896782009-12-12T15:55:26.789-05:002009-12-12T15:55:26.789-05:00The Steelers have corners that will develop if we ...The Steelers have corners that will develop if we have faith in our scouts who worked on that in the last draft. I only want the Steelers to trade up and get Eric Berry. They will be able to grab NT in the second round.Zachttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05749871537572322686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-14209235752255844882009-12-12T15:20:53.711-05:002009-12-12T15:20:53.711-05:00My vote for the most overrated Steeler goes to Hea...My vote for the most overrated Steeler goes to Heath Miller. He is a poor blocker, he's slow and gets no separation from defenders, and he's been dropping passes left and right of late. I was opposed to his large contract when he re-signed earlier this year, and I think the contract looks even worse now.Dannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15287012.post-44648531021128104432009-12-12T11:52:30.235-05:002009-12-12T11:52:30.235-05:00So now, all we have left to play for is to get in ...So now, all we have left to play for is to get in good position for next years draft. <br /><br />Coaches: New offensive coordinator, and special teamers. Lets face it, BA showed he cant win without a shut down D.<br /><br />The draft:<br />Offense: I think QBs are good. If anything draft another QB so they would start freakin using Dixon in the wildcat, get this guy on the field more, he can RUN and PASS, no brainer there!!<br /><br />Willie is gone after this year, and Rashard can handle the load. Need to draft a good blocking back for long 3rd downs.<br /><br />Always draft OL. Tight ends are good. <br /><br />Sweed should be gone, so a tall WR may be in order, work in progress type to compliment Santonio, Wallace, and an aging Ward.<br /><br />Defense: Well, Aaron Smith is huge for this team, so another DL in the draft as always. <br /><br />The LBs are great, so continue that tradition with another great on within a year or two.<br /><br />DBs are a must. #1 priority here. Having Troy out, we are playing with backups back there. Gay is a backup, Ike needs help, and Clark is very good for support when Troy is in. This is a must for the draft.<br /><br />Special teams: Punter good, Reed may be gone after his drunken crap, so draft a good FG kicker, and Logan is OK, nothing like what he did in pre-season though, so draft another speed guy, or trade for Cribbs already!!! lol<br /><br />Just my two cents worth, as this season is toast....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com