✦✦✦ Official 2015 Pittsburgh Steelers Thread &#10 (1 Viewer)

[Evilgrin 72]

ex-CAR RB DeAngelo Williams to visit Steelers on Friday per Schefter

He'd make a decent backup to Bell if he signs cheap. Very clearly a guy on the decline, but on a 1 or 2 year deal as a veteran presence, I'd like it. He can catch, he's an above-average pass blocker now after being below average early in his career, good character "team first" guy who'd be satisfied with a backup role on a winning team (F U LaGarrette,) hard worker, good influence (F U again, LaGarrette.) He's not a 4.5 ypc guy any more, but as a 5-6 carry a game backup and emergency option? Sure.

And he also has to carry the load for a couple of games.

Ed B. thinks a deal gets done tomorrow.

I guess it is good news but as I said earlier there are a ton of decent FA RBs available and the market has not been red hot for Williams. I would prefer to see them address the defense first.

I like it because between Bell, Williams, Archer, and Harris, they probably have enough rosterable backs with complementary skills that they won't need to use a pick in the draft on an RB (save for maybe a late round/supplemental pick.) It's an inexpensive patch that will enable them to hopefully focus most/all of their attention in the draft on the secondary and the pass rush.

 

[Evilgrin 72]

Possibly good news as far as keeping Harrison in town is that Titans are resigning Morgan and appear to have a deal with Orakpo.

Nice. I want Deebo back for one more year.

 

[3C's]

God I want free agency over...it's like people don't understand simple concepts like the salary cap. "Why don't they sign Revis and Suh and McPhee?!?!?! That would solve all their problems but they're too cheap to sign anyone!!" "Why are they letting Allen continue to steal money?!"

 

[5-ish Finkle]

God I want free agency over...it's like people don't understand simple concepts like the salary cap. "Why don't they sign Revis and Suh and McPhee?!?!?! That would solve all their problems but they're too cheap to sign anyone!!" "Why are they letting Allen continue to steal money?!"

Sadly, the end of free agency isn't going to stop that portion of the fan base from continually regurgitating that particular stream of consciousness.

 

[3C's]

God I want free agency over...it's like people don't understand simple concepts like the salary cap. "Why don't they sign Revis and Suh and McPhee?!?!?! That would solve all their problems but they're too cheap to sign anyone!!" "Why are they letting Allen continue to steal money?!"

Sadly, the end of free agency isn't going to stop that portion of the fan base from continually regurgitating that particular stream of consciousness.

I know, it's just this time of year where all the reporters are filing stories and sending tweets, then the "smart" comments/replies start flowing. Another one I saw, "Moats is okay but when Jones went down Steelers wouldn't even start him so that tells you something right there." Moats actually did start a few games.

 

[Evilgrin 72]

What do you guys think about offering the Saints a 5th or 6th rounder for Keenan Lewis? His cap hit would only be $2.5M this year, which is less than what McCain signed for in Miami and he gets about $9M in salary over the following two seasons with a very negligible cap hit if he stinks/they cut him.

 

[Idiot Boxer]

What do you guys think about offering the Saints a 5th or 6th rounder for Keenan Lewis? His cap hit would only be $2.5M this year, which is less than what McCain signed for in Miami and he gets about $9M in salary over the following two seasons with a very negligible cap hit if he stinks/they cut him.

I'd be happy to have him for a 6th. Maybe a 5th. I'd be questioning why the drop off when he went to the Saints, though.

 

[Evilgrin 72]

What do you guys think about offering the Saints a 5th or 6th rounder for Keenan Lewis? His cap hit would only be $2.5M this year, which is less than what McCain signed for in Miami and he gets about $9M in salary over the following two seasons with a very negligible cap hit if he stinks/they cut him.

I'd be happy to have him for a 6th. Maybe a 5th. I'd be questioning why the drop off when he went to the Saints, though.

I think I'd trade the 5th. Who did they get in the 5th last year, Shaquille Richardson?

 

[3C's]

What do you guys think about offering the Saints a 5th or 6th rounder for Keenan Lewis? His cap hit would only be $2.5M this year, which is less than what McCain signed for in Miami and he gets about $9M in salary over the following two seasons with a very negligible cap hit if he stinks/they cut him.

I'd be happy to have him for a 6th. Maybe a 5th. I'd be questioning why the drop off when he went to the Saints, though.

I think I'd trade the 5th. Who did they get in the 5th last year, Shaquille Richardson?

I'd do it in a heartbeat but NO already has a ton ($9M) of dead cap money from the Graham trade and trading Lewis would add another ~$6M in dead money. Not sure they would do that.

 

[Godsbrother]

What do you guys think about offering the Saints a 5th or 6th rounder for Keenan Lewis? His cap hit would only be $2.5M this year, which is less than what McCain signed for in Miami and he gets about $9M in salary over the following two seasons with a very negligible cap hit if he stinks/they cut him.

I'd be happy to have him for a 6th. Maybe a 5th. I'd be questioning why the drop off when he went to the Saints, though.

I think I'd trade the 5th. Who did they get in the 5th last year, Shaquille Richardson?

I'd do it in a heartbeat but NO already has a ton ($9M) of dead cap money from the Graham trade and trading Lewis would add another ~$6M in dead money. Not sure they would do that.

Yeah I would be all over that but as you said I'm not sure they would swallow that much dead money

 

[Bojang0301]

It would definitely Band-Aid a problem with a guy perceived to be highly viewed by the management and fans at the end of '13.

 

[Evilgrin 72]

What do you guys think about offering the Saints a 5th or 6th rounder for Keenan Lewis? His cap hit would only be $2.5M this year, which is less than what McCain signed for in Miami and he gets about $9M in salary over the following two seasons with a very negligible cap hit if he stinks/they cut him.

I'd be happy to have him for a 6th. Maybe a 5th. I'd be questioning why the drop off when he went to the Saints, though.

I think I'd trade the 5th. Who did they get in the 5th last year, Shaquille Richardson?

I'd do it in a heartbeat but NO already has a ton ($9M) of dead cap money from the Graham trade and trading Lewis would add another ~$6M in dead money. Not sure they would do that.

He's demanding that they either guarantee the remainder of his deal or trade him. I don't know what his recourse is if they tell him to play a quick game of "hide and go f--- yourself" but they may move him just to get out from under the rest of his deal going forward and get a malcontent out of town.

 

[Idiot Boxer]

Big Ben re-signed.

 

[Bojang0301]

 

[Idiot Boxer]

And now DeAngelo.

Would have preferred Reggie, but this should do.

 

[Leeroy Jenkins]

I hope they can get Keenan Lewis in a trade. I think losing him was one of the biggest mistakes of the last few years.

 

[jurb26]

And now DeAngelo.

Would have preferred Reggie, but this should do.

And now DeAngelo.

Would have preferred Reggie, but this should do.

Like it. Stop gap for time Bell is out and good backup to spell him.

 

[Bojang0301]

I'm on board with others in hoping Lewis comes back. A 4th or less would be a win for a guy who doesn't have a huge salary and is familiar/good in the system.

 

[3C's]

Rather have Patrick Robinson at no trade + similar or less contract.

 

[Idiot Boxer]

Rather have Patrick Robinson at no trade + similar or less contract.

they're talking to him now

 

[fred_1_15301]

Big Ben re-signed.

Finally some good news!

 

[fred_1_15301]

So basically with this offense, the floor is 7 wins right? If we get anything at all from the defense, that number should go up significantly

 

[Idiot Boxer]

Steelers schedule is tough and most of the teams they play have improved themselves. AFCN title in reach, but win total may be lower

 

[fred_1_15301]

Steelers schedule is tough and most of the teams they play have improved themselves. AFCN title in reach, but win total may be lower

I didn't exactly set the bar high. I said 7 wins. It's sort of nice having an elite QB and knowing that your floor every year is 6-7 wins.

 

[AhrnCityPahnder]

https://twitter.com/jasonlacanfora/status/576517885423648768

‏@JasonLaCanfora

DeAngelo Williams deal with PIT is 2yrs/$4M but is effectively 1yr/$2M

 

[AhrnCityPahnder]

http://www.post-gazette.com/sports/steelers/2015/03/13/Steelers-sign-veteran-running-back-DeAngelo-Williams/stories/201503130318

“I want to come in and help them be productive on offense,” Williams said. “Whether that means me coming off the bench, giving the offensive line water, making sure Ben Roethlisberger’s towel is dry so he can wipe his hands and throw the ball better – whatever it takes for us to win a Super Bowl, I’m willing and able to do it.”

 

[Bojang0301]

It's too bad this is happening when he's 32. He's pretty much the anti-thesis of Blount. He's been a platoon guy for a few years now, just hope the wheels haven't completely fallen off. Add a rookie late to fight with Harris and hope Archer develops some I'm happy with this signing.

 

[Idiot Boxer]

That's a reasonable value. Not breaking the bank.

 

[Leeroy Jenkins]

http://www.post-gazette.com/sports/steelers/2015/03/13/Steelers-sign-veteran-running-back-DeAngelo-Williams/stories/201503130318

I want to come in and help them be productive on offense, Williams said. Whether that means me coming off the bench, giving the offensive line water, making sure Ben Roethlisbergers towel is dry so he can wipe his hands and throw the ball better whatever it takes for us to win a Super Bowl, Im willing and able to do it.

That's great.

 

[Evilgrin 72]

Williams will be a good mentor/role model for Bell, so he's worth the $ for that alone. Have I said "F U LaGarette yet?"

Ben extension wipes out his current deal and pays him 99M over the next 5 seasons with escalators that could make it worth $108M. Not bad work if you can get it. No word on guaranteed money yet that I've seen.

 

[Evilgrin 72]

Williams will be a good mentor/role model for Bell, so he's worth the $ for that alone. Have I said "F U LaGarette yet?"

Ben extension wipes out his current deal and pays him 99M over the next 5 seasons with escalators that could make it worth $108M. Not bad work if you can get it. No word on guaranteed money yet that I've seen.

31M guaranteed.

 

[3C's]

http://www.tmz.com/2015/03/16/antwon-blake-arrested-drunk-in-public/

 

[3C's]

http://www.tmz.com/2015/03/16/antwon-blake-arrested-drunk-in-public/

I'd hope nothing would come of this. Wasn't driving, no issues other than being out in public. Never know with the NFL though.

 

[Bojang0301]

So Robinson only got 2mil, cant imagine Moore was much more than that either on a 1 year deal. Couldn't lock up one of two backup level corners. Cam Thomas is still on the team and Polamalu is sort of getting hung out to dry. If it weren't for the Ben extension the offseason has been a bust so far. Not that the Steelers are ever that active in FA but would be nice to see some depth pieces brought in at this point.

 

[moondog]

So Robinson only got 2mil, cant imagine Moore was much more than that either on a 1 year deal. Couldn't lock up one of two backup level corners. Cam Thomas is still on the team and Polamalu is sort of getting hung out to dry. If it weren't for the Ben extension the offseason has been a bust so far. Not that the Steelers are ever that active in FA but would be nice to see some depth pieces brought in at this point.

Moore got 1.525mil for 1 year.

http://www.theredzone.org/BlogDescription/tabid/61/EntryId/48710/Bucs-sign-Sterling-Moore/Default.aspx

 

[Fiddles]

espn conjecturing steelers may trade up for cb waynes

http://espn.go.com/blog/pittsburgh-steelers/post/_/id/12909/pittsburgh-steelers-have-gotten-a-good-look-at-trae-waynes

 

[Evilgrin 72]

espn conjecturing steelers may trade up for cb waynes

http://espn.go.com/blog/pittsburgh-steelers/post/_/id/12909/pittsburgh-steelers-have-gotten-a-good-look-at-trae-waynes

I find that highly unlikely.

 

[5-ish Finkle]

espn conjecturing steelers may trade up for cb waynes

http://espn.go.com/blog/pittsburgh-steelers/post/_/id/12909/pittsburgh-steelers-have-gotten-a-good-look-at-trae-waynes

I find that highly unlikely.

I concur. Beyond unlikely.

If they were to trade up for anyone, I'd assume it'd be somebody who was a bigger playmaker. Perhaps one of the rushers. Even then, I doubt they're seriously considering it, unless they were just awash in comp picks. Too many bodies are needed.

 

[3C's]

Shocking but not, Harrison has been signed.

 

[Franknbeans]

Harrison working out with his mates

 

[Godsbrother]

Steelers get a 7th round compensatory pick (252). Woo Hoo!

It would have been more but the Steelers signed a lot of FA's last offseason.

http://www.steelers.com/news/article-1/Steelers-awarded-one-compensatory-pick/c0b832a7-0fec-4c7a-9165-295c437d43b8

 

[Godsbrother]

UPDATE: The Steelers compensatory pick in the 2015 NFL Draft has been changed. It was originally announced as a 7th round pick (252nd overall), but changed to a 6th round pick (212th overall) on March 25. http://www.steelers.com/news/article-1/Steelers-awarded-6th-round-compensatory-pick/c0b832a7-0fec-4c7a-9165-295c437d43b8

 

[Evilgrin 72]

UPDATE: The Steelers compensatory pick in the 2015 NFL Draft has been changed. It was originally announced as a 7th round pick (252nd overall), but changed to a 6th round pick (212th overall) on March 25. http://www.steelers.com/news/article-1/Steelers-awarded-6th-round-compensatory-pick/c0b832a7-0fec-4c7a-9165-295c437d43b8

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[The Hank]

Steelers announce they have resigned WR Darrius Heyward-Bey to a 1 yr contract

In celebration of this momentous occasion, I'd to direct everyone to my signature for EG72's commentary on this signing.

 

[Godsbrother]

Steelers announce they have resigned WR Darrius Heyward-Bey to a 1 yr contract

In celebration of this momentous occasion, I'd to direct everyone to my signature for EG72's commentary on this signing.

Championship!

 

[Evilgrin 72]

Steelers announce they have resigned WR Darrius Heyward-Bey to a 1 yr contract

In celebration of this momentous occasion, I'd to direct everyone to my signature for EG72's commentary on this signing.

 

[Fiddles]

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000481848/article/jalen-collins-dined-with-mike-tomlin-night-before-lsu-pro-day?campaign=Twitter_nfl_cfb

 

[Faust]

On The Clock: Who should the Steelers take in the NFL Draft at No. 22?

 

[Faust]

Five third-year juniors Steelers could target after first round of draft

 

[Godsbrother]

Five third-year juniors Steelers could target after first round of draft

Very interesting read. Looks like some possibilities.