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Steelers goal line carries (1 Viewer)
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Burning Sensation
Footballguy
TJ Duckett
diesel7982
Footballguy
I drafted Duce Staley in the 11th round of a recent redraft with the expectation he'll be taking some of Parker's carries and definitely getting the goalline work.
Haynes I think is the biggest threat to Staley.
Haynes I think is the biggest threat to Staley.
Jeff Pasquino
Footballguy
Duce likely.
Next - Verron Haynes.
Dark Horse - Cedric Humes.
Next - Verron Haynes.
Dark Horse - Cedric Humes.
diesel7982
Footballguy
Agreed about his time in Philly, but hes put on about 25 lbs and looked like a different type of runner in his 2004 work as a Steeler.
Cookiemonster
Footballguy
His '04 #s compared to Bettis' actually showed that he was a comperable if not better short yardage/goalline runner. Very little action last year makes him completely healthy going into this year for the 1st time in a long time (possibly his career). He should put up the same type #s that Bettis did last year, but if Willie can't hold up Staley is still capable of being a full-time back. Staley is a hard-worn 31, but having last year basically "off" after getting his knee cleaned up in last years pre-season makes him a great value and an even better handcuff. Remember that he is also probably the best recieving RB in the Steelers offense.
Unfortunately -- they have never used him out of the backfield --- somebody please send the FO some old Eagles' tapes.GOAL LINE (agreeing with one of the above)
DUCE until he gets hurt
Verron (even a possibilily with DUCE in there)
Dark horse --HUMES
If I had to bet on who would have the most Goal line TDs -- VERRON
Godsbrother
Footballguy
Evilgrin 72
Distributor of Pain
I think Staley will get the first shot. If he deos well, he'll be the guy - if not, Haynes and then Humes will get a shot.
The preseason will go a long way towards fleshing this out. If they give Humes some looks in the preseason in the goal line packages, and he kills it, you may see him. I definitely think Staley and Haynes get the early looks, though. Cowher's main reason for bringin Bettis in at the stripe 2 seasons ago when Staley was starting was not his size, but that Bettis was more familiar witht he goal line packages. That edge would now belong to Duce and Verron.
The preseason will go a long way towards fleshing this out. If they give Humes some looks in the preseason in the goal line packages, and he kills it, you may see him. I definitely think Staley and Haynes get the early looks, though. Cowher's main reason for bringin Bettis in at the stripe 2 seasons ago when Staley was starting was not his size, but that Bettis was more familiar witht he goal line packages. That edge would now belong to Duce and Verron.
Adam Sommer
Footballguy
I think the bigger question is what Willie Parker does.
I have always wondered about is durability, due to his size, and his performance last year.
He carried a light load in his first year as a starter (around 280 carries) but was on the injury report constantly and missed one game due to injury. I also noted in several of the Steelers games that I watched, that Parker was yanked early due to injury concerns.
That being said, I really like Cedric Humes chances. He is a big back, which the Steelers love. Duce is up their in age and has had injuries the past couple of years; I doubt he could take much more than 100-150 carries at most. Haynes simply is not a very good option. Without a trade, Humes may see some signifigant action, especially if Parker gets a big injury or fails to perform to last years hype.
I have always wondered about is durability, due to his size, and his performance last year.
He carried a light load in his first year as a starter (around 280 carries) but was on the injury report constantly and missed one game due to injury. I also noted in several of the Steelers games that I watched, that Parker was yanked early due to injury concerns.
That being said, I really like Cedric Humes chances. He is a big back, which the Steelers love. Duce is up their in age and has had injuries the past couple of years; I doubt he could take much more than 100-150 carries at most. Haynes simply is not a very good option. Without a trade, Humes may see some signifigant action, especially if Parker gets a big injury or fails to perform to last years hype.
Kiddnets
Footballguy
Evilgrin
What is the story with these Duckett rumors - I figured since it didn't happen at the draft it would not happen - why does this have legs? Even with Duce/Duckett, etc - do you still see Parker as the undisputed starting RB between the 10s and a legit #2/very good #3 RB in leagues?
What is the story with these Duckett rumors - I figured since it didn't happen at the draft it would not happen - why does this have legs? Even with Duce/Duckett, etc - do you still see Parker as the undisputed starting RB between the 10s and a legit #2/very good #3 RB in leagues?
Evilgrin 72
Distributor of Pain
I still don't see Duckett in Pittsburgh, I think a more likely landing place, if any, is in Denver. Parker is unbdoubtedly the starting RB between the 10s unless he struggles, then they'll run Duce for a series or two. Last year, there were certain teams against which Parker was very effective, but when teams started keying on the run and leaving Willie little room to operate, he got bottled up. In those instances, they'll bring in Duce to soften up the defense. I see Parker as a legit #2 in non-PPR leagues for sure, despite his likely lack of TDs.
Warpig
Footballguy
What I've heard is that ATL was reluctant to trade Duckett until they saw what they had in Norwood. Now that the ATL brass is impressed with Norwood and believe he can carry the load should Dunn slip, Duckett is being viewed as expendable. I believe he was mentioned in a couple 3 way trades involving Den, ATL, and the Pats. The bottom line is that ATL is in no hurry to trade Duckett but they aren't gonna give him away either.
Godsbrother
Footballguy
I think Staley. The Steelers have gotten into having a 3rd down back and Haynes is a much better pass-blocker than Duce.
Evilgrin 72
Distributor of Pain
Agree 100%. I think you'd see Duce with Haynes in on 3rd down and in the 4th quarter if the Steelers have a comfortable lead.
Evilgrin 72
Distributor of Pain
Anytime, man... thanks. Most of my stuff is simply my own hunches based on years of watching the team, but there are a lot of other Steeler fans with great insight, and several in the Iron City with an even better finger on the pulse of the franchise (i.e. Godsbrother, Frenchy Fuqua).evilgrin is my trusted source for all Steeler insight, thanks & keep it coming!
