Look I want Highsmith back. He is a very good football player and the position requires three quality players. However, I think mini- Watt is going to force one of the toughest decision of Shades career. Highsmith would hold a better edge no doubt. But it's real hard to deny the kid's pass rush and finish don't look better. I'm also betting ge could drop coverage pretty damn well too if you want to send a backer.
Anyone else thinking?
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I think once Highsmith is healthy we’ll see some of the package from the Falcons game where Watt, Highsmith and Herbig were all out there together.
Simply have to find a way to get all these good LBs on the field.
Even inside having Queen, Wilson and Roberts…what a luxury. Heck Holcombe can actually fully heal, no need to rush back.
Black and Gold people problems.
Simply have to find a way to get all these good LBs on the field.
Even inside having Queen, Wilson and Roberts…what a luxury. Heck Holcombe can actually fully heal, no need to rush back.
Black and Gold people problems.
I haven't been overwhelmed by Queens play but some of it stuff you don't see. They get to play a lot of nickle with him and Wilson in there.
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There is absolutely enough snaps to go around for Watt, Highsmith, and Herbig to all get playing time each week.
Agreed, but three sacks two FF in limited snaps. At some point.........
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Sure there is
Be inventive with packages and keep guys fresh
Too many good pass rushers is not a problem
Thought Queen was money his run coverage was part of the reason they went toward the pass. When their game plan early was to run the ball.
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Not saying it's all Queen, but he's doing some good things to contribute to this.
I think Heyward and the Dline take up blockers allowing Queen to make plays and shoot gaps. I agree not all him but he is doing his job and IMO brought stability to the position that hasn’t been stable for more than a minute.
3 years 41 million. He wasn't brought in to hold his own. I'm not saying he is playing poor. I'm saying I expected more. You get an opportunity like today once every three four games. Dropped it right in his mits.
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It is a start....hopefully they can keep it up until we win the SB this year.
I think Queen held his own the first game, but has been very good the last 2. The defense as a unit has been playing well. I would rather have that than Minkah running around like a chicken with his head cut off tackling RBs 10 yrds downfield. No one has really been a liability which allows guys to play their game and not cover for someone else. Guys drop ints or passes all the time....Yes it stinks, but its better than not being in position.
No, I try not to think.. way to many stupid ideas when I do.. much easier to mindlessly post...
well one of the best posters here, don't remember exactly which one, posted in a Buy/Sell thread before the season something like
Herbig outplays Highsmith and takes over the starting spot....
I don't think that happens, but he will force himself onto the field more and keep making plays
Herbig outplays Highsmith and takes over the starting spot....
I don't think that happens, but he will force himself onto the field more and keep making plays
The Steelers have a long tradition of success with undersized olbs
I just think he is a better pass rusher.
Lloyd only went about 220-something.
I expected more from Queen after the first game, when he had two tackles. Yesterday he had 8 and was a force while on the field. Sure, the INT would have been nice, but at least he was in position in coverage.
He also had to adjust to a new scheme after playing his entire career in another. Seems to be gradually advancing to what they and fans would desire.
Just have to take that Guns n Roses approach.
Just a little patienccccceeeee.
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Queen will be fine. Had a solid game yesterday in stopping the run and dropping back into coverage.
Dobbins prior to yesterday had been tearing it up.
As for my main man Nick Herbig….Loved him since he got here.
You saw those two sacks, he looked like he shot out of a cannon. Guy has much more burst and speed than Highsmith. He must be on the field.
I like Highsmith but think Herbig is a better pass rusher. That’s me though!
Dobbins prior to yesterday had been tearing it up.
As for my main man Nick Herbig….Loved him since he got here.
You saw those two sacks, he looked like he shot out of a cannon. Guy has much more burst and speed than Highsmith. He must be on the field.
I like Highsmith but think Herbig is a better pass rusher. That’s me though!
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Nickle is very good for this team. Come out Highsmith and Roberts. Second or third and long go Wilson and Herbig.
I've been saying it since last year on the podcast. You might have to move Highsmith to get Herbig on the field. I'd trade Highsmith today for a top X WR.
Highsmith for Tank Dell
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You bet Stryker! I like Alex Highsmith but you just have to get Nicky Herbig on the field. Two former Badgers as our outside pass rushers.
Nicky just plays with a non stop motor like someone else we know.
If we can trade Alex for a top X WR I’m on board. Justin really needs another top WR.
Stryker, what about dangling Russ in front of the Dolphins? What do you think we could get?
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