Blount Leaves Field Before Game Is Over

[Ghost of Frenchy Fuqua]

I'm not ready for Josh Harris or Alvester Alexander as a backup.

And I'd be concerned about how Blount's release might affect Bell. Despite Blount's bellyaching, by all accounts they're still close.

 

[SteelBuckeye]

With all the RBs going down around the league recently, somebody is going to give Rice a call.

 

[bigtwnvin]

News flash, Blount was brought in as a short yardage back, not the starter....know your role Blount! His actions are ridiculous especially after Bell rips off 200 plus yards, best showing from a Steeler running back since Fast Willie Parker. Tomlin better get in there and handle this one quick!

If you're going to invoke Fast Willie Parker then you must also include Frenchy Fuqua.

 

[Ghost of Frenchy Fuqua]

Thanks for remembering me.

 

[bermudasteel]

Cut him. It's not like he's irreplaceable. Will Johnson could probably fill his role.

Here are some practice squad RBs

Josh Harris 5'10 206, on steelers PS already.
James Wilder Jr - 6'3 230, Florida State - big back whose dad played for years in the NFL.
George Atkinson 6'1 218, Notre Dame a good return man as well as a RB
Matthew Tucker 6'0 227 TCU - great short yardage back, tough

I like James Wilder Jr. - and yes, I'd cut Blount before the week ends...

 

[bigtwnvin]

I appreciate that he is a competitor and wants the ball but at the same time he is getting paid a bunch of money so he should just cash his checks and shut up.

Unfortunately paranoia, depression, delusions of grandeur and self centered attitudes are side effects of marijuana use.
Just saying

 

[SteelVictory]

Ben, on his 11am radio show, didn't necessarily put up any defense in support of Blount.
Basically said he didn't know exactly what happened yet, had to find out today but that type of conduct wasn't the Steelers way.

 

[nitsuj1225]

Ben Tate anyone? http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11896908/cleveland-browns-waive-ben-tate

 

[SteelBuckeye]

Ben, on his 11am radio show, didn't necessarily put up any defense in support of Blount.
Basically said he didn't know exactly what happened yet, had to find out today but that type of conduct wasn't the Steelers way.

Interesting, because Foster said on his show that the Coach made them aware of the situation in the locker room. Maybe Ben didn't catch it.

 

[SteelerAl]

Blount has been released. Confirmed by official Steelers Twitter account.

 

[BAS]

Sounds like they got their wish - Blount was released.

 

[thesteelcity]

pick up Tate. NOW!

 

[Steelerfan]

(I was unfortunately stuck at the brewery last night so I didn't see the game,).

Stop right there. Stuck at a brewery? You lucky mf-er. That would be heaven. To hell with the game, lol.

 

[Coryea]

pick up Tate. NOW!

he's going to want to go somewhere he can probably start, and if not geta lot of touches, would love to have him here though.

 

[Steelerfan81]

Blount released..wow

 

[Troglodyte]

We don't even know what led up to this. I don't get how anyone can have the opinion he should not be released given our ignorance.

 

[Ghost of Frenchy Fuqua]

I'm not ready for Josh Harris or Alvester Alexander as a backup...

Ready or not, Josh Harris it is.

 

[Troglodyte]

Blount has signed with the Arizona Cardinals.

 

[madinsomniac]

I always liked Blount's talent... it is a shame he is that kind of player. Guess the Steelers learned their lesson from Santonio. got to walk away when you can from that kind of disruption. Hope the guy who replaces him is a breakout star. UFA and RBs on the PS have a pretty high percent chance of contributing early in careers.

 

[Ghost of Frenchy Fuqua]

Truth or conjecture?

And no way they sign George Atkinson...Think about it.

 

[Troglodyte]

Can't help but wonder if this had something to do with weed (again).

 

[bermudasteel]

Lazy, lazy, lazy...

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap30...rrette-blount-released-by-pittsburgh-steelers

Blount is GONE.

 

[Steelz]

Well.. if Bell can continue to carry the rock 25-30 times a game then who needs a 2nd RB. But I for one will be interested to see what Dri Archer can do closing out a football game running against a tired defense in the 4th quarter.

 

[bermudasteel]

Blount has signed with the Arizona Cardinals.

Are you spewing or do you have some facts to back this up???

 

[Spike]

Blount released..wow

Good! - ******* piece of ****

you have guys taking the needle to suit up for games and this ******** is healthy and decides to disrespect everyone by being selfish

**** him