Random thoughts by Pittsburgh Handy

[Sevenisheaven]

1) I think Bell is a narcissistic **** but when I think of Connor in the backfield and Bell in the slot or a double back formation I think it would be great to have him back. IF they use him right it could make our O unstoppable

2) Sphincthner is coming into his own as a play caller.

3) That hit on Ben was a good thing. Nothing energizes a team like when your teammates are defending each other. I thought DeCastro and Pouncey were gonna pull shanks out of their pads and start stabbing. Those two have some serious nasty in them

3) After that hit the marketing department needs to come out with a Ben Bobblehead

4) Every preseason the press jizzes over some "developmment" that in the end never develops but I have to say the "trimmer Ben" blah blah seems to have had some validity. He looked pretty quick (for Ben) on that run

5) I really want them to save some serious Rick plays against the Pats.....they deserve it

6) A pump fake is always a weapon but I've noticed this year that league wide defenders are biting quicker. Maybe it's a spontaneous thing but I'd start designing more plays around a pump. The JUJU TD happened because of the pump.

7) God we miss Shazier. What kind if game would McCaff had with Ryan in the field?

8) Brown is awesome still but I think we've seen the best of him...still awesome but he's not super human anymore

9) That tie is going to haunt us

10) Connors play this year is going to allow us to go LB)CB in the draft

11) Bell off the team allows us to go after a stud FA

12) MacDonald was meant to play in Pittsburgh....dude has some nasty in him......I'd like to see them use him in a run play or shuffle pass like KC does with Kelce

13) My cousin who is a big Steelers fan started Panthers D and sat Ben in our fantasy league. HA!

14) If the Purge really existed and Collingsworth and Buck were in a room with you and you had one bullet who would you shoot?

15) I can't wait for the wise *** remark over my 15 points.....I'll say this ahead of time.....**** you

 

[AggieSteel]

Agreed with a lot of this. Although I’m not sure Brown has regressed, I just don’t think Fichtner sees things the same way Haley does. Haley’s offense was the “get the ball to the playmakers by any means necessary” offense where Fichtner likes to get everybody involved so the defense can’t get comfortable keying on anyone. I still think AB is an absolutely dominant force


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[Sevenisheaven]

Agreed with a lot of this. Although I’m not sure Brown has regressed, I just don’t think Fichtner sees things the same way Haley does. Haley’s offense was the “get the ball to the playmakers by any means necessary” offense where Fichtner likes to get everybody involved so the defense can’t get comfortable keying on anyone. I still think AB is an absolutely dominant force


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Possibly....I've just seen little things here and there.....seperation, some contested balls he doesn't come up with that he would have in the past.....A 90% Brown is still a pro bowler just seems like he's plateud

 

[Steelerfreak]

14. Can I line them up?


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[slashsteel]

AB leads all WRs with ten TDs. That is still super human. And that was with Big Ben not being on the same page with him early.

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[SteelBuckeye]

AB had a leg injury in camp. I'm thinking the effects are still lingering. At the beginning of the season he seemed to be missing some burst and the ability to jump for balls. That would account for the early chemistry issues with Ben. However, over the last two or three weeks, we're seeing more and more of "AB".

 

[topseed]

Yeah, loved DeCastro and Pouncey stepping in on Ben's behalf. Score wasn't close at the time, and even had a penalty been called, I wouldn't have minded.

The O-line has been impressive all season, and hasn't missed a beat with Feiler in there.

 

[black and gold apex]

We have gained more players that can make plays , does not take away from Brown's ability. Is nice to spread the ball around makes us somewhat less predictable.

 

[bigtwnvin]

1) I think Bell is a narcissistic **** but when I think of Connor in the backfield and Bell in the slot or a double back formation I think it would be great to have him back. IF they use him right it could make our O unstoppable

2) Sphincthner is coming into his own as a play caller.

3) That hit on Ben was a good thing. Nothing energizes a team like when your teammates are defending each other. I thought DeCastro and Pouncey were gonna pull shanks out of their pads and start stabbing. Those two have some serious nasty in them

3) After that hit the marketing department needs to come out with a Ben Bobblehead

4) Every preseason the press jizzes over some "developmment" that in the end never develops but I have to say the "trimmer Ben" blah blah seems to have had some validity. He looked pretty quick (for Ben) on that run

5) I really want them to save some serious Rick plays against the Pats.....they deserve it

6) A pump fake is always a weapon but I've noticed this year that league wide defenders are biting quicker. Maybe it's a spontaneous thing but I'd start designing more plays around a pump. The JUJU TD happened because of the pump.

7) God we miss Shazier. What kind if game would McCaff had with Ryan in the field?

8) Brown is awesome still but I think we've seen the best of him...still awesome but he's not super human anymore

9) That tie is going to haunt us

10) Connors play this year is going to allow us to go LB)CB in the draft

11) Bell off the team allows us to go after a stud FA

12) MacDonald was meant to play in Pittsburgh....dude has some nasty in him......I'd like to see them use him in a run play or shuffle pass like KC does with Kelce

13) My cousin who is a big Steelers fan started Panthers D and sat Ben in our fantasy league. HA!

14) If the Purge really existed and Collingsworth and Buck were in a room with you and you had one bullet who would you shoot?

15) I can't wait for the wise *** remark over my 15 points.....I'll say this ahead of time.....**** you

Just to insure we're all on the same page, let's start by pointing out that if you can't take criticism or think less of others that disagree with you; FAK U too!
That said let's discuss your points.:
1. I agree, Me'Veon is a selfish prick and without the Steelers All Pro O Line and HOF QB, his career to date is at best average. I don't think he can be used in the slot, not enough speed but who knows, those intense workouts in Miami may have improved his speed?
2.Agreed, Coach Randy's tenure as QB Coach has yielded a fantastic chemistry with BB.
3. Agreed, just goes to show you why this O Line is special. They know this Offense starts with Ben and keeping him clean is their mission. DeCastro is a stone cold bad *** and Maurkice & Mike Pouncey brothers grew up in the hood in Lakeland FL Wouldn't even want to get on their bad side EVER.
4. FAK the press.
5. FAK the Cheats too!
6. The "Pump" is definitely a time buyer but these guys are smarter and quicker. Looking off coverage works better IMHO.
7. Shalieve! Nuff said.
8. I disagree. Brown is double and triple covered. The Steelers need a 3rd legit receiver. Every time Brown gets in single coverage he is targeted. The Panthers rushed 3 and dropped 8 into cover only to give up 1st Downs to TE's and running plays. Even the defenders were getting pissed at each other for not getting help over the top. TD AB!
9.Only for Home Field advantage during yalP sffO. A tie isn't counted as a loss.
10. True Dat! Just so they don't waste a pick on another Artie (just got burned) Burns!
11. Perhaps, but does anyone know WTF Bell's dumbass agent is thinking today?
12. I don't think we've even seen the best of Vance McDonald. His past injuries have limited his playing time and development. Can't wait for #89 to be another Kelce or better. Same with Jesse James; although not a Ditka bruiser like McDonald, James is adding that height and smarts. In the full compliment two TE formation, defenders have to be on their toes.
13. Were it my cousin I would be riding that like a rented mule!
14. Buck of course. CC is a Bengals homer but he knows the game. His bias can be tolerated.
15. Refer to top statement.
Thanks this was kinda fun.