Ryan Fitzpatrick is going to shred us
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They're gonna be calling him Fitzpicksix after this week, just wait and see.
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Well one thing we have going for us is that he isn't a rookie............................
Tomlin, PLEASE wake up and realize what product you are putting on the "D" side of the ball is n OT working. Go back to a more traditional, instinctive, blitz oriented type "D".
Thank you
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Tomlin, PLEASE wake up and realize what product you are putting on the "D" side of the ball is n OT working. Go back to a more traditional, instinctive, blitz oriented type "D".
Thank you
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I thought he was doing a Conor McGregor impersonation or some ****.
How much did Bud play in the last game? I saw a lot of Chicklo in there, especially in the 2nd half. He was filling in for someone.
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Matching Up with the Steelers
1. Bucs tight end O.J. Howard versus Steelers safety Sean Davis. It's clear that Howard, the 19th-overall pick in the 2017 draft, is coming into his own as a big-play maker. His 75-yard catch-and-run against the Eagles is Exhibit A, but Ryan Fitzpatrick has already found his tight end down the field on multiple occasions through two games. Howard is averaging 30 yards a catch and he's finding room to run because defenses have to worry so much about Mike Evans and DeSean Jackson.
The Eagles have three talented safeties, including Davis, whom they drafted in the second round in 2016. Davis and former Packer Morgan Burnett are listed as the starters but the Steelers also like to get 2018 first-round pick Terrell Edmunds on the field. They do so by utilizing nickel and dime packages where they keep the two starting safeties on the field and add a third in Edmunds. This gives them more flexibility in terms of covering tight ends, in particular. Davis is big, fast, aggressive and a good leaper, which makes him a good match for any tight end, though Kansas City's Travis Kelce did manage to have a big day against the Steelers last Sunday.
2. Steelers LB T.J. Watt versus Buccaneers RT Demar Dotson. The Steelers have an incredible knack for finding pass-rushing linebackers to employ in their classic 3-4 front, and their latest uncovered gem is T.J. Watt, the younger brother of Houston's J.J. Watt. Pittsburgh's Watt brother opened the season with a three-sack game against the Cleveland Browns and Tyrod Taylor.
Watt generally rushes standing up on the left side of the Steelers' front. That puts him in conflict with the right side of the opposing offensive line. If the right side is the strong side in the offensive formation, Watt often does battle with a tight end; however, when the tight end is on the other side he usually becomes the responsibility of the right tackle. Some of the NFL's right tackles don't have quick enough feet to keep Watt at bay all day.
Tampa Bay's offensive line is off to a great start in 2018, allowing just two sacks of Fitzpatrick through the first two games and generally giving the Bucs' viral star time to spin his Fitzmagic. Beyond those two sacks, Fitzpatrick hasn't absorbed too many hits. Taking his usual spot at right tackle, Dotson has been a big part of that strong protection. The Buccaneers haven't allowed a sack to a player coming around either edge yet; Eagles DT Fletcher Cox got one going straight up the middle on Sunday, and the other one was a scramble play where Fitzpatrick was caught from behind by a linebacker.
3. Steelers WR JuJu Smith-Schuster versus Buccaneers CB Carlton Davis. You don't need me to tell you that Antonio Brown is one of the most dangerous weapons in all the NFL. Keeping him contained will certainly be a tall task on Monday night. But the Steelers have cultivated another big-play threat in Smith-Schuster, the second-year player out of USC.
Smith-Schuster is a significantly bigger body than Brown at 6-1 and 215 pounds. He leads the Steelers with his 240 yards, getting 80 more than Brown so far on the exact same number of catches. Smith-Schuster also has the team's longest play from scrimmage, a 67-yard reception.
The Buccaneers drafted Davis in part because they liked his size and physical style of play. They believed he could develop into a cornerback who can match up against the league's bigger receivers and, if necessary, jam them up at the line. Davis has had to develop a bit more quickly than expected, however, because the team is currently without its two starting cornerbacks. Vernon Hargreaves was lost to injured reserve in Week One and Brent Grimes hasn't played yet due to a groin injury.
As noted above, the Buccaneers' pass defense has given up quite a large number of yards. That said, Davis made a couple of standout plays against the Eagles and was credited with one pass break-up. He'll get another strong test on Monday with Smith-Schuster.
https://www.buccaneers.com/news/ss-mailbag-matching-up-with-the-steelers
1. Bucs tight end O.J. Howard versus Steelers safety Sean Davis. It's clear that Howard, the 19th-overall pick in the 2017 draft, is coming into his own as a big-play maker. His 75-yard catch-and-run against the Eagles is Exhibit A, but Ryan Fitzpatrick has already found his tight end down the field on multiple occasions through two games. Howard is averaging 30 yards a catch and he's finding room to run because defenses have to worry so much about Mike Evans and DeSean Jackson.
The Eagles have three talented safeties, including Davis, whom they drafted in the second round in 2016. Davis and former Packer Morgan Burnett are listed as the starters but the Steelers also like to get 2018 first-round pick Terrell Edmunds on the field. They do so by utilizing nickel and dime packages where they keep the two starting safeties on the field and add a third in Edmunds. This gives them more flexibility in terms of covering tight ends, in particular. Davis is big, fast, aggressive and a good leaper, which makes him a good match for any tight end, though Kansas City's Travis Kelce did manage to have a big day against the Steelers last Sunday.
2. Steelers LB T.J. Watt versus Buccaneers RT Demar Dotson. The Steelers have an incredible knack for finding pass-rushing linebackers to employ in their classic 3-4 front, and their latest uncovered gem is T.J. Watt, the younger brother of Houston's J.J. Watt. Pittsburgh's Watt brother opened the season with a three-sack game against the Cleveland Browns and Tyrod Taylor.
Watt generally rushes standing up on the left side of the Steelers' front. That puts him in conflict with the right side of the opposing offensive line. If the right side is the strong side in the offensive formation, Watt often does battle with a tight end; however, when the tight end is on the other side he usually becomes the responsibility of the right tackle. Some of the NFL's right tackles don't have quick enough feet to keep Watt at bay all day.
Tampa Bay's offensive line is off to a great start in 2018, allowing just two sacks of Fitzpatrick through the first two games and generally giving the Bucs' viral star time to spin his Fitzmagic. Beyond those two sacks, Fitzpatrick hasn't absorbed too many hits. Taking his usual spot at right tackle, Dotson has been a big part of that strong protection. The Buccaneers haven't allowed a sack to a player coming around either edge yet; Eagles DT Fletcher Cox got one going straight up the middle on Sunday, and the other one was a scramble play where Fitzpatrick was caught from behind by a linebacker.
3. Steelers WR JuJu Smith-Schuster versus Buccaneers CB Carlton Davis. You don't need me to tell you that Antonio Brown is one of the most dangerous weapons in all the NFL. Keeping him contained will certainly be a tall task on Monday night. But the Steelers have cultivated another big-play threat in Smith-Schuster, the second-year player out of USC.
Smith-Schuster is a significantly bigger body than Brown at 6-1 and 215 pounds. He leads the Steelers with his 240 yards, getting 80 more than Brown so far on the exact same number of catches. Smith-Schuster also has the team's longest play from scrimmage, a 67-yard reception.
The Buccaneers drafted Davis in part because they liked his size and physical style of play. They believed he could develop into a cornerback who can match up against the league's bigger receivers and, if necessary, jam them up at the line. Davis has had to develop a bit more quickly than expected, however, because the team is currently without its two starting cornerbacks. Vernon Hargreaves was lost to injured reserve in Week One and Brent Grimes hasn't played yet due to a groin injury.
As noted above, the Buccaneers' pass defense has given up quite a large number of yards. That said, Davis made a couple of standout plays against the Eagles and was credited with one pass break-up. He'll get another strong test on Monday with Smith-Schuster.
https://www.buccaneers.com/news/ss-mailbag-matching-up-with-the-steelers
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Proof reading who needs it.
We won’t lose this one. We’ll still hand them 100+ yards in penalties, but we will win. Just be prepared to take your heart pills, because our offense is our only defense.
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Upside, maybe it will help Keith Butler out the door before the season is over.
Either Butler is a ******** who can't coach a defense and it's Tomlin's fault for promoting him or, as has been speculated, Tomlin is calling the defense and needs to get out of the way and let Butler do his job. Can't have it both ways.
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That's the gut-busting frustration from this team, they probably will blow them out on Monday Night, look like world-beaters, go on a breakneck winning streak, end up 11-5, firing on all cylinders...then be one and done in the playoffs.
If Haden isn't back and up to at least 90%, it will be a very long night on Monday. We may need to put up 50 to win. Tomlin should be prepared in this game and every game to go full speed from the opening snap on offense.
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If you would watch the Tampa / eagles game you would see that at the beginning of the game the ref's made dang sure the Eagles started in a hole. Seemed like everything under the sun was called and guess what 7-0 Tampa. At that point the Bucks played with a killer lead and the Eagles couldn't get anything going and partly due to penalties.
I'm not as feared as many here claim to be of the Tampa bay Buccaneers. OUR team does commit penalties so it will be easy to get in the hole due in part by officiating but, the STEELERS will prevail. Tomlin might even have a favorable coaching display.
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I'm not as feared as many here claim to be of the Tampa bay Buccaneers. OUR team does commit penalties so it will be easy to get in the hole due in part by officiating but, the STEELERS will prevail. Tomlin might even have a favorable coaching display.
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hahaha - everyone is hanging off my coattails now
Steelers CB Joe Haden expected back for MNF
Steelers LCB Joe Haden (hamstring) is expected to return in Week 3.
Haden missed Week 2, and Pittsburgh's secondary was shredded by Patrick Mahomes for six touchdown passes. As RCB Artie Burns has also played at less than 100 percent and Haden fill-in Cameron Sutton got benched last week,
http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/5631/joe-haden
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I can't go to the game on Monday because I started a new job and I'll be stuck in Clearwater until Wednesday...
That being said, I FULLY expect a turnaround from this 80's looking play lest I drink profusely on Monday night.
Help???
That being said, I FULLY expect a turnaround from this 80's looking play lest I drink profusely on Monday night.
Help???
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There are worse places to be stuck than Clearwater, love that town.
No one loves you though...
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Is anybody down there going to the game?
I looked around and they wanted $300 for tickets! Bring back the Bucs games with empty seats!
Supe will be there on the pirate ship bow like Leonardo DiCaprio in Titantic.
If I was gonna be at home - you'd all be welcome to come by since I live a mile from the stadium...
Hines57 - you nearly made me choke on my Coke-Cola!!!
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Why the TB game should make us nervous
https://steelerswire.usatoday.com/2018/09/18/steelers-vs-buccaneers-4-early-causes-for-concern/
OK, there is their 4:
1. Fitz on a roll
2. AB is a immature baby
3. Steelers lead the league in penalties (Yea, who is going to try to argue the team doesn't need a load more of discipline?)
4. Tomlin and Butler suck ***.
But there are a few other concerns not listed.
1. Tampa heat. They are lucky it's a night game, but it will still be hotter and more humid than they are used to, the Bucs are used to it. Did you see
what the heat in Jax did to the Pats? They wilted.
2. The horrifically atrocious D, especially pass D. When a virtual rookie QB passes for 6 TDs, in your house, you are just terrible. The word "incompetent"
doesn't even begin to describe the D and its coaches.
3. One team is "together in unity" and the other is in complete disarray and - generally speaking - a dumpster fire. What a mess Tomlin has created.
https://steelerswire.usatoday.com/2018/09/18/steelers-vs-buccaneers-4-early-causes-for-concern/
OK, there is their 4:
1. Fitz on a roll
2. AB is a immature baby
3. Steelers lead the league in penalties (Yea, who is going to try to argue the team doesn't need a load more of discipline?)
4. Tomlin and Butler suck ***.
But there are a few other concerns not listed.
1. Tampa heat. They are lucky it's a night game, but it will still be hotter and more humid than they are used to, the Bucs are used to it. Did you see
what the heat in Jax did to the Pats? They wilted.
2. The horrifically atrocious D, especially pass D. When a virtual rookie QB passes for 6 TDs, in your house, you are just terrible. The word "incompetent"
doesn't even begin to describe the D and its coaches.
3. One team is "together in unity" and the other is in complete disarray and - generally speaking - a dumpster fire. What a mess Tomlin has created.