Steelers Sign Former Ravens Defender To Address Huge Depth Concern

[SteelerNation.com News]

The Pittsburgh Steelers made the huge decision to part ways with safety Minkah Fitzpatrick when they traded him to the Miami Dolphins. In return, the Steelers received two Pro Bowl players in tight end Jonnu Smith and cornerback Jalen Ramsey, a bold move by General Manager Omar Khan. While the trade brought star talent to Pittsburgh, it also raised immediate concerns about the future of the safety position.

READ MORE

 

[Avoid_Lloyd]

It will be interesting to see what the contract is. Probably not a break the bank deal…

At least it addresses the depth

 

[slashsteel]

It will be interesting to see what the contract is. Probably not a break the bank deal…

At least it addresses the depth

Might be the vet minimum. Regardless he is the much needed FS depth.

Omar isn’t sitting on his hands.


Maybe a cut down WR? Or a vet T?

Probably not glaring needs but would help solidify depth.

 

[Avoid_Lloyd]

Might be the vet minimum. Regardless he is the much needed FS depth.

Omar isn’t sitting on his hands.


Maybe a cut down WR? Or a vet T?

Probably not glaring needs but would help solidify depth.

I think another versatile backup oline guy who can play tackle, but also guard in a pinch is critical, even before Seumalo’s injury.

It’s entirely in the realm of possibility that one of our young starting tackles needs to be spelled by a vet for a variety of reasons

 

[BLITZ]

Yep T. No way they are comfortable going into the season with what they got

 

[madinsomniac]

If they use FS like they did last year, any warm body could fill the role.....

 

[Fiji Mariner]

Good signing

Now bring on the OL depth signing(s)

 

[SteelerSask2]

I don't care if Killebrew is second coming of Steve Tasker. If he doesn't have ability to be depth at two safety positions at this point........send the Turk to his room.

 

[Drink IRON City]

I don't care if Killebrew is second coming of Steve Tasker. If he doesn't have ability to be depth at two safety positions at this point........send the Turk to his room.

Coach Tomlin is comfortable with guys like Killebrew, he’s here for this year. I’m not sure how long his contract is for but I think he will be here till it expires.

I hear what you are saying, earlier in FA, there had to be better and I’d think near same cost.




Salute the nation

 

[slashsteel]

I don't care if Killebrew is second coming of Steve Tasker. If he doesn't have ability to be depth at two safety positions at this point........send the Turk to his room.

That would be undervaluing special teams.


They can help a team get over the hump here and there…