<![CDATA[0xbt: March 2019]]> https://0xbt.net/blog/archive/liny195/1551398400/1554076800 https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49539/when-san-francisco-cut-linebacker-reuben-foster-following Thu, 14 Mar 2019 03:19:49 +0000 https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49539/when-san-francisco-cut-linebacker-reuben-foster-following <![CDATA[When San Francisco cut linebacker Reuben Foster following]]>  a domestic violence arrest at the team hotel Cheap Dante Pettis Jersey , many thought that could be his last chance in the NFL, and that if it wasn’t his last chance, he was going to have to do a lot of work to rehabilitate his image before any team would want him.Instead, Washington claimed Foster on waivers. And San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan was among those who didn’t see that coming.Immediately after Foster was awarded to Washington on waivers, the team issued a statement saying he won’t play for them until the legal process concludes, and Foster was placed on the Commissioner Exempt list, which allows him to keep collecting paychecks while not participating in team activities. Whenever a starting quarterback goes down Cheap Ahkello Witherspoon Jersey , the approach to filling the void becomes either “next man up” or “next man in.”The 49ers for now will elevate C.J. Beathard to the starting lineup, and also potentially promote Nick Mullens from the practice squad to the 53-man roster. The fact that they’re reportedly working out Tom Savage suggests that they’re at least willing to look elsewhere.So where else could they look? They can sign a free agent, pluck a player from a practice squad, or attempt to pull off a trade. The free-agent options aren’t plentiful, as evidenced by the fact that the name at the top of the call list was Tom Savage.Other free agents presently on the market include Landry Jones, Paxton Lynch, EJ Manuel, and Colin Kaepernick (that’s technically true), Garrett Grayson, Josh Woodrum, Kyle Allen http://www.49erscheapstore.com/marquise-goodwin-jersey-cheap , Garrett Gilbert, Nic Shimonek, Luis Perez, Bryce Petty, Peter Pujals, J.T. Barrett, Joe Callahan, Jack Heneghan, Nick Mullens, Austin Allen, Connor Jessop Youth Mike Person Jersey , Matt Barkley, and Austin Davis.Fifteen quarterbacks currently are on practice squads: Davis Webb (Jets), Danny Etling (Patriots), Christian Hackenberg (Bengals), Phillip Walker (Colts), Tanner Lee (Jaguars), Logan Woodside (Titans), Chase Litton (Chiefs), Cardale Jones (Chargers), Tyler Bray (Bears), Jake Rudock (Lions) Youth Adrian Colbert Jersey , Kurt Benkert (Falcons), Connor Cook (Panthers), Brandon Allen (Rams), Alex McGough (Seahawks), and Chad Kanoff (Cardinals).As trade possibilities go, the Dolphins currently have four quarterbacks on the roster, with Brock Osweiler, David Fales, and Luke Falk behind Ryan Tannehill. The Jets have Josh McCown backing up Sam Darnold; they could trade him and then elevate Davis Webb. The Ravens still have Robert Griffin III, but a Shanahan reunion would be a long shot, to say the least. The Browns have former starter Tyrod Taylor and odd man out Drew Stanton http://www.49erscheapstore.com/joe-staley-jersey-cheap , now that Baker Mayfield is QB1.The Texans have Brandon Weeden (who was cut by the Browns when Shanahan arrived as offensive coordinator) and Joe Webb behind Deshaun Watson. The Broncos have Kevin Hogan behind Case Keenum and Chad Kelly. The Giants have Alex Tanney and Kyle Lauletta backing up Eli Manning. The Eagles have Nick Foles and Nate Sudfeld behind Carson Wentz. The Vikings have Trevor Siemian and Kyle Sloter behind Kirk Cousins.Falcons backup Matt Schaub has spent time with Shanahan in the past, but the Falcons currently have no other backup to Matt Ryan, other than Benkert. With Jameis Winston returning to the Bucs on Tuesday, Ryan Griffin (or maybe even Winston) could be expendable. And the Cardinals have both Sam Bradford and Mike Glennon behind new starter Josh Rosen.Then there are the Saints. They acquired Teddy Bridgewater for a third-round pick from the Jets. Could they flip him to the 49ers for something more than what they gave up? That would depend presumably on how much the 49ers would offer. But it would be odd, to say the least, if the team that got Jimmy Garoppolo for a second-round pick would give up a second-round pick for Bridgewater.The overall options aren’t great for the 49ers. And they’re not great for the networks either. The 49ers are due to play in prime time four times from Week Six through Week 10. Unless they do the completely unexpected and bring back Kaepernick, the NFL can kiss big ratings in those games goodbye.
 
 
]]> liny https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49537/before-the-2018-nfl-schedule-was-released Thu, 14 Mar 2019 02:52:01 +0000 https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49537/before-the-2018-nfl-schedule-was-released <![CDATA[Before the 2018 NFL schedule was released]]>  http://www.49ersauthorizedshops.com/authentic-kyle-juszczyk-jersey , I remember fans anticipating a prime-time showdown between the Oakland Raiders and San Francisco 49ers. Oakland was coming off of a disappointing season, but hired Jon Gruden and the arrow was pointing up. Across the Bay, the 49ers found a franchise quarterback and strung together five wins to close out last season, building intrigue for 2018.Many thought that the Raiders and 49ers would wind up on opening weekend, but instead the league pushed them back to a Week 9 Thursday Night Football slot. Well, eight weeks into the season and the only similarity between the two teams is the one in the win column. So how did we get from “one of the best games in the schedule” to “a battle for the No. 1 overall pick in next year’s draft?”The Raiders’ summer was as choppy as the Pacific Ocean, filled with linebacker Khalil Mack trade rumors and odd veteran signings. On the flip side, the 49ers’ biggest storylines were Reuben Foster’s legal issues and Jimmy Garoppolo’s rendezvous with a female friend. Yet, before the season even began, San Francisco lost their starting running back Jerick McKinnon for the season and Oakland pulled off a blockbuster deal, sending Mack to Chicago for multiple draft picks. With a healthy Derek Carr and co., the Raiders are sitting at 1-6. However, in Santa Clara, a healthy Jimmy Garoppolo had led the 49ers to a 1-1 record before getting hurt late in the fourth quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs. With backup C.J. Beathard under center, San Francisco has lost five straight games in maddening fashion.The 49ers’ scoring offense is ranked 23rd in the NFL, while the Raiders’ scoring offense is further down the list at 27th. On the other side of the ball, San Francisco’s scoring defense is ranked 28th, while Raiders trail three spots behind. To this point in the season, Oakland’s dysfunction has been rather inexplicable. They’ve been healthy at major positions and revamped their coaching staff Pierre Garcon jersey , yet continue to struggle on both sides of the ball. Against the Rams, Chargers and Seahawks, the Raiders only managed to put up 13, 10 and three points, respectively. Their only win on the season is a three-point OT victory against a Cleveland Browns’ team led by rookie Baker Mayfield in his first start. On the other hand, the 49ers’ issues have been more explicable, as it’s mostly self-inflicted. Kyle Shanahan’s offense has 18 turnovers on the season, ranking 29th in the NFL. Careless giveaways have been the difference in most of their games. Outside of a blowout loss at the hands of the Rams, the 49ers have lost every other game this season by less than 11 points.Oakland had high expectations coming into the season, but instead they’ve regressed, trading two of their three best players for multiple first-round picks. It’s setting up for a full rebuild in Oakland, with Gruden planning on using the first part of his 10-year contract to construct the roster per his wishes.For the 49ers, they were coming into Year 2 of a rebuild, but happened to take a step back with injuries to their best offensive players. The front office has identified major areas of need, primarily pass rush and offensive playmakers, but will have the ammunition to do so after this lost season. While both teams come into Thursday with one win, it’s evident that one team has a plan to address their future, while the other seems to be winging it. The 49ers have a collaborative partnership between John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan, while Jon Gruden is seemingly a one-man show in Oakland.The only similarity that the Raiders and 49ers share eight weeks into the season is the number in the win column. Outside of that Authentic Laken Tomlinson jersey , their path to this point couldn’t be any more different.Week 5 college football watch list, game thread Greetings 49ers Faithful! Week 5 of the college football season is upon us, and after the gut-punching loss of our beloved Jimmy Garoppolo for the season, we grudgingly pull ourselves away from the pits of despair with the mindset on refocusing our eyes towards the future of the team. Therefore, we are back offering our continued breakdown of college football’s weekly action - keeping our sights set on the 2019 NFL Draft.Each week throughout the college season Josh Eccles, Alex Eisen, and Greg Valerio will break down a few college football games providing highlights and profiles of a few notable draft-eligible prospects you should pay attention to. This will help people build a list of names to know when we get into the offseason.For this week, Josh, Alex, and Greg each picked two players to talk about. All prospects highlighted are featured today; nonetheless, feel free to drop in the prospects you are watching.Josh EcclesBrian Burns, DE, No. 99 - Florida StateHeight: 6’5” | Weight: 235Florida State at Louisville | 12:30 p.m. (PT) Saturday, September 29 | ESPN/WatchESPNPossesses high football IQ and has drawn praise for his ability to diagnose plays before the ball snap. His tackling needs work - which may seem to some to some as a deal-breaker given the 49ers’ recent woes on defense in that particular department. He lounges, he leans, he’ll hold on and weigh ball carriers down to the ground but it all works out. Burns led all freshmen in 2016 with 9.5 sacks and has done nothing to hurt his image among scouts as a highly athletic defensive prospect.He needs to improve against the run and needs to grow into his body a little bit more but that shouldn’t shy teams away from taking a serious look at him. The Seminoles will look to move to 3-2 against a rebuilding Louisville team that has shown some improvements on both side of the ball these last couple of weeks.Bobby Evans, OT, No. 71 - OklahomaHeight: 6’5” | Weight: 301Baylor at #6 Oklahoma | 12:30 p.m. (PT) Saturday, September 29 | ABC/WatchESPNThe Sooner tout one of the most talented offenses in the country Youth Marquise Goodwin jersey , led by the likes of starting quarterback Kyler Murray and formerly starting running back Rodney Anderson (whose season ended early due to an ACL injury). One of the strengths of this team - a strength which has played a large role in the success this offense has seen thus far - comes from the offensive line. Their ability to open up wide running lanes for the ground game and have given Murray enough time to make his progressions have this team setting its sights on the College Football Playoff. Enter Bobby Evans who finds himself replacing offensive tackle Orlando Brown, who now has a home in the NFL playing for the Baltimore Ravens. Evans played tight end in high school and that makes sense when you watch him play and realize just how quick and athletic he truly is. If there’s one thing we know it’s that a Kyle Shanahan offense necessitates having athletes up and down the o-line. San Francisco could serve themselves right in investing in future tackles, especially given the fact that Joe Staley is getting up there in age. Alex EisenDexter Lawerence, DT, No. 90 - ClemsonHeight: 6’4” | Weight: 351Syracuse at #3 Clemson | 9:00 a.m. (PT ) Saturday, September 29 | ABCDexter Lawrence has outstanding size and power along the defensive line. He is one of the best defensive lineman against the run. While there is still room for growth in the pass rushing department, his raw talent to create chaos and disruption in the opponent’s backfield is second to none. Lawerence uses his lengthy arms and pro-ready frame to deflect and bat down passes, and break up plays along the line of scrimmage. He uses a blend of raw power and limited moves to create pressure on the quarterback. Has clean footwork off the snap, with sudden burst off the line. Don’t let his size frighten you鈥awerence might be one of the fastest draft-eligible defensive lineman. He has that natural blend of size and athleticism that scouts and evaluators seek at the next level.Health has been a factor for Lawrence and this season he would benefit from having a complete and healthy season, that is injury free. Other than his football traits, Lawrence has great character and a team-first attitude. Lawerence is coachable, and continues to discover growth and potential in his game. If you are still unsure about Lawrence, his head coach says it all in one telling statement, “When you have great talent and skill plus great work ethic and character, you usually become a superstar” - Dabo Swinney. At the moment, Lawerence is looking like a top fifteen overall pick in next year’s draft.Parris Campbell, WR, No. 21 - Ohio StateHeight: 6’1” | Weight: 207#9 Penn State at #4 Ohio State |4:30 p.m. (PT) September 29 | ABCThe wide receiver out of Ohio State is quite the explosive playmaker who can stretch the field. Last season Campbell had 40 receptions for 584 yards and 3 touchdowns. I know the stats seem a little underwhelming, however I will point out to quarterback play last season ( J.T. Barrett) who had difficulties throwing the ball vertically down the field. Campbell has burst and blistering speed off the line and is expected to be one of the fastest prospects in next year’s draft. Campbell has the ability to run at all there levels http://www.49ersauthorizedshops.com/authentic-george-kittle-jersey , running the short, intermediate, and deep routes. There is big-play ability with Campbell, with the potential for growth. I honestly don’t believe we have seen the full package with Campbell. Already this season Campbell has 19 receptions for 299 yards and 5 touchdowns. In four games he already has two more touchdowns than he had all of last year. An extra bonus is that Campbell has experience on special teams as well returning kickoffs. Drops were a concern for Campbell last season. However, so far this season he seems to have cleaned up that area of concern. This week against Penn State, Campbell will be up against a challenging and stiff defense. This will be a big week for Campbell to improve and raise his draft stock. At the moment I have Campbell as a day two selection. The arrow is pointing up and with a strong, consistent season, Campbell could be a fringe, first round prospect by next spring.Greg ValerioOshane Ximines, DE, No. 7 - Old DominionHeight: 6’4” | Weight: 255Old Dominion at East Carolina | 12:30 p.m. (PT) Saturday, September 29 | ESPN 3A leader on the field, Oshane Ximines is an explosive LEO prospect with destructive tendencies wreaking havoc in opponents’ backfields. A standout athlete, Ximines is an impressive pass rush talent with great first-step explosion, length, fluid change-of-direction skills, quickness, agility, strength Earl Mitchell jersey , and athleticism. Ximines displays good bend off the edge (nice flexibility) maintaining balance and burst closing with speed and violence. He does a good job utilizing his active hands and is quick to transition into his pass rush moves with smoothness winning with speed, power, and awareness.It is no secret the 49ers lack an ideal presence off the edge when rushing the passer. Ximines is one of many draft eligible edge prospects capable of improving the 49ers’ edge presence potentially helping the defense flourish in reaching its potential. Along with the toughness, passion for the game, and lauded leadership skills, Ximines is a somewhat under-the-radar prospect worth noting.Collin Johnson, WR, No. 9 - TexasHeight: 6’6” | Weight: 215No. 18 Texas at Kansas State | 12:30 p.m. (PT) Saturday, September 29 | FS1Standing at 6-foot-6-inches, Collin Johnson is a massive target sporting vines for limbs and an impressive catching radius making him an ideal threat all over the field, and most importantly, as a red zone target flashing his explosive leaping ability. The junior is a big physical receiver with great speed and length displaying good explosion and burst off the line of scrimmage. He does a great job working his strong hands and quick feet in concert to win at the point of attack and shows fluidity in route running. A fluid athlete, Johnson lulls defenders with his long strides eating up ground quickly and displays impressive suddenness and smoothness for his size going in and out of his breaks creating separation. He shows a superb ability to elevate above the rim attacking balls at its highest point with excellent body control extending his arms snatching the catch with his strong hands and excellent ball skills. He shows the physicality and toughness to win in a crowd, but also offers the suddenness and flexibility to create separation making him an ideal open target with a condor-like wingspan.]]> liny https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49535/what-options-do-the-giants-have-in-the-return-game Thu, 14 Mar 2019 02:37:29 +0000 https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49535/what-options-do-the-giants-have-in-the-return-game <![CDATA[What options do the Giants have in the return game?]]>  The New York Giants have not gotten a lot out of Hunter Sharp and Kalif Raymond on punt and kickoff returns through two preseason games.Return Game ComparisonPlayerPunt ReturnsAvg.LongTDsKickoff ReturnsAvg.LongPlayerPunt ReturnsAvg.LongTDsKickoff ReturnsAvg.LongThe lack of explosive plays is one thing. Sharp’s issues with ball security against the Detroit Lions Authentic Sterling Shepard Jersey , a muffed punt and a fumble, exacerbated the Giants’ dilemma. Who is going to return kickoffs and punts?“Coach Pat Shurmur said this week that the Giants are “a little bit unsettled” at that spot.“We have guys back there working, we’ll just play It out through the preseason and see where it goes,” Shurmur said.The preferenceSharp or Raymond grabs the job — In each of the first two preseason games, Sharp returned kicks in the first half and Raymond in the second. The pair might be in competition for one wide receiver/return man job on the 53-man roster. Playing for the Giants and Denver Broncos last season, Sharp averaged 9.3 yards on eight punt returns and had a 19-yard kickoff return. Before his bout with the dropsies last week, Sharp had probably been looked at as the more reliable of the two when it came to ball security.In 12 games over two seasons with the Broncos, Giants and New York Jets Raymond has averaged 7.2 yards on 29 punt returns and 20.4 yards on 20 kickoff returns. The problem is he has fumbled seven of those returns, or 24.2 percent of them. Both guys have a lot to prove before the Giants trust either of them with the return job.The nuclear optionLet Odell Beckham Jr. and Saquon Barkley do it ... maybe even Sterling Shepard — All three have returned kicks in the past Youth Kareem Martin Jersey , and have done at least some work returning kicks this summer. Beckham and Shepard, in fact, work with the return teams on a regular basis.Letting the two star players handle returns would, of course, set off a frenzy of “remember what happened to Jason Sehorn” alarm bells from Giants fans. Well, yes, we remember. Shurmur wasn’t the coach then, and bringing up the Sehorn discussion with him would be pointless. I seriously doubt that the Giants want to see any of these three players handling returns on any sort of regular basis. Maybe not at all.Could you really blame Shurmur, though Youth Ray-Ray Armstrong Jersey , if he put Beckham back to return a punt or Barkley a kickoff late in a close game that the Giants needed to win? In my view, I could not. The job of the coach is to win, and putting your best players in positions to make impact plays at important times gives you a better chance to do that. Injury risk or not, I would be OK with the Giants using Beckham and Barkley in critical situations.By the way, I have to add this. During practices this summer I have watched Beckham return a number of kickoffs. Like a lot of other things, it just looks different — faster and more explosive — when he does it in comparison to anyone else.Other possibilitiesCody Latimer — The wide receiver did some kickoff returning with the Denver Broncos, averaging 24.4 yards on 18 returns over four seasons. He returned eight kickoffs in each of the past two seasons. Latimer has seldom worked as a returner this summer, but did field kickoffs during Tuesday’s practice. Perhaps that is a harbinger of things to come.Travis Rudolph — He can return kickoffs and punts, but really seems to lack the big-play explosiveness you would like from a returner. Rudolph averaged 2.7 yards on three punt returns last preseason and 22.0 yards on three kickoff returns.Sterling Shepard — I mentioned him above. He averaged 7.4 yards on 30 punt returns at Oklahoma. Shepard has worked consistently this summer with both the punt and kickoff return groups.Grant Haley — The rookie cornerback averaged 20.6 yards per return on 32 returns as a freshman at Penn State. He has not returned kicks since B.J. Hill Jersey , and to my recollection has not gotten any reps doing so with the Giants.Donte Deayon — The former coaching staff gave the 5-foot-9, 163-pound Deayon a look as a return man last preseason. He had three punt returns for a total of 1 yard averaged 19.5 yards on a pair of kickoff returns. Deayon returned punts at Boise State, averaging 8.4 yards per return on 30 attempts.Mike Jones — The recently re-signed rookie cornerback averaged 22.2 yards on kickoff returns and 5.6 yards on punt returns for Temple in 2017. In 2016, playing for North Carolina Central in the FCS, Jones averaged an explosive 22.0 yards per punt return with two touchdowns. Jones, to my knowledge, has yet to get any looks with the Giants as a return man. The problem with the idea of keeping Jones as a returner is that we saw him play cornerback on Friday vs. the Detroit Lions in the fourth quarter, when he committed two penalties and gave up catches on all three targets where he did not commit a penalty. To keep him for returns, the Giants would have to cut a more deserving cornerback. The cornerback depth is already iffy.Waivers/free agency — There does not appear to be an established return man available right now. That could change after the final preseason game when teams make cuts to reach the 53-man roster limit. If the Giants remain “unsettled” in the return game once the preseason concludes Authentic Saquon Barkley Jersey , perhaps their 2018 return man is currently on someone else’s roster.Giants news, 10/3: Jylan Ware added to practice squad, Shurmur on offensive line, more Good morning, New York Giants fans! Here are some Wednesday morning headlines for you.Giants add offensive tackle to practice squadThe Giants Wednesday added offensive tackle Jylan Ware, a 2017 seventh-round draft pick of the Oakland Raiders, to their practice squad. Here are a couple of pre-draft scouting reports on WareLJylan Ware Draft Profile – NFL.comJylan Ware - 12587 | Draft AnalystAround the Inter-GoogleWhy Panthers tried to trade for new T Marshall Newhouse twice | Charlotte ObserverCarolina Panthers coach Ron Rivera said Monday that the team’s bye week trade for then-Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Marshall Newhouse was the second time this season the team tried to acquire the veteran reserve.New York Giants Pat Shurmur On WFAN Offensive Line Played Their Best Game | WFAN Sports Radio 66AM 101.9FMIs this what James Bettcher’s Giants defense has been missing?James Bettcher arrived as the Giants’ defensive coordinator this offseason with the reputation for putting together defenses that use creative ways to rush...Giants want answers after officiating debacle in lossAfter every game, the Giants and every other NFL team submits plays into the league office from that week’s game, seeking clarification on calls and...Damon Harrison is becoming the face of the Giants’ problemIt’s time for the Giants to prove they are who we thought they were: a team building toward success http://www.newyorkgiantsteamonline.com/saquon-barkley-jersey , which around here means reaching the playoffs and having...Eli Manning’s low-risk game plan is driving Giants nowhere fastThere is a sarcastic side Eli Manning does not let out, but you could sense it bubbling near the surface the other day. The Giants do not score enough, and they...Clark: Eli Manning is 'not willing to fight,' make big plays for Giants | Get Up! | ESPN - YouTubeHow Saquon Barkley handles social media amid Giants rough start: 'I'm human' - NY Daily NewsA bevy of high school students follow every step Saquon Barkley takes, snapping photos presumably for all their friends to see on social media only moments later.Giants general manager Gettleman to travel this week | ReutersNew York Giants general manager Dave Gettleman is traveling with the team this week for the first time since being diagnosed with lymphoma, Gary Myers reported Tuesday.]]> liny https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49532/plays-that-tell-the-story-of-friday%E2%80%99s-victory-by-the-giants-over Thu, 14 Mar 2019 02:23:50 +0000 https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49532/plays-that-tell-the-story-of-friday%E2%80%99s-victory-by-the-giants-over <![CDATA[Plays that tell the story of Friday’s victory by the Giants over]]> the Jets Let’s take a look back at some of the plays that tell various parts of the story of the New York Giants’ 22-16 victory over the New York Jets on Friday night in NFL preseason action. They aren’t in any particular order.Curtis Riley takes a bad angleRiley Womens Janoris Jenkins Jersey , an obscure free agent pickup from the Tennessee Titans, has emerged as the Giants likely starter at free safety. Unless, of course, there is an unexpected roster move that shuffles that position. The play below doesn’t inspire confidence.This is the 10-yard first-quarter touchdown run by Bilal Powell of the Jets. Riley is lined up at safety near the goal line on the left hash. He reads and reacts to the play beautifully, but can’t make the stop. To my eyes, that’s because he is too eager, too aggressive. He tries to go under slot corner B.W. Webb for the big play and can’t get there. If he goes over, or behind, Webb he probably stops Powell somewhere around the 7-yard line.The best thing about Riley’s play so far this preseason is that he has barely been noticed. Here, I noticed him in a way that wasn’t positive.Overall, coach Pat Shurmur thought Riley “did a nice job” vs. the Jets. Shurmur also noted that the hamstring injury suffered by Darian Thompson, Riley’s primary competition at free safety, is “really lingering.”Hunter Sharp’s 55-yard punt returnThere are sooo many good things to talk about on this play it’s hard to know where to begin. Let’s start by actually looking at the play again.The first thing about this play is something the GIF doesn’t actually show. At what would be the bottom of the screen Womens Landon Collins Jersey , the direction in which Sharp returned the punt, Michael Thomas and Eli Apple take the Jets gunner out of the play. On film, you see the gunner try to take an inside release. Apple and Thomas go with it, and ride him clear across to the other side of the field. That caves in everything to Sharp’s right, and starts the big play.Next, at the top of the screen Janoris Jenkins does a great job keeping a Jet off Sharp and an unidentifiable Giant at the bottom niftily avoids a blocking in the back penalty. Sharp’s teammates plow the road down the right side with Ray-Ray Armstrong (55) leveling a Jet and Russell Shepard driving Jets punter Lachlan Edwards to the turf.When is the last time the Giants blocked a return this well?Oh, and Sharp’s stiff-arm is pretty cool, too.B.W. Webb gives up a scoreWebb played the first half and continues to look as though he will be the starting slot cornerback. Here, though, he loses a 1-on-1 matchup with Terrelle Pryor and surrenders a touchdown.In the slot at the bottom of the screen you can see Webb matched up with Pryor. At the top of Pryor’s shallow crossing route you can see that he gets his hand on Webb and creates separation. Webb is in chase mode immediately and never has a chance. In live action, this looked like a blown coverage by linebacker B.J. Goodson. It wasn’t, though, as the linebacker tried in vain to bail Webb out.Slot corner continues to be a concern. Donte Deayon played much of the second half in that spot as he returned from injury. Oh my Womens Curtis Riley Jersey , OmamehThis play turned into a 5-yard loss for Wayne Gallman.I might be right here and I might not be, but what I see as the primary problem on this play is a missed block by right guard Patrick Omameh. Jets defensive tackle Leonard Williams is lined up over Giants center Jon Halapio, but on this play Halapio pulls and it appears to be Omameh’s job to get to Williams. He can’t get there quickly enough, allowing Williams to get into the backfield and blow up the play.There has been some speculation, even amongst writers here at Big Blue View, that Omameh could be playing himself out of a starting job. There has been no indication that is the case, though, when it comes to practice or game reps. Using Eli’s wheelsManning, especially at 37, will never be known for his fleet feet. That, however, doesn’t mean the Giants can’t move him around like they do on the play below.I chose to highlight this as a play worth mentioning because it shows a couple of things that haven’t been used enough in recent years — play action and moving the pocket so Manning isn’t a stationary target. Manning has always excelled at play action, which was a staple of his success back in the Kevin Gilbride era.“I believe that every quarterback needs to use his legs to some degree. I think if you do enough other things well on offense Womens Jon Halapio Jersey , and I do believe that you have to move the launch point for the throws which sometimes means the play action game or moving the pocket, so I believe in that and I do believe that any quarterback can do it to some degree,” Shurmur said. “Eli moves around well enough where he can execute some of that stuff.”This play is also impressive because it is Manning moving left and then re-setting himself and delivering a strike. When is the last time we’ve seen the Giants move Manning in this fashion? Whenever it was, it was too long ago.This play also allows me to segue into this from Brian Baldinger:NOTE: Hopefully, we will do more of these when time permits during the season. The New York Giants have interest in adding former New York Jets defensive coordinator Kacy Rodgers to their coaching staff, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.Rodgers apparently interviewed with the Giants on Thursday. If he joined the staff he would not be replacing anyone. Rapoport reported that the Giants would create a “senior defensive position” to accommodate adding Rodgers to Pat Shurmur’s staff.Previous reports had Rodgers following former Jets coach Todd Bowles to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he is now the defensive coordinator for new head coach Bruce Arians. Rodgers is now expected to choose between the Giants’ job or becoming the Buccaneers’ defensive line coach.Rodgers’ background before serving three seasons as Bowles’ defensive coordinator withe Jets was as a defensive line coach.The 49-year-old was defensive line coach for the Dallas Cowboys from 2003-2007, first coaching the defensive tackles and eventually the entire line. He was the Miami Dolphins’ defensive line coach from 2008-2014. Coincidentally, Rodgers coached Olivier Vernon for three seasons with the Dolphins.James Bettcher is the Giants’ defensive coordinator. The defensive line coach is Gary Emanuel.]]> liny https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49528/redskins-roster-moves-rob-kelley-goes-to-ir Thu, 14 Mar 2019 02:04:42 +0000 https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49528/redskins-roster-moves-rob-kelley-goes-to-ir <![CDATA[Redskins Roster Moves: Rob Kelley goes to IR]]>  The Redskins finally made the signings of former 1st round WRs Breshad Perriman and Michael Floyd official. The Redskins have been hit hard at the bottom of their WR depth chart early this year. Robert Davis Womens Derrius Guice Jersey , Cam Sims, and Trey Quinn are all on IR.RB has also been hammered with injuries. Rob Kelley joins Derrius Guice and Byron Marshall on IR. Jay Gruden said Kelley could miss at least 4 weeks with a toe injury suffered last week, and might need surgery. The team decided to put him on IR instead of keeping him on the roster, and can bring him back 8 weeks from now if he is healthy and needed. The Redskins still have Samaje Perine, who has been the inactive 4th RB the first two weeks of the season. They akso have Kapri Bibbs available on the practice squad. Adrian Peterson and Chris Thompson remain the top options for Washington going forward.The Redskins also made some moves on the practice squad. WR Jehu Chesson and T Chris Durant were signed to the 10-man squad. Chesson was signed to the 53-man roster and was active this week, but drops back down after the Perrimsn and Floyd signings. The Redskins akso waived DB Jeremy Reaves and WR Teo Redding. UPDATE: Redskins inquired about Raiders WR Amari CooperThe deadline to consummate a trade ends on Tuesday Womens Brandon Scherff Jersey , October 30th at 4pm. Trades in the NFL are not very common mid-season, but they can and do happen. Last year, there were five trades before the deadline, with the biggest name being Jimmy Garoppolo, who went from the Patriots to 49ers.Will the Redskins be in the market for a new player via trade?Some names being floated around that may be able to help the Redskins are listed below:Amari Cooper (24) 6’1” 210:The Redskins need help at wide receiver. Cooper has the ability to stretch the field vertically, and is excellent with the ball in his hands in the open field. He posted back-to-back 1000 yard receiving seasons in his first two years in the league. Karl Joseph (25) 5’ 10” 205:The Raiders are cleaning house http://www.washingtonredskinsteamonline.com/jonathan-allen-jersey , and safety Karl Joseph, a former 2016 first round pick could be on the block. He has the ability to play free or strong safety, and can also add help in the slot on flexed tight ends. Deone Bucannon (26) 6’1” 215:The Cardinals are a hot mess; especially after their most recent beat-down at home by the Broncos on Thursday night. Bucannon is a hybrid safety/linebacker who can play all three downs. He’s made over 80 tackles in each of his first four seasons in the NFL. Remember when the Redskins drafted Su’a Cravens? This is the player they hoped he’d become. Dante Fowler Jr. (24)6’3” 255:Fowler, a former first round draft pick, is entering his fourth season, and the Jaguars did not pick up his fifth year option. He’ll be a free agent in the spring http://www.washingtonredskinsteamonline.com/ryan-kerrigan-jersey , but he has the ability to help a team out now, and be a fixture for the future. He’d fit nicely in a 3-4 base as an OLB. Mohamed Sanu (29) 6’2” 210: The former Rutgers star is no stranger to Jay Gruden’s offense having played for him in Cincinnati for two seasons. He can line up outside or in the slot and he’s a physical presence wherever he’s playing. Kelvin Benjamin (27)6’5” 240:Benjamin is in the final year of his contract, and he’s not really lighting it up in Buffalo. With the recent injury to Josh Allen, the Bills may become sellers, and Benjamin would be the perfect trade bait. He has two seasons where he put up over 940 receiving yards. Devontae Booker (26)5’11” 219:The third year running back is stuck behind two promising rookies in Denver. He’s an excellent receiver out of the backfield, and has the size to run between the tackles. With Chris Thompson being constantly dinged up http://www.washingtonredskinsteamonline.com/chase-roullier-jersey , and no proven third down option behind him, Booker could come in and make an immediate impact. He likely wouldn’t cost much either. Ameer Abdullah (25)5’9” 203:Abdullah has fallen out of grace in Detroit, especially since Kerryon Johnson has emerged as a dynamic threat in both the running and passing game. He’s still a dynamic play-maker in space, and a very good receiver out of the backfield. Projected 2019 draft picks (10):1233 (projected comp pick - Cousins)455 (projected comp pick - Long)6 (projected comp pick - Grant)6 (projected comp pick - Pryor)7*it’s likely the Redskins will have 4 picks in the top 100 for 2019There is also the possibility the Redskins will become sellers at the trade deadline. I few possible candidates are listed below:Preston Smith - Smith is playing on the final year of his rookie deal, and has not exactly hit the ball out of the park to this point in the young season.Josh Doctson - The former first round pick has just eight receptions and 68 receiving yards in four games played in 2018. Samaje Perine - The former Sooner is a big, powerful running back with decent speed and above average hands. He’s been in the dog house for some ball security issues. Ryan Kerrigan - Just throwing this one out there. Crazier things have happened...Should the Redskins become buyers Authentic Alex Smith Jersey , sellers or just sit tight at the trade deadline? If you think they should be active, who would you like to see them trade, or trade for?Don’t forget, last year’s Super Bowl champs made a trade deadline deal that helped their team down the stretch... Custom Philadelphia Eagles Jerseys
 
 
]]> liny https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49525/the-differences-between-patrick-mahomes-and-alex-smith-are-undeniable Thu, 14 Mar 2019 01:51:29 +0000 https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49525/the-differences-between-patrick-mahomes-and-alex-smith-are-undeniable <![CDATA[The differences between Patrick Mahomes and Alex Smith are undeniable]]> http://www.washingtonredskinsteamonline.com/ryan-kerrigan-jersey , one of them an up-and-coming quarterback with a big arm and little experience, the other the consummate game manager whose ability to avoid mistakes has served him well over the years.There are also some similarities, though."Very businesslike," Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce said. "Alex liked to have a lot of fun in the locker room as well. That's why he's an All-Pro in terms of one of my favorite teammates I've ever had. I think Pat is very similar, where he understands football but likes to go out and have fun."Here's another similarity the Chiefs would like to see between their current quarterback and his predecessor: Smith finished his time in Kansas City having beaten the Chargers eight straight times.That's the opponent for the start of the Mahomes era on Sunday.The Chiefs traded Smith to Washington in the offseason after getting a glimpse of Mahomes in Week 17 last year, when he dazzled in his starting debut against Denver.The Chiefs' playoff positioning had been wrapped up and most of the starters got the day off, but Mahomes nevertheless put on a show against the Broncos' starting defense in a come-from-behind road win.Mahomes thinks that experience, combined with a year spent working side-by-side with Smith, will serve him well when he leads the Chiefs into their season opener."Having the preseason games helped," he said. "Being able to start off with those games and then having that Denver game last year and seeing where I need to be at with my emotions and at the same time play with a lot of passion is something that will help me going into this one."Did it feel any different walking into the practice facility this week as the No. 1 quarterback?"Not necessarily http://www.washingtonredskinsteamonline.com/chase-roullier-jersey ," Mahomes said. "I get to compete and play a sport that I love. I get to play with a lot of guys I have built great relationships with. So I am going to just go out there and have fun and hopefully win a football game."If that sounds like a starter wise beyond his years, well, that's because in many ways Mahomes has been groomed for this moment since his childhood. His father, Pat Mahomes, spent 11 years in the major leagues, and his boy spent quite a few of those years bouncing around the clubhouse.He understands the pressures and responsibilities of being a professional athlete."I haven't seen any nerves. I know he's excited to play. I think the whole team is," Chiefs coach Andy Reid said."Probably both teams are, to get out of camp and get this thing going. He is excited. I haven't seen anything that would tell you he's nervous. He's a pretty confident kid in his ability and I think he just wants to get going and play the game."Fans in Kansas City may be even more eager to see Mahomes on the field.They've waited an entire generation for the Chiefs to draft a quarterback in the first round, and see him develop into the clear starter. The last to do so was Todd Blackledge, who flamed out after he was selected in 1983 鈥?the same draft that produced John Elway Authentic Alex Smith Jersey , Jim Kelly and Dan Marino.Starters since then have ranged from Steve DeBerg and Dave Krieg to Joe Montana, who was on the downward side of his illustrious career. There was Steve Bono and Elvis Grbac, and Damon Huard and Tyler Thigpen, and a four-year stretch under Matt Cassel marked by mediocrity at best.When it comes to expectations for Mahomes, the floor is mediocrity.The ceiling? A championship.The march toward that begins when the Chiefs visit the Chargers on Sunday."Probably walking off the field hopefully with a win would be the best moment I am looking forward to," Mahomes said. "Hopefully we can go out there and compete on every aspect, every side of the ball 鈥?offense, defense, special teams 鈥?and come out with the win."Notes: Safety Eric Berry (heel) did not practice Thursday, making it even more unlikely that he plays against the Chargers. Berry is still considered day to day Authentic D.J. Swearinger Jersey , but he has been out since early in training camp. "We've kept great communication with him," Reid said. "We'll just see how it goes." With 47 IR moves in past two seasons, Redskins point to what-ifs - Washington Redskins Blog- ESPNFans are frustrated, but the Redskins have an easy explanation for why things went south in the second half of the season.As Alex Smith recovers, Redskins' quest for QB begins anew - Washington Redskins Blog- ESPNWith cap space at a premium and Alex Smith's injury likely to affect his 2019 status, the Redskins' options appear limited this offseason.Celebration Of The Year | NFL.comVote @treyquinn8 for Celebration Of The YearThis sums up the Redskins' injuries in 2018 perfectly | NBC Sports WashingtonFans who thought it couldn't get any worse injury-wise for the Redskins than the 2017 season were sorely mistaken, because in 2018, it got worse.2018 Redskins Superlatives: MVP, who needs a hug, who will get cut Authentic Montae Nicholson Jersey , Wild Card and more | NBC Sports WashingtonThe Redskins team at NBC Sports Washington hands out their annual superlatives for the 2018 season.The first instance of #FireBruceAllen was tweeted in jest. Now it’s a movement. - The Washington PostRedskins fans are making their voices heard on social media.SNIDER: HOF overlooked Redskins’ Brian Mitchell | 106.7 The FanAnother year, another whiff by the Hall of Fame selection committee.The Redskins fix is clear: Become offseason champions again | NBC Sports WashingtonAll things Redskins are gloomy as 2019 kicks off. Fixing the roster and box office issues won't come easy, yet there is an obvious path, one Washington trotted out over the years.Watch: Ranking the amazing runs, throws, sacks of the 2018 NFL season - NFL Nation- ESPNFrom Baker Mayfield's bomb to Saquon Barkley's sprint to a Marcus Williams sack, NFL Next Gen Stats rank the top plays of 2018.A closer look at the 2019 Pro Football Hall of Fame finalists - NFL Nation- ESPNThe finalists are headlined by first-time nominees Champ Bailey and Tony Gonzalez and game-changing coaches Tom Flores and Don Coryell.Dan Snyder needs to publicly apologize to Redskins fans | 106.7 The FanThere may only be one solution to the problem keeping a once-proud Redskins fanbase away from FedEx Field, after years upon years of deafening mediocrity. Listen as Chad Dukes proposes a drastic approach, a former mea culpa from team owner Dan Snyder. Wholesale NFL Jerseys]]> liny https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49524/steelers-vs-falcons-three-steelers-who-need-to-step-up-at-heinz Thu, 14 Mar 2019 01:38:12 +0000 https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49524/steelers-vs-falcons-three-steelers-who-need-to-step-up-at-heinz <![CDATA[Steelers vs. Falcons: Three Steelers who need to step up at Heinz]]>  Field in Week 5 Let’s be honest here Womens Customized Pittsburgh Steelers Jerseys , the whole team needs to step up, including the coaching staff. The abysmal start to the 2019 season already has Steelers Nation on the warpath with pitchforks in hand. It won’t be an easy task going against the high-powered Atlanta Falcons offense on Sunday afternoon but, just like Pittsburgh, Atlanta has issues on defense. I would be taking the OVER (58) if I were a betting man. Let’s take a look at this week’s trio. Ben RoethlisbergerRoethlisberger has had some Jekyll-and-Hyde in his play this year, and it seems increasingly to be an issue with him. I’m not saying Ben is done, but I do believe he’s as stubborn as a mule, and that’s impacting his play and, ultimately, the outcome of games. Make no mistake about it, this season hinges on what No. 7 brings to the table. Getting little to no help from the defense, Big Ben needs to reappear. He’s owned up to his poor play lately www.steelerscheapshops.com , and it was the right thing for him to do. But talking about it means little at this point — we need results on the field, not a feel-good moment during an interview. Antonio Brown I know AB and Roethliberger have been out of sorts, not on the same page or Brown zigging when Ben’s zagging. I know No. 84 will draw more than his share of attention on the field from opposing defenses, but it’s time to reclaim his title of “Best In The World.” I know it’s in there, and I realize the responsibility doesn’t fall solely on Brown, but (in Bruce Buffer’s voice) IT’S TIIIIIIIIIIIME!Alejandro Villanueva I’m starting to think it’s a bad idea to give players new/juicy contracts in Pittsburgh. The former Army Ranger has come along way in a short time, but it seems as if he has reached another plateau in his play. The fact he’s been walked back and is getting beat on a regular basis needs to get fixed. I’m not laying all the blame at his feet but he’s paid handsomely to protect the most important person to our football team and season. So let’s get back to doing what Villanueva got paid to do. You don’t have to run-block because we don’t run the ball anymore, but keeping the opponent’s EDGE rusher off of the QB is top priority. You: Blitz, Where are the defensive guys?Me: That’s what I’d like to know.So, in the comments section, tell me your thoughts and who you believe needs to bring their “A” game on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons if the Steelers are to secure a win. While it wasn’t the interview Antonio Brown had/has been promising fans Pittsburgh Steelers T-Shirt , Brown did speak publicly for the first time since being told he wouldn’t play in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Week 17 game vs. the Cincinnati Bengals.While attending some of the Super Bowl festivities, Brown was asked a few questions during the EA Sports Bowl lead up, and his answers...well...vague.Check out the interview below, courtesy of USA Today Sports:After the reporter complemented Brown’s new look/style, she then told the wide receiver how James Harrison said he wants nothing more than for Brown to be happy, while Jerry Rice wants Brown to be a part of the San Francisco 49ers.When asked what he wanted, Brown said he just wants to win. “I just want to win. you know? I just want to win. Play with a team that is gonna win.”The reporter followed that statement up with this simple question, “Does it matter where?” And Brown’s responded with, “Don’t matter where.”This might not be the answers, or details, fans wanted Pittsburgh Steelers Hats , but Brown sure seemed open to playing anywhere; however, the caveat to this is if he wants to win then playing anywhere certainly isn’t an option. For instance, if he wants to win, he wouldn’t want to play for a team who doesn’t have a franchise quarterback, and doesn’t have a bright future.While Pittsburgh would certainly be a team who can win now, the clock is ticking on whether the Steelers plan on moving Brown, or keeping him in hopes of reconciliation.Brown went on to talk with Complex Sports in a more in-depth interview situation, citing how his side of the story may never be told, but not all facts have been released in the situation with the Steelers.When asked where he wants to be next year, Brown’s answer was simple:“All options are on the table.”Stay tuned to BTSC for the latest news and notes surrounding the black-and-gold as the march throughout the offseason continues. cheap football jerseys]]> liny https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49523/after-the-broncos-stirring-win-over-the-steelers Thu, 14 Mar 2019 01:24:11 +0000 https://0xbt.net/blog/view/49523/after-the-broncos-stirring-win-over-the-steelers <![CDATA[After the Broncos' stirring win over the Steelers]]> http://www.steelersauthorizedshops.com/authentic-joe-haden-jersey , Vance Joseph held a game ball up high and called for the man he once wanted to cut."Shelby Harris!" Joseph hollered . "What a great week. He had a new baby girl on Friday. And a game-winning interception" in Denver's 24-17 victory that shook up the AFC playoff picture.In between, he had a shared sack, a pass breakup and three hard hits on Ben Roethlisberger, one of which led to a second interception and another that was tantalizingly close to a safety after he bowled over center Maurkice Pouncey and dropped Roethlisberger on his back in the end zone.Cut a half-dozen times by the Raiders, Jets and Cowboys, Harris signed a futures contract in Denver two weeks after Joseph was hired as head coach in January 2017.Having missed most of the 2016 season after getting cut in camp by the Jets and signing with Dallas just before Christmas, Harris said, "I felt like Denver was my last chance."That didn't translate to making a good first impression, though."He's got about a week before we cut him," Joseph said he told defensive line coach Bill Kollar then."He was just that bad that spring," Joseph recalled earlier this week. "I guess the light came on Chris Boswell Jersey , and the guy's been playing really good football for a year and a-half since."Harris heeded his coach's admonition to start hustling on every single down every single day."They might have thought that he's a week away from cutting, but the next thing you know he's leading our defensive tackles in sacks last year," linebacker Shane Ray said. "And he's made huge plays this year. That says a lot about his character."In 2017, Harris played in all 16 games for the first time in his career and was second on the team with 5陆 sacks. This year, he's been especially stout in the run game but can still make his mark in the pass rush.Kollar said it all began with a heart-to-heart talk with Harris."What happens when you get up here, everybody's good, everybody's tough. So, to me, you've got to take it to next level. When you're a guy who's just never made it, dude, you've got to change your (stuff) Authentic Xavier Grimble Jersey ," Kollar said Wednesday. "So, that's what I told him: 'You've got to work your butt off or you're not going to make it. I want you working harder than those guys you're playing across from.'"Kollar said it was a classic case of pairing determination with natural ability."My job is to get it out of them, to do it all the time," Kollar said. "But I ride everybody's (behind) on the D-line."It turns out Kollar was the perfect headmaster for Harris."Bill got me in better shape, I'll say that," Harris said. "But really, we do a lot of reps and then he goes and explains it and it kind of opens your eyes a little bit the way he explains it, the certain blocks and the way you're supposed to take them on. And the technique that he teaches is kind of natural for me. And so, everything's kind of just fallen into place with Bill."Harris also credited his teammates for helping bring out his best."The players on the D-line have really helped me out to just become a better player, a better person," Harris said. "The whole D-line and Coach Kollar have helped turn my game into what it is today."Harris said he's taken tidbits from Derek Wolfe Cheap Javon Hargrave Jersey , Domata Peko, Adam Gotsis and Zach Kerr: "I try to take little pieces from all of them and add them into my game, and it's kind of worked out perfectly."Harris' only other career interception came for Illinois State against Indiana State in 2013.The only other time he got a game ball came in 2015, when he made a touchdown-saving tackle against the Chargers, when he was also running on adrenalin from sleep deprivation."You want to know something crazy? The first time was after I had my son," Harris said. "And I missed the Thursday practice that time and half of Friday and came back Friday night."He missed practice last Friday for the birth of his daughter ."It was funny. I was joking around with Zach: 'You know, every time I have a kid, something good happens," Harris recounted. "It was just like a joke we had going on 鈥?and then you saw what happened."Harris insists, however, that it won't go down as his best game in the pros."There's a lot of room to improve Jordan Berry Jersey ," Harris said. "I want to put together a complete game where I'm going out there and being dominant in the run and dominant in the pass."Follow Arnie Melendrez Stapleton on Twitter: ://arniestapletonMatthew Thomas could be in the mix to see snaps on Sunday if Vince Williams cannot play Having suffered a hamstring injury in Week 4, the status of Vince Williams is in some doubt for the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday after Mike Tomlin was unable to offer any positive updates about his condition on Tuesday. If he cannot play, there should be a legitimate debate about who might start in his place. L.J. Fort was the first player off the bench to replace Williams against the Baltimore Ravens, even though Tyler Matakevich is the one listed behind him on the depth chart. After a week of practice that saw Matthew Thomas training with the first-team at times, the backup roles at inside linebacker are clearly in flux.Prior to Sunday night, none of these three reserve players had seen a snap on defense through the first three games, and Fort saw just 11 snaps against Baltimore when Williams went down. Looking ahead to Week 5, it appears the undrafted rookie might actually be in line to make his career debut on defense against the Atlanta Falcons.When asked during his weekly press conference if Thomas would be an option to play in place of Williams, Mike Tomlin confirmed he was in the mix to see some snaps.Even if it is not this Sunday, it does seem that Thomas is inching his way closer to be included on defense on game day, and if Williams does miss the upcoming game http://www.steelerscheapshops.com/cheap-authentic-stephon-tuitt-jersey , it not too hard to envisage the coaching staff believing the young rookie was a better option to start than Fort or Matakevich. That being said, Tomlin’s love of his veteran players is well known, and it would be equally unsurprising if Thomas was left languishing on the bench a bit longer before he was able to convince Tomlin or Keith Butler that he deserved an opportunity to play. Having expected his inclusion with the first-team in practice ahead of the Ravens game was an indication Thomas might play in Week 4, we are equally prepared to be disappointed again this week. Should the Steelers continue to falter, they will have nothing to lose from trying some of their more inexperienced players like the former Florida State product. How much worse can he really be given the standard of play we have already seen at the position so far this season? Custom Cleveland Browns Jerseys]]> liny