jebrick Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 31 minutes ago, IDOG_det said: Is Jesse James still going to be the #1 TE in Pittsburgh? For about 3 weeks would be my guess. McDonald's drops are a worry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheVillain112 Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 I like the move for the Steelers. Their TE situation in fantasy though will be a mess... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Livewire Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 49 minutes ago, 49erurtaza said: That's discouraging but I think he could be a nice addition to the Steelers. I see that he is a good blocker which is nice. He won't be to asked to do a lot with the talent the Steelers have at WR so there won't be too much pressure on him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forge Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 3 minutes ago, 1BackInBlackFan said: That's discouraging but I think he could be a nice addition to the Steelers. I see that he is a good blocker which is nice. He won't be to asked to do a lot with the talent the Steelers have at WR so there won't be too much pressure on him. Yeah, he will be fine with you guys. The problem for us the last few years is that we had no real receivers so we used the tight ends quite a bit (also, we had Kaep and Gabbert, so lots of short throws) so it was frustrating watching him drop a ton of passes, not make the hard catches, etc. He's massively overpaid, but you can easily get out of the contract after this year, I think. So for just dropping down a few spots in the draft (probably what, 10-15 spots?), it's a fine deal for you guys if you can afford the salary. And yes, you won't have complaints about his blocking - very solid/good in that regard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TecmoSuperJoe Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 1 hour ago, Forge said: Because Baalke. I can't believe that we gave Baalke the authority to make that deal even though he could have been on the way out. That was just dumb. Then for Baalke to give him that type of contract...well, Baalke going to do Baalke things. Keeping Baalke over Harbaugh was a huge doo doo stain on the franchise. Jed is such a moron. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChazStandard Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 3 hours ago, IDOG_det said: Is Jesse James still going to be the #1 TE in Pittsburgh? He better be, trading for a replacement starter a week before the season starts would be like shooting him in the back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MOSteelers56 Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 15 minutes ago, ChazStandard said: He better be, trading for a replacement starter a week before the season starts would be like shooting him in the back. Almost like it's a cold business.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CKSteeler Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 I don't think this is an upgrade. And while not much was given up draft wise, you are taking on a hefty amount of salary. I'd rather make a bigger splash for a CB than worry about TE. Especially when it's not even a real upgrade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
footbull3196 Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 I thought McDonald's extension was ridiculous considering he's done very little to warrant it. Yes he's a good blocker, but so is Brent Celek and he came at $4 million a year instead of $7 million. Steelers do need a tight end for what it's worth, but I doubt he produces anywhere near what he's being paid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelcurtain29 Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 Trading for a TE is an odd way of fixing your secondary. But hey, he can't catch worth a damn, much like the Steelers secondary. Just move him to FS. He'll fit right in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelcurtain29 Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 3 hours ago, ChazStandard said: He better be, trading for a replacement starter a week before the season starts would be like shooting him in the back. So, "the Outlaw" got beat at his own game? Well played, Steelers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrry32 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 10 hours ago, 49erurtaza said: George little is the starter now glad to see it over Not at all surprised. He's going to be a huge asset to the outside-zone scheme. And he's a threat as a pass-catcher if he's not respected. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jags Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 He always seems to have a couple huge plays a year, but I never hear his name mention consistently. Looks like a win for both teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
43M Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 15 hours ago, IDOG_det said: Is Jesse James still going to be the #1 TE in Pittsburgh? Yes. Some Steeler fans seem to think this is a reflection on Jesse James, but I really dont think it does (even though James is still only average at best). My guess is we traded for Vance primarily for his blocking ability, and because he provides some decent depth...not because of Jesse James. Only way Vance steals the starting job is if James sucks early and often and they might give Vance a chance. James is unspectacular, but he has proven to be more dependable than McDonald ever has. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cddolphin Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 7 hours ago, FourThreeMafia said: Yes. Some Steeler fans seem to think this is a reflection on Jesse James, but I really dont think it does (even though James is still only average at best). My guess is we traded for Vance primarily for his blocking ability, and because he provides some decent depth...not because of Jesse James. Only way Vance steals the starting job is if James sucks early and often and they might give Vance a chance. James is unspectacular, but he has proven to be more dependable than McDonald ever has. Don't most teams run 12 personnel often enough anyway.. you really need 2 capable TEs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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