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05-25-2012, 02:11 PM
Steelers' Pouncey says Colon will do well at guard
By Dan Hanzus, NFL.com
May 25, 2012

It's a time of transition for the Pittsburgh Steelers, both in terms of personnel and strategy.

This is no different along the offensive line. Willie Colon is healthy after missing the majority of last season with a torn triceps muscle. A tackle for his entire NFL career, the Steelers are planning to move him inside to guard.

Maurkice Pouncey, the third-year center who serves as the line's anchor, has no doubt Colon will handle the change in scenery.

“I think it’s going to be a great transition for him, and he’ll probably be one of the best guards in the league right now," Pouncey told 93.7 The Fan in Pittsburgh (via SportsRadioInterviews.com). "He’s working really hard on his technique right now, he’s a big guy to move guys out of there, and I’m happy he’s right there next to me.”

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