53 predictions

[RunNGun]

Offense

QB- Ben, Haskins, Dobbs (3)
RB- Harris, McFarland, Ballage, Edmunds (4)
FB- Watt (1)
WR- Johnson, Smith-Schuster, Claypool, Washington, McCloud (5)
TE- Freiermuth, Ebron, Gentry (3)
T- Okorafor, Banner, Moore (3)
G- Dotson, Turner, Finney, Coward (4)
C- Green, Hassenauer (2)

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Defense

NT- AluAlu, Buggs, (2)
DE- Heyward, Tuitt, Wormley, Mondeaux, Loudermilk (5)
OLB- Watt, Highsmith, Ingram, Marsh (4)
ILB- Bush, Schobert, Spillane, Allen, Johnson (5)
CB- Haden, Sutton, Pierre, Layne, Free Agent/Trade (5)
FS- Fitzpatrick, Norwood (2)
SS- Edmunds, Killebrew (2)

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Specialists

K- Boswell (1)
P- Berry (1)
LS- Canaday (1)

(3)

It's quite possible MR isn't playing in the finale because they are ensuring he's healthy, so he has a chance to sign with someone else.

I chose to keep Edmunds as the final RB because I like his ability to do different things. He looked decent as an H-back, as well as being a lead blocker. He's also solid on STs.

I like what Gentry has done in the preseason and I think he has improved enough to get the nod over Rader.

The secondary was the hardest to choose. I do believe they will add a corner or safety. If they happen to add a safety then I believe Norwood goes to the PS.

I don't believe Harvin has done enough to boot Berry. Could easily see this going either way, but Berry was lights out against the Lions, so I'm sticking to my guns there.

[cubanstogie]

Offense

QB- Ben, Haskins, Dobbs (3)
RB- Harris, McFarland, Ballage, Edmunds (4)
FB- Watt (1)
WR- Johnson, Smith-Schuster, Claypool, Washington, McCloud (5)
TE- Freiermuth, Ebron, Gentry (3)
T- Okorafor, Banner, Moore (3)
G- Dotson, Turner, Finney, Coward (4)
C- Green, Hassenauer (2)

(25)

Defense

NT- AluAlu, Buggs, (2)
DE- Heyward, Tuitt, Wormley, Mondeaux, Loudermilk (5)
OLB- Watt, Highsmith, Ingram, Marsh (4)
ILB- Bush, Schobert, Spillane, Allen, Johnson (5)
CB- Haden, Sutton, Pierre, Layne, Free Agent/Trade (5)
FS- Fitzpatrick, Norwood (2)
SS- Edmunds, Killebrew (2)

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Specialists

K- Boswell (1)
P- Berry (1)
LS- Canaday (1)

(3)

It's quite possible MR isn't playing in the finale because they are ensuring he's healthy, so he has a chance to sign with someone else.

I chose to keep Edmunds as the final RB because I like his ability to do different things. He looked decent as an H-back, as well as being a lead blocker. He's also solid on STs.

I like what Gentry has done in the preseason and I think he has improved enough to get the nod over Rader.

The secondary was the hardest to choose. I do believe they will add a corner or safety. If they happen to add a safety then I believe Norwood goes to the PS.

I don't believe Harvin has done enough to boot Berry. Could easily see this going either way, but Berry was lights out against the Lions, so I'm sticking to my guns there.
I like em all, except I say Rudolph in Dobbs out. I like your rb’s as well but think Snell gets a spot over Edmunds. Tomlin thinks Snell is a successful short yardage guy, and he’s right to certain extent. First and 10 snell good to get that yard.

[BlackAndGold]

QB: Ben, Rudolph, Haskins
RB/FB: Harris, McFarland, Snell, Watt
WR: JuJu, Claypool, DJ, Washington, Ray-Ray
TE: Ebron, Freiermuth, Gentry
OL: Chuk, Dotson, Green, Turner, Banner, Moore, Haeg, Hassenauer, Finney
DL: Heyward, Tuitt, Alualu, Davis, Wormley, Loudermilk
OLB: Watt, Highsmith, Ingram, Marsh, Jones
ILB: Bush, Schobert, Spillane, Allen, Johnson
CB: Haden, Sutton, Pierre, Layne, Maulet
S: Minkah, Edmunds, Norwood, Killebrew.
K/P/LS: Boswell, Harvin, Kuntz

I have one more spot and I'm not sure who to add. I'll guess it's an outsider player. If not, one of Roche, Shakur Brown, or Sexton(Returner)

[Steeler-in-west]

QB: Ben, Rudolph, Haskins
RB/FB: Harris, McFarland, Snell, Watt
WR: JuJu, Claypool, DJ, Washington, Ray-Ray
TE: Ebron, Freiermuth, Gentry
OL: Chuk, Dotson, Green, Turner, Banner, Moore, Haeg, Hassenauer, Finney
DL: Heyward, Tuitt, Alualu, Davis, Wormley, Loudermilk
OLB: Watt, Highsmith, Ingram, Marsh, Jones
ILB: Bush, Schobert, Spillane, Allen, Johnson
CB: Haden, Sutton, Pierre, Layne, Maulet
S: Minkah, Edmunds, Norwood, Killebrew.
K/P/LS: Boswell, Harvin, Kuntz

I have one more spot and I'm not sure who to add. I'll guess it's an outsider player. If not, one of Roche, Shakur Brown, or Sexton(Returner)

Ebron over Freiermuth?
roche over marsh
Sexton in

[Disco1981]

Ebron over Freiermuth?
roche over marsh
Sexton in

Balledge I think will be one of the RB's
Possibly Jamir Jones over Marsh

[86WARD]

Balledge I think will be one of the RB's
Possibly Jamir Jones over Marsh

Ballage is clearly the second best RB on the roster. There’s no way he’s not on the final roster when all is said and done.

On a side note: the fact that the roster is still only 53 plus a practice squad is ridiculous considering there is one extra game.

[RunNGun]

Ballage is clearly the second best RB on the roster. There’s no way he’s not on the final roster when all is said and done.

On a side note: the fact that the roster is still only 53 plus a practice squad is ridiculous considering there is one extra game.

Ballage probably is the 2nd best running back on the roster but I still predict McFarland to get more touches. I think they will try to utilize McFarland's speed and get him more involved. Hopefully, Ballage can be the spell back/short yardage guy.

[Born2Steel]

Offense

QB- Ben, Rudolph, Haskins
RB- Harris, McFarland, Ballage
FB- Watt (1)
WR- DJ, JuJu, Claypool, Washington, RayRay (5)
TE- Freiermuth, Ebron, Gentry (3)
T- Okorafor, Banner, Moore, Haeg
G- Dotson, Turner, Finney, Coward (4)
C- Green, Hassenauer

(25)

Defense

NT- AluAlu, Buggs, (2)
DE- Heyward, Tuitt, Wormley, Mondeaux, Loudermilk (5)
OLB- Watt, Highsmith, Ingram, Marsh (4)
ILB- Bush, Schobert, Spillane, Allen, Johnson (5)
CB- Haden, Sutton, Pierre, Layne, Maulet
FS- Fitzpatrick, Norwood (2)
SS- Edmunds, Killebrew (2)

(25)

Specialists

K- Boswell (1)
P- Harvin
LS- Canaday (1)


Steelers are currently a 2pt road dog at Buffalo week 1.

[DesertSteel]

Sexton is going to bust another one tonight and push Ray Ray to the PS.

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When will Tuitt show up?

[hawaiiansteeler]

When will Tuitt show up?

Tuitt has an undisclosed injury.

we may have to carry an extra DL until he is ready to play again.

[one side only]

Jordan Berry could have some trade value. Raiders could be interested. Josh Dobbs may interest some teams as well.

Mike Tomlin brought Stefan Logan when asked about Matthew Sexton. I hope Sexton can return a punt or kickoff a long way. Would be nice to see him get opportunities at receiver as well.

I think at least one player who is not on the roster today makes the final 53, wither an offensive tackle or a defensive back.

[hawaiiansteeler]

I think at least one player who is not on the roster today makes the final 53, wither an offensive tackle or a defensive back.

I'm hoping for a good slot CB.

[86WARD]

The way Tomlin talks about Snell, I’m not sure they cut him…

[Born2Steel]

The way Tomlin talks about Snell, I’m not sure they cut him…

I thought Snell was injured.

[HollywoodSteel]

I thought Snell was injured.

He was but it seems he’s ready to play tonight

[cubanstogie]

He was but it seems he’s ready to play tonight
8 carries 22 yards is my prediction.

[86WARD]

8 carries 22 yards is my prediction.

6 for 24 and his long was 17.

Ugh

[cubanstogie]

6 for 24 and his long was 17.

Ugh
crap I missed his biggest run as a professional. my stream is awful.

[hawaiiansteeler]

Chuck Noll's quote comes to mind:

"Cutting," Noll replied with his deadpan look, "will not be tough; stopping will be."

[HollywoodSteel]

I’m not sure what we learned tonight.

Berry looked good but I don’t know if Harvin wasn’t.

Snell is useless but I don’t know if he loses his job.

Sexton is definitely gone. He sucked balls.

Haskins was slightly less bad than Dobbs... when he was given a chance to play against 8th stringers.

Norwood sucked but he’ll probably still make the team.

For the life of me I couldn’t tell you if Roche or Marsh did anything to beat out the other.

Spillane still sucks in coverage

[cubanstogie]

I’m not sure what we learned tonight.

Berry looked good but I don’t know if Harvin wasn’t.

Snell is useless but I don’t know if he loses his job.

Sexton is definitely gone. He sucked balls.

Haskins was slightly less bad than Dobbs... when he was given a chance to play against 8th stringers.

Norwood sucked but he’ll probably still make the team.

For the life of me I couldn’t tell you if Roche or Marsh did anything to beat out the other.

Spillane still sucks in coverage
We learned if Ben goes down we’re going 7-10, Rudolph is number 2 for sure at this point. We learned our backup ILB’s arent very good, but looking back last 7-8 years always big drop off when starter out. not sure what we learned with RB situation, I still think Samuels and Snell should be cut, but like another mentioned I think Tomlin likes snell for some reason. We have Solid starters although O line is a question mark but lack of depth is obvious. Fingers crossed theres no major injuries this year.

[Mojouw]

I think we learned that the preseason is not a time to get too high or too low in reacting to things...just like every season.

[tube517]

I think we learned that the preseason is not a time to get too high or too low in reacting to things...just like every season.

so we can't fire Canada and trade James Washington and declare the entire 2021 draft a bust and belly ache over tik tok and tweets?

[Mojouw]

so we can't fire Canada and trade James Washington and declare the entire 2021 draft a bust and belly ache over tik tok and tweets?

SUre....why not?

[HollywoodSteel]

QB: Ben, Rudolph, Haskins
RB/FB: Harris, McFarland, Snell, Watt
WR: JuJu, Claypool, DJ, Washington, Ray-Ray
TE: Ebron, Freiermuth, Gentry
OL: Chuk, Dotson, Green, Turner, Banner, Moore, Haeg, Hassenauer, Finney
DL: Heyward, Tuitt, Alualu, Davis, Wormley, Loudermilk
OLB: Watt, Highsmith, Ingram, Marsh, Jones
ILB: Bush, Schobert, Spillane, Allen, Johnson
CB: Haden, Sutton, Pierre, Layne, Maulet
S: Minkah, Edmunds, Norwood, Killebrew.
K/P/LS: Boswell, Harvin, Kuntz

I have one more spot and I'm not sure who to add. I'll guess it's an outsider player. If not, one of Roche, Shakur Brown, or Sexton(Returner)

Brown and Sexton have now been cut. But Roche is still in the mix.

Does anyone know if the Steelers still have practices before the final cut down? Or do the coaches now have all the information they’re going to get?

[teegre]

CRASH’s 53 man roster:

1. QB Ben Roethlisberger
2. WR Chase Claypool
3. WR JuJu Smith-Schuster
4. WR DJ
5. WR James Washington
6. WR Ray-Ray McCloud
7. WR Rico Bussey
8. WR Matthew Sexton
9. WR Cody White
10. WR Anthony Johnson
11. WR Isaiah McCoy
12. WR Tyler Simmons
13-36 WR TBD (once other teams cut players)
37-41 five O-linemen (it’s a rule pffft)
42-52 eleven defenders
53 K Chris Boswell (for extra points ONLY)

[HollywoodSteel]

CRASH’s 53 man roster:

1. QB Ben Roethlisberger
2. WR Chase Claypool
3. WR JuJu Smith-Schuster
4. WR DJ
5. WR James Washington
6. WR Ray-Ray McCloud
7. WR Rico Bussey
8. WR Matthew Sexton
9. WR Cody White
10. WR Anthony Johnson
11. WR Isaiah McCoy
12. WR Tyler Simmons
13-36 WR TBD (once other teams cut players)
37-41 five O-linemen (it’s a rule pffft)
42-52 eleven defenders
53 K Chris Boswell (for extra points ONLY)

I’m sure somebody in that mix can long snap, and Ben can hold (for extra points only). Also the advantage is Ben holding makes it easier for fakes leading to two point conversations. In fact while we’re scoring TDs on every possession, do we even need to bother with extra points? Just go for two every time. Guess we still need Boz for kickoffs.

I hear the Steelers are hiring consultants who think outside the box. You should pitch your idea. :)

[teegre]

I’m sure somebody in that mix can long snap, and Ben can hold (for extra points only). Also the advantage is Ben holding makes it easier for fakes leading to two point conversations. In fact while we’re scoring TDs on every possession, do we even need to bother with extra points? Just go for two every time. Guess we still need Boz for kickoffs.

I hear the Steelers are hiring consultants who think outside the box. You should pitch your idea. :)

The long-snapper will be James Harrison… who will be cloned and play all eleven defensive positions.

Why did I not think of going for 2 points EVERY time!?! You’re hired as my offensive coordinator.

[HollywoodSteel]

The long-snapper will be James Harrison… who will be cloned and play all eleven defensive positions.

Why did I not think of going for 2 points EVERY time!?! You’re hired as my offensive coordinator.

I’ll take it!

The key to success is avoiding the stupidity traps of my predecessors. No Fichtner/Haley dink and dunk/bubble screens. No Arians long developing plays downfield that the O-line can’t protect for. And with no RBs, three yards and a clown of dust is definitely out.

I think I’ll start drawing up some creative QB sneaks that the cowards before me were too scared to try.

[hawaiiansteeler]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDAMZHJBqK8

[HollywoodSteel]

Does anyone predict a trade for DB at this point?

Something like this?

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.behindthesteelcurtain.com/platform/amp/2021/8/29/22646703/is-bryce-callahan-the-perfect-trade-target-for-the-pittsburgh-steelers-denver-broncos-nickel-corner

[oneforthetoe]

Question: Why do we need 3 TE's on the 53 man roster? I get it Gentry would be the best blocking TE on the team almost by default. But how often practically is that going to make a difference? In Short yardage you have a a full back and the option to bring in a third tackle. Nothing against Gentry but I think I'd rather keep an extra linebacker or defensive end. Put Rader and Gentry on the PS. Just typing out loud.

[cubanstogie]

Question: Why do we need 3 TE's on the 53 man roster? I get it Gentry would be the best blocking TE on the team almost by default. But how often practically is that going to make a difference? In Short yardage you have a a full back and the option to bring in a third tackle. Nothing against Gentry but I think I'd rather keep an extra linebacker or defensive end. Put Rader and Gentry on the PS. Just typing out loud.
The way TE’s get injured I would think you have to have three. A buddy of mines kid has been on practice squads for TE for last 3 years and this year I was reading they were possibly keeping 4 on roster for team he’s playing on. It’s inevitable one of our TEs gets concussion or something, then your left one guy and limited options. I’m just thinking out loud as well, not an authority on subject.

[HollywoodSteel]

The way TE’s get injured I would think you have to have three. A buddy of mines kid has been on practice squads for TE for last 3 years and this year I was reading they were possibly keeping 4 on roster for team he’s playing on. It’s inevitable one of our TEs gets concussion or something, then your left one guy and limited options. I’m just thinking out loud as well, not an authority on subject.

How many TEs do we normally dress on game day? If it’s only two then I guess it doesn’t make any difference if the others are on the active roster or on the PS.

[teegre]

Does anyone predict a trade for DB at this point?

Something like this?

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.behindthesteelcurtain.com/platform/amp/2021/8/29/22646703/is-bryce-callahan-the-perfect-trade-target-for-the-pittsburgh-steelers-denver-broncos-nickel-corner

From what I’m hearing from other fanbases, if Colbert somehow pulls this trade off, other teams should simply STOP making deals with the Steelers. :lol:

On a similar note, Sidney Jones was acquired for a R6 pick. Jones has been injured, but he’s a heck of a player. The low pricetag certainly HELPS the Steelers. That said, Malcolm Butler might be retiring… which would drive up the price/which would could negate that low pricetag.

[86WARD]

When did they not have three TEs?

[tube517]

1432725095760465932

:chuckle:

[oneforthetoe]

When did they not have three TEs?

I think I read 2008

[HollywoodSteel]

When did they not have three TEs?

What is the practical difference between having a #3 TE on the 53 who doesn’t get a hat on game day vs a #3 TE on the practice squad.

The only difference I see is that a player could potentially get snatched off the PS by another team. But if we really have no fear of Gentry or Radar getting taken, I could understand putting them both on the PS.

I don’t think it will happen, but it’s an interesting idea if there’s someone more vulnerable that we want on the 53.

[tube517]

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https://www.steelers.com/news/steelers-makes-moves-to-get-to-53

[Born2Steel]

Well there it is. Let's GO!

[HollywoodSteel]

Anyone else surprised that they cut both Roche and Marsh? But kept UG3?

Also a little surprised they kept Buggs and Davis, but I guess it makes sense. Buggs is a run stuffer and Davis is the better pass rusher. Probably good to have both.

I was thinking Mark Gilbert had a shot at the 53, but he’s probably safe on the PS.

[86WARD]

Anyone else surprised that they cut both Roche and Marsh? But kept UG3?

Also a little surprised they kept Buggs and Davis, but I guess it makes sense. Buggs is a run stuffer and Davis is the better pass rusher. Probably good to have both.

I was thinking Mark Gilbert had a shot at the 53, but he’s probably safe on the PS.

I am. I thought it would be Roche or Marsh. Don’t need to say that I am disappointed that Benny isn’t on that list. Also no Haskins/Dobbs…keeping 4 QBs or Dobbs on an injured list?

How many more need to go to get to 53 or maybe they are there?

[HollywoodSteel]

1432725095760465932

:chuckle:

Well, this fight was pointless. They both made the team. Lol

Although we still might see some shake ups to the 53 in the next couple of days.

If they want to put Tuitt, Banner, or Allen on IR with the possibility of return, they had to be put on the active 53 first. But hopefully that doesn’t happen.

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I am. I thought it would be Roche or Marsh. Don’t need to say that I am disappointed that Benny isn’t on that list. Also no Haskins/Dobbs…

How many more need to go to get to 53?

Dobbs is on IR. Gone for the season. Haskins is on the active 53.

No more cuts need to be made. But you never know what might happen over the next 24 hours with possible acquisitions from other teams.

[86WARD]

Well, this fight was pointless. They both made the team. Lol

Although we still might see some shake ups to the 53 in the next couple of days.

If they want to put Tuitt, Banner, or Allen on IR with the possibility of return, they had to be put on the active 53 first. But hopefully that doesn’t happen.

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Dobbs is on IR. Gone for the season. Haskins is on the active 53.

No more cuts need to be made. But you never know what might happen over the next 24 hours with possible acquisitions from other teams.

Got it. Just updated my post asking the same questions you just answered.

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[HollywoodSteel]

Here’s a link to the 53 man roster as it stands for mandatory cut down. Obviously changes might be made over the next day or so:

https://steelersdepot.com/2021/08/2021-pittsburgh-steelers-initial-53-man-roster/

[dislocatedday]

What guards are out there that can be brought in? Hassenauer is the only backup at Center or Guard currently. No way the Steelers are going into the season that thin.

[HollywoodSteel]

Word on the street is we will probably add a slot CB from outside the organization. If we don’t put any of our injured guys on IR, seems like they’d cut a D-lineman or UG3.

https://twitter.com/alex_kozora/status/1432800746844704775?s=21

[dislocatedday]

Matt Skura was released by Dolphins. I would not mind Steelers bringing him in for depth. He is from Pittsburgh too.

[HollywoodSteel]

What guards are out there that can be brought in? Hassenauer is the only backup at Center or Guard currently. No way the Steelers are going into the season that thin.

They could still bring in an OG from the outside, or maybe they feel like the guys they cut are safe on the PS for depth purposes.

Now that a team can put any player on the PS, regardless of accrued seasons, I’m sure that affects strategy at this point.

[Dwinsgames]

Desmond Trufant please............................................ .....................

[pczach]

Desmond Trufant please............................................ .....................




That would be nice.

[86WARD]

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[HollywoodSteel]

Artie Burns is available too. ;)

[cubanstogie]

Artie Burns is available too. ;)
sean Davis as well. probably worst secondary we’ve ever had included those two.

[El-Gonzo Jackson]

Benny Snell. :confused:

[86WARD]

Artie Burns is available too. ;)

Bears are signing him back.

[Born2Steel]

I didn't make the 53 again this year. There's always next year!

[86WARD]

I didn't make the 53 again this year. There's always next year!

I’d sign you over Benny Snell and put you on the coaching staff over Danny Smith.

[Born2Steel]

I’d sign you over Benny Snell and put you on the coaching staff over Danny Smith.

Ha! And you thought Benny was slow....

I can chew on gum though....

[86WARD]

Ha! And you thought Benny was slow....

I can chew on gum though....

Just pick the right hole and you’ll be fine!

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[Born2Steel]

Just pick the right hole and you’ll be fine!

https://media4.giphy.com/media/IjJ8FVe4HVk66yvlV2/giphy.gif

:rofl2:

That is NOT what she said.

[86WARD]

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