Remember when I posted in defense of Le'Veon Bell to consider the possibility the players know as much if not more about the game than we do?
There is an exception to every rule - I do not include Martavis in that group - he is physically gifted but continues to give the impression he otherwise is pretty much clueless
Bryant just tweeted:
“Big win today and tomorrow right back to work tomorrow I am happy to be a steeler and can't wait to reach number 7 this year.”
Sure, but the fact the guy has 1.5 years on his contract and has such potential, I think that gives him some value. Giants and Jets could use WR's. See if they can get a 4th round pick for him and move on to JuJu, Hunter, Rogers, DHB. OR maybe see what you can do in the offseason.
My bet is he violates the substance abuse policy anyways, so see if you can find a sucker like the Bills or Jets to trade for him. To steal a phrase about an old Bears DE....."talent of a Worldbeater, but head of an eggbeater".
1. Amarius Mims, OT, Georgia 2. Zach Frazier, C, West Virginia 3. Roman Wilson, WR, Michigan 3. Renardo Green, CB, FSU 4. Mo Kamara, OLB, Colorado State 6. Logan Lee, DT, Iowa 6.Khristian Boyd, NT, Northern Iowa
-He posts insecure tweet when JuJu gets drafted.
-the PG reports Bryant in the dog house and we may see more of Eli Rogers this week
-a source tells ESPN that Bryant is complaining of the sub packages that put JuJu in and take Bryant out.
-a source tells Rappaport Bryant wants a trade.
Now its all fake news? Where there is smoke there is usually fire, or else its just from Santonio Holmes joint.
I saw the name "Ian Rappaport" and immediately tuned out. If there's anything going on, I'll wait to hear it from a reputable source.
"You've heard people brag about 'being in the zone'. They don't know what the Hell being in the zone is about. I played in the NFL for 15 years and I was only in the zone that one time." - "Mean" Joe Greene on the 1974 playoff victory over Oakland
I agree with an earlier poster...my bet is he will violate substance abuse policy anyway...some of these players are so dumb. Just like the kneeling for the anthem I think these players know they are dumb but latched on to something they thought would make them look smart but to us made them look more stupid.
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This quote from the linked article
“One of my teammates from over there told me there was a game plan around me the whole week, so it was good to hear about that, them letting me know that they're cautious about me having a breakout game,” Bryant said. “But we got the win, I'm happy, onto the next one.”
http://www.pennlive.com/steelers/ind...rt_river_index
Transcript of Chiefs coaches breaking down film before Steelers game
Andy Reid: So to sum up, the defensive game plan is to stop Bryant - with 15 catches for 204 yards after 5 weeks the Steelers offense obviously revolves around him - do not recall seeing anyone more impressive than he was after his 5 catches for 21 yards against Jacksonville
Andy - do we know who that guy wearing number 26 is?
Reid: No idea - someone have a Steelers roster?
Andy - do we have any film on number 84?
Reid: Maybe, but why waste time looking at that? The key is stopping Bryant at all costs. Stop Bryant and nobody else on that team can hurt us.
I think this is all pretty hilarious. I have no doubt Bryant is pissed off. While he may have faced adversity in his life outside of football, this is likely the first time he has faced adversity on the football field. Imagine how much of head trip that is for a guy who has likely always taken for granted that on-field success would be there for him. Plus Bryant has not demonstrated himself to be the most stable and rationale guy ever.
So he starts running his mouth to everyone he can find. Likely told the team to "use him or trade him" weeks ago. Everyone likely rolled their eyes as soon as he walked away. He isn't getting traded and one big game will cure what ails Bryant.
I also imagine this kind of stuff happens all the time in a league filled with egos and idiots. Now with social media and everyone wanting to be a "source" we just hear about this stuff. It isn't so much that it is "fake news" it just isn't actionable news!
How does anyone know it’s not as simple as Bryant saying: “Hey, if I’m not gonna play much, would you consider trading me to a place that I can get more playing time. I’m happy here, but I’d like more playing time.” Then his coked up girlfriend opens her fat mouth.
No one knows the context of the conversation.
According to the report I read it was after week 5...... that was LAST WEEK, not weeks ago. That said, no way I trade him. He's on the cheap for this year and next. He can suck it up. But...... I'd also like to see a few more targets to him.
If it was after week five it might have had something to do with both the quality of the 8 targets he received (5 receptions/21 yards on short passes) and Ben forcing the ball to Brown on 19 targets, including INTs 2 and 3.
Recall that Bryant threw shade at AB after the Battle Of The Gatorade Tub
But I agree he is not going anywhere for now unless he decides he will be playing for nobody by blazing to take his troubles away
Ben also said he "may have lost it" after week 5. Then he got mad at others for questioning his ability when he did it himself. Hopefully Bryant was just frustrated and will turn it around.
I guess my question would be that if a player really isn't happy being here, how hard will he play ? I do like the idea of getting a good TE though, we definitely need one. But now it seems the rumor was a rumor...... I'm confused. It's just a real good situation having so much talent and only 1 football to play with. ( I still would like to see a good TE .... that would be icing on the cake so to speak).
The usual concern is a player quits playing hard after he gets the big contract/signing bonus, not before - if Bryant plans to stay in the NFL past 2018 and get any kind of major multi-year deal he needs to perform given the obvious risk that will go with signing him for a serious bonus
I think Ben was being sarcastic about his performance to reporters. He knows that he didn't play well vs JAX, but he also knows that at least 2 of those picks were the fault of the ball being tipped at the LOS, or JuJu falling down. Ben's play is ability and his career is winding down, but he just doesn't "loose it" completely and the Steelers don't have a better option on the team anyways.
Bryant is actually expendable at this point.
No surprise this has now generated the mandatory Hot Takes by the national sports media complex
Stephen A. calls out Bryant for trade request.
Stephen A. Smith is shocked that Steelers RB Martavis Bryant has "the nerve" to want out of Pittsburgh.
"You gotta lot of damn nerve, bro"
http://www.espn.com/video/clip/_/id/21041713
If only the Steelers would not have traded Bryant's heir apparent Sammie Coates
2017 Gamelog Stats
Week Opp Result Target Rec Yard Avg TD Att Yard Avg TD FPts 2 at BAL L 10-24 4 0 0 - 0 0 0 - 0 0.0 6 at HOU L 17-33 2 1 11 11.0 0 0 0 - 0 1.1
Maybe he was being sarcastic, but I don't think so. I tend to agree with you on a and partly B, as we might get a 4th round pick out of him and I would take that for a guy that is one hash brownie away from a suspension, that doesn't think he is getting enough passes. Also;
C. if his attitude is detrimental to the locker room.
It might be wise to keep giving him opportunities.
If he and Ben can get on the same page by the playoffs, we could be hard to stop.
And if Bryant finishes as strong as he is capable of, it would likely add a lot to his trade value...or we just keep him.
"With love, with patience, and with Faith
....She'll make her way" ~ Natalie Merchant
At this point. C. seems to fit right in with that locker room.
And I don't think Ben was being sarcastic either. He was emotionally depleted and thinking out loud. I look forward to hearing the next stupid thing he has to say on his radio show.
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That said, I'd trade him for Carmelo Anthony.