Steelers place franchise tag on Bud Dupree, keeping pass rusher from hitting free agency

[tube517]

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/s...g-free-agency/

[El-Gonzo Jackson]

I think that was expected. They dont have much behind him and Watt in the way of depth at OLB. I still expect to see them draft an edge rusher as they need somebody on a more cap friendly deal than the tag and so far Chickillo and 2 UDFA's are the current depth.

[tube517]

Chickillo was released

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[El-Gonzo Jackson]

Chickillo was released

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OK, was probably needed to free up cap room to franchise Dupree. Thanks.

I thought they needed OLB depth last year in the draft. Definitely means they need it this year.

[tube517]

Barron and Holton also cut.

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[Edman]

Dupree’s issues was never lack of ability. Dude could always play. It was technique and staying healthy.

The big knock on him coming out of the draft was that he was raw. The light went on for Bud, and it helps that he has an elite pass rusher across from him. Watt is quickly establishing himself as the best in the business.

With Lamar Jackson, Baker Mayfield, and soon Joe Burrow entering the AFC North, combined with the B’s broken up, the Steelers need to stay all in on Defense. Good move.

[HollywoodSteel]

This was a good move. Apart from Hargrave we seem to be keeping this great defense together.

Ramon Foster just retired so it’s nice that OLB isn’t our top need in the draft. I think we have to prioritize C/G now. Hopefully there is day one starter available where we pick in round two.

[86WARD]

So nothing unexpected yet. Tag Dupree; Foster, Chickillo, Barron all cut. Just an ordinary day in America...

[Steeldude]

$15+ million for an average OLB.

[st33lersguy]

Giving him another contract year ain't bad

[hawaiiansteeler]

Giving him another contract year ain't bad

I agree...

[Hawkman]

$15+ million for an average OLB.

Thanks for your participation!

[steelreserve]

Oh well.

[Steeldude]

Thanks for your participation!

How does that make you feel?

[Mojouw]

How does that make you feel?

like a special delicate flower. Kinda like I feel when I gaze lovingly at my participation trophies.

[hawaiiansteeler]

like a special delicate flower. Kinda like I feel when I gaze lovingly at my participation trophies.

[Fire Goodell]

Dong!

[HollywoodSteel]

Has anyone read about any reaction from Bud? Does he plan on signing his tender? Or is there a chance he’ll hold out for a deal?

[Rotorhead]

Has anyone read about any reaction from Bud? Does he plan on signing his tender? Or is there a chance he’ll hold out for a deal?

I think he was fine to play under the tag earlier this season.

I am thinking they are going to get him on a contract before to long, lower the cap hit to free up more money. I would do 3 years, $30M with the $16 guaranteed.

[Bluecoat96]

Here's the real question. Who's going to be around to make stupid faces like this now that this asshole is gone?

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[DesertSteel]

I think he was fine to play under the tag earlier this season.

I am thinking they are going to get him on a contract before to long, lower the cap hit to free up more money. I would do 3 years, $30M with the $16 guaranteed.

So would the Steelers... aint no chance of that happening with those low numbers. He's already got $16M guaranteed with the tag for one year.

[Hawkman]

How does that make you feel?

Pretty good and you?

[86WARD]

There was thought that Bell would sign...

[Steeldude]

like a special delicate flower. Kinda like I feel when I gaze lovingly at my participation trophies.

Not surprising at all.

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Pretty good and you?

No feelings at all.