I was curious on what Steelers fans thoughts were about Skipper being released and then claimed by the Giants. Below are a few comments...
Tuzar waived. Holton promoted to 53. Why?
I rarely get upset with these moves anymore but thats dumb, IMO.
5 sacks 2 forced fumbles in preseason. Are we dumb?
This is another in the long line of guys putting together a solid camp forcing themselves on to the 53 and Tomlin cutting them loose.
Before writing him off, think about how many other quality players on our roster (and throughout the league) are undrafted guys who proved themselves in camp and preseason. Tuzar kicked quite a bit of ass in the preseason this year.
Doesn't make a ton of sense to drop Skipper, but maybe they know something we don't. I would probably have liked to see Skipper take Matakevich's place, but I'm not the one running the team. Hopefully he clears waivers and can be added to the practice squad
Skipper played like a young James Harrison & seem like an insurance policy. It's mentally retarded to risk a player like this on waivers.
I don’t really pay attention to the Giants but I heard they are starving for pass rushers so I think if he has anything to offer he will stick there. I will definitely try and catch a few snaps to see how he does.
Position coaches were pissed.
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But if this guy sees a lot of snaps this weekend, then -- as far as our defense is concerned -- we are royally fooked for the 2019 season.
...whatsoever.
But if this guy sees a lot of snaps this weekend, then -- as far as our defense is concerned -- we are royally fooked for the 2019 season.
Based on what, exactly? Who else is going to take those snaps that makes us royally unfooked?
...whatsoever.
But if this guy sees a lot of snaps this weekend, then -- as far as our defense is concerned -- we are royally fooked for the 2019 season.
This is a pretty poor take. If he can bring some pressure would that not be a good thing?
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...whatsoever.
But if this guy sees a lot of snaps this weekend, then -- as far as our defense is concerned -- we are royally fooked for the 2019 season.
Based on what, exactly? Who else is going to take those snaps that makes us royally unfooked?
Translation: can we do any worse?? LOL
Will tye?
...whatsoever.
But if this guy sees a lot of snaps this weekend, then -- as far as our defense is concerned -- we are royally fooked for the 2019 season.
Exactly. I hope this guy works out. But productive talented pass rushers don’t get out on practice squads.
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...whatsoever.
But if this guy sees a lot of snaps this weekend, then -- as far as our defense is concerned -- we are royally fooked for the 2019 season.
This is a pretty poor take. If he can bring some pressure would that not be a good thing?
A fringe player from another team brought in mid week is going to blow assignments the more snaps he plays. That's a net negative weighed against any situational pressure he brings. He should get situational snaps and be eased in as he gets comfortable with the playbook. If he's playing a lot, its because X is injured or getting bullied.
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If the situation were reversed why do I think the reactions here might be a bit more vociferous. (Who was that HOF TE the Pats climbed from us.)
Will tye?
I thought it was Jake Ballard?
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...whatsoever.
But if this guy sees a lot of snaps this weekend, then -- as far as our defense is concerned -- we are royally fooked for the 2019 season.
This is a pretty poor take. If he can bring some pressure would that not be a good thing?
At least he didn't spell anything out in initials. I consider it a solid post whenever he avoids that triteness.
Just keep expectations managed - those comments you're reading, swap Lauletta and Tanney out for Skipper and Holton and there's little difference.
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...whatsoever.
But if this guy sees a lot of snaps this weekend, then -- as far as our defense is concerned -- we are royally fooked for the 2019 season.
Based on what, exactly? Who else is going to take those snaps that makes us royally unfooked?
Based on a very fundamental rule. If you pick up a waiver guy who is now your leading candidate as an Edge rusher, then what does that tell you about our team's pass rushing capability?
The cupboard is bare, as in empty.
As for Oshane Ximiness, he looks like he may be a future piece of the puzzle with 2019 being a year he gets to cut his teeth. I suppose the good news is that -- because we are the worst pass rushing team in the NFL -- a guy like Ximiness will surely get a good amount of playing time this year.
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If the situation were reversed why do I think the reactions here might be a bit more vociferous. (Who was that HOF TE the Pats climbed from us.)
Will tye?
I thought it was Jake Ballard?
I believe your correct. Good call
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...whatsoever.
But if this guy sees a lot of snaps this weekend, then -- as far as our defense is concerned -- we are royally fooked for the 2019 season.
Based on what, exactly? Who else is going to take those snaps that makes us royally unfooked?
Based on a very fundamental rule. If you pick up a waiver guy who is now your leading candidate as an Edge rusher, then what does that tell you about our team's pass rushing capability?
The cupboard is bare, as in empty.
As for Oshane Ximiness, he looks like he may be a future piece of the puzzle with 2019 being a year he gets to cut his teeth. I suppose the good news is that -- because we are the worst pass rushing team in the NFL -- a guy like Ximiness will surely get a good amount of playing time this year.
But you are ignoring the fact that there is no one else on the roster for Tuzar to take snaps away from, save from Ximines. It is a no lose situation to see what a young player with some potential has to offer, so it certainly doesn't make us any more or any less fucked this year.
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In comment 14572376 M.S. said:
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...whatsoever.
But if this guy sees a lot of snaps this weekend, then -- as far as our defense is concerned -- we are royally fooked for the 2019 season.
Based on what, exactly? Who else is going to take those snaps that makes us royally unfooked?
Based on a very fundamental rule. If you pick up a waiver guy who is now your leading candidate as an Edge rusher, then what does that tell you about our team's pass rushing capability?
The cupboard is bare, as in empty.
As for Oshane Ximiness, he looks like he may be a future piece of the puzzle with 2019 being a year he gets to cut his teeth. I suppose the good news is that -- because we are the worst pass rushing team in the NFL -- a guy like Ximiness will surely get a good amount of playing time this year.
But you are ignoring the fact that there is no one else on the roster for Tuzar to take snaps away from, save from Ximines. It is a no lose situation to see what a young player with some potential has to offer, so it certainly doesn't make us any more or any less fucked this year.
But that's not my point.
My point is that Tuzar Skipper is a symptom of how desperate the Giants are in trying to generate a pass rush!
my reply was "thanks kiper".
but he recruited and coached him... that was his tidbit on him
Would be nice if we steal a potential rotational / 3rd down pass rusher
See what happens. Seems like he can get on the field ASAP
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In comment 14572376 M.S. said:
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...whatsoever.
But if this guy sees a lot of snaps this weekend, then -- as far as our defense is concerned -- we are royally fooked for the 2019 season.
Based on what, exactly? Who else is going to take those snaps that makes us royally unfooked?
Based on a very fundamental rule. If you pick up a waiver guy who is now your leading candidate as an Edge rusher, then what does that tell you about our team's pass rushing capability?
The cupboard is bare, as in empty.
As for Oshane Ximiness, he looks like he may be a future piece of the puzzle with 2019 being a year he gets to cut his teeth. I suppose the good news is that -- because we are the worst pass rushing team in the NFL -- a guy like Ximiness will surely get a good amount of playing time this year.
But you are ignoring the fact that there is no one else on the roster for Tuzar to take snaps away from, save from Ximines. It is a no lose situation to see what a young player with some potential has to offer, so it certainly doesn't make us any more or any less fucked this year.
But that's not my point.
My point is that Tuzar Skipper is a symptom of how desperate the Giants are in trying to generate a pass rush!
No shit, which is why it makes no sense to say that our season is "royally fooked" now that he is getting snaps, we were already at that point. At least we brought in a young player and will give him a chance to prove himself
But I haven't seen the Giants or anyone actually confirm that. Do we know?
Would be nice if we steal a potential rotational / 3rd down pass rusher
See what happens. Seems like he can get on the field ASAP
Looks strong. Jolts olineman. 30 BPs.
Don't mean to p!ss in anyone's corn flakes. Just adding data. For the record, the uniform numbers I checked were 75 and 64 on the Bucs, 63 and 79 on the Panthers, 64 on the Chiefs, and 88 and (I think) 68 on the Titans.
Guess we shall see
Post of the Day! ;)
I'm excited actually.
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But if this guy sees a lot of snaps this weekend, then -- as far as our defense is concerned -- we are royally fooked for the 2019 season.
As if Kareem Martin was some huge loss? Haha. Come on.
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Admittedly I know nothing about the process of learning a different defense (or offense either).
Oldschool, thanks for the lonk. Me LIKEY! I can see why some people in Pitt are pissed!
Great job DG!
Admittedly I know nothing about the process of learning a different defense (or offense either).
I would expect him in situational passing downs. Pretty simple to learn "go sack the QB".
I'm excited actually.
Haven't seem that since Osi, who oddly enough had a good bull rush move.
Haley might be on that list - but other than him - who's the last guy the Giants picked up and they turned into Cameron Wake?
Haley might be on that list - but other than him - who's the last guy the Giants picked up and they turned into Cameron Wake?
The Giants appear to have found a gem with Halapio. According to Sy he was outstanding week one versus a very tough defense in Dallas. Nick Gates is another player to keep an eye on as a potential find.
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...whatsoever.
But if this guy sees a lot of snaps this weekend, then -- as far as our defense is concerned -- we are royally fooked for the 2019 season.
Exactly. I hope this guy works out. But productive talented pass rushers don’t get out on practice squads.
Really? Giants cut Cam Wake. Of this guy develops great. He may be gone in weeks. But saying teams don’t make mistakes. They do