Steelers hire Bicknell as oline coach

[Real Deal Steel]

is this a serious comment?

gzzz no. I guess I've got to do a better job at conveying sarcasm. Sorry if I threw you off.

[Big T]

I like it. The talent is here. Just gotta keep 'em healthy. I expect a big leap from DeCastro and Adams, both of whom showed flashes of their astronomical potential. I still get all fuzzy when I think of DeCastro and Pouncey next to each other. I know DeCastro started the last couple games and Mike Adams started a handful, but with the significant time they both missed it's almost like having two 1st, 2nd, & 3rd round picks this year (including Spence of course). But with DeCastro and Adams already well ahead of the curve. It's exciting to think about. If they can stay healthy of course...

[Real Deal Steel]

I agree with you Big T. I think the talent is there from our previous drafts. So much so, that I definitely don't want our first pick to be an O-lineman. Even if Womack were on the board. I want to fix up the LB spots and the D-line. And if a legit backup QB is available in the 3rd round, I wouldn't be opposed to taking him.

I'd love to use free agency and find an upgrade at CB but I'm probably pipe dreaming on that.

[LatrobePA]

This team needs to fix a lot of things this offseason... Lets hope this hire is the start!

[Real Deal Steel]

And on that note, How do you see the front office handling finding an upgrade of talent for the secondary? Because we really need to find another safety that is worthy of starting along with a cornerback upgrade.

[LatrobePA]

And on that note, How do you see the front office handling finding an upgrade of talent for the secondary? Because we really need to find another safety that is worthy of starting along with a cornerback upgrade.

Practice squad like always! No joking, Tomlins next man up idea is hog wash!

[Rhyno]

is this a serious comment?

I heard he is in charge of strengthening and conditioning their knee ligaments. True story.

[Real Deal Steel]

I heard he is in charge of strengthening and conditioning their knee ligaments. True story.

Now you made me chuckle saying this. :smile:

[Cricker24]

I agree with you Big T. I think the talent is there from our previous drafts. So much so, that I definitely don't want our first pick to be an O-lineman. Even if Womack were on the board.

I understand your point, but I disagree that if Warmack is available when the Steelers pick, you absolutely take him without thinking twice about it. A lot of analysts say that Warmack is the best guard prospect in years and I bet he would be the highest rated player available on the Steelers board if he's there at 17. Imagine a line of Gilbert, Warmack, Pouncey, DeCastro, Adams. Now THAT'S a serious o-line that you can dominate with!! Choosing Warmack is based on the fact that Colon has been released and it certainly sounds like that's going to happen. Again, I understand what you're saying about the o-line not being the team's top priority, but I just don't think you can pass up on a guy like Chance Warmack if available. Just my opinion.

Chris

[coldrolled]

I understand your point, but I disagree that if Womack is available when the Steelers pick, you absolutely take him without thinking twice about it. A lot of analysts say that Womack is the best guard prospect in years and I bet he would be the highest rated player available on the Steelers board if he's there at 17. Imagine a line of Gilbert, Womack, Pouncey, DeCastro, Adams. Now THAT'S a serious o-line that you can dominate with!! Choosing Womack is based on the fact that Colon has been released and it certainly sounds like that's going to happen. Again, I understand what you're saying about the o-line not being the team's top priority, but I just don't think you can pass up on a guy like Womack if available. Just my opinion.

Chris

Chance Warmack would be great and then Lacy.

Then LB, LB, WR, SS, DE