Florio Confirms His Stupidity, Again

Sporting News reporter Mike Florio confirms his stupidity in his latest article.  Florio provides us a list of 5 players that should be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame compared to 5 players that should not be included in the Hall of Fame.

Florio is so biased against the Steelers it’s almost humorous but yet exhausting.  Purely opinionated, most consider Florio and Pro Football Talk the paparazzi of the National Football League (NFL) reporting.

In his list of 5 players that should NOT be in the Hall of Fame include both Dick Lebeau and Lynn Swann.  Out of all the players in the Hall of Fame, Florio picks 2 Steelers in his list of 5.  Big Surprise!

If Florio looks at Lebeau’s statistics like he does everyone else, then he’ll see that Lebeau clearly deserves his Hall of Fame bid.

Lynn Swann not deserving to be in the Hall of Fame is laughable.  Maybe the most clutch wide receiver in playoff and Super Bowl history.  He compares Swann’s stats which are in fact on the low end, to today’s players.

Someone needs to tell Florio to wake up…. Swann played in a completely different era and mostly in a run first offense.  How can you possibly compare Swann to a wide receiver of today which is a “pass first” league?

I guess Florio doesn’t take in consideration a players playoff appearances & wins as well of Super Bowl rings in his analysis of who should get into the Hall of Fame.

If Florio still has any sport writer credibility left, he lost it all in his latest article:

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=tsn-fivewhoshouldbeinthehallo20100806

The return of Roethlisberber

Ben Roethlisberger will be returning to the Steelers OTA’s on Tuesday. Roethlisberger has completed the mandatory evaluations imposed by commisioner Roger Goodell. With that being said, Roethlisberger still faces the 6 game suspension and will likely practice as the Steelers number 2 quarterback behind Byron Leftwich.

It is expected that Roethlisberger’s suspension will be reduced to 4 games but that has not been confirmed by the NFL league office.

Santonio Holmes in Trouble Again

The Jets troubled receiver (a former Steelers troubled receiver) is at it again and this time on an airplane.  According to reports, the New York Jets new receiver and former Super Bowl MVP, Santonio Holmes had to be escorted off a a plane because he refused to turn off his iPod.

Two Pittsburgh TV stations had reported that Holmes was escorted from the plane, but not arrested, for being a “disruptive passenger,” after refusing to turn off his iPod as the plane began its descent into Pittsburgh.

Read more: http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/jets/2010/04/30/2010-04-30_distruptive_holmes_booted_off_flight.html#ixzz0mgD9JkIu

Roethlisberger responds to Goodells 6-game suspension

Monday, the Steelers 2-time winning Super Bowl winning quarterback, Ben Roethlisberger made an official announcement regarding the 6-game suspension handed to him by NFL commissioner, Roger Goodell. Roethlisberger, although not convicted of a crime, violated the the NFL’s personal conduct policy.

“The Commissioner’s decision to suspend me speaks clearly that more is expected of me. I am accountable for the consequences of my actions. Though I have committed no crime, I regret that I have fallen short of the values instilled in me by my family. I will not appeal the suspension and will comply with what is asked of me — and more.

“Missing games will be devastating for me. I am sorry to let down my teammates and the entire Steelers fan base. I am disappointed that I have reached this point and will not put myself in this situation again. 

“I appreciate the opportunities that I have been given in my life and will make the necessary improvements.”

Willie Parker visiting the Redskins

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the former Pittsburgh Steelers tailback is scheduled to visit with the Washington Redskins on Monday.

The Pittsburgh Steelers decided to not resign Willie Parker and letting him test the free agency market. Parker has struggled with injuries the past 3 seasons including a broken leg and turf toe injuries.

During the 2009-2010 season, Parker lost his starting RB position to up-and-comer Rashard Mendenhall, the Steelers 1st round pick from Illinois.

PFT: The Paparazzi of the NFL slams Roethlisberger, the Steelers organization and fan base

Pro Football Talk (PFT) is back at it again with its inaccurate paparazzi like reporting. And an unanmed editor with a history of dislike for the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Rooney Family, and the entire city of Pittsburgh and its fan base found the latest Ben Roethlisberger incident as a perfect opportunity to “take a shot”.

It still remains to be seen whether Roethlisberger will be charged in Georgia, where perhaps appropriately he wore a shirt bearing the image of a horned devil (via TMZ). Regardless, the question of whether Roethlisberger is a good guy or a bad guy churns through the national consciousness, and the signs are pointing toward an eventual verdict of “turd.”

So, explain to me what Roethlisberger’s wardrobe has to do with this incident? Who cares! I bet I could go through the editor of this articles wardrobe and rip their taste in clothes on the internet but again, who cares!

Consider this quote from Ashley Madden, a Georgia College & State University student who witnessed Roethlisberger act like a jerk when someone tried to take his picture on the night that the lights allegedly went out in Milledgeville. “[H]e snapped at her,” Madden told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, “saying, ‘Don’t take a picture unless I’m ready.”

First of all, most people don’t like to have their picture taken (especially celebrities, pro athletes, etc) without being “ready”. Why? Because they know it’ll be plastered on the internet for millions to see and ridicule. Secondly, the “snapped” comment is purely speculation at this point. It should also be noted that TMZ has posted several pictures online of Roethlisberger taking pictures with before the incident occured. Again, I guess the editor failed to do their due diligence of research before making these comments.

We’re heard chatter of Roethlisberger directing that same attitude toward persons in various contexts, and people of goodwill and pure heart simply don’t treat others that way.

Isn’t it funny that the PFT editor adds this comment but fails to include the following TMZ report which is a complete discrepancy of the previous two comments.

According to people at the Velvet Elvis, Ben was very friendly inside his establishment — even taking pictures with fans. We’re also told Ben was “not inappropriate at all”

Planet Steelers can actually develop evidence from several legit sources (NOT NAMED PFT), which would indicate that Roethlisberger has a bit more “heart” than what the PFT editor is giving him credit for. Just a few to note:

• Roethlisberger is a huge dog fan and has been very supportive in giving grants in the support of K-9 service units. In 2006, the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation distributed its first grant to help the Police Department in Roethlisberger’s hometown of Findlay, Ohio replace their service dog, Flip, who was tragically shot and killed.The grant also purchased a K-9 ballistic vest for the Findlay Ohio Police Department, and in 2007 the foundation will disperse additional grants to support or purchase service dogs and vests that assist police and fire departments in cities where Roethlisberger’s team will play throughout the season.
• Roethlisberger is known to be very good about signing autographs and taking pictures with fans. More specifically, he always signs autographs for children and physically disabled fans and/or children.
• Roethlisberger has been known to be a leader on and off the field according to his teammates

• Roethlisberger is highly involved in the Pittsburgh community and participates in various charities and charity funding events such as basketball games, golf tournaments, etc

• Roethlisberger and the Steelers are involved with the “Make a Wish Foundation”. The below link shows Roethlisberger’s day with Akeem Havens, a paralyzed teenager who’s dream became a reality when he met his favorite player, Ben Roethlisberger. Click here for the video.

And finally, the biggest shocker of them all, the editor from PFT says..

If he ever loses the people in Pittsburgh who have come to blindly adore him, it might be time to call it quits and settle down in a small town in a state other than Georgia.

So what is the editor trying to say here? Is the editor hinting that the Pittsburgh Steelers fan base is uneducated? This comment in particular is very unprofessional, invalid and just simply wrong. I, like most Steelers fans want justice. If Roethlisberger is innocent then this should be put behind him by both the fans and the media. If he is guilty, then Roethlisberger will have to face the consequences like anyone else.

As far as PFT, let the editor hate Roethlisberger, the Steelers organization and fan base. They have proven to be the paparazzi of NFL sites when inaccurate and misdirected articles such as the ones I referenced in this article.

Before the Roethlisberger Assault Incident…

Posted below, TMZ news outlet reports a picture of Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, Ben Roethlisberger strolling through Georgia restaurant hours before the alleged sexual assault incident took place (see below):

“TMZ has learned Roethlisberger spent some time at the Velvet Elvis in Georgia last night — before heading over to the Capital City Club … where the Steelers QB allegedly sexually assaulted a young woman in the bathroom.

According to people at the Velvet Elvis, Ben was very friendly inside his establishment — even taking pictures with fans. We’re also told Ben was “not inappropriate at all” — though we’re told Ben did have one beer while inside.”

Ben Accused of Assault, Again!

Ben Roethlisberger, the Pittsburgh Steelers, 2-time Super Bowling winning, pro bowl quarterback has been accused of sexual assault while at Capital City — a club in Milledgeville, Georgia.

According to law enforcement officials, the alleged victim was interviewed by police authorities and was already released from the hospital.

This incident is in addition to Roethlisberger already be being sued by a Reno woman, Andrea McNulty, who claims the QB sexually assaulted her in 2008.

Various news outlets are reporting that the alleged victim indicated she was assaulted by a 6-5 241 pound male with brown hair and brown eyes which obviously fits Ben Roethlisberger’s profile. It should be noted that is one specific description. In fact, the alleged victim must either be a huge fan of Roethlisberger or read the exact height and weight (24–1 pounds) directly from a stat sheet. However, it should be noted that the alleged victim has not mentioned any names specifically.

According to sources at TMZ, “Ben Roethlisberger has already been interviewed by police. We’re also told no formal charges have been filed at this point.”

2010 NFL Combine Results: WR

Below is a list of wide receivers (WR) entering the 2010 NFL Draft – Player Name, School, Height, Weight, 40 Time, Beach, Arm Length

Player	School	Height	Weight	40 Time	Vertical	Broad
Seyi Ajirotutu	Fresno State	6-3	204
Danario Alexander	Missouri	6-5	215
Alric Arnett	West Virginia	6-2	188
Brandon Banks	Kansas State	5-7	149
Chris Bell	Norfolk State	6-2	211
Arrelious Benn	Illinois	6-1	219
Nyan Boateng	California	6-1	204
Dezmon Briscoe	Kansas	6-2	207
Antonio Brown	Central Michigan	5-10	186
Dez Bryant	Oklahoma State	6-2	225
Chris Carter	Cal Davis	5-11	191
Riley Cooper	Florida	6-3	222
Eric Decker	Minnesota	6-3	217
Marcus Easley	Connecticut	6-3	210
Jacoby Ford	Clemson	5-9	186
David Gettis	Baylor	6-3	217
Mardy Gilyard	Cincinnati	6-0	187
Shay Hodge	Ole Miss	6-1	209
Brandon James	Florida	5-6	176
Donald Jones	Youngstown State	6-0	214
Kevin Jurovich	San Jose State	6-0	188
Brandon LaFell	LSU	6-2	211
Brandon Long	Louisville	6-2	216
Chris McGaha	Arizona State	6-1	201
Kerry Meier	Kansas	6-2	224
Carlton Mitchell	South Florida
Preston Parker	North Alabama	5-11	199
Jared Perry	Missouri	6-1	178
Taylor Price	Ohio	6-0	204
Brandon Reed	Utah	6-0	191
Andre Roberts	The Citadel	5-11	195
Emmanuel Sanders	SMU	5-11	186
Jordan Shipley	Texas	5-11	193
Golden Tate	Notre Dame	5-10	199
Demaryius Thomas	Georgia Tech	6-3	224
Verran Tucker	California	6-2	200
Chastin West	Fresno State	6-0	212
Blair White	Michigan State	6-2	209
Damian Williams	USC	6-1	197
Jeremy Williams	Tulane	6-0	206
Kyle Williams	Arizona State	5-10	188
Mike Williams	Syracuse	6-1	221
Stephen Williams	Toledo	6-4	210
Ryan Wolfe	UNLV	6-1	205

2010 NFL Combine Results: TE

Below is a list of tight ends (TE) entering the 2010 NFL Draft – Player Name, School, Height, Weight, 40 Time, Beach, Arm Length

Player	School	Height	Weight	40 Time	Bench	Vertical	Arm
Nate Byham	Pittsburgh	6-4	268				33 1/2
Dorin Dickerson	Pittsburgh	6-4	226		24		34
Ed Dickson	Oregon	6-4	249		23		33
Jim Dray	Stanford	6-5	246				33
Brody Eldridge	Oklahoma	6-5	261				32 1/2
Dedrick Epps	Miami	6-3	250				33 1/8
Riar Geer	Colorado	6-3	256				33
Garrett Graham	Wisconsin	6-3	243				32
Jimmy Graham	Miami	6-6	260				35
Jermaine Gresham	Oklahoma	6052	261				34 3/4
Rob Gronkowski	Arizona	6062	264		23		34 1/4
Clay Harbor	Missouri State	6-3	252				32 5/8
Aaron Hernandez	Florida	6023	245				32 1/4
Michael Hoomanawanui	Illinois	6-4	264		25		33
Jeron Mastrud	Kansas State	6-5	256				33 1/2
Anthony McCoy	USC	6044	259				34
Tony Moeaki	Iowa	6-3	245				33 1/4
Colin Peek	Alabama	6-5	254				34
Dennis Pitta	BYU	6-4	245		27		32 1/4
Andrew Quarless	Penn State	6-4	254				34

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