What if I told you.....RB edition

[steelerkeylargo]

That all of the BIG 3 RB's would be available at 1/24. Would you draft 1? Or take your chances in round 2? I think all 3 will be available. The funny thing is the RB getting the least connection to the Steelers (J. Williams) is the only one I'd consider. He has the most upside and highest ceiling of the 3. Did you know Rhamondre Stevenson was a higher graded back than both Harris and Ettienne by PFF? And while I certainly don't subscribe to PFF being the final word. I would much rather take a Stevenson in the 3rd or 4th than a Harrris or Ettienne in the 1st

[Steel Maniac]

I too am in the J. Williams camp. He checks all the boxes.

[hawaiiansteel]

I too am in the J. Williams camp. He checks all the boxes.

actually, he doesn't.

https://steelersdepot.com/2021/04/st...nning-backs-3/

[Captain Lemming]

actually, he doesn't.

https://steelersdepot.com/2021/04/st...nning-backs-3/

While I agree with the conclusion, I don't the methodology. Backs picked in later rounds are compromises to your ideal.

If you look at ONLY premium picks through team history, we pretty much go for the same dude every time we draft high.

We are looking for the next Harris (Franco that is).

[flippy]

That all of the BIG 3 RB's would be available at 1/24. Would you draft 1? Or take your chances in round 2? I think all 3 will be available. The funny thing is the RB getting the least connection to the Steelers (J. Williams) is the only one I'd consider. He has the most upside and highest ceiling of the 3. Did you know Rhamondre Stevenson was a higher graded back than both Harris and Ettienne by PFF? And while I certainly don't subscribe to PFF being the final word. I would much rather take a Stevenson in the 3rd or 4th than a Harrris or Ettienne in the 1st

Not a fan of drafting a RB in round 1. But I’d be ok with Harris because I think he’s the one that sends a signal and creates a whole new identity for the O. No more finesse bs. We’re going to run down hill and smash you in the mouth.

The other top options seem like more finesse picks to me. I even like Williams but not in the 1st. Maybe if he’s still there in the 2nd or we trade down.

Ive looked at Stevenson and like him as a later pick abs think he looks like a guy the Steelers would like. But I see him realistically as another Benny Snell. I can see why some would love him if we pick him and he could pan out. But he’s more of the same imho. I definitely don’t even see him being better than a healthy JC.

[SteelerOfDeVille]

Ive looked at Stevenson and like him as a later pick abs think he looks like a guy the Steelers would like. But I see him realistically as another Benny Snell. I can see why some would love him if we pick him and he could pan out. But he’s more of the same imho. I definitely don’t even see him being better than a healthy JC.

Finally scouted Stevenson - if this kid was 0.1 faster in the 40, he'd be considered a borderline first round talent. Of course, i'm sure his weed bust doesn't help his cause and is a ding on "character"

As an offensive weapon, he's pretty versatile, has good hands, can split out, has excellent vision and patience to set up his blocks. Knows when to juke, jump cut or use power.

[Captain Lemming]

Finally scouted Stevenson - if this kid was 0.1 faster in the 40, he'd be considered a borderline first round talent. Of course, i'm sure his weed bust doesn't help his cause and is a ding on "character"

As an offensive weapon, he's pretty versatile, has good hands, can split out, has excellent vision and patience to set up his blocks. Knows when to juke, jump cut or use power.

Is this dude a Lev clone or what?

Smokes weed PLUS:

"He has a particular set of skills....skills just like Bell's, aquired over a long college career.

Skills that make him a nightmare for defenders like you."

[Joel Buchsbaum]

With Benny Snell or projected start at RB, and deep Tackle class, I'd go RB in round one as long Harris or Etienne are on the board. We pick too late in round two for a realistic chance for either falling to us.

["BuzzNuter"]

I think Harris represents what the Rooney's think the Steelers running game should be. I think the Steelers are going all in to win in 2021. This could be Ben's last year and after that, history says , wandering in the wilderness for some time. I think the Steelers go for Harris. I also like Ettiene but the Rooney's like Harris. Grind it out , eat up the clock, beat your opponent into submission. This move would also represent a philosophy to follow post Ben. If you can pound the ball you can stay in a lot of games with avg. QB play.

[pfelix73]

I think Harris represents what the Rooney's think the Steelers running game should be. I think the Steelers are going all in to win in 2021. This could be Ben's last year and after that, history says , wandering in the wilderness for some time. I think the Steelers go for Harris. I also like Ettiene but the Rooney's like Harris. Grind it out , eat up the clock, beat your opponent into submission. This move would also represent a philosophy to follow post Ben. If you can pound the ball you can stay in a lot of games with avg. QB play.

Exactly my thinking as well. Sometimes you can read thru the tea leaves as to what they are doing. With Rooney officially speaking out like he did, the rest of the front office will tow the line. A bigger more physical back is exactly what the doctor ordered.

Watching highlights of Williams from NC.... hmm, hmm, hmm... He's got some explosiveness.