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Re: Steelers release LB Larry Foote...
I wouldn't say it's Larry's "lack of ability" per se as much as it's just simply a matter of Front Offices and Coaches not wanting to admit that they "missed" or not or on a 1st round pick. And as such, they will go above and beyond in terms of giving the said player (1st round pick) every single opportunity possible to prosper and in turn make them look as though they made the right decision. This is the case with every team in the League, not only the Steelers.
The truth is....Silverback's surprise productivity (At least to Tomlin) and Woodley performing at a level that an elite young prospect is supposed to by becoming an impact starter within two seasons,...dictates that the only way Timmons could possibly see the field as a starter would be for him to supplant one of the starters inside. (Though it's hardly his natural position)
Now it can't possibly be Potsie's spot,... as film does not lie,...and they couldn't justify to anyone on the planet that Timmons is a better player. So it comes down to the solid late round selection of Larry Foote,....not because he so greatly lacks the ability to play on third downs,..but because he's the most expendable starting backer in their eyes.
And in turn,..as Mike Logan spoke of on Stillers 365,...they took him (Larry) off of the field on third downs to allow Timmons the opportunity to shine on the obvious passing down after Foote had done the "dirty work" on 1st and 2nd. And henceforth be able to say,..."You see how good he looks,...surely he must be the greatest ! We didn't make a mistake in drafting him ! (Timmons) And f@ck what your lying eyes say,..Tomlin isn't clandestinely stocking the roster with 4-3 players !"
Bottom line,....though Larry is by no means an elite player,....Timmons still could not take his spot,..it had to be given to him by Tomlin and the Front office.
But it's all good,...we gain a little Cap Space and Larry will move on and prosper,...it is what it is.
If Larry Foote is that much better a player than Lawrence Timmons then why did he only have 7 more tackles than LT over the entire 16 game schedule?? If he is so much better then why did he have 3.5 less sacks??? Timmons only played on 3rd down but put up many more stats per opportunity than the guy that is being cut. I for one saw plenty of progress in Timmons game last year and I think he will be an exceptional player for years to come!!! I just don't see what axe you are trying to grind! LT has shown the potential to be a far superior player to Larry Foote.....is it that you wanted someone else with that pick (Staley, Grubbs, Beason, Poz), and now want to try to justify your position?? I just don't get it???
Originally posted by SteelCzar76
In the Trib they reported that Foote asked for a trade as early as February and that he has felt limited in his role with the Steelers. First off the only limitation is his abilities. He is good but nothing special. He also said he would be skipping the mandatory mini-camp this weekend.
It would be nice to get something for him but if we don't will it really matter. The biggest value in him leaving is his cap space.
It would be nice to get something for him but if we don't will it really matter. The biggest value in him leaving is his cap space.
I wouldn't say it's Larry's "lack of ability" per se as much as it's just simply a matter of Front Offices and Coaches not wanting to admit that they "missed" or not or on a 1st round pick. And as such, they will go above and beyond in terms of giving the said player (1st round pick) every single opportunity possible to prosper and in turn make them look as though they made the right decision. This is the case with every team in the League, not only the Steelers.
The truth is....Silverback's surprise productivity (At least to Tomlin) and Woodley performing at a level that an elite young prospect is supposed to by becoming an impact starter within two seasons,...dictates that the only way Timmons could possibly see the field as a starter would be for him to supplant one of the starters inside. (Though it's hardly his natural position)
Now it can't possibly be Potsie's spot,... as film does not lie,...and they couldn't justify to anyone on the planet that Timmons is a better player. So it comes down to the solid late round selection of Larry Foote,....not because he so greatly lacks the ability to play on third downs,..but because he's the most expendable starting backer in their eyes.
And in turn,..as Mike Logan spoke of on Stillers 365,...they took him (Larry) off of the field on third downs to allow Timmons the opportunity to shine on the obvious passing down after Foote had done the "dirty work" on 1st and 2nd. And henceforth be able to say,..."You see how good he looks,...surely he must be the greatest ! We didn't make a mistake in drafting him ! (Timmons) And f@ck what your lying eyes say,..Tomlin isn't clandestinely stocking the roster with 4-3 players !"
Bottom line,....though Larry is by no means an elite player,....Timmons still could not take his spot,..it had to be given to him by Tomlin and the Front office.
But it's all good,...we gain a little Cap Space and Larry will move on and prosper,...it is what it is.
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