Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

[grotonsteel]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

I don't know whether it is because of the USC Linebackers or D-line but Taylor Mays has struggled big time this season.

I would prefer Steelers drafting Brandon Spikes or R Mclain from Bama in 1st Rd.

2nd Rd --> Ras-I Dowling , Virginia

[LouSteel]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

That is why you move Troy to FS. The way he is used right now he is a mini hybrid linebacker that takes on 300 pound linemen on a consistent basis. Move him to FS and let him just worry about run support and his superior coverage skills. You move him to FS and he probably has 8 picks in a season.

He'd be hands down the best player in the NFL as a true FS. His read and react skills are beyond insanely good. He'd be lights out.

I'm no draft expert but I definitely see the need for a stud 3-4 NT (assuming we stay 3-4...). What about a NT early and then try to pick up TJ Ward, as I've seen him going as low as the second round.

[Jom112]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

Move Troy to FS, trade up and draft Taylor Mays, put him at Strong Safety.

You may not have to trade up for Mays...it appears that we will be picking in the middle portion of the draft anyway, which is where I think Mays might land (I think Tennessee's ballhawking safety Eric Berry goes before Mays in the draft, likely in the top 10). Although Mays will likely live up to his "Trojan Torpedo" moniker (his combination of size, speed, and hitting ability is without peer), I'd prefer a safety with better coverage ability and ball skills, which is our defense's true weakness right now.

Taylor Mays won't make it past Al Davis. Ed Reed, I mean Eric Berry, will be a top 10 pick. I don't think either will fall to where you guys are picking. Mays you have a decent shot at until he runs the 40.

BTW, great idea to trade Polamalu. Well if your a Bengals fan like me it's great...

[cruzer8]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

[quote=Mister Pittsburgh]

Move Troy to FS, trade up and draft Taylor Mays, put him at Strong Safety.

You may not have to trade up for Mays...it appears that we will be picking in the middle portion of the draft anyway, which is where I think Mays might land (I think Tennessee's ballhawking safety Eric Berry goes before Mays in the draft, likely in the top 10). Although Mays will likely live up to his "Trojan Torpedo" moniker (his combination of size, speed, and hitting ability is without peer), I'd prefer a safety with better coverage ability and ball skills, which is our defense's true weakness right now.

That is why you move Troy to FS. The way he is used right now he is a mini hybrid linebacker that takes on 300 pound linemen on a consistent basis. Move him to FS and let him just worry about run support and his superior coverage skills. You move him to FS and he probably has 8 picks in a season.[/quote:15pzi7jp]

He's only taking on those guys because he is quick to the play. Not because he's being blitzed as often as many of you think he is.

As was stated earlier, before this season he's only missed 8 of 96 games.

This is a foolish thread.

[RuthlessBurgher]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

I don't know whether it is because of the USC Linebackers or D-line but Taylor Mays has struggled big time this season.

I would prefer Steelers drafting Brandon Spikes or R Mclain from Bama in 1st Rd.

2nd Rd --> Ras-I Dowling , Virginia

In the middle of the first, give me the guy that eats up blockers (and apparently everything else) in order to free up McClain to make plays...Terrence Cody as a replacement for Hampton. I think we are okay at ILB with Timmons, Farrior, and Fox for now (I wouldn't mind drafting an ILB in the middle rounds for depth, but not in the first).

In the secondary, I love Tennessee safety Eric Berry (the next Ed Reed?), but he will be long gone...I would look at Florida CB Joe Haden if he lasted until the mid first (but I think a beast of a NT is more vital to a 3-4 than a cover corner).

I like your call of Dowling if he falls to us in the 2nd. Do you see him as a CB or FS at the next level?

By the way, I hate the fact that the team is playing so poorly right now that I am talking draft this @#$%ing early.

[feltdizz]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

It's the Madden Curse... and it's not like Troy was hurt blitzing...
He was hurt on a fluke play. The Colts win without Sanders but theyalways blow it in the
playoffs...

I think the Colts would trade a 12-4 season for a 7-9 season if SB win proceded it. What was the Colts record after they won the SB? Did they even make the playoffs?

We tend to over react after a SB hangover season. Lose some of the dead weight and find a few more hungry players who want a ring.

[Jom112]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

I don't know whether it is because of the USC Linebackers or D-line but Taylor Mays has struggled big time this season.

I would prefer Steelers drafting Brandon Spikes or R Mclain from Bama in 1st Rd.

2nd Rd --> Ras-I Dowling , Virginia

Mays has a lot of flaws but his crazy speed will make up for them if you put him behind a good front 7. Which you guys still have. Joe McKnight even said Mays is faster than him which is ridiculous.

But I do agree with you though that Spikes would be a better pick. He's a really good blitzing LB. You combine him and Timmons and you'll have the best blitzing ILB's in the NFL.

There is some phenomenal defense talent entering the NFL in this upcoming draft: Suh, McCoy, Berry, Mays, Haden, Spikes. Can't wait to do the mocks...

[steelblood]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

I think Spikes is the superior athlete to McClain. But, McClain is a better football player imho. Spikes whiffs too much and McClain is just nasty and always near the ball.

[grotonsteel]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

I don't know whether it is because of the USC Linebackers or D-line but Taylor Mays has struggled big time this season.

I would prefer Steelers drafting Brandon Spikes or R Mclain from Bama in 1st Rd.

2nd Rd --> Ras-I Dowling , Virginia

In the middle of the first, give me the guy that eats up blockers (and apparently everything else) in order to free up McClain to make plays...Terrence Cody as a replacement for Hampton. I think we are okay at ILB with Timmons, Farrior, and Fox for now (I wouldn't mind drafting an ILB in the middle rounds for depth, but not in the first).

In the secondary, I love Tennessee safety Eric Berry (the next Ed Reed?), but he will be long gone...I would look at Florida CB Joe Haden if he lasted until the mid first (but I think a beast of a NT is more vital to a 3-4 than a cover corner).

I like your call of Dowling if he falls to us in the 2nd. Do you see him as a CB or FS at the next level?

By the way, I hate the fact that the team is playing so poorly right now that I am talking draft this @#$%ing early.

Getting Terrence Cody will be awesome. Cody/Spikes will be an improvement over Hampton/Farrior

I see Dowling as a FS in NFL.

Joe Haden will also be a great pick but will Steelers pick him in 1st RD even though he is available since Steelers have invested 2 draft picks in last draft?

I am intrigued by Donovan Warren from Mich but not sure he will come out this draft.

We need some ball hawking player who can make a play.

[birtikidis]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

Mount Cody will be long gone before we pick. Too many teams are switching to the 3-4 and they realize they need a nose as much as we do. Spikes has great sideline to sideline speed. Him and timmons would be insanely good in the middle. Joe haden has great make up speed. long arms. and good instincts. UF has a few guys coming out that I'd like to have. in fact i think ALL their DB's will come out. and they're all damn good players.

[Jom112]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

I am intrigued by Donovan Warren from Mich but not sure he will come out this draft.

We need some ball hawking player who can make a play.

Donovan Warren would be a great 2nd round pick for you guys if he lasts that long. I think he'll definitely declare for the draft.

I've been eyeing him since Leon Hall and Morgan Trent have stepped us nicely for us. Michigan corners and USC Lb's have been a good recipe for success...

[NWNewell]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

This thread is almost not worth replying too... except to state that it's not worth replying to.

I suppose we should trade away A. Smith too. How about Mendenhall, since he has missed much larger percentage of games than Troy.

[cruzer8]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

It's the Madden Curse... and it's not like Troy was hurt blitzing...
He was hurt on a fluke play. The Colts win without Sanders but theyalways blow it in the
playoffs...

I think the Colts would trade a 12-4 season for a 7-9 season if SB win proceded it. What was the Colts record after they won the SB? Did they even make the playoffs?

We tend to over react after a SB hangover season. Lose some of the dead weight and find a few more hungry players who want a ring.

In the NFL many players get hurt every season. Star or otherwise.

There is no silly Madden Curse. I am absolutely amazed that any sane, rational adult would buy into such hogwash.

[feltdizz]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

It's the Madden Curse... and it's not like Troy was hurt blitzing...
He was hurt on a fluke play. The Colts win without Sanders but theyalways blow it in the
playoffs...

I think the Colts would trade a 12-4 season for a 7-9 season if SB win proceded it. What was the Colts record after they won the SB? Did they even make the playoffs?

We tend to over react after a SB hangover season. Lose some of the dead weight and find a few more hungry players who want a ring.

In the NFL many players get hurt every season. Star or otherwise.

There is no silly Madden Curse. I am absolutely amazed that any sane, rational adult would buy into such hogwash.

you can only buy into something if it's being sold... Go back and look at the players who have been on the cover and show me how many had a decent season... The numbers are baffling. I said it as a joke for those who scream there isn't a curse... Yet when you research the history it's obvious that the chances of having a good season are slim to none.

Since 1999... When they started putting players on the cover
Hearst... great season but breaks ankle in playoffs and misses 2 full seasons
Barry Sanders... Retires out of nowhere.
Eddie George... Fails to crack 1000 yards and miss the playoffs
Culpepper... 19 less TD's and the worst Vikes record ever
mcnabb...knocked out for the year after 8or 9 games
vick... Broke his leg in the preseason
faulk... Had a yukkie year and retired soon after.
VY... Meltdown and benched
Ray Lewis.... Avoided the curse and had a decent season
Favre.... Had a great year with the Jets. Not!!!
Troy... Freak injury on a blocked FG and missed most of the season and we are 6-6.

Out of 11 players 2 had decent seasons and one of them still missed 2 seasons after a
playoff injury. It's definitely a reoccurring coincedence...

[eniparadoxgma]

Re: Is It Time to Trade Polamalu?

No.

Next question.