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Ed Bouchette's Steelers chat: 1.16.18
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Ed Bouchette
1:57
Good afternoon, let's begin
Tim
1:57
Tomlin is well spoken and talks the talk, but his in-game coaching is lousy IMO - his record in big games speaks for itself.  With clearly superior talent during his tenure, he has 1 Super Bowl victory, and that was thanks to one amazing drive by Ben and a perfect throw to S.Holmes.  How much longer is Tomlin going to be around?
Polo
1:57
Do the Steelers need Tomlin to qualify for the playoffs? Shouldn't we judge him on his performance in January/February only?
Ed Bouchette
1:59
To answer these questions in tandem, I agree that Mike Tomlin has shortcomings, but he also has his strengths. Yes, they had great talent on offense, but I'm not sure that defense played anywhere near championship ball, especially after they lost Ryan Shazier.
Todd - Michigan
2:00
The two 4th and 1’s: One appears Ben checked off to the outside run - True? The other should have been called a defensive hold or DPI..missed call by Field Judge? Thanks
Ed Bouchette
2:00
No, I think it was a miscall by the offensive staff
Todd - Michigan
2:01
Agree or Disagree.. Williams is a great back up ILB... We need a new one as a starter?
Ed Bouchette
2:01
You better find someone to play next to him, would be my answer.
SteelerinNorCal
2:02
Is this report of the minority owners calling for Tomlin's job for real? I would expect if they are calling for him to be fired they have a candidate they want to bring in, is that the case?
Ed Bouchette
2:02
The report may be for real, the minority owners who want to do that are ludicrous for even thinking Art Rooney would listen to them.
Chuck
2:02
QB coach promoted to OC?
Ed Bouchette
2:02
There's a chance
Pipers Pauper
2:05
Ed, why didnt Haley go no huddle, 5 wide at the outset, putting Jacksonvilles defense on their heels, instead of trying to establish the run straightaway?  And when he did run, why laterally?  Didnt they figure out from the first game that the Jags defense was too quick to do that?  What are these coaches WATCHING???
Ed Bouchette
2:05
The first two plays the Steelers ran were out of an empty set. The first three plays were all passes, then a punt
Lloyd's Three Count
2:06
The offense racked up almost 470 yards through the air yet Juju's stat line is horrifying: 3 rec for 5 yds. Did he forget his helmet?
Ed Bouchette
2:06
He was hardly targeted
Sheff
2:06
Should the Steelers take a QB with their first pick or ILB/BPA on D?
Ed Bouchette
2:06
Maybe a running back. Definitely not a quarterback. ILB would be my next choice
SINCE 1972
2:06
Greetings : to all. Mr. Bouchette,  How does Mr. Brotles  compare to Mr. Bradshaw before 1975 ?
Ed Bouchette
2:07
Terry was worse in his first four or five seasons.
Michael D
2:07
Has anyone asked Coach T who the Steelers will be playing in next years AFC championship game ?
Ed Bouchette
2:07
Not yet. Let's wait until November and get Tony Dungy to ask him.
Yinzer in Ohio
2:08
How hot is the Mike Tomlin seat?  Is it realistic for wholesale changes to this coaching staff?
Ed Bouchette
2:08
Not hot at all, not after 13-3 no matter what happened after that. HIs staff is another matter
Tom88
2:08
Should Tomlin be fired?
Ed Bouchette
2:09
Please, take your act to Cleveland, where they might believe you.
Michael D
2:09
Will Tomlin be held accountable for the circus that this team has become ?  The difference with the Pats is crystal clear.  Its called discipline and focus. Thoughts?
Ed Bouchette
2:10
Yes, he'll be held accountable, he's the head coach. He'll also be held accountable for tying for the best record in the NFL at 13-3.
Pammy
2:11
Assuming Haley leaves, how reluctant are new OCs to keep things as close to the present successful system?
Ed Bouchette
2:11
I would think changing the offensive "system" would be a mistake. It was a mistake the first year Haley did it here. They need to find someone who is willing to keep the terminology, etc., but still be his own man.
atown jason
2:12
What happened to Matakevich(sp?) seemed like he was the 3rd inside backer until week 14ish then Fort and Spence got the snaps.
Ed Bouchette
2:12
He had a shoulder injury that never really healed and will have surgery on it Wednesday
Tom K.
2:12
Does this story about the minority owners matter at all?
Ed Bouchette
2:17
If I'm Art Rooney and they come to me, I slam the door in their face. They sound like booster at a college.
Kevin in Punxsy
2:17
Ed, do you and Gerry get tired of listening to Coach Tomlin's constant moving of his lips, without saying anything? I think he was born to be a politician.
Ed Bouchette
2:17
Listen, I broke into covering the NFL by covering Chuck Noll.l
2:18
Mike Tomlin is a chatterbox compared to Noll.
Chuck_in_DC
2:18
With all due respect sir... What ARE Tomlin's strengths?  He doesn't discipline players, has no "feel" for the game, no time management, no in game adjustments, etc..
Ed Bouchette
2:18
Bill Parcells is often quoted as saying you are what your record says you are. Check out his record, then compare it to others in the profession. I think you will find his strengths there.
JJinOhio
2:18
Perhaps a social media gag order is warranted for the Steelers? What say you?
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