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Ed Bouchette's Steelers chat: 2.6.18
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Ed Bouchette
2:17
Bell is a rare talent, but I believe you can find RBs. Look at what the Patriots and Eagles had and all the points they scored in the SB.
Jim66
2:18
Can Steelers trade Bells rights to another team before feb. 20th? Can that team either tag him or resign him as part of a trade.
Ed Bouchette
2:18
There are no trades allowed now and you cannot trade players without contracts, such as Bell. He would have to sign the franchise tag before they could trade him.
mrbig
2:19
After the "big game" and the rb's I was watching, it looks like Bell's price tag should drop.... yes?
Ed Bouchette
2:19
Not if you listen to him.
Tomas
2:19
Did Tuitt and Hardgrave under-performed last year, based on expectations?
Ed Bouchette
2:19
Tuitt had some injuries, Hargrave a back problem.
mrbig
2:19
is your dog a boston terrier?
best.
breed.
ever.
Ed Bouchette
2:20
yes and yes. 3 years old. Named him after Boston Red Sox great Big Papi.
Turtle Creek Ted
2:20
Did you agree with the ruling regarding the Ertz TD as it relates to the Jesse James play?
Ed Bouchette
2:21
Yes, I did. They got the James play wrong in the NFL office and I believe Al Riveron caught flak from people because of it and changed how he views those kinds of plays. There actually were 2 he let go in the Super Bowl, both Eagles TDs. The worm turned, too late for the Steelers.
WeegieT
2:21
Looks like Leveon Bell's mouth isn't helping him secure a new contract by releasing in house information and whining about how much he needs paid. I think he's an exceptional athlete, but both Philly and New England proved you don't need a high end running back to get to or win the Super Bowl. Do you think the Steelers cut the cord?
Ed Bouchette
2:21
I think Bell is doing a good job of that himself.
Joe in Orlando
2:22
OOPS ED, sorry I messed up and hit the wrong key. After watching several teams in the playoffs utilize a RB by committee approach quite effectively, why on earth would we go through the angst of signing Bell? Why not Transition Tag him and see what interest he draws. If an offer I believe we would receive 2 first round picks? Correct?
Ed Bouchette
2:22
It's franchise tag, not transition, and no one is going to give up two first-round picks in order to pay him $15 M a year.
WeegieT
2:22
I noticed this year, Antonio Brown, other than the water cooler tantrum, was not much of a distraction last season. Signs of maturity?
Ed Bouchette
2:22
Everyone would like to believe that, right?
2:23
Maybe the reaction of that tantrum surprised him into it.
Matt
2:23
Next year’s schedule will include Jacksonville and New England. Any idea which one will be the Home game?
Ed Bouchette
2:23
Patriots play at Heinz Field. Steelers at Jacksonville.
And that's how I prefer it
Doug
2:24
Ed - you have always defended the coaching over the last few years when the world knows it is lack luster.  From lack of discipline, to head scratching calls.  It needs a lot of work.  Tomlin's answer on why he chose to do an outside kick against the jags, not only was one big meaningless cliche, it also showed his arrogance and makes me think he will never change.  I get Tomlin's record but part of it is due to Big Ben and AB having to over come horrid game plans and bail the Steelers out late in the 4th.  What is it going to take for you to change your perception of the coaching
Ed Bouchette
2:25
You are wrong in that I always defend the coach. I think the coach would disagree with you, for one. I've pointed out all kinds of things. The one where I "defended" him is the one most cited -- when a few of the lower limited partners supposedly wanted to go to Art Rooney to influence him into firing Tomlin. I thought that was preposterous, both that those small-time partners thought they could have that kind of influence and firing a coach who just went 13-3 and earned the AFC's No. 2 seed.
Scott in Dallas
2:25
Good day Sir. I must admit it was nice to see James H. walking of the field looking glum in his Patriots uniform after the SB. Is that wrong?
Ed Bouchette
2:26
You root for whomever you choose, but the Steelers cut him and he has been a great player for them through the years, borderlline HOFer. He helped put their most recent SB ring on their fingers. I thought cutting him when they did was foolish
Andrew in ATL
2:27
Hi Ed, do you think the Steelers keep Joe Haden or do they cut him to save cap money?
Ed Bouchette
2:27
They'll keep him or suffer the consequences
Andrew in ATL
2:27
Are the Steelers and Leveon as close to a deal as has been reported?
Ed Bouchette
2:28
The only one who has "reported" they are close to a deal is Le'Veon himself. I was told that is just not true.
Jerry
2:28
If you were making the moves what would you do with the defense?
Ed Bouchette
2:28
I'd find more good players to put in it, especially ILB, S, OLB, DL and CB.
Did I miss any position?
Jerry
2:28
Do you think Dupree will be back with the team?
Ed Bouchette
2:29
Yes, I do. What's your alternative? He's not a FA and he won't make all that much.
Ralph LA
2:29
It is kind of odd, you have an awesome Superbowl and then you go home and compete for a job next season. What do you think happens to Foles going forward? Another season as the backup?
Ed Bouchette
2:29
Yes, I would think so. But Carson Wentz's knee injury may not allow him to start the season. Having Foles there to do so gives the Eagles another chance to win a Super Bowl.
Frank
2:30
Even assuming LB re-signs, do you still expect a drop off in offensive production given the new OC?
Ed Bouchette
2:31
Not at all. There should be an increase, and not because of change in coordinators as much as there should be more experience, including JuJu and Bryant NOT coming off a year's suspension. And if there is a new RB, he'll probably go through an entire training camp and pre-season
Steve
2:31
Good afternoon Ed. Of all the Super Bowls you've watched where would you rank this one?
Ed Bouchette
2:31
It was good, if all you like is offense.
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