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Gerry Dulac's Steelers chat: 6.13.18
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Gerry Dulac
12:13
OK kids, we're going to start our chat in about 45 min so get those questions ready
12:47
OK kids, lets get started....
Adam Grego
12:47
Regarding AB's most recent interview. As a reporter, how do you feel about a player being paid hundreds of millions of dollars to play a sport they love, acting like they're being victimized by the Media who, while not all good, are trying to make a living themselves.
Gerry Dulac
12:49
I think AB, whom I like, is just making himself look more petulant with what he said yesterday. But, when you're a star, and you have always wanted to be a star, when you always seek the limelight, don't complain when the media scrutiny you created is too much you. Especially when you're parading yourself on social media
ALB
12:50
Gerry,  could the Steelers trade Bell if they wanted to? If a team was willing to trade an all-pro inside linebacker for him, would you do it?
Gerry Dulac
12:50
They could if they wanted. Not sure I'd do the trade
Ryno
12:50
If it was your call, would you give Bell a long term contract for $14.5M per season?  If so, how much would you guarantee, and at what length?
Gerry Dulac
12:50
No. I'd show him the door if that's the amount he wants.
DJB
12:50
Do you think there is any reason to be concerned about Antonio Brown's comments? Especially the ones regarding his family and kids and about missing time. It seems that he may be hinting towards retirement a bit.
Gerry Dulac
12:50
None whatsoever
Ernie
12:52
Hi Gary, with the loss of Bryant there are some fans that feel we will have the slowest group of wide receivers in the nfl. I don’t buy that the loss of one guy gives us that distinction. You see these guys on the daily. Your thoughts please? Ernie in Ohio.
Gerry Dulac
12:53
They might not have the fastest 40 times but they are plenty fast. See many people catch AB? See anyone catch JuJu on that 97 yd TD last season in detroit? Hey, don't forget, DHB ran one of the fastest 40 times ever recorded at the combine.
2:52 Hello.  I love your chat. Based on the minicamp and OTAs so far, can you name couple of rookies on defense and couple of rookies on offense who look impressive to you and stand out among others?  Thank you very much
12:54
James Washington on offense, Terrell Edmunds on defense have stood out. But that's why they were top picks.
Matt
12:55
Gerry, I know I’m in the minority, however I truly believe Dobbs & Rudolph should be the backups behind 7 this year & the Steelers should trade Jones bc his contract is up at the end of the year anyway. Dobbs showed me a lot in the preseason last year. What do you think?
12:57
Is this deff Lev Bell’ last year in the burgh’?
Gerry Dulac
12:58
It is if he doesn't sign a long-term deal
Matt
12:58
Gerry I’ve brought this up to Dale Lolley. I think Steelers should trade for Cowboys ILB Jaylon Smith. Fast-Shazier type linebacker who can cover. Cheap too. Any thoughts?
Gerry Dulac
12:59
I think the only way you're going to see a trade now is if they get to camp and discover Jon Bostic is not what they thought.
Matt
12:59
Doug Whaley ever come back to Steelers since his departure from Bills? If not, will he eventually?
Gerry Dulac
12:59
He has not. But never say never
Matt
12:59
I think McDonald is going to have a huge year if he stays healthy. Do you agree?
Gerry Dulac
12:59
I don't know about huge but I think he can have a really good year. I like that trade.
Moose
1:00
Killer B's (Brown, Bell, and Ben) is worn out.  Don't you think a new nickname is due for the three, maybe something to do with drama or divas?  Radio shows and social media is going to ruin this team IMO.
Gerry Dulac
1:00
It will be the first time in history if that happens
Ken
1:00
After 7 it now appears O line is most important health wise because any more injuries there could impact 7's health.
Gerry Dulac
1:01
At least their starters are all healthy.
Moose
1:01
Can you give us a prediction of a player who you think is going to just drop off production wise, and one who might come out of nowhere to be a pleasant surprise?
Gerry Dulac
1:02
I think Vance McDonald has a chance to be a big production guy. As for dropoff, that is hard -- and unfair -- to predict. But I think a lot of eyes will be on Bud Dupree's production this year. A lot
Andrew
1:02
Are the Steelers concerned bell doesn’t report until week 10 to protect himself from injury and over use before he becomes a free agent next year?
Gerry Dulac
1:02
I would venture to say that is not part of their thought process
Heather
1:02
Do you think the Steelers offense will be better then last years or about the same?
Gerry Dulac
1:03
I think they have a good chance to be better, especially if they stay healthy. But they might need to get a better fourth receiver.
Steeltowntim
1:03
Gerry, Steelers D had fairly high ranking last year and some have them in top 5 this year? Does not a Quick strike offense allow the other teams Offense more oppurtunies thus making defenses worse stat wise?
Gerry Dulac
1:04
Well, that is true to some extent. It might give an opposing offense more possessions, though a good defense will limit the amount of plays.
Heather
1:04
Also do you think all this "drama" is really distracting to the team or just outside noise for the most part?
Gerry Dulac
1:06
Elevator music
Andrew
1:07
What do you think the Steelers are going to do about the lack of depth at OLB and ILB?  Both are very imprtant and I don’t feel good about either position.
Gerry Dulac
1:08
I agree. The talent at inside is average at best. OLB not much better. I like Watt. I think he can and will be a double-digit sack guy, if they let him. But it's very tenuous after that. This is a big year for Bud Dupree to show that he can be a factor in the defense. So far there's been none of that
Jmelvin
1:08
Hi Gerry there were reports earlier in the year Leveon was looking for something in the ballpark of 17 mil.With this latest report of him wanting at least 14.5 mil do you feel confident the Steelers may cater to that number.
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