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Gerry Dulac's Steelers chat: 9.12.18
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Gerry Dulac
10:47
OK kids, we're going to start our chat in just a few minutes so get those questions loaded and ready to fire....
10:52
OK, let's get our chat started...Go!!!
John
10:52
Did Boswell ever speak about his choke in Cleveland?
Gerry Dulac
10:55
No, but let me say two things: 1) He didn't choke. He has never missed a game-winning attempt since he's been here. And the weather was horrid. Do you really think the most clutch kicker in the league choked??? Really?? No, he didn't choke. He missed. 2) I'm not going to defend nor chastise Chris Boswell for leaving the locker room early because I haven't talked to him about it. But, I will say this, Chris Boswell has also left the locker room early after making the game-winning kick, too, preferring not to bask in the congratulations. So let's not bash him yet for not owning up to the miss (notice I didn't say choke).
Bell
10:55
Do you think Bell stays out a full 10 weeks now and sacrifices 8.5 Mil?
Gerry Dulac
10:56
Yes I do.
Andy
10:56
How many carries/touches for Connors this week?
Gerry Dulac
10:56
Depends on the situation, but about the same.
Ben
10:56
Any idea if Washington will start over Hunter this week?
Gerry Dulac
10:57
Hunter doesn't start. But I think you will see more James Washington. He wasn't as involved in Cleveland because hr practiced mainly with the scout team last week after coming back from his injury. He wasn't fully versed in the game plan. That will change.
FineIine
10:57
Looks the Steelers finally have a legit punt/kick returner in Switzer.
Gerry Dulac
10:57
Agreed
Josh
10:57
What's the status of Ben's elbow for the K C game?
Gerry Dulac
10:57
We'll see
Scott in Dallas
10:58
The Steelers seemed to have made Bell's point by giving JC 36 touches without bringing in a back up RB. I assume they were proving another back could handle that workload but why wouldn't they try to reassure Bell he will not get 400 touches again going into FA to get him to come in and suit up?
Gerry Dulac
10:58
They weren't trying to make any point or statement. That's the way they roll.
Bobby
10:58
Just a fun thought... Would a 0-0-16 record give us the first pick in the draft (no wins), last pick in the draft (undefeated), or 16th pick (.500)?
Gerry Dulac
10:59
You get half a point for a win, half a point for a loss, when you tie. So technically,  the Steelers record would be 8-8
Vance
10:59
Is Vance good to go to play this week?
Gerry Dulac
11:00
I highly doubt it. He hasn't even returned to full practice. And he will have to do that for a week before they determine he is able to be a full-go in the following week's practice.
FineIine
11:00
Looks like they finally have a legit punt/kick returner in Switzer. I noticed he got a few snaps on offense and they even gave him a rushing attempt. You think we will see more of that?
Gerry Dulac
11:01
I don't think you will see more. But I think you will see it.
Haden
11:01
How are we with Haden's hamstring?
Gerry Dulac
11:01
I doubt he will play. Never want to push or risk hamstring injuries, no matter how mild
Ally
11:01
What was the problem with Villanueva this week? He was awful
Gerry Dulac
11:02
He had a few problems for sure.
Scott in Dallas
11:02
Dupree looks like a one trick pony with a speed rush but nothing else. Yeah he got a sack against an UDFA LT but just doesn't look like a natural pass rusher or even a teachable one. Your thoughts?
Gerry Dulac
11:02
He needs to do a better job of developing an inside move
Shannon
11:02
Do you expect more carries for Ridley or Samuels this week?
Gerry Dulac
11:03
Well, one carry would be more than zero carries, so there is that possibility. But if you mean more of a rotation or spelling Conner occasionally, I wouldn't hold your breath.
Ben
11:03
Gerry- what did you think of special teams unit showboating in the end zone after making a tackle on a kickoff?
Gerry Dulac
11:03
I don't like any of that stuff. What's next -- the coaches doing a choreographed dance/stunt on the sideline???
Rick
11:04
Gerry,  Anyone question Tomlin why Hayden is on special teams?  Thank you.
Gerry Dulac
11:04
No, but I can tell you the answer -- because he wants him out there in some situations.
Jared
11:04
Do you expect a bounce-back performance from Ben this week?
Gerry Dulac
11:04
Yes I do, provided his elbow is ok
Larry in KY
11:04
Coordination with Ben and the WRs was lacking against CLE.  With his elbow issue, is Ben able to practice this week?
Gerry Dulac
11:04
He won't practice today and we'll see after that
Heath Miller Fan
11:05
Gerry, I’d appreciate your opinion on 2 players performances. Jordan Berry......he has to be replaced ASAP doesn’t he.We’re always losing field position with him.   Then, Dupree...he went up against a stiff & still couldn’t get to the QB often enough. It’s the same old thing.  He takes the widest angle imaginable toward the QB. Thanks
Gerry Dulac
11:06
Berry has not been great, but he did deliver two big punts in the fourth quarter and OT when it really mattered. And I'm not going to disagree with you on Dupree, but I'll give him this one last chance. I will say this -- you saw 48 in the backfield against the Browns more than you ever have against any other team. So you are at least noticing him instead of wondering if he's even in the game
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