Monthly Archives: November 2013

Velasco To IR, Two Offensive Linemen Signed

The Steelers announced that they have placed C Fernando Velasco on the Reserved/Injured list. Velasco suffered an achilles injury during the loss to the Ravens on Thanksgiving night. The team also announced that they have signed OT Rashard Butler as well as C Eric Olsen. Lastly, CB DeMarcus Van Dyke has been released to make room for the signings.

Eric Olsen is a 6′ 3″, 305 lb center who was drafted by the Broncos in the 2010 draft. Most recently, the 25 year old played with the New Orleans Saints before being released back in September.

Rashad Butler was drafted out of Miami in the 3rd round of the 2006 draft. Butler is listed as 6’4″, 317 lbs, but he suffers from ulcerative colitis, which caused him problems maintaining weight early in his career. The 30 year old tackle spent 4 years with the Texans, and was recently released by the Browns.

[Gif] Heath Miller Shields Le’Veon Bell From Cameras

After Le’Veon Bell received a traumatic helmet to helmet blow that rendered him unconscious on the field, Heath Miller showed what Steelers fans already knew- that he’s a class act.

Miller went to the camera man in the endzone and covered the lens with his hand. Afterwards, Heath went right to the referee to get Bell’s helmet. As if you needed another reason to love Heath.
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[Gif] Mike Tomlin On Field During Jacoby Jones Punt Return

If you haven’t heard it by now, there was a controversial moment in last night’s loss to the Ravens. Mike Tomlin was stepping on the field while Jacoby Jones was returning a punt. Jones was running down the sideline, and it seemed to some that coach Tomlin may have stepped on the field in hopes to slow him down. Whether or not he did it on purpose is being widely debated. After the game Coach T said, “I always watch the returns on the jumbotron…I lost my placement as he broke free.”  What do you think? Was he trying to slow down Jones, or was he simply distracted and unaware of where he was standing?

Mike Tomlin Jacoby Jones Punt Return

 

Mike Tomlin Post Ravens Game Interview

Head coach Mike Tomlin addressed the media after last night’s loss to the Ravens. Brett Keisel (foot), Kelvin Beachum (knee), Mike Adams (ankle), David DeCastro (foot), Fernando Velasco (ankle) and Le’Veon Bell (concussion) were being evaluated for injuries they suffered during the game. Tomlin talks about the loss, the botched field goal, Le’veon Bell’s overturned touchdown, and his controversial sideline step. You can listen below.

Steelers Vs Ravens Inactive List

The following players are inactive tonight for the Steelers:

LB LaMarr Woodley, NT Steve McLendon, QB Landry Jones, WR Derek Moye, CB DeMarcus Van Dyke, LB Stevenson Sylvester, and TE Richard Gordon.

For the Ravens:

S Brynden Trawick, S Omar Brown, RB Bernard Scott, C Ryan Jensen, WR Deonte Thompson, OLB John Simon, and DT Brandon Williams.

Referees For Tonight’s Steelers Game Vs. Ravens

The referees officiating tonight’s game in Baltimore are the crew lead by Clete Blakeman. The remaining line up of the officiating crew is as follows: umpire Garth DeFelice, head linesman Tony Veteri, line judge Ron Marinucci, field judge Dave Meslow, side judge Greg Meyer, and back judge Terrence Miles.

Blakeman and company are the officials who were the center of national controversy a week and a half ago, after they picked up a flag thrown for pass interference in the endzone during the last seconds of the Patriots/Panthers game. Hopefully tonight’s ending isn’t decided by the officials.

Keisel Probable, Woodley Doubtful For Thursday

Brett Keisel, who has been battling with plantar fasciitis for the past two weeks, is listed as probable for tomorrow night’s game in Baltimore. Keisel has been working his way back and practiced fully yesterday. LaMarr Woodley is listed as doubtful for tomorrow. He was only a limited participant in practice yesterday.

Troy Polamalu Is AFC Defensive Player Of The Week

It’s a good Wednesday in Steeler Nation as another Steelers player has been honored for their play on the field this week. Troy Polamalu has been named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week for his performance against the Browns. Troy recorded one sack against Cleveland, forced two fumbles, and recovered a fumble as well. Troy was a disruptive force all over the field on Sunday- at the line of scrimmage and in coverage. The Steelers reportedly submitted William Gay’s name for consideration as well, but the NFL ultimately chose Polamalu.

Ben Roethlisberger Named AFC Offensive Player Of The Month

Ben Roethlisberger has been named the AFC Offensive Player of the Month for November. This is the first time Ben has received the honor in his career. This comes just a week after being named AFC Offensive Player of the Week. Roethlisberger threw for 1,188 yards, 11 TDs, 3 interceptions, and had a passer rating 100.5.

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The last Steelers player to be named AFC Player of the Month was LaMarr Woodley back in October of 2011.