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Benny Snell takes the #2 spot from Samuels

Discussion in 'Steelers Talk' started by turtle, Jun 30, 2019.

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  1. Steel_Elvis

    Steel_Elvis Staff Member Mod Team

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    Which fumble at the worst possible time are you referring to? The one near our own goal line in the tie vs Cleveland, or the one in the 4th quarter in Denver? One was critical in turning a win into a tie, and the other was critical in a loss. He also had a weird one where the ball got knocked airborne and went out of bounds before anyone could recover it (don’t remember which game, but I think we won that one). I agree that fumbles happen, and he’s not a fumbling machine like some RBs become when they hit the NFL. However I do think it’s an area for improvement. Truth be told, my bigger concern with him is whether his aggressive style will continue to result in injuries. He may initiate violent contact more than any other feature RB in the league. Don’t get me wrong, I like Conner a lot, and I hope/think he will take another step forward in refining his game.
     
    Steel_Elvis, Jul 23, 2019
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  2. jeh1856

    jeh1856 Im a happy camper

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    He could take pointers from that all time great, HOF Steeler Franco on how to run.

    ;)
     
    jeh1856, Jul 24, 2019
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  3. SteelerGlenn

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    Connor is on his third year of a four-year rookie contract. He’s not going anywhere if he continues to play the way he has his first two years.
     
    SteelerGlenn, Jul 24, 2019
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  4. Daddymac10

    Daddymac10 Well-Known Member

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    IMO, Samuels is too dynamic to be passed-up by a rookie. It's not like Snell have the ability to take it to the house sometimes. I can see us using Snell as a redzone weapon...
     
    Daddymac10, Jul 25, 2019
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  5. mac daddyo

    mac daddyo Well-Known Member

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    I hope it doesn't say snail jr. :cool:
     
    mac daddyo, Jul 25, 2019
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  6. turtle

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    Neither of these 3 RBs have the speed for long breakaway runs imo. It does not seem they value that over the traits these bigger backs have. I have wanted a more dynamic back in the draft the past 2 years but it does not seem that will happen. OTOH, I am fine with the ball control and punishing style that these 3 bring to the table so it is what it is.
     
    turtle, Jul 25, 2019
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  7. cajunyankee

    cajunyankee Well-Known Member

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    That’s funny right there I don’t care who you are....

    Samuels has lost weight and gotten faster. Wasn’t his combine 40 the same as Lev Bell’s?? He performed well when called upon last year and that will only improve.

    Cajun
     
    cajunyankee, Jul 25, 2019
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  8. Wardismvp

    Wardismvp Well-Known Member

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    I like all our Rb's, I just hope all can be utilized properly.
    Time of possession is key for Steelers With our OL the running
    game has to be exploited. This way #7 will have less chance to throw to the other team.
     
    Wardismvp, Jul 26, 2019
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  9. mac daddyo

    mac daddyo Well-Known Member

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    I don't care if they score in 10 seconds as long as the defense doesn't give it back in 9 seconds and we score again only to miss the extra point. We can score quickly as long as we keep them from scoring quicker. Time of possession only works when you complete those drives with the full amount of points. Not time possessed between the twenties and a missed fg or stalled in the red zone. Then stop the other team on a regular basis.:cool:
     
    mac daddyo, Jul 26, 2019
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