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Batch possible start in San Fran?

Discussion in 'Steelers Talk' started by lamberts lunatic, Dec 15, 2011.

  1. lamberts lunatic

    lamberts lunatic Well-Known Member

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    Ben did not practice, had a noticable limp, and didn't address reporters Wed. Got this from The Tribune Review
     
    lamberts lunatic, Dec 15, 2011
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  2. MikeFanForLife

    MikeFanForLife Well-Known Member

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    According to Tomlin if he doesn't practice he won't play. Be watching to see if Ben practices today. :praying: :godell:
     
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  3. TerribleTowelFlying

    TerribleTowelFlying Staff Member Site Admin Mod Team

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    I read yesterday that Tomlin told the SF media Ben wouldn't need to practice to play Monday. Also, Batch said yesterday that he might not know who was starting until Monday.
     
    TerribleTowelFlying, Dec 15, 2011
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  4. ScottChab

    ScottChab Well-Known Member

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    If Pouncey is out, it probably won't matter if we have a hobbled Ben or a healthy Batch. I have a feeling the Niners defense will spend a lot of time in the Steelers' backfield. Dixon may be the better option if we already have a playoff spot locked up.
     
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  5. BLACKnGOLDsince72

    BLACKnGOLDsince72 Well-Known Member

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    Also heard tomorrow was the magic day for Ben to attempt practice so not practicing yesterday doesn't mean much right now. Even if the ankle is feeling better Ben's gonna get as much out of that "Noticeable Limp" as he can :grin:
     
    BLACKnGOLDsince72, Dec 15, 2011
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  6. rukus4ever

    rukus4ever Well-Known Member

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    I'm hoping to see Dennis Dixon if Ben does not play in San Fran
     
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  7. truckin9999

    truckin9999 Well-Known Member

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    I hope Ben sits, no matter what happens in the other games over the weekend. Steelers need a healthy Ben for the playoffs. Ben could sit for the 49ers and the Rams. I dont think the Steelers would have to many problems with the Rams in week #16 without Ben.
     
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  8. Thigpen82

    Thigpen82 Bitter optimist

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    Theoretically I agree. But this is based on Batch being much better prepared than in the last game, and a gameplan based around his capabilities.

    We know that Ben saves his best for the play offs, so keep him healthy as much as possible.
     
    Thigpen82, Dec 15, 2011
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  9. TerribleTowelFlying

    TerribleTowelFlying Staff Member Site Admin Mod Team

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    TerribleTowelFlying, Dec 15, 2011
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  10. bigsteelerfaninky

    bigsteelerfaninky Well-Known Member

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    I agree unless we dont clinch on sunday then I say play him
     
    bigsteelerfaninky, Dec 15, 2011
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  11. BLACKnGOLDsince72

    BLACKnGOLDsince72 Well-Known Member

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    Great read. Thanks TTF ! I guess the good news is the thumb feels great now LOL !
     
    BLACKnGOLDsince72, Dec 15, 2011
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  12. white_steel_wolfe

    white_steel_wolfe Well-Known Member

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    NO BATCH! UGH

    Would rather take chances with Dixon if Ben couldn't play. Need to let that burned out QB go. :glare:
     
    white_steel_wolfe, Dec 15, 2011
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  13. Jim90

    Jim90 Well-Known Member

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    after watching Sam Bradford of the rams I think Ben could use some rest too. Sam missed 3 weeks with the same injury .. high ankle sprain.. they wrapped him up big time and drugged him ( pain killers) for the Monday nighter
     
    Jim90, Dec 15, 2011
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