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Hines Ward Retires

Discussion in 'Steelers Talk' started by SteelByDesign, Mar 20, 2012.

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  1. SteelByDesign

    SteelByDesign Well-Known Member

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  2. troybellringer55

    troybellringer55 Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    I didn't think Hines would have too many takers at this point. He will get into broadcasting in some form, he has the charm. Love to seem him get into the radio booth with Hillgrove, Tunch, and Wolf. But, I think Hines is made for TV.
     
    troybellringer55, Mar 20, 2012
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  3. truckin9999

    truckin9999 Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    any idea what time this is scheduled to happen?
     
    truckin9999, Mar 20, 2012
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  4. bignasty92

    bignasty92 Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    Does anyone know what time it is going to be????
     
    bignasty92, Mar 20, 2012
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  5. SteelByDesign

    SteelByDesign Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    I've looked around and everything just says later today.

    Agreed. Hines seemed very comfortable during the Superbowl when he and Aaron Rodgers were splitting time in the booth.
     
    SteelByDesign, Mar 20, 2012
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  6. truckin9999

    truckin9999 Well-Known Member

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  7. traceman

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    Hate to see him "have to" retire, but will be extremely gald it's as a Steeler.
    Will this be broadcast anywhere on-line that you know of??
     
    traceman, Mar 20, 2012
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  8. bignasty92

    bignasty92 Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    I know its HIGHLY unlikely, but with this news conferance coming out of nowhere, wouldnt it be nice if came back for one final year???? :herewego: :herewego: :herewego: :herewego: :herewego: :herewego: :herewego: :popcorn:
     
    bignasty92, Mar 20, 2012
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  9. TheSteelHurtin2188

    TheSteelHurtin2188 Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    no it wouldnt be nice he is done and would only take up a roster spot.
     
    TheSteelHurtin2188, Mar 20, 2012
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  10. Iowasteeljim

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    If he becomes a commentator do you think he will champion the Steelers? Would be nice to hear someone broadcasting with a little Steeler bias for once.
     
    Iowasteeljim, Mar 20, 2012
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  11. bignasty92

    bignasty92 Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines


    I would be fine with him "taking up a roster spot" if it meant that the whole team would be rallying around Hines and doing everything they could to send out on top with a Super Bowl victory the way they did Bettis. Would be a great motivator for the team. But thats just my .2 worth. everyone has an opinion its like a, well you know. either way ill be happy for him!
    :herewego:
     
    bignasty92, Mar 20, 2012
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  12. thorn058

    thorn058 Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    I hate this argument because it is a BS one. SO you mean to tell me you feel the 53rd person on the roster who barely suits up and doesn't see the field except on maybe kickoffs and punt returns has more value than the guy who has proved time and time again that he can make the clutch play, has shown real leadership, who gives his all on every play? Sorry but the waste of a roster spot is a lame argument.
     
    thorn058, Mar 20, 2012
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  13. truckin9999

    truckin9999 Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    I like the idea. But, Bettis had never been to a SuperBowl, when the team rallied around him. You cant say that for Hines(SB MVP)
     
    truckin9999, Mar 20, 2012
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  14. TheSteelHurtin2188

    TheSteelHurtin2188 Well-Known Member

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    We know brown isnt playing special teams this year sanders is going to be thescheme return man so the 4th wr is going to have to play specials and hines wont do that and cant do that. So yes it would hurt this team.
     
    TheSteelHurtin2188, Mar 20, 2012
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  15. bignasty92

    bignasty92 Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    Presser will be live on steelers.com
     
    bignasty92, Mar 20, 2012
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  16. traceman

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    Thanks for info.
     
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  17. MikeFanForLife

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    screw going into broadcasting, make him a WR coach.
     
    MikeFanForLife, Mar 20, 2012
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  18. TheSteelHurtin2188

    TheSteelHurtin2188 Well-Known Member

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    not a coach not yet anyhow. If they were to go this route i would want him as an advisor it doesnt count as coach but he can still do everything a coach does.
     
    TheSteelHurtin2188, Mar 20, 2012
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  19. Thigpen82

    Thigpen82 Bitter optimist

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    Agreed. The idea that players can just step up as coaches straight away without any training or learning the ropes is a bit silly.
     
    Thigpen82, Mar 20, 2012
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  20. SteelByDesign

    SteelByDesign Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    I'm seeing noon on steelers.com
     
    SteelByDesign, Mar 20, 2012
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  21. TheSteelHurtin2188

    TheSteelHurtin2188 Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    Yeah i think batch could but he basically has been coaching for 7 years now.
     
    TheSteelHurtin2188, Mar 20, 2012
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  22. mac daddyo

    mac daddyo Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    maybe just a hines ward " WR blocking clinic" during the week, to go along with the hines ward " How to be an average talent WR and excel at it" clinic. 86 you were awesome!!!!!!! :applaud: :cool:
     
    mac daddyo, Mar 20, 2012
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  23. TerribleTowelFlying

    TerribleTowelFlying Staff Member Site Admin Mod Team

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    Here's a direct link for those who want to watch. ~ Hines Press Conference
     
    TerribleTowelFlying, Mar 20, 2012
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  24. HugeSnack

    HugeSnack Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    Love you too Hines!
     
    HugeSnack, Mar 20, 2012
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  25. SteelByDesign

    SteelByDesign Well-Known Member

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    Re: Steelers announce press conference w/ Hines

    It's official. He's retiring a Steeler for life.

    Really went out of his way to thank the fans several times. Class Act. I love Hines.
     
    SteelByDesign, Mar 20, 2012
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