The Dupree Decision....

I figured we've beaten the current topics to death enough and figured I'd introduce some new discussion material. I included a link (sorry Blast) to the 19' FA OLBs. There are a lot of names I'm unfamiliar with and some that are well known. I'd like to hear everyone's thoughts on how to handle Dupree and some guys that might intrigue you from the list. Including any information you might have on some of the lesser known players...
https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/free-agents/outside-linebacker/

 

I agree. Any names you like. Would you feel comfortable with holding on to Chickillo and seeing what we have from the young guys as a worse case scenario? I think we can address it in FA sufficiently enough to replace Duprees production and a possible draft pick . I even think we can replace Duprees production with what we currently have in house. IMO

 

I thought you were kidding I did forget it...doh. Editing it now

 

He could play for free...doesn't matter.

The Steelers love the 3-4. They absolutely need a good edge rusher opposite Watt. It's paramount.

Dupree is not it.

Let him walk. Please and thank you.

 

Better production with our current players over Dupree...they just need the reps .

I'd love to see Chickillo coming off the edge all game long for one year before you can make a judgment on him.

The Steelers were never going to sit a first round pick like that. They always sink or swim with their first rounders until their contract is up. Then it's walkaway or resign.

 

Yeah I'm not sure how cheap Dupree will be and personally I don't know if I even would want him as a backup.i don't think he signs for back up money. Chickillo would be much cheaper and is a real good STs player. I'm not sure how much STs he would play being thrust into a more prominent role but at least he has that as a fallback if we hit in the draft or FA. Chickillo and Olas money probably still comes out cheaper than Dupree with not too much loss in production,if any. Personally I think Ola is ahead of Dupree already skill wise.

 

Dupree's decision is immense for certain. Whether he stays or goes is going to influence Pittsburgh's draft plans greatly. There is no understating that.



Moreover to the point though, whether or not Dupree is around does not assist us in the end. Good coaching will. For that matter, I seriously hope Jachai Polite is available by Pick Number 20 should the cornerbacks go off the board like crazy. If not him, Brian Burns would not be a bad consolidation prize.

 

I'll take Clowney and Matthews (to make Allstate commercials with Ben).

How can Suggs keep up with the young studs????

 

Suggs has been ugly his whole life. He doesn't even realize he's too old to be playing still

 

Shaquil Barrett all day for me. I just don't think Denver lets him go without a fight. I see Dupree back with the Steelers though. I'd rather he moved on, but I think the team feels otherwise. I hope they let him explore FA though, so maybe a team overpays and he is adios.

 

I would let him walk, but our depth sux at that position, maybe something happens in the offseason where letting him go is easier to swallow?

When does the decision need to be made by?

 

March

 

Let him leave, we will find somebody just as good and alot cheaper.

 

Yea, I can see it now though. Belichick picks him up and turns him into an all pro worlds greatest OLB to ever grace the NFL with his presence. QB's will be shaking in their shoes to the likes of the the way Lambert intimidated Elway. Colbert, Tomlin and Butler will take credit for his development and blame Stephen A., Mark Madden and Steelers fans everywhere for not believing in his potential. The Cheaters will win their 11 SB title and he walks away as MVP.

 

What has he done in 5 years that tells you that he is going to tear it up for any team?

 

Let him go. He was a bust.

 

Sorry. I forgot the semi green font.

 

We'll sign him. He's a Steeler. It's our way. Doesn't matter that he sucks.

 

The funny thing is, how much do you want to bet Dupree ends up playing for the Patriots, only to see Bud start flourishing at the pass rush becoming a force?

I'm not even joking.


Now if he goes to the Cardinals, his career is as good as toast. <<Kidding..

 

I heard on a Steelers podcast if they cut Dupree, Gilbert, and Burnett that will save them over 17 million in cap space. Do it .

 

If that is truly the case then it should not even be a question, cut them.

 

Actually 4 years.