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Amazing the difference a true TE1 makes

Discussion in 'Steelers Talk' started by TenaciousD, Sep 25, 2018.

  1. TenaciousD

    TenaciousD Well-Known Member

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    Having a receiving threat at TE (like pretty much every other team in the league) makes a huge difference. That play by Vance was probably one of the best I've ever seen. Pure ownage. I like JJ plenty as he has reliable hands but last night you saw the difference between a TE1 and a TE2.

    Vance has dangerous RAC ability. JJ catches the ball and promptly gets tackled. Both have their roles but I hope that Vance can stay healthy. He is a HUGE HUGE weapon for us.

    JJ I hope continues to work on his blocking and RAC skills.
     
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  2. HeinzMustard

    HeinzMustard Well-Known Member

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    Has James been signed to a 2nd contract yet? I hope they do sign James long term. He's reliable even if he doesn't have the RAC and speed that McDonald has.
     
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  3. SteelinOhio

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    That was the play of the game, as far as I'm concerned. Maybe the best play I've seen in several years since Troy.
     
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  4. GoalLine

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    Helped reclaim some of the momentum too after getting down. A nice shot of energy to the team.
     
  5. uncblue012

    uncblue012 Well-Known Member

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    A healthy Vance is a game changer for this team, which seems really weird to say. But dude is a beast, and he's really damn fast.
     
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  6. mcam

    mcam Well-Known Member

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    His stiffarm was sick.

    It'd be nice to see him on the field instead on the sideline for a change.
     
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  7. thesteeldeal

    thesteeldeal Well-Known Member

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    Looked like he was trying to force feed him a Big Mac...in fact I'm nick naming his stiff arm The Big Mac....
     
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  8. Steel_Elvis

    Steel_Elvis Staff Member Mod Team

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    When healthy, Vance is easily a top 10 TE. Maybe top 5.
     
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  9. WinTheNorth

    WinTheNorth Well-Known Member

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    Ok let's take a poll:

    (a) the big mack
    (b) stiffy mcdonald
    (c) "heeeeeaaattttthhhh"
     
  10. Wardismvp

    Wardismvp Well-Known Member

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    Lets see if he can do it week in week out. I have my doubts.
     
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  11. thesteeldeal

    thesteeldeal Well-Known Member

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    The Mcdouble stiff arm with a side of pancakes
     
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  12. Jim90

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    He's always making plays ( When healthy)
     
  13. steelcurtainmrp

    steelcurtainmrp Well-Known Member

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    hope he minimizes his drops also.
     
  14. lewisha

    lewisha Well-Known Member

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    I’m going with the “Full Conte”
     
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  15. SteelerGlenn

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    Of course you do. You doubt and complain about everything.
     
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  16. KnoxVegasSteel

    KnoxVegasSteel Well-Known Member

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    The way the officiating has been, I'm surprised they didn't flag McDonald and take the points off the board. I was totally expecting the refs to call some BS penalty on that.
     
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  17. thesteeldeal

    thesteeldeal Well-Known Member

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    Illegal use of a "Stiffy".....
     
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  18. KnoxVegasSteel

    KnoxVegasSteel Well-Known Member

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    Sounds like we're talking about Bret Kavanaugh now.
     
  19. thesteeldeal

    thesteeldeal Well-Known Member

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    Don't know the reference....
     
  20. KnoxVegasSteel

    KnoxVegasSteel Well-Known Member

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    Supreme court nominee. Been in the news past couple if weeks with some accusations of, shall we say, impropriety...

    Ok, it was a bad joke and hopefully TTF doesn't scold me for crossing the political boundary.
     
  21. thesteeldeal

    thesteeldeal Well-Known Member

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    Ah got it...I prefer my cave when it comes to politics
     
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  22. CK 13

    CK 13 Well-Known Member

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    The stiff arm was sick! But, he could have been flagged for the slap to the head Deacon Jones style :lolol:

    We have two tight ends that can get it done. Hope McDonald stays healthy but lets not put The Outlaw on the shelf after last weeks performance.
     
  23. Formerscribe

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    It wasn't a head slap, but I thought they might call a facemask because he did touch it.
     
  24. AskQuestionsLater

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    Essentially Tyler Eifert if you will.


    Still like what Jesse brings even though he is not nearly as athletic. Strange because he was one of the most athletic tight ends in his draft.
     
  25. Lizard72

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    Nah, He's better than Eifert. (never been impressed with that guy outside of a few games)

    Yeah, Jesse was supposed to have room to grow into his frame and add muscle when they took him. Always thought he'd get stronger and run guys over after the catch.
     

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