Projecting The Steelers 2013 53 Man Roster

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NFL teams have until 6 PM tomorrow to reduce their roster down to the final 53. Here’s a look at how it may likely play out.

Quarterbacks:[3] Ben Roethlisberger, Bruce Gradkowski, Landry Jones.

I feel pretty certain that Jones makes the roster. The team knew he was a developmental pick.

Running Backs: [6] Le’veon Bell, Isaac Redman, Larod Stephens-Howling, Jonathan Dwyer, Felix Jones, Will Johnson [FB]

Dwyer could very well be cut or traded, and Jones could also be cut. In the end I lean towards the team actually keeping both to start the season. I’ve seen speculation that the Steelers call the Giants to trade Dwyer for a pick, but I don’t see the Giants being that hard up for a Running Back.

Wide Receivers:[4] Antonio Brown, Emmanuel Sanders, Jerricho Cotchery, Marcus Wheaton.

This is a tough one, and if the team keeps 5 WRs, then Moye is the fifth. I think Moye and Brown go to the PS to start the season, though. Of course, Brown is a gamble on the PS.

Tight Ends:[4] Heath Miller, David Johnson, David Paulson, Matt Spaeth.

Spaeth will likely be placed on IR designated to return.

Offensive Line:[8] Maurkice Pouncey, Ramon Foster, David DeCastro, Mike Adams, Marcus Gilbert, Kelvin Beachum, John Malecki, Guy Whimper.

Defensive Line:[6] Ziggy Hood, Steve McLendon, Brett Keisel, Cameron Heyward, Al Woods, Alameda Ta’amu.

This could go either way between Ta’amu and Fangupo in my eyes, but I think Ta’amu has shown enough to get the spot. Fangupo’s age is a deciding factor, too.

Linebackers:[10] LaMarr Woodley, Larry Foote, Lawrence Timmons, Jason Worilds, Jarvis Jones, Chris Carter, Alan Baxter, Marshall McFadden, Kion Wilson and Vince Williams.

I can easily see Wilson going to the Practice Squad. If that’s the case, they keep 9 and DCS is the 5th safety.

Cornerbacks:[5] Ike Taylor, Cortez Allen, William Gay, Curtis Brown, Terry Hawthorne.

Hawthorne missed a lot of time this summer, but he’s got a high ceiling. I think Victorian lands on the Practice Squad.

Safeties:[4] Troy Polamalu, Ryan Clark, Shamarko Thomas, Robert Golden.

Specials:[3] Greg Warren, Shaun Suisham, Drew Butler

Feel free to share your thoughts in the forum.

Coming Soon: The Ben Roethlisberger Show

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Has a nice ring to it, right? Big Ben will be joining 93.7 The Fan for a weekly radio show this fall.

“I am looking forward to spending time every week on The Fan talking about every game and sharing my insights with Steeler Nation”,  Ben said of the radio gig.

Starting September 10th, The Ben Roethlisberger Show will air Tuesdays at 11:00 AM with the Vinnie and Cook show.

Will Johnson Suffered The Only Injury In Game 4

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The only injury reported from tonight’s preseason loss against the Panthers was a hamstring injury to Will Johnson. The severity isn’t yet known, and Coach Tomlin said he was being evaluated. Johnson was seen with his right hamstring iced and wrapped on the sideline during the 1st quarter. He’s was ruled out shortly after and did not return to the game.

 

Coach Tomlin Rules Out 4 For Preseason Finale

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During his press conference earlier today, Coach Tomlin ruled out the following players for Thursday’s game against the Panthers:

Jarvis Jones, Isaac Redman, Le’Veon Bell, and Heath Miller.

Jarvis Jones is recovering from an AC sprain in his chest that he suffered during the game against the Chiefs.

Redman is being held out for precautionary measures. He suffered a stinger on the 15th in practice and hasn’t seen game time since , but the team wants to see more from Stephens-Howling, Dywer, and Felix Jones.

Bell and Miller aren’t expected to return in the immediate future, so ruling them out of this week’s game was certain.

Steelers Cut Roster Down To 75

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The team has announced the first wave of roster cuts today, reducing the roster down to 75. Here is the official list of roster moves :

RB Baron Batch, LB Stevenson Sylvester, OT Mike Farrell, WR Tyler Shaw, OT D’Anthony Batiste, WR David Gilreath, CB Ryan Steed, TE Peter Tuitupou, QB John Parker Wilson, WR J.D. Woods, and RB Jeremy Wright all have been waived.

Justin Cheadle and DeMarcus Van Dyke were waived injured.

DE Nick Williams was placed on IR and Sean Spence to Reserve/PUP.

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Steelers Will Make Roster Cuts Today

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The Steelers will announce early roster cuts today, ahead of the Tuesday deadline. All teams are required to cut their 90 man roster down to 75 by 4:00 PM Est. on Tuesday, August 27th. Some teams have already gotten started today, and the Steelers are expected to be down to 75 by nightfall. While it’s hard to predict exactly who will be eliminated during the first round of cuts, some names you might expect to see on today’s list are-  WR Tyler Shaw, RB Jeremy Wright, DB Devin Smith, TE Peter Tuitupou, OT Guy Whimper, OG Golic Jr., OT Batiste among others. I’m not saying all those players will be cut, just don’t be surprised if they are. Don’t be surprised to see an injury waiver, as well. I’ll post the official list once it becomes available.

Jarvis Jones Leaving Hospital This Afternoon

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According to ProFootballTalk, Jarvis Jones will be released from the hospital this afternoon. While there isn’t an official update yet (and likely won’t be one for a while), PFT reports that the initial diagnosis is unspecific and classified as ‘some sort of internal bruising’. We’ll see if that holds true, but being released today is a good step in the right direction.

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Jarvis Jones Leaves Stadium In Ambulance

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Jarvis Jones was injured after recovering an interception in the 4th quarter against the Chiefs tonight. The hit didn’t look like much at first, but Jones was initially unable to get up, and walked to the sideline after being attended to by medical staff. After the game, Jones was taken out on a stretcher, and was taken to a local hospital via ambulance for further evaluation. Preliminary reports are that he is being treated for a chest injury. Here is a gif the play where he was hurt.

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List Of Steelers Not Dressing For The Chiefs Game

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The following players are not dressing for the Chiefs game tonight:

DeMarcus VanDyke, Le’Veon Bell, Isaac Redman, Larod Stephens-Howling, Isaiah Green, Sean Spence, Stevenson Sylvester, Justin Cheadle, Heath Miller, Matt Spaeth, and Nick Williams.

The main surprise on that list is Isaac Redman, who was expected by many to play tonight. Team sources said earlier that Felix Jones is expected to play for 10 to 12 plays tonight. He’s wearing #23. Cortez Allen, David Johnson, and Will Johnson all are playing tonight.

Steelers Trade LB Adrian Robinson For RB Felix Jones

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Today the Steelers have traded Adrian Robinson to the Eagles for Felix Jones.

Jones, who was drafted one pick before Mendenhall in 2008, spent 5 years with the Cowboys before signing a one year deal with the Eagles in May. The former 1st round pick turned 26 in May, and averaged 4.8 yards per carry during his time with the Cowboys. He also has kickoff return experience, with a 23.9 yard per return average.

Robinson, who was signed as an UDFA out of Temple in 2012, was on the roster last year and active for 12 games. His chances of making the 53 man roster this year were slim.

I wouldn’t read too much into this acquisition. Jones isn’t a lock to make the roster, and the trade isn’t even official unless both men pass physicals today. Jones left the Eagles preseason game early last week with a rib injury, and has battled with ankle and knee injuries for much of his career.