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ben, you were complaining that u didnt have a tall wr, and now that u got one, u dun want to take sponsitility?

Non story.

It wasn't totally for him. And what QB hasn't tried to put their 2 cents in? Especially after getting sacked as much as he did. But It does add depth. What a one two punch this will be, and a tall playmaker to throw to. Steelers are in better shape than last year, and injuries slowed us down. Much better team on paper. As for offense we are in good shape. Go Steelers! One for the other pinky!

Nice flip-flop Ben. He's posturing for a life in politics after football. Hey Packers4, I love cake too. Chocolate........

"It wasn't pressing for us because we already have [players at those positions],"

Funny how you say that now after you find out your existing "players at those positions" were insulted by your asking for a tall WR.

Had they not drafted some big receivers then today we'd be reading about him complaining that the team didn't listen to him.

What good are options when the O-line lets him get sacked 5-6 times a game?

Make up my their minds Ben. You want the receivers or you dont

I'm disappointed - isn't it natural for the QB to pull draft strings rather than mgmt?

The Steelers have always drafted for long-term value. This draft is no different, especially given the panic for OT's in the first round. By the time the Steelers were on the clock, Mendenhall was far and away the best player left. Even if they could have taken a guy like Jeff Otah a few picks earlier it would have been a mistake. Did any of you see his game tape? That guy is going to get torched by every speed rusher in the league! Mendenhall is the right pick. Willie is coming off of a major injury and he has legitimate potential. Any weakness in the line this year should be blamed on the Steelers mistakes during free agency.

if ben had, he would have asked for some O-Line. steelers should have drafted more O-Line. will be the weakest thing about the team this season. they drafted solid but they didnt draft to fix whats wrong with their offense.

Big Ben is responsible for some of those sacks, he holds onto the ball too long. The Steelers invested a ton of money in two guys with a history of concussions (Ben/Troy). This maybe a bigger problem.

While I like their picks, I will take a 9-7 record this season with that schedule.

Who cares if he take sponsatility or not? He is their franchise player and they wanted to make sure they surround him with the proper weapons that will make him and the team better.

I thought the Steelers had a good draft. Of course, what do I know?

I think the Steelers Oline will be fine as long as RT Max Starks can figure out how to play again.

Mendenhall was the best pick. Limas Sweed will make the offense more potent and gives Big Ben a guy that he can just throw a jump ball and not have to worry. Much like Big Ben had in College with WR Nance at Miami Ohio.

The Best pick I thought the Steelers had was UCLA's DE/3-4 OLB Bruce Davis. This guy was unstoppable at UCLA as a DE and is athletic as all get out. He will be a perfect fit as a 3-4 OLB. He will take over in a couple of seasons for OLB James Harrison.

Who cares if he take sponsatility or not?

drtrujillo

I disagree, sponsatility is important.

Big Ben is responsible for some of those sacks. He hold the ball too long some times, which led to him being sacked. I really like the Steelers picks this season but I'll take a 9-7 season now with that schedule.

I also think the Steelers invested too much money in Ben & Troy with their concussion history.

sorry for the double postings.....

It's called being diplomatic

Big Ben definitely influenced this draft heavily...