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SCB Steelers’ Quick Hitters: The “Deebo Effect” Edition

by Steeldad
Steelers Sean Davis

Good Thursday to you Steelers’ Fans!

I think a major question we all have is how on Earth was James Harrison inactive for two games? We can ask that because of what he did on Sunday in Kansas City. That leads us to wonder what impact he may have had in games he missed and in games where he was sparingly used. Deebo only played 15 snaps on Sunday or about 27% of the total defensive snaps yet his impact was significant. Four tackles and a monstrous sack to all but seal the game in those 15 snaps were more than both T.J. Watt and Bud Dupree had combined. While there is no way to question his effect against the Chiefs, what type of effect should expect going forward? I think we have to temper our expectations a bit because frankly, we just don’t know. He’s 39 years old… And in better shape than most in the locker room. But we should still proceed with some caution. That way when he blows our minds again it will be that much more satisfying.

Injury News From Wednesday courtesy steelers.com.

DID NOT PARTICIPATE
Maurkice Pouncey (Chest)
Ramon Foster (Back)
Marcus Gilbert (Hamstring)
DE Stephon Tuitt (Back)
DID NOT PARTICIPATE
WR Tyler Boyd (Knee)
HB Ryan Hewitt (Knee)
LIMITED PARTICIPATION
No players listed
LIMITED PARTICIPATION
S Clayton Fejedelem (Hamstring)
CB Adam Jones (Back)
WR John Ross (Knee)
S Derron Smith (Ankle)
FULL PARTICIPATION
LB Tyler Matakevich (Shoulder)
FULL PARTICIPATION
QB Andy Dalton (Ankle)
CB Dre Kirkpatrick (Shoulder)

Tweet of the Day… VWill stating the obvious!

The fact that Matakevich was a full participant is encouraging. He suffered what was thought to be a very serious shoulder injury on Sunday. As of this writing I’m told none of the players who missed practice completely are expected to miss the game. That is always a fluid situation however.

I think Martavis Bryant will have at least two impact plays Sunday. Call it a hunch but I think a combination of the team wanting him to get involved and him ready to break out will come to fruition.

Le’Veon Bell has played five times in his career against the Bengals. He is 4-1 with three touchdowns yet has only one game where he has gone over 100 yards rushing. Part of that is due to injury but regardless I expect him to hit the century mark on Sunday.

Have a great Day Steeler Nation!

 

 

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2 comments

Todd Adams October 19, 2017 - 2:05 pm

I think holding Harrison out in the early going of the season makes sense. He’s going to have limited reps in the tank at this age. We want those reps to really count when important games are on the line. This follows a well established military strategy of holding your best troops in reserve. You wait to see how the battle is developing, then commit your cavalry at the decisive point of the battle to carry the day. That’s exactly what Tomlin did, committing Harrison at the critical moment to get the sack, stop the drive and ensure the victory!

steeldad October 19, 2017 - 3:26 pm

I would agree Todd. Tomlin will not come out and say what you did but I have believe the way he was used Sunday is an indication of what we can expect going forward. I always worry about fans who have unrealistic expectations and think he should be on the field every play!

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