BB, Cush, LT and the future of the NFL

Sometimes my “humor” doesn’t translate in writing. When I learn to write better perhaps my comments will be enjoyed. LOL?
Anyways, the Cush thing doesn’t help the sport in the eyes of the casual fan, which is what the NFL depends on for revenue. Diehards only spend so much per year. The casual observer buying that jersey or ticket is who they (the NFL) are marketing to. And with the BB press, LT ad now Cush, a lockout will kill the NFL. We saw what happens to Major sports when the “casual” fan is repulsed by the greed, roids and shenanigans. MLB and MLH still haven’t recoverd. JMO. Anyways, had a couple of copper pieces burning a hole in my pocket. Thanks for letting me drop ‘em here. Oh yeah. it's my page.

It occurred to me. you don't know how I became a fan...........

My Grandfather took me to my first Steelers game,January 12th 1975. SuperBowl IX. Minn. vs. Pitt. I was young, 5 yrs old. I fell asleep during the game, (so I was told). But I was branded from then on. He got the tickets from a client / Cowboys fan and the 4 of us G&G, my brother (a Rams fan) and I made a 4 day trip of it. Cult membership was easy, I didn’t have to sell my belongings (GI Joe’s’ and Tonkas) and move to S. America. I just put on those B&G clothes Granny and Gramps kept sending. I enjoyed this write up quite a bit (http://www.behindthesteelcurtain.com/2010/5/5/1458772/now-thats-steelers-football-a). It brought back memories of a bygone youth and the time with Gramps. And also gave me the blueprint for exactly how it was that I became initiated to the B&G. Helluva marketing scheme Rooneys. Take a kid + Grandparents + SB IX = STEELER Faithful! Very Sneaky, but well appreciated. Long live STEELERS football! And Thanks Gramps, you unwitting pawn in the cult fellowship indoctrination.

"If I could start my life all over again, I would be a professional football player, and you damn well better believe I would be a Pittsburgh Steeler."

-- Jack Lambert --

Russell meets with Steelers hours after getting released by Oakland.....

In the endless pursuit to BE the Raiders east, the Steelers are reported to be meeting with Russell. Having Lefty, Dix, Batch and that dude from Ohio, the Steelers realize that they must key in on that "talent from oaktown". Apparently 4 QB's is one too few. In their endless pursuit of mediocrity at the QB position the Steelers believe they have achieved utter ineptness with Russell. All the money owed Russell assures the Rooneys' won't have to look at another UDFA, as they can't afford 'em now. Being outbidded by Cincy for Pac-man, the Steelers are feeling the heat to get Russell in their stable. "We is what we is" has been seen scrawled across the facility. Ryan Leafs agent is said to be flying into the "Burgh" tonight. After the release of Harrison, Hampton and a handful of others ( including Clark, Ward, Colon, Miller and Polamalu) the team thinks they can acquire, Bosworth, H. Long, and the original LT. (LT may have a problem making OTA's but should be good to go by Sept.) Colbert is working OT this off season to assure us all that the Steelers are to be rekond with. God save the Queen.........



Meant tongue in cheek as in the workingon7 original post
http://www.behindthesteelcurtain.com/2009/8/25/1001908/steelers-cut-mendenhall-hampton

Brian Cushing Supended 4 games

Brian Cushing of the Texans was appearantly suspended after failing the leagues drug policy. Unbelivable for the second year kid. Doesn't anyone these yahoos hire do anything but take their money? I mean really? All that cash and he tests dirty. It's a sad state of affairs in the NFL. Perhaps a play stoppage will wake these schmucks up. And who knows, we may rebound better than ever. Or hopefully better than MLB or the NHL.

Mercury Morris and redemption vs. BB

Just watched an NFL network program featuring the Dolphins.

The Dolphins had an undefeated season in 1972. Mercury Morris was a member of that team. He was convicted (yes convicted) on drug charges. And years later during a half time presentation they, (the Dolphins) "introduced" those players from that remarkable season. Morris' name was not spoken. Shunned by the "team". Will BB face the same fate? Even though Morris was actually convicted by the courts, BB has dually been convicted by the press and us. (None worse than yours truly). What he's done has been remarkable on the field. What he's done off the field has been (allegedly) atrocious. Will BB be forgiven in a 2020 halftime extravaganza against the crows? Or will he never escape the critics? Morris is doing his part for the youth in his community, but still has yet to be embraced by the "faithful". Can we as the "Nation" forgive BB, or is he slotted to be our Morris?.......Let me know please.

Leftwich Exclaims.......Excited to be back!!!!!

Byron Leftwich couldn’t help but smile coming off the practice field during the team’s mini-camp this past weekend. Not only was he out on the field doing what he loves, playing football, but he was back doing it at a place he loves. “I was excited to be back,” said Leftwich. “I had just a great time when I was here last time and guys welcomed me back with open arms. To be a part of an organization like this, which I feel is the best organization in sports. I had a smile on my face from ear to ear to have the opportunity to come back here and be a part of this.“It’s fun. I had the most fun in my NFL career last time I was here. It’s not because we won the Super Bowl. It was about being in the locker room with the veteran guys, guys who understand what it is all about. Here there is only one goal and that is winning football games.

”Nice answers Lefty. Takin' first team snaps this week and answering questions like that....you may be here a while Sport. This is getting dicey, we all know my views, and sorry Fever and 5020, but I had too.

The Steelers as I said earlier will succeed with BB on the bench. And when he cums comes back he will, I hope, have success. BL takin' snaps, getting the book and being here for at least a year or two will help. He's good for two wins, Dixon 1-2 and Batch 2-3.....soooo thats at least 1-3 when Ben returns. (Historically the Steelers start 1-3, 2-2 at best for first 4) Look it up. On average. (I get it.....we're kinda weak early) BB goes.....hmmmmm. 9-3 at worst...(being optomistic)...after the 2 week prep prior to game 5...hopefully! So 10-6......Wild card...again, 2004-2005 anyone? WE'VE got THIS.
Alan

I'm a Steeler Fan...(and also a Ben detractor) Can I be both?

Yeah I’m not a Ben fan, but the Steelers are a different matter. I love the Steelers. How trite. Right? I don’t care for Ben. Week 5 or 6 (really week 5) Ben will return and I will be rooting for the B&G regardless. (Actually week 3 I’ll be in Tampa, C’mon STEELERS!!!!) Against the Browns week 5 Ben will be back. I don’t care for Ben, as I’ve made clear, but when he suits up I’ll put my biases behind me and root for Ben and the STEELERS to succeed. Contridictorary right? I don’t think so. Ben is a Steeler and I support the Steelers. If the heirs of that saavy gambler Art S. see to it that Ben is to be here, than who am I. Art Sr. made choices based on dog performances and card lays. Who are we to degrade the tradition. A questionable gamble? FO SHO! But a Steeler fan I am. I don’t support Ben individually, but as a teamate, I’m hamstrung. (Go Ben Go). So there you go, the conundrum of being a Steeler Fan in 2010 and beyond.
Damn him
Alan