Behind the Steel Curtain
It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time for a weekly Steelers links roundup at BTSC. But first, let’s take a look around the AFC North:
Now, onto some Steelers news and discussion:
(From Steelers.com’s Brian Batko): Typically, an NFL team with four quarterbacks might skimp on the action for that guy who’s No. 4 on the depth chart. But with Rodgers entering Year 22 and a high-pedigree group behind him, it makes plenty of sense to let the others compete in early June.
“Obviously, with Aaron Rodgers, the experience and what he brings to the table — I’m not just talking about playing between the white lines, but what he can add to a conversation in the quarterback room — has been extremely valuable for our younger players,” McCarthy said. “Boy, I’ve really grown to have a lot of appreciation for Mason. I’m really enjoying our time together.”
While it’s fair to assume the Steelers don’t have their future franchise quarterback on the roster at the moment, the competition and development of the names behind Aaron Rodgers — and the fact that Rodgers doesn’t need many offseason reps — is building up to what should be an entertaining offseason at the position.
(From Heavy’s Dave Holcomb): “Not bad for us. We don’t have to play that beast (Garrett) twice every year,” said Howard at a golf event Monday, via 93.7 The Fan. “I mean, they’re bringing in a great player in Jared Verse. So, it’s going to create more challenges.
“But, just looking at it, yeah, it will be nice not to play that dude twice a year.”
Jared Verse is a good player in his own right who has gone a bit underrated following the trade. But at the same time, Will Howard’s thoughts should be that of every Steeler fan — Myles Garrett out of the division is good news for Pittsburgh quarterbacks and developing offensive line.
(From Steelers Wire’s Curt Popejoy): We are in no way advocating for a Watt trade but given the Steelers current roster, salary cap and contract situation and expectations, they could explore it. Now, it’s important to be realistic and understand that what the Browns got for Garrett isn’t going to be what the Steelers could get for Watt. Garrett is a year younger and has been far more productive over the past two seasons. Nevertheless, if the Steelers could be sure they get a first-round pick next year along with other draft consideration, it would be tough to...
