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Ed Bouchette's Steelers chat: 10.17.17
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Ed Bouchette
1:57
Good afternoon, let's begin
kjacksonpgh
1:57
Ed, after such a great win why now do we seem to be discussing MB wanting to be traded? Are some of the Steelers just selfish?
Ed Bouchette
1:58
We're discussing it because he or his reps requested a trade 2 weeks ago and that news broke Sunday night. It has nothing to do whether the steelers won or lost that we're discussing it.
Rich
1:58
Ed,  What areas does Martavis need to up his game?  Something seems off.  Must not be impressing much in practice.
Ed Bouchette
1:59
I don't know that anything's off other than the entire offense has been inconsistent
Sergio From Mexico
1:59
Hello Ed. As usual, thanks for the chats. Nice win on sunday¡ Besides Ben being more consistent, who do you think needs to step up so we start stacking wins and make it to january and hopefully february? Here we go Steelers¡¡¡
Ed Bouchette
2:00
Martavis Bryant would be one, but that may be out of his hands (playing time, getting the ball thrown to him, etc.). On defense, stopping the run the way they did in KC more consistently
NC Steel
2:01
Ed, Will Haley and Tomlin stick to the KC formula this week and run, run, run the ball and control the LOS defensively?
Ed Bouchette
2:02
You can never predict what a gameplan might be, especially on Tuesday. It depends on what they see as ideal matchups and what the defense "gives them,'' which is a cliche
Tim from Tyrone
2:02
Ed why isn't Coach Tomlins press conference on TV anymore. I really enjoyed listening to you and Stan every week.
Ed Bouchette
2:02
I miss talking every week too. I believe Root or whatever it's called these days had their market cut back and decided that show wasn't profitable. To put it in simple terms.
JIm
2:03
Are the Steelers planning to wear their color rush uniforms this year?
Ed Bouchette
2:03
Yes, in their Thursday night game against the Titans.
pghpa15108
2:03
Even though the question might be asked differently but why do you answer the same question. That time could be used on different questions. Just asking
Ed Bouchette
2:04
Maybe I'm trying to make a point, or maybe the other questions just don't make sense to answer or maybe, like this one, I'm trying to waste some time.
JIm
2:04
Any substance to my theory that the Giants are a better TEAM without the diva? That seems to be the only thing preventing Steelers from greatness. Agree or disagree?
Ed Bouchette
2:04
I'm not sure if you mean the diva not playing or the diva in the diva disappearing. If you mean not playing, I would say no, the Steelers would not be better off without their diva.
JerseySteel
2:05
Hi Ed - does it seem like Jordan Berry is less consistent this year?
Ed Bouchette
2:05
Yes, it does. He's not punting as well, especially when they really need a good punt.
gary@northernVirginia
2:05
Ed...Did you, Gerry and Ray blunder in your reporting a Steelers win? Judging from the majority of comments, it seems sure that they must have lost!
Ed Bouchette
2:06
I've blundered four straight times, picking them to win when they lose and lose when they win. You probably could make some cash if you follow that trend.
JerseySteel
2:06
Hi Ed - Jesse James had a good start to the season and seems to have disappeared since. Is he injured, not in the game plan, or playing JV again?
Ed Bouchette
2:07
He's been playing. If  you throw more to Jesse, AB might attack a water cooler and Martavis Bryant might ask for a trade. And, of course, Le'Veon Bell will rightfully point out they didn't run it enough.
JerseySteel
2:07
Hi Ed - other than maybe running on 1st and goal at the 2 with Nix leading the way for Bell, what do the Steelers need to do to solve their red zone issues?
Ed Bouchette
2:08
Maybe instead of lining up in the shotgun, line up under center with a back  behind you and a couple of wide receivers and a tight end. Don't tip your hand.
Old West Fan
2:08
Why does been keep using Old West terminology to refer to himself all of a sudden? I've heard him call himself the Old Gunslinger and the Old Cowboy several times in the last few weeks?
Ed Bouchette
2:08
At least he did not refer to himself as General Custer
Guest
2:08
Does Gerry Dulac tally up all of his Post-game Grades at the end of the year and give Final Grades for the team?
Ed Bouchette
2:09
Gerry's chat is tomorrow, so that is one for him.
SB or Bust
2:09
Hi, Ed, Vince Williams able to play this week?  Who plays if he can't go?
Ed Bouchette
2:10
Tyler Matakevich but he too is hurt so probably L.J. Fort. Mike Tomlin said he is optimistic about Williams
Jennifer Aniston
2:10
Good grief, it's like a new distraction every week with this team. How can the team ever stay focused?
Ed Bouchette
2:10
I'm sure the other 52 players are not letting Martavis Bryant divert their focus this week.
OHIO412FAN
2:11
Are their any major injuries going on with the team? Is so, when will they return to action on the gridiron?
Ed Bouchette
2:11
Rookie CB Cam Sutton has been on PUP and is eligible to practice this week. Otherwise, no major injuries. You need to knock on wood now.
Colorado
2:11
Hi Ed Do you think the play of James Harrison this past week could, be a good starting point to create more team unity to show what the word team means?
Ed Bouchette
2:12
I'm not sure that Harrison's play this week has a lot to do with team other than he hasn't complained about his lack of playing time, if that's what you mean. And if that's what you mean, then yes, others can take their cue from him.
Scott in Dallas
2:12
IF the Steelers were able to find a trade partner to take Bryant would Hunter be able to fill the "run fast down the field" role?
Ed Bouchette
2:12
Not with the same competence
Jerry
2:12
I don't get it -- we don't play the national anthem before concerts, movies, plays, TV shows, church services, surgeries, or any other gatherings -- why football games ?
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