From Behind the Steel Curtain
One of the reasons Hartwig and his $2 million price tag are/were deemed expendable was the maturation and versatility of second-year lineman Kraig Urbik. It was said he improved a bit over his rookie season, and had the ability to play both guard positions, and even spent some time at center.
But it seems as if Urbik may be on the Turk’s agenda of players to visit this afternoon as well.
If true, it shows how much faith the team has in other young linemen, like Tony Hills, Doug Legursky and Ramon Foster. Or, at the very least, it shows the premium the Steeles (and other teams) place on versatility.
Again, if this is what happens, the Steelers are likely going with nine lineman – (T) Max Starks, Flozell Adams, Jonathan Scott, Hills, (G) Chris Kemoeatu, Trai Essex, Ramon Foster, © Pouncey and Legursky.
Legursky’s versatility is what would lead the team to release Urbik, the 2009 third-round draft pick out of Wisconsin. While Urbik played center on the second team for minicamp and part of training camp, Legursky’s quickness has kept coaches’ eyes on his ability as a lead blocking fullback.