MasterStrategist

Good to know, thanks for clarifying.

He's currently on the Cardinal P/S. "IF" Hydes injury is serious, they are likely looking around the league at options on other P/S. Teams can protect 4 players each week, so it's a possibility they have their sights on someone who is "protected". Unfortunately, might need to wait until Tuesday. At that point, if Hyde isnt moved to IR then I'd consider him a potential return within a few weeks (hoping this is the case). "EDIT": my comment above is incorrect, re: 4 PS being protected each week. Thanks to @yoloinohio for clarification.

They just dressed 9 DL against the Titans, and I see us doing it again. Bryant and Brewer needed on early down rotations, and can see us occasionally sliding Groot or Boogie inside on obvious passing situations. Agree on the 3 PS call ups, that is a bit concerning. But cross that bridge when needed. They have options (ie: cut Shaq, although not ideal, you could try sneaking him onto the PS) and fingers crossed that the DTs can stay healthy for the remainder of season.

Re:Phillips, I think he had a hammy injury during his stint with the Cardinals. Not sure if same hammy. Coach said he was day to day, during his press conference Tuesday. I'd like to see him heal up completely, especially if it's the same leg that he dealt with before. Based on how he immediately collapsed running, going to guess he felt it twinging (but not pulled). Hoping Balt return, but more likely Steeler game. Actually Coach didn't say "day to day", he said we will take it one day at a time with Hyde. He used "day to day" for the other injuries, except Dane. Agree on Poyer comment, that is encouraging. But it was immediately after the game, prior to this 2nd opinion, so hopefully no news is good news right now.

Nothing new...quick recap: 1. Coach declared out (during 10:30am interview with Sal): Hyde, Dane, Phillips 2. Pre practice press conference, Coach said (paraphrasing): all others will be on the field in some capacity. He also said 2-3 players may be uncertain on status, even after today. So sounds like gametime decision for a few. 3. Poyer: Coach said his foot injury happened during Titans game, has been getting more info throughout this week. Coach made it sound like Jordan might be a gametime decision, perhaps not 100% even if he plays. 4. Milano: should be full go 5. Hyde/Jackson: Coach was asked if any concern longterm/IR with these guys, and he "didn't want to get into it". Jackson was then seen at practice (light stretching in red jersey- Matt Parrino twitter). My guess from all this: 1. Offense: should have all guys back, Davis, Morse, Knox 2. Defense: think Ed, Poyer and Settle will be gametime decisions. Hopefully all 3 can suit up 3. Hyde: mystery still, hopefully he's not a surprise IR tomorrow. Think they will make a decision (hence 2nd opinion) on IR before this game, to create the roster spot 4. Jackson: encouraging to see him at practice, albeit just light jogging. Would guess he is not going on IR, hopeful he can be back next week or for Steelers (his hometown team)

The 2nd opinion component could really be a multitude of things. Micah has had prior neck injuries. For all we know, he has his own specialist/therapist/etc that he consults with in the offseason re: his neck, and he wants that individual's opinion given the background/familiarity. m Bottom line, there will be several "markers" over the next few days: 1. today will likely reveal more if he's practicing in any capacity / or at least out with his teammates (ie: Dane yesterday). And any comments from Coach. 2. IR designation: team isn't going to wait around past this weekend, "IF" this is serious. No news is good news; likely means back within a few weeks. I think we will know more today, Micah is a team leader and think Coach will pass along more info.

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Until any of the injuries are announced as "long term"/IR, then everyone should relax. Injuries happen, if most or all of these guys all get back within the next 2-3 weeks (potentially Tre as well), then we're fine. We have depth to overcome in the short term, hoping guys can avoid any more injury issues. And for the Dolphins, their starting RT is on IR and their marquee FA signing (LT Armstead) hasn't practiced for 2 days. They could be without both starting tackles, not an easy situation to overcome.

Both teams have major flaws, but expect Steelers to "open up" the offense a bit (deep passes, etc) and Browns secondary has had major coverage assignment issues both weeks. I'd take the Steelers, +4.5

Sucks to likely be without Dane and Micah, but let's not forget we have: 1. Benford: basically a Dane clone, with more upside 2. Elam: think he eventually takes over CB2 by end of season (so early/extra PT against the best WR duo will only help when playoffs roll around) 3. Johnson: this is sorta a Dane situation from past year, where you don't like the starter getting hurt, but nice to see what he's capable of in a starter role...bc he might be Jordan's eventual replacement. Assuming Poyer plays, I think we are still in solid shape and hopefully can avoid any secondary injuries. Unless Micah injury turns into longterm, and nothing is certain right now one way or the other, then we are OK short-term. Micah, Jackson (miracle), and Tre are potentially then returning in the next 2-3 weeks. At which point, 2 difficult roster decisions: 1. Lewis: is he cut or traded? 2. Gameday roster: once Tre and Dane return, which corner sits on gameday? Just get thru these next couple weeks, hopefully unscathed and be back to normal.

Absolutely expect Jordan to play, and they are being cautious given Micah injury. Micah on the other hand, his 2nd opinion could be just for "confirmation", good or bad. We don't know. Tomorrow will tell alot about him and others with "DNP", even a limited practice for Phillips, or Micah/Poyer, would be a indicative of 50/50 for Sunday. Agree with you that DNP on a Friday tends to lead to inactive on gameday.

Anything is possible, especially positive that he had movement in extremities. Hoping for this. Cam Lewis had a concussion a few yrs ago, stretcher took him off. Never know with neck injuries, but better to be cautious.

Being taken to ECMC for xrays/cat scan, per ESPN (Bills team doctors message). Hoping for the best 🙏

Prayers for Dane. Looking at positive side, there was evident movement of his extremities. We also have one of the best training staffs in the league, hopefully precautionary as many say.

Mitch Morse back in the game...finally

Was hoping Davis could play, but few positives: 1. If we was this close/gametime decision, then good chance he's ready for next week (barring any setback) 2. These injuries tend to linger in a game. If he wasn't close enough to 100%, better to free up that roster spot for someone else 3. Need to see what we have in backups at some point, injuries happen and better to get tested against a team with injuries of their own in the secondary

Our dline will be fine. Be great if Ed could play, but the downgrade to Bryant against a run heavy team isn't that horrible. Daquan Jones and improved DE play (against run and pass rush), is what we will need to rely on (no matter if Ed dressed or not)

Agree, this will make for an interesting roster decision on who doesn't dress: 1. 1 less LB (likely Spector) 2. Kumerow sits 3. or Cook sits This might not be the week to dress only 5 LBs. My preference would be to sit Kumerow, but he is a key ST player. This all assumes Davis is in "iffy", but dresses status. If he's anywhere close to 100%, think we roll with same guys (less Ed/Settle out, Bryant/Brewer up, Hart sits and Doyle dresses).

10-10 halftime score and dressing 4 DTs, they needed him to get thru the game (until they got a comfortable lead). Now at less than 100%, and ability to promote Bryant and another PS DT this week, they clearly want to give Ed and Settle time to heal. Early in the year, need these guys healthy for the long haul.

Agree, that's a crazy prediction to make. Although, Titans front 4 does run some nice stunts, and generate solid pressure. The Simmons/Dupree combo poses some challenges We need to stay out of 3rd and long, which we excelled at against Rams. Dupree is also prone to get off a little early, I think we can get a hard count Offside or two. I also have a lot of faith in Kromer/Dorsey neutralizing Simmons, much like Donald.

Toney, Pittman, and Higgins. I'd stay away from Pickens, at least this week.

Dline played beyond expectations. This was the missing piece last yr, also fixed physicality up front. Von and, I think 1 DT, both dropped in coverage on the Milano A-gap blitz (so 3 man rush), which is why they might have not called that a blitz. Either way. Creating not only pressure, but sacks, with just the front four is a recipe for a top-level defense. Washington comes to mind a couple yrs ago, but they didn't have anywhere near the back 7 talent that we have.

More concerned about your post quality. I think better question is how they will handle gameday roster, and if Cam Lewis sticks around, once Tre returns.

He substituted our back 7, no need to risk injury to any of our starters in that situation. Smart coaching

Good for Mitch, sorta.... 1. He has a "local" grad in Pickett, waiting in the wings. It will be early in the 3rd quarter of week 1, when Steeler fans are calling for the rookie to take over. 2. Steelers oline is bad, likely bottom 5 of NFL. Good thing Mitch has his mobility Not liking his chances of a rebound season, specifically #2, but also the pressure of holding onto his starting job each week. I think we will see Kenny take over by week 8.