Posts By Chris Carter
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6.1KSteelersCarter’s Classroom: Wilcox is the adequate backup
The Steelers' trade to get J.J. Wilcox does not add a great playmaker, a supreme cover safety or a turnover machine, but it does provide some depth.
at Highmark StadiumPOSTED: 12:54 AM September 5, 2017 -
5.4KSteelersCarter’s Classroom: Haden’s grip will prove key
The Steelers’ signing of Joe Haden changes the entire outlook of the team’s secondary. The cornerback position has been the bane of the defense for years while management addressed other positions...
at Highmark StadiumPOSTED: 5:44 AM August 31, 2017 -
6.0KSteelersCarter’s Classroom: McDonald a definite deep threat, but passive blocker
The Steelers’ addition of tight end Vance McDonald from the 49ers adds an element to the offense that was thought to be lost when the team had to cut Ladarius Green. McDonald presents...
at Highmark StadiumPOSTED: 1:46 AM August 30, 2017 -
9.1KSteelersCarter’s Classroom: Sutton’s debut shakes up cornerback battle
While most fans apparently were paying attention to T.J. Watt, JuJu Smith-Schuster and James Conner, the Steelers had been missing their third-round pick.
at Heinz FieldPOSTED: 4:33 AM August 27, 2017 -
3.4KSteelersCarter’s Classroom: Secondary concepts to watch vs. Colts
When you hear anyone complain about the Steelers' secondary, there are a multitude of takes on why the secondary has been victimized by various opponents.
at Highmark StadiumPOSTED: 4:36 PM August 25, 2017 -
4.7KSteelersCarter’s Classroom: Excessively eager Conner eventually finds footing
James Conner came into his first NFL preseason game knowing that he would get a lot of carries to show what he has, but maybe he was a little too excited.
at Heinz FieldPOSTED: 9:41 PM August 20, 2017 -
4.3KSteelersCarter’s Classroom: Wide receiver Hunter is Sunday’s player to watch
While Mark Kaboly has indicated that James Conner could be the main attraction when the Steelers play their second preseason game against the Falcons this Sunday, we take a look here at where a...
at Highmark StadiumPOSTED: 12:00 AM August 19, 2017 -
5.4KSteelersInside the Lines: Receiver competition intensifies
The return of Martavis Bryant turned lots of heads when the Steelers returned to Saint Vincent College for training camp Sunday.
in Latrobe, Pa.POSTED: 6:40 PM August 13, 2017 -
3.2KSteelersCarter at camp: Toussaint is Friday’s player to watch
One positional battle for the Steelers that might be flying under the radar during training camp is the struggle for the final running back slot on the depth chart. While Le’Veon...
in Latrobe, Pa.POSTED: 5:07 AM August 10, 2017 -
4.8KSteelersCarter at camp: Cockrell, Sensabaugh show starting potential
While the Steelers rested Artie Burns during the past few practices, the defense got to see what life would be like with Ross Cockrell and Coty Sensabaugh as the starting pair of cornerbacks.
at Heinz FieldPOSTED: 4:06 AM August 7, 2017 -
5.1KSteelersCarter at camp: Watt learning limitations
Before and after the Steelers made T.J. Watt their first-round selection, we knew via film just what kind of player he was for Wisconsin and the intensity he sought to bring...
in Latrobe, PAPOSTED: 3:14 AM August 5, 2017 -
3.4KSteelersCarter at camp: Ironing out an intricate passing game
A major aspect of Thursday's training camp practice was the intense early focus of the offense on its underneath passing game.
in Latrobe, Pa.POSTED: 5:39 AM August 4, 2017 -
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Carter’s Classroom: D-line could provide key boost in pressure
During the Steelers' most successful defensive seasons the team has benefited from league-leading pressure on the quarterback.
at Highmark StadiumPOSTED: 4:18 AM July 26, 2017 -
2.7KSteelersCarter’s Classroom: Can Artie Burns continue to learn on the job?
The myth that the Steelers' defense is one rookies cannot thrive in was debunked when their first three draft picks received extensive playing in 2016.
at Highmark StadiumPOSTED: 12:47 PM July 25, 2017 -
3.4KSteelersCarter’s Classroom: Offensive line could let Conner hit the ground running
The Steelers' selection of James Conner in the third round was not just a feel-good pick, it was a pick that fits the bill of what they're doing on offense.
at Highmark StadiumPOSTED: 1:13 AM July 24, 2017 -
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Carter’s Classroom: Don’t sleep on Grimble
Xavier Grimble sits behind Jesse James on the Steelers depth chart at tight end, but that doesn’t mean he’s not a threat to opposing defenses. Whether at the point of attack or in...
at Highmark StadiumPOSTED: 4:07 AM July 23, 2017 -
3.9KSteelersCarter’s Classroom: The Matakevich Project hits Year 2
My biggest question mark on the Steelers' offseason decisions stems from their decision to not address their depth at inside linebacker.
at Highmark StadiumPOSTED: 12:00 AM July 22, 2017 -
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Carter’s Classroom: Dupree is due to destroy in 2017
While the talk from the 2016 season wasn’t about the defense, the end of the season saw a lot of upside on that side of the ball. While the Steelers...
at Highmark StadiumPOSTED: 11:37 PM July 20, 2017