Why did we release Quincy ?

[lamberts-lost-tooth]

Originally Posted by The_Professor

I think the Steelers probably wanted to keep Quincy but found it more important to keep 4 rb's and 3 centers which personally I found very interesting and Euhis at TE because of Tuman's hamstring problem. I really liked Quincy too, I found him reliable, however depth at those other two positions was more important to the Steelers than keeping a 4th WR and solid returner. I also read that Chucky hurt his knee in the final preseason game so maybe thats why they kept Phillip or maybe they feel he has a good upside. I don't like the Morgan cut because I feel his return skills outweigh Morey's tackling skills on special teams (all the while being a significantly better receiver) but understand it completely in this context.

Excellent point and my feelings exactly

[redst3]

Originally Posted by The_Professor

I feel his return skills outweigh Morey's tackling skills on special teams (all the while being a significantly better receiver) but understand it completely in this context.

Bingo.....at least the part about Morey. Thats the reason Quinc got cut. there was just too much competition there and they wanted the special teams help.....Otherwise I think the Staley decision is insane. I would have have even kept Frazier at linebacker or Quincy or even Omar...

Hope Duce will prove us all wrong....

[LambertLunatic]

I don't like the Morgan cut because I feel his return skills outweigh Morey's tackling skills on special teams

Morgan is definately a good returner, but the coaches might have thought that Holmes and/or Reid can be even better returners. We can't hardly use a roster spot for a backup returner.

[clevestinks]

I liked Q, but he did not have the best hands. I still see him against the pats last year, right before halftime, Ben hits him in full stride, right between the 1`s on his jersey, and he drops the ball. This catch was the difference we would have alot better chance of winning that game

[BlackNGold203]

Alot of weight was placed on his 74 yd return against the Jags...but I dont recall another significant kick return by Q....

[clevestinks]

Originally Posted by BlackNGold203

Alot of weight was placed on his 74 yd return against the Jags...but I dont recall another significant kick return by Q....

I agree BUT, I did like his straight forward returning, not much east and west just straight up field and hope the hole developed

[BlackNGold203]

Originally Posted by clevestinks

I agree BUT, I did like his straight forward returning, not much east and west just straight up field and hope the hole developed

I'm willing to let Holmes and Reid develop that style..at twice the speed...

[j-dawg]

just think! the next time Q-bert plays the steelers... if he scores a touchdown... you have the opportunity to watch him act like a fool as he dances around pointing his finger at the symbol on his helmet!

[Chronicgaming]

Originally Posted by BlackNGold203

I'm willing to let Holmes and Reid develop that style..at twice the speed...

Agreed, I'd love to see some great plays on returns this year.

[83-Steelers-43]

Originally Posted by Chronicgaming

Agreed, I'd love to see some great plays on returns this year.

And I believe you will from Mr. Reid. Even though he was referring to Willie Parker at the time.........in the words of Max Starks...."That boy is extra fast!".

His acceleration is just as impressing as his speed.