Turry 755 Posted October 2, 2013 The Cardinals have agreed to terms on a trade that will send LT Levi Brown to the Steelers. An overrated talent that was consistently short on performance, Brown finally exits the desert seven years after the Cardinals took him fifth overall. He started 79 games, failing to ever become an even moderately effective player. So far this season, Brown has graded out 60th among 72 of PFF's qualifying tackles. That said, he's an upgrade on current Pittsburgh LT Mike Adams -- especially in the run game. The 0-4 Steelers apparently have no intention of heading into all-out rebuilding mode as Brown is signed through 2016 and owed $6 million in 2014 base salary. Related: Cardinals, Mike Adams Source: Profootballtalk on NBCSports.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zack_of_Steel+ 3,014 Posted October 2, 2013 Jesus christ. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seanbrock 1,684 Posted October 2, 2013 Eugene Monroe was out there for the taking... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vin+ 3,121 Posted October 2, 2013 At least the Jags aren't the only ones making questionable decisions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seanbrock 1,684 Posted October 2, 2013 At least the Jags aren't the only ones making questionable decisions. Jags got something for a guy who was probably walking. They drafted a OT 2nd overall. The Jags have a lot of holes to fill and LT is a position where they have some depth. Gus Bradley needs to get himself a QB and he needs to add the pieces to build his defense.What better way to do that than to stock up on draft picks in a deep draft class? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bucman 891 Posted October 3, 2013 Cardinals actually found a trade partner for him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KempBolt 498 Posted October 3, 2013 It's like the Steelers are allergic to tackles who can actually pass protect. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CribbsForTheWin 117 Posted October 3, 2013 So who got the better underwhelming high draft pick, Baltimore or Pittsburgh... honest question, I dont know much about either, but I feel like I'm gonna give the slight edge to Ravens, but just barely. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Omerta+ 1,206 Posted October 3, 2013 So who got the better underwhelming high draft pick, Baltimore or Pittsburgh... honest question, I dont know much about either, but I feel like I'm gonna give the slight edge to Ravens, but just barely. It actually is not close Monroe is FAAAAAAAAR better than Levi Brown. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Turry 755 Posted October 3, 2013 So who got the better underwhelming high draft pick, Baltimore or Pittsburgh... honest question, I dont know much about either, but I feel like I'm gonna give the slight edge to Ravens, but just barely. Ya Munroe is actually quite good . Levi Brown is pretty bad. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CribbsForTheWin 117 Posted October 3, 2013 Oh... well, again, i don't know much about either. HAHA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NaTaS+ 958 Posted October 3, 2013 Next up: Steeler sign a wet paper towel to compete for the starting LT job. Big Ben is not surprised. All that dude needs is an oline and he's a top 5 QB. Shit he's top 10 without a good oline and no running game to help. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oochymp 2,393 Posted October 3, 2013 http://www.sportspickle.com/2013/10/steelers-new-offensive-lineman-just-ben-roethlisberger-stiff-arm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BLUE 1,026 Posted October 15, 2013 Per Rotoworld.com: Steelers placed LT Levi Brown (triceps) on injured reserve, ending his season. The Steelers traded a conditional late-round pick to the Cardinals for Brown, making an effort to stabilize their tackle position. Brown never even played a down with Pittsburgh. He hurt his triceps while warming up ahead of the Week 6 win over the Jets -- sustaining the same injury to the same arm that cost him his 2012 season. The Steelers are praying Mike Adams can suddenly start performing better on Ben Roethlisberger's blind side. Oct 15 - 10:49 AM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SteelersNation36 128 Posted October 20, 2013 He hurt himself warming up? The fuck? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vin+ 3,121 Posted January 6, 2014 The Steelers have "no intention of keeping" OT Levi Brown. Brown never appeared in a game after the Steelers acquired him from the Cardinals in October, tearing his triceps in pre-game warmups ahead of Week 6. Cutting Brown will save the Steelers $6.25 million in salary cap space. Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Turry 755 Posted February 13, 2014 The Steelers can save $6.25 million against the 2014 salary cap by releasing OT Levi Brown. The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reported last month that the Steelers had "no intention of keeping" Brown, so cutting him is a no-brainer. The Steelers are currently projected to be about $12 million over the salary cap. Other veterans who could be in trouble include S Troy Polamalu ($8.25 million savings) and CB Ike Taylor ($7 million). Pittsburgh can lower Ben Roethlisberger's $18.895 million cap hit by extending his contract. He's currently signed through 2015. Related: Troy Polamalu, Ike Taylor, Ben Roethlisberger Source: Profootballtalk on NBC Sports Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
