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BREAKING: Steelers Ink Melvin Ingram To Deal

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed outside linebacker, Melvin Ingram to a one-year deal, per Ian Rapoport:

Source: The #Steelers are signing FA pass-rusher Melvin Ingram to a 1-year contract to beef up the edge. The former #Chargers star lands in PIT before camp begins.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July 19, 2021







This is a big boost in depth to position for the team. We will update yinz on contract details as they are released!

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— Cam Heyward (@CamHeyward) July 19, 2021


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Added another former first rounder.... SB bound!!!!!
 

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We know Ingram was limited last year, but he picked up 43 sacks between 2015 and 2019. We can hope he bounces back from his injury last year and produce in whatever role the Steelers have planned for him.
 

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Good pickup. I hope he’s used properly. If he plays 10 snaps a game and can make his presence felt and is disruptive and help the defense…that’s all I expect from him
 

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IF, and I really mean IF Ingram is healthy (obviously he passed the medicals) my question is 'how do you NOT START Ingram over Highsmith?'

Call me crazy but I don't even think they're in the same classroom...
 

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IF, and I really mean IF Ingram is healthy (obviously he passed the medicals) my question is 'how do you NOT START Ingram over Highsmith?'

Call me crazy but I don't even think they're in the same classroom...
Let 'em battle it out at camp. I'm sure Highsmith knows Ingram is coming in with every intention of making it a battle. As noted, "iron sharpens iron."
 

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IF, and I really mean IF Ingram is healthy (obviously he passed the medicals) my question is 'how do you NOT START Ingram over Highsmith?'

Call me crazy but I don't even think they're in the same classroom...

Hopefully this shows the comparison feature...
 

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Hopefully this shows the comparison feature...
It does. But what it doesn't take into account is that both players are a year older. For the older Ingram, coming off an injury plagued year, that might not be a good thing. For the younger Highsmith, coming off a year in the system, a year to adjust to the NFL, and an off season to prepare as a starter, that might not be a bad thing. Also, you factor in the question: "If you think Highsmith is your future Robin to TJ's Batman, do you slow his development by starting Ingram?".
If they come out of camp and it's a battle, I start the kid. If Ingram shows to be the far superior player, well, it's SB or bust this year anyway.
 

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It does. But what it doesn't take into account is that both players are a year older. For the older Ingram, coming off an injury plagued year, that might not be a good thing. For the younger Highsmith, coming off a year in the system, a year to adjust to the NFL, and an off season to prepare as a starter, that might not be a bad thing. Also, you factor in the question: "If you think Highsmith is your future Robin to TJ's Batman, do you slow his development by starting Ingram?".
If they come out of camp and it's a battle, I start the kid. If Ingram shows to be the far superior player, well, it's SB or bust this year anyway.
I thought about that too...

I'm factoring in the second year slump....
 

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I thought about that too...

I'm factoring in the second year slump....
Eh, don't mind me .. I've got a pitcher of Bulleit and lemonade I'm working on. Or, it's working on me. I guess I'll figure it out when it's gone. lmao
 

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Hell yes. One year 'prove it' deal for someone very talented and has that potential "James Farrior" vibe. I understand they're different ages and in different circumstances, but if this guy is healthy and hungry - yes please.
 

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Hell yes. One year 'prove it' deal for someone very talented and has that potential "James Farrior" vibe. I understand they're different ages and in different circumstances, but if this guy is healthy and hungry - yes please.
Very good rotational signing. You want capable to keep bodies fresh. Now they have that.
 

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IF, and I really mean IF Ingram is healthy (obviously he passed the medicals) my question is 'how do you NOT START Ingram over Highsmith?'

Call me crazy but I don't even think they're in the same classroom...
I would like to think it is an open competition for the starting spot.
 

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