Big Ben and Santonio...

[PaxtonShelby]

Wow - what a disappointing day for Steeler fans. First thing this morning, I hear the news that Santonio Holmes was traded to the Jets for a 5th round pick. I sat back in my chair and said "wow..." I guess the Rooneys have decided to take it upon themselves to clean up their team's act. No more tolerance for #10's weed smoking and general indescretion. Part of me says this is a good move from an image standpoint for the Rooneys and the team. And another part of me wonders how we'll replace Santonio's production and the great on-field relationship he had with Ben. It didn't take long for me to realize this is probably a good move - the Rooneys have only made one serious personnel "error" in my eyes for as long as I can remember - and that was when they let Rod Woodson go. Other than that, I have found that the Rooneys are usually spot on when sending former players on their way. I have to give them the benefit of the doubt here.

Next - I wasn't upset to hear that no charges would be filed against Ben. What DID irritate me was how horrible his statement was this evening around 7pm. No emotion. No visible remorse. Just an overweight jackass reading cue cards. I've been a fan of Ben since the beginning, and have chosen to ignore the various "rumors" that I heard about him - rumors that paint him in a less-than-flattering light. His on-the-field performances have been the foundation for my opinion of him. Now, I'm finally fed up with the stupidity. The bike crash - pretty stupid. The incident in Vegas - even more stupid. This latest mess in Georgia - c'mon Ben - pull your head out of your butt!! 28 years old and LOADED beyond belief and still not an ounce of common sense in his head. And - for crying out loud - get your big butt into the gym!! He has to be pushing 300 pounds right now.

Today the Rooneys made it very clear to everyone that they are furious and completely fed up with their players - the faces of their franchise - behaving like morons - and that all of this crap will stop here and now. Look for the entire organization to be toeing the line starting now, because everyone will be held accountable.

I can't wait to hear what Goodell has to say to Ben tomorrow. It definitely won't be a proud moment for the $100 million man...

[cwh19]

Ben better get a suspension. Hes an idiot.

[Steve-0]

Ben better get a suspension. Hes an idiot.

I'm not disagreeing that he's an idiot and made some very poor decisions, but what is he gonna get suspended for?

[scorpio333]

I'm not disagreeing that he's an idiot and made some very poor decisions, but what is he gonna get suspended for?

You can't punch a chick in the cooter just because she pee'd on you.

[PaxtonShelby]

I'm not disagreeing that he's an idiot and made some very poor decisions, but what is he gonna get suspended for?

Goodell could suspend Ben for farting in church if he wants to. Ben has brought negative attention to the league - for a second time, and Roger isn't going to stand for that. Batch will be starting at least a few games for us at the beginning of the season.

[CobraII]

Holmes testing positive and his 4 game suspension showed he hasn't been able to change his ways. I think one of the PG articles said he made Twitter posts like "Wake and bake" that helped end his stay. It's a shame, he and Ben did have good chemistry on the field. But I'm sorry, if you know what the rules are, and you chose to violate them, you've brought it on yourself. Same for Ben. I appreciate what he does as a QB, and what he does for police departments throughout the country, but this is 2 incidents now. You don't hear about the Mannings, Brady, etc.

[CollinsPC]

I'm not disagreeing that he's an idiot and made some very poor decisions, but what is he gonna get suspended for?

Lets start with violating league conduct policies, supplying alcohol to an under aged individual, and even though there is not enough evidence at this time ( he isn't talking and she can't remember) it is not legal to have relations with a woman to intoxicated to make a rational decision.

[PaxtonShelby]

You can't punch a chick in the cooter just because she pee'd on you.

SOMEBODY has to put that in their signature...

[scott5]

atleast reed beats paper towel holders and not women like the other players

[Sonic03snake]

I say we ship them both to Irac and dump them in the desert with bow and arrows to defend themselves with. Let them earn those millions.

[Hawkeye]

You can't punch a chick in the cooter just because she pee'd on you.

HAhahahhaha ...wow that just made my day!!!!

[Steve-0]

Lets start with violating league conduct policies, supplying alcohol to an under aged individual, and even though there is not enough evidence at this time ( he isn't talking and she can't remember) it is not legal to have relations with a woman to intoxicated to make a rational decision.

Ah. I didn't know he supplied alcohol to an underage etc. All I heard about was the rape charges. He's more of a dumbass than I thought. Guess we will see what happens.

[Twin01cobra]

I hope they trade Ben to St Loius for their first rnd pick for this year and next year, rumors are already floating around about it.

[u1arunit]

I say we ship them both to Irac and dump them in the desert with bow and arrows to defend themselves with. Let them earn those millions.

Amen Brother! Giving that kind of money to an immature 28 year old idiot gets you just what you see here.

[PaxtonShelby]

I hope they trade Ben to St Loius for their first rnd pick for this year and next year, rumors are already floating around about it.

Hmmm...what a statement it would make if we traded Ben to St. Louis and picked Sam Bradford at #1. Then follow that up with Tebow in a later round. Those 2 kids really seem to have their heads on straight...

Steelers used to make a lot of their pics based on the character of the players...maybe it is time to stop focusing entirely on the players' pure athletic ability and putting more emphasis on the 5 inches between their ears. Guys like Andy Russell and Rocky Bleier weren't as physically gifted as other players of their day, but their intelligence and heart kept them in the starting lineup of the greatest team in NFL history for years...