You probably saw the title of this week’s blog and have the same face as this guy…..lol I know I did! Man I’m still processing the ongoing trades that happened during the week of March 13th. We all knew Antonio Brown, and Le’veon Bell from Pittsburgh would both be leaving and moving on to other teams but what we didn’t know was the curve ball, ankle break trade that was coming. So if you are ready….Let’s jump in..
The Pittsburgh Steelers have been a staple team in the NFL for as long as I have been watching football(forever). I have been a football fan watching more games since I was 12, analyzing games for the last few years though, I really enjoy the business aspects of sports but that’s another blog to come. We all know the Steelers Big 3; Big Ben, AB, and Bell. Every team has their go to guys but as with any team players and coaching staff tend to grow apart and decisions about futures must be made. It is no secret that both Antonio and Le’veon had their own issues with their current team and pay etc. It is also no secret that they have been vocal about it which in some cases can be good but in most cases with high profiles players it’s sometimes not so good. We never get the full story on things because we are not in the locker room, in practice, or even in the trenches. Teammates spend most of the season with their team, and as fans we only see the end result or what is reported to us without getting the full story. There are always three sides to every story: Side A, Side B, and the ultimate truth, which I always say God always knows before we even say anything. It was announced that Antonio would be traded to the Oakland Raiders( most people thought the Buffalo Bills )-can’t believe everything you read! Le’veon after much speculation and guessing from everyone finally announced he signed with New York Jets. Change is good! ( I am learning that all to well in my own life, to just embrace the changes life throws at you). It can only go up from here right?
I wish nothing but success and happiness to both Brown and Bell. At the end of the day, they are doing what is best for them! I am ready to see what the future holds for the Steelers as they rebuild, Raiders as they adapt, and Jets as they refuel. What are your thoughts? I would love to know….Are you happy, frustrated, don’t care, or waiting to see what happens like everyone else?
Moving On…..Heading to New York! Hang on and Buckle Up!
Landon Collins, Landon Collins, Landon Collins…..Said his name so you if you don’t know who he is, well you are about to find out. He just signed a 6 year $84 million dollar deal to join the Washington Redskins in the Safety Position. We all know the best safety the redskins ever had whose life was cut short was Sean Taylor. Sean made such a impact in the short time he was here. Those will be big shoes to fill but Landon will do what needs to be done. The question came up regarding the number he would wear. #21 is sacred for Redskins fans(die hard fans at that). Clinton Portis said in a interview recently that he wouldn’t mind for someone to wear his number #26, he is finally okay with that. Sean’s number is sacred and should be retired by Washington so no one can ever wear that number again. Landon was gifted a game worn signed Sean Taylor jersey by Dan Snyder and that in itself would just give me chills. I hope Landon chooses to pick his own number and still pay homage to Taylor in any way he knows how. We honestly don’t know Washington’s motives, we know the Skins need some help. We have Peterson but if we want to potentially make a run in our division (NFC East) then we have go get some players that can help us do that. I think Landon will be a good fit for DC. I just will be waiting to see what happens…. Let me know your thoughts, would you drop the Skins if they let Landon wear #21?….
Then came the jaw dropping trade of 2019 so far…..Giants Fans I am sorry…..like I really am because nobody could see this coming.
I remember just scrolling my phone on twitter right before it was announced, refreshed and well there it was…..
Odell Beckham Jr, has been traded to the Cleveland Browns to rejoin one of his former teammates. Jabril Peppers was also included in this trade as well. I had to read the headline at least 5 times to myself to comprehend what happened.
My first thought was Why? Odell had signed a long-term contract prior to this news which made it seem by his team that he wasn’t going anywhere. Why trade someone that you give the intention on keeping long term. I will never understand that logic. If someone can explain that to me, I am all ears…As I am still processing this news, my first thought is what is the real reason? It is going to come out sooner or later…. I rather know the truth then be strung along like people want me around when they don’t. That’s how I felt with this news. It’s like a smack in the face… and you can’t just be okay with it all of a sudden. Although Odell is still young, he is very smart and intellectual. He has built trust with his teammates, coaches, business executives. I think this is going to take some time for him to really process everything. He is going to have to rebuild his trust with his new team and they are going to trust him as well. With any change or big decision , there will be hesitation always. Guards and Walls will be up until they slowly are broken down. That will take time….I think once Odell has had some time to gather this thoughts, feelings, he will be okay. I don’t expect this to go away but he now has a chip on his shoulder. He will have a phenomenal season, he is talented and knows how to play the game! Hopefully this move to Cleveland will be good for him. Everything happens for a reason, he was supposed to be traded. We may not see the big picture now but it always comes together. Odell will be just fine!
This news sent shock-waves everywhere though….but come august the earthquake is coming….With moves everywhere, the upcoming NFL Season just became one to watch. It is entertainment but more importantly it is a business. These were executive business decisions that were made. Some we clearly understand and some will take time. It will all come together and with positive, flourishing results! 🙂
I just wanted to take some time to share my thoughts….
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