Steelers’ Brown not happy as decoy
By Dale Lolley
September 21, 2016
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Steelers receiver Antonio Brown can’t come down with a pass from Ben Roethlisberger as Bengals strong safety Shawn Williams defends in the first half Sunday at Heinz Field. Brown caught four passes and was upset with his role in the offense, despite the victory.
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PITTSBURGH – The resident Canada goose season in Pennsylvania opened Sept. 1, meaning more than one decoy was put out across the state.
Steelers receiver Antonio Brown was unhappy about the one that was on display last Sunday at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh’s 24-16 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals.
Brown, the NFL’s leading receiver over the past three seasons with 375 receptions, felt he was used as more of a decoy at times in the win over the Bengals, when he had just four receptions for 39 yards, his lowest totals in a game started by quarterback Ben Roethlisberger since Brown had just two receptions for 22 yards in a Dec. 30, 2012, game against Cleveland.
His displeasure bubbled over early in the third quarter when he raised his hands and stomped off the field in disgust after Roethlisberger threw incomplete on a deep pass down the sideline to Sammie Coates.
It was a moment similar to one he had last season when Landry Jones was filling in for Roethlisberger.
Guard Ramon Foster quickly diffused the situation, talking to Brown as they walked off the field. And Roethlisberger and Brown spoke between series regarding the outburst on the sideline. Neither feels it will be an issue for the Steelers (2-0) this week when they travel to Philadelphia (2-0) Sunday.
“I’m pretty sure they kissed and made up,” said Foster jokingly.
Roethlisberger said he didn’t take offense.
“I’ve been in the league long enough to know every single receiver is open on every single play,” Roethlisberger said. “That’s just what you’re used to. But, he’s the best in the world, and we won the game. That’s most important. I think that’s most important to him, too.”
Brown understands that. He knows the Bengals were devoted to keeping him from impacting the game in the same way the Steelers were with Cincinnati’s star receiver A.J. Green, who was limited to two catches for 38 yards.
But it doesn’t quell the competitiveness in Brown. He still wants the ball.
“As a football player, as a wide receiver, you’ve got to always want (the ball),” Brown said. “If you don’t want it, you shouldn’t be out there. I do a good job of letting my teammates know that I want it. I’m still out there causing havoc, drawing double teams and causing other guys to get open. It’s all about playing team football and winning a championship.”
Brown’s issues against the Bengals weren’t all about how they were defending him. The heavy rains that fell throughout the game caused Roethlisberger to misfire on several precision passes to his star wideout. And Brown also had an uncharacteristic drop on a third-down play in the first half.
“I didn’t have my best game. I put the ball on the ground, trying to run before I caught it,” he admitted. “Fundamentally, I’ve got to play a lot better.
“There are some opportunities out there that I have to take advantage of, but we’re winning, so that will come.”
Roethlisberger’s message to Brown during the game was simple and direct. The quarterback obviously wasn’t happy he wasn’t having his best game either.
Roethlisberger finished with 19 completions in 37 attempts for 259 yards, three touchdowns and two interceptions.
“He just told me to shut up,” Brown said. “I kept telling him how open I am and how I need to get the ball. He was like, ‘AB, shut up.’ I get involved in the game emotionally. (Center Maurkice) Pouncey will tell me, ‘AB, it’s all right.’ He knows how I get in games.”
So does Roethlisberger, which is why he didn’t view Brown’s actions as the receiver trying to show him up or embarrass him.
“He’ll get his catches, he’ll get his yards, he’ll help us win football games and he’s helping us even when he’s catching three or four balls, because he’s taking a lot of attention away from other guys,” Roethlisberger said. “The tight ends were open in the middle because he’s attracting two and three sets of eyes, so he’s helping us win even when he’s not catching balls.”
That’s been head coach Mike Tomlin’s message to his star receiver, too.
Brown surpassed John Stallworth’s 537 receptions with his four catches against the Bengals to move into third place on the team’s all-time list. Up next are Heath Miller (592) and Hines Ward (1,000).
They all have something on their résumés, however, Brown does not – a Super Bowl championship.
“I’m there to promote, as a team, us winning,” Brown said. “The guys like John Stallworth and those other guys on that list, they have a Super Bowl and did something special for the city. Coach Tomlin is always letting me know that’s what we’re hunting in the midst of all those numbers and things.”
Odds and end zones
Receiver Markus Wheaton, who missed the first two games with a shoulder injury, was a full participant in practice Wednesday. … Fullback Roosevelt Nix (back) was a partial participant. … Center Cody Wallace (knee) and corner Senquez Golson (foot) were out. … Steelers running back DeAngelo Williams, 33, who leads the NFL with 237 rushing yards, is the oldest player in NFL history to have 200 rushing yards in his team’s first two games.
Nothing to see here AB wouldn't be who he is if he didn't think he was open every play..thought Ben handled it well also..
By Dale Lolley
September 21, 2016
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Associated Press
Steelers receiver Antonio Brown can’t come down with a pass from Ben Roethlisberger as Bengals strong safety Shawn Williams defends in the first half Sunday at Heinz Field. Brown caught four passes and was upset with his role in the offense, despite the victory.
Image description
PITTSBURGH – The resident Canada goose season in Pennsylvania opened Sept. 1, meaning more than one decoy was put out across the state.
Steelers receiver Antonio Brown was unhappy about the one that was on display last Sunday at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh’s 24-16 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals.
Brown, the NFL’s leading receiver over the past three seasons with 375 receptions, felt he was used as more of a decoy at times in the win over the Bengals, when he had just four receptions for 39 yards, his lowest totals in a game started by quarterback Ben Roethlisberger since Brown had just two receptions for 22 yards in a Dec. 30, 2012, game against Cleveland.
His displeasure bubbled over early in the third quarter when he raised his hands and stomped off the field in disgust after Roethlisberger threw incomplete on a deep pass down the sideline to Sammie Coates.
It was a moment similar to one he had last season when Landry Jones was filling in for Roethlisberger.
Guard Ramon Foster quickly diffused the situation, talking to Brown as they walked off the field. And Roethlisberger and Brown spoke between series regarding the outburst on the sideline. Neither feels it will be an issue for the Steelers (2-0) this week when they travel to Philadelphia (2-0) Sunday.
“I’m pretty sure they kissed and made up,” said Foster jokingly.
Roethlisberger said he didn’t take offense.
“I’ve been in the league long enough to know every single receiver is open on every single play,” Roethlisberger said. “That’s just what you’re used to. But, he’s the best in the world, and we won the game. That’s most important. I think that’s most important to him, too.”
Brown understands that. He knows the Bengals were devoted to keeping him from impacting the game in the same way the Steelers were with Cincinnati’s star receiver A.J. Green, who was limited to two catches for 38 yards.
But it doesn’t quell the competitiveness in Brown. He still wants the ball.
“As a football player, as a wide receiver, you’ve got to always want (the ball),” Brown said. “If you don’t want it, you shouldn’t be out there. I do a good job of letting my teammates know that I want it. I’m still out there causing havoc, drawing double teams and causing other guys to get open. It’s all about playing team football and winning a championship.”
Brown’s issues against the Bengals weren’t all about how they were defending him. The heavy rains that fell throughout the game caused Roethlisberger to misfire on several precision passes to his star wideout. And Brown also had an uncharacteristic drop on a third-down play in the first half.
“I didn’t have my best game. I put the ball on the ground, trying to run before I caught it,” he admitted. “Fundamentally, I’ve got to play a lot better.
“There are some opportunities out there that I have to take advantage of, but we’re winning, so that will come.”
Roethlisberger’s message to Brown during the game was simple and direct. The quarterback obviously wasn’t happy he wasn’t having his best game either.
Roethlisberger finished with 19 completions in 37 attempts for 259 yards, three touchdowns and two interceptions.
“He just told me to shut up,” Brown said. “I kept telling him how open I am and how I need to get the ball. He was like, ‘AB, shut up.’ I get involved in the game emotionally. (Center Maurkice) Pouncey will tell me, ‘AB, it’s all right.’ He knows how I get in games.”
So does Roethlisberger, which is why he didn’t view Brown’s actions as the receiver trying to show him up or embarrass him.
“He’ll get his catches, he’ll get his yards, he’ll help us win football games and he’s helping us even when he’s catching three or four balls, because he’s taking a lot of attention away from other guys,” Roethlisberger said. “The tight ends were open in the middle because he’s attracting two and three sets of eyes, so he’s helping us win even when he’s not catching balls.”
That’s been head coach Mike Tomlin’s message to his star receiver, too.
Brown surpassed John Stallworth’s 537 receptions with his four catches against the Bengals to move into third place on the team’s all-time list. Up next are Heath Miller (592) and Hines Ward (1,000).
They all have something on their résumés, however, Brown does not – a Super Bowl championship.
“I’m there to promote, as a team, us winning,” Brown said. “The guys like John Stallworth and those other guys on that list, they have a Super Bowl and did something special for the city. Coach Tomlin is always letting me know that’s what we’re hunting in the midst of all those numbers and things.”
Odds and end zones
Receiver Markus Wheaton, who missed the first two games with a shoulder injury, was a full participant in practice Wednesday. … Fullback Roosevelt Nix (back) was a partial participant. … Center Cody Wallace (knee) and corner Senquez Golson (foot) were out. … Steelers running back DeAngelo Williams, 33, who leads the NFL with 237 rushing yards, is the oldest player in NFL history to have 200 rushing yards in his team’s first two games.
Nothing to see here AB wouldn't be who he is if he didn't think he was open every play..thought Ben handled it well also..
