Troy Fautanu, OT, Washington

[Djfan]

This doesn't suck

 

[CoolieMan]

would have gone with CB there

but happy with the pick. should have two quality OTs now

 

[Omar10213245]

 

[BLITZ]

I likey likey

 

[SteelerInLebanon]

Bet they are signing the Miami center.

 

[Djfan]

Bet they are signing the Miami center.

We'll draft one in round 2

 

[fedderone]

Soooooo, does our retarded coach kick him inside to G, keep Jones at RT, and keep Moore at LT because Shades thinks he’s Anthony Munoz?
I like the player.
I’m scared of the imbeciles who will be molding him.

 

[SteelerInLebanon]

We'll draft one in round 2

Bet they don’t. Bet we draft McCormack or Nourzad later.

 

[SteelerInLebanon]

Eagles will take a Corner.

 

[BLITZ]

Latest I recall a DB going in draft

 

[SteelerFan448]

would have gone with CB there

but happy with the pick. should have two quality OTs now

The CBs were so tempting, but Fautanu was such a highly rated tackle and the Steelers have to invest in an offense that can't put up points. There are some good inside CB options in rounds 2-4.

 

[slashsteel]

Ok so here is the scoop. His RAS and arm length are very similar to Broderick. He is a mauler and a finisher. This guy is right or left capable I don’t even move him inside. He has a high floor as the worst case is he would be a top tier G . But I don’t see G happening. Nothing tells me he can’t handle T. One thing we discussed early in one thread is why draft a RT if they don’t have to why not a LT capable and then you have more options. That is what they did. I wanted a C or WR for need they went with value over need. Good for them.

 

[bermudasteel]

We pick a capable OT/OG/OC w/ the first pick and there are complaints...SMH.

Welcome to the fam Troy!!! Berm will be rooting for you!!!

 

[topseed]

I guess nobody gives a shlt about the guy's medical history, including two of the worst types of injuries -- ACL and Lisfranc.

I would have taken Mitchell, Thomas, or Barton, myself.

 

[carbonsteel]

I really like this pick… solid talent and investing in the OL is what we need

 

[JMM]

Gotta invest in the foundation. Then build out. Would like to see either another OT or DL the next round.

 

[SteelerFan448]

Gotta invest in the foundation. Then build out. Would like to see either another OT or DL the next round.

The three OT sets would be absolutely insane.

 

[slashsteel]

I guess nobody gives a shlt about the guy's medical history, including two of the worst types of injuries -- ACL and Lisfranc.

I would have taken Mitchell, Thomas, or Barton, myself.

Small concern there and long term who knows. But this guy very well might move Moore to the bench sooner than later. I think the high value shadows over the small future risk.

 

[JMM]

The three OT sets would be absolutely insane.

Sorry OL...

 

[TimesHaveChanged]

Love this guy high hopes
Baltimore drafted Wiggins...not too happy about that
Bungles got Mims
Clowns got De Shaun Watson

 

[TimesHaveChanged]

Why would buffalo trade down so KC can get their guy??

 

[stuntmanmike]

We need to invest in the offensive line… buy investing in an offensive line coach. You can teach blocking you can’t teach 6’3 210 4.3 or dejean who will be a hall of fame safety after he plays corner for 10 years. We draft good athletes on the OL then watch them be average. note to front office: HIRE AN OFFENSIVE LINE COACH!!!

 

[TheDudeAbides]

The three OT sets would be absolutely insane.

3 OTs and FIVE WIDE!

 

[SteelerSask2]

I will admit that I was concerned with height. His arms are 1/4 inch shorter then Jones. Jones is prototype. He is fine.

 

[topseed]

Small concern there and long term who knows. But this guy very well might move Moore to the bench sooner than later. I think the high value shadows over the small future risk.

Small concerns?

From themirror.com:

"The 6-foot-4 lineman struggled with injuries throughout his collegiate career, with NFL’s Ian Rapoport speculating that his shaky medical history was the main reason he dropped in the first round.

'You wonder how a talented player lasts this long. There certainly were some injury concerns,' he said during the live draft broadcast. 'First of all, the Steelers are good with the injuries… he had a previous ACL injury - some wear and tear potentially down the road, could need another surgery there. Then had a previous lisfranc sprain, the foot is a little stiff - stable but stiff.'"


Obviously, the Steelers are OK with the risk. I hope the guy anchors the offensive line for 10 years. But ACL and Lisfranc injuries, especially those which apparently aren't completely healed, are majorly concerning to me.