Most pundits didn’t have Edmunds as a first-round pick but the Steelers made him one and now he has to live up to that standard. “It didn’t matter where [Tremaine] went and I went”. “I was so excited for him”.
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Terrell Edmunds said he didn’t expect to hear his name called during the first round. I knew they were an awesome organization, but more than ever they’re family to me. You know what I’m saying?’
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Edmunds wowed scouts with his 4.54 40-yard dash but his strength was a question mark after doing just 19 reps of 225.
Safety valve: General Manager Kevin Colbert was impressed not just with the bloodlines he comes from, but the type of family he comes from.
Although Edmunds was an unexpected pick, his versatility and measurables make him an intriguing piece in the Steelers’ 2018 plans.
Still, the setback has not stopped the two-time Pro Bowl player from attending various sporting events, including the Penguins’ first-round Stanley Cup playoff games at PPG Paints Arena. He is expected to serve the team as an advisory role for the season.
The deal is the second of the day for Buffalo, as they previous moved up to draft quarterback Josh Allen.
Any chance the Steelers had of finding Shazier’s replacement at inside linebacker evaporated by the time their turn came at the podium. I knew they were an fantastic organization, but more than ever they’re family to me. We have rehab four times a week. He then stood with Roger Goodell and Edmunds to take photos. Edmunds also possesses that trademark Steeler toughness, playing through most of 2017 with shoulder problems, excelling until he was ruled out for the year due to the injury. We got a sharp, young, versatile guy that is a very good communicator that plays with physicality.
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Tremaine recorded 202 total tackles, 30.5 tackles for loss and 10 sacks in two seasons as a starter.
