Found September 13, 2011 on D.C. Steeler Nation: Yardbarker Blogger Network
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Willie Colon had a strange and unexpected ascent two years ago. In 2008, Colon was the biggest liability on a much maligned offensive line that ended up being part of a Super Bowl champion, That year, Colon could be counted on for nothing much besides drive-killing penalties and an inability to read the pass rush.So it took many, including myself, by complete shock when Colon transformed into the Steelers' best lineman the following season. So dramatic was his turnaround that Peter King called the tackle the 48th best player in the league. Of course, that was a laughably high valuation from PK, but it at least illustrates that Colon was starting to garner some respect around the league.Now, however, we might never find out if that 2009 season was indicative of Colon becoming a standout tackle. After missing all of 2010 was a torn ACL suffered during training camp, Willie suffered a triceps injury in the Ravens drubbing that will require season-ending surgery. So that offseason $...
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