WILLIE PARKER NEWS

Steelers haven't talked contract with Parker

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The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette makes a rather persuasive case in Tuesday's paper that Willie Parker has been one of the best running backs in the NFL the last four years.Certainly, he's one of the best in Steelers team history.The question now...
>> profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/08...
 

Parker and Polamalu Held Out of Practice

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According to Jim Wexell of Steelers Digest and steelcityinsider.com, Pittsburgh Steelers running back Willie Parker and strong safety Troy Polamalu were both held out of Thursday’s practice. Wexell writes via his Twitter page, “Parker, Johnson, Polamalu did not practice...
>> www.steelersgab.com/2009/10...
 

Pittsburgh Steelers' Willie Parker faces new role, shared carries

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Never has Willie Parker gone into any season as one of two running backs sharing a job, as he and Rashard Mendenhall likely will do for the Pittsburgh Steelers this season.
>> sports.espn.go.com/nfl/new...
 

Parker and Polamalu Both Go Through Full Practice

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While the news of losing DE Aaron Smith set the Steelers back today, the team did get some good news on the practice field as a couple of starters returned. Back on the field were running back Willie Parker and safety Troy Polamalu. Both were listed on the official injury report as...
>> www.steelersgab.com/2009/10...
 

Short Yardage Failures

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A quote from the Post-Gazette yesterday from Willie Colon: “(Willie Parker) told us he wasn’t as sharp as he could have been the other night. We told him it wasn’t just him and it wasn’t just us. It was all of us. If we all put our hands in the pile, we’...
>> www.postgameheroes.com/?p=7699...
 

Did The Steelers Not Take Advantage Of What They Had Set Up Offensively Through The Air?

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Let the debate continue - are the current version of the Pittsburgh Steelers better off airing it out rather than trying to fruitlessly try to establish the run? During Sunday's 14-17 loss to the Chicago Bears, the Steelers once again had trouble getting things going on the...
>> www.behindthesteelcurtain.com/2009/9/...
 

Willie Parker Injury Update and Week 4 Status: Out Sunday Night v Chargers

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According to ESPN's John Clayton, the latest injury update on Willie Parker of the Pittsburgh Steelers will be out for tonight's game against the San Diego Chargers.
>> www.midwestsportsfans.com/2009/10...
 

BTSC Steelers Daily Six Pack- Raiders Have A Nasty "Efense" Edition

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>> www.behindthesteelcurtain.com/2009/12...
 

Late Hits: AFC Week 3

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Willie Parker and the Steeler running game may have found some life even though the team lost. Andre Caldwell might be worth a waiver-wire look for Cincy. Chris Henry seems to be struggling with an injury. Perhaps Braylon Edwards can resurrect things with Derek Anderson, but I wouldn...
>> fantasycpr.com/2009/09...
 

Super Bowl Picks

Super Bowl 43After the Eagles choked on this years chance I started to think which way to go. The Steelers going for their 6th and most for one team. Then you have the Cards going for their first. Ouch I really wanted the Birds in this years game. Well, as a true football fan I had to ...
>> www.philadelphiaeaglesnews.com/vetter/...
 

Top 5 NFL rushing leaders - who will win?

NFL Football at its best. NFL Football at its craziest. The Pittsburgh Steelers managed to beat the St. Louis Rams 41 - 24, but at a great cost. Willie Parker, the NFL’s leading rusher, left the game after the Steelers’ second play from scrimmage with a broken right leg...
>> www.squibkick.com/top-5-n...
 

Tomlin: 'Parker's our runner'

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Willie Parker didn't play in three of the four preseason games, but Mike Tomlin made it clear that he will not rotate Parker and Rashard Mendenhall.
>> www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pitts...
 

Two halves don't make a whole: Cincinnati Bengals upset Steelers!

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Two Halves Don't Make a Whole by Andy Natalie of PhilliesMania.com The story of two halves ended really bad for the Steelers. Because the worst part is the Bengals got the biggest slice! I wish I didn't see this coming but it was painfully obvious the way the Steelers...
>> mvn.com/thestee...
 

With Rashard Mendenhall Sick, Willie Parker May Get Starting Job Back

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by JJ CooperFiled under: Steelers, AFC North, NFL InjuriesJust at the time that Willie Parker seems ready to return to action from his turf toe injury, the Pittsburgh Steelers are dealing with another ailing running back.Rashard Mendenhall was sent home on Thursday with an illness...
>> nfl.fanhouse.com/2009/10...
 

Mad Sh*tter Saves Pittsburgh; Takes a Dump on Willie Parker Fantasy Owners

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Najeh Davenport, aka The Mad Sh*tter, carried the Steelers to a much need victory last night against the Rams. And crushed the hopes of fantasy footballers who own Willie Parker and are making a championship run. Like they say in poker, "that's fantasy football"
>> flatusyahu.com/archive...
 

Steelers Mike Tomlin Unhappy With Willie Parker's Comments

Steelers Coach Mike Tomlin was not happy with comments made by two-time Pro Bowl running back Willie Parker, saying they could be misinterpreted as...
>> gridironfans.com/forums/...
 

Boom or Bust: Week 1 predictions

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The Titans boast one of the best defenses in the NFL, but Adam Schein thinks Willie Parker will run right through it tonight.
>> www.pheedcontent.com/click.p...
 

Redskins-Steelers – Pittsburgh 1st Score

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The Steelers controlled 5 of the last 6 minutes of the 1st quarter by passing. They literally abandoned the run until their scoring play, which was a 5-yard sweep by Willie Parker. You can feel the momentum shifting, but not to the extent the Redskins can’t get it back with one drive. [...]
>> riggosrag.com/2009/08...
 

Steelers' Willie Parker To Share Carries With Mewelde Moore

Let there be no doubt, when Parker fully heals he will return to start, perhaps Sunday against the Super Bowl champion New York Giants. But Moore has...
>> gridironfans.com/forums/...
 

Larry Johnson to the Steelers?

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According to a number of NFL insiders, Larry Johnson could end up in Pittsburgh. I’m not sure he is really needed but I wouldn’t have a problem bringing LJ on board for the rest of the year.  Willie Parker won’t be here next year and he’s not 100% healthy...
>> www.postgameheroes.com/?p=8186...
 

Najeh Davenport and Mr. Hankey Wish You A Merry Christmas!

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Are Steelers fans ready for Dookie Davenport and his friend for the playoffs, Mr. Hankey - the Christmas Poo? Maybe a little Photoshop will help ease the transition....
>> www.truthaboutit.net/2007/12...
 

Back Seat for Willie

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In addition to addressing recent off-field incidents, Mike Tomlin's press conference yesterday served to confirm what many have already known: Willie Parker has been relegated to second on the Steelers' depth chart, behind Rashard Mendenhall.Some are already penning Willie...
>> dcsteelernation.blogspot.com/2009/10...
 

With running back rotation in place, are Steelers a pass-first team?

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It feels like a long time ago that the Titans stuffed the Steelers running game on the NFL's opening night to 36 yards rushing on 23 feeble attempts. That game had many wondering if not-as-Fast Willie Parker would be pushed...
>> profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/09...
 

Checking the Numbers Preview: Chargers-Steelers Week 4 Game

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More photos » by Al Behrman - AP 4 days ago: Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) and running back Willie Parker (39) celebrate after they connected for a 27-yard touchdown pass in the first half of an...
>> www.behindthesteelcurtain.com/2009/10...
 

Blame This Guy

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No, not him. The guy on the right. Apparently the brain-trusts in Chicago waited till yesterday to replace the grass at Soldier Field - where the Steelers just happen to play this Sunday. The reason - U2 jammed out there on Sunday night. So, if Willie Parker slips and breaks an ankle...
>> www.one4theotherthumb.com/index.p...
 
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