Steelers Offseason Needs

Todd Haley is the new offensive coordinator for the Pittsburgh Steelers and thus far it doesn't look like him and Big Ben have developed a relationship. This could certainly be a problem if it continues ad Roethlisberger really liked his former coordinator Bruce Arians. There's nothing to panic about now, but it needs to happen soon. Haley had some offense success as the OC for the Arizona Cardinals. In 2008, he helped lead the Cardinals to a Super Bowl, and coached an offense where Kurt Warner threw for 4,674 yards. I think Ben can have great success under Todd Haley given they fix the offensive line issues. Injuries on the offensive line have been the Steelers' achilles heal for some time. Maurkice Pouncey will be back which is a good sign as well as Willie Colon with a new contract. Some young talent in this year's draft would be essential for Pittsburgh. Also, Brett Keisel and Aaron Smith have seen better years. Injuries have plagued them recently and they have played in the league for quite some time. A pickup at defensive end, such as Quinton Coples out of North Carolina could have a great outcome. If the Steelers have a productive offseason, and Ben and Todd Haley establish a relationship, I don't see any reason they won't be a Super Bowl contender next year.

Jordan's Legacy

With today being Michael Jordan's birthday, I have heard a lot of debates about whether his legacy has been tarnished due to his poor GM skills. Jordan has been less than spectacular as a general manager, however, to suggest that this will ruin his legacy is asinine. The man is the best to ever play the sport and his years as a player will never be forgotten. I have heard a lot of comparisons to Isaiah Thomas as well as Matt Millen. Both had great careers as players but failed on the business side of their sport. First off, these comparisons are completely invalid because as I previously stated, Michael is the best. Neither Millen nor Thomas, despite being great players, were at Jordan's level. Comparisons between two careers should have no impact on a legacy. Phenomenal player, bad general manager. That is what it should be left at. Ill leave with this: 30.1 ppg in regular season, 10 scoring titles, and most importantly, 6 rings. These accolades simply cannot be erased nor forgotten.

Can't Spell Elite Without Eli

Throughout his entire career, Eli Manning has been compared to his big brother Peyton. But with yesterday's win against the Patriots, Eli got his second ring and has silenced the critics. 16 fourth quarter touchdowns this season speaks for itself. The man is a competitor and when his team needs him the most, he shows up time and time again. I'm not a Giants fan by any means, but Eli most certainly should be considered one of the greats. Just look at the pass to Mario Manningham late in the fourth quarter. That was a great example of how calm this quarterback is in clutch situations. I would say it's safe to say that Eli Manning has secured himself a one way ticket to Canton.