Kentucky Jet Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Faneca: No new contract talks with Steelers By Alan Robinson | Associated Press PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Steelers haven't reopened contract talks with five-time All-Pro left guard Alan Faneca despite being unsettled along their offensive line as the NFL season nears. Faneca, who promised during an angry outburst three months ago that he was done with the Steelers after this season, said Thursday there have been no discussions. "No, nothing new," Faneca said. There has been speculation the Steelers' inability to settle on an offensive line during training camp might cause them to rethink their negotiating stance with Faneca, easily their best and most accomplished lineman. He has made the AP All-Pro team every season but one since 2001. Al Messerschmidt / Getty Images Even with admitted problems along the offensive line, the Steelers have not renewed contract talks with All-Pro guard Alan Faneca. The 30-year-old Faneca became upset earlier this year when, he said, the Steelers' preliminary contract offer wouldn't have made him one of the league's 10 highest-paid guards. Faneca also said the Steelers reneged on their promise ago to take care of him financially if he waited his turn to have his contract done. The Steelers decline to discuss contract matters, so it is uncertain what they told Faneca during negotiations. Faneca is currently finishing up his second Steelers contract. He signed a $5.2 million, five-year deal as a rookie in 1998, one that included $1.6 million in incentives. In 2002, he signed a six-year extension worth $25.55 million, a contract that has since been restructured numerous times to help the Steelers manage the salary cap. There has been no appreciable drop-off in the 30-year-old Faneca's play and, barring injury, he would seem to have a number of productive seasons remaining - one reason why the Steelers' hardline contract stance has puzzled some fans. Faneca attended the team's May minicamp only because he risked a fine if he didn't. At that minicamp, he lashed out at the team's Rooney family ownership during one of few such outbursts by a star player in club history. Faneca also said that his treatment by ownership should give pause to other Steelers veterans as they near the end of a contract. "I do things right. I go out there, I play hard and give it everything I have. I think guys in the locker room see that and, to be treated like this, I think it sends a message, a quiet but strong message," Faneca said on May 11. Faneca, a six-time Pro Bowl guard, has not made such strong comments since then. But it is evident he is displeased at playing without contract protection for next season. "In my mind, I've earned the right to be treated fairly. And to make me go out there this year and play football with no security, just to go out there and play football, for what I've done for this organization, in my mind, it's not right," Faneca said. The Steelers traditionally cease contract talks once a season starts. Their first game is Sept. 9 against Cleveland. With the contract talks almost certainly behind him, Faneca is trying to concentrate on getting ready for the season even though new coach Mike Tomlin has yet to reveal his starting offensive line. Tomlin hasn't chosen a center, where Sean Mahan is running ahead of Chukky Okobi, or a right tackle, where Willie Colon was playing ahead of Max Starks until Starks worked with the regulars Thursday. "That will come in time," said Faneca, who clearly wishes the team would settle on a lineup. "I think we just keep marching on and they'll let us know about all that stuff." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BornJetsFan1983 Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 He would be great as a jet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECURB Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Depends on how much he will cost.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damaged89 Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 He's going to be 31 and expensive next year. Good player but I'd rather get someone younger with some upside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackbackblock Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 He's going to be 31 and expensive next year. Good player but I'd rather get someone younger with some upside. There has been no real drop-off in play. He is still a potential pro-bowler. He has 2 years at the most left on his extension. He immediately fixes some of our line problems. We have enough cap room. He is better than Petey boy. Since you know he is going to be expensive next year just how expensive is he going to be?? Whatever it is it is better deal than paying Kendal 2.7 mil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serphnx Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 He's going to be 31 and expensive next year. Good player but I'd rather get someone younger with some upside. Upside? There aren't many players that have more upside, realized or unrealized, than Faneca. Unless you mean a gap between performance and potential, rather than level of play period, which I think is kind of silly, you want high level play or potential right? Guards can traditionally play until their late mid-30s, so I don't think a 4-5 year deal is a bad idea for Faneca. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Only if Justin Blalock was with the team, we won't hear this convo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECURB Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Upside? There aren't many players that have more upside, realized or unrealized, than Faneca. Unless you mean a gap between performance and potential, rather than level of play period, which I think is kind of silly, you want high level play or potential right? Guards can traditionally play until their late mid-30s, so I don't think a 4-5 year deal is a bad idea for Faneca. Ding Ding Ding Lets do it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackbackblock Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Upside? There aren't many players that have more upside, realized or unrealized, than Faneca. Unless you mean a gap between performance and potential, rather than level of play period, which I think is kind of silly, you want high level play or potential right? Guards can traditionally play until their late mid-30s, so I don't think a 4-5 year deal is a bad idea for Faneca. Sometimes I think people equate potential with play. They say "he's done getting better". I guess some people wouldn't wants a Gretzky or a Jordan because they stopped growing and just played on a higher level then everyone else. I am not saying Faneca is equal to them. But he is playing at a very high level. I would love him on the Jets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECURB Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Sometimes I think people equate potential with play. They say "he's done getting better". I guess some people wouldn't wants a Gretzky or a Jordan because they stopped growing and just played on a higher level then everyone else. I am not saying Faneca is equal to them. But he is playing at a very high level. I would love him on the Jets. Great point, great post. Thanks for the added perspective... when are we signing this guy! lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green DNA Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 I would offer a 4th rounder for him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECURB Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 I would offer a 4th rounder for him Honestly thats what they should do... Moss went for a 4th rounder... so they couldnt possibly ask for more... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green DNA Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Honestly thats what they should do... Moss went for a 4th rounder... so they couldnt possibly ask for more... So did Kendall! (conditionally) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BornJetsFan1983 Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Honestly thats what they should do... Moss went for a 4th rounder... so they couldnt possibly ask for more... Pretty sure they could Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harris5214 Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Faneca would cost a 3rd at least, what about Justin Smiley is he still on the block? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serphnx Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Maybe we can give em the Kendall pick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drago Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Ding Ding Ding Lets do it! if you haven't noticed, tangini aren't too big on brining in big named players. There's really no chance we would make this work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackbackblock Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 if you haven't noticed, tangini aren't too big on brining in big named players. There's really no chance we would make this work. I don't know about that. They traded for Thomas Jones. He is a pretty big name. On one of the more visible franchises. A trade for Faneca is, at the most, on par with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raffyD Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Upside? There aren't many players that have more upside, realized or unrealized, than Faneca. Unless you mean a gap between performance and potential, rather than level of play period, which I think is kind of silly, you want high level play or potential right? Guards can traditionally play until their late mid-30s, so I don't think a 4-5 year deal is a bad idea for Faneca. Why didn't we just give Kendall the million again? Faneca is good, very good. What would it take to trade for him right now? A 2nd or 3rd rounder? Jmac? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mistalava Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 I'd love Faneca on the Jets as much as the next guy, but let's put the bong down for a minute. Why on earth would Pittsburgh trade him now and screw up *their* OL? They are a contender and have already stated that they are going to air it out this year. So, is there any basis anywhere other than in Bizarro World for this trade scenario? Now, back to the bong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drago Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 I don't know about that. They traded for Thomas Jones. He is a pretty big name. On one of the more visible franchises. A trade for Faneca is, at the most, on par with that. Point taken. For the sake of argument, Faneca is probably a top 10 guard with 64 starting guards in the league. Jones is probably a top 15 back, out of 32 starting in the NFL. My point is that Jones is not as highly touted as Faneca. JMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raffyD Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 I'd love Faneca on the Jets as much as the next guy, but let's put the bong down for a minute. Why on earth would Pittsburgh trade him now and screw up *their* OL? They are a contender and have already stated that they are going to air it out this year. So, is there any basis anywhere other than in Bizarro World for this trade scenario? Now, back to the bong. POTW nom. Spot on unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpandthefu Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 I would offer a 4th rounder for him They need to do something. I hope i'm wrong but Clarke centainly isn't the answer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFlaJets Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 They need to do something. I hope i'm wrong but Clarke centainly isn't the answer welcome to the site bp&thefu....Jacob Bender gets the start tonight and if he shows he can hold his own out there we may not need a guy that'll cost what a Faneca would cost Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpandthefu Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 welcome to the site bp&thefu....Jacob Bender gets the start tonight and if he shows he can hold his own out there we may not need a guy that'll cost what a Faneca would cost if all else fails we could throw mangold's sister in there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kentucky Jet Posted August 25, 2007 Author Share Posted August 25, 2007 welcome to the site bp&thefu....Jacob Bender gets the start tonight and if he shows he can hold his own out there we may not need a guy that'll cost what a Faneca would cost We have the money to spend on big talent! Why save it? You can not hold onto it for next year! The time to spend it for GREAT talent is now and try to win a SB- THIS year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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