Comments on: Steelers get Chris Rainey’s contract done http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/ ProFootballTalk on NBCSports.com Tue, 21 May 2013 13:52:30 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ By: mitchitized http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1774430 Wed, 09 May 2012 15:07:38 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1774430 @crosberger: Unfortunately the whole “RayRay is a murderer!” does get thrown around. The good news is that there are enough trolls here for everyone.

Welcome to sports forums. :-)

]]> By: crosberger http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1774020 Wed, 09 May 2012 10:13:34 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1774020 Anytime there is an article about the Steelers, there will be a few posts insulting Rothlisberger – often using the word “rape” or some variation. It is as pathetic as it is boring. It amazes me how tiny a life some readers of this site must have.

Ray Lewis was involved in an incident where a man was murdered – yet Steelers fans don’t bring it up on every friggin article about the Ravens.

Whatever

]]> By: antibenapalooza http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1773306 Tue, 08 May 2012 23:30:51 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1773306 Steeltown is actually Stinktown while you know who is the first string quarterback.

]]> By: dachozen1 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1771495 Tue, 08 May 2012 02:28:38 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1771495 It’s unbelievable how anxious people are to look at the negative in everything. People make mistakes and change. Give this young man to grow from his mistake and hope they he becomes more valuable than bad in his community. Mr Rainey do ya thing and ignore the haters! Go Steeltown!!

]]> By: eggersthejerk http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1770925 Mon, 07 May 2012 22:31:36 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1770925 Oh yeah I’m sure this signing is making the other teams in the NFL shake in there boots, boy.

]]> By: clashpoint http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1770185 Mon, 07 May 2012 18:22:43 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1770185 I don’t think he can be the third down running back because his size will make it hard for him to pick up blockers. That is a mandatory skill for the role, on any team. At camp last year, Batch was excelling at this before he went down, and the current third down back, Moore, also excels at this. Steeler backs in general got a lot of practice helping their o-line pass block.

I can definitely see him at a slot receiver though, someone they can move around a lot, run their bubble screens with, or inside screens, or just send on a fly pattern, really a lot of stuff. With his speed and size, the Steelers need to get him the ball in space. Rainey in the open field should give defenses nightmares.

]]> By: nickster31 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1770014 Mon, 07 May 2012 17:07:42 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1770014 t8ertot says: May 7, 2012 12:50 PM

“Charges were dropped so why must you bring them up? SMH”

Accusation is enough for me..steelers sign him so he’s ok. Better believe if the bengals signed him it would of been blown up

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Accusations is enough for you? Seriously? I just pray that you are never accused for something you didn’t do.

]]> By: Deb http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1770013 Mon, 07 May 2012 17:07:38 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1770013 Congrats, Chris, and welcome to the Steelers.

Rainey had a fight with his girlfriend of three years, left her house, and texted her a lunatic death threat. How they got “stalking” from a single threatening text is a mystery. But there was no history of abuse, she dropped the charges, and they reconciled. He was suspended five games, put on probation for six months, and attended an anger management program. After he completed all the requirements, the charge was removed from his record. And all this happened a couple of years ago, not last week. He hasn’t had any issues since.

But yes, I’m sure PFT will bring it up every time his name is mentioned from now through retirement and his obituary. Their motto is never let a screwup be forgotten if there’s a chance it will generate an extra page click.

]]> By: t8ertot http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769973 Mon, 07 May 2012 16:50:20 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769973 “Charges were dropped so why must you bring them up? SMH”

Accusation is enough for me..steelers sign him so he’s ok. Better believe if the bengals signed him it would of been blown up

]]> By: bettis3636 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769947 Mon, 07 May 2012 16:39:40 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769947 NEVER disrespect a Ex-Steeler like Parker…!! Unreal comment!

]]> By: mostlombardisintheleague http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769883 Mon, 07 May 2012 16:06:59 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769883 @rexismybff

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Fast Willie who??

Fast Willie Parker – longest TD run in Super Bowl history, that Fast Willie.

]]> By: steelersmichele http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769860 Mon, 07 May 2012 15:55:45 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769860 Thanks for reporting the facts PFT. He dated a woman and they broke up. He sent her an inappropriate text. She read it but didn’t call police because she didnt feel threatened. Another woman called police and he was arrested. The ex-girlfriend told police she didnt feel threatened, didnt want charges pressed, and knew he sent the text because he was upset. He realized he messed up paid the consequences.

Not saying he isn’t an idiot for sending the text, but you implied he was stalking her…hanging outside her house and following her around. That wasn’t the case at all, but I guess the truth doesn’t get as many posts.

]]> By: mding729 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769836 Mon, 07 May 2012 15:46:54 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769836 Im really looking forward to seeing what this kid can do!! If he is anything like Darren Sproles, it would make for a fun offense to watch.

]]> By: rexismybff http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769815 Mon, 07 May 2012 15:38:55 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769815 Baron Batch AND Chris Rainey – crazy! Suddenly the Steelers have got lightning in a bottle again.

Fast Willie who??

]]> By: sportsmeccabi http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769766 Mon, 07 May 2012 15:19:56 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769766 The only reason those charges were dropped we’re because they carried a significant penalty and he would’ve had to miss the football season if convicted. All of the defense attornies, prosecutors, and judges in Gainesville went to the UF law school. They take care of their own.

]]> By: bettis3636 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769746 Mon, 07 May 2012 15:09:34 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769746 I love this pick… ANOTHER 5th Rd steal buy Pitt…!! Hope this speedster can stay healthy!

]]> By: lovefootball4life http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769731 Mon, 07 May 2012 15:03:16 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769731 Would worry a little about durability at this size. He’s 180lbs. Closest in measurables to Sproles (who had durability concerns before proving them wrong) but about 30lbs+ lighter than MJD or Rice.

]]> By: mostlombardisintheleague http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769730 Mon, 07 May 2012 15:02:31 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769730 Rainey will confuse and spread the opposing defenses, allowing him to rip off large chucks of yardage coming out of the backfield, running a route, or returning a kick – triple threat – for opposing defenses. Good luck guessing what play Todd Haley has dialed up before the snap with #22 on the field. Only suggestion – Chris lose the beard, it weighs you down.

Black and Gold Forever !!!!!

]]> By: bigdog214 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769723 Mon, 07 May 2012 14:59:36 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769723 I’m betting he got a bigger “signing bonus” when he joined the Gators.

]]> By: iluvwikileaks http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769655 Mon, 07 May 2012 14:31:04 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769655 Eagles fan taking a shot at Rainey. That is precious considering the S.O.B. and dog killer/ex-con you’ve got at QB.

]]> By: latchbeam http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769643 Mon, 07 May 2012 14:20:06 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769643 Gentlemen Ben meet Gentleman Chris…

]]> By: eaglesfan247 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769630 Mon, 07 May 2012 14:13:02 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769630 Was it “Rainey” outside when he was stalking?

]]> By: souljalb http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769583 Mon, 07 May 2012 13:52:30 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769583 Charges were dropped so why must you bring them up? SMH

]]> By: redguy12588 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769555 Mon, 07 May 2012 13:34:17 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769555 Steelers really liked Baron Batch too last year, shame he got injured, I only see them keeping one or the other however. Hope Batch gets a chance.

]]> By: The Buffer Zone http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/07/steelers-get-chris-raineys-contract-done/#comment-1769519 Mon, 07 May 2012 13:21:04 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=685356#comment-1769519 Rainey “was arrested for stalking”?

Ladies in the ‘burgh better watch out; Big Ben just found a new clubbing partner.

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