Steelers sign RB LeGarrette Blount (2 years, $3.85M; $950K guaranteed):
B+ Grade
I'm confused about LeGarrette Blount's decision-making. Blount would have been a starter had he re-signed with New England, but he'll only be a backup in Pittsburgh unless Le'Veon Bell gets injured. He reportedly didn't stay with the Patriots because they only offered him one year, but he could have used the 2014 season to once again showcase his talent and perhaps land a more lucrative contract next spring.
But as for this actual signing, I'm a fan of it. Blount could be a starter somewhere, so he'll be a very strong backup in Pittsburgh. There's a chance he'll slack off again now that he's no longer with Bill Belichick, but the Steelers aren't taking much of a risk.
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