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Hampton Talks About Contract; Rumors of Possible Release

Yeah, there’s rumors about the Steelers releasing Casey Hampton, but I don’t see it happening. Hampton may come into camp out of shape, but the bottom line is he’s still a big part of the Steelers 3-4 defense. Here’s a bit more on Hampton in the Tribune Review today:

Casey Hampton reacted to Internet rumors that the Steelers will release the veteran nose tackle before the start of the regular season. “Oh, they’re going to cut me today?” Hampton said after Tuesday’s practice. Hampton is one of a handful of starters heading into the final year of his contract, and the Steelers may be finished doing business until after the 2009 season following the signing of defensive end Brett Keisel to a five-year deal Monday.

“If they let me get to free agency, everybody knows what it’s going to be,” said Hampton, who’s made four Pro Bowls. “There ain’t nothing to even talk about.” Hampton spouted the same company line that others in his position have said since preseason practice started — sort of. “I’d be lying if I said it didn’t bother me, but that’s part of the business,” Hampton said. “But I’m not going to worry about it. I’m not going to make a grudge and say, ‘I can’t understand why they didn’t sign me.’ I understand it’s a business, but being here this long … I’m not going to lie and say it doesn’t bother me because I do want to be here.”

Matt Loede has been in the sports media for over 16 years, with experience covering the MLB, NBA, and NFL. On Sunday’s during football season, you can hear Matt on national networks like Fox Sports Radio, Associated Press, and others. Born and raised in Cleveland Ohio, Matt studies and talks football inside and out, and is anxious to share his thoughts and comments with readers on a daily basis.

2 Comments

2 Comments

  1. James Haskell

    September 2, 2009 at 9:08 am

    I would not be smart to let him go!

  2. spencer

    September 2, 2009 at 6:33 pm

    no way the steelers get rid of snack. it would be a horrible move.

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