Mike Wallace Benched for Second Half of 37-24 Loss to Jets
By Kipper
@pghsportsforum
Thought the Steeler fans on the board would get a kick out of this article on former Steelers WR Mike Wallace.
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/m...228-story.html
"MIAMI GARDENS - The Miami Dolphins played the second half of Sunday's 37-34 loss without Mike Wallace, the team's scoring leader, because of a coaching decision that stems from a heated exchange that took place during the game.
"Differences of opinions led us to Mike not playing in the second half. That's kind of all we have to say about the coaches," Gibson said for Wallace. "That's how it went.
"Coming into the start of the second half we were notified that Mike was not going to play in the second half. Brian [Hartline] moved over to Mike's position. And I moved over to Brian's position and Jarvis Landry stayed in the slot," said Gibson, who caught three passes for 27 yards.
When asked if Wallace had a problem with being targeted just once in the first half Gibson said "it's obviously frustrating for any player [who is use] to being a player who can make plays down the field, middle of the field, short.
"Sometimes that's how it rolls," Gibson said following Sunday's loss. "Obviously this is due to frustrations."
When asked if Wallace, who caught 67 passes for 862 yards and 10 touchdowns this season, expects to be back next season, Gibson said "that remains to be seen."
Wallace, who has a $3 million option due in March, and is due $9.9 million in base salary next season, nodded his head in agreement.
"I'm not at liberty to discuss anything right now," Gibson said on behalf of Wallace. "Moving forward I plan to be a Dolphin as long as my contract allows me to be."
Wallace's interpreter said "you can watch the film. My play speaks for itself" regarding his effort and what he brings to the table.
When asked if Gibson's words represented his words and feelings, Wallace said: "definitely!""
So glad the Steelers did not bring this guy back a few years ago.