Pouncey Will Be Limited In Practice, Lost 12 Pounds

by Neal Coolong on Dec 1, 2011 12:34 PM EST in Steelers Injury News

Multiple sources are reporting Steelers C Maurkice Pouncey will practice on a limited basis today, as he recovers from an illness that caused him to lose 12 pounds.

Pouncey said he put two pounds back on, but is still around 290 - about 10 pounds below his ideal playing weight. He also says he will "definitely" play, per Scott Brown of the Tribune-Review.

Knowing that, Bengals defensive tackles Domata Peko, Geno Atkins and Pat Sims have to be excited. Pouncey's style is based on his quickness, but his aggression in finishing off blocks will be compromised at that light of a weight. It's still a few days until they play, but Pouncey will have to do what most of us dream of doing - work hard at putting on weight - between now and kickoff.

Facing a defensive front as tough as Cincinnati's is challenging enough, but being that far under weight has to play in the minds of Steelers coach Mike Tomlin. Back-up C Doug Legursky is listed at 315 pounds, but isn't the mauler Pouncey is in the run game.

If Pouncey does play, expect Legursky to shift over to left guard, replacing Chris Kemoeatu.

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move pouncey

to alans spot

leggs can snap

by frednash777 on Dec 1, 2011 12:48 PM EST reply actions 1 recs

Fluids

To lose that much weight that quickly, I would have to think it is mostly fluids. Is it just a matter of just getting properly hydrated now (including using intravenous) or am I wrong in my thinking?

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by Cold_Old_Steelers_Fan on Dec 1, 2011 12:58 PM EST reply actions

probably

not his normal appetite either with a diet of crackers and ginger ale. I’d need a serious lifestyle change to get to Pouncy’s playing weight. supersize it!

by stylepoints on Dec 1, 2011 1:42 PM EST up reply actions

Too close

I am too close to his playing weight. I need to spend less time blogging and more time being active.

Hmmm….

Cya folks later. I need to get some exercise.

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by Cold_Old_Steelers_Fan on Dec 1, 2011 1:57 PM EST up reply actions

just go kiss Pouncey...

…and catch what he had (or lose the weight running for your life!).

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by PaVaSteeler on Dec 1, 2011 2:46 PM EST up reply actions

Wouldn't be the first time

Remember when he got drafted, and he and his brother had an oddly romantic moment?

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by lottwasgangsta on Dec 1, 2011 4:11 PM EST up reply actions

no!

Normal saline solution 0.9% will hydrate him fine..or probably 5% dextrose!

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by nycsteelerfan on Dec 1, 2011 3:08 PM EST up reply actions

You're absolutely right

This is flu weight loss. He’ll need it for stamina, but will have no bearing on muscle mass and power. As long as the symptoms are gone, he’ll regain that weight with intravenous and regular hydration. Even if he doesn’t it’s not going to make a difference. His energy level might be off this week, depending on the virus, but otherwise he’s a fit young man, he should be fine.

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by Steelfrog on Dec 1, 2011 4:38 PM EST up reply actions

Do you remember what happened to Obie Khan?

He nearly died. IIRC it was over a season before he was back up to full speed. Some viruses can be nasty.

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by Cold_Old_Steelers_Fan on Dec 1, 2011 8:51 PM EST up reply actions

I don't

But you’re right again. I just based what I said on what was said during the week. Nothing there to scare us, right?

By the way, sorry ’bout your Bombers, I was rooting for them, tough loss.

Dick, what would Woody (Hayes) say to you now: "He'd say, 'LeBeau, get your hair cut.'"

by Steelfrog on Dec 2, 2011 5:21 PM EST up reply actions

We fired our offensive co-ordinator

but unless the o-line can start doing a better job of protecting Pierce, it won’t matter.

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by Cold_Old_Steelers_Fan on Dec 4, 2011 2:03 AM EST up reply actions

Wow losing wieght over Thanksgiving weekend

wish I could.

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by SNW on Dec 1, 2011 1:39 PM EST reply actions

Twelve Pounds... wow

Dude must have been living on the toilet for a few days, or seriously praying to the porcelain god. Very likely both. But Steelfrog is correct. He should be able to rehydrate adequately by Sunday without a problem. Stamina may suffer some, but Pouncey is a fierce competitor and should be fine.

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by OhioYinzer on Dec 1, 2011 8:12 PM EST reply actions

Coconut water

And lots of it. It’s isotonic low sugar lots potassium mag and calcium and less salt. They should rehydrate him but why the delay?mwhy wait till some one sweats out 12’ lbs of water?
That is a tremendous tax on ones kidneys.

Bye the bye I am assuming kemo got benched because of scarecrow syndrome?

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by ALDOG on Dec 1, 2011 8:47 PM EST reply actions

Coconut water

Natural laxative…?

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by Mini Hulk on Dec 1, 2011 9:27 PM EST up reply actions

I've been there

I lost 10 pounds in like 4 days once. That sucked.

I’ll spare you the details but I’m willing to bet it’s a similar case. You can’t eat much, or drink much, it comes out of you within 20 minutes and nothing gets processed. IV can help fluids but solid matter not getting turned into energy will make you lose weight.

On the plus side, I didn’t mind the new look after I got better, I needed to lose a few.

Rest up Pouncey, we can take the Bungholes without you.

by Mechem on Dec 2, 2011 6:56 AM EST reply actions