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Sean Spence | Linebacker

Team: Pittsburgh Steelers
Age / DOB:  (23) / 6/7/1990
Ht / Wt:  5'11' / 231
College: Miami (FL)
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Steelers ILB Sean Spence (knee surgery) hopes to play in 2013, but isn't targeting a specific timeframe.
The Steelers are operating as if Spence won't play. "I know a lot of people have not been able to come back after damage like that, but I'm going to see if I can be one of the only ones," Spence said of the torn ACL, torn LCL and dislocated knee he suffered last preseason. "Actually, I know that I'm going to beat the odds. I'm not really worried about that." Despite his optimism, it's unlikely Spence suits up this season, making 2014 a make-or-break year for the 2012 third-rounder. May 29 - 5:34 PM
Source: Associated Press

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Sean Spence - LB - Steelers

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin disputed LBs coach Keith Butler's assessment of ILB Sean Spence (knee surgery) and expects Spence to make "a complete recovery."

Spence is recovering from a torn ACL and LCL, dislocated knee, and nerve damage behind the knee. He'll spend 2013 on injured reserve, and try to come back in 2014. Tomlin is more optimistic than Butler about Spence's future.
Source: Bob Labriola on Twitter
May 4 - 12:39 PM
Sean Spence - LB - Steelers

Steelers LBs coach Keith Butler says it would be "miraculous" if 2012 third-round pick Sean Spence played football again.

Spence destroyed his left knee last preseason, tearing his ACL and LCL, dislocating the knee, and suffering a damaged nerve behind the knee. GM Kevin Colbert previously called it an "unknown injury" in the sport. The Steelers do plan to carry Spence on a reserve list in 2013 to see if he can contribute by 2014.
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Apr 29 - 2:34 PM
Sean Spence - LB - Steelers

Steelers ILB Sean Spence's catastrophic 2012 knee injury included a damaged peroneal nerve behind his left knee.

Spence tore his ACL and LCL, dislocated the knee, and also damaged the nerve. Players are capable of returning from major knee injuries, but Spence's recovery is wholly dependent on the nerve recovery. The Steelers have no idea when the nerve will heal. It's why GM Kevin Colbert called this an "unknown injury."
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Feb 23 - 7:43 AM
Sean Spence - LB - Steelers

Steelers GM Kevin Colbert referred to ILB Sean Spence's 2012 ACL and LCL tear along with a dislocated kneecap as an "unknown injury."

The 86th pick in last year's draft, there is some question about whether Spence will play football again. "He's not recovered yet and, quite honestly, we have to keep our fingers crossed," Colbert said. "We just hold out hope Sean can have a successful recovery and be a Steeler." They can't count on him for 2013.
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Feb 22 - 12:54 AM
Sean Spence - LB - Steelers

The Steelers are not counting on ILB Sean Spence (knee) making an impact in 2013.

Spence, a 2012 third-round pick, tore "multiple ligaments" in his left knee in the preseason, costing him his entire rookie year. Before the injury, Spence "looked every bit" to be Larry Foote's heir apparent next to Lawrence Timmons. The Steelers are expected to address the position again this year.
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Feb 17 - 12:04 PM
Sean Spence - LB - Steelers

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette confirms rookie ILB Sean Spence has "multiple torn ligaments" in his left knee, and will miss the entire season.

He should be placed on injured reserve Friday. Pittsburgh's third-round pick suffered the gruesome-looking injury in Thursday's preseason finale. Spence was set to serve as a reserve inside linebacker and core special teamer. It's not a guarantee he'll be 100 percent for camp next summer.
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Fri, Aug 31, 2012 02:49:00 PM
Sean Spence - LB - Steelers

Steelers rookie ILB Sean Spence is believed to have a torn ACL, torn LCL, and dislocated kneecap.

That's the initial diagnosis courtesy of Profootballtalk. It's a season-ending injury for the third-rounder, and could end up threatening Spence's career. Undersized at 5'11" and 231 pounds, Spence can't afford to lose speed and agility.
Source: Profootballtalk on NBCSports
Thu, Aug 30, 2012 10:44:00 PM
Sean Spence - LB - Steelers

Steelers rookie ILB Sean Spence was forced from Thursday's preseason finale with a serious leg injury.

This comes on the heels of preseason injuries to RG David DeCastro and FB David Johnson. Third-rounder Spence, a quick study in OTAs, had to be carted off with his entire leg in a brace, suggesting a broken bone. He was headed for a special teams role as a rookie.
Thu, Aug 30, 2012 09:31:00 PM
Sean Spence - LB - Steelers

Steelers third-round ILB Sean Spence has been a "quick study" at OTAs.

"He's coming along well. A very sharp young man," said LBs coach Keith Butler. "He's picking up our system as good as anybody has at this point." Added DC Dick LeBeau, "He's done everything any first-year player could do in coaching sessions without pads. I think we're in the right direction there." Even if Spence doesn't push Larry Foote for the starting job, he's expecting to see playing time as a rookie.
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Fri, Jun 8, 2012 12:40:00 PM
Sean Spence - LB - Steelers

Steelers signed third-round ILB Sean Spence to a four-year contract.

The Steelers believe the sideline-to-sideline tackling machine's "read-and-react" will compensate for his size deficiencies at 5'11" and under 230 pounds. A four-year starter at Miami, Spence impressed at rookie minicamp while learning both the BUCK and the MACK positions at inside linebacker. Like most Steelers early-round linebackers, he'll learn the ropes on special teams as a rookie.
Source: Profootballtalk on Twitter
Tue, May 29, 2012 02:25:00 PM
Sean Spence - LB - Steelers

Steelers GM Kevin Colbert confirmed that third-round pick Sean Spence will be an inside linebacker in Pittsburgh's 3-4 defense.

Spencer is 5-foot-11, 231, but the Steelers don't worry much about size at inside 'backer. "We are going to teach him the inside linebacker position, both positions, and see where that leads us," said Colbert. "You watch his tape, the guy's read-and-react is exceptional. That helps him compensate for some of the deficiencies he has in size and length. He is aggressive and he’s tough."
Source: steelers.com
Sun, Apr 29, 2012 08:47:00 PM
Sean Spence - LB - Steelers

Steelers selected Miami LB Sean Spence with the No. 86 overall pick in the 2012 draft.

A four-year starter for the Hurricanes, Spence will likely slot in as a WILL 'backer for the Steelers' elderly linebacker corps. He's under-sized at 5-foot-11, 231 pounds, but boasts excellent speed and is a big hitter. Spence's above-average athleticism helps him get off-the-ball quickly, and hold his own in coverage despite his size limitations. He could see big snaps as a rookie as Pittsburgh looks to keep its veterans fresh.
Fri, Apr 27, 2012 10:37:00 PM

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