Restricted free agent offensive lineman B.J. Finney has signed his second-round tender, per the league’s transactions wire. Finney will now collect $3.095MM for the 2019 campaign.
A former undrafted free agent out of Kansas State, Finney has appeared in 43 games over three seasons in Pittsburgh, but has made only nine total starts. Finney has typically earned excellent grades from Pro Football Focus, but sample size is an issue, as he’s never topped 300 offensive snaps in a single season.
However, he has proven himself as a capable reserve, and he could be the next man up should starting guards Ramon Foster or David DeCastro suffer an injury.
If he continues to perform well in limited action, he could put himself in line for a starting job when he hits unrestricted free agency next year.
Good money for an undrafted kid from Kansas State, who played HS football in Kansas.
He’s earned it. He’s been very solid any time they’ve called on him to fill in. He’s starter material at guard, not so much at center but still a decent backup there.
Good for him. Get as much money as you can for your talents. Offense lineman often don’t get the glory or press. It takes a Team to win no matter how many skilled WRs and RBs you have on the Team. This often gets lost in the “I need my money” attitude from many of today’s players.
Lieutenant Commander Benjamin Finney almost succeeded in getting Captain James T. Kirk court martialled. Anyone know if there is a family connection?