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PITTSBURGH -- The Steelers are turning to a former top-10 pick approaching bust status for their cornerback help, acquiring?Justin Gilbert?in a trade with the Cleveland Browns.The Steelers send a sixth-round pick in the 2018 draft to the Browns for the rights to Gilbert, the eighth overall pick in 2014 who has managed just 39 tackles in two seasons.Gilbert has had problems adjusting to NFL life. He failed to show up on time for several team meetings as a rookie, prompting then-Browns safety Donte Whitner to say publicly that Gilbert needed to grow up. Gilbert eventually told reporters he had a tendency to oversleep.A 6-footer with long arms, Gilbert can use his athleticism to help the Steelers zone-defense coverage, assuming he responds well to the new environment.The Steelers get much-needed corner depth behind William Gay, Ross Cockrell and Artie Burns?as?injuries to second-round pick Senquez Golson in back-to-back years have forced the team to get help.Before the 2015 season, the Steelers dealt a fifth-round pick to the?Philadelphia Eagles?in exchange for veteran corner Brandon Boykin, who didnt play a significant role for much of the year and is no longer with the team.The trade of Gilbert, who likely would have not made the team during final roster cuts, means the Browns have parted ways with both of their first-round picks from the 2014 draft, and they have none of their first-round picks on the roster from 2012 through 2014.Gone are QB Brandon Weeden (2012), RB Trent Richardson (12), LB Barkevious Mingo (13), QB Johnny Manziel (14) and now Gilbert.Gilbert was the first pick under coach Mike Pettine and general manager Ray Farmer, as the Browns traded down and out of taking receiver Sammy Watkins to take the player they thought was the best cornerback available.In Cleveland, Gilberts quirky personality never seemed to fit, and though he was effective as an occasional kickoff returner, he never came close to being the player he was touted to be when he was drafted.ESPN Staff Writer Pat McManamon contributed to this report. 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General manager Jarmo Kekalainen told Aaron Portzline of The Columbus Dispatch on Friday that he wants to see Gaboriks contributions go beyond the scoresheet before considering a long-term deal for the soon-to-be unrestricted free agent.Blake Solly will leave his position as Super League general manager to take over as chief executive of South Sydney Rabbitohs. The one-time lawyer, who has been Super League general manager since 2014, will begin his role at the Rabbitohs on May 17 and the search for his replacement begins immediately.The decision to leave was extremely difficult but this is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the best clubs in rugby league, said Solly, who began his career with the Rugby Football League seven years ago. South Sydney Rabbitohs are a powerhouse on and off the field, the most successful club in NRL history with a passionate fan base and extremely strong board. Sam Burgess, one of the South Sydney Rabbitohs stars It will be tough to leave a great group of people at the RFL and Super League and I would like to thank the staff, clubs and fans for their support.The competition is in great shape, and in a strong position to grow quickly in the coming years. However, the time is right to return with my family to Australia after over 11 years in the United Kingdom.I would also like to express my appreciation to the RFL for allowing me to begin work at South Sydney in May.Commenting on the appointment, Rabbitohs chairman Nicholas Pappas said: Were delighted to be bringing someone of Blakes calibre to our club as CEO.His experience in managing one of the codes largest professional bodies internationally, coupled with his background in the legal profession, is a perfect mix for our club.dddddddddddd Rabbitohs celebrate winning the 2015 World Club Challenge Blake will fit well into our new structure here at South Sydney, managing the commercial and administrative arms of the business and working closely alongside our general manager of football, Shane Richardson, to ensure our club continues its rise 10 years after private investment.The RFLs marketing director Mark Foster, who has been with the governing body for four years, will take on Sollys role while the search is on for a successor.RFL chief executive Nigel Wood said: Blake has been an excellent general manager for the First Utility Super League and we are all, of course, naturally disappointed that he is leaving to return to Australia.Over the last couple of years Blake has contributed an incredible amount to the RFL and in ensuring that the First Utility Super League remains the premier sports league of the British summer. We wish him all the best in his new role. Also See: Wane: Defeat will motivate us Fixtures and results Follow @SkySportsRL No self-doubt for Rhinos ' ' '
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