Keys to the Game

[*bengalfan74*]

1. Must be able to run the ball:

There's little to no chance without success running the ball. We can't let the Steelers bum rush Dalton constantly being behind the chains.

2. Win on 1st down:

Goes hand in hand with #1. We have to have 2nd and four, 3rd and two etc.

3. Penalties:

We've got to keep our heads and cool ! 10 penalties for 120 yards against Pittsburgh is a recipe for disaster. Turning 3rd and two into 3rd and seven with a false start is a killer.

4. Defense on 3rd down:

When we get them in 3rd and long we have to get off the field ! This defense has a long and storied history this season of giving up way to many 3rd and forevers ! Can't happen in this game.

5. Turnovers:

We badly need this defense to step up and get a turnover or two, give us a short field. And likewise we have to limit our turnovers.