09-12-2015, 09:31 AM
(09-12-2015, 09:24 AM)6andcounting Wrote: Definitely better than I expected. The Patriots took advantage when the Steelers couldn't line up right, but didn't very little when the defense did. No run game at all. They got their short passes and created mis-matches, but their strength as an offense is our weakness on defense. I thought they would score 48.
The blue print for beating the Steelers defense the past few years has been run minimally as run defense is good.
So anytime with a strong passing attack can just throw 50 times and thrash the Steelers defense.
The only good news is that run defense as teams won't be able to run the ball and use clock in the 4th quarter to protect leads. The bad news is the Steelers won't be able to prevent comebacks when team throw in the 4th quarter to catch up.
All in all, the Steelers looked like an 8-8 team and not a Super Bowl contender.
I am so ready for 2024 season. I love pro football and hoping for a great Bengals year. Regardless, always remember it is a game and entertainment.