10-25-2015, 12:42 AM
(10-25-2015, 12:34 AM)Utts Wrote: Not sure I agree with the logic that his return is dependent on our record. It's nice that we're 6-0 without him, but you don't make a medical decision based on our record. They are going to bring him back when they think his ready, period.
I have to agree with this. The defense is a bit leaky, particularly at the linebacker position. Furthermore, this is hardly a safe 6-0. Yes, a playoff berth is likely, but the fight for a first round bye is going to be tight with the top 3 in the AFC still undefeated. Of course, to earn a first round bye, a team has to win their division and a loss to Pittsburgh could suddenly find the Steelers just a 1/2 game back despite the Bengals' undefeated September & October.
No, if Burfict is ready to go next week, you have to put him out there in Pittsburgh and try to thoroughly take control of the division. If he doesn't play, then I think we have to assume he is simply not ready.
