Here’s the deal on Moore. His career line:

264 carries for and a respectable 4.8 ypc. He also has 116 catches for 1093 yds and nearly 10 ypc. Every time this guy gets a chance to play, he performs. Very underrated.

That roughing penalty was absolute trash. I was spitting mad after it was called. It was, by far, the worst call I have seen in a steeler game since they took away Troy’s int in that Indy playoff game. I am never one to yak at the refs, I think for the most part, they do pretty well considering the speed of the game. But holy shit, that call was unbelievable. No way in hell that was roughing. He hit him as his arm was still going forward, and you could see that he let up, and didn’t drive him to the ground. My wife as well was dumbfounded. You know its bad when a girl who is just learning football sees it too.

I too believe that this team is turning out to be special. They way that they have risen to the challenge after that embarrassing loss to the iggles is something to see. One thing that I have noticed is the attitude of the players in interviews. Most specifically, Ben. Anyone watch his postgame interview with whats-her-name, the most annoying sports reporter ever? In every question she asked Ben, she used the pronoun you, asking him about his achievements and his injuries. And in every single response, he used the words we, our and us. Very refreshing to see athletes respond this way, and I think most of the credit goes to Tomlin. Totally agree with Blitz about how he is molding this team.

I will have a report on Nate later coming, my adopted Steeler. I haven’t really done much with him, as he has been fairly quiet so far this year, with only 7 catches coming into this game. But I can tell you that from a friend that works for the organization, Nate said something offensive that pissed the ref off. Thats why he got the flag.

I know alot of our fans ranted about that UR call when Clark(was it Clark?) hit their reciever, but the simple fact is, that if you hit a guy like that after the play was over, they will call that every time. He took a good two steps after it was clear the ball was not going to be caught and still drilled the reciever. Not saying I agree or disagree with the rule, but the call was in line with the rules.

That was Steeler football. I don’t mean the old smash and run it down your throat part. I do mean the smash part. And guts. Who doubts BIG BEN now?

Remember against the Eagles when Ben threw the ball and the Eagles defender took two full steps and plowed Ben and no flag was thrown? That roughing the passer call last night was the worst call this year against the Steelers. Maybe in addition to Arians, the refs are working for the Clowns too.

Loved that defense! Hoke was everywhere. The man was on fire. I can’t believe no other teams have tried to get him. Denver? Indy? Is there a more capable back-up on our team? The whole defensive line, everyone who participated, gets a shout out. Impressive.

Someone has been doubting Hines? Seriously? How about now? I liked Santonio catching one over the middle and hanging on after a pounding too. Even Nate looked good last night.

Some of you guys are really good at diagnosing the offensive line. Could someone please give me the lowdown on Stapleton? To my untrained eye, he looked pretty good. Was the offensive line that much better this week, or Jacksonvile’s D-line that much worse than previous competition?

I think it was a great win through lots of adversity. The Steelers showed a lot of character to have gone to the Jags house with all those injurys and battle it out. Yes, Blitz, after some disparaging coments born of my doubts about Tomlin, I agree with you. A lot has to do with that Mort report. The fact that he recognizes Arians needs to perform better. But Tomlin’s expectations and ability to get the second and third stringers ready to play is impressive to say the least.

Here’s to two weeks to get healthy!

Go Steelers.

Personally, I would’ve been fine with the roughing call on Harrison if the two identical hits on Ben had been called the same way … and I’m not talking about in previous games … the same timing on two hits on Ben got no flags whatsoever … Like Madden said right after the flag, that one only gets called about 20% of the time … well, cool, as long as it’s getting called the same way on both sides. Every now and again I think the refs think they’re still calling college homecoming games.

The pass interference was 50/50. Clark’s movement didn’t interrupt the ability of the WR to make a play, the two kind of collided immediately as the ball hit the spot, and the angle Clark came down at made it a tough one to call. It certainly didn’t warrant a first & goal, but I gues that’s the only option if you throw the flag. Too late for illegal contact and a 5 yarder with 1st & 10, though I could’ve swallowed that type of penalty. Incidental contact with no flag should’ve been the call, but again, it was a tough one to get right with the speed and angles available.

Nate’s taunting call was bullshit. I’m completely certain that the ref thought he saw something other than what he did, or misinterpreted something … Nate just pointed with the ball before handing it over, and the dude (was it the line judge?) got way too red in the face & huffy for him to have seen things correctly. There were no middle fingers, no spit, and no waving/pointing of the genitals … just a little good clean fun. Necessary fun … last night’s game was one of pure emotion. Or maybe, once again, the ref thought he was calling a college homecoming game.

Ward drops two passes a game, on average. He also catches, on average, two passes per game you’d never expect to be caught. It’s like Ben’s occasional picks or expected sacks … you’ve gotta take the balance that comes with playing like a cowboy.

There were a lot of things that came together for that win, but to chalk it up to one element for each side of the ball: 1) The D allowed no running. 2) Ben made the offense his own.

I’ll sign off with a tip of the hat to special teams as well … as soon as any Jag touched the ball, he got wrapped up & brought down hard.

Great game. all players performed between good and great yesterday. But all are giving BA to much credit, the best drives on offense were the ones with a no huddle, that plays are called by Big Ben. In the 3Q when BA call the plays the OL fail, MM couldn’t run. and Big Ben was sacked.

What you think fire BA and hired Scott Linehan as OC.

Game balls:
Offense: MM and Big Ben
Defense: All (great key plays by Macfadden)
ST: Reed you can count on him all the time.

P.S. looking to see FWP and MM playing together.

How big was Ben’s throw to Hines for 18 yards while he was being dragged down from behind? Turns out, Reed (Quadzilla) had a calf injury and was unable to kick! Now, that play is even bigger!

..in any game this season. Even more impressive was the fact that their production came in a game where Steelers trailed for a good portion and Roethisberger threw more passes than just about any time in his career.

Guys, just a couple of quick thoughts on a good win:

— A lot of people stepped up last night. DaTruth ain’t saying this team has an opportunity to do some things in the AFC, but …. shoot, DaTruth just said it. Oh well, Da Truth is out.

— Holes? Of course. Our QB hold on to the ball too long and takes too many unnecessary hits. We no longer have a power running game between the tackles (G. Russell can help remedy that a little, but I digress) and we’re getting nothing on kickoff and punt returns. The good news — everybody got holes somewhere. It’s just that the good teams make up for it in other areas where they are the strongest. Protecting the QB and a fierce pass rush can make up for a lot of sins on this team.

— Mewelde Moore looked like a better version of Willie Parker last night, one that can make people miss as well as catch the ball. I’m still waiting to see what G. Russell can do with 20 carries. He’ll probably never get it with this coaching staff. He’s the only grinder at running back that this team has left right now. And for those of you who thinks he is just 3 yards and a cloud of dust, how did he look coming around that left corner last night on the one play where he picked up 16 yards? He also brings a little ’tude with him when he runs, too. Man, I miss those type of days in Pittsburgh.

— Darnell Stapleton, welcome to your new position of starting right guard. He’s an upgrade over Kendall Simmons. Did anyone else raise an eyebrow when Essex came in for Marvel Smith instead of Max Starks? Makes you wonder whose cheerios did Starks pee in with this coaching staff? I guess Tony Hills will pass him next. Kind of crazy, ain’t it?

— Big Ben said it in a nutshell, via John Madden. I can always make the first man miss. He didn’t say anything about the 3rd, 4th, 5th or 6th man. I just hope he doesn’t have to suffer a serious injury for him to learn to throw the ball away and not take so many hits. At least the no-huddle, spread offense forces him to get rid of the ball sooner. That and running the ball a little bit more are the only ways that the coaching staff can save him from himself this year. This offensive line still leaves a little to be desired going up against a real good D with a real good D-coordinator that will turn the dogs loose.

— I guess Dookie is our kickoff returner by default. And by the way, with a healthy Fast Willie, Mewelde, G. Russell, Sean McHugh as the blocking FB/H-back/Tight-end, why do we need Carey Davis?

— Limas Sweed was active for his first game this year. It could be his last unless there is an injury some place. How good would DeShean Jackson look as a kickoff returner, punt returner, and knuckle-head twin with Anthony Smith on this team? OK, so you say Sweed is dealing with the same rookie jinx that Troy P., L. Timmons and R. Mendenhall that got them and will be big-time in his second year as well? We’ll see.

— If our DL is healthy and we don’t suffer anymore injuries on that D, then I’d put this group of guys up against any D in the league. Yep, Tennessee, Baltimore, anyone. Why? Because if the Titans lose Haynesworth, they’re toast. If the Ravens lose Ngati, that D is in trouble. We just played 2 of the most physical teams in the league in the running game and held our own and even dominated with backups. What can we do when the starters return, turn water to wine?

— Enough. Enough. You all get the idea. Nice 2 week break approaches. Catch up with everyone next week.

Trai Essex was out of his element; I hope his voice was loud enough so Ben could here the “Look out! Ben, they got past me!” He made a great block on the 27-yard run.

Wahsington got penalized for showing the ball to the sideline. However, what the referee missed was that the Coach was trying to tell the referee that Nate didn’t make the catch. I think Nate was just showing the Coach he had it fine. In my opinion, the referee overreacted. He was always intense on his calls, as if the game was revolving around each of his calls. I think the refs should be emotionless; simply make the call.

Isn’t Max ailing a bit?

Excellent work by Ben and the entire team, they laid it all on the line to take home the win. So much for the “Jags having our number.”

Thanks, for giving coach Tomlin his due props. See what most fans don’t want to understand is that it really takes time to put your own spices and herbs to make a recipe for success. This somrhing that I have tried to have our fellow bloggers understand. It is a process. And a process is never easy to swallow or to understand but one must first buy into the system, then allow the system to run its course, then the system becomes religion, if you will.

Tomlin will and already has brought success to the Steelers so some of you doubters, stop being such a hater.

well, a few of youz were super excited to get him, and this is why. He may not be the best on the team, but when you put him in, he produces, and rarely messes up(fumbles). loving this team.

The reason why the DaTruth is so high on Russell is because he could fill a vital role on this team. Everyone knows this team hasn’t done a good job in power running between the tackles, especially in the red zone, the past couple of years. He can help change that if given the opportunity. And Sean McHugh looks like a more athletic Dan Kreider as far as blocking from the FB position although he’s a tight-end.

If the Steelers can develop that aspect and bring it along, it would make this offensive team more well-rounded. I think seeing what Mewelde can do has just made this team more dangerous on third down, particulary with draws and swing passes. I just don’t have faith in this coaching staff that they’ll give the carries that Mendenhall would have gotten to Russell. In fact, if Carey Davis is healthy, I don’t even know if Russell will be active. Too bad. He’s a young colt rearing for someone to let him loose and pound the rock.

I’m looking forward to seeing what this D can do with everyone healthy. Our DL has been playing out of their mind thus far, along with Woodley and Harrison on the pass rush. Could be a fun year for this team.

Thoughts?