Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Dallas Cowboys - Game Day Open Thread
by Michael Bean on Dec 7, 2008 5:47 AM EST
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PrintWhat an opportunity! Back-to-back wins over the Pats and Cowboys? Are you serious? With the Ravens, Titans, and Browns to conclude? Wow, talk about a fun slate of teams to get on a run against.
But first things first. Even without DeMarcus Ware and Marion Barber, the Cowboys still have enough skill players to get some things done against the Steelers defense at Heinz Field. I'd like to elaborate more on this, and I beleive y'all talked about it this week some in my absence, but imagine what this Steelers D would be like on a fast track in a dome with the Steelers faithful ringing in the opponents' ear?
Whatever, we're just fine with the hand we were dealt. We have enough speed and skill all over the defense so that even on a somewhat neutralized playing surface, the D still stands out. It just requires a really good quarterback and some play makers on offense to be just one fraction ahead of our defense. It's tough to do, and teams like the 49ers, Bills, Browns, Bengals, etc just aren't consistent enough. Obviously the Cowboys offense has been humming since Romo's return. I personally find it hard to imagine him stinking up the joint tomorrow, but then I remember that despite his overall stellar play since being handed the keys to the Cowgirls offense, he's had some really really bad individual outings sandwiched in between.
Here's my feeling basically: we'll know in the first 20 minutes of the game whether Romo and the Cowboys offense are going to keep us guessing and have a great shot at winning or we're going to fluster the Cobwoys offense early and often. A T.O implosion? Abandonment of the running game? These things might be answered long before halftime.
BUT.. let's face it. When Dallas' offense is anywhere resembling being 'on', they're a top 3 offense in the NFL at worst. Fortunately they'll be missing an integral part of their offensive repotoire with Barber, but we all know better by know as NFL fans to think that's a deal breaker in a game between to highly competitive teams like this.
I JUST got in for the night and have been eager to throw something up in anticipation of this game. Soon as I could make it was the game thread, but hey, at least my mind's free to turn to the stretch run. Starting with one of our fiercest rivals.
Cowboys hold the series lead 15-14.
Let's tie it up Steelers! Beat the Cowboys!
P.S. Brief explanation as to why I first started loving the Steelers? I was born and raised for the better part of my upbringing in Austin, TX, where I was subjected to the eye-gougingly pompous and awful spectacle that is Cowboys football each and every week. I followed my dad with the Cincinnati Reds (big mistake that was since 2nd grade at least), but he hated the Cowboys too. So i was free to search for greener pastures. When I saw some really badass scary looking dudes for Pittsburgh's defense who looked kinda like Darth Vader, only a lot more demonstrably angry, I had a winner. Not very inspirational, but give me a break, I was like 8 and an NFL atheist growing up.
I'm just happy I ended up where I did, and I'd like to be reminded of that this afternoon.
Join me here.
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I'm Worried About Ware
My biggest concern for today is how Max Starks will stop Demarcus Ware. Max is a borderline starter in the first place, and Ware is one of the top 3 rushers in the league.
So I am worried. We haven’t seen an O-line meltdown since the Philly game, and I am hopeful that we won’t see one this week. However, one could also argue that the O-line has been playing above its abilities, and that we may be due for a breakdown today.
I hope the weather is a factor.
Welcome Back Blitz!
I am extremely pumped for this game. Something about Dallas, Oakland, Baltimore and NE really gets my blood boiling. The first 2 organizations are the main rivals of my youth and the last 2 are the main rivals of my present.
I will be warm and safe in the great state of Cali with my NFL Package and big screen HD. Hope Heinz is a frozen tundra filled with towel waving, hot chocolate drinking, tailgating rabid Steelers fans. 8 degrees at kickoff with the windchill factor. Brrrrrrrr and HERE WE GO STEELERS!!
When You Run The Ball Good Things Happen
The Cowboys are by far my
most hated team. Growing up in Kansas as a Steeler fan I had Chiefs and Cowboy fans all around me (depending on who was doing better). O’Donnell tore my heart out with those interceptions. I can go back to the SB wins, but I didn’t see them live! So I would love a SB rematch and a win! Hoping for a great defensive game today.
"It's time to plant some seeds. What that means is, hit them in the mouth. Ya know, plant some seeds. Show 'em what time it is." --Levon Kirkland
by steelerinchicago on Dec 7, 2008 10:41 AM EST reply actions
Ditto!!!!!
I grew up in Shreveport, LA…about a 2 and a half hour drive from Dallas; and all I ever heard growing up was about the cowgirlz. And then the Steel Curtain was born, with a hometown boy named Terry Bradshaw at QB, and the last thrity years of being an NFL fan has been with the STEELERS! I love everyhting about this franchise, win or lose, every year! I now live in Tampa, FL and hope to see my team in person in the SB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
demarcus ware
they said on the pregame show on kdka that demarcus ware won’t play today so along with barber already ruled out this should be big news for the steelers.
Is that definite? I haven’t seen that anywhere else.
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 1:34 PM EST up reply actions
No Confirmation Yet
I haven’t been able to find a real confirmation of the rumor that Ware will be out.
I wouldn’t be surprised if Dallas is just playing some gamesmanship with their lineup, the way that Tomlin has done lately with Parker and even Roethlisberger.
Great players play through injuries… but I am as hopeful as the next guy that Ware will be out.
yeah, I found that like 15 minutes after I posted. Google is slightly godlike.
thanks for the link, though,
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 2:33 PM EST up reply actions
you all have fun
I’m going to a friend’s house here in Dallas to watch the game – should be fun either way, but especially fun if we win :)
is it me or is 4:15 taking forever to get here
by Bleed-Black&Gold on Dec 7, 2008 3:37 PM EST reply actions
Crygirls
The crygirl fans are already whining about injuries.
Injuries.
Injuries, like the Steelers have NO injuries. Freaking babies.!!!
HERE WE GO STEELERS!!
Howie Long and Lebeau
“He belongs in the hall of fame.” No duh.
lol
haven’t seen anything else at all about ware anyplace so hopefully kdka was right
http://www.myp2p.eu/broadcast.php?matchid=25552&part=sports
You’ll need to download a program, though.
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
Troy rides hard
As he declares this Pittsburgh defense better than the 2000 Baltimore unit.
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
...and the Offense comes up big
ok BA, stick with the run
Let's turn a troy pick into points
for a change
hellz yea
Santonio’s breakout game? look at that protection
ware
guess he is playin sry everyone for the misinformation
TMVT
in the house for a few minutes…keep updates coming fast & furious. Only have a little bit of time on computer, can’t stream anything!
by TheMostViolentTeam on Dec 7, 2008 4:24 PM EST reply actions
TMVT
We already picked off Romo and completed a 30 yd pass.
by CarlWeathersMustache on Dec 7, 2008 4:25 PM EST reply actions
And missed a field goal
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
damnit
Troy’s pick turns into nothing because the offense has gained what, 3 yards on two first and second downs?
i've been a bit amazed that the D hasn't complained more
about the O… testament to good coaching?
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 4:28 PM EST up reply actions
Radio Brodcast...
just read an earlier comment looking for a stream of the game…you can listen to the Steelers radio brodcast at http://www.1039wtda.com
Timmons needs to wrap Witten up
hard enough to stick with him, but when you get your hands on him you have to bring him down
nice to see us stop
delayed handoff. even if runner fell dowsn. we got gashed last weeks on those.
what IS up with that?
Beginning to believe it does have something to do with his contract status.
Are you sure he's just not starting?
Moved to the nickel back spot? Has he not been spotted at all? I heard Gay – who’s been playing great – might hold onto the spot
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 4:38 PM EST up reply actions
Steeler's D
once again, creating feelings of shock and awe
Casey looks like he has a fire in his Belly!
(along with a lot of Big Macs)
He does look larger than normal, doesn’t he?
by jakesinger777 on Dec 7, 2008 4:40 PM EST up reply actions
Hey, Wade, I have this great play in mind where we run right at 2 DPOY candidates
What do you think? – Jason Garrett
Garrett wants that HC job ASAP
Anything to get ’ol Wade fired.
Can we please sub in Russel
before the Wheels fall off moore as well
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 4:44 PM EST up reply actions
Doesn't seem to be running well
Would love to see Russell
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 4:44 PM EST up reply actions
there’s another Colon penalty
I think there’s probably a joke about that, but I can’t think of one. ugh
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 4:46 PM EST reply actions
I've started calling him
Fast Willie Colon
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 4:46 PM EST up reply actions
night and day
special teams last season and special teams this year. Even with our starting punter and long snapper out, I love their hustle and hunger.
nothing better than...
this from NFL.com on that play:
4-7 DAL36 (3:25) (Punt formation) M.Berger punts 31 yards to DAL 5, Center-J.Retkofsky. A.Jones MUFFS catch, and recovers at DAL 5. A.Jones to DAL 5 for no gain (J.Harrison). DAL-A.Jones was injured during the play.
by TheMostViolentTeam on Dec 7, 2008 4:48 PM EST reply actions
shocking
that is was Harrison who did it.
by TheMostViolentTeam on Dec 7, 2008 4:49 PM EST up reply actions
lets go,
Scrape him off the turf and lets continue here!
Steelers coverage units
First in kickoff returns and 3rd in punts. Amazing to anyone who watched last year.
rookie TE
he’s been scoring some TD’s, but he needs to learn how to block a real NFL player
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 4:51 PM EST up reply actions
He has been
in on almost every play. My goodness – what a beast
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 4:52 PM EST up reply actions
do not
confuse dirty with physical. this is a MAN’s game.
by TheMostViolentTeam on Dec 7, 2008 4:52 PM EST reply actions
And glad
that you are getting to watch this one.
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 4:53 PM EST up reply actions
yah
just watching play by play online, but def. best part of the week here
by TheMostViolentTeam on Dec 7, 2008 4:53 PM EST up reply actions
LOL
I bet – The guys are playing lights out….. Harrison is killing them. He has turned from pro-bowler to straight up BEAST. Its absurd.
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 4:55 PM EST up reply actions
PLEASE
someone remind Blitz to e-mail me after the game with updates, I gotta leave in a few, not sure I can get on computer again for a couple days.
by TheMostViolentTeam on Dec 7, 2008 4:53 PM EST reply actions
3rd and 5
resist temptation to come after them. just force the punt.
by TheMostViolentTeam on Dec 7, 2008 4:54 PM EST reply actions
fair catch, Holmes? geez, show some effort
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 4:55 PM EST reply actions
Yeah u would never see randel -el fair catch if he though he could get even a yard.
Holmes just wants to pad his stats i guess.
definitely an incomplete pass
But sad, since we basically have to look to our D to score
tough break
after the way our D played…..
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 4:58 PM EST up reply actions
well, we get to see our D again.
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 4:57 PM EST reply actions
crap, damnit
our D has to win every game on its own
Where’s Witten these days?
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 4:58 PM EST reply actions
TMVT out
on this note: quincyyyyy…….you are a freakin’ girl. football is a battle. in battle, people get hurt. turn off your tv and practice your knitting or something if you don’t like physical football.
by TheMostViolentTeam on Dec 7, 2008 5:00 PM EST up reply actions
0-0 afte 1
Eh.
Not so bad.
I’m guessing the sseelers adjustments are going to work like they usually do, and things will work out I’ve seen more good stuff from the Steelers than the cowgirls….therefore no worries……………..YET! ;)
shame that the O
is as slow to start as they are…. they usually only get going in the third,
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 5:01 PM EST up reply actions
Its because our players are not nice
Quincy says they are very not nice. Perhaps mean.
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 5:03 PM EST up reply actions
oh come on, this isn’t even funny.
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 5:03 PM EST reply actions
They need to work on their training regime, practice schedule, or something… :)
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 5:03 PM EST up reply actions
This is the slowest damn game ever – how many commercial breaks do we need? I would be pretty pissed if I was in the stands right now.
MY BAD
I jinxed Heath this week. I had said in that post about Heath, that he had never fumbled in his career. Now of course he fumbles, damn.
To the tune of the classic children's song "This Old Man" (the part with nick nack patty whack)
Big Snack, Silverback, take the Dawg Pound's Bone, the Black and Gold sent the Brownies crying home.
by Tim Mullhaupt (HSS) on Dec 7, 2008 5:03 PM EST reply actions
That is his first of his career.
To the tune of the classic children's song "This Old Man" (the part with nick nack patty whack)
Big Snack, Silverback, take the Dawg Pound's Bone, the Black and Gold sent the Brownies crying home.
by Tim Mullhaupt (HSS) on Dec 7, 2008 5:04 PM EST up reply actions
That Fox robot has gotten more irritating every year.
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 5:05 PM EST reply actions
Announcer saying pittburgh D is good enough
What an understatement
Andre Fraizer
Keepin’ that Steelers Cowboys hate alive by throwing Pacman our of that pile.
To the tune of the classic children's song "This Old Man" (the part with nick nack patty whack)
Big Snack, Silverback, take the Dawg Pound's Bone, the Black and Gold sent the Brownies crying home.
by Tim Mullhaupt (HSS) on Dec 7, 2008 5:06 PM EST reply actions
Word is
that Harrison is the back-up punter…..
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 5:09 PM EST up reply actions
Our season in 5 downs
Fourth down stop by Defense, 3 and out by the offense, and a shitty punt
well, it was a bad snap and after a bad snap all the punter needs to do is get it out of there
so, could have been worse
It was pac man on nate
That was the best matchup Ben had to choose from?
We have to run the ball
this is not the day to go empty backfield. Cowboys look pretty whimpy. Lets stuff it down their throats
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 5:11 PM EST up reply actions
And run at Demarcus Ware
Test that gimpy knee
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 5:12 PM EST up reply actions
close call
worth reviewing — at least we viewers will get to see Harrison over and over again on replay
looks like it's up to the defense
they’re there tying the cowboys hands behind their back and inviting the offence to take a shot
my gf asked if the Cowboys were coached by the Pillsbury doughboy
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 5:17 PM EST up reply actions
One doesn't really seem
like he’s in the game does he.
And the other doesn’t seem like he’s human
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 5:18 PM EST up reply actions
No doubt
He’s a great player – and he’s hurt – but still is there anything in football like Harrison
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 5:19 PM EST up reply actions
YES! ty!
Nice to see stuff like this start to go our way latley.
successful one, too. I like the looks of it.
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 5:18 PM EST up reply actions
I hope this part of game doesnt even out.
(knocking on wood)
no, they are faking...
so can can blame the loss on something other than their poor play
Go Colts!
by Marked Hoosier on Dec 7, 2008 5:20 PM EST up reply actions
kind hard to argue that ur team lost because of injuries
when the team ur playing against has been injured all year
LOL
good call – Romo sure looks tough with those short sleeves though
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 5:20 PM EST up reply actions
Ok!, But WE don´t have that kind of money!
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
I just trying 2 explain HIS WEIGHT IN GOLD!!!!
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
critical 3rd down here
can we convert on 3rd and 1?
even if it did work, why would we stick Ben in that situation??? Baffling.
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 5:23 PM EST reply actions
let's not try those anymore
unless its for a crucial TD.
haha what was Harrison doing?
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 5:24 PM EST reply actions
yea, backs keep trying to cut block him
they must have noticed on tape he always goes over
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 5:25 PM EST up reply actions
aaah TO’s getting frazzled!
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 5:25 PM EST reply actions
Let Harrison Punt it
The ball will be so scared that its bound to go at least 40 yards
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 5:26 PM EST up reply actions
You can't go deep
They have shoutdown corner Adam “Pac Man” Jones
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 5:27 PM EST up reply actions
BA
My biggest fault with him actually isn’t play-calling, it’s the utter lack of execution
I've said it before and I'll say it again
Ben does not have the long ball since his shoulder got hurt.
that was actually a sweet play. But execution just isn’t there.
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 5:31 PM EST reply actions
there you go. Get both of them outta here
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 5:32 PM EST reply actions
anthony smith is gone when his contract is up
still, though, that was a BS block in the back
IKE!!
i didn’t know he had hands, not clubs, attached to his arms
LOL
Its one of the sings of the end times
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 5:36 PM EST up reply actions
hey, we're in the red zone
so let’s pull the TE’s off the field and put in our 4 wide package
it looks that t good look its in our side,
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
not sure I completely agree with that call, but I’ll take it!
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 5:38 PM EST reply actions
Alba's comment needs to be repeated
“what is this?
a penalty — but we’re moving towards the opponent’s goal. Is this a new rule?”
I don’t normally say this, but that was a good call.
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 5:40 PM EST reply actions
ouch
even looks worse in slo mo
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 5:40 PM EST reply actions
because Ben is getting rid of the ball before he is sacked
but the line has already been pushed into the backfield
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 5:41 PM EST up reply actions
lt is very weird, but We have to wait 4 t 2ª half
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
bad, but with t D in t field we r OK
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
Ugh, do we need to go through this again?
We have that cushion because our DB’s also play the run and want to keep the ball in front of them, instead of being up in press man with their eyes not in the backfield. It also helps us not give up the big play. And our D is historically good so it doesn’t seem like a concern. I’m focused on our incompetent offense.
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 5:46 PM EST up reply actions
Some bad signs
From the first half:
O – looks awful
Dallas is actually running well against us – or better than any other team this year except from the giants.
Good signs
If this was a fist fight it might have been called
damnit
lax D at the end of half anyone? and clark down
and after all the turnovers by our D
tie game. pathetic.
absolutely disgusting that this is a tie game.
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 5:50 PM EST reply actions
bad news for us
we dominated the first half. But have nothing to show for it, mainly because of the ineptitude of our offense….
How many points do you think the Steelers will allow in the 3rd?
I think it’s 9 all year.
SO i’m betting on ZERO for the 3rd.
I hope we pull away like last week.
Outscoring opponents 77-9 ( i think ) in 3 rd qtr. I think we will see some more Turnovers, too.
That last time out without having it, is 15´
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
If we had an offense this would be over!
Way to go defense though!!!!!!
I was getting itchy there at the end….if they keep that crap up they just might slip in a score. It’s up to the Wizard to scheme them into the turf.
Ben Could Play No Worse
Arians should try calling a couple more long passes into the 9 degree wind chill…
When You Run The Ball Good Things Happen
we should run the ball into the ground
with FWP, Moore, and Russell, and with the weather what it is. We. Should. Run. The. Ball. Into. The. Ground.
hey our offense has to get movin' this is getting frustrating.
Let’s capitalize.
To the tune of the classic children's song "This Old Man" (the part with nick nack patty whack)
Big Snack, Silverback, take the Dawg Pound's Bone, the Black and Gold sent the Brownies crying home.
by Tim Mullhaupt (HSS) on Dec 7, 2008 5:55 PM EST reply actions
and remember our 3rd quarter record?
9 pts allowed all year? Let’s go deebo.
by SoCalSteelerFan on Dec 7, 2008 5:57 PM EST up reply actions
When the O plays like this
it makes me think that our best chance to win the division is the Ravens blowing it
true
We ain’t going no where with play like this from O.
and its not that Dallas is even playing good D.
We just suck right now
sure
but the Ravens are a more balanced team right now, and it all starts over in the playoffs
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 6:00 PM EST up reply actions
We should run the ball or put Arians out there on the Oline.
and see how that passing-all-the-time strategy is working.
To the tune of the classic children's song "This Old Man" (the part with nick nack patty whack)
Big Snack, Silverback, take the Dawg Pound's Bone, the Black and Gold sent the Brownies crying home.
by Tim Mullhaupt (HSS) on Dec 7, 2008 6:01 PM EST reply actions
Love The D but
can’t call them Championship when they consistently give up yards and points at the end of the half. Gotta play better O and D. Stop Witten.
When You Run The Ball Good Things Happen
our D isn't built to be on the field this much
no wonder they fade at the end. if we could have a few sustained drives on offense this would happen less often.
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 6:02 PM EST up reply actions
hard to fault the D
3 turnovers – constant pressure,
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 6:02 PM EST up reply actions
True
But this is a good offense they are facing.
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 6:04 PM EST up reply actions
i have faith that we'll get clicking in the 2nd half
only cause we have done so many times this season
3rd Quarter
You know how we’ve done in that quarter.
To the tune of the classic children's song "This Old Man" (the part with nick nack patty whack)
Big Snack, Silverback, take the Dawg Pound's Bone, the Black and Gold sent the Brownies crying home.
by Tim Mullhaupt (HSS) on Dec 7, 2008 6:02 PM EST up reply actions
Offnese needs to step up.
That is the key to our victory.
To the tune of the classic children's song "This Old Man" (the part with nick nack patty whack)
Big Snack, Silverback, take the Dawg Pound's Bone, the Black and Gold sent the Brownies crying home.
by Tim Mullhaupt (HSS) on Dec 7, 2008 6:02 PM EST reply actions
We don´t have to throw t ball, just run, run & run.
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
I'm seeing some old school hate more and more.
Fraizer roughin’ up Pacman, and The Cowboys ganging up on Anthony Smith.
To the tune of the classic children's song "This Old Man" (the part with nick nack patty whack)
Big Snack, Silverback, take the Dawg Pound's Bone, the Black and Gold sent the Brownies crying home.
by Tim Mullhaupt (HSS) on Dec 7, 2008 6:04 PM EST up reply actions
It feels like Brucie is again refusing to change to the conditions...
…and btw other than Colon lining up wrong again I think the line is doing pretty good at giving Ben the time to get the job done. Running game --they’ve done ok at stuff in the middle.
I don't understand the complaints about this team
Yeah, the O is not awesome. But so what. The end of the season is here and the O is what it is.
The D will keep the score low, and at 9-3 (maybe 10-3 after this one), plus the tough schedule….you have to be crazy to think this team isn’t good enough to go all the way. Who’s better? The Jets? Titans??? Screw them all!
This team is tough and battle tested. I BELIEVE!!!!
Joe Buck
“The Dallas D has gone toe to toe with pittsburgh’s D”
What a crock of crap!
Joe Buck is and idiot when it comes to football
he should stay with baseball
To the tune of the classic children's song "This Old Man" (the part with nick nack patty whack)
Big Snack, Silverback, take the Dawg Pound's Bone, the Black and Gold sent the Brownies crying home.
by Tim Mullhaupt (HSS) on Dec 7, 2008 6:05 PM EST up reply actions
GARY
To the tune of the classic children's song "This Old Man" (the part with nick nack patty whack)
Big Snack, Silverback, take the Dawg Pound's Bone, the Black and Gold sent the Brownies crying home.
by Tim Mullhaupt (HSS) on Dec 7, 2008 6:05 PM EST reply actions
Ben playin' well against the pass rush thus far.
KNOCK ON WOOD.
To the tune of the classic children's song "This Old Man" (the part with nick nack patty whack)
Big Snack, Silverback, take the Dawg Pound's Bone, the Black and Gold sent the Brownies crying home.
by Tim Mullhaupt (HSS) on Dec 7, 2008 6:06 PM EST reply actions
I'm gonna shut up now
To the tune of the classic children's song "This Old Man" (the part with nick nack patty whack)
Big Snack, Silverback, take the Dawg Pound's Bone, the Black and Gold sent the Brownies crying home.
by Tim Mullhaupt (HSS) on Dec 7, 2008 6:07 PM EST up reply actions
um what did you say about being a jinx on Heath fumbling?
could you keep a little quiet about the things that are going well, please?
my bad man
ffing bad luck.
To the tune of the classic children's song "This Old Man" (the part with nick nack patty whack)
Big Snack, Silverback, take the Dawg Pound's Bone, the Black and Gold sent the Brownies crying home.
by Tim Mullhaupt (HSS) on Dec 7, 2008 6:08 PM EST up reply actions
LOL
yeah I feel like we already jinxed the 3rd Quarter
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 6:09 PM EST up reply actions
or on our WR's
the inability of our receivers to get separation or run hot routes has played a role in Ben’s sack total this year and hasn’t been discussed enough
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 6:09 PM EST up reply actions
I think we have the wind with us
this quarter
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 6:11 PM EST up reply actions
ugh
Choice for 23 yards. The draw kills us.
yea, something makes me think our 3rd quarter record
is going to change in this game
Why t cbras don´t give 15 2 t Steelers for t 2 Cow gals celebration? as always. We against 17, hpoe WE get t W
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
by YeOldeMexFan on Dec 7, 2008 10:13 PM EST up reply actions
Heath Miller
with teh fumble and no catches. Perhaps you were right about him being a 3rd stringer
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Yup
Well I DID say he was All Pro, just felt Heath was better than you gave him credit. You got to admit BA is calling a terrible game as usual
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Heath is an above average TE
Your OC is not good, but it’s not like your QB is playing any better, and you’re rb’s aren’t giving him much help either besides mewelde
I thought quinccyyyy
was int he locker room with Witten. He seemed awful quiet while his team was stickin.
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 6:17 PM EST up reply actions
Don't worry
he’s a cowboy fan – he’ll probably stub his finger typing and be out for the rest of the half.
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 6:20 PM EST up reply actions
Defense Sure Was Rested After The Half
Let these guys drive right down the field and run the ball. Very disappointing. Ben needs to step up or we’re heading for Baltimore tied.
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no worries, though
our offense can put up 7 points easy, once every 10-12 quarters or so
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 6:19 PM EST up reply actions
Just became a game that needs another sixpack!
“Now it’s up to the Steeler’s Offense to try to answer.” OH CRAP!
were against wind now
They kicked so i think they get the choice which direction, because weren’t we against the wind 2nd qtr?
New England losing to Seattle
Kinda cheapens that win.
Usually When Ben
plays horrible in the 1st he comes back in teh second. He just looks horrible all around today. He is getting no help from the play calling either.
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Dink and Dunk
If they are gonna give BB Dink and dunk to miller and moore…then DO IT!!! JEEZ!!!!!
5 yards a chunk! Rest the D and ball control!!!! Keep it moving!!! C’MON!!!!!!
+1
Looks like Ben is getting greedy back in the pocket after playing very composed for the past 3 games….
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 6:26 PM EST up reply actions
D already HAS bailed us out
and more… not happening.
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 6:26 PM EST up reply actions
our d is looking weak
which means game is over
not yet - but soon
if they don’t hold here
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 6:29 PM EST up reply actions
We need a pass rush.
Where the heck is our pass rush? We’re giving Romo too much time. Even when we get near him, somebody screws up a tackle.
they've slowed it down by calling delay handoffs
great pass rush → call delayed handoffs → not so great pass rush → passing game.
If only BA could figure that out.
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 6:32 PM EST up reply actions
This game is going to get out of hand
Unless we start moving it right now.
whats the point we cant move the ball on offense and we barley stopped the cowboys offense
is if we dont fix this, then we’re dont
by tha1andonly57@aim.com on Dec 7, 2008 6:32 PM EST reply actions
OK
not that I like seeing this. I don’t. It’s painful. But maybe this is the wake up call that we need. If we thought we were going anywhere with this offense playing like it is, we were all dreaming. We need to see the Offense step it up – now they have a chance to do just that….
This is what I want...
Screens to Moore and Miller.
A flea flicker.
Run blocking followed by running.
shit
ben didn’t even have a split second there
this season is over
the steelers definately proved they can’t play with the big boys. time to overhaul
by beerman13 on Dec 7, 2008 6:35 PM EST reply actions
F
why didn’t they hike it before the challenge? Idiots deserve what they get
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Another 2nd & 17
Is that on the OC or Ben? How many 2nd and 17s today?
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both
should have been a better play. Ben should have gotten rid of it.
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 6:41 PM EST up reply actions
2nd and 17
5 wide, incomplete. 4 wide, 8 yards. Field goal.
hahahaha
man, we’re losing, and i’m sad, and then an idiot comes along to cheer me up by reminding me that even if the Steelers don’t play well, at least their fans aren’t pathetically stupid. thank you sir.
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 6:45 PM EST up reply actions
NOT AS MUCH AS OUTSIDE T PLAYOFFS!!!, WE THANK URPUBLIC EXPOSITION!!!!!
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
I can't believe he held onto the ball that long
frankly I kind of wish he made fewer of those plays — gives Ben the confidence he can always do that
was thinking that as well. But it worked this time
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 6:44 PM EST up reply actions
Couldn't agree more.
The bad far exceeds the good.
Good thing
is the O finally held on to the ball – gives the D some time. Question though? Why have we ABANDONED the run? Or even the short pass
good choice by Ben. Free play, shoot it in there
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 6:46 PM EST reply actions
another injured Cowboy!!!! what is wrong with them, and why are we losing to these pussies?
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 6:47 PM EST reply actions
Will Jerry Jones convince the league to pass a new by law REQUIRING a dome on all stadiums so his players aren’t cold and injury prone?
LOL
no he’s just going to convince us all to buy hummers so that its 75 degrees in Pittsburgh in december….
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 6:49 PM EST up reply actions
what's sad about that satirical comment
is that he might actually try
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 6:49 PM EST up reply actions
No designed roll outs today.
We are only doing that once every other game and we filled our quota last week,
or Jerry Jones is keeping the commercial revenue going strong.
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 6:50 PM EST reply actions
I gotta disagree
(Now that the play is over, I know…)
but I’d rather Ben was looking to the back of the endzone on that play. We haven’t been able to punch the ball anywhere this year. A shot at the back of the zone for Hines or Heath would’ve been my choice.
bad call
you gotta come up with points there….
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 6:51 PM EST up reply actions
yeah I do
Its a tough call – but now you really took yourself out of the game. Remember its a one score game – the O has been playing better
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 6:53 PM EST up reply actions
real testament of where we are right now
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 6:52 PM EST reply actions
we should have kicked fG there
Its for the fans and players to shout, go! THe coaches should be more level headed. To walk away with no point right there was disasterous!
I thought those were two good calls
Just didn’t work. Was there a lead blocker on that last play?
Probably should have had Ward involved on the PA pass play……UG.
Agree
We wasted all of our first half opportunities…
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 6:55 PM EST up reply actions
I don't understand?!?
What was that? I haven’t seen anything like it in over three years
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 6:58 PM EST up reply actions
Here's the plan
Kick the field goal now (on 1st down), then hand the game over to the D for a little pick-six action.
We should have kicked it
But we wouldn’t have had the field position
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 7:01 PM EST up reply actions
7 here is the only way to win this game
well, not the only way… but given how our O is playing, the only way this team may pull it off
no true
made that mistake last time. Three is fine – if you have to do it….. we need two scores.
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 7:02 PM EST up reply actions
It Is Clear
that they lack the talent on the O line and they lack imagination in their play calling.
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This is just Dallas crap ball, when we start moving t ball they start falling
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
The most depressing part...
I was beginning to think these offense issues were behind us. I was really beginning to think Ben was out of his funk. I thought with Wille AND Moore, we had options for the run. Looks like we have neither.
sure are a lot of cowboys on the ground
almost every drive we put together. i think it’s on purpose to buy them time to rest
I HATE ARIANS
3rd and 2 why the 7 step drop? Throw it quick!!!!
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You good sir
have just showed more football wisdom than our fine OC
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 7:04 PM EST up reply actions
i've given up on this season
we need a new offensive line. frankly, if we have to spend the money and we can’t sign a corner, so be it. 5th best defense and a mediocre (as opposed to terrible) offense is worth it.
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 7:05 PM EST up reply actions
no he just needs a job
coaching highschool
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 7:05 PM EST up reply actions
We're Right Where We Should Have Been
4 minutes ago. 13-6. Horrible decision to throw to Davis and then go on 4th.
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Watching Limas Block The Ref
trying to spot the ball I again think he has been a wasted pick. Shoulda taken an OL
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it wasn't for the insane TO touchdown
we’d be sitting pretty. which is what makes BA’s offense all the more baffling. We don’t need to put 45 points up each week. we need to put 20.
Anyone remember BB rookie season
When we were down by 10 at dallas?
hmm, where is the asshole complaining about dirty plays now
when there actually is one
1. It’s all about execution… which is still on BA – look at LeBeau’s side of things, they plan AND execute.
2. that said, is it me or is BA incredibly hit or miss? Brilliant moments in stretches of ineptitude?
by syrsteelerfan on Dec 7, 2008 7:20 PM EST up reply actions
Note to quinccccyy
that’s what class looks like. You may not have a chance to see it often rooting for Dallas
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 7:19 PM EST up reply actions
HERE WE GO STEELERS, HERE WE GO.
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
Why werent we throwing to him last time on goaline?
Big difference after contact between he and Davis.
T Steelers should be ahead by a lot.
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
What a precise kick, at t 1!!!!!!
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
Blitz & I
have a disagreement about the D. I say playoff caliber and he says Championship caliber. Now is the time! DEFENSE!!!
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Would like to see you proven wrong
Lets go Steelers!
by SteelerBuddha on Dec 7, 2008 7:22 PM EST up reply actions
Ok interesting questiion.
If game goes to OT. we win the toss. we may want to kickoff in order to have the wind.
Sjit, BA has a PA. He found that at t back of their playbook
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The only mistake of the Cow Gals.
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
Dare Blitz
Pending 1 more stop, I was wrong and you were right. I AM ECSTATIC!!!
When You Run The Ball Good Things Happen
I love Tomlin celebrating
seems like one of the guys. that may be his gift… supremely in charge, yet connecting to young guys.
HEY
HELLO HEREWEGO, SPECIAL TEAMS & DEFENSE HERE WE GO.
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
LET T DBEASTS DO T DO, RELEASE T DBEASTS
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
Win or lose
we did not look good on offense at all today. But ill take the win.
3rd & 10
but Wood, you’d have Harrison’s sacks if you hadn’t let so many people get away this season
THATS OK SEND JUST 4 TO KILL!!!!
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
PLEASO, DONT THROW THAT AT ME!!!!
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
I LOVE THE STEELERS NATION!!!!
I’m off to the Lakers game. Here We Go!!!!
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Victory is soooooooo sweet I just wanna drink this one all up myself!!!
Thank you Deshea Townshend!!!
anyway - even if Quincccyyyy is gone
His cowboys deserve some props – they played tough on D – and were able to run better on our team (with a back up rookie) than anyone else. Sign of a good o-line.
TO is such garbage!!!!
I cannot believe he continues to show up his coaches and teammates on the sidelines
Before the game...
…I was saying that we turn mediocre QBs into bad QBs and good QBs into mediocre ones. We just turned a great QB into hamburger helper.
TERRELL OWENS THE GREAT PAL!!!!!
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thanks
enjoy bitching and complaining the rest of the year when you finish a game out of the playoffs
WHATS GOING ON WITH T DALLAS C CO COW
OUR DEFENSE JUST NEED REST TO PLAY AT THEIR REAL LEVEL!!!!!
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HOW MUCH DO WE OWE TO THAT DEFENSE.
O sales tickets,...and let D rest a little, and D Win Championships.
the entire season and, if we're so blessed, the entire posteason
can’t think of a win that didn’t come on the shoulders of the D
This reminded me of BB's rookie year
When he was down 10 in the big D and led us to victory. It was THAT game i knew we had something in this kid. Although, we did come back from 10 again this game, Im not so sure what we have with BB this season.
Quincyyyy where r u?, OUT OF THE POST SEASON, MAY BE I FIND U THERE.
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atl lost in the against a nfc team ther 5-4 in the nfc
dallas is 5-3 thats how
NOW U R GIVING PO POORSSIBILITIES OF T COW BEATTEN GALS, SEE U ON T STADIUM SEATED THERE.
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Potentially knocking out NE and Dallas back to back week. What can be better?
Clinching the division with a win against Baltimore next week!
That’s what!
Yeah we would have clinched it if they both lost.
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 7:49 PM EST up reply actions
Not even a goal as far as im concerned
But necessary to get there
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!
I just got done jumping up and down and calling a Dallas fan friend of mine.
One thing I would like to suggest is that we not gloat on the Blogging the Boys site. Let’s show some class. What do you think?
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 7:48 PM EST reply actions
perfect. Just thought I’d throw out a reminder of who we are.
Brandona
by PrimantisStillersNAt on Dec 7, 2008 7:50 PM EST up reply actions
The Rooneys set the tone
We all just follow their lead.
Let the AFC east beat themselves up.
and looks like Denver is going to win the west. measuring stick games coming up against ravens and Tennessee.
by bradyquinnsclipboard on Dec 7, 2008 7:50 PM EST reply actions
Let's keep in mind #1 seed not out of question at all
TEnnessee finishes with Indy. We finish with the Brownies.
I really hope Dallas doesn't make the playoffs
I have to say this team lacks class from top to bottom. Not to mention that their trolls have been far and away the most annoying of all of the ones to visit us here. I am rooting HARD for the giants to end another season of hype and overpriced free agent pick ups. They have some class guys on the team. Its a shame that they have to play for Jerry Jones and his three-ring circus.
I agree. Jason Witten for instance is a hell of a player and human being. Too bad he has to have touches taken away by TO’s whining.
by BluegrassSteeler on Dec 7, 2008 8:05 PM EST reply actions
Going to head out now to celebrate
And look for same Cryboys fans so i can gloat. Think I’ll have to dust off the old #58 retro Jersey. I’ll keep my #7 in the drawer for now.
Huge win, albeit an ugly one. Next week we go for division clinch. See you all then.
Great win for the team!
The offense sure did suck eggs most of the game, but in the end came through to tie it up against a good defense. Then the D seals the deal. Sweet!
I had to stop posting during the game cause I was going to launch the laptop there for awhile (I grab an throw stuff when we’re sufferin’).
Still wonder about us in the redzone and on goalline performance, but think that there are some goofy calls going on there. Didn’t like the slow-mo throw to Davis and his five minute (seemed like) stumble.
The extra curricular on Nate IMO pretty damn dirty, hope he is gonna be ok.
Heard the after the game comment that that was the first time Homo had gone up against a top defense….and it shows.
Refs a little better, but I still didn’t see a single holding call to our benefit – and apparently other teams can now interfere with our receivers cart blanche too. Oh well….as long as we keep winning I don’t give a rat’s rear.
Way to go Steelers!
Go REDSKINS!
Two (almost) post-season wins
AND REMEMBER THIS MOTTO:
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