Pittsburgh Steelers (5-2) @ Denver Broncos (6-1) - Keys To The Game & Week 9 Open Thread (1st Half)
by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 6:25 PM EST
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Finally! Game time is rapidly approaching. The Pittsburgh Steelers take the field tonight against the Denver Broncos in Denver after 15 days off. Will they be rested and sharp, or will they be a bit rusty and fall behind on the road against a Broncos team that's been good at protecting the football and holding on to ball games with opportunistic defense. Here are a few keys to the game that I think will go a long way towards determining who emerges victorious.
1) Limit the impact of return man Eddie Royal. The second year speedster returned both a kickoff and a punt against the Chargers. Pittsburgh meanwhile has been sloppy in their coverage units, particularly on kickoffs. Coach Tomlin promised to shore them up during the Bye Week. Will it happen? I hope so.
2) Limit the impact of tight end Tony Scheffler. He's not all that well known, but Denver tight end Tony Scheffler is really a fine football player, and really every bit as dangerous as Heath Miller and several other of the top tight ends in the AFC. Scheffler hurt Pittsburgh the last time the two teams met in 2007. He had 5 big catches and 1 touchdown. Because Kyle Orton isn't all that dangerous stretching the field or throwing the deep in and the deep out ball, it's important that Scheffler isn't a frequent option in the seam against the Steelers depleted defense, particularly if Ryan Clark doesn't play.
3) The Steelers need to be better in the red zone than they've been the previous two games. Pittsburgh was clicking inside the 20 during weeks 4,5, and 6, but struggled in Weeks 7 and 8. We'll see if scoring opportunities are hard to come by, but regardless, it's important to make Denver have to play from behind, something I don't think they're all that comfortable doing. Scoring 6 instead of 3 points when the opportunity arises is certainly one effective way towards ensuring that.
4) With Lawrence Timmons out, can the Steelers get enough pressure on the quarterback with their blitzing linebackers. Obviously James Harrison and LaMarr Woodley will be going after Kyle Orton all night, but the Ravens found success bringing extra pass rushers from the linebacker spot. The Steelers don't run the same exact defensive of course, but I think they'd also be well served sending James Farrior and/or Keyaron Fox up the middle on some stunts. Can they get there quick in time to disrupt Orton like Baltimore did?
5) If the Steeers do indeed send lots of pressure, can the secondary wrap up and tackle well in the short passing game? If Orton's forced to get rid of the ball, we'll surely see lots of those 3-8 yard passes that have given the Steelers some trouble this year. Will Dick LeBeau have his corners playing closer to the line of scrimmage in anticipation of Orton getting rid of the ball quickly?
6) Something tells me Troy Polamalu will make a 'splash' play in this one. I sure hope so.
7) Can Rashard Mendenhall do a better job not fumbling the football?
8) Will Bruce Arians have a healthy amount of running the football in tonight's pre-scripted game plan? Denver has been outstanding stopping the run, but something tells me our offensive line could be vamped up and ready to go tonight. Will they get a chance to maul some people in the running game? Or will they struggled to find a rhythm run blocking due to an inordinately high number of passing plays called.
9) Can we finally get a special teams play of our own? The Broncos are working in cast away punter Mitch Berger. Can Stefan Logan finally break through and earn his keep on this roster on an unimpressive punt by Berger?
10) Will Ben Roethlisberger take a page out of Orton's book and not force anything early in the game as the teams feel their way around one another? Big Ben was impressive last time he traveled to Denver, but he negated his otherwise fine performance with two costly interceptions and a fumble.
This is our 1st half open thread. Have fun! Enjoy your Monday evenings guys and gals. I'll be here throughout the game. Join me. Go Steelers!
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god, Iam ready for some steelers football
by 1STstate bucco on Nov 9, 2009 6:37 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I Just realized the game is on in 2 hours
and pooped my pants….
Bring a towel to the game. Black or gold or yellow. If you don't have one buy one, If you can't buy one, dye one!!!
by SoCalSteelerFan on Nov 9, 2009 6:47 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I was so nervous during the super bowl, I pooped someone else's pants.
by DwightWhite's Missing Tooth on Nov 9, 2009 6:49 PM EST via mobile up reply actions 0 recs
Chris griffin
nice
Bring a towel to the game. Black or gold or yellow. If you don't have one buy one, If you can't buy one, dye one!!!
by SoCalSteelerFan on Nov 9, 2009 6:58 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Yesterday was an absolutely depressing day of football
Capped off by watching the Cowgirls beat my 2nd favorite team
by jglo on Nov 9, 2009 6:48 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Saturday wasn't exactly a treat either...
"It was an attrition football game and you know we like that."
by showtime on Nov 9, 2009 7:37 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Ben will be the key
BTW, too much info SoCal!
Ben can carry this team on his back when he’s in the zone. If he plays well, the Broncos lose…period!
by Billy52 on Nov 9, 2009 6:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Haha. humor makes the world spin
I see ben playing well. Anyone know if Law is suiting up? Did they really grab him to shore up their secondary cause they know we will eat it up? ;)
Bring a towel to the game. Black or gold or yellow. If you don't have one buy one, If you can't buy one, dye one!!!
by SoCalSteelerFan on Nov 9, 2009 6:59 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Ben's pump fake is deadly,
and he will eat Denver up if protection holds up. We will see alot of Heath Miller tonight but I’m lookin forward to seeing Psycho Ward smack the donkeys in the mouth. Go Steelers!
by BleedBlacknGold28 on Nov 9, 2009 7:26 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
unfortunately :)
it is 08:00 in the morning in China :) and I gotta go to airport and definitely will miss the game :)
My wishes for a game:
- Win
- Big Ben has 400 yards of passing
- Defense sacks Orton 10 times
- Logan has a TD in return
That’s all I want…
by Bonek on Nov 9, 2009 7:05 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I like it
10 sacks sounds gooood
"Now that I'm here, I don't want to just be here, I want to be here for a long time." Hines Ward, 1998 4th round draft pick.
by kick him in the head on Nov 9, 2009 7:44 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
!http://steelers.com/article/113439/
why is Sunny Harris is inactive? :(
by Bonek on Nov 9, 2009 7:13 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Yea I was semi shocked to see hes not playing tonight. I guess this means its Eason’s and Ziggy’s time to step it up in place of Kirschke.
by Jett on Nov 9, 2009 8:17 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
With ryan clark out and the short passing of Orton, I can see Troy having a big game. He will step up and take over the game. He can be a momentum killer for a home team.
by qwikdoc on Nov 9, 2009 7:21 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Troy Will get a pick six
I’m an Eagles fan, but i like the steelers as prob. my 3rd fav. team.
"The punt to DeSean Jackson. The punt. Short, Jackson takes it at the 32. Looks for running room, reverses the field. He's at the 40. 50, 45, 40, 35, 30, He's gonna go!
"McNabb in the shotgun again. McNabb takes the snap, fakes, he's back, he's looking, he is going deep for DeSean Jackson, who races, has it! TOUCHDOWN!!! DeSean Jackson!!
by xADx GoGreen4Ever on Nov 9, 2009 7:23 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I was unpleasantly surprised
that they lost last night…missed the game cause I passed out
"Now that I'm here, I don't want to just be here, I want to be here for a long time." Hines Ward, 1998 4th round draft pick.
by kick him in the head on Nov 9, 2009 7:56 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
A lot to learn
Win or lose, there is a lot to learn from this game.
Can Starks be solid against another good rusher?
Can Rashard run well against a good D?
Is Denvers D for real?
Is Troy back to 100%?
How good is Keyaron Fox?
I cant wait to find out. Hopefully by way of a win.
by Steelersjunkie on Nov 9, 2009 7:23 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Sweed is active...
Here’s hopin 3rd activation is a charm.
by PTownSteelTown on Nov 9, 2009 7:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Adam Schefter musing about Larry Johnson ending up in the black & gold
A few years ago I would have just passed out with joy at the thought, now I think I will just pass out. No damn way.
by jglo on Nov 9, 2009 7:30 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I agree
We dont need him or his head case, thank you very much.
by Steelersjunkie on Nov 9, 2009 7:31 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Can't see him in a Steeler uniform
Steeler front office does not go for problem cases like LJ. I think the pundits are making too much of his Pgh connections.
by Citizen of Steeler Nation on Nov 9, 2009 8:01 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Sweed
I’m thinking he makes one huge play tonight for us. Also surprised Sunny is inactive.
by yelloboo on Nov 9, 2009 7:45 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Even if he does...
I’m going to be angry that they put him in in the first place.
Ryan Clark remarked that Coach Tomlin once asked whether he wanted to be the nail in the defense, or the hammer. "I said, 'I want to be the hammer coach.'"
by svenhoek on Nov 9, 2009 7:48 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
wallace needs a break for a couple downs
after that 80 yard td followed by the kick off fumble by the broncs
"Now that I'm here, I don't want to just be here, I want to be here for a long time." Hines Ward, 1998 4th round draft pick.
by kick him in the head on Nov 9, 2009 7:51 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Put Troy in instead.
Ryan Clark remarked that Coach Tomlin once asked whether he wanted to be the nail in the defense, or the hammer. "I said, 'I want to be the hammer coach.'"
by svenhoek on Nov 9, 2009 7:51 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
or legurski
"Now that I'm here, I don't want to just be here, I want to be here for a long time." Hines Ward, 1998 4th round draft pick.
by kick him in the head on Nov 9, 2009 8:02 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I tried to fix a machine at work
that was made in 1957 for 4 hours today just to make the time pass…Let’s go baby!
"Now that I'm here, I don't want to just be here, I want to be here for a long time." Hines Ward, 1998 4th round draft pick.
by kick him in the head on Nov 9, 2009 7:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Blitz, I've been having the same feeling about Troy
I have the feeling we are going to see the Titans first half Troy Polamalu, who was a GOD OF FOOTBALL. Seriously, no one on either team was making a play of any kind except Troy. He had a sack, Interception, like 6 tackles and 30 yards of penalties.
The man played a full statistical game of football in one half.
Ryan Clark remarked that Coach Tomlin once asked whether he wanted to be the nail in the defense, or the hammer. "I said, 'I want to be the hammer coach.'"
by svenhoek on Nov 9, 2009 7:50 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
man on fire
"Now that I'm here, I don't want to just be here, I want to be here for a long time." Hines Ward, 1998 4th round draft pick.
by kick him in the head on Nov 9, 2009 7:53 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
great movie
Bring a towel to the game. Black or gold or yellow. If you don't have one buy one, If you can't buy one, dye one!!!
by SoCalSteelerFan on Nov 9, 2009 7:57 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I hope troy throws some hits
like denzel was choppin fingas
"Now that I'm here, I don't want to just be here, I want to be here for a long time." Hines Ward, 1998 4th round draft pick.
by kick him in the head on Nov 9, 2009 8:18 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Another Sleeper
Willie Parker steps up tonight and makes a play
by yelloboo on Nov 9, 2009 7:55 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
If I hear one more sports pundit ask if BB is an elite QB . . . .
I’m gonna throw a brick through the freakin’ TV. Just heard it again on the MNF pregame.
by Billy52 on Nov 9, 2009 7:56 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
atleast wait till the game is over...
for the brick
"Now that I'm here, I don't want to just be here, I want to be here for a long time." Hines Ward, 1998 4th round draft pick.
by kick him in the head on Nov 9, 2009 7:57 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
+1
The man has won two super bowls, one with John Elway/Joe Montana type heroics at the end.
That is the very definition of elite in this league.
Im sick of hearing “Is Tom Brady back?” “Ya I think we can safely say Brady is back”
Sorry for language, but seriously, FUCK Tom Brady.
Ryan Clark remarked that Coach Tomlin once asked whether he wanted to be the nail in the defense, or the hammer. "I said, 'I want to be the hammer coach.'"
by svenhoek on Nov 9, 2009 7:58 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
I think you get a fine nowadays
for even swearing about him
"Now that I'm here, I don't want to just be here, I want to be here for a long time." Hines Ward, 1998 4th round draft pick.
by kick him in the head on Nov 9, 2009 8:00 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Adding to that thought
At least Ben actually scored a Touchdown on the last drive of the Super Bowl, unlike Brady ,who always saved the heroics for Vinateri(sp?)
Ryan Clark remarked that Coach Tomlin once asked whether he wanted to be the nail in the defense, or the hammer. "I said, 'I want to be the hammer coach.'"
by svenhoek on Nov 9, 2009 8:01 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
rec'd too
I can stand marsha
"Now that I'm here, I don't want to just be here, I want to be here for a long time." Hines Ward, 1998 4th round draft pick.
by kick him in the head on Nov 9, 2009 8:04 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
They just said there are "a ton" of Steeler fans in Denver for the game.
Woooo-HOOOOO!!!
by Billy52 on Nov 9, 2009 8:03 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Best traveling team in the league.
We could make noise in Lambeau Field. Nowhere is safe.
Ryan Clark remarked that Coach Tomlin once asked whether he wanted to be the nail in the defense, or the hammer. "I said, 'I want to be the hammer coach.'"
by svenhoek on Nov 9, 2009 8:04 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
In Denver!
I was part of the Steeler invasion in Washington for the MNF game last year, but a Steeler mob in Denver is much more impressive — no where near Pgh; rabid fan base; best team Denver’s had in years. Who the hell among the Bronco faithful is selling their tickets? Disgraceful.
by Citizen of Steeler Nation on Nov 9, 2009 8:06 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
im banking on the same situation
in miami
"Now that I'm here, I don't want to just be here, I want to be here for a long time." Hines Ward, 1998 4th round draft pick.
by kick him in the head on Nov 9, 2009 8:22 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
so who are our backup defensive ends
by ironmike55 on Nov 9, 2009 8:05 PM EST via mobile reply actions 0 recs
God I love being under-rated
Ryan Clark remarked that Coach Tomlin once asked whether he wanted to be the nail in the defense, or the hammer. "I said, 'I want to be the hammer coach.'"
by svenhoek on Nov 9, 2009 8:06 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, the talking heads are favoring the Broncos 5-3
But Ditka is perfect this season and he picked the Steelers.
by Billy52 on Nov 9, 2009 8:30 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
NEW DRINKING GAME
Every time someone says ‘Elite’ take a drink. We’ll all be drunk by halftime.
by since'75 on Nov 9, 2009 8:25 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
im in....
i can still drink if they don’t say it though?
"Now that I'm here, I don't want to just be here, I want to be here for a long time." Hines Ward, 1998 4th round draft pick.
by kick him in the head on Nov 9, 2009 8:35 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Of course you can. Got to calm the nerves somehow.
by since'75 on Nov 9, 2009 8:43 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Ike drops an interception: Drink!
by DwightWhite's Missing Tooth on Nov 9, 2009 8:40 PM EST via mobile up reply actions 0 recs
feels like forever since i last saw a game thread
by shleeve on Nov 9, 2009 8:31 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
+1
i’ve missed you all
...die trying
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by agentorange on Nov 9, 2009 8:32 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
dont be shy, you can say you have specifically missed me and only me………..i know what u really mean
by shleeve on Nov 9, 2009 8:35 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Lets go Steelers!
Hope they can make me happy again after watching last nites Eagles loss. [Eagles r my first fav. team, Steelrs 2nd.]
"The punt to DeSean Jackson. The punt. Short, Jackson takes it at the 32. Looks for running room, reverses the field. He's at the 40. 50, 45, 40, 35, 30, He's gonna go!
"McNabb in the shotgun again. McNabb takes the snap, fakes, he's back, he's looking, he is going deep for DeSean Jackson, who races, has it! TOUCHDOWN!!! DeSean Jackson!!
by xADx GoGreen4Ever on Nov 9, 2009 8:32 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Blitz orton and run the ball tonight
we do well on both of those things we win
by buckfan6 on Nov 9, 2009 8:37 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Hmmm....
I wonder if they’ll ever KICK OFF
"The punt to DeSean Jackson. The punt. Short, Jackson takes it at the 32. Looks for running room, reverses the field. He's at the 40. 50, 45, 40, 35, 30, He's gonna go!
"McNabb in the shotgun again. McNabb takes the snap, fakes, he's back, he's looking, he is going deep for DeSean Jackson, who races, has it! TOUCHDOWN!!! DeSean Jackson!!
by xADx GoGreen4Ever on Nov 9, 2009 8:41 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
This is the game where Blitz is proven correct on Denver being overrated. I dont see them hanging with us at all. Think of this game before the season started and we all figured it was an easy win. I think it still is.
by lostinbrownscountry on Nov 9, 2009 8:41 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
surprised they kicked to royal…good coverage.
...die trying
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by agentorange on Nov 9, 2009 8:41 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
nice.. thats the one part that scares me.. them damn kickoffs
by lostinbrownscountry on Nov 9, 2009 8:41 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
he lines up 10 yards off the receiver.. how the F you gonna defend doing that?
by lostinbrownscountry on Nov 9, 2009 8:43 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
wow.. he never looked away from Gay on that pass
by lostinbrownscountry on Nov 9, 2009 8:44 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
They had a week off…so why didn’t they ship some guys up to mile gh to adjust to the air.
by since'75 on Nov 9, 2009 8:45 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Gay u had it! Good play on his part tough
by shleeve on Nov 9, 2009 8:46 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
clark's pacing like a caged animal lol
by 1STstate bucco on Nov 9, 2009 8:46 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
yeah i was thinkin same thing.. its killin him not being on the field
by lostinbrownscountry on Nov 9, 2009 8:47 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Ty Carter did a great job of breaking up that interception.
by houksyndrome on Nov 9, 2009 8:47 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
You are right, it was Troy. Damnit Troy!
by houksyndrome on Nov 9, 2009 8:50 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Can you blame him though,
for not thinking Gay had it?
by since'75 on Nov 9, 2009 8:51 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Is William, Gay?
You have to hate losing more than you love winning.
by Mr MaLoR on Nov 9, 2009 8:48 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
oh goodie. mr. malor is here.
...die trying
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by agentorange on Nov 9, 2009 8:49 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
i was wondering who i was gonna yell at but no worries, thats all figured out now
by shleeve on Nov 9, 2009 8:50 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
naw.. your thinkin of that prison bitch on your team..
by lostinbrownscountry on Nov 9, 2009 8:50 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
why on Earth did he bring that out from 5 yards deep?
by houksyndrome on Nov 9, 2009 8:50 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
the crowd in denver is really into it. definately feels like a playoff atmosphere. gotta try and shut ’em up early
...die trying
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by agentorange on Nov 9, 2009 8:51 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Is Bettis dressed tonight?
You have to hate losing more than you love winning.
by Mr MaLoR on Nov 9, 2009 8:52 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
howdy all
Shame about that gay almost int
by SteelerBuddha on Nov 9, 2009 8:53 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
smh
i just logged in comp acting up, did i or did i not tell ppl about gay Vs. royal
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 8:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
what did you say?
haven’t been around all week.
by SteelerBuddha on Nov 9, 2009 8:54 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
looks like
running the ball is going to be a big part of the game plan, good idea
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 8:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
mendy lookin confident finding those holes and goin with it.. lot different from beginning of season
by lostinbrownscountry on Nov 9, 2009 8:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I am okay with him taking sacks on 3rd down.
by houksyndrome on Nov 9, 2009 8:56 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
we all know he holds the ball for awhile and why he does it, but that was riduclously long
by shleeve on Nov 9, 2009 8:57 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
what kinda camera view was that on the punt.. couldnt tell shit
by lostinbrownscountry on Nov 9, 2009 8:56 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Yep, they ran good D there. They also didn't give him any lanes to scramble through.
by houksyndrome on Nov 9, 2009 8:57 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
really?
i think he could have easily picked up the 4 yards.
...die trying
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by agentorange on Nov 9, 2009 8:58 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
although this isnt good
wanted to give that d more rest
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 8:57 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Outlet receiver?
Nobody stayed short on that play. Ben had no where to throw it.
by Citizen of Steeler Nation on Nov 9, 2009 8:57 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
good observation
poor scheme by arains
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 8:58 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
It did look like he was looking for someone nearby at the end there.
by since'75 on Nov 9, 2009 8:58 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
good call
everyone was 30 yards down field
by SteelerBuddha on Nov 9, 2009 8:58 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
The play that killed us on that drive was 2nd down, where Ben overthrew a wide open Ward
by houksyndrome on Nov 9, 2009 8:58 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
yea
but it was still a very makable 3rd down
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 8:58 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
You know...
we could always go back to the running game.
by since'75 on Nov 9, 2009 9:00 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
This looks like the same play scheme that the Bears had. Count to three and throw left toward Gay.
by StinkBomb on Nov 9, 2009 9:02 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
gotta get off the field on third down here
...die trying
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by agentorange on Nov 9, 2009 9:02 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
longest kick of berger’s career?
...die trying
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by agentorange on Nov 9, 2009 9:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
lets settle down here
weather the storm, should expected they would be coming off a bye week playing in that thin air, now let the offense get a long drive going resulting in 7
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 9:05 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Looked like they were trying to strip the ball from Ben on that sack.
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:05 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
does ben seem jumpy?
...die trying
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by agentorange on Nov 9, 2009 9:07 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
yes
He’ll settle down.
by Citizen of Steeler Nation on Nov 9, 2009 9:08 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I think hes jumpy because there has been consistently no one open so far
by Jett on Nov 9, 2009 9:10 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I wish we would quit snapping it at 0 or 1, easier for the D to time
by houksyndrome on Nov 9, 2009 9:08 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
ben is doing for his offensive line
so they wont be tired
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 9:08 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
2 sacks already,
3 straight passes, predictable
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 9:08 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
OK
They got chaps on the sideline. Not everything in Denver is to be despised…
by horndude on Nov 9, 2009 9:08 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
oh for the love of
they seem out of sync as a team, plus the broncos are anticipating our play calling well
by SteelerBuddha on Nov 9, 2009 9:08 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I don't like our WRs matched up on their CBs
by houksyndrome on Nov 9, 2009 9:10 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
they have
the all 90s team on cbs
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 9:10 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
+1
Their secondary is playing well. Arians needs to mix it up on the play calling. How about a draw or screen? Why are these basic plays not really in the Steeler playbook?
by Citizen of Steeler Nation on Nov 9, 2009 9:12 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Ben really looks out of sync
not sure what that pass was, for, lucky it wasn’t a pick
by SteelerBuddha on Nov 9, 2009 9:10 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
He threw it away; Wallace was blanketed.
by Billy52 on Nov 9, 2009 9:11 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
why not keep a guy short
as an outlet, we had a ton of time to throw, let mendy release and try to make a guy miss……
by SteelerBuddha on Nov 9, 2009 9:11 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
We need to run the ball against this D. Not sure how well the pass is gonna work.
by houksyndrome on Nov 9, 2009 9:11 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Agree
We need to set up the pass via the run tonight
by Jett on Nov 9, 2009 9:12 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
yes, looks like they are ready for the other way around
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:13 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
No reason
not to run some short pass plays, get back in rhythmn. By keeping the D on the field, you are sinking yourself into a hole.
by SteelerBuddha on Nov 9, 2009 9:13 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
now is the time
to see that it isnt working and try something else
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 9:13 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
That I knew
Ben looked angry after the last drive.
by SNW on Nov 9, 2009 9:13 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
reminds me of the eagles game last year
...die trying
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by agentorange on Nov 9, 2009 9:13 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
i am referring to the deep routes
...die trying
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by agentorange on Nov 9, 2009 9:14 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
please don't say that
Bring a towel to the game. Black or gold or yellow. If you don't have one buy one, If you can't buy one, dye one!!!
by SoCalSteelerFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:14 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Ben likes to go deep
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:14 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
YES
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:15 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
wow, Orton........
u made Carter look like Troy
by shleeve on Nov 9, 2009 9:15 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
We hit him while he was throwing. That's what we gotta do.
by houksyndrome on Nov 9, 2009 9:16 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Boy, we really needed that
BTW – Tryone looked SLOW running that back! Love that he made it!
by SteelerBuddha on Nov 9, 2009 9:17 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Love to see this D score!!
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:18 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
wasnt as slow as woodley though, he still holds that trophy
by shleeve on Nov 9, 2009 9:18 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Did Harrison get the shit held out of him on that play or was it just me?
by r0ry on Nov 9, 2009 9:17 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
should have been
a personal foul for unnessary roughness on that hold
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 9:18 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
yes
you may have noticed it, because it looked more or less like every other play
by SteelerBuddha on Nov 9, 2009 9:18 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
no doubt
i was looking for the flag then it was picked
"Elvis Andrus has just preformed a MIRACLE!"
-Eric Nadel, 5/4/09
by Mizzou12 on Nov 9, 2009 9:18 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I was having a fit about it as well when the pick happened.
by since'75 on Nov 9, 2009 9:22 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
OK - now everyone join me on this one
you NEED to protect on this kick, tired D, mile High, sick kick returner. Pay attention boys
by SteelerBuddha on Nov 9, 2009 9:17 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
they listened
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:19 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Last THREE TDs
scored by Defense on returns!!
by Citizen of Steeler Nation on Nov 9, 2009 9:18 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Ben needs to get reading coverage faster
by MidwestSteeler on Nov 9, 2009 9:18 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
How can we ever survive against the "razor sharp" Kyle Orton?
by Billy52 on Nov 9, 2009 9:18 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I think there holding us every damn play
by buckfan6 on Nov 9, 2009 9:18 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I haven't seen a flag yet so it can't be true
by SNW on Nov 9, 2009 9:20 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I like the replay of Ty Laws great play and he had hold of Wards jersey the whole time.
by SNW on Nov 9, 2009 9:20 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
If the league thinks you are the dirtiest player, then that is legal.
by StinkBomb on Nov 9, 2009 9:22 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
huuuuge!
hey guys. big, big play. Denver’s defense has looked good. That was a HUGE play by Carter. Woot.
William Gay is a liability on this defense. Getting picked on sooo much.
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:19 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
It's the old "a chain is only as strong as its weakest link".
by houksyndrome on Nov 9, 2009 9:20 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
would like to see him "pick" next :)
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:21 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Ziggy Hood with the pressure on the INT, just an FYI
by Jett on Nov 9, 2009 9:22 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
kyle orton!
Love it.
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:22 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Orton gettin nervous yet?
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:22 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
damnit deshea
So fucking sloppy
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:22 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
why isn’t he starting again? Oh, yeah.
by StinkBomb on Nov 9, 2009 9:23 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
fox really is an excellent backup.. i love timmons but sooo glad we have fox as a backup
by lostinbrownscountry on Nov 9, 2009 9:24 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
ike taylor
is so much better at tackling than gay and deshea
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:24 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
huge play here
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:24 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
yes
...die trying
http://www.agentorangerecords.blogspot.com
by agentorange on Nov 9, 2009 9:26 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Oh I like the way this game is starting to look, LeBeau licking his chops
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:26 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Hampton:
“I need some air! WTF happened to the air?!”
by horndude on Nov 9, 2009 9:27 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
FINALLY
a physical play by Gay
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:27 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
If they reverse this, they should go back in time and not reverse Hines Ward’s TD catch a few weeks back
by Jett on Nov 9, 2009 9:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
incomplete, thanks for blowing a timeout denver
by buckfan6 on Nov 9, 2009 9:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
that looked like a catch and then two feet down and he looked upfield and then it was stripped and out of bounds. Should be ruled a first down.
If Taylor Swift were to try and tackle me, I'd let her.
by kentuckybronco on Nov 9, 2009 9:29 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
good call
If Taylor Swift were to try and tackle me, I'd let her.
by kentuckybronco on Nov 9, 2009 9:31 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
bummer, nevermind
If Taylor Swift were to try and tackle me, I'd let her.
by kentuckybronco on Nov 9, 2009 9:30 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
defense has been on the field a lot this half.. hope that doesnt wear us out for the 2nd half
by lostinbrownscountry on Nov 9, 2009 9:29 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
good point
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:29 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
the offense needs to get a good drive to rest the d
by tha1andonly57@aim.com on Nov 9, 2009 9:30 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
a few runs?
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:30 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
if the call stands, does denver go for it here on 4th down?
...die trying
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by agentorange on Nov 9, 2009 9:30 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
bout fucking time
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:32 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
lets go, huge stop
obvious call there
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:32 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
"I've seen a lot worse not called I'll tell you that."
yeah on most of their other plays it’s worse.
by houksyndrome on Nov 9, 2009 9:32 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Wow, on Harrison!!!
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:33 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
LOL
Mitch Berger ladies and gentlemen!
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:33 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
you all can have him back...........
If Taylor Swift were to try and tackle me, I'd let her.
by kentuckybronco on Nov 9, 2009 9:33 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
lol
If Taylor Swift were to try and tackle me, I'd let her.
by kentuckybronco on Nov 9, 2009 9:34 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Wait...
the Broncos picked up Mitch Berger????
He’s our secret weapon tonight…
by SteelerInVirginia on Nov 9, 2009 9:33 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
his way of thanking them for that Super Bowl ring
by Tizoc on Nov 9, 2009 9:34 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
now thats funny.. seemed like so many peeps tried posting at once right after we got the hold call.. wouldnt post for awhile there.. lol
by lostinbrownscountry on Nov 9, 2009 9:33 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Now Let's See some Offense
Mix it up a bit, BA!
by Citizen of Steeler Nation on Nov 9, 2009 9:34 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Thin Air
Ziggy Hood is getting more snap than Big Snack
by Bitfailu on Nov 9, 2009 9:35 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
damn
Mendys gotta be careful. Almots was stripped there
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:35 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Finally, Berger
Is helping the Steelers.
by VinniePie on Nov 9, 2009 9:36 PM EST via mobile reply actions 0 recs
Big conversion there, need to give the D a rest
by Jett on Nov 9, 2009 9:37 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
good first down
Now run the ball!! No huddle too.
by MelBlunt on Nov 9, 2009 9:37 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
a td score would be HUUUUGE
or even a FG.. We get the ball to start the second half too.
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:38 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Good to see Wallace not breahing heavy
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:38 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
wheres heath?? need to get the big guy a catch!!
by lostinbrownscountry on Nov 9, 2009 9:38 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
OK, the other team lines 8 guys up at the LOS, obvious blitz and we can't run a slant?
by houksyndrome on Nov 9, 2009 9:40 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Willie Who?
Is he even playing?
by Citizen of Steeler Nation on Nov 9, 2009 9:41 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
i'm screaming the same thing
we need to run some quick timing routes to get them to pull up on their pressure a bit.
...die trying
http://www.agentorangerecords.blogspot.com
by agentorange on Nov 9, 2009 9:41 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
no offense... looking like the steelers of last year
by tha1andonly57@aim.com on Nov 9, 2009 9:41 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
if we can make a stop here
2 minute no-huddle
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 9:44 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
If they do and score
we won’t see the no huddle again all night.
by SNW on Nov 9, 2009 9:45 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
no harm no foul
WE havent looked good and theyre playing lights out. Scoreboard though – all that matters
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:44 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
this is what the broncos have been doing all year
keep it close and win in the 2nd half, we need the ball back and a quick TD
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 9:45 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I missed the first half
Did we even drive in the Broncos territory?
by Han on Nov 9, 2009 9:44 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Need something
to make since’75 wake the baby again.
by horndude on Nov 9, 2009 9:44 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Be great to get out of this half with the 4 point lead
BA needs to be doing some serious re-thinking of strategy at the half
by MelBlunt on Nov 9, 2009 9:45 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
can't think like that
more like, lets get the ball back and score a quick TD and go in to the half up 11
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 9:46 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
The bye week lasted forever, but that half went so fast!
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:45 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
wow!
Great play by Keisel!
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:47 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Nice try Orton, but you can’t move the Keisel.
by Tizoc on Nov 9, 2009 9:47 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
And Troy demonstrates excellent tackling technique.
by Tizoc on Nov 9, 2009 9:48 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
nah
Dont mind not calling timeout. They get a chance to think things over and maybe get a 1st down if we call timeout. With no timeout, theyre guaranteed to run that weak draw.
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:49 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
we got their home crowd booing
sweet. silly fans.
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:48 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
yea i hate that
heard philly doing that in the first quarter, i’m like what are u booing for… chill out u save boos so they mean something – like last year 1st game against te ravens
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 9:49 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Broncos are running scared!
Didn’t even TRY to do anything there.
by Citizen of Steeler Nation on Nov 9, 2009 9:48 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Thank god Denver have Orton
To make this game close. Our O is doing squat.
by Han on Nov 9, 2009 9:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
all it takes is
one mis tackle keep hope alive
by tannofsteel84 on Nov 9, 2009 9:50 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Time for logan to do something
One sees much from a valley, little from a peak -- Buddhist Monk
by michigan_lawyer on Nov 9, 2009 9:50 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
He got pushed
Make it 5 and we’ll call it a day
by Tizoc on Nov 9, 2009 9:51 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Not only can he not catch, he knocks us back 10
by mojo88 on Nov 9, 2009 9:52 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
steelers mvp’s of the first half: kyle orton, mitch berger
...die trying
http://www.agentorangerecords.blogspot.com
by agentorange on Nov 9, 2009 9:53 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Limas, just keeps disapointing.
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Well I can say this for sure
the half went fast.
by SNW on Nov 9, 2009 9:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
was a quick half to wait 15 days for :)
"I believe the game is designed to reward the ones who hit the hardest. If you can't take it, you shouldn't play." Jack Lambert
by LongTimeSteelersFan on Nov 9, 2009 9:55 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
just went up
THIS THREAD CLOSED. thanks.
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by Blitzburgh on Nov 9, 2009 9:59 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Sweed Held on to that one!
maintained control all the way to the ground
by Bitfailu on Nov 9, 2009 10:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Hello Buckhalter Meet Deebo
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