Farrior also out, Stevenson Sylvester starting for him

[Psycho Ward 86]

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d82396933/article/ward-ankle-farrior-calf-wont-suit-up-for-steelers-in-week-8?module=HP11_headline_stack

Um wow that was unexpected. i guess Timmons stays at OLB where he is a lot less effective, not that i blame the coaching staff. We just dont have a lot of options. Well Mclendon did ok in his first career start, lets hope Sly does the same. Essentially we're starting 3 back up linebackers today fellas (Foote, Sly, and Timmons doesnt normally play OLB)...that's a match up i just dont like

[steelerdude15]

O boy...

[Count Steeler]

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d82396933/article/ward-ankle-farrior-calf-wont-suit-up-for-steelers-in-week-8?module=HP11_headline_stack

Um wow that was unexpected. i guess Timmons stays at OLB where he is a lot less effective, not that i blame the coaching staff. We just dont have a lot of options. Well Mclendon did ok in his first career start, lets hope Sly does the same. Essentially we're starting 3 back up linebackers today fellas (Foote, Sly, and Timmons doesnt normally play OLB)...that's a match up i just dont like

Offense has to win this one. 45 points ought to do it.

[tube517]

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d82396933/article/ward-ankle-farrior-calf-wont-suit-up-for-steelers-in-week-8?module=HP11_headline_stack

Um wow that was unexpected. i guess Timmons stays at OLB where he is a lot less effective, not that i blame the coaching staff. We just dont have a lot of options. Well Mclendon did ok in his first career start, lets hope Sly does the same. Essentially we're starting 3 back up linebackers today fellas (Foote, Sly, and Timmons doesnt normally play OLB)...that's a match up i just dont like

Worilds is out too so they can't really move Timmons back to ILB.

[Dino 6 Rings]

Good. Now when we win the game with our backups it'll be even sweeter.

[SteelerFanInStl]

I'm surprised that Foote isn't starting. I like what I've seen of Sylvester but with his limited experience, this is a bit scary.

[Count Steeler]

Worilds is out too so they can't really move Timmons back to ILB.

Carter may play some OLB, he has played some snaps in the last 2 games. That way Timmons can move inside. I wonder who takes over the play calling.

[steeldevil]

I'm surprised that Foote isn't starting. I like what I've seen of Sylvester but with his limited experience, this is a bit scary.

He is starting. Sly is starting in Farrior's spot.

[st33lersguy]

This is trouble.

[Psycho Ward 86]

Worilds is out too so they can't really move Timmons back to ILB.

omg, is Chris Carter our only backup? This game is gonna be ugly...

[slippy]

pats* will burn the steelers D no matter who's in there. this one is up to the O to win. i wanna see some points!!!

[Edman]

This is a game the Offense has to win. The Defense is already at a disadvantage, but they most definitely are not going to help for **** today.

Ben and the Offense needs to get over whatever demons they have against New England and step up big time today.

[Bluecoat96]

omg, is Chris Carter our only backup? This game is gonna be ugly...

Morty Ivy is active as well.

[steelreserve]

Could work out in our favor if you ask me. The Patriots have owned Farrior the past few times we've played. Can't cover Welker; can't cover the TEs; can't cover the RB; ends up chasing WRs from behind after short passes and can't make the tackle; ends us chasing the RB from behind on running plays and can't make the tackle. Maybe having some fresh legs in there will actually help.

[The Duke]

pats* will burn the steelers D no matter who's in there. this one is up to the O to win. i wanna see some points!!!

exactly

Offense falters and we lose. Not much the D can do really

and at the very least, a learning experience for our future ILB Sly!

[Psycho Ward 86]

Morty Ivy is active as well.

that's reassuring :(

[Count Steeler]

Play Troy as a LB/FS/Rover and play Mundy? Our LB position is weaker today.

[JayC]

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pats* will burn the steelers D no matter who's in there. this one is up to the O to win. i wanna see some points!!!

[TomlinSteelTribe]

Play Troy as a LB/FS/Rover and play Mundy? Our LB position is weaker today.


I think this is a good idea. By playing more DBs, Polamalu doesn't have to match up in coverage.

[Steeltreal]

I predict a Sack and a forced fumble from Sly, the coaches have to trust in his speed over Foote..