WILD CARD ROUND: Steelers vs Broncos, Sunday 4:30pm [Archive]

Count Steeler

01-01-2012, 06:28 PM

Hi Ho, Hi Ho, It's off to work we go. Now the real season starts.

No more excuses, no more second chances. Win or go home. Here we go Steelers, here we GO!

Edman

01-01-2012, 06:28 PM

I really don't like our chances banged up and traveling with our anemic offense. This team plays right into the trap of getting Tebow'd.

fansince'76

01-01-2012, 06:28 PM

Wish me luck on getting tix!

polamalubeast

01-01-2012, 06:30 PM

I really don't like our chances banged up and traveling with our anemic offense. This team plays right into the trap of getting Tebow'd.

It's a new season.

One game at a time!

Chidi29

01-01-2012, 06:32 PM

Clark playing? You guys think it'll happen?

GBMelBlount

01-01-2012, 06:33 PM

Thankfully we played all of our starters and gimped players the entire game and are 12-4 instead of 11-5. :rolleyes:

Devilsdancefloor

01-01-2012, 06:35 PM

Wish me luck on getting tix!

i hope you get tickets that would be awesome for you!!

zulater

01-01-2012, 06:36 PM

This means no Ryan Clark. That's a big loss for us combined with the injuries we sustained.

Also losing Cortez Allen really sucks. This means we'll have to deal with mcFadden.

As to the match up next week. All the pressure's on the Steelers. The Broncos are playing with house money, and if they keep it close they'll be very dangerous.

We need to deliver a quick knock out ( which I believe we're capable of) otherwise we could easily lose this one.

It's a shame the NFL doesn't award home games based on best record over divsion winners as the NBA and NHL do. I don't just say this because the Steelers are being screwed by the system, I've also said this past years when the pathetic Seahawks hosted the Saints, and the Colts had to go to the 8-8 Chargers
a few years earliar.

Oh well it's what we get for losing that home game to the Ravens.

Devilsdancefloor

01-01-2012, 06:37 PM

Clark playing? You guys think it'll happen?

he was cleared last time we played there, but watch in duce staley apparel

zulater

01-01-2012, 06:37 PM

Thankfully we played all of our starters and gimped players the entire game and are 12-4 instead of 11-5. :rolleyes:

I think it was important to go into the playoffs with some momentum. I'm glad we played it hard all the way.

Edman

01-01-2012, 06:39 PM

Tebow going 6 for 22 for 60 yds vs KC

Watch him look all-world against the Steelers next week.

Boh

01-01-2012, 06:42 PM

Poor denver, lol

Chidi29

01-01-2012, 06:42 PM

Watch him look all-world against the Steelers next week.

Running quarterbacks always seem so frustrating for us.

But Tebow has been ice cold and turnover prone. Good recipe.

Broncos' pass rush scares the heck out of me. Strong rushers + road game has equaled bad news for us this season.

X-Terminator

01-01-2012, 06:43 PM

What DAY and TIME ?

That will not be decided until after the Giants/Cowboys game.

Anyway, I'm more concerned about this matchup because the Steelers have had problems stopping the run, and that's what the Broncos do best. I'm not worried at all about Tebow having to throw the football, because he totally sucks at it.

fansince'76

01-01-2012, 06:44 PM

i hope you get tickets that would be awesome for you!!

So far $600 per for 100-level seats and $200 per for 500-level. Jeezus.

Carolina Steelers

01-01-2012, 06:44 PM

Watch him look all-world against the Steelers next week.

Not goin happen, Tebow wont know whats coming, and when its coming

stillers4me

01-01-2012, 06:46 PM

It's not going to be Tebowtime. It's going to be Troytime.

polamalubeast

01-01-2012, 06:48 PM

With Ben Roethlisberger, the Steelers scored on average 26.8 points per game in 13 playoffs games.

And they scored 20 points in each game.

Steeltreal

01-01-2012, 06:49 PM

Chidi29

01-01-2012, 06:53 PM

How much will not having Clark affect the secondary next week?
Im not even sure we have seen him replaced this season, Will Allen ? Mundy ? Cromartie Smith. You obviously need Troy in the box more often than not.

Clark is instrumental in stopping long runs. LeBeau has said that himself. And we're completely comfortable with having Clark stay as the single high safety in coverage and let Troy bounce around at the line. Also the ability to have him and Troy swap safety spots at times. Lot of confidence/trust and knowledge of the playbook.

If Clark doesn't play, Mundy will get the start.

Crow-Magnon

01-01-2012, 06:54 PM

If the Steelers play Denver, I think you will be getting them at a good time. The shine has done worn off of Tebow.

zulater

01-01-2012, 06:54 PM

Clark is instrumental in stopping long runs. LeBeau has said that himself. And we're completely comfortable with having Clark stay as the single high safety in coverage and let Troy bounce around at the line. Also the ability to have him and Troy swap safety spots at times. Lot of confidence/trust and knowledge of the playbook.

If Clark doesn't play, Mundy will get the start.

Mundy is much improved this year. But losing Clark will still hurt a lot.

fansince'76

01-01-2012, 06:54 PM

As far as I know, the altitude shouldn't affect Clark since he had his spleen removed. He made the trip in '09 when the Steelers were here last and sat on the sidelines to see if it would affect him and it didn't, IIRC.

tube517

01-01-2012, 06:55 PM

Clark means a lot to the defense and gives Troy balance. I like Mundy but obviously would prefer Clark back there

Chidi29

01-01-2012, 06:55 PM

As far as I know, the altitude shouldn't affect Clark since he had his spleen removed. He made the trip in '09 and sat on the sidelines to see if it would affect him and it didn't, IIRC.

But he still didn't play.

Obviously though, a playoff game has influence in the decision.

Moose

01-01-2012, 06:56 PM

Hey, we won the SB coming in at 6th seed, so a 5th is doable ! It just pisses me off knowing the chances we had of being a 1 or 2 seed and let it slip through our fingers with some bonehead playing. Oh well......like said before....it's 1 game at a time folks !!! GO STEELER's

Chidi29

01-01-2012, 06:56 PM

Mundy is much improved this year. But losing Clark will still hurt a lot.

You're right on both fronts. I've definitely been happy with Mundy when called upon. But like you said, can't replace Clark.

And to think we almost lost this guy to Miami.

Steeldude

01-01-2012, 06:57 PM

i think mundy will be ok. the steelers shouldn't need clark against the broncos

fansince'76

01-01-2012, 06:58 PM

But he still didn't play.

Obviously though, a playoff game has influence in the decision.

Exactly. Sitting on the sideline is still a far cry from playing. His safety is what's paramount here.

Chidi29

01-01-2012, 06:58 PM

Exactly. Sitting on the sideline is still a far cry from playing. His safety is what's paramount here.

Agreed, but man would it hurt to have him out.

Iron Steeler

01-01-2012, 07:00 PM

What day is one?

Lambert_Loonie

01-01-2012, 07:14 PM

The Broncos might be 8-8 and on a losing streak, but their strengths (pass rush, running the ball) are our weaknesses. It's not a matchup I'm 110% thrilled with, but it's a winnable game.

stillers4me

01-01-2012, 07:29 PM

I think I read that he went to Denver last time, and passed all the tests. But personally, I wouldn't take the chance with his life.

I just don't trust "tests". My stepdad passed a stress test right before Thanksgiving and ended up have a 5 way bypass this week. My dad passed a stress test and had a massive heart attack less than a week later. So much for "tests".

Bluecoat96

01-01-2012, 07:37 PM

What DAY and TIME ?

I have to chaperone a HS dance on Saturday night, so I'm sure that's when the Steelers will play. :)

ALLD

01-01-2012, 07:38 PM

Put Polamalu as a shadow on Tebow the entire game, stack the box and play man coverage with the rest. As long as we score three field goals we should win.

GodfatherofSoul

01-01-2012, 07:58 PM

Did anyone hear Champ Baily calling out Tebow in the post-game interview? Sounds like the defense is getting tired of bailing him out

86WARD

01-01-2012, 08:12 PM

Clark playing? You guys think it'll happen?

Was thinking the same thing. Gonna be risky if he does. I have faith in Mundy if he's called upon.

The overall play of the team on the road concerns me more...

steelerdude15

01-01-2012, 08:21 PM

I certainly feel that it is a winnable game, but I bet its a tough one. The Steelers are banged up; Mendy isn't playing against the Broncos and could be out until next season. I feel losing Mendy and with all the other injuries, it will affect this team.

polamalubeast

01-01-2012, 08:50 PM

Was thinking the same thing. Gonna be risky if he does. I have faith in Mundy if he's called upon.

The overall play of the team on the road concerns me more...

And the turnovers ratio too(-13 this year)

stillers4me

01-01-2012, 08:52 PM

Put Polamalu as a shadow on Tebow the entire game, stack the box and play man coverage with the rest. As long as we score three field goals we should win.

I shall defer to this thread... :lol:

http://www.steelersuniverse.com/forums/showthread.php/11516-I-hope-Suisham-gets-cut-tomorrow

steelerdude15

01-01-2012, 08:52 PM

And the turnovers ratio too(-13 this year)
Yeah, that stat certainly raises an eyebrow. Something you wouldn't expect out of a playoff team.

stillers4me

01-01-2012, 08:57 PM

Scott Brown@ScottBrown_Trib1m (http://www.steelersuniverse.com/#!/ScottBrown_Trib/status/153670230424567809)
Clark said if he doesn't play in Denver he will emulate Broncos S Brian Dawkins in practice.

Scott Brown@ScottBrown_Trib2m (http://www.steelersuniverse.com/#!/ScottBrown_Trib/status/153670330878140416)That is an indication that Steelers will make decision on Clark sooner rather than later.

steelerdude15

01-01-2012, 08:59 PM

It's just been announced that the Steelers and Broncos will be playing at 4:30 on Sunday.

stillers4me

01-01-2012, 08:59 PM

Steelers Digest@SteelersDigest10s (http://www.steelersuniverse.com/#!/SteelersDigest/status/153671063002284032)
Steelers to play at Denver on Sunday, Jan. 8 with kickoff at 4:30 pm EST.

polamalubeast

01-01-2012, 09:00 PM

It's official

steelerdude15

01-01-2012, 09:01 PM

Nice using military hours. If anyone needs a translation, that's 4:30.

Bluecoat96

01-01-2012, 09:02 PM

It's just been announced that the Steelers and Broncos will be playing at 4:30 on Sunday.

I have to chaperone a HS dance on Saturday night, so I'm sure that's when the Steelers will play. :)

Whew....I figured I'd be missing the game for sure knowing my luck.

steelerdude15

01-01-2012, 09:05 PM

I'm looking forward to this game.

fansince'76

01-01-2012, 09:07 PM

Hey Shoes, are you coming into town for the game, by chance?

Shoes

01-01-2012, 09:10 PM

Hey Shoes, are you coming into town for the game, by chance?

No, unfortunately I've got a very busy week thru sat. Are you going to be able to get tickets?

fansince'76

01-01-2012, 09:13 PM

No, unfortunately I've got a very busy week thru sat. Are you going to be able to get tickets?

Not sure - I'm going to try like hell, though. I refuse to get completely fleeced, however.

Too bad you cant make it into town.

steelerdude15

01-01-2012, 09:14 PM

Not sure - I'm going to try like hell, though. I refused to get completely fleeced, however.

Good luck! If you go, take pictures!

BlastFurnace

01-01-2012, 09:17 PM

I'd feel more comfortable losing Clark for a game if Cortez Allen didn't get hurt today.

Steelers are getting thin in the defensive backfield.

Chidi29

01-01-2012, 09:23 PM

I'd feel more comfortable losing Clark for a game if Cortez Allen didn't get hurt today.

Steelers are getting thin in the defensive backfield.

Anyone know what Allen's injury is? Tomlin said that aside from Mendenhall, the other injuries were relatively minor. Looked like his shouler popped out of place.

Allen really hadn't been playing much on defense lately since he hadn't faced a team with a lot of weapons at WR and had to dip into our dime packages. If he's out, it's a loss on special teams, but McFadden has done well there. And I think he'll be fine if he has to take a few snaps on defense to. He really isn't that bad, not nearly as much as some make him out to be.

X-Terminator

01-01-2012, 09:23 PM

Thing is, though, that may not be all that bad since Tebow can't hit the broad side of a barn. If the Steelers can stop the Broncos' running game, that will go a long way toward helping them win.

steelerdude15

01-01-2012, 09:27 PM

Thing is, though, that may not be all that bad since Tebow can't hit the broad side of a barn. If the Steelers can stop the Broncos' running game, that will go a long way toward helping them win.
I agree, we stop their ability to run and eliminate their LB's, we should win.

Devilsdancefloor

01-01-2012, 09:30 PM

Nice using military hours. If anyone needs a translation, that's 4:30.

we are the only country i believe that doesnt use "military time" i know all the places i have bene in europe use it :)

Shoes

01-01-2012, 09:31 PM

Not sure - I'm going to try like hell, though. I refuse to get completely fleeced, however.

Too bad you cant make it into town.

If there is anyway possible I'll let you know......otherwise stay clear of the paper towel dispensers. If you need someone to bail you out of jail give me a ring :chuckle:

stillers4me

01-01-2012, 09:32 PM

UPDATE 10:23 p.m. ET: The Steelers have forwarded to PFT the specific answer provided after the game by coach Mike Tomlin as to Clark’s status. “We’re going to meet with the doctors at some point tomorrow or Tuesday,” Tomlin said. “It’s a discussion. Last time we went we exercised some precaution. We choose not to play him, but we worked him out extensively to see how he responded to that. We gathered information and data in that regard. Now we get an opportunity to utilize that. Now we will put some heads together. When I am talking about heads I am talking about medical experts, not myself. We’ll see what the medical experts have to say and then we’ll go from there.”
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/01/01/ryan-clarks-status-up-in-the-air-for-playoff-game-in-denver/#comments

fansince'76

01-01-2012, 09:33 PM

If there is anyway possible I'll let you know......otherwise stay clear of the paper towel dispensers. If you need someone to bail you out of jail give me a ring :chuckle:

Chances are I'll be going with my coworker (we're a two-man network admin shop) and he's a Broncos fan, so it might get interesting. :chuckle: That is, if we can score tickets.

steelerdude15

01-01-2012, 09:33 PM

Here's an awesome pump up video for everyone:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAL2bxQdbXw&list=UUvVtUFPvUi2vraNYvVqePBQ&index=1&feature=plcp

Chidi29

01-01-2012, 09:34 PM

Like you said though stillers, last time Clark was cleared by the doctors by Tomlin sat him. I imagine the same will be said this time.

So even though Tomlin said it wasn't his call, it really is.

steelerdude15

01-01-2012, 09:38 PM

Like you said though stillers, last time Clark was cleared by the doctors by Tomlin sat him. I imagine the same will be said this time.

So even though Tomlin said it wasn't his call, it really is.

Mundy has proven to be a reliable piece of the secondary when needed. I'm not worried about playing Mundy in place of Clark.

steelerdude15

01-01-2012, 09:40 PM

we are the only country i believe that doesnt use "military time" i know all the places i have bene in europe use it :)
Second thing I've learned tonight. :chuckle:

JayC

01-01-2012, 09:46 PM

goodell must have some special reasoning for setting us as the last game

Chidi29

01-01-2012, 09:52 PM

Mundy has proven to be a reliable piece of the secondary when needed. I'm not worried about playing Mundy in place of Clark.

I like Mundy but there isn't a better FS in this league against the run than Clark. Mundy won't replace that ultra-aggressive, kamikaze attitude Clark plays with.

steelerdude15

01-01-2012, 09:55 PM

I like Mundy but there isn't a better FS in this league against the run than Clark. Mundy won't replace that ultra-aggressive, kamikaze attitude Clark plays with.
True that.

katmandu

01-01-2012, 09:57 PM

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/schedules/postseason

AFC: No. 5 Pittsburgh (http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/page/PIT) at No. 4 Denver (http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/page/DEN)
4:30 p.m.
CBS

SMR

01-02-2012, 12:40 AM

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/schedules/postseason

AFC: No. 5 Pittsburgh (http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/page/PIT) at No. 4 Denver (http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/page/DEN)
4:30 p.m.
CBS

Thanks for the heads up.

Here We go Steelers, here we go!!

GoSlash27

01-02-2012, 06:15 AM

Nice using military hours. If anyone needs a translation, that's 4:30.
Actually, wouldn't that work out to 10:30AM EST? Zulu time and all...

stillers4me

01-02-2012, 09:32 AM

Mike Bires@mikebires12m (http://www.steelersuniverse.com/#!/mikebires/status/153857864438521856)
Steelers favored by 8 to win their wild-card game in Denver

polamalubeast

01-02-2012, 09:43 AM

This is the first time since 2005 that the Steelers will play on the road

Steelers can win on the road in the playoffs

https://www.msu.edu/~pongsree/some%20cliparts/Steelers/white.JPG

steelerdiva

01-02-2012, 11:45 AM

Here's an awesome pump up video for everyone:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAL2bxQdbXw&list=UUvVtUFPvUi2vraNYvVqePBQ&index=1&feature=plcp

LOVE THAT! Will have to add that to my playlist. I loved how the creator fused the footage from the old Steeler teams with the new! Great find! Thanks!

polamalubeast

01-04-2012, 01:20 PM

http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/s320x320/405052_2790371791764_1032435863_2980876_712620978_ n.jpg

Crow-Magnon

01-04-2012, 06:32 PM

SteelGhost

01-04-2012, 07:47 PM

I just spent some time perusing a Broncos Forum. Holy Mother of God! It's chock-full of Bible thumpers and lunatics! They are GLAD they are playing the Steelers, as they "match up well" against Pittsburgh. I'd like to know how a QB who went 6 for 22 for 60 yards matches up well with the NFL's (ok, this is hard for me to say) #1 overall defense in 2011 (and #1 against the pass). And while McGahee is still a great RB, he will be up against the #8 defense against the run.

Seriously.......I'd start Batch and beginning planning a trip to M&T Bank or Gillette Stadium.

Thanks for admitting it Crow, you're a classy Ravens Fan :thumbsup:

Even though, I'm not sure about starting Batch against the Broncos :chuckle:

stillers4me

01-04-2012, 08:01 PM

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/384437_3037711544588_1316982715_33344600_208257971 5_n.jpg

stillers4me

01-04-2012, 08:01 PM

http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/374179_205146046243722_100002449831507_438867_1583 35566_n.jpg

VTsteel

01-04-2012, 08:02 PM

Here's an awesome pump up video for everyone:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAL2bxQdbXw&list=UUvVtUFPvUi2vraNYvVqePBQ&index=1&feature=plcp

Excellent!

fansince'76

01-04-2012, 08:34 PM

I just spent some time perusing a Broncos Forum. Holy Mother of God! It's chock-full of Bible thumpers and lunatics! They are GLAD they are playing the Steelers, as they "match up well" against Pittsburgh. I'd like to know how a QB who went 6 for 22 for 60 yards matches up well with the NFL's (ok, this is hard for me to say) #1 overall defense in 2011 (and #1 against the pass). And while McGahee is still a great RB, he will be up against the #8 defense against the run.

Seriously.......I'd start Batch and beginning planning a trip to M&T Bank or Gillette Stadium.

I've heard of several people where I work who are Broncos season ticket holders that are selling their tickets because they expect a blowout in our favor and won't even bother to go because of it. From what I've experienced this week so far, there's not a lot of confidence with Broncos fans that they're going to win.

Dino 6 Rings

01-05-2012, 11:52 AM

SPANN SPANN SPANN REDMAN CLAY AND SPANN!!!

LOL!

GodfatherofSoul

01-05-2012, 12:04 PM

suitanim

01-05-2012, 12:11 PM

SPANN SPANN SPANN REDMAN CLAY AND SPANN!!!

LOL!

Classic Monty Python bit!

Dino 6 Rings

01-05-2012, 12:20 PM

Classic Monty Python bit!

Glad you caught that, its exactly what I was going for!

Dino 6 Rings

01-05-2012, 12:21 PM

I'd feel as confident as everyone else if we didn't have a tradition of making clown QBs look like hall-of-famers. And, Tebow is in a class of his own in that department. He'll probably throw for 500 yards and 6 TDs according to trend.

Tebow will go 6 for 18 with 2 interceptions and 28 yards, he will have 38 yards rushing...all in the first half, and then...we should be ready for their back up cause that is what is coming in the second half when we are already up by 36 points.

tube517

01-05-2012, 12:34 PM

I'd feel as confident as everyone else if we didn't have a tradition of making clown QBs look like hall-of-famers. And, Tebow is in a class of his own in that department. He'll probably throw for 500 yards and 6 TDs according to trend.

Yes, We will have a 13-0 lead all game, going into the 4th. They will score a TD with about 6 minutes to play, we'll get a 3 and out on the next possession and the last 2 minutes will be Tebow driving down the field with all of steeler nation having heart palpitations or chewing their nails off.

Moose

01-05-2012, 01:43 PM

Yes, We will have a 13-0 lead all game, going into the 4th. They will score a TD with about 6 minutes to play, we'll get a 3 and out on the next possession and the last 2 minutes will be Tebow driving down the field with all of steeler nation having heart palpitations or chewing their nails off.
I hate the thought tube517, but I've watched way too many of the type of game you are describing, way too many ! And I can see this game being one of them also. I sure hope it's a blow-out like so many on this board think it will be, sure would make it easier on the heart !! and fingernails !

Chidi29

01-05-2012, 02:08 PM

Chidi29

01-05-2012, 02:09 PM

Quick side note.

Aaron Smith said his spinal fusion was a success and that he could've played today had he not been put on IR.

steelerdude15

01-05-2012, 02:13 PM

Quick side note.

Aaron Smith said his spinal fusion was a success and that he could've played today had he not been put on IR.

This makes me feel bad.

Chidi29

01-05-2012, 02:21 PM

This makes me feel bad.

I'm just happy the surgery was a success. Neck/spine issues are nothing to sneeze at.

GodfatherofSoul

01-05-2012, 02:36 PM

So, is there anything like an IR penalty to get a guy back on your squad, or is IR like a season death sentence?

Chidi29

01-05-2012, 03:32 PM

So, is there anything like an IR penalty to get a guy back on your squad, or is IR like a season death sentence?

Once you're put on it, you're done for the year.

Craic

01-05-2012, 04:24 PM

Quick side note.

Aaron Smith said his spinal fusion was a success and that he could've played today had he not been put on IR.

There's no way I want him playing again. Sit down Aaron, you've had too many injuries of late and who knows if the next one will be life changing. Take care of your family and especially, your son who's recovering from cancer. Enjoy the future.

zulater

01-05-2012, 04:38 PM

There's no way I want him playing again. Sit down Aaron, you've had too many injuries of late and who knows if the next one will be life changing. Take care of your family and especially, your son who's recovering from cancer. Enjoy the future.

I'm sure he will consider all the possibilities before making his decision and make the right choice for himself and his family, whatever that may be. I'm guessing that he will retire. But if he comes back you can bet the prognosis is favorable and the risk low.