House money - is this the most relaxed Steelers game you will watch?

[ETL]

I don’t know about you guys but I have never been so at ease about an upcoming Steelers game than this one. Why? Because in so many ways we shouldn’t even have this opportunity to see the Steelers play again this season and see Ben for another game. And of course we are not expected to win and that angst about winning is not causing stress.

I am grateful to see them play. No matter what the outcome. I am grateful for Ben and will be able to relax watching him shot put 3 yard passes and appreciate all the things he has done for us in the past 18 years.

If they win - sweet. If they lose - it was still so good to see players in black and gold in action.

(I have to find a way to watch all the games this way.)

[DesertSteel]

Me too....

Another reason I'd love to see one last version of sandlot Ben!

[vasteeler]

Yep... No pressure at all. If we win, awesome. If we lose it still was a successful season, as far as I'm concerned. Didn't really expect us to be in the playoffs anyway.

[El-Gonzo Jackson]

I have been really relaxed the last few seasons. When Ben went down and the QB situation was a mess, there was going to be no playoff run, so just enjoy watching week to week with little expectations. The past 2 seasons have pretty much been the same.

So if they win this weekend, great...but if they dont and its a double digit loss by a road underdog, then its not that shocking either.

[Edman]

Every and all signs are pointing to the Steelers being demolished again (and they pretty much will), but they have to play the game anyway.

If this team does the unthinkable (or comes close to it) Sunday, this board is going to burst into an inferno.

[steelreserve]

Nope, not me. Balls to the wall, throwing piss at the TV every time there's a bad play.

[Steeler-in-west]

I was relaxed until I visited a chiefs forum. I know, bad move, My competitive nature has kicked in….

There happy they drew us, those guys think the game will be over by halftime so they can go do personal stuff, screw them, I hope TJ turns Patrick Mahomes into a pretzel

[Born2Steel]

Any chance the Tomlin haters will give the HC his credit if the Steelers do pull out the win this week? :stirthepot:

[Hawkman]

Any chance the Tomlin haters will give the HC his credit if the Steelers do pull out the win this week? :stirthepot:

Nope!

[cubanstogie]

I was relaxed until I visited a chiefs forum. My competitive nature has kicked in….

and one more thing, after going through that forum I feel fortunate to be a Steelers fan
Your post prompted me to pay them a visit. I think Patriots fans have more class than them, with the exception of Tom. Cringe forum they have.

[ETL]

Chicago Bears fans would give one of their kidneys to have Tomlin as their coach. Steelers fans are so spoiled if they don’t appreciate him

[Dissolv]

Fun fact: This team sucks, talent wise.
Question: Doesn't this mean that coaching deserves significant credit for getting them into the playoffs anyway?

Discuss

[Steeler-in-west]

Chicago Bears fans would give one of their kidneys to have Tomlin as their coach. Steelers fans are so spoiled if they don’t appreciate him

well, they’re is a problem with the coaching, but a lot of it may have to do with the Rooney’s refusing to spend more money on a coaching staff

[ETL]

Fun fact: This team sucks, talent wise.
Question: Doesn't this mean that coaching deserves significant credit for getting them into the playoffs anyway?

Discuss

yes.

I also think Belichick getting to the playoffs with a rookie QB and no-named WRs is also a great coaching job even though we like to hate on him

[cubanstogie]

Fun fact: This team sucks, talent wise.
Question: Doesn't this mean that coaching deserves significant credit for getting them into the playoffs anyway?

Discuss
Sure they get credit and a bunch of luck involved considering how Sunday played out. But with the worst Oline in years , a one dimensional quarterback who can’t throw over 12 yards and receivers who get no separation Theres not as much to work with as we’re used to. Offensively this team not even close to team of killer Bs. So yeah they get credit for that but they’re also responsible for fielding this team. Granted GM is as well.

[Hawkman]

I’m just going to sit back and enjoy the game. While others blame 15 years of not winning a SB on everyone from Art II to the waterboy.

[DesertSteel]

Sure they get credit and a bunch of luck involved considering how Sunday played out. But with the worst Oline in years , a one dimensional quarterback who can’t throw over 12 yards and receivers who get no separation Theres not as much to work with as we’re used to. Offensively this team not even close to team of killer Bs. So yeah they get credit for that but they’re also responsible for fielding this team. Granted GM is as well.
Luck very rarely goes the way of a Steelers fan!!

[HollywoodSteel]

I wish I could adopt this kicked back attitude. But as soon as the game starts I’ll be as emotionally invested as I always am. I can’t help it.

[86WARD]

“We probably aren’t supposed to be here. We’re probably not a very good football team. Out of 14 teams that are in, I think we’re probably at number 14. We’re double-digit underdogs in the playoffs. So, let’s just go play and have fun and see what happens. We’re probably 20-point underdogs and we’re going to the team that’s won the AFC the last two years. Arguably the best team in football. We don’t have a chance. So, let’s just go out and play and have fun.”

[Fire Goodell]

Never had any expectations after the first 6 games of the season. I’ll enjoy watching but not expect anything. In any case this team is healthy going into the postseason but just not good enough. Chiefs likely win this one easily

[Rotorhead]

Fun fact: This team sucks, talent wise.
Question: Doesn't this mean that coaching deserves significant credit for getting them into the playoffs anyway?

Discuss

Tomlin is fine, I just miss the fire from Cowher on the sidelines. I think that goes a long ways at times to get the players pumped up. Anyone that has been to a playoff game knows what I am talking about, the electricity in the air is just different, and the fire from a coach can spread through a team like a sack or a TO or a TD at a big moment. It can create a momentum shift. And whatever is going on pre-game that makes the offense come out completely asleep needs to change. Play calling, effort, whatever needs to change.

[Moose]

is this the most relaxed Steelers game you will watch?
Yes, when I watch. I probably will be flipping it off/on while doing other things. I love my Steeler's, but this season has been aggravating to me with playing, coaching etc.. There's just so much that needs to be resolved. I, like everybody else, didn't think we would be in playoff or even 2nd in division. I just can't see Ben pulling off a miracle game win with the offense, defense and coaching play calling this team has to offer. Hopefully he doesn't get injured. KC 38 - 12

[EzraTank]

I haven't been this relaxed since I watched the 1980 US Men's Olympic team play the Soviets at Lake Placid. I just hope Ben "Eruzione" shows up!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QX5hiem8YBU

[tube517]

I haven't been this relaxed since I watched the 1980 US Men's Olympic team play the Soviets at Lake Placid. I just hope Ben "Eruzione" shows up!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QX5hiem8YBU

Will Al Michaels pull out the "Do you believe in miracles" line this Sunday?? (I know that's a once in a lifetime call and line)

[Steeler-in-west]

Your post prompted me to pay them a visit. I think Patriots fans have more class than them, with the exception of Tom. Cringe forum they have.

yeah, I definitely got a bandwagon vibe from those forums.

Steve Fuller? DeBerg? Did they know Marcus Allen played for the chiefs for a short while?

[DesertSteel]

Your post prompted me to pay them a visit. I think Patriots fans have more class than them, with the exception of Tom. Cringe forum they have.
Chiefs Planet ... Lol. What a loser name. Perfect for the loser fans that are on there. I'll make sure to pay another visit if the improbable happens on Sunday. They are some really classless fans. Reminded me of college team boards.

[Mojouw]

I don’t expect much for this game but I’ll certainly enjoy watching it!!

[teegre]

I always expect to win. Sunday is no different.

[Edman]

They're replaying the Week 16 game in NFLN.

Witherspoon intercepts Mahomes in the endzone, but Heyward is called for encroachment.

Ben heaves a duck on a flea flicker that is intercepted.

Highsmith smacks Mahomes and forces a fumble, which falls right into the Chiefs lineman's hands.

Robert Spillane hit sticks a Chiefs RB in the backfield for seemingly a big stop on 2nd and Goal, who bounces off and he strolls in for a touchdown.

Diontae Johnson catches the ball and fumbles with absolutely nobody around him.

Adams jumps offsides for an encroachment.

Absolutely nothing went right for the Steelers. Everything that could possibly go wrong went wrong. A combination of the Chiefs being superior and the youngsters being ill-equipped and ready for the intensity of Arrowhead.

[ETL]

I always expect to win. Sunday is no different.

i don’t expect a win this Sunday. I always WANT a win though

[stillers4me]

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[ETL]

Do I think the Steelers have “no chance” of winning? Of course not. Who know what can happen - one key injury or play can turn things greatly in favor for the Steelers.

But I’m not blind either and I can see Ben is not as good as he used to be and the Chiefs are not the #2 seed by mistake.

Sometimes it seems as if there is no room in this forum to discuss these nuances. It’s either you’re a die-hard all-in fan or you’re a traitor. Geez. Do you guys live your daily lives this way? Always so black and white? and function normally?

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I don’t expect much for this game but I’ll certainly enjoy watching it!!

apparently you and I that think this way are not true fans (eye roll)

[teegre]

Do I think the Steelers have “no chance” of winning? Of course not. Who know what can happen - one key injury or play can turn things greatly in favor for the Steelers.

But I’m not blind either and I can see Ben is not as good as he used to be and the Chiefs are not the #2 seed by mistake.

Sometimes it seems as if there is no room in this forum to discuss these nuances. It’s either you’re a die-hard all-in fan or you’re a traitor. Geez. Do you guys live your daily lives this way? Always so black and white? and function normally?

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apparently you and I that think this way are not true fans (eye roll)

I think this is directed at me (because, everyone else echoed what you stated about being relaxed). I hope that you didn’t take my response as a slight towards you (or anyone else). It’s how “I” feel about every game, but that’s “me” (admittedly, I have a very different mindset than most people).

Going back to your OP: I get what you are saying. No one is giving the Steelers a chance; so, there’s no stress. It’s just the opportunity to see Ben play another game… a game that “I” expect to win. :wink02:

[teegre]

They're replaying the Week 16 game in NFLN.

Witherspoon intercepts Mahomes in the endzone, but Heyward is called for encroachment.

Ben heaves a duck on a flea flicker that is intercepted.

Highsmith smacks Mahomes and forces a fumble, which falls right into the Chiefs lineman's hands.

Robert Spillane hit sticks a Chiefs RB in the backfield for seemingly a big stop on 2nd and Goal, who bounces off and he strolls in for a touchdown.

Diontae Johnson catches the ball and fumbles with absolutely nobody around him.

Adams jumps offsides for an encroachment.

Absolutely nothing went right for the Steelers. Everything that could possibly go wrong went wrong. A combination of the Chiefs being superior and the youngsters being ill-equipped and ready for the intensity of Arrowhead.

Thank you for bringing this up. In the first matchup, everything that could go wrong, went wrong. If you give Mahomes four extra possessions and/or a shortened field, it can be disasterous.

Now… imagine the complete opposite occurring during the second matchup. :nod:

[DesertSteel]

Is DJ talking about Ben, telling him not to jump back on the bandwagon after they win? Lol

[teegre]

Thank you for bringing this up. In the first matchup, everything that could go wrong, went wrong. If you give Mahomes four extra possessions and/or a shortened field, it can be disasterous.

Now… imagine the complete opposite occurring during the second matchup. :nod:


I keep coming back to this. Here’s how snake-bit that game was: Boz missed a gimme FG.

Oh, and the Chiefs fumbled five times (FIVE) and recovered all of them. Imagine if… we recover ALL FIVE of those fumbles tomorrow night. :willy:

[Steeler-in-west]

Another thing is TJ was playing hurt that game and exited early. Yeah, yeah, chiefs have a good o line and they’ll double him. As if the browns, Ravens, Titans, bills didn’t already try that novel concept

yeah I’m relaxed

[Lloydwoodsonjr]

Diontae 100% right. This team has the players to win with a smart game plan. If KC looks past the Steelers they could be in trouble. Will not be surprised at all if Pittsburgh wins. Here we go!

[stillers4me]

Diontae 100% right. This team has the players to win with a smart game plan. If KC looks past the Steelers they could be in trouble. Will not be surprised at all if Pittsburgh wins. Here we go!

^^^^^THIS^^^^^

[Mojouw]

On offense the Steelers absolutely have to make the Chiefs pay a price by playing their DBs up close in man coverage. Hit deeper shots. Force Sorensen into coverages, he’s the big weak link.

On defense? No idea. Pressure with 4 or less. Play a rotation of zone coverage ideas and hope you can pick off a pass or two?

[Dwinsgames]

On offense the Steelers absolutely have to make the Chiefs pay a price by playing their DBs up close in man coverage. Hit deeper shots. Force Sorensen into coverages, he’s the big weak link.

On defense? No idea. Pressure with 4 or less. Play a rotation of zone coverage ideas and hope you can pick off a pass or two?

maybe some cross blitz with the inside Linebackers ( we used to use those often years ago with great success ) that would potentially help slow inside runs and using the S to cover the short crossers and maybe get an extra hit or two on Mahomes .......

[Hawkman]

maybe some cross blitz with the inside Linebackers ( we used to use those often years ago with great success ) that would potentially help slow inside runs and using the S to cover the short crossers and maybe get an extra hit or two on Mahomes .......

This is a game we could sure use Shazier!

[Mojouw]

maybe some cross blitz with the inside Linebackers ( we used to use those often years ago with great success ) that would potentially help slow inside runs and using the S to cover the short crossers and maybe get an extra hit or two on Mahomes .......

Nice idea. It seems the current ILBs are not able to handle that concept? Can’t remember the last time they ran it.

They also used to run a bunch more loops and stunts (or whatever the word is I’m looking for) with Dupree and Heyward. Now? It seems to be just run Highsmith and Watt at the OT and hope for the best? Dunno. Maybe it’s to ensure someone’s in each gap to aid the trash run d?

I also miss the ability to “force” a RB to have to account for pass rusher they couldn’t match up with. I think, here, Tuitt being out is the problem.

[Dwinsgames]

Nice idea. It seems the current ILBs are not able to handle that concept? Can’t remember the last time they ran it.

They also used to run a bunch more loops and stunts (or whatever the word is I’m looking for) with Dupree and Heyward. Now? It seems to be just run Highsmith and Watt at the OT and hope for the best? Dunno. Maybe it’s to ensure someone’s in each gap to aid the trash run d?

I also miss the ability to “force” a RB to have to account for pass rusher they couldn’t match up with. I think, here, Tuitt being out is the problem.


truer words have never been spoken , what he means to this football team has never been clearer

[ETL]

I think this is directed at me (because, everyone else echoed what you stated about being relaxed). I hope that you didn’t take my response as a slight towards you (or anyone else). It’s how “I” feel about every game, but that’s “me” (admittedly, I have a very different mindset than most people).

Going back to your OP: I get what you are saying. No one is giving the Steelers a chance; so, there’s no stress. It’s just the opportunity to see Ben play another game… a game that “I” expect to win. :wink02:

No Teegre - I know you back from the old forum and know you as always respectful. I was responding I guess to Dionte Johnson saying don’t jump back on the bandwagon statement.

[ETL]

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catch the f&@$ing ball before you talk you juvenile idiot

[Dwinsgames]

DJ is killing us ...................