Miller's a matchup 'nightmare'

[Galax Steeler]

The popular theory of why the Steelers will beat the New York Jets in Sunday's AFC Championship Game revolves around the return of a Pro Bowl performer who missed their previous meeting at Heinz Field.

Strong safety Troy Polamalu is arguably the NFL's best defensive player and the catalyst for the league's No. 1 defense because of his ability to make heart-stopping, momentum-changing plays.

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[GoSlash27]

I think this is closer to the truth. Losing Heath basically cost us the game in the last matchup. Had Spaeth managed to hang on to either of those passes at the end, we would've won. Spaeth has become a better receiver since that game, and that adds even more options.