The Brown's Game: Can't Get Excited about a No Win Prospect

[Craic]

So,

I'm been trying to drum up excitement within myself for this game. It's the first real game of the year . . . It's the first chance to see the rookies really go all out against a first-team defense . . . It's the first time we'll have Ben, Bryant, Brown, and Bell all on the field at the same time in who knows how long . . . but I just can't do it. This Sunday feels like a no-win game for us. If we win, well, it's the Browns. We should have won the game, and should have won it big. I think most of us will be disappointed if the final score wasn't separated by at seventeen points; and, most of us will be upset if the defense allows more than 10-14 points (not counting garbage time). On the other hand, if we lose the game . . . oh boy! Everyone's head from Art Rooney II to the water boy will be demanded on a platter with a side of resumes. All-in-all, I really just want this weekend to be over so we can get to the Vikings game.

Maybe it's the combination of tacos for lunch and steak and fries for dinner last night with a side of homemade pizza for a late snack. I don't know. But this meh! feeling about this game just won't go away. Is anyone else feeling the same way?

[polamalubeast]

Just a win and I will be happy.

[Hawkman]

Just a win with no one getting hurt will suit me fine.

[ALLD]

I would be happy to watch the game in the air conditioning without losing my roof tonight.

[JimHarbaugh'ssoakedtissue]

Kinda still feels like a preseason game since it's the Browns but the starters are playing.

[polamalubeast]

Kinda still feels like a preseason game since it's the Browns but the starters are playing.

No, since Gregg Williams' defense has always been physical, so the steelers have to be ready, otherwise they could have a bad surprise.

Their defense could be good and competitive this year, the only problem is that they will be on the field for a long time because of their offense.

[JimHarbaugh'ssoakedtissue]

That and Rookie qbs seem to light up the Steelers lately the last couple years.

[polamalubeast]

That and Rookie qbs seem to light up the Steelers lately the last couple years.

Only last years with Wentz and Dark.Before that, Roethlisberger was undefeated against the rookies QB.


But I hope our defense is going to have a big game, since our offense has not had much action in preseason.If they do not turnovers, the steelers will be fine.

[Hawkman]

That and Rookie qbs seem to light up the Steelers lately the last couple years.

Which ones would those be? Outside of philly last year.

[JimHarbaugh'ssoakedtissue]

Which ones would those be?

Wentz that was just mentioned and a few others over the last couple seasons.

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Ps Dak don't count and pretty much was lighting every team up last year accept the Giants.

[El-Gonzo Jackson]

Steelers football is back and we get to see who can knock the rust off early and get a W. I'm as enthused as any opening game in any season. Another season starts Sunday.

[JimHarbaugh'ssoakedtissue]

I think it will be a close game and the Steelers pull away in the 4th. Browns and 10 points sounds like a good bet.

[Mojouw]

You guys are overthinking this!

What would you rather be doing for 3 hours this Sunday? Win, lose, or draw -- I'd rather watch the Steelers than most of the other things I could or should be doing!

[JimHarbaugh'ssoakedtissue]

You guys are overthinking this!

What would you rather be doing for 3 hours this Sunday? Win, lose, or draw -- I'd rather watch the Steelers than most of the other things I could or should be doing!

True but think most of us can't wait to see how they are against a good team.

[Mojouw]

True but think most of us can't wait to see how they are against a good team.

I'm in no rush. Actual football is what, 3-4 months out of the year and only once a week?

I'm gonna focus on enjoying each Sunday without freaking out about what might be in the future.

Everyone can watch the Steelers and/or the NFL however they damn well please -- but the thread asked, so I gave my 2 cents.

[polamalubeast]

I'm in no rush. Actual football is what, 3-4 months out of the year and only once a week?

I'm gonna focus on enjoying each Sunday without freaking out about what might be in the future.

Everyone can watch the Steelers and/or the NFL however they damn well please -- but the thread asked, so I gave my 2 cents.

same for me!

[JimHarbaugh'ssoakedtissue]

I'm in no rush. Actual football is what, 3-4 months out of the year and only once a week?

I'm gonna focus on enjoying each Sunday without freaking out about what might be in the future.

Everyone can watch the Steelers and/or the NFL however they damn well please -- but the thread asked, so I gave my 2 cents.

No problem you giving your 2 cents and I'm saying why me and others are looking forward to see how they fair against a playoff type team. I'm still going to enjoy the game regardless and yay football is back.

[polamalubeast]

The first test will be in Baltimore in week 4 where that the steelers always struggle against them on the road....But before I hope the steelers will be 3-0 for the first time since 2007.

[JimHarbaugh'ssoakedtissue]

The first test will be in Baltimore in week 4 where that the steelers always struggle against them on the road....But before I hope the steelers will be 3-0 for the first time since 2007.

Me Too.

[BurghBoy412]

Although some may be overlooking Cleveland. I'm sure the players aren't. Cleveland is going to be much better than many think this year. I'm looking forward to seeing the Steelers front 7 vs a pretty darn good Browns O-line. More exciting to me than that is seeing Joe Haden in a Steeler uniform. Has Haden really lost a step? How will the secondary mesh? Who'll play in the slot? Who'll log the 1st sack? Interception? TD? There are tons of reasons to get excited about this game. I believe this Defense returns to dominate form this year. I for one am really excited to watch how it progresses from week to week.

[tube517]

Steelers football is back and we get to see who can knock the rust off early and get a W. I'm as enthused as any opening game in any season. Another season starts Sunday.

You guys are overthinking this!

What would you rather be doing for 3 hours this Sunday? Win, lose, or draw -- I'd rather watch the Steelers than most of the other things I could or should be doing!

All of this. It's what Sundays are made for.

[pczach]

I know that Ben and some of the players may be a bit rusty from not playing, but they got a great reminder of how you have to be ready to play every single game in the NFL. The Patriots getting punked at home should have them ready and focused.

[JimHarbaugh'ssoakedtissue]

Although some may be overlooking Cleveland. I'm sure the players aren't. Cleveland is going to be much better than many think this year. I'm looking forward to seeing the Steelers front 7 vs a pretty darn good Browns O-line. More exciting to me than that is seeing Joe Haden in a Steeler uniform. Has Haden really lost a step? How will the secondary mesh? Who'll play in the slot? Who'll log the 1st sack? Interception? TD? There are tons of reasons to get excited about this game. I believe this Defense returns to dominate form this year. I for one am really excited to watch how it progresses from week to week.

Good post and that is a lot of good reasons to watch for.

[BnG_Hevn]

Aren't road games against bad teams Tomlin's weakness?

If the Steelers lose, will that get you excited about game two?

[86WARD]

You guys are overthinking this!

What would you rather be doing for 3 hours this Sunday? Win, lose, or draw -- I'd rather watch the Steelers than most of the other things I could or should be doing!

Winner.

[86WARD]

Kansas City beat New England...no one thought that would happen. Granted, KC is better than Cleveland, but any given Sunday...

[GBMelBlount]

Steelers football is back and we get to see who can knock the rust off early and get a W. I'm as enthused as any opening game in any season. Another season starts Sunday.

Agreed. I am as enthused as ever.

If I was a Steeler starter coming off an AFC championship game, a good draft, great free agent signings and just saw the team we will likely need to go through to get to the Superbowl, get exposed...

I would go out tomorrow completely fired up and want to make a statement.

[Shoes]

Steelers football is back and we get to see who can knock the rust off early and get a W. I'm as enthused as any opening game in any season. Another season starts Sunday.

Can't wait!

[Moose]

I'm just hoping for a win. Living close to cincy, the bungles game is the only game I'm gonna be able to get....so, I'm gonna do some mowing because I refuse to watch bungle football. Playing the browns is no 'gimme' win for us since we all know that the Steeler's play DOWN to their opponent bottom feeder's, and also can be beat by 'rookie' QB's very easily. This should be a 2+TD win for us, but I still wouldn't bet on this game this early in season. GO STEELER's.

[teegre]

We only get 19 of these per season. I enjoy every single one.


That said, Craic is basically saying the same thing that a comedian (Kevin Hart?) said about a fight between a big guy and a little guy. If the little guy wins, he's a hero; if the little guy loses, he was still heroic. If the big guy wins, he's a bully; if the big guy loses... gulp!!!