Does Cincy stand a chance in PIT?

[rjmcc01]

I say yes...Pit has snuck buy with one win and lost the second game.

Cincy JUST loss the first game and won impressively over GB.

Are they going to beat PIT, most likely not....But I think it's going to be a better game than people think.

This is a question posed to unbiased fans...NOT PIT fanboys. Cincy's D is better than people think and they will get pressure on Ben.

[dgeneryte]

I think Cincy has a chance if Palmer can get that offense rolling. Without Polamalu Pit d is a little weaker and that was proven last week in Chicago. Pittsburgh seems to be migrating over into becoming a passing team. As they lean on Big Ben if Cincy's D can get pressure like they did on Rodgers last week. I think they could pull it out. Plus Ced is running hard best I think I've ever seen him, and that helps out even more.

[sideoutshu]

I think Cincy has a chance if Palmer can get that offense rolling. Without Polamalu Pit d is a little weaker and that was proven last week in Chicago. Pittsburgh seems to be migrating over into becoming a passing team. As they lean on Big Ben if Cincy's D can get pressure like they did on Rodgers last week. I think they could pull it out. Plus Ced is running hard best I think I've ever seen him, and that helps out even more.

I think that the Bengals could have the best offense they have had in recent memory. Cedric Benson is a workhorse, and if they can keep giving him 25-30 carries a game, it is going to keep opening up the passing game. They haven't had a balanced attack since the one good year Rudi Johnson had.

[dgeneryte]

I think that the Bengals could have the best offense they have had in recent memory. Cedric Benson is a workhorse, and if they can keep giving him 25-30 carries a game, it is going to keep opening up the passing game. They haven't had a balanced attack since the one good year Rudi Johnson had.

That's true, I think their offense could be even better if they start to utilize Chris Henry and his speed to stretch the field. The guy only has 2 catches in 2 games. They need to get him more involved and they could be even better as long as Palmer stays healthy for the remainder of the season, in my mind that is key.

[Paydirt404]

I think they can definitely knock of Pitt if the O-line does their job. Im a closet AFC North fan, because those teams just flat out dont like each other, and I appreciate that.

If Palmer can get a second and third read, he can do some major damage. Pitt's running game isnt worth a sh*t, so if Cinny's LB play decent in coverage, they may be able to hold the fort.

Roth's comeback awareness rating is what is going to factor into this game. Does Cincy allow him to make a play in the 4th quarter, even though he will stink it up for the first 3. Ward will play big this game, thats a given, but the true star of that team, in my opinion offensively is Holmes/Miller, they bail ben out, every time.

Im actually excited about this game more than the Falcons and Pats game.

Pitt 27
Cincy 30

[sideoutshu]

I think they can definitely knock of Pitt if the O-line does their job. Im a closet AFC North fan, because those teams just flat out dont like each other, and I appreciate that.

If Palmer can get a second and third read, he can do some major damage. Pitt's running game isnt worth a sh*t, so if Cinny's LB play decent in coverage, they may be able to hold the fort.

Roth's comeback awareness rating is what is going to factor into this game. Does Cincy allow him to make a play in the 4th quarter, even though he will stink it up for the first 3. Ward will play big this game, thats a given, but the true star of that team, in my opinion offensively is Holmes/Miller, they bail ben out, every time.

Im actually excited about this game more than the Falcons and Pats game.

Pitt 27
Cincy 30

Don't forget Odom. After last week, maybe he is the real deal. With the PIT oline and a healthy Rivers+Odom, they may get a decent pass rush.

[dgeneryte]

Don't forget Odom. After last week, maybe he is the real deal. With the PIT oline and a healthy Rivers+Odom, they may get a decent pass rush.

Bring in Leon Hall, and even Roy Williams. Boys got an underrated defense.

[Paydirt404]

Don't forget Odom. After last week, maybe he is the real deal. With the PIT oline and a healthy Rivers+Odom, they may get a decent pass rush.

Yeah, he was a castaway from the old Tenn D-line. I thought he fell off, but introduced himself to Aaron Rodgers a lot last week. I enjoyed watching Green Bay get their azz kicked on their homefield, but the upstart Bengals. I need Cincy to return back to form, before that dirty knee hit in that playoff game.

[rjmcc01]

Well Odom didn't just say hello to Rodgers...he had 2 sacks on Orton as well...7 in 2 games. Legit, I don't care who you are.

I'm more excited for this game than ATL/NE also. Fun week overall, many great games.

[JoeJGibbs]

My my my, it's week 2 and we're already downing the defending SB Champs and shoutin out the Bungles?

Pitt defense was #1 in every category last year. Granted Troy Polamalu is out but I thikn everyone else is active.

*Sneaking by the Titans is nothing to be ashamed of.
*The Bears defense is very good (esp @ home)

Call me crazy. I just need to see more of the Bengals before I yell "who dey! WHO DEY!"

[rjmcc01]

My my my, it's week 2 and we're already downing the defending SB Champs and shoutin out the Bungles?

Pitt defense was #1 in every category last year. Granted Troy Polamalu is out but I thikn everyone else is active.

*Sneaking by the Titans is nothing to be ashamed of.
*The Bears defense is very good (esp @ home)

Call me crazy. I just need to see more of the Bengals before I yell "who dey! WHO DEY!"

I agree with you for sure...but I don't think PIT is as good as people think and I thing CIN is a bit better than people think. All I'm saying is that people shouldn't expect a blowout that's all.

[Dawknest20]

It'll be a lot like that game from 2007, when the Browns were red hot, went into Heinz field, and gave the Steelers all they had, but still came up just short.

I can't see the Steelers losing 2 in a row and falling to 1-2 in the process, but they'll have to squeak out a close win.

[Pat]

I hate to say it but the Bengals do have a chance in this game. Their defense is much improved, and the Steelers O line is gonna have to account for Antwan Odom. Offensively, Carson Palmer still isn't where he should be yet, and I don't see Benson getting a lot of yards. As long as the Steelers protect Ben and he protects the ball, they should win. I'm probably betting on the Steelers -4 but I'm a little scared.

Remember Big Ben is undefeated in Ohio. ;)

[SuPeRfLyKiD]

Is Ben's defense holding the opposing team to 13 points or less for him while he sucks it up for 55 minutes of the game while he puts together a good final drive? If so, Pitt should be fine.

[jtrem335]

As long as Troy P is out, everyone has a chance IMO.

[sideoutshu]

My my my, it's week 2 and we're already downing the defending SB Champs and shoutin out the Bungles?

Pitt defense was #1 in every category last year. Granted Troy Polamalu is out but I thikn everyone else is active.

*Sneaking by the Titans is nothing to be ashamed of.
*The Bears defense is very good (esp @ home)

Call me crazy. I just need to see more of the Bengals before I yell "who dey! WHO DEY!"


Sure, PIT is the favorite, but two weeks ago you would have cackled at anyone who even suggested CIN would win this game. Now it is looking like they at least have a shot.

[JoeJGibbs]

Sure, PIT is the favorite, but two weeks ago you would have cackled at anyone who even suggested CIN would win this game. Now it is looking like they at least have a shot.

That's just it. Why does it look like they have a shot? Because 1 week the scored 30 points and beat the Pack?

[rjmcc01]

That's just it. Why does it look like they have a shot? Because 1 week the scored 30 points and beat the Pack?

More along the lines that if it wasn't for what, 3 points?...then PIT would be 0-2.

[CP]

More along the lines that if it wasn't for what, 3 points?...then PIT would be 0-2.

And if it wasn't for Jeff Reed, Pitt would probably be 2-0. :p

[JoeJGibbs]

More along the lines that if it wasn't for what, 3 points?...then PIT would be 0-2.

Jeff Reed makes them 2-0 sooooo...

I guess I dont see how playing a very good team and winning by 3 somehow lessens the caliber of your team and odds when you're playing against a team that was 4-12 last year, and is 1-1 now. It's not like they played the Kennesaw Muscrats.

Granted, Carson wasn't at all healthy - I just need to see more of Cincy.
Week 1, Cin vs Den was a game of 2 teams that everyone expected to suck. And Den won on a fluke play.
Fast forward to week 2, and Cincy beat the Packers and that somehow solidifies them as a contender?

These things never play out how everyone thinks they are but I'm not sold on Cincy as anything yet.

[FusionGT]

The Steelers made a multitude of mistakes in week one and the Titans still made more. If the Titans had played anywhere near what they should of, Pittsburgh would be 0-2.

[rjmcc01]

I think everybody is missing the point.

This thread is to see if Cincy STANDS A CHANCE.

I don't see how anybody can say that no, they don't...Obviously PIT SHOULD BE a far superior team...But GB was supposed to be as well.

And you can't blame Jeff Reed either guys. Ben didn't punch it in, it's not Jeff's fault that their QB and OLINE couldn't get them in the endzone.

Didn't Bironas miss a kick or two? So EVEN if they would've beat CHI because of JEFF...then there are a dozen reasons TEN should've beat them so it holds no water.

The point is that PIT is playing below expectations and CIN is playing above them.

[JoeJGibbs]

The Steelers made a multitude of mistakes in week one and the Titans still made more. If the Titans had played anywhere near what they should of, Pittsburgh would be 0-2.

Either way, losing to Tennessee or beating Tennessee, isn't something that gives credibility to Cincinnati or should make anyone think that Cincy is legit.
Tennessee is a good team.

[CP]

I think everybody is missing the point.

This thread is to see if Cincy STANDS A CHANCE.

I don't see how anybody can say that no, they don't...Obviously PIT SHOULD BE a far superior team...But GB was supposed to be as well.

And you can't blame Jeff Reed either guys. Ben didn't punch it in, it's not Jeff's fault that their QB and OLINE couldn't get them in the endzone.

Didn't Bironas miss a kick or two? So EVEN if they would've beat CHI because of JEFF...then there are a dozen reasons TEN should've beat them so it holds no water.

The point is that PIT is playing below expectations and CIN is playing above them.

:confused:

The guy missed 2 makeable FGs, how can't you blame him? And I mean it's not like Chicago's defense is chop suey either.

[rjmcc01]

Either way, losing to Tennessee or beating Tennessee, isn't something that gives credibility to Cincinnati or should make anyone think that Cincy is legit.
Tennessee is a good team.

What PIT has done should have NOTHING to do with what CIN had done. Though the NFL's "dark horse" this year was GB...and CIN looked pretty convincing vs them..as their D did towards DEN. If they can score some points THERE'S A CHANCE.

[rjmcc01]

:confused:

The guy missed 2 makeable FGs, how can't you blame him? And I mean it's not like Chicago's defense is chop suey either.

Sure he missed the kicks...but why was he kicking? Because THE OFFENSE couldn't punch it in...how are you missing this?

If you lose a game from missed FG's then you've made a lot more mistakes to have gotten yourself in that position.

[FusionGT]

Either way, losing to Tennessee or beating Tennessee, isn't something that gives credibility to Cincinnati or should make anyone think that Cincy is legit.
Tennessee is a good team.

Through two weeks, I have to disagree with that statement the way they are playing.

[JRob2282]

Sure he missed the kicks...but why was he kicking? Because THE OFFENSE couldn't punch it in...how are you missing this?

If you lose a game from missed FG's then you've made a lot more mistakes to have gotten yourself in that position.

true, but the kickers JOB is to make the field goals when he is asked to. so if he doesnt make the field goals hes not doing his job.

[JoeJGibbs]

I think everybody is missing the point.

This thread is to see if Cincy STANDS A CHANCE.

I don't see how anybody can say that no, they don't...Obviously PIT SHOULD BE a far superior team...But GB was supposed to be as well.

And you can't blame Jeff Reed either guys. Ben didn't punch it in, it's not Jeff's fault that their QB and OLINE couldn't get them in the endzone.

Didn't Bironas miss a kick or two? So EVEN if they would've beat CHI because of JEFF...then there are a dozen reasons TEN should've beat them so it holds no water.

The point is that PIT is playing below expectations and CIN is playing above them.

The point of bringing up Jeff Reed is that you are lending credence to Pittsburgh being 0-2, when they could also just as well be 2-0.

[JoeJGibbs]

Sure he missed the kicks...but why was he kicking? Because THE OFFENSE couldn't punch it in...how are you missing this?

If you lose a game from missed FG's then you've made a lot more mistakes to have gotten yourself in that position.

lol what? You're not always going to score a TD. Kicking a FG isn't failing. You've gotten yourself in position to score points. In this case, to win the game. Superbowls have been won and lost on FG's. Noone blames the offense for the kicker missing a makeable FG. That's kinda silly.

[Dawknest20]

Sure he missed the kicks...but why was he kicking? Because THE OFFENSE couldn't punch it in...how are you missing this?

If you lose a game from missed FG's then you've made a lot more mistakes to have gotten yourself in that position.
Constantly settling for 3 down near the red zone can be a nasty issue for a team.

But regardless that doesn't lift blame from the kicker for missing two relatively easy kicks. His job isn't to depend on the offense to punch it in, its to pick up his offense when they come up short and make sure the team comes away with points. Reed failed twice on sunday and it cost them.

[rjmcc01]

true, but the kickers JOB is to make the field goals when he is asked to. so if he doesnt make the field goals hes not doing his job.

Sure, I agree. But any coach will tell you losing because of a FG isn't an excuse and it should have never come down to that.


The point of bringing up Jeff Reed is that you are lending credence to Pittsburgh being 0-2, when they could also just as well be 2-0.

No, they could have been 1-1 the other way.


lol what? You're not always going to score a TD. Kicking a FG isn't failing. You've gotten yourself in position to score points. In this case, to win the game. Superbowls have been won and lost on FG's. Noone blames the offense for the kicker missing a makeable FG. That's kinda silly.

Of course, but as I said, If a team loses because of a FG then they aren't executing in other places 99% of the time. I've heard it a million times in press conferences. I place the blame on that loss on the OLINE and running game WAY MORE than the kicker.

To simply say, JEFF REED is the reason they lost is just as silly.

[JoeJGibbs]

Sure, I agree. But any coach will tell you losing because of a FG isn't an excuse and it should have never come down to that.


No, they could have been 1-1 the other way.

Of course, but as I said, If a team loses because of a FG then they aren't executing in other places 99% of the time. I've heard it a million times in press conferences. I place the blame on that loss on the OLINE and running game WAY MORE than the kicker.

To simply say, JEFF REED is the reason they lost is just as silly.
Your initial argument was about the offense not scoring a TD would put the blame on them. Which is what I said was silly. Not the fact that there may be other things involved in the game that they didn't execute in order to win.


Constantly settling for 3 down near the red zone can be a nasty issue for a team.

But regardless that doesn't lift blame from the kicker for missing two relatively easy kicks. His job isn't to depend on the offense to punch it in, its to pick up his offense when they come up short and make sure the team comes away with points. Reed failed twice on sunday and it cost them.

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[metal]

Cincy definitely has a chance & if they beat a very good PIT team that will say a lot about them.

Pit is the obvious favorite & I'm sure they aren't really pleased with last week's outcome.

[drunkenstarfish]

I say yes...Pit has snuck buy with one win and lost the second game.

Cincy JUST loss the first game and won impressively over GB.

Are they going to beat PIT, most likely not....But I think it's going to be a better game than people think.

This is a question posed to unbiased fans...NOT PIT fanboys. Cincy's D is better than people think and they will get pressure on Ben.

So I guess it's not cool to root for your team now, but it is cool to be a hater every week?
You can hate on the Steelers every week yet you do not want any responses from the Steelers fans?
Your blinded by your dislike of a team. It's actually comical to me personally.

On a side note..... Living in Ohio I have had to watch Bengal games the last two weeks. There defense is getting better each week and they are young. I think they will give the Steelers a run for their money personally. This game could go either way. I do think the one thing that could hold the Bengals back is Palmer has seemed to be forcing some throws into coverage when he gets some pressure. He doesn't seem completely comfortable yet. I think their defense is really coming into their own right now though.

[rank is dumb]

I don't think Cincy can win and I love my Bungals.. I just feel Pittsburgh has more depth overall will be able to run on cincys def..

But having said that.. Im not sure how Pittsburgh can beat Balt and thats the team they really need to worry about.

[BroncosAllDaWay]

I have no idea why, but every time i hear about this game being brought up, people just completely throw out the game where we beat Cincinnati. I mean you can say that we won on luck, but that does not change the fact that they only put 7 points up against our defense, and their offense looked very bad. The Bengals played extremely well offensively against the Packers, but how do we know that wasn't a fluke? Now their first game against Denver could also be a fluke, but how do we know? Most people are totally ignoring that game, and just looking at the game vs. the Packers. I guess we'll just have to wait until Sunday to see...

[ThaSpecialist]

Is Ben's defense holding the opposing team to 13 points or less for him while he sucks it up for 55 minutes of the game while he puts together a good final drive? If so, Pitt should be fine.

is the main question. will PIT's D come to play and shut down another team so a ****ty Big Ben Offense can reap the rewards?


As long as Troy P is out, everyone has a chance IMO.

the PIT Defense doesn't even miss Troy. they held Cutler to 17 pts without his @ss.


Constantly settling for 3 down near the red zone can be a nasty issue for a team.

story of the Falcons for years, when teams began to spy MV7 inside the redzone and our wide outs couldn't catch a cold.

we settled for Morton Anderso chip shots and went from a playoff threat to a .500 team.

[jtrem335]

is the main question. will PIT's D come to play and shut down another team so a ****ty Big Ben Offense can reap the rewards?



the PIT Defense doesn't even miss Troy. they held Cutler to 17 pts without his @ss.



story of the Falcons for years, when teams began to spy MV7 inside the redzone and our wide outs couldn't catch a cold.

we settled for Morton Anderso chip shots and went from a playoff threat to a .500 team.

Holding Cutler to 17 points is considered good now? Tyrone Carter is probably not 1/2 the player troy is. Our defense shifts completely because no one can play that position like Troy.

I hope your post was sarcasm and I missed it, but not really sure.

[rjmcc01]

So I guess it's not cool to root for your team now, but it is cool to be a hater every week?
You can hate on the Steelers every week yet you do not want any responses from the Steelers fans?
Your blinded by your dislike of a team. It's actually comical to me personally.

On a side note..... Living in Ohio I have had to watch Bengal games the last two weeks. There defense is getting better each week and they are young. I think they will give the Steelers a run for their money personally. This game could go either way. I do think the one thing that could hold the Bengals back is Palmer has seemed to be forcing some throws into coverage when he gets some pressure. He doesn't seem completely comfortable yet. I think their defense is really coming into their own right now though.

Your crazy DFS.

A. This is the first thread I've created regarding PIT.
B. When have I "hated" on PIT. I'm not hating in this thread. I'm saying they aren't playing to the level we all expected to this year, I picked them as a shoein for the SB again.
C. My jibirish I've spilt to you via IM in the past was way more joking than serious.
D. I actually LOVE Tomlin, have for a long time.
E. Your crazy DFS.
F. Please post my weekly hating of PIT and my blindness cause by dislike.

Seriously, I'm not a fan of Ward...but 90% of the guys posting in the Ward thread are on with me...This thread was not to hate on PIT...it's to discuss whether CIN has a chance. End of story. Now apologize.

[ThaSpecialist]

Holding Cutler to 17 points is considered good now? Tyrone Carter is probably not 1/2 the player troy is. Our defense shifts completely because no one can play that position like Troy.

I hope your post was sarcasm and I missed it, but not really sure.

I can't think of a more over-rated DB than Troy P. Carter was probably in better position than him half the time actually.

.. adn scratch the previous part. Ashanti Samuel is probably more over-rated.

[jtrem335]

I can't think of a more over-rated DB than Troy P. Carter was probably in better position than him half the time actually.

.. adn scratch the previous part. Ashanti Samuel is probably more over-rated.

LOL because coverage is half of his job. No one in the NFL plays the position the way that he has to and I truly don't know if anyone could.

[CP]

I can't think of a more over-rated DB than Troy P. Carter was probably in better position than him half the time actually.

.. adn scratch the previous part. Ashanti Samuel is probably more over-rated.

Agreed.... Dude is a good player who doesn't cover well, and is out of position a ton yet he's sold to the general public as "great" and in the same neighborhood as Reed (which is a joke IMO)

[FusionGT]

Troy just hits people really hard, has some strange hair and everyone thinks he's great. He's like a bigger version of Bob Sanders but without some of the talent...

[rjmcc01]

LOL because coverage is half of his job. No one in the NFL plays the position the way that he has to and I truly don't know if anyone could.

Are you blind to the fact that your insane bias for Steelers players is clouding your judgement in multiple threads. LOL. You have no credibility dood.

[jerseyjay14]

steelers 20 cincy 3

[Pat]

I guess all the analysts who believe Polamalu is one of the best defensive players in the league are all crazy? I forgot, he sucks, Big Ben plays like garbage, their OL sucks, they can't run the ball, it's a mystery why this terrible team wins all the time. :rolleyes:

[warren123]

I guess all the analysts who believe Polamalu is one of the best defensive players in the league are all crazy? I forgot, he sucks, Big Ben plays like garbage, their OL sucks, they can't run the ball, it's a mystery why this terrible team wins all the time. :rolleyes:

As much as people diss Polamalu when he is in he makes a difference. I don't care if you don't want to rank him top whatever but the dude does good things. He is usually matched on a tight end or a back and is allowed freedom to roam which helps him get some of his big plays but he has not looked bad in coverage the last few years when he is healthy and his tackling has gotten much better. I said it last year if he is healthy the Steelers defense has a good chance at making this team a super bowl contender because when he is out they just don't look the same.

[JoeJGibbs]

I guess all the analysts who believe Polamalu is one of the best defensive players in the league are all crazy? I forgot, he sucks, Big Ben plays like garbage, their OL sucks, they can't run the ball, it's a mystery why this terrible team wins all the time. :rolleyes:

Not sure why people are pretending that Troy Polamalu is Sean Considine.

It's tough being overrated because then you somehow become awful in the process. People want to discredit a player and claim that he isn't as good as he's made out to be, but in their rebuttal it always comes off as if said player shouldn't even be on the field.

I like Troy P's play. He flies to the ball. He's great in run support, and I think he can cover. Not to mention he's a smart player.

[SuPeRfLyKiD]

Not sure why people are pretending that Troy Polamalu is Sean Considine.

It's tough being overrated because then you somehow become awful in the process. People want to discredit a player and claim that he isn't as good as he's made out to be, but in their rebuttal it always comes off as if said player shouldn't even be on the field.

I like Troy P's play. He flies to the ball. He's great in run support, and I think he can cover. Not to mention he's a smart player.
I've never really understood the Polamalu hate on these boards. I guess a lot of people feel offended when people want to compare him and Ed Reed, but they are two totally different types of players in my opinion. What Reed lacks in, Polamalu excels in and visa versa. I would take a player like Polamalu on my team any day. The guy is literally in on every single play and wreaks havoc for opposing offenses.

[Pat]

I've never really understood the Polamalu hate on these boards. I guess a lot of people feel offended when people want to compare him and Ed Reed, but they are two totally different types of players in my opinion. What Reed lacks in, Polamalu excels in and visa versa. I would take a player like Polamalu on my team any day. The guy is literally in on every single play and wreaks havoc for opposing offenses.

Very well said. When Troy first came into the league, he was a little raw and inconsistent in coverage, but I think he's become a complete player now. Him and Reed are polar opposites, there's no sense in comparing the two. Each of them can do so much for a defense. Troy does so much for the team, and he's not the kind of player you can replace on defense.

[Paydirt404]

let me diiiiiiiiiiiig this beotch on up!

[lionslicer]

great offensive drive by cinci

I think Dick Lebaeu is losing his edge on the game.

[Clintastic]

Nothing like a Pit lost to do my heart well.

[KingStyle]

Nice W by the Bengals.

[JoeJGibbs]

That was great! I must admit I thought they had a chance, but I wouldn't have put money on the Bengals.

That was crazy. You could almost feel the momentum shift. I think Pitt got away from what was working early, and Limas Sweed is a mega bum. I've seen him drop TD passes too many times.

[sideoutshu]

steelers 20 cincy 3

Fail.............................

[KingStyle]

Looks like "overrated" Troy P is hurting Pitt a lot.

[Clintastic]

Palmer is fking awesome. Not a great game, but got it done. FK THE STEELERS.

WHERE YOU AT CP!!!

[mightypharaoh]

Cincy would have been 3-0 had it not been for the clutchness of Orton aka Dat Dude!!!!!!!!!!! Chuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuch

[Paydirt404]

I think they can definitely knock of Pitt if the O-line does their job. Im a closet AFC North fan, because those teams just flat out dont like each other, and I appreciate that.

If Palmer can get a second and third read, he can do some major damage. Pitt's running game isnt worth a sh*t, so if Cinny's LB play decent in coverage, they may be able to hold the fort.

Roth's comeback awareness rating is what is going to factor into this game. Does Cincy allow him to make a play in the 4th quarter, even though he will stink it up for the first 3. Ward will play big this game, thats a given, but the true star of that team, in my opinion offensively is Holmes/Miller, they bail ben out, every time.

Im actually excited about this game more than the Falcons and Pats game.

Pitt 27
Cincy 30

I got the 3 point difference right....

[Clintastic]

Cincy would have been 3-0 had it not been for the clutchness of Orton aka Dat Dude!!!!!!!!!!! Chuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuch

lol somewhere Orton is loling at Cutler.

[Paydirt404]

Yo real talk, when Palmer got his second and third looks, the Steelers got toasted. Troy P makes a difference.

[warren123]

Limas Sweed drops a TD, nothing new. Steelers couldn't get to Palmer at all. Play call got way too conservative with the lead. It's hard to watch it end like that.

[JoeJGibbs]

Yo real talk, when Palmer got his second and third looks, the Steelers got toasted. Troy P makes a difference.

Troy P def makes a difference in every aspect.. run support especially, and an INT that hit the safety in the facemask :p, would've been caught by Troy.

[warren123]

Yo real talk, when Palmer got his second and third looks, the Steelers got toasted. Troy P makes a difference.

The secondary didn't even play that bad but Palmer had all the time to throw. Ike and Gay both played well but the underneath stuff was open due to the blitz being picked up. Harrison/Woodley where you at?

[JoeJGibbs]

Limas Sweed drops a TD, nothing new. Steelers couldn't get to Palmer at all. Play call got way too conservative with the lead. It's hard to watch it end like that.

I was saying these exact same things..
Sweed dropping a TD..
and the playcalling to start the game was 180'd from the 2nd half.

[lionslicer]

Fail.............................

hey he was close, he just forgot to put the 2 infront of that 3

[warren123]

I was saying these exact same things..
Sweed dropping a TD..
and the playcalling to start the game was 180'd from the 2nd half.

Yep I guess the o-coord was comfortable with the lead when the Steelers were passing all over them. It just sucks more than anything that the Steelers outplayed them except for 2 drives yet they lose. I hate watching sportcenter or any of the sunday/monday night games now because of the highlights lol. Due to fantasy reasons I have to watch.

[sanantonio]

Man they are missing Troy P something awful. Still got to give Cincy thier due though.

[JoeJGibbs]

Yep I guess the o-coord was comfortable with the lead when the Steelers were passing all over them. It just sucks more than anything that the Steelers outplayed them except for 2 drives yet they lose. I hate watching sportcenter or any of the sunday/monday night games now because of the highlights lol. Due to fantasy reasons I have to watch.

If there was something that I could say that would indicate how far opposite the playcalling was I would say it. They got completely conservative and tried to coast to the finish line.

[Paydirt404]

Man they are missing Troy P something awful. Still got to give Cincy thier due though.

Brian Leonard.....ftw. Remember him from Rutgers and St. Louis.

[metal]

lol somewhere Orton is loling at Cutler.

albeit completely off subject , whys that?

[rjmcc01]

Rj's nuts...RJ's thread is crazy....RJ's blinded by dislike of PIT.

I'm guessing this one is Jeff Reed's fault too?

[JoeJGibbs]

Rj's nuts...RJ's thread is crazy....RJ's blinded by dislike of PIT.

I'm guessing this one is Jeff Reed's fault too?

Pretty much everyone in the thread said "yes they have a chance but I think PIT will pull it out." :p

[rjmcc01]

Pretty much everyone in the thread said "yes they have a chance but I think PIT will pull it out." :p

I'm speaking to one person in paticular....And lots of people said they have a chance because it's any given sunday, not because PIT is under performing and CIN is over performing...In fact, I had to reiderate the intention of the thread half a dozen times....Many guys blamed the kicker for PIT's loss and blamed GB for CIN's win...I'm just sayin.

[JoeJGibbs]

I'm speaking to one person in paticular....And lots of people said they have a chance because it's any given sunday, not because PIT is under performing and CIN is over performing...In fact, I had to reiderate the intention of the thread half a dozen times....Many guys blamed the kicker for PIT's loss and blamed GB for CIN's win...I'm just sayin.

Honestly, I do blame a kicker for missing 2 40 yard FG's to win the game.

Not so much in the Cincy game. They played pretty good defense and held PIT to 3 instead of 7 a few times. PIT did have a few miscues with the dropped TD to Sweed, and Santonio not turning around and allowing a pick 6 but they were winning and still had to play defense and Cincy pounded them.

[jdmsi7]

Congrats cincy... I love seeing pittsburgh loose:)

[sanantonio]

Pretty much everyone in the thread said "yes they have a chance but I think PIT will pull it out." :p

I'm not gonna lie I thought Cincy was going to get it handed to em crush the nutts style. Good job Cincy now if only they could avoid those things called injuries.