NFL 2009 Season Opener – Style Points 0; Win 1

September 11th, 2009 by SG

Going into this season, I predicted the Steelers to have a 12-4 year.  Tennesee is a team I *thought* might result in one of those 4 losses.  It didn’t, and for that, I am glad.  The point here is – Tennessee is a good team.  Even though they lost Haynesworth, their defense is still really strong.  Their blitzing had the Steelers O-line on their toes.  But by overtime, the O-line had come together and given Ben more time to throw than I think I have ever seen him have. Pass protection has definitely improved.

Our defense will have to learn to stop the opposing team’s run game.  Chris Johnson was able to break free several times resulting in key first downs for the Titans.  He’s a great back, fast.  And out of the Steelers schedule, there are plenty of other good running backs to face – defense needs to shut that down.

Next week – Chicago Bears at Soldier field. Let’s have a better showing of Steeler football.

Steelers 1-0

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  1. Al:

    September 11th, 2009 at 11:22 am

    It appeared that the Titans could only apply pressure when blitzing though. The line did a nice job when they only rushed four. Plus, Ben holds onto the rock a long time. A lot of quarterbacks would force it or throw it away…

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