It was looming ahead of them: a road matchup with the 0-6 Bengals. The trap was set but the cats from Ohio placed it in plain sight. Coming off a bye week amid speculations of rust and worries of falling for a trap, the Steelers roll over the Bengals 38-10 and head home to regroup for a tough four game stretch. This game had a little something for every Steeler fan: crushing blows, outstanding defense,…
According to the Pittsburgh Post Gazette running back Willie Parker aggravated his already injured knee during practice today. His status for the Bengals game this Sunday is uncertain. Hopefully the staff realizes that a healthy Parker is worth more in December than against a cellar dwelling divisional opponent half-way through October. It looks like the door will remain open for backup Mewelde Moore who could see his second 100 yard game in a row. (He…
That was an ugly game. After moving nicely down the field on their opening possession, the drive stalled and the Steelers were forced to settle for a 3 points. Due to the field position battle and the stifling Steelers defense it seemed possible that a mere FG could suffice. Then came the Big Target’s inexplicable INT to Ravens DT Ngata. You ever see a baseball hit in super slow motion by a bat? The ball…
