Week 5 vs. Jaguars

[ATL96Steeler]

A game of rushing offenses... Who's will reign supreme?

Offense... For all the hype & talent the Jags have on their defense, they are still ranked DEAD LAST in rushing defense allowing a whopping 165.5yds per game. The recipe is clearly etched in stone in that regard. Pound the f*ck outta the ball and force them to stop Bell. If Ben has to air it out on 3rd & longs then they'll be playing right into their defensive strength. Their LBs & DBs are probably the most talented groups in the league capable of wreaking havoc at any time. And their D-line is a force in the pass rush. I expect the offense to control the TOP in this game but they'll need to finish drives in the RZ. They cannot run the ball 8-10 times per drive to get into the RZ only to come away with FGs. That is no way to build momentum. If thats the case then don't be surprised to see the Jags D shift momentum in their favor continuously. Offense needs to create separation on the scoreboard early.

Defense... The key to shutting this offense down is simple, stop Fournette & force the mistake-prone Bortles to throw the ball. They shouldn't have much of a problem with that, but I have a feeling the tackling issues may rear its ugly head once again. Last week vs Baltimore I saw a lot of shoulder tackling again but they were able to get the ball carriers to the ground unlike against Chicago. Fournette is a big body runner with great strength so shoulder tackling is not going to cut it. As Mike Mitchell said during practices this week, its time to "knuckle up". Everyone knows the Jags are going to run the ball so its on the front 7 to shut it down. Heyward & Tuitt need another outstanding performance. They'll be up to the task. The LBs are where I'm most worried. Now that Deebo is healthy (illness) I'd love to see him get some playing time since he's a beast in the run game.

Injuries... Haven't done a whole lot of research this week. But I saw that Gilbert practiced FP in the 1st practice, but then sat out the 2nd (DNP). That's worrisome that he keeps suffering setbacks. Hubbard will be called on once again if Marcus cannot practice today. Mitchell, Dupree, James, & Davis were all limited on the 1st practice, but were FP the next day. Not worried about any of their availability unless I missed something.

I really hope this team can play disciplined football this week or I could see this game spiraling out of control quickly. They cannot afford a trap game against a weak AFC opponent. I'm hoping to see the group fired up this week.

Steelers 28 - Jaguars 10

Gilbert is out...Bryant has come down with this lockerroom bug, but sounds like he will go...Q as of yesterday.

DEF...I agree...with a 3 DL front especially, a good RB should get to the 2nd level a few times...I really think gang tackling has to be the game plan....a 1st guy miss and no one else is within 5 steps is dangerous...Fournette is more of a one cut and go RB with power...ground and pound...Mitchell and Davis must perform well in the run game today. I would play Davis in the box all day.

OFC...Hunter gets a helmet again today over Rogers...Rogers is probably waiting to hear about Bryant for his chance for a helmet.

I'm looking for some 4 wide sets, and Hunter to get more targets this week. Juju I'm curious to see how they defend him...CB3 or SS...the Falcons 43 with mostly 3 deep zone, and some man, I see ATL often and I think both HC are off the same tree IIRC...in the ATL scheme, the OLB defends the TE a lot it seems so if JAX is similar that would put Myles Jack or Smith on JJ and probably Bell in their area. I have to think they go CB3 on Juju...and dime on Hunter.

Still feel the same about the outcome...at some point the Steelers OFC has to show they are at least close to being what has been touted as a strong OFC....I think they go north of 24 today.

 

[Ojb81]

Steelers win, 34-13

 

[FaCe-LeE-uS]

Well... Offense looked ok at first, but now they are back to their usual.

First good looking punt by Berry that I've seen all year

 

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LMAO... Punting from our own 20yd line & Berry punts it 29yds...

Giving the Jags excellent field position with 1min remaining in the half.

 

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This has the look & feel of another loss to a bottom feeder

 

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No huddle to start the half... I like it

 

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Quit forcing the ball Ben

 

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Ben drawing that D offside with hard counts... 2nd of this drive

 

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Steelers in the RZ... great run by Bell for 15yds

 

[Psych-Ward]

I would be impressed to see Fuckin Bell and Brown play football and stop playing referee just for one half.

Fuckin divas

 

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3rd & goal at the 2yd line.. Need a TD here

 

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Offense fails to punch it in... sigh

 

[Psych-Ward]

Offense fails to punch it in... sigh

This offense is anemic as Hell

 

[FaCe-LeE-uS]

This offense is anemic as Hell

They looked good to open the 2nd half... That of course was a direct result of Ben going no-huddle & calling his own plays.

Todd Haley continues to prove he sucks

 

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Nice sack by Watt there! Defense does its job & forces the 3 & out!!!

 

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Hopefully Ben keeps the offense in no huddle again

 

[Psych-Ward]

They looked good to open the 2nd half... That of course was a direct result of Ben going no-huddle & calling his own plays.

Todd Haley continues to prove he sucks

For an offense that was slotted to be so dynamic, they have been very lack-luster all season.....

Pittsburgh Dad gonna be pissed again.

 

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For an offense that was slotted to be so dynamic, they have been very lack-luster all season.....

Pittsburgh Dad gonna be pissed again.

Truth. Wasting a lot of talent with how pathetic they have looked so far this year.