Here's my take on the Steelers' 23-20 victory against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday afternoon:
1. The Steelers are still in the playoff hunt, but don't count on it. Too much has to happen in the final week of the season, not the least of which is a victory against the Dolphins in Miami. Would it surprise anybody if the Steelers put themselves out of their misery?
Even if the Steelers make the cut somehow, they're one and done. Too much age, too many problems. Besides, any team that loses to the Chicago Bears, Kansas City Chiefs, Oakland Raiders and Cleveland Browns doesn't deserve to be in the tournament.
Better to watch the playoffs on television, I say. A large dose of humility wouldn't hurt the organization one bit. In fact, if it motivates the higher-ups to address some chronic needs ...
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Steelers Report Card Week 16: Humble Pie Is Needed Here, Not Playoffs
Posted: 28th December 2009 by Paul Ladewski in NFLComments Off on Steelers Report Card Week 16: Humble Pie Is Needed Here, Not Playoffs