The Steel Curtain

The Indianapolis Colts got the best of the Pittsburgh Steelers in a 24-20 victory at Heinz Field Sunday evening.  It was poor decision making and play by Pittsburgh’s offense that cost them the game.  The loss drops the Steelers to 6-3, as they are now tied with the Baltimore Ravens for first place in the AFC North.

Coming in to this game the Steelers were once again burdened with injuries to some key starters.  Willie Parker and Lamarr Woodley were both injured, and Ben Roethlisberger started at quarterback with an ailing shoulder.  Filling in for Willie Parker was Mewelde Moore, who could not get the running game going, as he rushed 24 times for just 57 yards.  Moore had two rushing touchdowns, but did not run with consistency.

Ben Roethlisberger had a day that he would soon like to forget.  Roethlisberger at times looked very sharp, but his poor decision making may have made the difference on Sunday.  Roethlisberger threw 3 interceptions on the day, one of which came with the Steelers leading 17-7 late in the second quarter and deep in their own territory.  This led to a touchdown for the Colts right before the half, which became the turning point of the game.

The Steelers cannot dwell on this loss for long, next week the San Diego Chargers come to town.  The Steelers will need a win if they wish to remain a contender in the AFC and keep their hopes alive for a Super Bowl.

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