The Steel Curtain

            The Pittsburgh Steelers did not have another dramatic comeback win this week as they fell to the Tennessee Titans, 31-14.  The Steelers will remain the number two seed in the AFC, are guaranteed a home game, and will have a first round bye in the upcoming playoffs.  The Steelers will finish up the 2008 regular season next week in Pittsburgh when they take on division rival Cleveland Browns.

            The loss against the Titans was caused by a number of mistakes and turnovers by the Steelers.  Whether it was a missed field goal at the end of the first half or a penalty during a Titans field goal attempt, leading to a first down and a touchdown, the Pittsburgh Steelers just shot themselves in the foot too many times on Sunday.  Turnovers were also a big problem for the Steelers, more specifically, Ben Roethlisberger.  Roethlisberger had a disappointing day even though he threw two touchdown passes.  Roethlisberger fumbled four times, one he lost in the red zone, and also threw two interceptions.

When the game was nearing a close, players on the Titans were seen stomping a “terrible towel” and rubbing it in the dirt.  It showed a lack of respect, discipline, and maturity on the part of the Tennessee Titans’ players.  These two teams may very well meet again on January 18^th in the AFC Championship Game.  After seeing the footage, you better believe that the Steelers will be fired up and will want to get even with the Titans.

By Michael C. Smith

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