Some things never change. You know, like the Pittsburgh Steelers advancing in the playoffs and the Cincinnati Bengals, well, being eliminated from said playoffs. Now that the big game is in the books, here are five takeaways from the Steelers’ win over the Bengals.
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5. Marvin Lewis Isn’t The Man For The Job
5. Marvin Lewis Isn’t The Man For The Job
The NFL is all about winning ... especially when it comes to the playoffs. Therefore, the tweet above should explain everything.
4. Antonio Brown Would Be A Major Loss
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This one is a no-brainer: If Antonio Brown's concussion keeps him out of the game against the Denver Broncos, then Pittsburgh takes a major hit. He had 1,834 receiving yards on the year, after all.
4. Antonio Brown Would Be A Major Loss
This one is a no-brainer: If Antonio Brown's concussion keeps him out of the game against the Denver Broncos, then Pittsburgh takes a major hit. He had 1,834 receiving yards on the year, after all.
3. Cincinnati Bengals Can’t Buy A Playoff Win
3. Cincinnati Bengals Can’t Buy A Playoff Win
But seriously, will the Bengals ever win a playoff game again?
2. Ben Roethlisberger Is One Bad Man
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Say what you want about Ben Roethlisberger, but the man is as tough as they come. That said, if he is not good to go against Denver, then all hope might be lost for the Steelers.
2. Ben Roethlisberger Is One Bad Man
Say what you want about Ben Roethlisberger, but the man is as tough as they come. That said, if he is not good to go against Denver, then all hope might be lost for the Steelers.
1. Pittsburgh Means Business
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Pittsburgh was not losing last night's game. Not even injuries to its two best players and a vicious comeback by Cincinnati could keep the Steelers from winning. For the record, they have now won five of six.
1. Pittsburgh Means Business
Pittsburgh was not losing last night's game. Not even injuries to its two best players and a vicious comeback by Cincinnati could keep the Steelers from winning. For the record, they have now won five of six.