Comments on: Thriller in Pittsburgh as Steelers beat Packers

By: i'm president charlie!

i'm president charlie! — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:34:15 +0000

Can you say offensive player of the week?
Looks like Ben and Hines hugged it out. Hines makes some key catches and Clutchlisberger orchestrates another epic game winning drive.
Big Ben = 13 career 4th quarter come backs. That pass to Wallace ftw was very similar to Holmes’ catch from Super Bowl 43 (Ben’s most epic come from behind victory).
Steelers defense is absolute garbage. 0 turners in the past 6 games!!! Unacceptable.
Good luck to the Packers the rest of the way out. I’m really hoping for a rematch between Minn vs. GB in the playoffs.

By: Igottz5onit

Igottz5onit — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:27:49 +0000

I actually had a minor stroke tonite and am blogging from UPMC. That being said, it was a hell of a game. I think the onside kick was the best decision I have seen this year. Great game by Wallace, Logan, Roethlisberger, and good enough by William Gay. Congrats to Green Bay, I think they have a hell of a future for a young and developing team.

By: badfish69

badfish69 — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:24:31 +0000

I really hope that this game will quiet down some of the Aaron Rodgers haters who say he can’t make big plays with the game on the line. With a possible playoff berth on the line the guy stood tall against the blitz, was unreal on third downs, and made a big throw on both the TD and the 2pt conversion to go up 6.
The guy with the two rings just had the last shot and came through. No shame in that.

By: Sporting_One

Sporting_One — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:23:44 +0000

# 1mge says: December 20, 2009 8:24 PM
Great, now the Vikings win the division & are sure to win another Superbowl!!
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Gotta win one first to win “another” you tool.
Steelers – great game. Wish it would have gone the other way, but congrats all the same.

By: Mr.MondayNight

Mr.MondayNight — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:20:35 +0000

all these idiotic fans are saying all this and that about holding… the first packers TD was a blatant hold on James Harrison, but that doesn’t matter right?
Steelers have been plagued all season by bad secondary and we all know the packers can’t beat any good teams.
#1. To All Steeler Fans
EVEN IF WE MAKE THE PLAYOFFS…WERE DONE!, your telling me we can beat the Colts or Chargers??? See our secondary, its butter, if the steelers coaches can see WilliamG. AY getting beat up and down the field, we dont deserve a chance to be in the Playoffs.
#2. Until we actually get into the playoffs, all steeler fans including myself should shut their mouths, cause were an average team at best. Our Offense has a down syndrome of a offensive coordinator and now im questioning the mind of Dick Lebeau, when you cant see your secondary needs changes, you should be fired as well.
#3. A lot of changes need to be made and tons of stuff is going shockingly unnoticed like how bad our defense is.

By: RayLewisKillsPeople

RayLewisKillsPeople — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:20:17 +0000

Ravens suck

By: praveen

praveen — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:10:29 +0000

First of all, here is why i hated the onside kick. Sure Ike Taylor messed up a great kick by Reed. BUT THAT IS THE POINT. I understand you do not trust the Steelers defense. BUT WHY DO YOU TRUST THE STEELERS SPECIAL TEAMS TO EXECUTE ANY BETTER THAN THE DEFENSE? Going for the onside kick requires you to trust the Spcial teams AND the defense. Kicking it deep, you hope the defense can stop one of three drives. Otherwise, you might as well just kick onsides every single time in the 4th Q against Baltimore and Miami.

By: Whit

Whit — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:09:02 +0000

Bubby Brister…
Great post, thanks for laying out all the info. I take back what I said earlier, that scenario does seem likely.

By: packers4life

packers4life — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:08:19 +0000

“So where was that #1 ranked defense today? Looked like more holes in the secondary than Swiss cheese. Man I hope the Vikes meet the Pack again in the playoffs, because I’d love to see Favre carve them up again.
Well fought, both teams, and thank you Pack, for both a great QB and the division crown ”
Oh yeah like the Vikings defense is so spectacular. Not. Vikings defense=overrated. There is a reason why they are ranked 19th in defending against the pass.

By: Pervy'sGhost

Pervy'sGhost — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:07:20 +0000

packers4life says: Yah he was a part of it tool, deal with it. Allowing 500 passing is pathetic…worthy of the Bid Turd Award for secondary play.Watched all the game,Bush gave up some,team game string cheese dick…please don’t beat yo’ wife tonight!

By: stnmmc

stnmmc — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:06:27 +0000

# cheddar is beddar says: December 20, 2009 8:29 PM
stnmmc,
everyone knows you wouldn’t be saying that if the lucky Steelers would have lost. Get serious.
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Yes I am a Steeler’s fan. If you would like to believe it was all luck for us and are completely unwilling to comprehend that your D gave up 503 passing yards than that is your perogative. As for the reason why I support the call it is because 1) the reasons stated above 2) I am a gambler as a coach myself, and appreciate those that think outside the box, including Bellichik (can’t believe I admitted that, as a Steeler’s fan that is) and 3) see wyoff’s post.
Can’t say I have a ton of confidence in the likes of Tyrone Carter and William Gay. It is kind of like how you Packer’s fans have little faith in Bush in your secondary. Given his track record, I will take Ben right now over our D’s recent performances.
I was sick a number of times on that last drive, and NOTHING should be taken away from GB’s performance, you are still one of the best teams in the NFC, whatever Vikings fan says.

By: SteelerJim

SteelerJim — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:04:33 +0000

Dear Ben Haters,
Ben Roethlisberger joins HOFers YA Tittle & Warren Moon as only players with 500+ passing yards, 3+ TD passes & 0 INT in 1 game.
Another stat for you to think about before ripping him for being a baby or soft. Oh wait, that would be reasonable of you. Nevermind.
Steelers are a long shot, but still alive & fighting.

By: mike

mike — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:03:50 +0000

At least it was a last second win and not a loss because rodgers fell apart.

By: GobiasINC_1

GobiasINC_1 — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:03:21 +0000

Even hateful, low-life, forty-year-old quarterback fans who root for a team in purple have to admit that was one hell of a game.
What more can Aaron Rodgers do to get rid of the mantle that he can’t win the big one? His defense let him down here.

By: csaber2007

csaber2007 — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:00:53 +0000

I agree with the Steelers fans..it was a great game. I cringe at all the Favre jihadists who have somehow whine or assess blame and just can’t enjoy what was a great game.

By: wyoff

wyoff — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:00:06 +0000

–DayAllOnJuice
One of the dumbest things in recent memory. I’ve defended him in the past but that call really rattled my confidence in his decision making. The offense bailed him out. It will be interesting to hear the press conference.–
Would you rather have watched the Packers O march down the field, kill the clock, kick a field goal (or score a touchdown), and have the Steelers get the ball back with 30 seconds and no timeouts? Because judging from the prior losses this season that’s what the D would have done.
Tomlin recognized that it was do or die. He could either take a chance and give the game to his O, or he could go conservative and hope that this time the D would hold (even though it hasn’t any other time this season). Tomlin went all out, and the Steelers came out with a win.
I was starting to get concerned over Tomlin’s skill. His bold actions today have allayed my concerns.

By: Holeinone09

Holeinone09 — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:56:06 +0000

Finally Steeler Nation has a victory! Ben comes up huge against the previously no.1 ranked defense.
Again, the Steeler defense almost lets another one get away, and still give up too many big plays. Thank goodness for Big Ben bringing them back time and again.
WOW what a game and what a finish, almost like last year’s Super Bowl. Steelers have played many close games this year to both good and bad teams. Regardless of whether we get in the playoffs, it was good to get a victory after an unusually long losing streak.
So, one game at a time, and hope for some help. But if we can get into the playoffs, look out!
Look out Ravens.
GO STEELERS!

By: Lex Luger

Lex Luger — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:52:17 +0000

If Pittsburgh didnt get so many defensive holding calls, they wouldnt of had a chance.
All those calls kepts the Green Bay Defense on the fields forever, and no defense and keep up on 20 play drives without getting gassed.
The refs gave them the game, and Pittsburgh was calling (whining) for a flag after virtually every play.
The league favors steelers, anyone who says different hasnt been watch for last couple years.

By: wyoff

wyoff — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:47:11 +0000

–Even though the steelers won, that on-side kick was one of the poorest decisions a coach has ever made.–
Haven’t you seen the Steelers D give up 5 or 6 late 4th quarter leads this season?
Had they gone with a traditional kick-off, the Packers probably would have marched down the field, ate the clock, and kicked a late field goal, leaving the Steelers with little or no time left to do anything. That scenario has played out multiple times this season. Tomlin avoided it, and the Steelers came out with the win.

By: Ravens Macg

Ravens Macg — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:47:08 +0000

Next weeks game should be good. I just hope the Ravens only have to play against the steelers and not the refs also.

By: this class sucks

this class sucks — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:46:02 +0000

Just to add, stat wise 60% (1) of surprise onside kicks are recovered. The Packers scored on 75% (2) of their drives in the 2nd half. So take from that what you will. http://www.advancednflstats.com/2009/09/onside-kicks.html *1 http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/boxscore?gid=20091220023&page=drives *2

By: CanadianVikingFan

CanadianVikingFan — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:44:40 +0000

That was a really good game, Big Ben is just good.

By: packers4life

packers4life — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:44:11 +0000

“THE PACKERS HAVE CHOKED-UP AND WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS, AGAIN!”
Didn’t the Vikings do the same thing against the Steelers? Choke when coming from behind? Yep that’s what I thought.
“Where was Wisconsins finest Woodsen?? Pulling pudd instead of playing? MVP my ass.”
So, wait. When the Packers allowed that many passing yards, you automatically think Woodson was part of it? Dude, get your big fatass head out of your butt and watch the game. Woodson had a good game aside from a few penalties. It was Jarrett Bush who was at the most fault.
“I called a last second TD to steal the win and lo and behold it all came true. ”
Oh wow. That’s pretty impressive….NOT!! Tell that to people who actually care, moron.

By: badfish69

badfish69 — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:39:27 +0000

Mason Crosby has now missed 10 field goals this year. He has missed kicks in four straight games all of which were less than 45 yds.
How can anybody make a case for this guy kicking in one more game?

By: CD_Ridge

CD_Ridge — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:36:15 +0000

I am glad that the Steelers finally won a game. Now let’s get back to Steelers football. Run, block and most importantly TACKLE.
I understand Coach Tomlin’s decision to go for the onside kick. He does not trust the defense (self evident by giving up 36 points.) He wanted the ball in the offense’s hands to (A) kill the clock if the onside kick was successful or (B) have enough time on the clock for the offense to score and win the game. Coach Tomlin was very fortunate tonight.

By: SteelHammer92

SteelHammer92 — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:35:56 +0000

Bobby Brister,
They don’t need Houston to lose. Houston could win out and it won’t matter. All that matters is that Denver, Jacksonville, and New York each lose one game and Pittsburgh wins out.

By: steeltownpride

steeltownpride — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:35:40 +0000

GREAT game . We just needed to win a game . Maybe we dont make the playoffs , maybe we do . But it was just good to see us finally win a game . Packers fans that was a great game . GB like Pit is rich in football tradition . You have a great team .

By: Lombardi 6

Lombardi 6 — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:33:37 +0000

Great call Brister!!—-With the exception of the RatBirds winning everything fell the Steelers way today—And the dirtybirds come to the Burgh next week….All of a sudden the Steelers are in play and have a decent chance for the playoffs…oh yeah—F all of u pathetic SteelerHaters

By: DanRooney

DanRooney — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:33:37 +0000

Why isn’t this titled “Steelers SHOCK Packers?” Absolutely crazy that Ben can throw for 500 yards and 3 TDs including a game winning TD with 0:00 playing against the Packer #2 defense, his pathetic OL, and a two-man comedy called the Gay and Tyrone show.

By: bakler5

bakler5 — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:31:37 +0000

If Packers fans expected to win this game then they were dreaming. Yea it was the worst possible way to lose, but the defending Super Bowl champs had just lost 5 in a row, and were embarrassed by Cleveland. They were at home, with 10 days to prepare. I for one didn’t expect it to even be close. I am embarrassed by our defensive performance, and will be surprised if Bush still has a spot on this team.
Vikings fans, you do realize that this game has basically ZERO effect on the Packers playoffs right? There is no reason to be on here ripping into Packers fans. Get a life. We weren’t embarrassed today, I highly doubt there is anyone, besides Bush, who is upset with how they played today. It was a great game to watch.