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The Colts just got flat out played by the Steelers in this game. I bought into all the hype of Indy this season and thought Pitt didn't stand a chance. And Ben Roths who I criticized, managed that game perfect within that offense. Hats off to the Steelers and man, do I wish I had the Money Line on that game. Great call for all you out there that hit that one.
The Colts couldn't stop the Steelers' pass rush, and Manning got hit all game. He needs time to throw the ball and at least go through his progressions but that offensive line just got abused by Pittsburgh.
The Colts offense is a timing offense and I think the long time off really did hurt this team. Manning composer was a little questionable, and I hate seeing guys just sitting on the bench when the defense is playing especially in a playoff game. Get you ass up and stand on the sideline and support your defense this is a team game. I am referring to the close up on Marvin Harrison during Pitts drive where they attempted two fourth down conversions. I have to question their heart because throughout the game they just looked defeated.
And yes it is true, the Colts defense might just be a little over-rated. I think we would have seen that defense exposed in week 6 by St. Louis if Bulger doesn't get hurt in that game and it should have been obvious after the Cincy game.
I applaud the Steelers, because once again I'll admit I didn't they think had it in them but Cowher had a great game plan and the player's execution was flawless. Cowher did have me worried their for a minute it because he looked like he was going to play it conservative with a zone defense when the Colts scored their second TD. Cowher was smart enough to stick with his game plan of pressuring Manning when the Colts got the ball with 2:31 on clock forcing the TO on downs.
And then the unthinkable happens a Bettis fumble on the goaline for the winning TD. I am glad I have that HD hookup because Bettis face was priceless. I think Harper could have taken the ball distance if he would have made a cut to the sideline instead of back toward the middle of field. I just don't think Ben had the angle on Harper. And as a Browns fan I couldn't help think about this playing out like the Ernest Byner fumble that cost the Browns, and then annoying labeled "The Drive" as a reminder.
But that wasn't the case because of what I think was a play calling error by Indy. That 3 and 2 they should have handed the ball off or called a screen to James for the first down instead the pass. There was 25 seconds left and the Colts had a timeout. If they get the first down the Colts could have got back to the line and spiked the ball with a timeout left and one more possible shot at the end zone. And if they don't get the first just call the timeout and attempt the FG.
And the refs, could they have been any worse? I can't believe they blew that call with the turnover. They almost gave that game away to Indy but the Steelers did deserve to win that game.
Any thoughts guys?
The Colts just got flat out played by the Steelers in this game. I bought into all the hype of Indy this season and thought Pitt didn't stand a chance. And Ben Roths who I criticized, managed that game perfect within that offense. Hats off to the Steelers and man, do I wish I had the Money Line on that game. Great call for all you out there that hit that one.
The Colts couldn't stop the Steelers' pass rush, and Manning got hit all game. He needs time to throw the ball and at least go through his progressions but that offensive line just got abused by Pittsburgh.
The Colts offense is a timing offense and I think the long time off really did hurt this team. Manning composer was a little questionable, and I hate seeing guys just sitting on the bench when the defense is playing especially in a playoff game. Get you ass up and stand on the sideline and support your defense this is a team game. I am referring to the close up on Marvin Harrison during Pitts drive where they attempted two fourth down conversions. I have to question their heart because throughout the game they just looked defeated.
And yes it is true, the Colts defense might just be a little over-rated. I think we would have seen that defense exposed in week 6 by St. Louis if Bulger doesn't get hurt in that game and it should have been obvious after the Cincy game.
I applaud the Steelers, because once again I'll admit I didn't they think had it in them but Cowher had a great game plan and the player's execution was flawless. Cowher did have me worried their for a minute it because he looked like he was going to play it conservative with a zone defense when the Colts scored their second TD. Cowher was smart enough to stick with his game plan of pressuring Manning when the Colts got the ball with 2:31 on clock forcing the TO on downs.
And then the unthinkable happens a Bettis fumble on the goaline for the winning TD. I am glad I have that HD hookup because Bettis face was priceless. I think Harper could have taken the ball distance if he would have made a cut to the sideline instead of back toward the middle of field. I just don't think Ben had the angle on Harper. And as a Browns fan I couldn't help think about this playing out like the Ernest Byner fumble that cost the Browns, and then annoying labeled "The Drive" as a reminder.
But that wasn't the case because of what I think was a play calling error by Indy. That 3 and 2 they should have handed the ball off or called a screen to James for the first down instead the pass. There was 25 seconds left and the Colts had a timeout. If they get the first down the Colts could have got back to the line and spiked the ball with a timeout left and one more possible shot at the end zone. And if they don't get the first just call the timeout and attempt the FG.
And the refs, could they have been any worse? I can't believe they blew that call with the turnover. They almost gave that game away to Indy but the Steelers did deserve to win that game.
Any thoughts guys?
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