By Jeremy Hritz What a sorely needed win for the Pittsburgh Steelers to avoid a 1-4 start, as the team defeated the Broncos, 27-19. The Steelers came out hot out of the gate with a beautiful, deep touchdown pass from Ben Roethlisberger to Diontae Johnson. While it wasn’t all pretty, it was a win, andContinue reading “Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Who Did Well, Who Did Not Against the Broncos (10/10/21)”
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Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Who Did Well, Who Did Not Against the Packers (10/3/21)
By Jeremy Hritz Another disappointing loss, another gut-punch in the chances of the Steelers chances for a playoff season. There isn’t much good to discuss in the week’s Honor Roll, but I give it my best shot, though there is no shortage of players who find their way on the Needs Improvement list this week.Continue reading “Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Who Did Well, Who Did Not Against the Packers (10/3/21)”
Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Who Did Well, Who Did Not Against the Bengals (9/26/21)
By Jeremy Hritz That was just brutal. The Steelers lost to the Cincinnati Bengals 24-10, their third consecutive home loss dating back to 2020. The Steelers played poorly across the board, looked uninspired, and their much-revered quarterback appeared defeated, as he was once again harried and hurried by an opposing defense. There are many concernsContinue reading “Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Who Did Well, Who Did Not Against the Bengals (9/26/21)”
Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Who Did Well, Who Did Not Against the Las Vegas Raiders
By Jeremy Hritz How quickly things can change in the NFL. The Steelers, coming off of a big win against the Buffalo Bills, dropped their home opener against the Las Vegas Raiders, 26-17, falling to 1-1 in the AFC. Injuries defensively mounted throughout the game, while offensive yardage did not, and a dismal mood hoversContinue reading “Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Who Did Well, Who Did Not Against the Las Vegas Raiders”
Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Who Did Well, Who Did Not Against the Buffalo Bills (9/12/21)
By Jeremy Hritz That was fun. The Pittsburgh Steelers started their 2021 season in intense fashion, beating the highly touted Buffalo Bills to begin the year 1-0. There were many big plays especially on the defensive side of the football and reasons for optimism heading into week 2. With that said, here is my listContinue reading “Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Who Did Well, Who Did Not Against the Buffalo Bills (9/12/21)”
Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Who Did Well, Who Did Not Against the Carolina Panthers (8/27/21)
By Jeremy Hritz The Steelers preseason has concluded, and after 3 consecutive wins, they finally encountered their first loss at the hands of the Carolina Panthers, 34-9. While the majority of their starters were rested, many fringe players who were in roster battles played significant time, providing more tape for coaches to evaluate and toContinue reading “Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Who Did Well, Who Did Not Against the Carolina Panthers (8/27/21)”
Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Who Did Well, Who Did Not Against the Detroit Lions (8/21/21)
By Jeremy Hritz The third Steelers preseason game is complete, and the team has moved to a 3-0 record, downing the Detroit Lions 26 – 20. There were many standouts in this exhibition, and much confidence has emerged as a result of the performances of several Steelers. Here is a look at those Steelers whoContinue reading “Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Who Did Well, Who Did Not Against the Detroit Lions (8/21/21)”
Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Preseason Game 2 vs. Philadelphia Eagles: Who Excelled, and Who Did Not
By Jeremy Hritz Incredible that game #2 of the Steelers preseason is now in the books, and what a fun, and revealing contest, it was. Despite the oppressive heat, some players elevated their games and continued to make their case for the 53-man roster. Disappointingly, others took a step back. Here is a look atContinue reading “Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List: Preseason Game 2 vs. Philadelphia Eagles: Who Excelled, and Who Did Not”
Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List From the Hall of Fame Game Vs. Dallas Cowboys: Who Excelled, and Who Did Not
By Jeremy Hritz The Steelers wrapped up their first preseason contest of the season, defeating the Dallas Cowboys, 16-3, and several players took positive steps towards making the 53-man roster, while others went the opposite direction. This is the first-ever Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement evaluation based on the Hall of Fame Game against the DallasContinue reading “Steelers Honor Roll/Needs Improvement List From the Hall of Fame Game Vs. Dallas Cowboys: Who Excelled, and Who Did Not”