2007-09-25 02:42:58 · 19 answers · asked by Mr. Cadillac Jones 2 in Sports ➔ Football (American)
Yes they will win the division. The only team that has a chance of beating them is Cincy. The Ravens do not have the offense to drive on them, and the Steelers defense is too much for them.
The Bengals have a good offense, but there defense is horrible. The Bengals will give it a good shot, but they will fall short this year.
The Browns will have to wait unitl about 2020 for there shot at division champs.
Pittsburgh has a dominating defense, and there offense is doing great. They have not even opened the playbook yet, and when they do, watch out. Santonio Holmes is going to light it up.
2007-09-25 06:38:50 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure how good they are but they can definitely win the division. Cincinnati is going to be giving up a lot of points all season and will have to outscore everyone. We knew they had a week defense but to let Cleveland drop 51 on them was mindboggling.
Batimore will be tough to beat as usual. It may come down to the head to heads between them and the Steelers. I see the Steelers as being more versatile offensively and maybe even having as good a defense as the Ravens.
Roethlisberger is showing the same stuff he did in his first two seasons when he went 15-1 one season and then won the Super Bowl. He's never going to be Marino or Favre but he is in full control of the offense, keeping plays alive when it looks like he's sacked, showing good judgement and making few mistakes. He's got a lot more targets this year and Willie Parker will be in the Pro Bowl.
The Steelers main problem right now is leaving too many points on the field. They've had passes in the hands of receivers in the endzone on several drives and then had to settle for FGs. They can't do that against the better teams in the league and expect to win.
But I can see the Steelers with 12 wins and another Division Championship.
2007-09-25 03:25:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely. The Steelers have a solid core of veterans who know how to win. It's not a question of can I see them winning the division but do they have enough to win the Super Bowl. I think the Pats, Colts, and Steelers are the top three teams in the league right now. I think any given Sunday these teams could beat each other. My only concern would be Tomlin being a rookie head coach. Does he make a mistake in a big game with the pressure on?
2007-09-25 03:16:57 · answer #3 · answered by bigdog33_8 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Remember the Steelers were 15-1 three seasons ago. They have the best defense in the NFL & a great running game with Willie Parker, smart QB in Big Ben & good receivers in Hines Ward & Santonio Holmes. You have to play the schedule that the NFL gives you & they don't have a lot of tough games. They could potentially be 12-0 when they face New England on December 9th. They will win the AFC North & if they win the games they are suppose to win they could have homefield advantage in the playoffs & nobody especially Indy wants to come to Pittsburgh in January!!!
Remember they did win a Superbowl two years ago as a #6 seed in the playoffs & played all playoff games on the road & beat Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Denver & Seattle!!!!
2007-09-25 02:52:34 · answer #4 · answered by Big E 5 · 5⤊ 1⤋
The Steelers are that good. They have a well-rounded offense as well as one of the best defenses in the game. Their division consists of Baltimore, who cant score, Cincinatti, who can't stop others from scoring, and Cleveland, which says enough. There are so many Pittsburgh questioners out there only because of their weak schedule. They are a team that is for real. Their easiest feat will be winning the division.
2007-09-25 02:48:33 · answer #5 · answered by Jimmiesgirl48 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
actual, if that state of affairs happens, the Pittsburgh Steelers win the AFC North branch, and get a minimum of the #2 seed, as properly as a usual around bye, in the AFC playoffs. If this state of affairs happens, and the recent England Patriots lose to the Buffalo costs, then the Steelers might get the #a million seed, and domicile field income with the aid of the AFC playoffs.
2016-10-19 22:17:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They're a balanced team that plays well on both sides of the ball. They do what they have to do to win games. When one facet of the team struggles, another steps up.
Though it's still early, winning the division is very possible. They have a 3rd place schedule that they're taking full advantage of. Right now, 13-3 or 12-4 isn't too far off.
2007-09-25 03:25:44 · answer #7 · answered by mr_cj_jr 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Easily.
Look at their schedule. Only game they should have to worry about and thats against the Patriots on the road.
Steelers should finish 14-2 , but at the least 13-3
I dont see the browns, bengals or ravens putting up 13 wins to compete with them.
2007-09-25 02:47:25 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
As much as I hate to say it, they are the team to beat in the AFC North. Bengals have all "O" and no "D". Baltimore's D has slipped a little and their secondary is vulnerable, evidenced by their two past fourth quarter lapses. Pitt is the most balanced team, and should go 10-6 or 11-5 barring any significant injuries.
2007-09-25 02:49:04 · answer #9 · answered by Wayne M 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
They will win the AFC North, the only real competition is the Ravens.
2007-09-25 02:45:28 · answer #10 · answered by Green Dot On Helmet 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋