Yay or Nay? Week 9 vs Bears

[Steeler Nation]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are back in primetime on Monday Night Football as they host the Chicago Bears. Both teams are desperate for wins as the Steelers look to continue to claw their way to the top of the AFC North; the Bears seeking some type of rhythm. The Steelers can’t underestimate this team with a dynamic, but inexperienced, playmaker in quarterback, Justin Fields.

Last week the Steelers pulled off, according to experts, an improbable win in Cleveland. With no kicker late in the game and the odds against them, Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger got his first win in his home state in three years; and first in Cleveland in four years. We went 3-2 in Yay or Nay last week. So without further ado…

Ben Roethlisberger throws 3 touchdowns​

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Ben’s better days are behind him. It’s not debatable. But the narrative he can’t play isn’t a legitimate argument. It’s a lazy narrative. That doesn’t mean he is able to play at the levels we have previously observed. He has been steady during this winning streak. Can he kick it up a notch as the offense continues to improve?

– YAY

Defense forces 2+ turnovers​

The Steelers’ defense hasn’t been quite as sharp in forcing turnovers this season—especially compared to the previous two seasons. However, with the defense getting a little bit healthier, factors such as Minkah Fitzpatrick (and others) settling into a more consistent role, and signs of life in the defense the past couple of games… Could this be trending back in that direction?

– YAY

Steelers tight ends combine for over 100 yards receiving​

How about Pat Freiermuth? How Zach Gentry? Both of these guys had really solid games last week. Gentry’s improvement has been especially a nice thing to watch. With Eric Ebron out again, these two will get the starting nods again. While they can be great weapons in this offense, will Ben look their ways early and often in this game?

– NAY

The Steelers offensive line limits pressures​

The o-line is slowly, painfully, but surely improving. The run game is clicking. The pass protection has been decent at times. With Khalil Mack out, that certainly helps Matt Canada breathe out a little bit. Will they keep Ben clean?

– YAY

The Steelers continue their MNF Home dominance​

You know the stats. This is a must-win (like every other week) as the AFC North race intensifies.

– YAY



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[Drink IRON City]

Jobe, thanks for this Ya / Nay series, I like the.


I think 2 TD passes from BEN. I also think the OL will open running lanes and Najee gets 100+ rushing yards.

Defense gets 2 turnovers and 1 is due to TJ WATT, the other is an interception.





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[slashsteel]

I also think Ben gets two TDs or even more likely three drives one FG, one rushing and one passing. A **** load of underdogs won yesterday. Let us hope the Steelers are paying attention and play aggressive.

 

[Litos]

nay
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[wig]

The Steelers are poised to take a solid 2nd place in the division. While their points scored is the worst in the division, their points allowed is the best. There is opportunity if they continue to focus on the running game and allow an ACTUAL NFL offense to develop.

 

[stillerfaninfl]

At home, on a Monday night, against a 3 and 5 bears team without Mack. Would really like to see a blowout, beat down for once, and not another down to the wire game.

 

[Drink IRON City]

The Steelers are poised to take a solid 2nd place in the division. While their points scored is the worst in the division, their points allowed is the best. There is opportunity if they continue to focus on the running game and allow an ACTUAL NFL offense to develop.

BIG truth wig. If our Coach doesn't get to cute and cost us, we have the makings to win this and continue up the ladder.




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