Official Jets-Steelers Game Thread

[BottlesOf]

Wanted to get this one started. Good luck to both teams, and let's hope it's a great game.

(And of course, Go JETS!)

[IndieMatty]

I'm commencing my drinking now. Joe Benigo owns today. Go Jets!!

[NoChance]

Go Steelers!

So, what is the condition of Pennington. Did they make up that flu thing to make him seem worse than he actually is or is he really not doing so well?

Also, high scoring game or low scoring game?

[BottlesOf]

He had a 24 hr. flu thing. I don't know him personally, so I have no idea if it was made up, but I don't think the moon landing was made up either, so color me naive.

I think there will be low/medium scoring.

[istewart]

Let's see what Big Ben is made of.

[IggyWH]

The drinking has began...

and I only didn't go to the game because it was supposed to be a crappy day when I could have bought tickets on Monday.

It's a pretty nice day here in Pittsburgh. Sun is shining, looks like clear weather and in the high twenties. The sun is warming things up though so it feels nicer than that.

Field is going to be crap though. Grass was frozen last night and now it's melted and muddy. Good luck to the Jets, but not too much /images/graemlins/grin.gif

[NoChance]

I don't think the Jets are the type of team where we will find out what Ben is made of. What I mean by that is, like the Steelers, they are a grind it out kind of team that also relys of defense. I don't think the Jets can get a big lead and force the Steelers to rely on Ben for a comeback. It should be a low scoring, hard hitting, grind it out kind of game. All Ben has to do is hand it off and not make mistakes.

However, if the Jets can find a way to slow the Steeler running game down, Ben would then be forced into a lot of 3rd and long situations. That could test him a bit.

I noticed he often holds the ball to long. Im my opinion he hasn't learned to throw it away as often as he should which has resulted in too many sacks this year. It seems when they get just inside field goal range, he often ends up getting sacked and then the Steelers pin the other team inside their own 5 with a short punt.

Also, it looks like Abraham played in the last matchup but he only had one tackle. I wonder how that affects things.

Thoughts?

[crash]

I lived in Pittsburgh for all four SB victories. I was there in 75 and 76. Then I moved to Spain for two years 77 and 78, and they didn't win it. Then I moved back to Pitt during 79 and 80, and they won those years, then I moved away, and they haven't won since. Obviously, I need to move back.


Note to OP: who pulls for the Jets? I mean, honestly.

[BottlesOf]

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Note to OP: who pulls for the Jets? I mean, honestly.

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Stupid point by you.

[crash]

well it was meant to be funny, in a stupid sort of way. Mission accomplished, I guess.

[lastchance]

Curtis Martin, Jerome Bettis. Two of the best run defenses in the game. Two good O-lines. Tough, physical game.

[IggyWH]

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Curtis Martin, Jerome Bettis. Two of the best run defenses in the game. Two good O-lines. Tough, physical game.

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I don't know if it's the Jets filling us with BS, but the belief around here is that LaMont is going to get as many if not more carries than Martin. Personally I don't get it... but I never understand anything Herman does.

[BottlesOf]

No way. Lamont will definitely get some carries, as he should. I've heard they will both be on the field at the same time for some plays, I think that should be interesting.

But Lamont is awesome. His avg. is like over 5 yards a carry. He basically won it for us last week, by setting up a short field goal in OT. Lamont Jordan is the new Bus. /images/graemlins/blush.gif

[IggyWH]

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No way. Lamont will definitely get some carries, as he should. I've heard they will both be on the field at the same time for some plays, I think that should be interesting.

But Lamont is awesome. His avg. is like over 5 yards a carry. He basically won it for us last week, by setting up a short field goal in OT. Lamont Jordan is the new Bus. /images/graemlins/blush.gif

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I still don't see how you don't ride a HOFer and the leagues leading rusher in the playoffs and try to split carriers with the backup. Can you name Barry Sanders backup? (don't bother answering that)

[lastchance]

Jordan's coming on, but yeah, the Jets need Martin.

BTW, Steelers -9. Anyone else think that's skewed?

[BottlesOf]

They definitely will use plenty of Curtis. But your point about Sanders doens't make sense. I can't name his backup, and I'm assuming he's a nobody. Well, the Jets' situation is very different. Jordan isn't a nobody. He's a skilled runner, with a very different style than Martin. By using some Jordan, they force the Pitt defense to constantly adjust their technique in stopping the run as they will have two different runners running at them at different times, and occasionally not know who will have the ball until it's handed off.

[IggyWH]

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They definitely will use plenty of Curtis. But your point about Sanders doens't make sense. I can't name his backup, and I'm assuming he's a nobody.

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My point is, who knows and who cares about Barry Sanders backup. Barry Sanders was a HOF running back and always at the top of the league in rushing every year. When you have that kind of talent, you don't need a backup. You ride that horse to the death. Is LaMont a HOFer? No... Has LaMont Jordan ever won a rushing title? No... has LaMont ever rushed for more than 500 yards in a season? No...

I'm not saying he's not a good change of pace back for the Jets. To consider giving him as many and maybe more carries than Martin though is just insane to me.

Also, I wouldn't be too happy if I were you with having them both in the backfield. Not having a real fullback really hurts a running back (see Eddie George in Tennessee when they stopped using a FB). Running backs are used to cut blocking people, they're not used to trying to stand up linebackers.

[IggyWH]

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Jordan's coming on, but yeah, the Jets need Martin.

BTW, Steelers -9. Anyone else think that's skewed?

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I know Jets fans aren't going to like me saying this, but I don't think so at all. I also think the Steelers are easily going to cover that. Don't worry... I'll be here to eat my words if it comes to that but that's just how I feel about this game.

The only chance I think the Jets have is to get some big plays early and put a quick 10-14 points on the board. That could take Pittsburgh away from the running game putting more pressure on Ben and the defense.

[IndieMatty]

How the [censored] do you not go to the game.

[IggyWH]

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How the [censored] do you not go to the game.

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I'm only a part-time worker so I don't get sick days. I can't afford to miss a day of work because I got sick at the Steelers game. It was supposed to be mid 30's and downpour raining but that's our retarded weathermen for you. It was also $200 for a ticket in the endzone peanut heaven.

[daryn]

going to the game blows. i'd rather watch in my living room on my huge tv with a bunch of food and buddies.

[BottlesOf]

Yea, seriously.

Guess that's the difference between Steelers and Jets fans.

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Pitts 31 NYJ 13

[ArchAngel71857]

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Pitts 31 NYJ 13

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Is the whole bears team mini or just ditka mini?

-AA

[BottlesOf]

I am going to count them. That 2nd & 18 was the first.

[IggyWH]

Both teams started out with horrible series.

[PhatTBoll]

Roethlisberger looks rusty. This could be interesting if the Jets can move the ball.

[BottlesOf]

That's right, Morey. Show'em how it's done.

[BottlesOf]

2nd and 21. WTF are you doing?

[IggyWH]

Naked boot with Pennington?

[BottlesOf]

And terrible call by Dierdorf. 3rd and 24, WTF are you doing?

[IggyWH]

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And terrible call by Dierdorf. 3rd and 24, WTF are you doing?

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That one wasn't bad... playing field position game. Too early to take that kind of risk.

[BottlesOf]

They had the best possible result and it netted them 10 yards. They still had a shitty punt. What field position? Awful.

[craig r]

It is not a bad play. Why risk coughing it up right there, especially since most likely you aren't going to get the 1st?

craig

[BottlesOf]

If you're not throwing the ball b/c you're afraid of throwing interceptions, that's like fearing quads.

[IggyWH]

or does it look like Ben's candy arming his throws? I don't like what I'm seeing from his passes so far.

[craig r]

That was not what I was saying. There is a difference between throwing on 3 and less than 10 and 3 and 24 on your own 20.

craig

[NoChance]

The first big play of the game.

[istewart]

NICE PASS CHAD

[IggyWH]

That'll kill you everytime. 10-0 Stillaz

[daryn]

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How the [censored] do you not go to the game.

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I'm only a part-time worker so I don't get sick days. I can't afford to miss a day of work because I got sick at the Steelers game. It was supposed to be mid 30's and downpour raining but that's our retarded weathermen for you. It was also $200 for a ticket in the endzone peanut heaven.

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lamest excuse i've ever heard. why not just tell it like it is like i did? uh oh, mid 30s, i hope i don't get SICK! bwaahahahahhaha. why don't people who live in colder climates get more colds?

[IggyWH]

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How the [censored] do you not go to the game.

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I'm only a part-time worker so I don't get sick days. I can't afford to miss a day of work because I got sick at the Steelers game. It was supposed to be mid 30's and downpour raining but that's our retarded weathermen for you. It was also $200 for a ticket in the endzone peanut heaven.

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lamest excuse i've ever heard. why not just tell it like it is like i did? uh oh, mid 30s, i hope i don't get SICK! bwaahahahahhaha. why don't people who live in colder climates get more colds?

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I guess it's hard to read a WHOLE post...

Monday, when I had the chance to buy the ticket, the forecast was mid 30's and downpour rain. It's not the cold that makes you sick...

[daryn]

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It's not the cold that makes you sick...

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i know, that's why i was making fun of you.

[BottlesOf]

Uh oh

[IggyWH]

Don't go freaking out yet... Jets are looking pretty good on this drive so far.

[BottlesOf]

I've been freaking out all season.

[BottlesOf]

Just retarded.

[istewart]

Get sacked more Pennington. Jesus Christ Jets.

[istewart]

WILLIAMS!!!! WTF

[istewart]

MOSS!!!!!

[BottlesOf]

Santana, Freaky, Jim Jones, KILLA!

[MercTec]

I know Im gonna be late to Bunkfest 2005 cuz of this game.

[BottlesOf]

If they win, I expect you to wear any Jets gear you may have.

[MercTec]

With a big [censored]-eatin grin on my face....

[pshreck]

Every time I hear Herm Edwards speak, I wonder how in the hell did he move his way up the ladder and become and NFL head coach (gotta be one of the toughest jobs on the face of the planet to get). He just seems like an over-the-top moron.

Guaranteed he will say something really stupid if they lose, but something much, much worse if they win. I can see it coming.

[BottlesOf]

Pennington is really perfecting the falling on his face desparation shuttle pass for no gain.

[IggyWH]

wow... think the Steelers dodged a bullet there. Jets offense was rolling a little bit there and it would have hurt if they went and scored. Thank God the Jets love screen passes!

[MercTec]

YEAH BIATCH!

[BottlesOf]

wooooot

[daryn]

BRING ON THE JETS!

[IggyWH]

*

[istewart]

In
ter
ception.

[BottlesOf]

See, I'm kinda torn on that one. The Colts will man rape us, I do like our chances better against the Pats (although we are outmatched in both cases). However, I really hate the Pats more than anything, and I'd like to see Manning win one.

[MercTec]

First of all....lets not get ahead of ourselves....
secondly, Manning is our bitch...he still has nightmares of the 41-0 thumping we layed on him a couple years ago.

[BottlesOf]

of course. the steelers are and should be still considered a favorite in this game.

[pshreck]

If the Jets pull this off, the only Rothlisburger stat that will matter is this : Playoffs, 0-1.

[MercTec]

But i would certainly feel pretty good sitting with +9.5

[BottlesOf]

I dunno about that. The guy had the best rookie qb season ever. I would certainly want him on my team.

[BottlesOf]

Give the 14/15 yr old female champ a few years....

[MercTec]

Agreed /images/graemlins/grin.gif

and yes we are sick

[BottlesOf]

Straight cash, homie!

[MercTec]

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[IggyWH]

The Jets really owe Ben, Jerome and Steelers special teams a bottle of wine. Jets haven't done much in this game... Steelers are just giving it away.

[BottlesOf]

Blah, Blah, Blah...

[pshreck]

From a perpsective of the same stat repeated on every major network, every week from week 3 or so as a way of praising him despite his actual play in games or stats...

No longer "undefeated in all NFL starts".

It will be "he played like a crappy rookie in his first really important football game of his NFL career".

Dont get me wrong, he is good. As for really blowing me away, he would need atleast 1 playoff win this season, or atleast a good game when it matters.

Also... did you see that 10 year old black kid that won the pass/kick competition. He looked like he was 6/3 190. Ridiculous.

[IggyWH]

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Also... did you see that 10 year old black kid that won the pass/kick competition. He looked like he was 6/3 190. Ridiculous.

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The black kid from Salt Lake City cracked me up because his name was straight out of Africa. Not that there's anything wrong with that but strange for Salt Lake City.

[BottlesOf]

Did you see Rothlwhatever go back and lift up that Jet guy on the sideline? That's class. Big Ben is alright in my book.

[pshreck]

Just wait for someone to call that one of the best drives in playoff history.

[BottlesOf]

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[IggyWH]

6 minutes left, tie score, Jets getting the ball... it's time to see who wants it. Doesn't get much better than this as a football fan!

[MercTec]

unfortunately, jets fans have seen this horse and [censored] pony show

[PhatTBoll]

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it's time to see who wants it. Doesn't get much better than this as a football fan!

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Both teams will try to give 110%, but at the end of the day, the winning team is the one that scores the most points.

[BottlesOf]

nice

[BottlesOf]

We need a turnover.

[Ozzzz]

could have used an extra foot on that kick...

[IggyWH]

Jets didn't want it... now it's time for the Steelers to show they want it and quit giving the damn game away.

[IggyWH]

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We need a turnover.

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Steelers are kicking to the open end though. If they get a FG attempt, our kicker hates that end. He said it was easier to kick in Miami during the hurricane than it is to kick into the open end.

[Ozzzz]

i was thinking 3 and out, but your idea was better...

[BottlesOf]

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We need a turnover.

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I pwn [censored].

[daryn]

shittsburgh.

[IggyWH]

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Jets didn't want it... now it's time for the Steelers to show they want it and quit giving the damn game away.

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Well, I think it's obvious the Steelers don't want it. GG Jets.

[MercTec]

Your wish is granted

[pshreck]

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We need a turnover.

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You got it.

I don't like to make big predictions about careers... but ahh here goes.

Big Ben is the next Eli Manning.

[IggyWH]

Uhhhhh... nice job adding 2 yards to your FG attempt.

[jakethebake]

CHOKE!!!!

[BottlesOf]

Well, he's not on the team next year.

[Number4]

Pitt does not deserve to win this game.

[MercTec]

We dont deserve to win this game.....2 chances.....i would be shocked if we come back

[IggyWH]

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[private joker]

Chances the Jets will have a new kicker next season: 100%.

[ethan]

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Jets didn't want it... now it's time for the Steelers to show they want it and quit giving the damn game away.

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Well, I think it's obvious the Steelers don't want it. GG Jets.

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Good thing for them the Jets don't want it either. This is ugly.

[MercTec]

Jets won the toss....going for the trifecta

[BottlesOf]

Seriously. I think the defense has a better chance of scoring.

[MercTec]

Bunkfest is gonna have to wait a bit.....u have a cell phone to tell them I'm prolly gonna be late?

[craig r]

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Good thing for them the Jets don't want it either.

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I don't understand this "want it" concept. Is this just something people say?

craig

[ozyman]

Anyone else remember how much they truly appreciate Adam Vinatieri.

[BottlesOf]

Dude, I'm not going anywhere. I'll pm you my cell.

[IggyWH]

Do you Jets fans find yourself trying to do different things since they missed the last 2 FG's? Like sit in a different part of the couch or something like that?

I know I have to piss, but since I had to piss, Jets have choked twice. I feel like if I piss the Steelers luck will end.

[MercTec]

I think Jets are short....

[BottlesOf]

No, as a poker player, I know that is nonsensical. /images/graemlins/grin.gif

I prefer just to scream.

[MercTec]

WHOA....we just caught a major break

[IggyWH]

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WHOA....we just caught a major break

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Yeah, it happens though. Close enough play that I can live with the call.

[daryn]

the jets blow.


why can't they win! /images/graemlins/frown.gif

[NoChance]

I understand the call. I didn't like how the receiver pushed off.

[IggyWH]

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I understand the call. I didn't like how the receiver pushed off.

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They've let them play all game. I don't think there's a play that Burress doesn't push off.

[BottlesOf]

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[NoChance]

I firmly believe the 10 yard penalty on the very next play was because they missed that call. It all worked out as it should have.

[pshreck]

This is the worst played entertaing football game I have ever watched. It seems that something only happens because one of the two teams is screwing up.

[BottlesOf]

Congrats on moving on. We had opportunities to capitalize on mistakes, and we didn't. We were beat by a superior team. Bust those [censored] Pats.

I think the Jets had a better season than anyone expected and can be proud of what they accomplished this year. I am satisfied and look forward to some pokering and drinking.

[istewart]

Congrats to the Jets, gave the Steelers the scare of their lives.

[MercTec]

Amen and well said. We'll get em next year. See ya in a bit.

[ethan]

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Good thing for them the Jets don't want it either.

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I don't understand this "want it" concept. Is this just something people say?

craig

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Yes. Clearly both teams "want" to win. Sometimes they just happen not to play like it.

[lastchance]

Steelers commit 3 second-half turnovers, one of them for a touchdown the other way, and another one to give the game to the Jets (if they convert). Steelers give up a punt return for a TD.

Jets blow two chances to win the game with two missed field goals.

Steelers survive, but they can't play like this against NE or IND.

Steelers show why they're good though. In the second half, Bettis and Staley inside the tackles just run over the Jets defense, and the Jets needed every one of those turnovers. The top-ranked defense in the league gives up but 3 points.

[Met Knup]

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[Aces McGee]

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I am satisfied

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How can you be satisfied after a game like that? Don't me wrong; I agree the Jets should be proud of what they accomplished, and so should their fans. But it's been, what, ten minutes since your season ended in fairly heartbreaking fashion?

Take some time to be pissed off. Satisfaction will be there in the morning.

-McGee

[IggyWH]

Well, it was far from what I expected. Jets played decent (minus your FG kicker) and took full advantage of the Steelers mistakes (minus the last interception).

I feel bad for your kicker. Heinz Field chews up and spits out kickers. I believe opponent FG% made is &gt; 50%. He's going to take some serious abuse in the media.

If the Steelers want to move on though, they need a good kick in the ass. Cowher's usually given the team off until Wednesday since they've been winning. I bet he has their asses in on Monday.

They looked very rusty and Ben played like he is... a rookie. Obviously his ribs are a lot worse than the Steelers are leading on.

Nice season Jets... and since I'm a HUGE Curtis Martin fan, I hate to see the season to end.

[ClaytonN]

I was one of the few who thought the Jets would win, and I'll be damned. If they had a kicker who was worth a damn tonight, I'd be grinning ear to ear.

Oh well, WGAF. I'm in Atlanta. We watch the Falcons.

[fryKing]

they played a good game, all that, blah blah.

Right now I just want to vomit.

[IggyWH]

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Do you Jets fans find yourself trying to do different things since they missed the last 2 FG's? Like sit in a different part of the couch or something like that?

I know I have to piss, but since I had to piss, Jets have choked twice. I feel like if I piss the Steelers luck will end.

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P.S. - And now, I can go take a piss...

[Kurn, son of Mogh]

Bust those [censored] Pats.

Wow. You're even more confident about tomorrow's outcome than I am. /images/graemlins/wink.gif

Too bad. For a few hours today, everybody in NE and Indianapolis were cheering for the Jets.

Now the Colts fans have seen first hand what we in NE saw in the ALCS. NY is Choketown!!!