GAME THREAD - Week 1 - Steelers

**Lime in the Coconut** · 09-11-2011, 11:31 AM

Yeah they screwed the pooch on the Doss thing. Not trying to be a debbie downer, they made the choice, but you'd think they'd go with Doss who Flacco liked during the draft process. Torrey looked all frazzled and couldn't catch during the preseason. Now, against Pittsburgh's D, your telling me he's going to somehow turn it on? Doss makes it look easy. Oh well, we'll see if it has an effect on today's game. I think Dickson and Pitta will do some things today, for sure.

**Corey** · 09-11-2011, 11:33 AM

I think preseason is a better indicator than practice. We see a lot of practice warriors. The true test is what they do when another group of guys is flying at them trying to knock their heads off for real. Doss performed much better in that situation and that closer to a real game situation.

**lloyd christmas** · 09-11-2011, 11:33 AM

Anyone who reacts to an earthquake the way Torrey did isn't someone I want on the field vs Pit.

**Lee Van Cleef** · 09-11-2011, 11:34 AM

Right, shampooed my beard and opened the window, ready to go.

**AntiMoon** · 09-11-2011, 11:35 AM

Originally Posted by Dragz

You love everyone picking the Squeelers? Well, I love your avatar!

Can't wait to hear their excuses after we kick the Stillers ass

**Ngata Nother Suggs** · 09-11-2011, 11:36 AM

I don't trust Doss or Smith in this. Boldin and Evans are going to have to get it done. The fact that Evans brings a lot more to the table than Mason did, Boldin can have a very big game today. I love the game being in Baltimore.

**Corey** · 09-11-2011, 11:37 AM

The Commish is in the building. Wonder what owner he's sitting with?

**Marcel#52** · 09-11-2011, 11:39 AM

Originally Posted by lloyd christmas

Anyone who reacts to an earthquake the way Torrey did isn't someone I want on the field vs Pit.

So if you we in that situation, what would have you done?

**Ngata Nother Suggs** · 09-11-2011, 11:39 AM

I'm psyched about the new defense. Can't wait to see what Pagano tries to do.

**Ngata Nother Suggs** · 09-11-2011, 11:40 AM

Cowher doesn't look good. He looks like he's sick.

**lloyd christmas** · 09-11-2011, 11:40 AM

Originally Posted by Marcel#52

So if you we in that situation, what would have you done?

Just a joke

**Marcel#52** · 09-11-2011, 11:43 AM

Originally Posted by lloyd christmas

Just a joke

I figured

**Firststater** · 09-11-2011, 11:44 AM

No Doss, No Spread, No Win. The team wants another close, physical game to be won in the 4th QTR.

**Ngata Nother Suggs** · 09-11-2011, 11:49 AM

If the line doesn't play well I hope Flacco figures out he's allowed to play mobile.

He's going to get in trouble just standing there with the ball. He needs to learn to buy himself some extra time.

The line's ability to defend blitzes, and the ability of the defense to get pressure on the QB.

If the Ravens fail at both they probably don't win.

In the spirit of 9/11 it's time to give the black and yellow terrorists an American style beat down.

**Dragz** · 09-11-2011, 11:50 AM

Originally Posted by AntiMoon

Can't wait to hear their excuses after we kick the Stillers ass

I REALLY hope we DO win! I need that in my life! Speaking of asses tho, your avatar...

**Sephy** · 09-11-2011, 11:54 AM

Getting ready!

**Dragz** · 09-11-2011, 11:55 AM

Almost Game Time!!!!!

**Corey** · 09-11-2011, 11:56 AM

Pessimism aside. I am so pumped to have football back.

**StingerNLG** · 09-11-2011, 11:56 AM

I'm at the stadium. The electricity is incredible!!!

**Lee Van Cleef** · 09-11-2011, 11:57 AM

Originally Posted by Ngata Nother Suggs

If the line doesn't play well I hope Flacco figures out he's allowed to play mobile.

He's going to get in trouble just standing there with the ball. He needs to learn to buy himself some extra time.

Remember in his rookie season, that move he pulled running to the sideline to escape the pressure? Not seen that much of if in the following seasons. Kind of disappointing really. That's said it's hard when the pocket is closing from both sides.