Hunter2_1 Posted December 12, 2018 Share Posted December 12, 2018 I'm told the above caused a massive economic downturn that significantly weakened the steel manufacturing industry...basically rendered steel close to obsolete. Anyway... We clinch playoff spot with a win + MIA loss. (As well as other ways, but whatever for now) The Patriots will travel to Pittsburgh for the third straight season for a regular-season game and for the second straight season in December. Last year, the Patriots defeated Pittsburgh, 27-24 (12/17/17) at Heinz Field. In 2016, the Patriots beat Pittsburgh, 27-16, at Heinz Field (10/23/16) and beat the Steelers for a second time with a 36-17 win at Gillette Stadium (01/22/17) in the AFC Championship Game. This week’s matchup will be the 32nd meeting overall and the fourth straight year the teams will play int he regular season. Pittsburgh leads the regular season series by a 14-12 margin, while New England leads 4-1 in the postseason. The Patriots have won the last five meetings overall with wins in the regular season in 2013, 15-17 and the 2016 AFC Championship Game. So, both teams are going to be incredibly p*d off with 2 embarrassing losses that should never have been. Over the Steel curtain, they're squabbling about whether Tomlin should be booted or not (whilst here, Elky and Ever are doing the same for Bill...), who has shown poor clock management and questionable decisions. It doesn't get any easier for them, because... Bill Belichick vs. Pittsburgh, 13-9 (11-3 with New England) Mike Tomlin vs. New England, 2-7 However, they are still a very dangerous team (4th total offense, 2nd in passing, 4th in PPG). They're also the top sack getters, and are 6th in rush defense. This wont be easy, and they showed last season that they're actually willing to change their strategy on us now. They were a lot more aggressive with man-to-man on D, and it was only really when TB and Gronk started taking over that we looked functional. On O, they were clever with stacking JJSS and using him on shallow crossers - I expect to see A LOT of that. Will be close. LFG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter2_1 Posted December 12, 2018 Author Share Posted December 12, 2018 Basically, do not let this happen... This (and variations of this) killed us last time out, until Harmon managed to finally read it and get a jump on a key one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlNFL19 Posted December 12, 2018 Share Posted December 12, 2018 Should be a close game, maybe a little too close for comfort. My model's projection: New England (54.66%) 31-29 Pittsburgh. Brady goes over 300. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBLIII Posted December 13, 2018 Share Posted December 13, 2018 When Gilmore finally actually catches the interception and brings it back for a TD, we will win. I think Brady will finish the season strong but the defense will struggle. 34-31 NE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elky Posted December 13, 2018 Share Posted December 13, 2018 Belichick/Brady going into this game: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron_man Posted December 13, 2018 Share Posted December 13, 2018 It will be interesting to see if Ben's rib injury comes into play during Sunday's game. Let's hope there are no injuries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottishpatriot Posted December 13, 2018 Share Posted December 13, 2018 I just want a win to take my mind off Brexit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottishpatriot Posted December 13, 2018 Share Posted December 13, 2018 I'd take a 5 catches for 94 yards and three touches stat line from Gronkowski again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deadpulse Posted December 13, 2018 Share Posted December 13, 2018 4 hours ago, scottishpatriot said: I just want a win to take my mind off Brexit. Theresa May, amiright? (I honestly only have read headlines on reddit lol) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter2_1 Posted December 13, 2018 Author Share Posted December 13, 2018 7 hours ago, scottishpatriot said: I just want a win to take my mind off Brexit. You and me both, brother. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter2_1 Posted December 13, 2018 Author Share Posted December 13, 2018 2 hours ago, Deadpulse said: Theresa May, amiright? (I honestly only have read headlines on reddit lol) She's the Prime Minister (president if you will) who actually voted to remain in the EU, but is now in charge of making sure the UK exits the EU....so, it's a cluster. An on-field comparison would be putting Gronkowski on the field for a 75yard non-hail mary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LD696 Posted December 14, 2018 Share Posted December 14, 2018 On 2018. 12. 13. at 10:03 AM, scottishpatriot said: I just want a win to take my mind off Brexit. My condolences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elky Posted December 14, 2018 Share Posted December 14, 2018 http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/25529565/stevan-ridley-stands-remarks-new-england-patriots-stint So naturally this means he's going to rush for 100+ and a couple of touchdwns. Belichick needs to stop pissing off former players; they've really been biting him hard lately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pnies20 Posted December 16, 2018 Share Posted December 16, 2018 LETS GOOOOOO Beat the living crap out of them please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfournier103 Posted December 16, 2018 Share Posted December 16, 2018 The Patriots inability to stop opposing teams on defense is a huge concern for me. I think the Patriots will score, but will need some key stops against the Steelers. I also think the key to winning this game is Sony Michel. He should get a lot of carries because the Steelers will expect the Pats to sling it - Tomlin never gets the game plan right. Anyways, I predict a close game, but the Patriots eke out a win. Steeler misery vs. New England continues... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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