Time for O-line to step up

I think the key to Monday's game is the offensive line play. Even with Harrison and maybe Polamalu out, I think our defense is good enough to hold the 49ers to about 14 points. That is, IF the offense doesn't give any gifts of points or red zone field position. Whether it is Batch, Dixon, or a hobbled Ben, this game is up to the offensive line to win or lose. Here is what I think are the keys:

No drive killing, stoopid holding or offsides penalties.
Keep the quarterback(s) clean (even if it DOES mean violating the key above).
Create reasonable holes for 3-4 yard gains. That is enough.
No personal foul penalties.

So step it up O-line and position coaches. It is your turn to shine.

 

We have come to expect the Steelers to rise to the occasion when they are challenged like this - so I have no doubt, we will see them play at a higher level than usual. Will it be at a high-enough level? That's why they play the game.

 

I really hope Pouncey is going to play.....I think I read Kemo is out but, still, not a huge fan of Essex either

 

You forgot we have Kemo!

 

I think this thread should be deleted. Last week had a similar keys to victory thread and all the worst hopes to NOT happen, happened....

 

You are asking alot from this under achieving group. Not much talent or nastiness in this group.
Save for M. Pouncey.

 

I will settle for < 3 sacks.

 

We will probably have less than 3 but it will be because we only pass it10 or so times

 

Lets get the running game churning with a one two punch and this will open up the passing game for short throws and with the wr's speed they can take a couple to the house.We have to bring the physicality to this game.No stupid,and self inflicted penalties and dumb plays and we are good.