The Pittsburgh Steelers gave themselves more than enough reasons to lose yesterday’s game, with all three phases contributing. That included a blocked field goal on special teams and three interceptions on offense. Ultimately, the defense embraces its own share of the blame, especially for not giving the team a chance to have one final drive.
In spite of their many miscues, the Steelers pulled to within two points with under three minutes to play. They still had two timeouts, however, and the two-minute warning. Down to their rookie undrafted third-string quarterback, the Ravens were obviously going to keep the ball on the ground.