Presuming the first three factors discussed in Part I occur [Ben Roethlisberger plays at least 14 games (and is healthy for the playoffs); the defense is stout against the run; and PK Chris Boswell continues his stellar play], the Pittsburgh Steelers will still need to stay healthy, get lucky and believe in “team” in order to reach Super Bowl 53.
Staying healthy
The Pittsburgh Steelers must keep key contributors like Ben Roethlisberger, Maurkice Pouncey, Cam Heyward, Artie Burns and Chris Boswell on the field for the entire season.
The “next man up” philosophy only goes so far.