The Pittsburgh Steelers' loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 7 was a predictable one in many ways, at least based on the team's recent history. Under head coach Mike Tomlin, the Steelers were 0-6 against AFC North opponents when on the road on Thursday nights. It's a relatively small sample size, but the 33-31 defeat only added to their struggles in that specific setting.
There are plenty of directions the blame can (and should) be thrown for the loss, but the coaching staff is squarely in the crosshairs for good reason. Continually failing to find a way to overcome tough situations falls at the coach's feet, not the players.