The Steelers are hosting their first playoff game in five years, and they’re hoping to make it a considerable advantage. Winning the AFC North in Week 18 by virtue of a last-second missed field goal, Acrisure Stadium is their venue for the week yet again. OLB Alex Highsmith sees that as a significant edge, particularly for his room.
“It’s gonna be awesome. I think T.J. [Watt] talked about it,” he said of the Steelers hosting a playoff game via the team’s website. “I’ve heard Steelers Nation at home since I’ve been here. The atmosphere is crazy, so I know it’s gonna be crazy again come Monday night, and we’re gonna need it.