Antonio Brown finishes regular season with 129 receptions (2nd most ever), 1,698 yards (6th most ever)
Antonio Brown hauled in 7 catches for 128 yards in the Steelers 27-17 win over the Cincinnati Bengals, capping off one of the greatest seasons ever for a wide receiver. Brown finished the regular season with 129 receptions (2nd most ever in a season) and 1,698 receiving yards (6th most ever in a season), emerging as one of the NFL’s best playmakers and wide receivers. Brown’s 63 yard TD catch late in the 4th quarter secured the AFC North for the Steelers and Brown added a 71 punt return for a Touchdown in the 1st quarter, totaling 212 all-purpose yards in the win. Week 17 vs Bengals 13 Targets – 7 Receptions – 128 Yards – 1 TD, 84 Punt Return
Steelers believe Le’Veon Bell has no structural damage to injured knee
A top storyline for the Steelers this week will be whether Le’Veon Bell will play vs the Baltimore Ravens in the wildcard round. Bell suffered a hyper-extended knee in the Steelers 27-17 win over the Cincinnati Bengals after a low hit to his knee by Bengals safety Reggie Nelson. The good news for the Steelers is there is believed to be no structural damage to Bell’s knee, but with a short week, it remains unclear if Bell will be available to play or how effective he will be if he can go. Bell finishes regular season with 1,361 rushing yards on 290 carries, 85 receptions for 854 yards and scored 11 touchdowns (8 rushing, 3 receiving). Week 17 vs Bengals: 8
Antonio Brown 9 receptions away from moving into 2nd place all-time for receptions in a season
Antonio Brown hauled in 10 receptions for 123 yards in the Steelers 27-20 week 15 win over the Atlanta Falcons and Brown continues to put together one of the great seasons for a wide receiver. Brown who set the Steelers all-time receiving record, has 115 receptions for 1,498 yards and 11 touchdowns on the season. With two games to go, he is on pace for 131 receptions and 1,712 yards. Only 5 players in NFL history have posted 1,700 receiving yards or more in a season. | Calvin Johnson (1,964), Jerry Rice (1,848), Issac Bruce (1,781), Marvin Harrison (1,722), Charley Henningan (1,746) |. Brown needs 9 receptions to pass Herman Moore (123 receptions, 1995) and Wes Welker (123 receptions, 2009)
Le’Veon Bell rushes for 185 yards, scores 3 TD’s in 42-21 win over Bengals
Le’Veon Bell rushed 26 times for 185 yards and scored two rushing touchdowns and added 6 receptions for 50 yards and a receiving touchdown in the Steelers 42-21 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Bell with three touchdowns on the day, was unstoppable in all facets, totaling 200+ yards for the third straight game and continues to make his move up the ranks as one of the best running backs, if not the best running back in the NFL. Bell had TD runs of 13, 22 yards and had a long-run of 53 yards in the win. Bell has totaled 711 yards in his last three games. Week 14 vs Bengals: 26 CAR – 185 Yards – 2 TD, 6 REC –
Brett Keisel’s season is officially over
The Pittsburgh Steelers this afternoon officially placed 13 year veteran defensive end Brett Keisel on injured reserve. Keisel suffered a torn triceps in Sunday’s loss to New Orleans. Keisel is under contract for next season but this could be it for the 36 year old. Keisel signed late in training camp, played well this season with 17 tackles, 1 sack and 12 QB Hurries. 2014 Stats: 17 Tackles, 1 Sack, 6 QB Hits, 12 QB Hurries
Le’Veon Bell rushes for 204 yards in come from behind win over Titans
The up and down Steelers showed up Monday night vs Titans but there was one consistent in Le’Veon Bell. The second year running back had a career night, rushing for 204 yards and 1 touchdown in the Steelers 27-24 win over the Titans. Bell averaged 6.2 yards per carry. Trailing by 11 in the 4th quarter, Pittsburgh outscored Tennessee 14-0 in the final quarter with touchdowns from Bell and Antonio Brown. Bell and Steelers pounded the Titans with a power running game late in the 4th quarter, running the clock out with a 12 play, 53 yard drive to close out the game. Bell had 49 yards rushing on the game ending drive that took up the remaining 6:58
Steelers lose DE Josh Mauro to Cardinals
Defensive End Josh Mauro who had a very strong training camp and showed flashes of being a development player who could turn into something, has been signed by the Arizona Cardinals off the Steelers practice squad, NFL.com reports. Mauro was in contention to make the Steelers 53 man roster prior to the Steelers resigning Brett Keisel. Steelers coaches were high on his upside and were hopeful they’d be able to hide him on the practice squad throughout the season.
Troy Polamalu’s consecutive games streak will end at 30
Troy Polamalu’s consecutive games streak will end at 30. Polamalu who has not missed a game since November 25, 2012, will miss Sunday’s game vs the Jets due to a left knee sprain. The Steelers don’t believe the injury is long-term but is a tough break for Polamalu who had played in every game the last two seasons. Polamalu had his leg rolled up on late in the second quarter. “We’ll evaluate him at the top of next week and see where we are,” head coach Mike Tomlin said. The best move will likely be to sit Polamalu until after the bye. The Steelers will also be without rookie linebacker Ryan Shazier again due to an ankle injury. Week 9
Antonio Brown’s big day vs Ravens, included a season-high 93 yards after the catch
Antonio Brown can beat a defense any number of ways and that was on display in the Steelers 43-23 win over the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night. Brown who has emerged as arguably one of the top 3-4 receivers in the game, hauled in 11 catches for 144 yards, touchdown vs Ravens. His unique ability as a route runner and dynamic ability after the catches marvels coaches and players. Brown was credited with 93 yards after the catch vs the Ravens, a season high. His 54 yard touchdown was also a season high. Brown is set to go over the 1,000 yard receiving mark Sunday vs the Jets. He is on pace for 126 receptions, 1,771 yards. Week 9 vs
Ben Roethlisberger sets NFL record in impressive win over Ravens
Ben Roethlisberger and the Pittsburgh Steelers are on a roll. Roethlisberger threw for 340 yards and 6 touchdowns, leading the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 43-23 win over the Baltimore Ravens. Last week Roethlisberger became the first quarterback in NFL history to throw for 500 yards twice in his career and Sunday night set an NFL record by becoming the first quarterback to throw 12 touchdown passes in a two-week span. Roethlisberger has now thrown for 22 touchdowns and just 3 interceptions. Week 9 vs Ravens: 25/37, 340 yards, 6 touchdowns