(01-13-2018, 09:33 AM)JaguarJosh05 Wrote: Look we're a better team than them plain and simple. There is no iffs ands or buts about it. They're banged up and have a QB looking to retire. We have to be the next team in line for success. These croakers in the AFC that have been the staple for 15+ years have to be dethroned eventually. This is the team of destiny.

Not sure what that analysis is based on. The Steelers are mostly healthy, and Roethlisberger said this week that this won't be his last game at Heinz Field. The Jaguars don't play particularly well on the road, they run a "hide the quarterback" offense, their primary running back has seemingly hit the rookie wall, and their facing the league's best running back. The team doesn't play well in cold weather and the Steelers usually win at home in the Divisional Round. There are reasons for optimism, but declaring the Jaguars a better team as if the game is going to be a cakewalk is a little short sighted. The head coach agrees with me.

“When you look at Pittsburgh’s roster, it’s probably the most talented roster that we play, with the weapons they have,” said Jacksonville head coach Doug Marrone. “They can hurt you in so many different ways. It’s going to be a great challenge, not just in the back end, but up front. They have the most Pro Bowl players and there is a reason for it. There are a lot of good football players. It’s going to be a challenge for our guys.”

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