Poor Jerramy Stevens

[splitsecond]

http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/06032/647860.stm

[LeftWideOpen]

i don't think joey got hugged as a kid.

[getupkid53]

If he is on the 50 yard line... he's gonna miss alot of plays.

Its good that stevens got in his head... Porter said he was focused on football, now hes on stevens. That will keep one of the Steelers biggest defensive threats occupied all day. Even if he knocked my ass out constantly, I'd keep talking, because Porter is too much of a hot head to stay focused.

[FondestMemory]

If he is on the 50 yard line... he's gonna miss alot of plays.

Its good that stevens got in his head... Porter said he was focused on football, now hes on stevens. That will keep one of the Steelers biggest defensive threats occupied all day. Even if he knocked my ass out constantly, I'd keep talking, because Porter is too much of a hot head to stay focused.

have you ever watched joey porter play? this is what he thrives on. this is the kind of shit that makes him a beast on the field.

porter's focused just fine. and i don't feel the least bit sorry for stevens. he brought it on himself.

[getupkid53]

have you ever watched joey porter play? this is what he thrives on. this is the kind of shit that makes him a beast on the field.

porter's focused just fine. and i don't feel the least bit sorry for stevens. he brought it on himself.

Its usually only big time players that say stuff.. Stevens is a nobody who wouldn't even factor. Now porter's gonna want at a tight end, when he should be worrying about bobby engram.

[FondestMemory]

Its usually only big time players that say stuff.. Stevens is a nobody who wouldn't even factor. Now porter's gonna want at a tight end, when he should be worrying about bobby engram.

what?

porter's gonna be lined up against stevens most of the game. and it's not like coverage is his number one priority most of the time. he has no concerns with bobby engram.

[sweethypocrisy]

Porter just fucked him up. verbally.

if nobody in seattle camp talked any shit, joey would do nothing during the game. now hes gonna have a n interception, two sacks, and an injured tight end. GL stevens.

[preppyak]

Porter just fucked him up. verbally.

if nobody in seattle camp talked any shit, joey would do nothing during the game. now hes gonna have a n interception, two sacks, and an injured tight end. GL stevens.
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Meanwhile, this guy is almost a first-round bust who barely made some plays this year. He has the nerve to say what Jerome is not going to do when he isn't going to be the deciding factor whether that happens or not. I'm going to make sure he don't have anything to do with the outcome of the game. I would think someone would say something, but I wouldn't think it would be him -- he's too soft to say something like that.
ouch

[tambo41187]

I hate Joey Porter.

[Fullcollapse3k]

I want to throw a brick at Joey Porter's head.

[dai the flu]

he backs up everything he says. no reason to hate him.

[LeftWideOpen]

he backs up everything he says. no reason to hate him.

no he doesnt. he'd hafta be dick fucking butkus and lawrence taylor all wrapped in one to back up everything he says.

[DeathCabForCoon]

That guy is crrrraaazyyyy!

[itsjdiggity]

Joey Porter owns

[Scott Weber]

"He should know his role," Porter said. "He hasn't done anything that makes anybody fear him, while Jerome is a Hall of Famer and everybody knows about him. Meanwhile, this guy is almost a first-round bust who barely made some plays this year. He has the nerve to say what Jerome is not going to do when he isn't going to be the deciding factor whether that happens or not. I'm going to make sure he don't have anything to do with the outcome of the game.

hahahaa what an idiot. he caught 45 passes for 554 yards with 5 TDs this year. yeah, he barely made some plays. Ha. this guy really needs to re-look up the term "first round bust." Maybe he should watch some Ryan Leaf or Aliki Smith videos.

[histrionics22]

hahahaa what an idiot. he caught 45 passes for 554 yards with 5 TDs this year. yeah, he barely made some plays. Ha. this guy really needs to re-look up the term "first round bust." Maybe he should watch some Ryan Leaf or Aliki Smith videos.

He said he was ALMOST a 1st-round bust, which he has. Seems like a Seahwaks fan would know that.

[Scott Weber]

He said he was ALMOST a 1st-round bust, which he has. Seems like a Seahwaks fan would know that.
he was almost a bust? I didn't consider him that. He had a decent rookie season for being the #2 tight end that year. He caught 26 passes, in a west coast offense, behind Mili. After another year of being the understudy (I don't see how this is unusual for a 1st round pick, he split time with Mili last year before becoming a great player this year.

"seems like a seahawks fan would know that."

asshole.

The main point is that he said Stevens "barely" made some plays this year, which is funny considering he had a better year statistically than Miller.

[dai the flu]

The main point is that he said Stevens "barely" made some plays this year, which is funny considering he had a better year statistically than Miller.

yeah cuz you know how much joey porter was pimping miller as being the best in the league...

[commatosa]

Porter just fucked him up. verbally.

if nobody in seattle camp talked any shit, joey would do nothing during the game. now hes gonna have a n interception, two sacks, and an injured tight end. GL stevens.

oh my god he was a sleeping dragon right? First of all, it is physically impossible for Joey porter to injure Jerramy Stevens. All Joey Porter did was prove how much of a hot head he is. If he focuses on Jerramy Stevens we'll throw it to the 3 receivers that come before him. He's definitely not going to shut down the passing game. Joey Porter is nothing incredible and definitely no worries to the seahawks dominant offense. Sorry.

[sweethypocrisy]

oh my god he was a sleeping dragon right? First of all, it is physically impossible for Joey porter to injure Jerramy Stevens. All Joey Porter did was prove how much of a hot head he is. If he focuses on Jerramy Stevens we'll throw it to the 3 receivers that come before him. He's definitely not going to shut down the passing game. Joey Porter is nothing incredible and definitely no worries to the seahawks dominant offense. Sorry.
*points at your location*

[bigmike]

i would laugh so hard if Joey Porter knocks this cat the fuck out.
I would, also, laugh so hard if Stevens has 8 grabs for 125 and 3 scores.


I just hope it's a good game.

[still_life]

Stevens was almost a first round bust.

I don't think Porter's going to have a good game because of Walter Jones, but we'll see what happens.

[histrionics22]

he was almost a bust? I didn't consider him that. He had a decent rookie season for being the #2 tight end that year. He caught 26 passes, in a west coast offense, behind Mili. After another year of being the understudy (I don't see how this is unusual for a 1st round pick, he split time with Mili last year before becoming a great player this year.

"seems like a seahawks fan would know that."

asshole.

The main point is that he said Stevens "barely" made some plays this year, which is funny considering he had a better year statistically than Miller.

How many tight ends are taken in the first round? 1 maybe 2? If a tight end is worthy of a 1st round pick he should be starting. That's not to say he hasn't become a very good tight end because he has.

Comparing him to Miller is completely unrelated. Miller was pretty good in his first year. The Steelers primarily use their tight ends to block.

[splitsecond]

hahahaa what an idiot. he caught 45 passes for 554 yards with 5 TDs this year. yeah, he barely made some plays. Ha. this guy really needs to re-look up the term "first round bust." Maybe he should watch some Ryan Leaf or Aliki Smith videos.

I knew you'd appreciate this one.

[splitsecond]

he was almost a bust? I didn't consider him that. He had a decent rookie season for being the #2 tight end that year. He caught 26 passes, in a west coast offense, behind Mili. After another year of being the understudy (I don't see how this is unusual for a 1st round pick, he split time with Mili last year before becoming a great player this year.

"seems like a seahawks fan would know that."

asshole.

The main point is that he said Stevens "barely" made some plays this year, which is funny considering he had a better year statistically than Miller.

I wouldnt say he is statistically superior. He had 6 more catches, 50 more yards, but one less TD. They are pretty close.

[still_life]

TE's drafted in the first round since 2001:
Heath Miller
Kellen Winslow
Ben Watson
Dallas Clark
Jeremy Shockey
Daniel Graham
Jerramy Stevens
Todd Heap

I think you could say that Stevens has been the worst pick so far out of the guys that have played (stupid Winslow).

[still_life]

I wouldnt say he is statistically superior. He had 6 more catches, 50 more yards, but one less TD. They are pretty close.

Miller's numbers were hurting when Ben missed some games and the o-line wasn't playing well. He had to do more blocking.

[splitsecond]

Miller's numbers were hurting when Ben missed some games and the o-line wasn't playing well. He had to do more blocking.

Not to mention, its his first year, and his more TDs on a lower-scoring offense, and blocking in a run heavy offense, probably have more impact.

[still_life]

Wow, the Redskins picked up 9 first downs on 3rd and long in the first game against Seattle this year. Brunell was amazing.

*not related to Stevens, just an interesting note

[Vincewithouthee]

This whole hype is really annoying me. Fans on both sides are too. Ugh. I don't really care what anyone has to say, it doesn't matter. I'm just going to wait til the Super Bowl.

Stevens is a retard though, what the hell? I keep losing respect for the Seahawks.

I think Miller is much better than Stevens as an overall TE.

[Scott Weber]

I can see now how you can say he was almost a first round bust. It took him 2 or 3 years to develop, but he's a really solid player now...my main point is that it's kind of ridiculous for Porter to say Stevens "barely made some plays" this year.

Vince, why are you losing respect for Seattle? I wasn't aware that there were any other incidents to make you feel that way.

[Vincewithouthee]

I can see now how you can say he was almost a first round bust. It took him 2 or 3 years to develop, but he's a really solid player now...my main point is that it's kind of ridiculous for Porter to say Stevens "barely made some plays" this year.

Vince, why are you losing respect for Seattle? I wasn't aware that there were any other incidents to make you feel that way.

Yeah I don't really agree with Porter's statement at all. He isn't a bust, but I don't think he's been lived up to his potential. He's not a bad player at all.

The only reason is because of ESPN, retarded Seahawks fans (there arent really any here, I know a few though), and now what Stevens just has said.

I'm pretty much tired of this whole hype and "anti"-hype for this Super Bowl. I'm moreso tired of the lack of respect for both teams, and everyone saying this Super Bowl's going to suck. I can't wait until that's proved wrong on Sunday. Should be a good one.

[LeftWideOpen]

ESPN is desperate for a story. These comments by Stevens weren't even that bad.

[FondestMemory]

ESPN is desperate for a story. These comments by Stevens weren't even that bad.

yeah, but you gotta look at it from a steeler perspective. they played there asses to get here for the bus. they want nothing more than to send him out with a title.

so of course, if anybody goes after jerome in any way that can be construed as disrespectful, they're gonna take it personal.

[Scott Weber]

yeah, but you gotta look at it from a steeler perspective. they played there asses to get here for the bus. they want nothing more than to send him out with a title.

oh my god, enoughhhhhhhhhh. they played their asses off because they're professional competetive athletes. they didn't do it for The Bus, they did it for THEMSELVES. they want a ring on their fingers more than they want it on Bettis. if bettis gets a title as a result of them winning, i'm sure that's an awesome side effect, but that's not why they want to win. I'm so fucking sick of the media and everyone else that believes this bullshit.

[histrionics22]

oh my god, enoughhhhhhhhhh. they played their asses off because they're professional competetive athletes. they didn't do it for The Bus, they did it for THEMSELVES. they want a ring on their fingers more than they want it on Bettis. if bettis gets a title as a result of them winning, i'm sure that's an awesome side effect, but that's not why they want to win. I'm so fucking sick of the media and everyone else that believes this bullshit.

This is what vince is talking about scott. You nitpick every little thing wrong with these posts. Give it up.

[Jason Tate]

oh my god, enoughhhhhhhhhh. they played their asses off because they're professional competetive athletes. they didn't do it for The Bus, they did it for THEMSELVES. they want a ring on their fingers more than they want it on Bettis. if bettis gets a title as a result of them winning, i'm sure that's an awesome side effect, but that's not why they want to win. I'm so fucking sick of the media and everyone else that believes this bullshit.
:appl:

[ActorInThisPlay]

oh my god, enoughhhhhhhhhh. they played their asses off because they're professional competetive athletes. they didn't do it for The Bus, they did it for THEMSELVES. they want a ring on their fingers more than they want it on Bettis. if bettis gets a title as a result of them winning, i'm sure that's an awesome side effect, but that's not why they want to win. I'm so fucking sick of the media and everyone else that believes this bullshit.
agreed...i can't wait til Sunday though.

[Drew Beringer]

I hate hate hate hate teh media coverage of the Super Bowl every single fuckin year. I hate the two week break bullshit. It doesn't get anyone excited for the game, just gets people fuckin annoyed.

[ActorInThisPlay]

I hate hate hate hate teh media coverage of the Super Bowl every single fuckin year. I hate the two week break bullshit. It doesn't get anyone excited for the game, just gets people fuckin annoyed.
yeah but it won't change, the players like the 2 week break. this gives them time to coordinate their families to get up there and everything. i don't know that is what some guy on the radio said.

[weezer182]

ive always thought the 2 week thing is pretty stupid

[still_life]

oh my god, enoughhhhhhhhhh. they played their asses off because they're professional competetive athletes. they didn't do it for The Bus, they did it for THEMSELVES. they want a ring on their fingers more than they want it on Bettis. if bettis gets a title as a result of them winning, i'm sure that's an awesome side effect, but that's not why they want to win. I'm so fucking sick of the media and everyone else that believes this bullshit.

That's not true, Bettis has been their motivation all season. They're playing harder for him, not just themselves.

[ActorInThisPlay]

That's not true, Bettis has been their motivation all season. They're playing harder for him, not just themselves.
but Scott's point is that they are playing for themselves more...sure they want Bettis to get a title before he retires, but they want the title for themselves more.

[FreshyFresh23]

That's not true, Bettis has been their motivation all season. They're playing harder for him, not just themselves.


Pff you are a fuckin media whore if that is what you believe.

We'd all like to believe that but these players make MILLIONS per season. THey arent exactly SELFLESS individuals. They want it just as bad and if you really think otherwise then you do not understand what football is. They are not just here to win it for Bettis.

And how can you "almost" be a first round bust. Can we tag Eli Manning with that now since he hasnt done as well, as quickly as Big Ben?

[FreshyFresh23]

Yeah I don't really agree with Porter's statement at all. He isn't a bust, but I don't think he's been lived up to his potential. He's not a bad player at all.

The only reason is because of ESPN, retarded Seahawks fans (there arent really any here, I know a few though), and now what Stevens just has said.

I'm pretty much tired of this whole hype and "anti"-hype for this Super Bowl. I'm moreso tired of the lack of respect for both teams, and everyone saying this Super Bowl's going to suck. I can't wait until that's proved wrong on Sunday. Should be a good one.

I agree with the latter part of that. I have to say what Porter said was out of line, instead of just saying "Well hes wrong because we are going to bring Jerome out on top!" ... he has to question the mans character and playing ability. He also insults him by callin him a bust and that hes "barely made any plays" this year..

I mean come on that isnt fair. Porter had a good year and so did Stevens. Porter had shitty years the past few years too. 7, 5 sacks.. big deal man.

I just want the game

[FreshyFresh23]

:appl:


no kidding...

Plus everyone says oh Porter will smash Stevens blah blah...ok

Porter is listed as 6'3, 250...Stevens 6'7 265-270 depending on the site.

4 inches and 15-20 pounds on Porter..less tenacious but he has the size. It wouldnt be a pounding, Stevens might even get Porter pretty solid

[Scott Weber]

That's not true, Bettis has been their motivation all season. They're playing harder for him, not just themselves.
This is bullshit. The point is, players play to win, they play for the fame, they play because they're competetive. they don't do it because a washed up running back hasn't won his title yet - they do it to create their own legacy. you know that, but people are stupid enough to actually believe Pitt is going to win it for Bettis.

[Scott Weber]

This is what vince is talking about scott. You nitpick every little thing wrong with these posts. Give it up.
If people would stop saying ignorant, stupid shit, then I'll keep my mouth shut. The one person who honestly needs to shut up more than anyone at this point is Commatosa, and he's a hawks fan.

[itsjdiggity]

If people would stop saying ignorant, stupid shit, then I'll keep my mouth shut. The one person who honestly needs to shut up more than anyone at this point is Commatosa, and he's a hawks fan.

i can agree with that

[FreshyFresh23]

If people would stop saying ignorant, stupid shit, then I'll keep my mouth shut. The one person who honestly needs to shut up more than anyone at this point is Commatosa, and he's a hawks fan.

What has he been saying?

[FreshyFresh23]

i can agree with that

Ray Ray popped 32 tonight and i know you love it

[itsjdiggity]

Ray Ray popped 32 tonight and i know you love it

mmhmm

i really like Swift and Petro too

[FreshyFresh23]

mmhmm

i really like Swift and Petro too

They;ve been puttin up 15-20 points and 15+ rebounds combined a night. Combined they are an all star center

[still_life]

This is bullshit. The point is, players play to win, they play for the fame, they play because they're competetive. they don't do it because a washed up running back hasn't won his title yet - they do it to create their own legacy. you know that, but people are stupid enough to actually believe Pitt is going to win it for Bettis.

Fuck ESPN's media, I've listened to guys like Hines Ward and Roethlisberger actually say these things to Pittsburgh people. I get local coverage of the Steelers, you don't. I think I'd know better about what they've said. They're playing for Bettis.

[FreshyFresh23]

Fuck ESPN's media, I've listened to guys like Hines Ward and Roethlisberger actually say these things to Pittsburgh people. I get local coverage of the Steelers, you don't. I think I'd know better about what they've said. They're playing for Bettis.

Do you think they'd tell the media .. "no im doing it for myself."

of course not..

PLUS ive heard Hines Ward on NATIONAL tv say that he is doing it for bettis..and himself. Come on man, dont be so naive

[bigmike]

Fuck ESPN's media, I've listened to guys like Hines Ward and Roethlisberger actually say these things to Pittsburgh people. I get local coverage of the Steelers, you don't. I think I'd know better about what they've said. They're playing for Bettis.

because athletes ALWAYS say exactly what's on their mind.
we shouldn't allow anymore super bowl threads. it's ridiculous and people say stupid shit and i'm already sick of the super bowl. i was excited for the game, now i just wish it'd be over so i can focus on march madness coming up.

[still_life]

It's a fucking given that players play for themselves, but you're crazy if you don't see there's extra motivation for this team all year for Bettis to get a ring.

[bigmike]

oh, well it's a good thing he's probably going to retire. because then the steelers obviously wouldn't have had enough motivation to win throughout the playoffs if he wasn't.

[FondestMemory]

oh my god, enoughhhhhhhhhh. they played their asses off because they're professional competetive athletes. they didn't do it for The Bus, they did it for THEMSELVES. they want a ring on their fingers more than they want it on Bettis. if bettis gets a title as a result of them winning, i'm sure that's an awesome side effect, but that's not why they want to win. I'm so fucking sick of the media and everyone else that believes this bullshit.

you clearly don't understand how much he means to the steelers and to pittsburgh in general.

[Scott Weber]

Fuck ESPN's media, I've listened to guys like Hines Ward and Roethlisberger actually say these things to Pittsburgh people. I get local coverage of the Steelers, you don't. I think I'd know better about what they've said. They're playing for Bettis.
Haha. You officially know nothing about football players and I will never take anything you say seriously again.They play for themselves. Bettis is motivation, sure, but don't believe this media bullshit - which is all you have to go on, unless you've talked to the players personally. They're not going to tell people they're playing for themselves. You've taken what I said and completely twisted it.

[Scott Weber]

What has he been saying?
haha come on man, the guy's the most biased, irrational fan on the boards.

[splitsecond]

Haha. You officially know nothing about football players and I will never take anything you say seriously again.They play for themselves. Bettis is motivation, sure, but don't believe this media bullshit - which is all you have to go on, unless you've talked to the players personally. They're not going to tell people they're playing for themselves. You've taken what I said and completely twisted it.

Well I guess everyone imagines Hines Ward crying after they lost in the AFC championship and basically apologizing profusely that they couldnt win one for Bettis. (At this point everyone thought he was retiring).

Im not saying this is true about everyone, but it is true about at least some of the players.

[histrionics22]

Well I guess everyone imagines Hines Ward crying after they lost in the AFC championship and basically apologizing profusely that they couldnt win one for Bettis. (At this point everyone thought he was retiring).

Im not saying this is true about everyone, but it is true about at least some of the players.

Honestly Scott, you have no clue what he has meant to Pittsburgh. He owns a Pirates minor league team. He's one of the most well liked guys in Pittsburgh. Plus everyone knows the promise Ben made to him last year after they lost.

I just don't get why everyone is so upset with him getting attention. I could see how you'd be upset if it was TO. But Bettis isnt an asshole like TO. Bettis is one of the most likeable guys in the game.

[Scott Weber]

Well I guess everyone imagines Hines Ward crying after they lost in the AFC championship and basically apologizing profusely that they couldnt win one for Bettis. (At this point everyone thought he was retiring).

Im not saying this is true about everyone, but it is true about at least some of the players.
And I just don't believe what the media conveys and what players say. There may be a FEW, but this is the NFL - it's stupid to think that at least 90% of the players are doing it for themselves, and even the ones that say they are doing it for Bettis are still doing it for themselves as well.

[Scott Weber]

Honestly Scott, you have no clue what he has meant to Pittsburgh. He owns a Pirates minor league team. He's one of the most well liked guys in Pittsburgh. Plus everyone knows the promise Ben made to him last year after they lost.

I just don't get why everyone is so upset with him getting attention. I could see how you'd be upset if it was TO. But Bettis isnt an asshole like TO. Bettis is one of the most likeable guys in the game.
Dude I love Bettis, if he weren't playing against Seattle I'd love for him to get a ring, seriously. I just think this is totally over the top, and the media has portrayed this like the players are winning it for Bettis (Do you think Rothlesberger gives a fuck? How about the 1st year Pitt players, the rookies...) They want to build their own legacy (Especially a phenomenal player like Big Ben) before they are concerned with whether Bettis retires with a ring. Yes, it would be great for them to do it for him. But that is not the main concern. I do not see what is so hard to understand about this. It's a very simple concept. Bettis is this year's media darling, and they've made it out to be "win one for old jerome," and while it's a great story and a small amount of motivation, it's not why the Steeler players are going to show up to win.

[somethingyellow]

I agree with scott on this one. Obviously they want to win it for the bus, but that is not their number one reason. They are not going to play any harder just because of him.If they aren't playing their hardest from the start or need this to motivate them then there is a big problem. They all want it for themselves first, getting one for bettis would be a huge plus for them

[xearlynovemberx]

i hope someone permenantly shuts joey porters fucking mouth i cant stand that twat

[marrost]

I'm glad he's talking shit. He's just another person to keep your eye on while the game is happeneing. He's made it interesting by just being an asshole and I can't wait to see if he backs it up.

[FondestMemory]

Do you think Rothlesberger gives a fuck?

no, he must not. if he did give a fuck he wouldn't have begged jerome to come back after last year's afc championship game. he wouldn't have personally put himself on the line and promised him that if he came back they'd get him to the superbowl.

i mean, i understand that your star player is in it more for himself and whines if he doesn't get his stats. maybe that's why this whole 'team giving a shit about each other' concept is a little hard to grasp for you.

[sweethypocrisy]

If people would stop saying ignorant, stupid shit, then I'll keep my mouth shut. The one person who honestly needs to shut up more than anyone at this point is Commatosa, and he's a hawks fan.
ignorant stupid shit? if you are gonna stand by that comment, you need to start calling out the seahawks fans on here saying stupid shit. theyre infintessimley (sp?) worse than the steelers fans here, one guy said seattle was gonna shut down every facet of the steelers, and run up the score on them etc etc and you didnt say one word to him.

[still_life]

Do you think Rothlesberger gives a fuck?

That's good proof that you should just keep your mouth shut about this team.

no, he must not. if he did give a fuck he wouldn't have begged jerome to come back after last year's afc championship game. he wouldn't have personally put himself on the line and promised him that if he came back they'd get him to the superbowl.

i mean, i understand that your star player is in it more for himself and whines if he doesn't get his stats. maybe that's why this whole 'team giving a shit about each other' concept is a little hard to grasp for you.

Exactly

[Scott Weber]

ignorant stupid shit? if you are gonna stand by that comment, you need to start calling out the seahawks fans on here saying stupid shit. theyre infintessimley (sp?) worse than the steelers fans here, one guy said seattle was gonna shut down every facet of the steelers, and run up the score on them etc etc and you didnt say one word to him.
I've called Commatosa out several times now, sorry you missed it. He's being ridiculous in a bunch of these threads. Talking smack about the game is one thing, but believing stupid media hype is another.

[histrionics22]

Dude I love Bettis, if he weren't playing against Seattle I'd love for him to get a ring, seriously. I just think this is totally over the top, and the media has portrayed this like the players are winning it for Bettis (Do you think Rothlesberger gives a fuck? How about the 1st year Pitt players, the rookies...) They want to build their own legacy (Especially a phenomenal player like Big Ben) before they are concerned with whether Bettis retires with a ring. Yes, it would be great for them to do it for him. But that is not the main concern. I do not see what is so hard to understand about this. It's a very simple concept. Bettis is this year's media darling, and they've made it out to be "win one for old jerome," and while it's a great story and a small amount of motivation, it's not why the Steeler players are going to show up to win.

I see what you're saying. It probbaly is true for a lot of the players. But having a guy like Jerome on your side just gives you even more incentive to go out and win it. I truly believe Ben and Ward and a lot of other guys who have been around Bettis for a while really do want to win it for him. The Steelers are a lot more family oriented than most other NFL teams.

As far as everyone saying Porter to shut his mouth, they need to get used to it. He wasn't the one who came out and said these things. Its the way he is. He's a huge bigmouth and lately he's been able to back it up. I personally wouldn't mind seeing him and Carter gone next year. Harrison is probably better than Porter and god knows we have enough CBs ready to step in and start.

[Scott Weber]

no, he must not. if he did give a fuck he wouldn't have begged jerome to come back after last year's afc championship game. he wouldn't have personally put himself on the line and promised him that if he came back they'd get him to the superbowl.

i mean, i understand that your star player is in it more for himself and whines if he doesn't get his stats. maybe that's why this whole 'team giving a shit about each other' concept is a little hard to grasp for you.
ben roethlisberger's first priority is to win a title for himself, not for Bettis. It's the same for everyone on the team. That's all I've been saying this whole time. Bettis is an awesome plus, but it's not the fucking reason they're going to play hard. jesus fucking christ, i expect more out of you, still_life, you normally don't buy the hype - I see you've fallen victim to player's bullshit sound bites and the media spin.

[histrionics22]

ben roethlisberger's first priority is to win a title for himself, not for Bettis. It's the same for everyone on the team. That's all I've been saying this whole time. Bettis is an awesome plus, but it's not the fucking reason they're going to play hard. jesus fucking christ, i expect more out of you, still_life, you normally don't buy the hype - I see you've fallen victim to player's bullshit sound bites and the media spin.

I just refuse to see how anyone outside people who have been following the Steelers all year(s) can comment on this type of thing. If you dont know then don't say anything.

[xearlynovemberx]

I just refuse to see how anyone outside people who have been following the Steelers all year(s) can comment on this type of thing. If you dont know then don't say anything. scott is def right these players are playing for themselves not for someone else

[FondestMemory]

ben roethlisberger's first priority is to win a title for himself, not for Bettis. It's the same for everyone on the team. That's all I've been saying this whole time. Bettis is an awesome plus, but it's not the fucking reason they're going to play hard. jesus fucking christ, i expect more out of you, still_life, you normally don't buy the hype - I see you've fallen victim to player's bullshit sound bites and the media spin.

they're not bullshit soundbites and media spin. i don't understand why you're having trouble grasping the team concept. you clearly do not understand the steelers. at all.

no matter what you say, you're not gonna change the minds of peole who bleed black and gold. we were there through the loss last year. we were there through the offseason. and we've been there all season. we know what bettis means to anybody who's ever met him, let alone played with him. so for us, it's not 'bullshit sound bites and media spin', it's the truth.

[Scott Weber]

I just refuse to see how anyone outside people who have been following the Steelers all year(s) can comment on this type of thing. If you dont know then don't say anything.
If you believe the bullshit that the local news and national announcers spin on the Bettis situation, then you need to step outside of being a fan and look at it rationally. Also, if you believe that it's the player's first priority to win for Bettis and not for themselves, then you're fucking CRAZY.

[weezer182]

the whole steven and porter incident will make this game more interesting to watch for me

[Scott Weber]

they're not bullshit soundbites and media spin. i don't understand why you're having trouble grasping the team concept. you clearly do not understand the steelers. at all.

no matter what you say, you're not gonna change the minds of peole who bleed black and gold. we were there through the loss last year. we were there through the offseason. and we've been there all season. we know what bettis means to anybody who's ever met him, let alone played with him. so for us, it's not 'bullshit sound bites and media spin', it's the truth.
That's called being a fan. That's not the truth. I'd like to believe in a lot of things, but I'm not blinded enough to believe it. I do believe in the team concept, and I think the Steelers are stronger than just about anybody in the NFL - but that doesn't mean these players are winning it for Bettis over themselves.

[sweethypocrisy]

That's called being a fan. That's not the truth. I'd like to believe in a lot of things, but I'm not blinded enough to believe it. I do believe in the team concept, and I think the Steelers are stronger than just about anybody in the NFL - but that doesn't mean these players are winning it for Bettis over themselves.
i believe they are doing it for bettis, because theyll all have chances to win it again, he wont. OBVIOUSLY hes not the only reason, nobodys gonna be like 'oh i dont wanna win the super bowl but this guy on our team does so im gonna try to win it" but come on, dont be so cold.

[histrionics22]

That's called being a fan. That's not the truth. I'd like to believe in a lot of things, but I'm not blinded enough to believe it. I do believe in the team concept, and I think the Steelers are stronger than just about anybody in the NFL - but that doesn't mean these players are winning it for Bettis over themselves.

I give up. A lot of Seattle fans here have such closed minds.

[Scott Weber]

I give up. A lot of Seattle fans here have such closed minds.
Haha, it's not about closed minds OR me being in Seattle! If players were saying they really wanted to win it for Holmgren I'd think they were full of shit. Are you seriously telling me that these player's top priority is winning a title for Bettis and not themselves???? I have never denied that it's very important to the team to win one for the bus, but their top priority? Good lord, and I'M the close-minded one?

[histrionics22]

Haha, it's not about closed minds OR me being in Seattle! If players were saying they really wanted to win it for Holmgren I'd think they were full of shit. Are you seriously telling me that these player's top priority is winning a title for Bettis and not themselves???? I have never denied that it's very important to the team to win one for the bus, but their top priority? Good lord, and I'M the close-minded one?

Haha. I'm just saying if you've ever played on a team before (which you must have) you should know that being on a team and playing for the guys around you is just as rewarding for playing for yourself. You KNOW you don't want to let those seniors down in the state tournament in potentially their last game ever (a simple analogy). The same applies for Bettis exponentially. We're not saying the whole team is like this, but a lot of the guys have a lot of motivation for it.

[Scott Weber]

Haha. I'm just saying if you've ever played on a team before (which you must have) you should know that being on a team and playing for the guys around you is just as rewarding for playing for yourself. You KNOW you don't want to let those seniors down in the state tournament in potentially their last game ever (a simple analogy). The same applies for Bettis exponentially. We're not saying the whole team is like this, but a lot of the guys have a lot of motivation for it.
And for the 10,000th time, I've never disagreed with you on that point. I think Bettis is a great added bonus for this team's push, but they are there to win it for themselves, first and foremost. period. but i'm still the one with the closed mind.

[still_life]

I don't give a shit what Tyrone Carter or Nate Washington think about this game, the main players on the Steelers, guys like Ben, Ward, Faneca, have been set on winning one for the Bus and finishing his career on top.

[Drew Beringer]

I can't wait til this fuckin gayass game is over with.

[AshesAshes]

Porter is a better player than Stevens.

[Scott Weber]

I don't give a shit what Tyrone Carter or Nate Washington think about this game, the main players on the Steelers, guys like Ben, Ward, Faneca, have been set on winning one for the Bus and finishing his career on top.
Haha, yeah...win it for the bus. Where did you hear that? The media. What do players tell the media? What people want to hear. You can't seriously tell me that it's their top priority to win a game for somebody other than themselves. Nobody is discounting the Bettis effect, but it is in no way their top priority - you will never convince me otherwise.

[Scott Weber]

Porter is a better player than Stevens.
Uh...Duh.

[AshesAshes]

I dont pay attention to any of this media crap.Steelers are playing for a championship not for the bus to have a ring on his finger.That would just be an added bonus for them.

[sweethypocrisy]

Haha, yeah...win it for the bus. Where did you hear that? The media. What do players tell the media? What people want to hear. You can't seriously tell me that it's their top priority to win a game for somebody other than themselves. Nobody is discounting the Bettis effect, but it is in no way their top priority - you will never convince me otherwise.
where the fuck else would we hear it? they didnt call us up and say hey this year we want bettis to win a super bowl. christ.

[Scott Weber]

I dont pay attention to any of this media crap.Steelers are playing for a championship not for the bus to have a ring on his finger.That would just be an added bonus for them.
thank you.

[LeftWideOpen]

i couldnt bring myself to add yet another freaking SB thread so I'll post this here ..

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/playoffs05/news/story?id=2317103

Polamalu is probable with an ankle injury he suffered in practice yesterday.

[Scott Weber]

i couldnt bring myself to add yet another freaking SB thread so I'll post this here ..

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/playoffs05/news/story?id=2317103

Polamalu is probable with an ankle injury he suffered in practice yesterday.
if seattle wins, this will be used as an excuse for how seattle escaped with the win since he was injured. guaranteed.

[LeftWideOpen]

if seattle wins, this will be used as an excuse for how seattle escaped with the win since he was injured. guaranteed.

haha i was actually thinking the same thing. he'll play and be fine - it was a precautionary measure to take him out of practice.

[histrionics22]

if seattle wins, this will be used as an excuse for how seattle escaped with the win since he was injured. guaranteed.

Someone got out their jump to conclusions mat.

[Scott Weber]

Someone got out their jump to conclusions mat.
Why? When everyone said Carolina would smoke Seattle without DeShaun Foster, the minute Seattle owned them, everyone discounted that win due to injuries to Foster and Peppers. The same will happen it Pittsburgh.

[xearlynovemberx]

Someone got out their jump to conclusions mat.

thats the worst idea ive ever heard

[LeftWideOpen]

thats the worst idea ive ever heard

i know. they definitely dont make those. you should jump on the rights to that, histrionic.

[AshesAshes]

T.O was probable for the sb last year wasnt he??Polamalu will play no way that will keep him out of the super bowl he has to play for the "bus"

[commatosa]

Why? When everyone said Carolina would smoke Seattle without DeShaun Foster, the minute Seattle owned them, everyone discounted that win due to injuries to Foster and Peppers. The same will happen it Pittsburgh.

the funny thing is that we've been playing without our best safety all year long (Ken Hamlin) and no one gives us any credit for that. And yeah, when I read that article that's all I could think about.

[histrionics22]

Why? When everyone said Carolina would smoke Seattle without DeShaun Foster, the minute Seattle owned them, everyone discounted that win due to injuries to Foster and Peppers. The same will happen it Pittsburgh.

I never said that. It would have been different if he was in. But not nearly good enough to overcome how poorly Delhomme played that game. Carolina was an enigma all season long.

[dai the flu]

Why? When everyone said Carolina would smoke Seattle without DeShaun Foster, the minute Seattle owned them, everyone discounted that win due to injuries to Foster and Peppers. The same will happen it Pittsburgh.
so how long will you and commatosa disappear for when seattle gets stomped sunday?

[splitsecond]

so how long will you and commatosa disappear for when seattle gets stomped sunday?

About as long as Jason Tate did when Kerry lost the election.

[Drew Beringer]

About as long as Jason Tate did when Kerry lost the election.

Haha

[Scott Weber]

so how long will you and commatosa disappear for when seattle gets stomped sunday?
Haha, I'm not going to dissapear, I know there's huge chance Seattle will lose. I think they'll win, but if they lose, that's sports - you give credit where credit's due. I'll be dissapointed, but I haven't been guaranteeing a victory or anything.

[histrionics22]

Haha, I'm not going to dissapear, I know there's huge chance Seattle will lose. I think they'll win, but if they lose, that's sports - you give credit where credit's due. I'll be dissapointed, but I haven't been guaranteeing a victory or anything.

haha and thas why you have more respect than anyone else. You're one of the only realistic Seattle fans. Good luck. It should be a good game.

[commatosa]

haha and thas why you have more respect than anyone else. You're one of the only realistic Seattle fans. Good luck. It should be a good game.

I was watching the best damn sports show and I realized that this steelers bandwagon is bigger than any bandwagon in sports history. Did any of these people that predict the steelers to win the super bowl even care about them up until they beat the colts? Fuck no. Snoop Dogg claims to be a steelers fan. It makes me sick that there's so many soul-less retards.

[FondestMemory]

I was watching the best damn sports show and I realized that this steelers bandwagon is bigger than any bandwagon in sports history. Did any of these people that predict the steelers to win the super bowl even care about them up until they beat the colts? Fuck no. Snoop Dogg claims to be a steelers fan. It makes me sick that there's so many soul-less retards.

just when it seems you can't be any more of a moron, you open your mouth again.

there's steelers fans all over the country. always have been. look at any away game they play, there's thousands of steelers fans there no matter where it is.

and i hate to break it to ya, but there's only two choices. so even the people who didn't care about them until the colts game have to pick one or the other. anybody's bandwagon gets huge when it's narrowed down to two.

but seriously, i pity you. i really do. you're so fucking bitter and angry. how are you not sitting back and enjoying the fact that your team is in the super bowl? you've never been there. i've already seen a steelers super bowl appearance in my lifetime and i'm fucking enjoying every second of this. i can't imagine being a sad enough person where i have to bitch and bitch and whine and moan about every goddamn little tiny thing that has no bearing on my life at all. i really do pity you.

[commatosa]

just when it seems you can't be any more of a moron, you open your mouth again.

there's steelers fans all over the country. always have been. look at any away game they play, there's thousands of steelers fans there no matter where it is.

and i hate to break it to ya, but there's only two choices. so even the people who didn't care about them until the colts game have to pick one or the other. anybody's bandwagon gets huge when it's narrowed down to two.

but seriously, i pity you. i really do. you're so fucking bitter and angry. how are you not sitting back and enjoying the fact that your team is in the super bowl? you've never been there. i've already seen a steelers super bowl appearance in my lifetime and i'm fucking enjoying every second of this. i can't imagine being a sad enough person where i have to bitch and bitch and whine and moan about every goddamn little tiny thing that has no bearing on my life at all. i really do pity you.

you pity me? fuck you. Who do you think you are? Suck my dick. Anyway, I'm pissed about the lack of respect. And have I spoken to you before? I do enjoy this. Please don't come into this forum all high and mighty and try to tear me down buddy. I've followed the seahawks since I was born. I'm sorry that I'm a devoted fan and can't stand when people talk shit about my team.

[Vincewithouthee]

you pity me? fuck you. Who do you think you are? Suck my dick. Anyway, I'm pissed about the lack of respect. And have I spoken to you before? I do enjoy this. Please don't come into this forum all high and mighty and try to tear me down buddy. I've followed the seahawks since I was born. I'm sorry that I'm a devoted fan and can't stand when people talk shit about my team.

You're a dumbass. All you do is talk shit on the Steelers and I'm sure you've talked shit a LOT on other teams. You're seriously one of the worst fans ever. Fans like you make me hate teams.

Anyway I've given respect to Seattle all year. I predicted a Seattle/Indy Super Bowl at the beginning of the season and stuck with it since. I never ever pick the Steelers only because I feel I always jinx them if I feel highly on them.

I'm a die hard Steelers fan, but I also show respect for (most) teams around the league in all sports. But seriously, dumbass fans like you ruin it all for me and it gets me so pissed off. You're the one talking about disrespect? Shut the hell up.

[Vincewithouthee]

just when it seems you can't be any more of a moron, you open your mouth again.

there's steelers fans all over the country. always have been. look at any away game they play, there's thousands of steelers fans there no matter where it is.

and i hate to break it to ya, but there's only two choices. so even the people who didn't care about them until the colts game have to pick one or the other. anybody's bandwagon gets huge when it's narrowed down to two.

but seriously, i pity you. i really do. you're so fucking bitter and angry. how are you not sitting back and enjoying the fact that your team is in the super bowl? you've never been there. i've already seen a steelers super bowl appearance in my lifetime and i'm fucking enjoying every second of this. i can't imagine being a sad enough person where i have to bitch and bitch and whine and moan about every goddamn little tiny thing that has no bearing on my life at all. i really do pity you.

I agree with that as well.

Also, Snoop Dogg has been a fan of the Steelers for a while. I remember him showing Steelers gear in his videos back in 03 or whatever when the Steelers were having a shitty season, finishing 6-10.

[still_life]

I agree with that as well.

Also, Snoop Dogg has been a fan of the Steelers for a while. I remember him showing Steelers gear in his videos back in 03 or whatever when the Steelers were having a shitty season, finishing 6-10.

He also had a Penguins jersey on in like a 13 year old music video. He actually said he wants to coach the Steelers one day. No comment on that.

[FreshyFresh23]

I can vouch for that Snoop Dogg thing.



I am more than ready for the game.. I think 2 weeks is too long to drag this out. I am very excited

[ActorInThisPlay]

I can vouch for that Snoop Dogg thing.



I am more than ready for the game.. I think 2 weeks is too long to drag this out. I am very excited
yeah I am very excited too...let the game begin already.

[still_life]

Just wanted to throw out there Seattle hasn't beat a winning team on the road since the end of the 2002 season (Atlanta), and they needed OT, and another Jay Feely missed FG to do it.

[FreshyFresh23]

Just wanted to throw out there Seattle hasn't beat a winning team on the road since the end of the 2002 season (Atlanta), and they needed OT, and another Jay Feely missed FG to do it.

That isnt actually true. THey beat Minnesota in 2004 and San Diego on the road after that Atlanta game.

so dont throw out incorrect stats like that

[FreshyFresh23]

ill throw out that Holmgren is 4-1 against Cowher

[bigmike]

I'll throw out that those last two stats are ridiculous and have no bearing on sunday's game.

[histrionics22]

I've followed the seahawks since I was born.

Wow the last 8 years must have been tough. Grow up, have a somewhat mature opinion, and maybe people will actually listen to you.

[dai the flu]

im tired of this whole "seahawks get no respect" angle. the seahawks were picked and favored by a ton of people/experts to make it to the super bowl all year long. in fact, somebody back me up with the facts, i dont have time to check them, but havent the seahawks been favored to win every game they've played up until this one? they have 7 players picked to the pro-bowl (i think it was 7, i didnt double-check)and basicly all the polls ive seen are showing about 45 percent picking the seahawks. that isnt a lack of respect. i dont know where you're coming off with this.

[commatosa]

You're a dumbass. All you do is talk shit on the Steelers and I'm sure you've talked shit a LOT on other teams. You're seriously one of the worst fans ever. Fans like you make me hate teams.

Anyway I've given respect to Seattle all year. I predicted a Seattle/Indy Super Bowl at the beginning of the season and stuck with it since. I never ever pick the Steelers only because I feel I always jinx them if I feel highly on them.

I'm a die hard Steelers fan, but I also show respect for (most) teams around the league in all sports. But seriously, dumbass fans like you ruin it all for me and it gets me so pissed off. You're the one talking about disrespect? Shut the hell up.

oh my god. eat shit dude. I'm sorry that you have a hard time reading bad things about your team. now you know how it feels right? I'm not going to sit here and defend myself cause you guys are taking my comments WAY too seriously.

[FondestMemory]

I'm sorry that you have a hard time reading bad things about your team.

ummmm, i think you seem to have the biggest problem with that. ever. in fact, you just admitted it a few posts ago.

but in all seriousness, you're a moron.

[commatosa]

ummmm, i think you seem to have the biggest problem with that. ever. in fact, you just admitted it a few posts ago.

but in all seriousness, you're a moron.

ummmm, did you read the next sentence after that? good comeback.

[commatosa]

im tired of this whole "seahawks get no respect" angle. the seahawks were picked and favored by a ton of people/experts to make it to the super bowl all year long. in fact, somebody back me up with the facts, i dont have time to check them, but havent the seahawks been favored to win every game they've played up until this one? they have 7 players picked to the pro-bowl (i think it was 7, i didnt double-check)and basicly all the polls ive seen are showing about 45 percent picking the seahawks. that isnt a lack of respect. i dont know where you're coming off with this.

if you look on ESPN.com, the poll question is "who will win super bowl XL?" And 61% chose pittsburgh while 39% chose seattle. That's a pretty big difference. Meanwhile, if you ask any one of those people if the game will be close they always say "oh yeah, it's going to be really close." Then if you turn your TV on to the best damn sports show period, you'll see every person say "ah man, I gots ta go with my steelers, what do you think snoop?" Then after that you see Tim shithead Brown say things like "I just can't pick the seahawks, sorry they just haven't shown me anything." And then Jason Sehorn and Jay Glazer also picked the steelers, and 2 weeks ago they all picked the panthers over the seahawks. The only reason the media mentions seattle is because there's more than 1 team in the super bowl. What I can't begin to fathom is why people don't give the seahawks any credit. For one, shaun alexander got the rushing title, the league MVP, and broke the single season record for most touchdowns and all people can say is "he's soft, he's not a tough running back." The seahawks beat the redskins pretty easily without shaun and people say "the redskins were beat up." DeShaun Foster is injured going into the NFC championships and everyone keeps saying "The panthers can get it done without deshaun foster." We destroy them and everyone says its because they didn't have deshaun foster.

[still_life]

That isnt actually true. THey beat Minnesota in 2004 and San Diego on the road after that Atlanta game.

so dont throw out incorrect stats like that

8-8 aren't winning teams.

ill throw out that Holmgren is 4-1 against Cowher

How many of them came without one of the best QB's ever, and the best DE ever on his team?

I'll throw out that those last two stats are ridiculous and have no bearing on sunday's game.

The first one definitely does unless you just don't understand football. Seattle is a team that thrives on their HFA more than anyone maybe. They love that "12th man" shit. They're not a good road team, especially when it's a quality opponent. The Steelers have been the best road team in the league the last two years. And this will be the closest a team has had with HFA in a SB, so Seattle will not have much of a crowd there for them.

[histrionics22]

if you look on ESPN.com, the poll question is "who will win super bowl XL?" And 61% chose pittsburgh while 39% chose seattle. That's a pretty big difference. Meanwhile, if you ask any one of those people if the game will be close they always say "oh yeah, it's going to be really close." Then if you turn your TV on to the best damn sports show period, you'll see every person say "ah man, I gots ta go with my steelers, what do you think snoop?" Then after that you see Tim shithead Brown say things like "I just can't pick the seahawks, sorry they just haven't shown me anything." And then Jason Sehorn and Jay Glazer also picked the steelers, and 2 weeks ago they all picked the panthers over the seahawks. The only reason the media mentions seattle is because there's more than 1 team in the super bowl. What I can't begin to fathom is why people don't give the seahawks any credit. For one, shaun alexander got the rushing title, the league MVP, and broke the single season record for most touchdowns and all people can say is "he's soft, he's not a tough running back." The seahawks beat the redskins pretty easily without shaun and people say "the redskins were beat up." DeShaun Foster is injured going into the NFC championships and everyone keeps saying "The panthers can get it done without deshaun foster." We destroy them and everyone says its because they didn't have deshaun foster.

Stop complaining so much. Who cares who picks who. I'd prefer to be the underdog. Snoop dog is a steeler fan. I've never seen anyone take other people's opinion so hard. Grow a pair.

[dai the flu]

espn experts. 15 picked the steelers, 9 picked the seahawks. thats nothing to be upset about considering even less picked the steelers to beat the colts or bengals.
and just one question. out of the 150,000 or so that voted on that poll, 65% picked the steelers. does that make 97,000 people that dont know as much about football as you? they obviously see some reason to pick the steelers to win.

[bigmike]

8-8 aren't winning teams.



How many of them came without one of the best QB's ever, and the best DE ever on his team?



The first one definitely does unless you just don't understand football. Seattle is a team that thrives on their HFA more than anyone maybe. They love that "12th man" shit. They're not a good road team, especially when it's a quality opponent. The Steelers have been the best road team in the league the last two years. And this will be the closest a team has had with HFA in a SB, so Seattle will not have much of a crowd there for them.

oh. well in that case why is seattle showing up at all? they should cancel the superbowl then and just give it to pittsburgh.

[Scott Weber]

im tired of this whole "seahawks get no respect" angle. the seahawks were picked and favored by a ton of people/experts to make it to the super bowl all year long. in fact, somebody back me up with the facts, i dont have time to check them, but havent the seahawks been favored to win every game they've played up until this one? they have 7 players picked to the pro-bowl (i think it was 7, i didnt double-check)and basicly all the polls ive seen are showing about 45 percent picking the seahawks. that isnt a lack of respect. i dont know where you're coming off with this.
There were only 4 or 5 ESPN analysts out of about 30 that picked Seattle in this game. On Page 2 on ESPN they showed the celebrity picks, and it was just ridiculous, bandwagon central for the Steelers. I'm not just saying that, their reasoning was stuff like "Bettis is coming home he will win!" or "Nobody can stop Bettis!" or such. It's still a lack of respect from the media...less so from the fans.

[LeftWideOpen]

There were only 4 or 5 ESPN analysts out of about 30 that picked Seattle in this game. On Page 2 on ESPN they showed the celebrity picks, and it was just ridiculous, bandwagon central for the Steelers. I'm not just saying that, their reasoning was stuff like "Bettis is coming home he will win!" or "Nobody can stop Bettis!" or such. It's still a lack of respect from the media...less so from the fans.

On ESPN.com, they had 24 pick. 15 Pittsburgh, 9 Seattle. That isnt a huge disparity. Also, on ESPNews this morning Trey Wingo, Golic, and Schlereth all picked Seattle and made it pretty clear that they just had more talent than Pittsburgh.

I don't buy the lack of respect ...the media just has more stories from Pittsburgh so they are getting a chunk of the coverage.

Either way, I'm sick and tired of hearing about this game haha. Just play the damn thing already.

[somethingyellow]

There were only 4 or 5 ESPN analysts out of about 30 that picked Seattle in this game. On Page 2 on ESPN they showed the celebrity picks, and it was just ridiculous, bandwagon central for the Steelers. I'm not just saying that, their reasoning was stuff like "Bettis is coming home he will win!" or "Nobody can stop Bettis!" or such. It's still a lack of respect from the media...less so from the fans.one of those was chris berman

[FreshyFresh23]

one of those was chris berman

thats not true he actually changed his pick to the seahawks like he always does midweek. He is shitty, he did this with the Bears/Panthers, Colts/Steelers and Broncos/Patriots game.

[Scott Weber]

On ESPN.com, they had 24 pick. 15 Pittsburgh, 9 Seattle. That isnt a huge disparity. Also, on ESPNews this morning Trey Wingo, Golic, and Schlereth all picked Seattle and made it pretty clear that they just had more talent than Pittsburgh.

I don't buy the lack of respect ...the media just has more stories from Pittsburgh so they are getting a chunk of the coverage.

Either way, I'm sick and tired of hearing about this game haha. Just play the damn thing already.
News to me. Even if it's 15 to 9, that is a pretty solid chunk of votes towards Pittsburgh. I'm just ready to play the game too.

[histrionics22]

There were only 4 or 5 ESPN analysts out of about 30 that picked Seattle in this game. On Page 2 on ESPN they showed the celebrity picks, and it was just ridiculous, bandwagon central for the Steelers. I'm not just saying that, their reasoning was stuff like "Bettis is coming home he will win!" or "Nobody can stop Bettis!" or such. It's still a lack of respect from the media...less so from the fans.

What does it matter?

[Scott Weber]

What does it matter?
I was just correcting a previous statement, if you were to actually read the thread.

[somethingyellow]

thats not true he actually changed his pick to the seahawks like he always does midweek. He is shitty, he did this with the Bears/Panthers, Colts/Steelers and Broncos/Patriots game.well when I watched espn today he picked the seahawks, which means he picked the seahawks even if he changed his mind

[commatosa]

yes gentlemen, tomorrow at 3:30 pm PT the game that I've been awaiting all of my life will finally arrive. I know everyone's expecting a close game, but I'm actually rooting for a complete blowout, and I would like to see Joey Porter get a concussion. Other than that, looking forward to it and glad I could debate about it with you guys. GO SEAHAWKS!!!!!!!!! (knock on wood)

[sweethypocrisy]

I was watching the best damn sports show and I realized that this steelers bandwagon is bigger than any bandwagon in sports history. Did any of these people that predict the steelers to win the super bowl even care about them up until they beat the colts? Fuck no. Snoop Dogg claims to be a steelers fan. It makes me sick that there's so many soul-less retards.
since the wild card game ive been saying it would be a seattle-pittsburgh super bowl.

[sweethypocrisy]

yes gentlemen, tomorrow at 3:30 pm PT the game that I've been awaiting all of my life will finally arrive. I know everyone's expecting a close game, but I'm actually rooting for a complete blowout, and I would like to see Joey Porter get a concussion. Other than that, looking forward to it and glad I could debate about it with you guys. GO SEAHAWKS!!!!!!!!! (knock on wood)
if you actually want a blowout then you need to quit watching sports. blowouts arent fun to watch, at all. and ive been waiting for this game for weeks now and if its a blowout (no matter who gets blown out) ill be pissed. i want a down to the wire-field goal as time expires-kind of game (preferably with pitt. winning)

[still_life]

I can't help but get a 98 Falcons vibe with Seattle. Hopefully the result is the same, without the lame white guy returning a kickoff for a TD late. I bet Tim Dwight is a wigger

[histrionics22]

I was just correcting a previous statement, if you were to actually read the thread.

I retract all previous statements. You're a douche seahawks fan. Fuck off.

[Scott Weber]

I retract all previous statements. You're a douche seahawks fan. Fuck off.
Wow dude, you drink tonight or something? You asked a question, I gave you a response. What an overreaction, lol.

[LostSymphonies]

If he is on the 50 yard line... he's gonna miss alot of plays.

Its good that stevens got in his head... Porter said he was focused on football, now hes on stevens. That will keep one of the Steelers biggest defensive threats occupied all day. Even if he knocked my ass out constantly, I'd keep talking, because Porter is too much of a hot head to stay focused.
hahahaha you've clearly never seen the man play, you're an idiot and your opinion is invalid

[dai the flu]

final yahoo sports poll (im gonna keep beating this into the ground) 107,000 votes, 56% pitt 44%seattle. quit bitching about your imaginary lack of respect. it doesnt exist.

[histrionics22]

Wow dude, you drink tonight or something? You asked a question, I gave you a response. What an overreaction, lol.

Haha you were right. I was drinking last night. And I got in a fight so I came back to my room a little steamed. Sorry Weebs.

[commatosa]

final yahoo sports poll (im gonna keep beating this into the ground) 107,000 votes, 56% pitt 44%seattle. quit bitching about your imaginary lack of respect. it doesnt exist.

well, let's hope it won't exist after tonight....(knock on wood).

[Jesse2]

well, let's hope it won't exist after tonight....(knock on wood).

I don't think Seattle has to win to gain respect. I think if they go out there and give the Steelers a run for their money (and avoid being shut down like Indy and Denver) it should open some eyes.

[dai the flu]

yeah ill be impressed if they just dont roll over and die. here's hoping seattle shows up.

[Dumpweed]

I can't help but get a 98 Falcons vibe with Seattle. Hopefully the result is the same, without the lame white guy returning a kickoff for a TD late. I bet Tim Dwight is a wigger

Haha, anyone else remember when Dwight scored and his celebration was cracking open the top of the football and guzzling it like a beer?

[bigmike]

seattle: 28
Pittsburgh: 24

[LeftWideOpen]

seattle: 28
Pittsburgh: 24

agree with the winner and the margin of victory ...but i'm going Seattle, 24-20. Matt Hasselbeck replaces Doug Flutie as the pride of BC for a day and takes home MVP w/ 250+ and 2 td's.

[bigmike]

agree with the winner and the margin of victory ...but i'm going Seattle, 24-20. Matt Hasselbeck replaces Doug Flutie as the pride of BC for a day and takes home MVP w/ 250+ and 2 td's.
I like the way you think.

[sweethypocrisy]

steelers win 24-21