Duck's Wings Clipped

17/12/2019 39 min Episodio 124
Duck's Wings Clipped

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The Steeler offense was characterized by futility as it turned the ball over 5 times (4 INTs and a fumble) while generating a paltry 229 total yards. Duck Hodges fell to Earth after a 3-0 start throwing 23 for 38 for 202 yard and 4 INTs. He completed only 5 of 11 of his passes over 10 yards, with three of those being intercepted. The O-line gave up 4 sacks as the Bills, not fearful of Duck's wing strength loaded the box.James Connor, in his return from injury managed 42 yards on 8 carries. Why he didn't get more carries is a mystery for the ages. Meanwhile James Washington managed to pull in 5 catches for 83 yards while Deontae Johnson was 5 for 62 yards. The Steeler defense continued its domination giving up only 261 yards. It's main competition was its own offense and special teams who left the D on the field too long and with its back up against the wall.TJ Watt continues to make his case for Defensive Player of the Year with 1/2 sack and another forced fumble. The Steelers now lead the league in turnovers recovered with 16 and are second in turnovers with 35.Steven Nelson contributed an interception while Cam Heyward dominated up the middle and knocking down a Josh Allen pass attempt.Randy Fichtner continues to depress the offensive potential with experiments that don't take into account the defensive environment, electing to run the Wildcat offense with players (Connoer to Johson) who haven't given or taken a handoff since pee-wee football.The Steelers run into the Jets next week in what is another in a series of survival games.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.