NFL Schedules 2011: How Will the Pittsburgh Steelers Return to Super Bowl?

April 19, 2011   ·   Adam Lazarus   ·   Jump to comments

Pittsburgh Steelers Should Find NFL Schedule 2011 Favorable
AFC Opponents: at Texans, at Colts, at Chiefs, Patriots, aJaguars, Titans
NFC Opponents: at 49ers, at Cardinals, Rams, Seahawks
Despite the run to Super Bowl XLV the Steelers defense did show some holes last year. The secondary was really vulnerable to the big play and touchdown passes in the red zone.  They have to re-sign Ike Taylor and must add another corner, via the draft or free agency, to replace either Bryant McFadden or William Gay.
 
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But the emergence of Ziggy Hood gives the Steelers defensive line--namely Brett Keisel and Aaron Smith--a major boost heading into next year.
And on the offensive side of the ball, having Ben Roethlisberger ready to go on Day One will make a difference. But it's the offensive line that will define the season.
Re-signing Willie Colon will be helpful and avoid having to sta...

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