Good article on why its Good to be a Steeler Fan ...

[BlitzburghRockCity]

I think its based basically on the fact that some organizations just wont take that chance on players w/ questionable backgrounds becuz of the chance of getting bit in the ass if it doesnt work out.

There are exceptions to the rule, obviously, but the Steelers play it safe, and we've had some pretty darn good players over the years who dont have alot of baggage.

[Suitanim]

Overall, they are pretty much right on...how many times have the Steelers picked up a poisonous player? And, when they did make a mistake, how long did those players usually last. Think Bam Morris or Tim Worley. The Steelers know how to pick quality players, and, when they screw up, they know how to cut and run...

They also managed to win all through the new FA era without losing their credibility or character.

[SteelCityMan786]

The Steelers Run The Classiest Organization the NFL. I don't recall any of our boys getting arrested for some dumb ass act. and I am extremely Proud To Be A Fan

[BlitzburghRockCity]

Originally Posted by Suitanim

Overall, they are pretty much right on...how many times have the Steelers picked up a poisonous player? And, when they did make a mistake, how long did those players usually last. Think Bam Morris or Tim Worley. The Steelers know how to pick quality players, and, when they screw up, they know how to cut and run...

They also managed to win all through the new FA era without losing their credibility or character.

Even back in the 90s when we were losing FA's quicker than a 5.00 hooker runs outta condoms on a saturday nite... we still managed to stay our ground, be competitive and not compromise.

[Livinginthe past]

I guess this article was written with Steelers fans very much in mind - although I have long been a fan of the way the Steelers run their organisation.

I think its fair to say, and I have mentioned this in the past, that the Patriots have modelled themselves on the Steelers philosophically.

What has been the main difference over the last few years as regards SB wins has been down to two things - having the most tactically astute coach in football - and also having the best QB in football.

There was alot of talk about the nature of Corey Dillons move - 'just wait til we start losing' was all we heard - well we have suffered enough losses this season and there has not been a negative peep from the man Dillon - he has been a warrior coming out and playing injured for us.

Maybe I am a perfectionist - but its not enough to just win - you have to win right.

NM

[BlitzburghRockCity]

I agree, the Pats generally run the team as good as anybody if not better. BB is an excellent judge of players that fit his system !!

I agree though, the difference in SB runs has been coaching. BB will devise a game plan on offense the exploit the weakness of the opposing defense.

The steelers generally dance w/ what brought em there..sometimes it works, sometimes it doesnt. If there is 1 knock on cowher, that would be it..need more game planning in the big games . There is something to be said for doing it both ways, but I think if BC would just implement alittle something different, it might put us over the hump.

I love BC and the way he coaches and I wouldnt trade him for any coach in the league, period..but pasts' point is well taken.

[I.C. Lights]

Originally Posted by Livinginthe past

What has been the main difference over the last few years as regards SB wins has been down to two things - having the most tactically astute coach in football - and also having the best QB in football.

There was alot of talk about the nature of Corey Dillons move - 'just wait til we start losing' was all we heard - well we have suffered enough losses this season and there has not been a negative peep from the man Dillon - he has been a warrior coming out and playing injured for us.
NM

I think a lot of the Patriots' success is also due to Charlie Weis - maybe even more than BB. But yeah, the Pat's coaching has definitely been an advantage - and Brady goes without saying. A good coach also knows how to make a player shape-up too. The Pats have accomplished that with Corey Dillon.

[I.C. Lights]

Originally Posted by BlitzburghRockCity

I agree, the Pats generally run the team as good as anybody if not better. BB is an excellent judge of players that fit his system !!

I agree though, the difference in SB runs has been coaching. BB will devise a game plan on offense the exploit the weakness of the opposing defense.

The steelers generally dance w/ what brought em there..sometimes it works, sometimes it doesnt. If there is 1 knock on cowher, that would be it..need more game planning in the big games . There is something to be said for doing it both ways, but I think if BC would just implement alittle something different, it might put us over the hump.

I love BC and the way he coaches and I wouldnt trade him for any coach in the league, period..but pasts' point is well taken.

Yeah Belichick is a great coach, but he's a littly too smarmy for Pittsburgh. I think Cowher better suits us, for better or worse.