There was a point in the season when it felt like the Pittsburgh Steelers had turned the corner and were on track to really make some noise in the AFC. Now the Steelers are on a two-game losing streak and fighting for some modicum of respect by the rest of the league. It all starts on Saturday against the Indianapolis Colts. Here are the storylines to watch in this game.
Shutting out the noise
The media, fans and even former players have been loud and proud in their criticism of the team over the last two weeks. Will the players be able to shut all that out and just focus on the game?
Mitch Trubisky improving
Just minutes into last week’s game, the fans at Acrisure Stadium were screaming for Mitch Trubisky to be benched in favor of Mason Rudolph. But despite a rough effort, he’s the starter again this week. Will he play better in his second start?
George Pickens in the gameplan
Wide receiver George Pickens didn’t hold back in his concerns about his usage in the offense. We want to see if his public comments translate into a different plan this weekend.
Who wants it more?
These two teams battling for their playoff lives with backup quarterbacks and other injury issues. Both teams are coming off awful games that made them look like they didn’t belong in the playoffs. Whichever team bounces back better wins.
