The Steelers open their regular season Sept. 8 at Atlanta. Here's an excerpt from my latest column at TribLive.com:
The Steelers need to beat Atlanta.
If they don’t, the excuses will fly:
• Russell Wilson needs time.
• Oppenheimer needs time.
• The offensive line needs time.
• The Khan Artist needs time to get Aiyuk.
But the Steelers don’t have time.
They’re very likely to make or miss the playoffs by a game. It’s going to get late early.
To read the entire column, click HERE.
My prediction: Steelers lose at Atlanta. It's going to take at least 24 points to beat Cousins. Wilson and Oppenheimer don't yet seem capable.
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