Can the Pittsburgh Steelers Avoid Tanking?
The Steelers had not had a coaching change for a very long time. Bill Cowher retired after the team underachieved last season after failing to even make the postseason after winning the Super Bowl the year before. With new head coach Mike Tomlin in the mix and several of Cowher’s former assistants heading elsewhere, it’s difficult to determine whether or not a period of adjustment will be necessary for the Steelers. Ben Roethlisberger threw a career-high 23 interceptions last year to only 18 touchdowns, although many of his shortcomings were attributed to his motorcycle accident prior to the start of the season. The Steelers did have one bright spot last year with the late emergence of rookie receiver Santonio Holmes. Holmes had some miscommunications with Roethlisberger early on in the season, but finally began to thrive in the end, including the final play of the season – a 67-yard touchdown reception to prevent the Cincinnati Bengals from making the postseason. The Steelers will nee
