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I was hoping Mike Tomlin would encourage Dick LeBeau to retire. LeBeau had had a great career, but the Steeler defense just isn't as sold as it should be. Never mind how they lead in some statistics during meaningless games early in the season. Too many teams, they gave up too many points, and allowed teams to score late on them. It happened in Denver, and it just happened again against Jacksonville. Sure the offense should have got that first down and iced the game, but how many people really thought the defense would stop Jacksonville on that final drive? Plus, someone (I'm not sure who) missed a tackle on Garrard on that long run he made to set up their game-winning field goal.

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This is the biggest game of Mike Tomlin's career. Some coaches, such as Marty Schottenheimer, never seem able to win big games. We will learn this week whether Tomlin has the ability to lead his team in important NFL games. We Steeler fans have been spoiled for a long time with Noll and Cowher and expect success in the playoffs. I think

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However, I don't think Dick LeBeau coaches them to play that style. We'll see if Mike Tomlin gets them fired up and ready to play. I think they can win, but I also think the fans might

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This works ok, but when the opposing team picks up the blitz, receivers are left wide open. Mike Tomlin prefers the 4-3 defense and had success with it last year in Minnesota. Plus, he learned under Dungy when they were in Tampa Bay. Both of those defenses relied on on strong defensive lines that could pressure the quarterback with massive, and risky blitzing. 

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The Defense has me worried about their chances in the playoffs. I really think Tomlin should get rid of Dick LeBeau after the season and put in his 4-3 defense. LeBeau has been great, but I don

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