The Steelers sideline communications system was not working. Instead of allowing them to communicate through the system, a Patriots stadium game broadcast was infiltrating the system. Another example of underhanded gamesmanship by the Patriots organization ? ? ?

Who knows, but it sure is suspicious that this type of crap always seems to spring up around the New England Patriots.

I thought the Steelers offensive line performed better than expected on both running and passing plays. DeAngelo Williams had a good night running the ball and Steelers receivers had a good night. A couple of bone head play calls slowed down the offense, and falling for a defensive shift and possible snap simulation by the Pats defense drew an illegal motion call on the goal line that was costly. The Steelers defense is still in trouble. No pass rush, defensive secondary sucks. I blame the coaches for not having people prepared, not having enough players on the field, confusion on coverage, and not being ready for Brady's up tempo game. Hopefully, the Steelers will improve, but making the playoffs looks real iffy at this point.