2008 Pittsburgh Steelers season From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
2008 Pittsburgh Steelers season Head Coach Mike Tomlin Home Field Heinz Field Results Record 2–1 Place 2nd AFC North Playoff Finish TBD Timeline Previous Season Next Season 2007 2009 The 2008 Pittsburgh Steelers season is the the franchise's 76th season in the National Football League (NFL). The team entered the season as defending champions of the AFC North division and looking to improve upon their 10–6 record from 2007. Despite having the most diffiuclt schedule in the league, the team has been called a Super Bowl contender by ESPN.[1] The Steelers drafted their first running back in the first-round of the draft since 1989,[2] in an possible effort to explore the option of using the "pony backfield" on offense.[3] Pittsburgh finished their preseason with a record of 3–1. The Steelers opened up their regular season on September 7, with a win over the Houston Texans. They will conclude the regular season against the division rival Cleveland Browns on December 28. 
Contents 1 Offseason 1.1 Draft 1.2 Mini-camp and OTAs 1.3 Off-field activity 1.4 Training camp 2 Pre-season 3 Regular season 3.1 Schedule 3.2 Division standings 4 Game recaps 4.1 Week 1: Houston Texans 4.2 Week 2: at Cleveland Browns 4.3 Week 3: at Philadelphia Eagles 4.4 Week 4: vs. Baltimore Ravens 4.5 Week 5: at Jacksonville Jaguars 4.6 Week 6: Bye Week 4.7 Week 7: at Cincinnati Bengals 4.8 Week 8: New York Giants 4.9 Week 9: at Washington Redskins 4.10 Week 10: Indianapolis Colts 4.11 Week 11: San Diego Chargers 4.12 Week 12: Cincinnati Bengals 4.13 Week 13: at New England Patriots 4.14 Week 14: Dallas Cowboys 4.15 Week 15: at Baltimore Ravens 4.16 Week 16: at Tennessee Titans 4.17 Week 17: Cleveland Browns 5 Personel 5.1 Opening training camp roster 5.2 Current roster 5.3 Staff 6 References [edit] Offseason Entering the 2008 season, the Pittsburgh Steelers lost ten-year lineman Alan Faneca, after his contract expired, and he signed with the New York Jets.[4] The Steelers released Allen Rossum, Jerame Tuman, and Clint Kriewaldt, on February 22.[5] The Steelers also lost Dan Kreider, Verron Haynes, Brian St. Pierre, and eight-year veteran Clark Haggans to free agency.[6] The Steelers renewed quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's contract with an eight year, $102 million agreement, the largest in franchise history.[7] The team has resigned Max Starks to the largest single-year deal in franchise history, despite him not being a starter during the 2007 season.[8] Nate Washington, Chris Kemoeatu, and Trai Essex also agreed to one-year deals.[9][10] The Steelers acquired seven-year center Justin Hartwig and Mewelde Moore as free-agents, both were signed to multi-year deals; in addition, free agent linebacker Keyaron Fox agreed to a single-year deal.[10] Going into 2008, 14 members of the Steelers are entering the final year of their contracts.[11] [edit] Draft Main article: 2008 NFL Draft The 2008 NFL Draft was held on April 26 and April 27, 2008, at Radio City Music Hall. In the first round, the Steelers selected
YouTubeMini
running back Rashard Mendenhall, from the University of Illinois, with the 23rd overall pick.[2] He was the first running back selected in the first round by the Steelers since 1989.[2] The Steelers selected Limas Sweed, from the University of Texas, in the second round.[2] Sweed was ranked by the Steelers as one of the top three receivers in the draft.[2] The drafting of Sweed came after quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's suggestion of acquiring a tall wide receiver; Sweed is 6-feet 4-inches in height.[12] In round three, the Steelers selected Bruce Davis, of UCLA.[13] Davis primarily played defensive end at his alma mater, however, he is expected to switch to linebacker at the pro level.[14] The Steelers traded their fourth round pick (123rd overall) to the New York Giants for the Giants fourth and sixth round selections, 130th and 194th overall, respectively.[15] The Steelers selected offensive tackle Tony Hills with the 130th overall selection, in the fourth round.[16] Like second round pick Sweed, Hills came out of the University of Texas where he had been elected a captain of the football team during his senior season.[15] With their fifth round selection, the Steelers choose quarterback Dennis Dixon.[17] Prior to an injury in 2007, Dixon was a Heisman Trophy candidate.[15] In the sixth round, the Steelers choose their second linebacker of the draft, Mike Humpal out of the University of Iowa.[18] Also in the sixth round, the final selection of the team was safety Ryan Mundy, a Pittsburgh native.[19] The Steelers did not pick in the seventh round, due to a 2007 trade with the Atlanta Falcons.[20] The Steelers Kevin Colbert said of the draft, "we’re happy with the way things turned out."[21] Also stating that the first and second round selections were players who the team expected to have already been chosen.[21] Coach Mike Tomlin said that the Steelers tried to selected skilled offensive "weapons" over a strong offensive line, which struggled the previous season.[22] The following day, the Steelers signed twelve free-agent rookies.[23] The Steelers agreed to terms with all of their draft picks on July 25, two days prior to the start of training camp.[24] Round Overall Pick Player Position College 1 23 Rashard Mendenhall Running back Illinois 2 53 Limas Sweed Wide receiver Texas 3 88 Bruce Davis Linebacker UCLA 4 130 Tony Hills Offensive tackle Texas 5 156 Dennis Dixon Quarterback Oregon 6 188 Mike Humpal Linebacker Iowa 6 194 Ryan Mundy Safety West Virginia [edit] Mini-camp and OTAs The Steelers held a mandatory three-day mini-camp in early May.[25] Hines Ward, Aaron Smith and Troy Polamalu attended the camp, but did not fully participate because of injuries.[26] First round draft pick, Rashard Mendenhall was welcomed by Steelers current running back Willie Parker.[25] Parker was "surprised" when he heard the Steelers had drafted a running back in the first round, but hopes to a work with Mendenhall like Jerome Bettis worked with Parker during his rookie season.[27] During the mini-camp, the offense experimented with formations using Parker and Mendenhall in the backfield simultaneously.[27] Receiver Hines Ward took a similar approach to Parker's in welcoming second round draft pick Limas Sweed. As with other receivers in the past, Ward was "very hands-on with Sweed throughout the weekend".[27] Coach Mike Tomlin called the new draft picks "humble", adding that he liked their "spirit and attitude"; however, it was too early to tell how well they will ultimately perform.[28] The team held two Organized Team Activities (OTAs) prior to the draft,[29] in addition to 12 throughout May and June.[30] The OTAs are voluntary; however, most players did attend.[31] Many players routinely worked on their conditioning and strength together, in addition to "informal" on field training.
[31] A week prior to the end of OTAs Mike Tomlin said he was happy with the team's progress during the sessions. Also stating, “We are having a productive off-season and that is what we are here for. We are here to get better individually and collectively and I think we are doing that.”[32] Limas Sweed experimented on special teams play for the first time ever, with a concentration in punt blocking.[32] On the day of the final OTA, June 12, Tomlin stated that while he was pleased with the progress of the team, no positions would be gained or lost based on the voluntary camp. Tomlin added, "...it's been teach-oriented, it's been skill-develop-oriented. It's different than playing the game of football."[33] The team will be given 44 days off until the beginning of training camp.[33] [edit] Off-field activity In May, ESPN The Magazine released the findings of its annual survey, of over 80,000 fans entitled the "Ultimate Standings: Fan Satisfaction Rankings". The Steelers ranked as the 25th best major league sports franchise out of 122 teams from MLB, NFL, NBA, and the NHL. The franchise finished one position behind the cross-town Pittsburgh Penguins.[34] The Steelers were sixth among all NFL teams.[35] In August, ESPN.com ranked Steelers' fans as the best in the National Football League, citing their "unbelievable" sellout streak of 299 consecutive games.[36][37] During the Pittsburgh Penguins run for the Stanley Cup multiple members of the Steelers showed support for the cross-town team.[38] Ben Roethlisberger, attended games in Detroit, where he, and the Steelers, won Super Bowl XL three years prior.[39] Mike Tomlin watched Game Six of the finals outside Mellon Arena, along with 3,000 other fans, on a JumboTron which had been erected for fans unable to acquire tickets to the sold-out game.[40] Kevin Colbert, Charlie Batch, and Tomlin attended many games throughout the regular season.[41] Penguins' coach Michel Therrien attended the Steelers' first game of the season.[42] On February 17, Ernie Holmes, who played for the Steelers from 1972 to 1977, was killed in a car crash.[43] Ten days later, on February 27, award-winning journalist, Steelers radio announcer of 35 years, and inventor of the Terrible Towel, Myron Cope, died at age 79.[44] On June 6, Dwight White, a defensive end on the Steel Curtain died from a blood clot. Upon his death, Dan Rooney said, "Dwight White was one of the greatest players to ever wear a Steelers uniform."[45] The Steelers held a pre-game ceremony in their honor prior to their first game against Houston.[46][47] [edit] Training camp The Steelers held their training camp at Saint Vincent College, in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, for the 42nd consecutive year.[48][49] Players reported on July 27,[50] practices commenced the following day and ran through August 17.[51][52] Throughout the twenty three day span, seventeen included practices;[53] making the camp one of the shortest in Steelers history.[54] The camp was less demanding under Tomlin, who is now in his second year as coach. "We are a veteran team in some areas. You have to approach it differently because of that," said Tomlin.[55] Pittsburgh looked to build on their defense, which was ranked first in the league throughout the 2007 season. At over thirty years in age each, all three starting linemen returned.[56] First round draft pick, Rashard Mendenhall entered camp with expectations to make an impact on the team throughout his rookie season. Pittsburgh's Willie Parker, who is returning from a broken leg last season, will share the load with Mendenhall.[57] On the first day of camp starters Casey Hampton and Chris Kemoeatu were placed on the Physically Unable to Perform list (PUP) due to injuries.[58] Troy Polamalu attended camp, but was also placed on the PUP, unable to practice throughout.[59][60] On July 29, 2008, punter Daniel Sepulveda tore the ACL in his right leg and was placed on season-ending injured reserve.[61][62] The Steelers aquired Paul Ernster later in the day as a possible replacement.[63] After concluding practices at St. Vincent's, the Steelers began to practice at their facility on Pittsburgh's South Side. Tomlin called the camp "very productive".[64] [edit] Pre-season We're ready. I know that I feel good, and I can speak for the team. We've been practicing, gone through the preseason, and it's time to put what we've been practicing to work. — Willie Parker[65][66] Pittsburgh opened their pre-season schedule with a 16–10 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.[67] The Steelers scored on their first posession,
after driving 80 yards on eight plays.[68] Ben Roethlisberger's 19 yard touchdown pass to Santonio Holmes completed the drive.[69] In the first quarter Charlie Batch was removed from the game after breaking his clavicle.[70] Jeff Reed added three field goals from 20, 24, and 50 yards.[68] The second game was played in Toronto's Rogers Centre; it was the first pre-season game Pittsburgh played in Toronto since 1960.[71] Pittsburgh's starting offense played longer in the second game, as expected. Willie Parker increased his output over the first game by playing on third downs.[72] However, the team failed run the ball consistantly and struggled on defense. "We fell short essentially in all three phases," stated coach Tomlin after the game.[73] Pittsburgh lost the game by three points, 24–21.[74] Pittsburgh traveled to Minnesota to play the Vikings for their third pre-season game. The Steelers defense held the Vikings early, led by Aaron Smith who got three tackles, inlcuding one sack, in the first quarter.[75] The offense failed to score a touchdown, with Rashard Mendenhall fumbling twice.[76] Quarterback Byron Leftwich, who was signed to replace the injured Batch,[77][78] lead the team with 129 yards passing.[79] Jeff Reed acconuted for all of the Steelers' points, kicking four field goals—the final with 4 seconds remaining—to give Pittsburgh a 12–10 victory.[80] Entering their final pre-season game the Steelers had selected every starting player except the punter.[81] The Steelers won their final game of the preseason over the Carolina Panthers 19–16.[82] Carolina tied the game with 1:54 remaining in regulation,[83] but rookie Dennis Dixon lead the Steelers on a 47-yard drive,[65] which was capped with Reed kicking the game winning 43-yard field goal as time expired.[66] After the game Tomlin stated, "It has been a pleasure working with this group guys, but it is that time of year where we need to make tough decisions."[65] Pittsburgh finished their 2008 preseason with a 3–1 record.[82] The Steelers cut 22 players on August 30, to bring their roster to the required 53 player total.[84][85] The following day the Steelers signed nine players, all had been on their pre-season team, to the practice squad.[86] Week Date Kickoff (ET) TV Opponent Result Record Game Site NFL Game Summary 1 Friday August 8 7:30 PM KDKA Philadelphia Eagles W 16 – 10 1 – 0 Heinz Field Summary 2 Thursday August 14 7:30 PM KDKA Buffalo Bills L 24 – 21 1 – 1 Rogers Centre, Toronto Summary 3 Saturday August 23 8:00 PM CBS Minnesota Vikings W 12 – 10 2 – 1 Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome Summary 4 Thursday August 28 7:00 PM KDKA Carolina Panthers W 19 – 16 3 – 1 Heinz Field Summary [edit] Regular season Based on 2007 records, the Steelers boast the NFL's most difficult schedule in 2008,[87][88] with an opponent winning percentage of .598;[89] ten games will be played against teams that finished 2007 with winning records.[90] The Steelers will play each the teams in the AFC North twice, once home and once on the road. The Steelers will also face the teams from the AFC South and NFC East divisions throughout the season.[91] Pittsburgh's matchups will also include the San Diego and New England, who each won their division in the 2007 season.[91] The Steelers will play five nationally televised primetime games throughout the season,[92] the maximum allowed number by the NFL.[93] Entering the first week of the season, Pittsburgh's players voted Ben Roethlisberger, Hines Ward, James Farrior, and Jeff Reed team captains.[94][95] [edit] Schedule Week Date Kickoff (ET) TV Opponent Result Record Game Site NFL.com Recap 1 Sunday September 7 1:00 PM CBS Houston Texans W 38 – 17 1 – 0 Heinz Field Summary 2 Sunday September 14 8:15 PM NBC Cleveland Browns W 10 – 6 2 – 0 Cleveland Browns Stadium Summary 3 Sunday September 21 4:15 PM CBS Philadelphia Eagles L 15 – 6 2 – 1 Lincoln Financial Field Summary 4 Monday September 29 8:30 PM ESPN Baltimore Ravens Heinz Field 5 Sunday October 5 8:15 PM NBC Jacksonville Jaguars Jacksonville Municipal Stadium 6 Bye Week 7 Sunday October 19 1:00 PM CBS Cincinnati Bengals Paul Brown Stadium 8 Sunday October 26 4:15 PM FOX New York Giants Heinz Field 9 Monday November 3 8:30 PM ESPN Washington Redskins FedExField 10 Sunday November 9 4:15 PM CBS Indianapolis Colts Heinz Field 11 Sunday November 16 4:15 PM CBS San Diego Chargers Heinz Field 12 Thursday November 20 8:15 PM NFL Network Cincinnati Bengals Heinz Field 13 Sunday November 30 4:15 PM CBS New England Patriots Gillette Stadium 14 Sunday December 7 4:15
PM FOX Dallas Cowboys Heinz Field 15 Sunday December 14 1:00 PM CBS Baltimore Ravens M&T Bank Stadium 16 Sunday December 21 1:00 PM CBS Tennessee Titans LP Field 17 Sunday December 28 1:00 PM CBS Cleveland Browns Heinz Field Green background indicates win. Red background indicates loss. [edit] Division standings The 2008 season is the Steelers seventh as members of the AFC North Division. Pittsburgh will defend their division title from the 2007 season, which they obtained by tying the Cleveland Brown's 10–6 record, but holding the tie-breaker with two wins over the Browns.[88] Through 2007, Pittsburgh is the only team to have won the AFC North three times, since its inception prior to the 2002 NFL season.[96] Entering the 2008 season, the Steelers were choosen to win the division by sportswriter Ron Borges,[97] as well as nine of 13 analysts interviewed by ESPN.com.[98] Four NFL.com analysts wrote that the Steelers would finish with a 10–6 record.[99] AFC North view • talk • edit W L T PCT PF PA STK Baltimore Ravens 2 0 0 1.000 45 20 W-2 Pittsburgh Steelers 2 1 0 .667 54 38 L-1 Cincinnati Bengals 0 3 0 .000 40 67 L-3 Cleveland Browns 0 3 0 .000 26 66 L-3 [edit] Game recaps [edit] Week 1: Houston Texans [show]Week One: Houston Texans vs. Pittsburgh Steelers — Scoring Summary Game time: 1:00 PM EDT Game weather: Mostly Cloudy, 73°F Referee: Terry McAulay First Quarter PIT - Parker 7 yard run, Touchdown (Reed PAT) 4:48 Second Quarter PIT - Parker 13 yard run, Touchdown (Reed) 6:03 PIT - Roethlisberger 13 yard pass to Ward, Touchdown (Reed) 9:03 HOU - Brown 34 yard FG 4:29 Third Quarter PIT - Parker 4 yard run, Touchdown (Reed) 9:10 PIT - Roethlisberger 16 yard pass to Ward, Touchdown (Reed) 2:04 Fourth Quarter HOU - Schaub 14 yard pass to Walter, Touchdown (Brown) 9:06 PIT - Reed 44 yard FG 5:28 HOU - Schaub 4 yard run, Touchdown (Brown) 1:21 Game attendance: 64,001 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania TV announcers: (CBS) Gus Johnson and Randy Cross Game coverage: NFL Game Summary, NFL Network highlights Leading passers Roethlisberger - 13/14, 137 yards, 2 TD Schaub - 25/33, 202 yards, 1 TD Leading rushers Parker - 25 carries, 138 yards, 3 TD Slaton - 13 carries, 43 yards Leading receivers Ward - 6 receptions, 76 yards, 2 TD Johnson - 10 receptions, 112 yards Leading tacklers Harrison, Taylor - 6 tackles Diles - 11 tackles 1 2 3 4 Total Texans 0 3 0 14 17 Steelers 7 14 14 3 38 The Steelers started their regular season in front of 64,001 spectators at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh. Their opponents, the Houston Texans, received the opening kickoff and began the opening drive at the 21-yard line. The Texans drove the ball 27 yards on seven plays, but quarterback Matt Schaub was stopped for no gain on 4th and 1, and the ball was turned over on downs. The Steelers drove the ball 52 yards, with their biggest gain coming on a 17-yard run from quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. Willie Parker ran the ball to the right side on the eighth play for a seven yard touchdown and Jeff Reed converted the extra point to put the Steelers up 7–0. The Texans drove 23 yards, but two sacks—the second for a loss of 14 yards—by the Steelers' defense forced them to punt for the first time. Roethlisberger would connect for a 74-yard pass with Hines Ward on the first play of their second drive, but it was negated by an offensive pass interference call. The Steelers' offense would regroup and drive for 6:03 to score their second touchdown—also from Parker. Pittsburgh's LaMarr Woodley would pick off Schaub's next pass, and after Rashard Mendenhall's first NFL rush, Roethlisberger would connect with Ward for a 13-yard touchdown pass. Pittsburgh's Troy Polamalu intercepted Schaub on the next drive; however, Roethlisberger fumbled the ball on the next play. Houston recovered and scored their first points of the season off former-Steeler Kris Brown's 34-yard field goal. Pittsburgh led the game 21–3, but was held scoreless on two more drives as time expired on the first half.[100][101] The Steelers received the second half kickoff and drove 71 yards on 10 plays as Parker scored his third touchdown of the game—surpassing his touchdown total for the entire 2007 season.[102] Parker was named the AFC offensive player of the week for his performance.[103][104] Pittsburgh's defense would allow only six yards on Houston's ensuing drive, forcing them to punt for the third time. Over the next nine plays Pittsburgh would drive 80 yards and take a 35–3 lead after Roethlisberger connected with Ward for his second touchdown pass of the game. Pittsburgh's James Harrison would get his second of three sacks on the day, as Houston was held by Pittsburgh's defense again. The Steelers replaced Roethlisberger with Byron Leftwich for the remainder of the game; and
after the offense was forced into a three-and-out on Leftwich's first drive and Houston's Kevin Walter would score the Texan's first touchdown of the season. Harrison's third sack of the day also resulted in a forced fumble, which the Steelers capitalized on with a Reed field goal. Schaub would score a touchdown on the Texans' following drive and Brown would cap the day's scoring, 38–17, with the PAT.[100][101] [edit] Week 2: at Cleveland Browns [show]Week Two: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cleveland Browns — Scoring Summary Game time: 8:15 PM EDT (NBC Sunday Night Football) Game weather: Cloudy, 80° F, Wind: SSW 40 mph Referee: Tony Corrente First Quarter PIT - Roethlisberger 11 yard pass to Ward, Touchdown (Reed) 6:32 Third Quarter PIT - Reed 48 yard FG 7:58 CLE - Dawson 31 yard FG 1:25 Fourth Quarter CLE - Dawson 38 yard FG 3:21 Game attendance: 73,048 at Cleveland Browns Stadium TV announcers: (NBC) Al Michaels, John Madden & Andrea Kremer Game coverage: NFL Game Summary, NFL Network highlights Leading passers Roethlisberger - 12/19, 186 yards, 1 TD Anderson - 18/32, 166 yards, 2 INT Leading rushers Parker - 28 carries, 105 yards Lewis - 19 carries, 38 yards Leading receivers Holmes - 5 receptions, 94 yards Winslow - 7 receptions, 55 yards 1 2 3 4 Total Steelers 0 7 3 0 10 Browns 0 0 3 3 6 The Steelers entered their first matchup with the Cleveland Browns having won 15 of the last 16 games between the two teams.[105] Ben Roethlisberger entered the game having missed practice time during the week due to a shoulder injury he suffered in Week One.[106] Deshea Townsend was also injured against the Texans, allowing Bryant McFadden and William Gay playing time on defense.[107] The Steelers and the Browns ended the first quarter with a scoreless tie. The Steelers defense held the Browns to 16 yards on their first four drives. On Cleveland's fifth drive, Bryant McFadden intercepted Derek Anderson's first pass. On their ensuing drive, Pittsburgh drove 70 yards over 12 plays. Roethlisberger connected with Hines Ward for their third touchdown of the season and Pittsburgh took the lead 7–0. Cleveland responded to the touchdown by driving 71 yards on 14 plays to the Steelers' 11-yard line. Troy Polamalu intercepted a Cleveland pass as time expired in the first half solidifying Pittsburgh's seven point halftime lead.[108][109] Pittsburgh began their second drive of the third quarter with a 48-yard pass from Roethlisberger to Santonio Holmes. The Steelers capped the drive with a 48-yard field goal from Jeff Reed—bringing the score to 10–0. With 1:25 remaining in the third quarter, Cleveland's Phil Dawson gave the Browns their first points with a 31-yard field goal. Both teams remained scoreless throughout the remainder of the third quarter. The Browns added a second field goal after their offense drove 60 yards in 7:29. Pittsburgh began their next drive, up by four points, from their own 31-yard line. Led by two 19 yard plays—the first a pass to Heath Miller and the second a run by Parker—the Steelers drove the ball to Cleveland's 25-yard line. After a stop on fourth down, Cleveland took over with 26 seconds remaining, but failed to gain yardage as time expired.[108][109] With the win, the Steelers increased their win streak over the Browns to 10 games—the longest current winning streak over a single opponent in the NFL.[110] [edit] Week 3: at Philadelphia Eagles [show]Week Three: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Philadelphia Eagles — Scoring Summary Game time: 4:15 PM EDT Game weather: Mostly Sunny, 79° F Referee: Walt Anderson First Quarter PIT - Reed 37 yard FG 2:51 Second Quarter PHI - McNabb 20 yard pass to Correll Buckhalter (Akers) 9:23 PHI - Akers 31 yard FG 2:36 PIT - Reed 53 yard FG 0:53 Fourth Quarter PHI - Penalty enforced Safety (Roethlisberger) 8:06 PHI - Akers 31 yard FG 2:26 Game attendance: 69,144 at Lincoln Financial Field TV announcers: (CBS) Jim Nantz and Phil Simms Game coverage: NFL Game Summary, NFL Network highlights Leading passers Roethlisberger - 13/25, 131 yards, 1 INT McNabb - 24/35, 196 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT Leading rushers Parker - 13 carries, 20 yards Buckhalter - 10 carries, 43 yards Leading recievers Miller - 4 receptions, 63 yards Baskett - 8 receptions, 85 yards 1 2 3 4 Total Steelers 3 3 0 0 6 Eagles 0 10 0 5 15 Pittsburgh's first inter-conference opponent of the season was the Philadelphia Eagles, in Week Three. The Steelers scored on their first drive, getting a 37-yard field goal from Jeff Reed. The Eagles offense drove 85
yards on 13 plays on their ensuing drive and capped it with a 20-yard touchdown pass from Donovan McNabb to Correll Buckhalter, to give the Eagles a 7–3 lead. The Steelers turned the ball over twice in the second quarter, with one fumble leading to an Eagles' field goal. However, Bryant McFadden intercepted his second pass of the season witch allowed Reed to add his second field goal of the day—this one from 53-yards. The field goal brought the half time score to 10–6.[111][112] A third quarter, diving Troy Polamalu interception, on Kevin Kolb's first NFL pass, was named a "Can't Miss Play" by NFL Network.[113] However, the Steelers failed to capitalize, punting two more times in the third quarter. The Eagles defense sacked Ben Roethlisberger eight times throughout the game, two of which resulted in fumbles.[114] The Eagles entered the final quarter leading 10–6, but added two more points when a Roethlisberger was called for Intentional grounding while in the end zone. David Akers concluded the game's scoring with a 31-yard field goal—bring the final score to 15–6.[111][112] Roethlisberger was forced to leave the game after his hand was stepped on in the final quarter—the hand was not broken.[114] Offensive coordinator Bruce Arians took responsibility for the offense's performance.[115] "Anybody who wants anybody to blame for Philadelphia, you just blame me," Arians stated after the game, "and then we can get ready for Baltimore."[116] [edit] Week 4: vs. Baltimore Ravens 1 2 3 4 Total Ravens 0 Steelers 0 at Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Game time: 8:30 PM EDT (Monday Night Football) Game weather: TBD Referee: TBA Game attendance: TBA TV announcers: (ESPN) TBA NFL.com recap: The Steelers announced that three starters—Willie Parker, Casey Hampton, and Brett Keisel—will miss the game.[117][118] Parker's injury will allow Rashard Mendenhall his first NFL start.[119] The Steelers will wear their alternate uniform, throwback uniform that was introduced during the 2007 season. The uniform will also be worn in their October 26th game against the New York Giants.[120] [edit] Week 5: at Jacksonville Jaguars 1 2 3 4 Total Steelers 0 Jaguars 0 at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium, Jacksonville, Florida Game time: 8:15 PM EDT (Sunday Night Football) Game weather: TBD Referee: TBA Game attendance: TBA TV announcers: (NBC) TBA NFL.com recap: [edit] Week 6: Bye Week See also: Bye (sports) [edit] Week 7: at Cincinnati Bengals 1 2 3 4 Total Steelers 0 Bengals 0 at Paul Brown Stadium, Cincinnati, Ohio Game time: 1:00 PM EDT Game weather: TBD Referee: TBA Game attendance: TBA TV announcers: (CBS) TBA NFL.com recap: [edit] Week 8: New York Giants 1 2 3 4 Total Giants 0 Steelers 0 at Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Game time: 4:15 PM EDT Game weather: TBD Referee: TBA Game attendance: TBA TV announcers: (FOX) TBA NFL.com recap: [edit] Week 9: at Washington Redskins 1 2 3 4 Total Steelers 0 Redskins 0 at FedEx Field, Landover, Maryland Game time: 8:30 PM EDT (Monday Night Football) Game weather: TBD Referee: TBA Game attendance: TBA TV announcers: (ESPN) TBA NFL.com recap: [edit] Week 10: Indianapolis Colts 1 2 3 4 Total Colts 0 Steelers 0 at Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Game time: 4:15 PM EDT Game weather: TBD Referee: TBA Game attendance: TBA TV announcers: (CBS) TBA NFL.com recap: [edit] Week 11: San Diego Chargers 1 2 3 4 Total Chargers 0 Steelers 0 at Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Game time: *4:15 PM EDT Game weather: TBD Referee: TBA Game attendance: TBA TV announcers: *(CBS) TBA NFL.com recap: [edit] Week 12: Cincinnati Bengals 1 2 3 4 Total Bengals 0 Steelers 0 at Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Game time: 8:15 PM EDT (Thursday Night Football) Game weather: TBD Referee: TBA Game attendance: TBA TV announcers: (NFL Network) TBA NFL.com recap: [edit] Week 13: at New England Patriots 1 2 3 4 Total Steelers 0 Patriots 0 at Gillette Stadium, Foxboro, Massachusetts Game time: *4:15 PM EDT Game weather: TBD Referee: TBA Game attendance: TBA TV announcers: *(CBS) TBA NFL.com recap: [edit] Week 14: Dallas Cowboys 1 2 3 4 Total Cowboys 0 Steelers 0 at Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Game time: *4:15 PM EDT Game weather: TBD Referee: TBA Game attendance: TBA TV announcers: *(FOX) TBA NFL.com recap: [edit] Week 15: at Baltimore Ravens 1 2 3 4 Total Steelers 0 Ravens 0 at M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, Maryland Game time: *1:00 PM EDT Game weather: TBD Referee: TBA Game attendance: TBA TV announcers: *(CBS) TBA NFL.com recap: [edit] Week 16: at Tennessee Titans 1 2 3 4 Total Steelers 0 Titans 0 at LP Field, Nashville, Tennessee Game time: *1:00 PM EDT Game weather: TBD Referee: TBA Game attendance: TBA TV announcers: *(CBS) TBA NFL.com recap: [edit] Week 17: Cleveland Browns 1 2 3 4 Total Browns 0 Steelers
0 at Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Game time: *1:00 PM EDT Game weather: TBD Referee: TBA Game attendance: TBA TV announcers: *(CBS) TBA NFL.com recap: *Time subject to change as a result of flex-scheduling [edit] Personel [edit] Opening training camp roster The following is the Steelers' roster at the time of the first public training camp practice on July 28: Pittsburgh Steelers 2008 opening training camp roster Quarterbacks 16 Charlie Batch 2 Dennis Dixon 8 Mike Potts 7 Ben Roethlisberger Running Backs 38 Carey Davis FB 42 Billy Latsko FB 34 Rashard Mendenhall 21 Mewelde Moore 39 Willie Parker 33 Gary Russell 28 Justin Vincent Wide Receivers 81 Dallas Baker 11 Jeremy Bloom 10 Santonio Holmes 80 Kevin Marion 15 Willie Reid 87 Micah Rucker 14 Limas Sweed 19 Gerran Walker 86 Hines Ward 85 Nate Washington Tight Ends 48 Cody Boyd 88 Jon Dekker 83 Heath Miller 84 Dezmond Sherrod 89 Matt Spaeth Offensive Linemen 69 Jason Capizzi T 74 Willie Colón T 79 Trai Essex T 62 Justin Hartwig C 66 Tony Hills T 67 Matt Lentz G/T 61 Sean Mahan C/G 65 Jeremy Parquet T 73 Kendall Simmons G 77 Marvel Smith T 72 Darnell Stapleton C 78 Max Starks T Defensive Linemen 67 Kyle Clement NT 93 Nick Eason DE 99 Brett Keisel DE 90 Travis Kirschke DE 76 Chris Hoke NT 95 Ryan McBean DE 71 Scott Paxson NT 96 Martavius Prince DE 64 Jordan Reffett DE 91 Aaron Smith DE Linebackers 46 Patrick Bailey OLB 53 Bruce Davis OLB 51 James Farrior ILB 50 Larry Foote ILB 57 Keyaron Fox ILB 54 Andre Frazier OLB 97 Arnold Harrison OLB 92 James Harrison OLB 55 Mike Humpal ILB 94 Lawrence Timmons ILB 48 Anthony Trucks LB/S 56 LaMarr Woodley OLB 47 Donovan Woods ILB Defensive Backs 23 Tyrone Carter S 25 Ryan Clark FS 22 William Gay CB 30 Roy Lewis CB 37 Anthony Madison CB 41 Grant Mason CB/FS 20 Bryant McFadden CB 29 Ryan Mundy S 27 Anthony Smith FS 24 Ike Taylor CB 26 Deshea Townsend CB Special Teams 4 Julian Rauch K 3 Jeff Reed K 9 Daniel Sepulveda P 60 Greg Warren LS Reserve Lists 98 Casey Hampton NT (Active/PUP) 68 Chris Kemoeatu G (Active/PUP) 43 Troy Polamalu SS (Active/PUP) Practice Squad -- Marvin Allen WR Int'l Rookies in italics [edit] Current roster Pittsburgh Steelers roster view • talk • edit Quarterbacks 2 Dennis Dixon 4 Byron Leftwich 7 Ben Roethlisberger Running Backs 38 Carey Davis FB 34 Rashard Mendenhall KR 21 Mewelde Moore KR/PR 39 Willie Parker Wide Receivers 81 Dallas Baker 10 Santonio Holmes 14 Limas Sweed 86 Hines Ward 85 Nate Washington Tight Ends 49 Sean McHugh 83 Heath Miller 89 Matt Spaeth Offensive Linemen 74 Willie Colón T 79 Trai Essex T/G 62 Justin Hartwig C 66 Tony Hills T 68 Chris Kemoeatu G 73 Kendall Simmons G 77 Marvel Smith T 72 Darnell Stapleton G/C 78 Max Starks T Defensive Linemen 93 Nick Eason DE 98 Casey Hampton NT 76 Chris Hoke NT 99 Brett Keisel DE 90 Travis Kirschke DE 96 Orpheus Roye DE 91 Aaron Smith DE Linebackers 46 Patrick Bailey OLB 53 Bruce Davis OLB 51 James Farrior ILB 50 Larry Foote ILB 57 Keyaron Fox ILB 54 Andre Frazier OLB 92 James Harrison OLB 94 Lawrence Timmons ILB 56 LaMarr Woodley OLB 95 Donovan Woods OLB Defensive Backs 23 Tyrone Carter S 25 Ryan Clark FS 22 William Gay CB 37 Anthony Madison CB 20 Bryant McFadden CB 43 Troy Polamalu SS 27 Anthony Smith FS 24 Ike Taylor CB 26 Deshea Townsend CB Special Teams 17 Mitch Berger P 3 Jeff Reed K 60 Greg Warren LS Reserve Lists 16 Charlie Batch QB (IR) 67 Kyle Clement NT (IR) 88 Jon Dekker TE (IR) 97 Arnold Harrison OLB (IR) 55 Mike Humpal ILB (IR) 9 Daniel Sepulveda P (IR) Practice Squad 13 Marvin Allen WR Int'l 30 Roy Lewis CB 41 Grant Mason CB/FS 15 Martin Nance WR 65 Jeremy Parquet OT 71 Scott Paxson NT 33 Gary Russell RB 84 Dezmond Sherrod TE 28 Justin Vincent RB Rookies in italics Roster updated 2008-09-23 Depth Chart • Transactions 53 Active, 6 Inactive, 9 PS → More rosters [edit] Staff Pittsburgh Steelers staff v • d • e Front Office Owner/Chairman - Dan Rooney President - Art Rooney II Vice President - Art Rooney, Jr. Director of Football Operations - Kevin Colbert Pro Personnel Coordinator - Doug Whaley College Scouting Coordinator - Ron Hughes Head Coaches Head Coach - Mike Tomlin Assistant Head Coach/Defensive Line - John Mitchell Offensive Coaches Offensive Coordinator - Bruce Arians Quarterbacks - Ken Anderson Running Backs - Kirby Wilson Wide Receivers - Randy Fichtner Tight Ends - James Daniel Offensive Line - Larry Zierlein Offensive Quality Control - Harold Goodwin Defensive Coaches Defensive Coordinator - Dick LeBeau Linebackers - Keith Butler Defensive Backs - Ray Horton Defensive Quality Control - Lou Spanos Special Teams Coaches Special Teams - Bob Ligashesky Assistant Special Teams - Amos Jones Strength and Conditioning Conditioning Coordinator - Garrett Giemont → Coaching
Staff → More NFL staffs [edit] References ^ "NFL Power Rankings: May 2008 edition". ESPN.com. Retrieved on 2008-06-02. ^ a b c d e Bouchette, Ed (2008-04-28). "Steelers draft RB from Illinois, WR from Texas to protect Big Ben", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-04-27. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-04-29). "New horses for offense, Arians", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-04-29. ^ ESPN.com news services (2008-02-03). "Roethlisberger Faneca agrees to five-year, $40 million deal with Jets", ESPN. Retrieved on 2008-03-25. ^ NFL.com (2008-02-24). "Pittsburgh Steelers Transactions: Week of Feb 24". Pittsburgh Steelers Transactions. NFL.com. Retrieved on 2008-05-31. ^ NFL.com. "Pittsburgh Steelers Transactions: Week of March 2". Pittsburgh Steelers Transactions. NFL.com. Retrieved on 2008-05-31. ^ Smith, Michael (2008-02-03). "Roethlisberger gets more than $36 million in guarantees in new deal", ESPN. Retrieved on 2008-02-03. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-06-09). "Starks hopes to make big impact", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-06-10. ^ NFL.com (2008-04-21). "Pittsburgh Steelers Transactions". NFL.com. Retrieved on 2008-05-31. ^ a b Sports Xchange (2008-05-30). "Pittsburgh Steelers Strategy and Personnel". Fox Sports (USA). Retrieved on 2008-06-02. ^ Harris, John (2008-07-27). "Steelers facing contract issues", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-07-27. ^ Teresa Varley (2008-04-30). "Roethlisberger gets his wish". Steelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-06-02. ^ "2008 NFL Draft: Bruce Davis". Steelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-06-03. ^ "2008 NFL Draft: Bruce Davis". Steelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-06-03. ^ a b c "Steelers Select Seven Players in 2008 NFL Draft". Steelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-06-03. ^ "2008 NFL Draft: Tony Hills". Steelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-06-03. ^ "2008 NFL Draft: Dennis Dixon". Steelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-06-03. ^ "2008 NFL Draft: Mike Humpal". Steelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-06-03. ^ "2008 NFL Draft: Ryan Mundy". Steelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-06-03. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2007-11-14). "Tomlin vows to shore up deficiencies in kickoff, punt coverage", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-04-02. ^ a b "Director of Football Operations and Coach Mike Tomlin". Steelers.com (2008-04-27). Retrieved on 2008-06-03. ^ Mike Tomlin. (28). Tomlin on Steelers' Draft [Interview]. NFL Network. Retrieved on 2008-06-02. Event occurs at 2:41. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-04-28). "Steelers sign a dozen rookie free agents", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-04-29. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-07-25). "Steelers sign top picks Mendenhall and Sweed", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-07-25. ^ a b Associated Press (2008-05-05). "Steelers hoping Parker, rookie Mendenhall can provide 1-2 punch", NFL.com. Retrieved on 2008-05-31. ^ Scott Brown. Steelers mini-camp. Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 05. Event occurs at 0:04. ^ a b c Walker, James (2008-05-06). "Parker happily showing Mendenhall the Steelers' way", ESPN.com. Retrieved on 2008-06-02. ^ Mike Tomlin. Camp wraps up. Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 05. Event occurs at 0:57. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-06-12). "Holmes pans offseason drills", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-06-12. ^ Scott Brown. (2008). Steelers mini-camp. Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 05. Event occurs at 1:25. ^ a b Bouchette, Ed (2008-06-05). "Two fights develop; it's hockey day for Steelers", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-06-05. ^ a b Varley, Teresa (2008-06-06). "Pleased with their progress", Steelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-06-06. ^ a b Bouchette, Ed (2008-06-13). "Tomlin says no jobs won in spring, without hitting", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-06-13. ^ "Ultimate Standings: Fan Satisfaction Rankings", ESPN The Magazine. ^ "Ultimate Standings: Fan Satisfaction Rankings - NFL", ESPN The Magazine. ^ "ESPN ranks Steelers fans No. 1", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (2008-08-30). Retrieved on
2008-08-30. ^ Mosley, Matt (2008-08-29). "NFL's best fans? We gotta hand it to Steelers (barely)", ESPN.com. Retrieved on 2008-08-30. ^ Varley, Teresa (2008-06-06). "Steelers have plenty of praise for the Penguins", Steelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-06-06. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-05-21). "Steelers Notebook: Big Ben gets Stanley Cup fever", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-05-22. ^ Majors, Dan (2008-06-05). "Penguins' faithful assemble at arena", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-06-06. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-05-22). "Steelers and Pirates supporting Penguins in big way", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-05-22. ^ "Pens Coach Has Big Football Weekend", PittsburghPenguins.com (2008-09-08). Retrieved on 2008-09-08. ^ "Rooney: 'Holmes Will Be Missed By Steelers Family'", KDKA (2008-02-18). Retrieved on 2008-09-06. ^ Gene, Collier (2008-02-28). "Remembering Myron Cope: He spoke for Steelers Nation in a language all his own", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-06-06. ^ Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (2008-06-06). "Former Steeler Dwight White dies", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-06-06. ^ Dulac, Gerry (2008-09-05). "Posthumous tributes", Steelers Notebook: Baker's stock on rise, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-09-06. ^ "Steelers pay tribute to legends", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (2008-09-08). Retrieved on 2008-09-08. ^ Dunlap, Colin (2008-07-16). "Saint Vincent is in top shape for Steelers", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-07-16. ^ Paterra, Paul (2008-07-16). "St. Vincent puts on game-day face for Steelers", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-07-18. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-07-27). "REPORTING DAY: Mike Tomlin heads into his second training camp", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-07-28. ^ "Steelers 2008 Training Camp Information". Steelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-06-13. ^ "2008 Training camp schedule". ESPN.com (2008-06-19). Retrieved on 2008-06-24. ^ Stefano, Dan (2008-06-15). "Summer vacation isn't always a break for Steelers", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-06-16. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-06-05). "'08 camp to be one of shortest", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-06-05. ^ Brown, Scott (2008-06-13). "Tomlin plans less demanding training camp", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-06-13. ^ Harris, John (2008-06-17). "Steelers D-line aging gracefully", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-06-17. ^ Harris, John (2008-06-17). "Expect much from Mendenhall", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-06-17. ^ Brown, Scott (2008-07-28). "Steelers place three on PUP list", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-08-01. ^ Associated Press (2008-08-17). "Steelers’ Polamalu may practice Tuesday", NFL, Yahoo! Sports. Retrieved on 2008-08-19. ^ Brown, Scott (2008-08-18). "Polamalu slated to return to practice", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-08-19. ^ "Steelers' Sepulveda likely lost for the season", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (2008-07-29). Retrieved on 2008-07-30. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-07-30). "Torn ACL in right knee will keep left-footed punter out entire season", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-08-01. ^ "Steelers P Sepulveda out for season", NFL, Yahoo! Sports (2008-07-29). Retrieved on 2008-08-01. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-08-18). "Breaking camp", Steelers Notebook: Old familiar face joins defense, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-08-21. ^ a b c Brown, Scott (2008-08-28). "Steelers nip Panthers with last second field goal", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-08-30. ^ a b Bouchette, Ed (2008-08-29). "It's a Reed-thin margin again", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-08-30. ^ Brown, Scott (2008-08-08). "Steelers win preseason opener", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-08-09. ^ a b "Box Score". Preseason Week One. NFL.com (2008-08-08). Retrieved on 2008-08-09. ^ "Drive Chart". Preseason Week One. NFL.com (2008-08-08). Retrieved on 2008-08-09. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-08-08). "Batch exits Eagles game with fractured collarbone", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-08-09. ^ "Steelers Release 2008 Regular Season Schedule". Steelers.com. Retrieved on
2008-06-13. ^ Harris, John (2008-08-15). "First-team offense plays longer", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-08-19. ^ Brown, Scott (2008-08-15). "Steelers take step back in Toronto", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-08-19. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-08-14). "Steelers fall to Buffalo Bills, 24-21", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-08-19. ^ Harris, John (2008-08-24). "Steelers' defense looks ready to go", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-08-24. ^ Brown, Scott (2008-08-24). "Steelers raise intensity against Vikings", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-08-24. ^ "Steelers sign Leftwich, Culpepper as QB fill-ins", NFL, Sporting News (2008-08-09). Retrieved on 2008-08-10. ^ "Steelers looking at QB Leftwich", NFL, Yahoo! Sports (2008-08-09). Retrieved on 2008-08-09. ^ "NFL GameCenter: Pre-season Week 3". Box Score. NFL.com (2008-08-23). Retrieved on 2008-08-25. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-08-24). "Reed the only kick in offense", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-08-24. ^ Fittipaldo, Ray (2008-08-28). "Tonight last chance for some Steelers", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-08-28. ^ a b Associated Press (2008-08-29). "Reed kicks Steelers past Panthers", NFL.com. Retrieved on 2008-08-30. ^ "NFL GameCenter: Pre-season Week 4". Box Score. NFL.com (2008-08-28). Retrieved on 2008-08-30. ^ Dulac, Gerry (2008-08-31). "Reid, McBean among 22 cut from Steelers roster", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-08-31. ^ Brown, Scott (2008-08-31). "Steelers' Reid, Drummond among final cuts", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-08-31. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-09-01). "Nine join practice squad", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-09-04. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-04-15). "Steelers 2008 schedule announced". Retrieved on 2008-04-15. ^ a b Bouchette, Ed (2008-06-08). "Ed Bouchette on the Steelers: Penguins will learn success has a price", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-06-08. ^ "Steelers, Colts have toughest 2008 schedules". ESPN.com (2008-04-16). Retrieved on 2008-06-13. ^ "Standings". NFL.com (2008-25-03). Retrieved on 2008-03-25. ^ a b Florio, Mike (2008-07-12). "AFC North could produce a sub-.500 champion", NFL, Sporting News. Retrieved on 2008-07-18. ^ "Steelers Release 2008 Regular Season Schedule", PittsburghSteelers.com (2008-04-15). Retrieved on 2008-04-16. ^ "Steelers get maximum number of prime time games", Vindy.com (2008-04-15). Retrieved on 2008-04-18. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-09-02). "Steelers Notebook: Team elects Roethlisberger, Reed to join list of captains", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-09-02. ^ Brown, Scott (2008-09-02). "Roethlisberger among four team captains", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-09-02. ^ The Steelers won the AFC North during the 2002, 2004, and 2007 NFL seasons. ^ Borges, Ron (2008-08-28). "AFC North preview: Anticipating two-horse race", NFL.com. Retrieved on 2008-08-30. ^ "Pittsburgh Steelers (Consensus division finish: 1st)", ESPN.com (2008-08-28). Retrieved on 2008-08-30. ^ Borges, Ron (2008-08-25). "Steelers preview: Face challenge from long-time rival", NFL.com. Retrieved on 2008-08-30. ^ a b "Week One GameCenter". Play-by-play. NFL.com (2008-09-07). Retrieved on 2008-09-08. ^ a b "National Football League Game Summary". Houston Texans At Pittsburgh Steelers. NFL.com (2008-09-07). Retrieved on 2008-09-08. ^ "Willie Parker". Career Stats. NFL.com. Retrieved on 2008-09-08. ^ Bouchette, Ed (2008-09-10). "Steelers' Parker named AFC offensive player of the week", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-09-11. ^ Brown, Scott (2008-09-11). "Parker earns AFC honors", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-09-12. ^ Varley, Teresa (2008-09-12). "Rivalry remains strong", PittsburghSteelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-09-14. ^ Dulac, Gerry (2008-09-12). "Steelers Notebook: Roethlisberger limited in practice, should play", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-09-12. ^ Dulac, Gerry (2008-09-13). "Steelers Notebook: McFadden is likely to start vs. Browns", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-09-13. ^ a b "Week Two GameCenter". Play-by-play. NFL.com (2008-09-14). Retrieved on 2008-09-15. ^ a b "National Football League Game Summary". Pittsburgh Steelers At Cleveland Browns. NFL.com (2008-09-15). Retrieved on 2008-09-15. ^ Associated Press (2008-09-14). "Sore shoulder doesn't bother Roethlisberger; Steelers hold
Browns without a TD", Fast Facts, ESPN.com. Retrieved on 2008-09-15. ^ a b "Week Three GameCenter". Play-by-Play. NFL.com (2008-09-21). Retrieved on 2008-09-23. ^ a b "National Football League Game Summary". Pittsburgh Steelers At Philadelphia Eagles. NFL.com (2008-09-21). Retrieved on 2008-09-23. ^ "Polamalu INT". Sprint Can't Miss Plays. NFL Network (2008-09-21). Retrieved on 2008-09-23. ^ a b Varley,
Teresa (2008-09-23). "Rough outing for Roethlisberger", PittsburghSteelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-09-23. ^ Brown, Scott (2008-09-26). "Arians accepts blame for struggles against Eagles", Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved on 2008-09-26. ^ Dulac, Gerry (2008-09-26). "Arians: I'll take blame for Philadelphia fiasco", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-09-26. ^ Varley, Teresa (2008-09-23). "Parker one of three starters to miss Ravens game", PittsburghSteelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-09-23. ^ Bouchette, Ed. "Steelers Parker, Hampton injured, won't play Monday", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved on 2008-09-23. ^ Associated Press (2008-09-23). "Steelers will be without RB Parker, DT Hampton against rival Ravens", ESPN.com. Retrieved on 2008-09-23. ^ "Authentic Third Jersey". Catalog. PittsburghSteelers.com. Retrieved on 2008-09-04. [show]v • d • ePittsburgh Steelers Formerly known as the Pittsburgh Pirates • Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA The Franchise Franchise • History • Seasons • Coaches • Players • Quarterbacks • Statistics Stadiums Forbes Field • Pitt Stadium • Three Rivers Stadium • Heinz Field Culture Terrible Towel • Rooney Family • Myron Cope • Steeler Nation Lore Immaculate Reception • Steel Curtain • Blitzburgh • The Comeback II • Immaculate Redemption • Browns-Steelers Rivalry • The Steagles • Card-Pitt Head Coaches Douds • DiMelio • Bach • McNally • Kiesling • Bell • Donelli • Kiesling • Leonard • Sutherland • Michelosen • Bach • Kiesling • Parker • Nixon • Austin • Noll • Cowher • Tomlin Division Championships (18) 1972, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1983, 1984, 1992, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2007 Super Bowl Appearances (6) IX • X • XIII • XIV • XXX • XL League Championships (5) 1974 • 1975 • 1978 • 1979 • 2005 Hall of Fame Members Players - Blount • Bradshaw • Dudley • Greene • Ham • Harris • Johnson • Lambert • Layne • Stallworth • Stautner • Swann • Webster Coaches and Administration - Bell • Kiesling • Noll • Art Rooney • Dan Rooney Seasons 1933 • 1934 • 1935 • 1936 • 1937 • 1938 • 1939 • 1940 • 1941 • 1942 • 1943 • 1944 • 1945 • 1946 • 1947 • 1948 • 1949 • 1950 • 1951 • 1952 • 1953 • 1954 • 1955 • 1956 • 1957 • 1958 • 1959 • 1960 • 1961 • 1962 • 1963 • 1964 • 1965 • 1966 • 1967 • 1968 • 1969 • 1970 • 1971 • 1972 • 1973 • 1974 • 1975 • 1976 • 1977 • 1978 • 1979 • 1980 • 1981 • 1982 • 1983 • 1984 • 1985 • 1986 • 1987 • 1988 • 1989 • 1990 • 1991 • 1992 • 1993 • 1994 • 1995 • 1996 • 1997 • 1998 • 1999 • 2000 • 2001 • 2002 • 2003 • 2004 • 2005 • 2006 • 2007 • 2008 Current League Affiliations League: National Football League • Conference: American Football Conference • Division: North Division 2008 NFL season v • d • e AFC East North South West NFC East North South West Buffalo Baltimore Houston Denver Dallas Chicago Atlanta Arizona Miami Cincinnati Indianapolis Kansas City NY Giants Detroit Carolina St. Louis New England Cleveland Jacksonville Oakland Philadelphia Green Bay New Orleans San Francisco NY Jets Pittsburgh Tennessee San Diego Washington Minnesota Tampa Bay Seattle 2008 NFL Draft • NFL Playoffs • Pro Bowl • Super Bowl XLIII Retrieved from "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2008_Pittsburgh_Steelers_season" Categories: Pittsburgh Steelers seasons | 2008 National Football League season by team
