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Steelers dominate Patriots

By Mike Prisuta, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
November 30, 2008
The Steelers had their problems holding onto the ball in the early going Sunday afternoon at Gillette Stadium, but it was the Patriots who dropped it late.

Steelers 'D' steps up in honor of LeBeau

By The Associated Press, Seattlepi.com
November 20, 2008
The Steelers honored defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau with a pregame ceremony for his 50 years as an NFL coach and player. His league-best defense found the best possible way to pay tribute to him.

Sudden Impact: Steelers LB Lamarr Woodley Ignites a New Black-and-Gold Rush

By Charles Curtis, ESPN The Magazine
November 03, 2008
Sometimes good isn't good enough. Going into last season's playoffs, the Steelers boasted the NFL's top-rated defense (266.4 yards per game).

Steelers LBs NFL's most dangerous unit

By James Walker, ESPN.com
November 02, 2008
Their ages range from 24 to 33.  They were pieced together via free agency and through the draft.  Yet, despite their varying paths to the NFL, they have become the league's most cohesive and dangerous unit.

The Second-Year Surge

By Chris Sprow, ESPN The Magazine
October 31, 2008
What is it about the second year? No, we're not discussing walking and preternatural potty-training skills. It's the NFL, and it involves the art of pass-rushing. 

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