Pittsburgh Steelers Lose To New York Jets: Special Teams Make Difference

December 20, 2010   ·   Charles Howe   ·   Jump to comments

The New York Jets ran the opening kickoff back for a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field. This proved to be one of the key plays in the Jets' 22-17 victory over the Steelers.
However, this play wasn't the only crucial play on special teams in the game. The Jets kept pinning Pittsburgh deep in its own territory, including on a punt downed at the Pittsburgh 3-yard line with just under three minutes to play. On the first play the following the punt the Steelers surrendered a safety.
The Steelers defense forced the Jets into a three-and-out following the free kick. However, the Jets were able to down another punt inside the Steelers' 10-yard line. It looked to be a much shorter kick, but the ball took a very favorable bounce for the Jets and rolled to the Steelers 8.
Looking at the box score, the stats would lead you to believe the Steelers won the game. They enjoyed a 2:36 advantage in time of possession over the Jets. The Steelers outgained the Jets on...

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