Coaching: A-
The Ravens came out with five and six defensive backs and dared Pittsburgh to run the ball. The Steelers obliged, and got away from their passing game. Defensively, Pittsburgh had no answers for the...
View ArticleSpecials teams: B
Justin Tucker connected on field goals of 37 and 50 yards. Sam Koch didn't have a strong game punting, but did land two inside the 20. The Ravens averaged 29 yards on two kickoff returns, but got...
View ArticleSecondary: A-
For this group to slow down the Steelers is a near-miracle. Pittsburgh had just 215 yards passing. The Ravens did a good job of tackling and were able to cover Pittsburgh's quick screens. The Steelers...
View ArticleLinebackers: B
Outside linebacker Courtney Upshaw almost had the dumb play of the game, but he always plays well against the Steelers. He finished with five tackles, including one sack. Inside linebackers Daryl...
View ArticleDefensive line: C+
The Ravens gave up too much yardage early in the game and Timmy Jernigan and Brent Urban couldn't get off blocks. The Steelers also double-teamed nose tackle Brandon Williams in the first half. But...
View ArticleOffensive line: B
When he is on, there are few linemen more intimidating than left tackle Kelechi Osemele. He finishes blocks as well as any lineman in the NFL. Right guard Marshal Yanda turned in a dominating...
View ArticleReceivers: C+
The Ravens finally had a receiver other than Kamar Aiken make a big play in the end zone when Chris Matthews caught an 8-yard touchdown. Aiken had eight catches for 66 yards and played the fourth...
View ArticleRunning backs: B+
Buck Allen showed little difficulty in shaking off being benched last week. He averaged 4.4 yards a carry and made some nice cutback runs. He appeared to get stronger as the game went on. Backup...
View ArticleQuarterback: A-
Though he had little time to learn the offense, Ryan Mallett appeared in total control. He made some tough throws into tight windows, not just back-shoulder throws like those the Ravens have used in...
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