Defense steps up a notch as the Steelers sweep the Vikings of their Feet... Posted by DieHardFans | at 12:42 AM

Steelers defense storms past Vikings to steal a convincing win!

It may have been a long time coming, but the infamous Steelers defense, and their trade mark big-play, has finally paid off. The side came out victors on Sunday afternoon, after a hard fought game in Heinz Field.



They cruised back to form, stopping the Vikings in their tracks with a pair of huge fourth quarter plays in a 27-17 win to move to 5-2. It was the first time since 1998 that the defense had scored two TD’s in a game. The points were crucial, as the first made it 20-10, whilst the second sealed the win to make it 27-17. Favre threw an important pass that Chester Taylor couldn’t contain. It bounced off his face and shoulder pads, falling directly into the Pittsburgh Steelers laps. Before they were unable to say “we’re still undefeated” the game was over.

They achieved not one, but two defensive touchdowns in the last six minutes! The Minnesota Vikings made up important yards, and controlled the time of possession. However, it was those key plays that proved to be the final nail in an imminent coffin for the Vikings. They have certainly improved their pass rush defense and secondary play and it is certainly safe to say that the offensive balance between Favre’s vertical passing attack and Peterson’s ground game is bang on!

However, the critics have been out in full force of late, many accusing the Vikings of giving up throwing away important touchdowns. The Vikings don’t appear to be lacking in discipline on the training pitch, but the results appear to be disagree.

They may well be looking at the blip as a blessing in disguise. It is the difference between being good, and being elite. With a little more concentration and hard work, the boys may still pull through this season!