The Steelers only rushed for 36 yards against the Titans. Nevertheless, they found a way to escape Thursday night's game with a 13-10 victory over the Titans.
The Steelers only averaged 1.6 yards a carry, with the longest rushing play of the night going for eight yards. Willie Parker led the Steelers with 19 rushing yards on 13 carries. Mewelde Moore had five rushes for eight yards, Rashard Mendenhall rushed four times for six yards, and Big Ben rushed once for three yards.
Overall, It was a less than impressive performance from the Steelers. Most of Pittsburgh's offense came through the air, with Ben Roethlisberger attempting 43 passes.
The Titans defense really stepped up on Thursday night to stop the Steelers' vaunted rushing attack. Tennessee didn't do it alone, though. They had some h ...
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Steelers-Titans: Running Game Stalled, But Steelers Still Win.
Posted: 11th September 2009 by Michael Sterling in NFLComments Off on Steelers-Titans: Running Game Stalled, But Steelers Still Win.