Steelers Power Rankings: Week 11

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Nov 13, 2016; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence (90) and linebacker Justin Durant (56) sack Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) during the second half of their game at Heinz Field. The Cowboys won the game, 35-30. Mandatory Credit: Jason Bridge-USA TODAY Sports /

Author’s Opinion: No. 16

Last Week: No. 12

While I could easily argue why the Steelers should stay at No. 12 or even go up, wins and losses are all that matter. It could easily be argued that Pittsburgh should be even lower than No. 16, but they did display a lot of potential against Dallas and that cannot go ignored.

Pittsburgh has really been disappointing this season. They started off great and have just completely sunk. Luckily, both the Bengals and even Ravens are struggling so the AFC North is still very much competitive (Minus the poor Browns).

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Cameron Heyward’s absence cannot go ignored, and with the lack of depth on the defensive line, it could become an issue. He was the team’s sack leader and made a huge impact on the run game which could present issues for the team. In the end, it’s all about Next Man Up and the defense will have to weather the storm.

There is still hope, but with every loss, that level of hope is shrinking.

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