Steelers vs Rams: 3 Key matchups to watch in week 10

With the first half of the season behind them, the Steelers still have a lot of work ahead of them at 4-4. The defending NFC Champions come in fresh off of a bye and look to cease the Steelers winning streak.

WHOA! I FEEL GOOD! That’s how I felt after Vinatieri sailed it wide left! What a relief. With that, the Steelers move onto 4-4, which is a milestone considering the losses of personnel suffered this year. There’s not much time to celebrate, however. The 5-3 LA Rams come in rested and ready.

This is a game that will test the Steelers’ skill, mentality, and resolve. Looking at the second half of the season, it is probably the second toughest battle (behind the Ravens.)

A victory this week and many more will be crucial as the AFC North gap widens. The Steelers will have to win out to even think about a postseason run.

This matchup will feature some juicy battles inside the hashes to the sidelines. The Rams present a balanced team with a top 10 offense and top 15 defense. However, this is a game the Steelers can win.

With so many elements and necessities for the Steelers, it’s hard to narrow down three matchups.

The Steelers have an offense that is still finding its feet while the defense has learned to run away with the games. It will be a chess match between Tomlin and McVay, their defensive and offensive unit, respectively.

Alas, here are three matchups that ultimately could decide the game…