Depth Perceptions: Pittsburgh Steelers’ Offensive Line

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Published: August 14, 2009

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... win it all, it went just fine thank you very much. With a dominant defense and a capable offense, the Steelers find themselves on the top of the leader board for Super Bowl Championships yet again and remain virtually intact for another run at the title in 2009.

However, one unit that needed to be addressed on that title team was the oft-criticized offensive line.

The Steelers uncharacteristically had problems rushing the ball effectively (23rd in the league in rushing), particularly in goal-line situations, and saw QB Ben Roethlisberger take an inordinate number of sacks (49 in all at the position, fourth most in the league).

While they were able to overcome impact injuries on the line to a few players, it was still in need of some changes heading into this season.

The Steelers decided not to make a play for left tackle Marvel Smith, who was with the team for nine seasons and earned a Pro Bowl berth in 2004; he is now a San Fr...

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