Ad we\u2019ve done in the past, below are the keys and my prediction of the Pittsburgh Steelers winning (or losing) today\u2019s game. Three things that need to happen for the Steelers to end up on the right side of the score, and vice versa, in their Week Two contest against the New England Patriots.<\/p>\n
My Steelers prediction is at the bottom.<\/p>\n
The Steelers Will Win If\u2026
\n1. Defense Contains Drake Maye\u2019s Legs<\/p>\n
There\u2019s no doubt what New England\u2019s offensive game plan<\/a> will look like. Take care of the football. Expect a more conservative offense that leans on their strength. Drake Maye\u2019s legs are a serious threat, and he\u2019ll make good use of them instead of forcing throws that end in interceptions.<\/p>\n Pittsburgh must rush smart. A four-man rush makes it difficult to contain a mobile threat like Maye, and he loves escaping up the middle when the seas part. The Steelers could bring five rushers to plug up gaps, but it\u2019s harder to play zone behind with just six in coverage.<\/p>\n No matter the Steelers\u2019 plan, don\u2019t let Maye crush you with his legs.<\/p>\n 2. Receiver Depth Steps Up<\/p>\n