This was a wild game! Drew Bledsoe really threw this one away. Kordell had back to back drives with a pick but cleaned his act up & was able to get the W (with some huge help from the D) I love watching the 1997 team. Don’t forget to like and subscribe! The season never ends in Yinzburgh! 🖤💛
@@killalltogepis9916 Killer B’s get a lot of criticism but the defense had aged out by 2013. Building a D is harder than offense in today’s NFL imo. Love Cowher but just like Tomlin, he had his moments of strange calls too
@@jimmyplenderleith9471 also in the 95 game. Lamont Warren had a wide open path on a 3rd down late in the game. Willie Williams came flying in and tackled him by his shoe-laces short of the marker. If he converted it, game over.
@@jimmyplenderleith9471 and people rag on Tomlin about his team's success in the playoffs. Cowher also lost his 1st two playoff games as well. Got blown out in NE in 96. The 94 team was so unprepared for that game vs San Diego it was mind blowing
Just amazing how much you forget over time as an NFL fan. I certainly watched this game, but I had totally forgotten that Pete Carroll used to be the Patriots head coach before Billicheck! Also, I forgot what a freak of nature Levon Kirkland was, so fast for such a big man and so athletic. Man I miss the old slugfests. Holy Cow, those shoulder pads used to be massive! LOL!
Like I said before, love these 90s Steelers teams! Bruener, not only one of the best run blocking TEs ever but had good hands as well. Thanks for sharing.
I remember this game...it was such a special season in Pittsburgh...Kordell was so much fun to watch...the defense was great & of course...THE BUS was rolling !!!
I wonder how many games in Steeler franchise history, they won or lost by 3 or less. Damn they love that drama don't they. lol Wild to see Pete on the NE sidelines and poor Drew... Boy could Dick Enberg call a game too! Ah the good ole days. And don't even get me started on Slash, L'amar who?
The Patriots have been a nemesis for quite a while, and one I really don't like under any circumstances. Even with Brady gone I still can't stand them.
That 1997 team was very clutch. They won 4 games down by 10+ with two overtime victories. They just would not die Stewart made a lot of great throws under duress in this game. It's a shame he struggled so much the next three years, but I place the blame mostly on the fact that Chan Gailey left and they tried to make Stewart a pocket passer.
all because Cowherd called a lousy game. when the steelers were easily driving the ball down the field, suddenly, Coward decides to change the game plan...what was working brilliantly. He was like Tomlin...one and done
If they would have kept an O/C for Kordell Sterwart for More than 1-2 Seasons, Kordell would've been the Perfect Bridge to Big Ben. No Slight to Tommy Maddox, but Kordell/ Slash could do It ALL WELL !
@@dutchyboy66 I think you're right about that. His wheels were great but if you look at that pass he throws down the middle to Charles Johnson you can see that he also had a cannon for a right arm. And for obscure trivia people he is still one of only 2 players in NFL history to have an 80+ yard touchdown pass, an 80+ yard touchdown reception, and an 80+ yard touchdown run 🙂 (I believe Frank Gifford is the other one)
@@jasondebritto9897 I agree that it hasn't been a strength (still trying to replace the irreplaceable Ryan Shazier) but even so the overall linebacker group has been good. If we could find another Timmons/Farrior type tandem on the inside that would be a legendary quartet of starting LBs 🙂
Great to see this game again. I hope the original tapes of these games are preserved somewhere by the NFL. I would love to see it remastered. I remember buying Season Wrap Up VHS taps for a couple of seasons from the Steeler Store 15+ years ago.
@@tacey01 It was forward. In relation to him he tossed it backwards, but he was running. He let go of it on the 16 and it was caught on the 15. Honestly, I think most refs miss that call live. It was an outstanding call by the ref here.
One of the most shocking plays I'd seen in my life at that point. Like everyone, I was thinking it was either a loss, or we'd have to drive the whole field. An interception? On a screen?? It was Kevin Henry???
Hawkins had such a quietly solid season in 1997. Especially with CJ being in and out of the line up at times. Dude was one of the unsung heores of that season.
The first year after Pittsburgh got away from the block lettering & numbers. Completely forgot the nameplate was briefly a black surname on a white jersey.
From 1970-99 Pittsburgh played in New England a total of 4 times, 3 regular season games(1974, 1979, 1997), and one playoff game (1996). New England had played 12 times in Pittsburgh...11 in the regular season(1970, 76, 81-83, 86, 89-91, 93, 95, 98), once in the playoffs (1997). Since 2001, Pittsburgh has played 7 times in New England: 6 times in regular season (2002, 07, 08, 13, 15, 19), once in the playoffs (2016). New England has played in Pittsburgh in that same time frame 10 times...8 times in regular season(2004, 05, 2010, 16, 17, 18, 22), twice in the playoffs (2001, 04)
One thing people need to realize is that it doesn't matter how many points you score a wins a win. With Pittsburgh we never make it look easy but we get shit done and thats all that matters getting it done. #HereWeGo
Never understood why they drafted Neil O'Donnell. Steelers broke my heart when they lost The Superbowl against The Cowgirls!!! As soon as he threw the first Int I would have pulled him. And, put in Stewart. That Steelers team should have won at least one Superbowl.
This was a wild game! Drew Bledsoe really threw this one away. Kordell had back to back drives with a pick but cleaned his act up & was able to get the W (with some huge help from the D) I love watching the 1997 team.
Don’t forget to like and subscribe! The season never ends in Yinzburgh! 🖤💛
@@jimmyplenderleith9471 surprisingly (to me anyways) is that Bill Cowher in his book called the 1997 team the best one in his 15 years in Pittsburgh.
@@jimmyplenderleith9471 agreed! Honestly I’m more bothered the Steelers didn’t win a Super Bowl in the 1990s then the 2010s with the Killer B’s.
@@killalltogepis9916 Killer B’s get a lot of criticism but the defense had aged out by 2013. Building a D is harder than offense in today’s NFL imo. Love Cowher but just like Tomlin, he had his moments of strange calls too
@@jimmyplenderleith9471 also in the 95 game. Lamont Warren had a wide open path on a 3rd down late in the game. Willie Williams came flying in and tackled him by his shoe-laces short of the marker. If he converted it, game over.
@@jimmyplenderleith9471 and people rag on Tomlin about his team's success in the playoffs. Cowher also lost his 1st two playoff games as well. Got blown out in NE in 96. The 94 team was so unprepared for that game vs San Diego it was mind blowing
Just amazing how much you forget over time as an NFL fan. I certainly watched this game, but I had totally forgotten that Pete Carroll used to be the Patriots head coach before Billicheck! Also, I forgot what a freak of nature Levon Kirkland was, so fast for such a big man and so athletic. Man I miss the old slugfests. Holy Cow, those shoulder pads used to be massive! LOL!
Like I said before, love these 90s Steelers teams! Bruener, not only one of the best run blocking TEs ever but had good hands as well. Thanks for sharing.
Loved me some Slash! RIP Charles Johnson.
I remember this game...it was such a special season in Pittsburgh...Kordell was so much fun to watch...the defense was great & of course...THE BUS was rolling !!!
I wonder how many games in Steeler franchise history, they won or lost by 3 or less. Damn they love that drama don't they. lol Wild to see Pete on the NE sidelines and poor Drew... Boy could Dick Enberg call a game too! Ah the good ole days. And don't even get me started on Slash, L'amar who?
The Patriots have been a nemesis for quite a while, and one I really don't like under any circumstances. Even with Brady gone I still can't stand them.
Before Brady, the Steelers had their number. Led the series 12-5 counting the post season. Hoping it reverts back to that going forward lol.
AMEN!!! 😂😂😂🎉
@EdmacZ • since 2001 AFC Championship Game
If it wasn't for him,our steelers would've won at least 2 more super bowls
Actually Cheating has been the Patriots Benefits.. 😂
That 1997 team was very clutch. They won 4 games down by 10+ with two overtime victories. They just would not die
Stewart made a lot of great throws under duress in this game. It's a shame he struggled so much the next three years, but I place the blame mostly on the fact that Chan Gailey left and they tried to make Stewart a pocket passer.
I think that the 97 team is one of the more underrated Steeler teams of all time. They almost got to the Super Bowl
He was built for the current nfl!
Always loved Dick Enberg. Might be my favorite all-time football announcer.
@Joe Heid, I miss listening to him & Merlin Olsen!
@@brianbyers5400 Honestly? Might be my all-time favorite announcing duo ever. Spot on.
Nfl gameday 99
We lost the championship game to what they call a legendary Bronco team led by Elway we lost by 3! And Stewart had 4 interceptions two in the end zone
Don't get me started on that game 😭🤬😫
all because Cowherd called a lousy game. when the steelers were easily driving the ball down the field, suddenly, Coward decides to change the game plan...what was working brilliantly. He was like Tomlin...one and done
@@jimmyplenderleith9471 That was Cowher's loss...not Kordell...you just cannot see it !!!
@@jimmyplenderleith9471I forgot about that one
Three OCs in six years really hurt Stewart.
Yup. Chan Gailey leaving especially hurt him, he was the one who maximized Kordell's skills the best.
Man, I absolutely LOVED watching Kordell play. Also have the Steelers ever had just a mediocre linebacker group?
If they would have kept an O/C for Kordell Sterwart for More than 1-2 Seasons, Kordell would've been the Perfect Bridge to Big Ben. No Slight to Tommy Maddox, but Kordell/ Slash could do It ALL WELL !
@@dutchyboy66 I think you're right about that. His wheels were great but if you look at that pass he throws down the middle to Charles Johnson you can see that he also had a cannon for a right arm. And for obscure trivia people he is still one of only 2 players in NFL history to have an 80+ yard touchdown pass, an 80+ yard touchdown reception, and an 80+ yard touchdown run 🙂 (I believe Frank Gifford is the other one)
Hey these past couple of seasons the middle lb corp has been lacking
@@jasondebritto9897 I agree that it hasn't been a strength (still trying to replace the irreplaceable Ryan Shazier) but even so the overall linebacker group has been good. If we could find another Timmons/Farrior type tandem on the inside that would be a legendary quartet of starting LBs 🙂
Since James Farrior Retired, YES !
Great to see this game again. I hope the original tapes of these games are preserved somewhere by the NFL. I would love to see it remastered. I remember buying Season Wrap Up VHS taps for a couple of seasons from the Steeler Store 15+ years ago.
Kevin Henry making that INT is still arguably the most unlikely play of the last 40 years
From what I could tell, that lateral was not forward!
I would have to say Harrison's adventuresome pick 6 in the SB, but yes, this was right up there.
@@tacey01 It was forward. In relation to him he tossed it backwards, but he was running. He let go of it on the 16 and it was caught on the 15. Honestly, I think most refs miss that call live. It was an outstanding call by the ref here.
One of the most shocking plays I'd seen in my life at that point. Like everyone, I was thinking it was either a loss, or we'd have to drive the whole field. An interception? On a screen?? It was Kevin Henry???
#96 for Pittsburgh is former Patriots linebacker and current Titans Head Coach Mike Vrabel
I remember this game Yes watched it live awesome
Great video ALWAYS love seeing us beat them 💪🏾🏈(pure hatred won't allow me to say that team's name)
kordell was different we should have started him in the cowboy superbowl
He could play in the current era as well as anyone including mahomes
Honestly no, I think Neil was our best bet sadly. Kordell was god awful in postseason.
@#steelersnation • you really believe Steward was more ready over Tomczak in 1995?
@@killalltogepis9916 The entire offense was awful in the 1997 playoffs
Man that was a helluva game GO STEELERS
Mark Bruener: clutch
That was so not a forward lateral
Hawkins had such a quietly solid season in 1997. Especially with CJ being in and out of the line up at times. Dude was one of the unsung heores of that season.
The first year after Pittsburgh got away from the block lettering & numbers. Completely forgot the nameplate was briefly a black surname on a white jersey.
From 1970-99 Pittsburgh played in New England a total of 4 times, 3 regular season games(1974, 1979, 1997), and one playoff game (1996). New England had played 12 times in Pittsburgh...11 in the regular season(1970, 76, 81-83, 86, 89-91, 93, 95, 98), once in the playoffs (1997).
Since 2001, Pittsburgh has played 7 times in New England: 6 times in regular season (2002, 07, 08, 13, 15, 19), once in the playoffs (2016).
New England has played in Pittsburgh in that same time frame 10 times...8 times in regular season(2004, 05, 2010, 16, 17, 18, 22), twice in the playoffs (2001, 04)
Loved this game
yancy thigpen saved that game
One thing people need to realize is that it doesn't matter how many points you score a wins a win. With Pittsburgh we never make it look easy but we get shit done and thats all that matters getting it done. #HereWeGo
I miss hearing Dick Enberg! Oh my!
I remember this game I think this was a Saturday game
This was a Saturday game....i remember it well.
The late game on Saturday. They only had 1 & 4 pm games on Saturday back then.
Imagine if Derek Henry wore pads like that.
A transformer
Slash!!!
I would have loved kordells performance here was swapped with his afc championship game against the patriots a few years later.
Never understood why they drafted Neil O'Donnell. Steelers broke my heart when they lost The Superbowl against The Cowgirls!!! As soon as he threw the first Int I would have pulled him. And, put in Stewart. That Steelers team should have won at least one Superbowl.
@fade black • Stewart wasn't ready in 1995 to play quarterback in the NFL. They should've stuck with the running game
KORDELL STEWART BAY BAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
the steelers haven't clinched the afc central yet. They can't lose by 65 points next week to win the division 😅
I'm am glad he is not Pittsburgh Steelers anymore.
Faneca Dawson J.Jackson great Oline
Kordell could have been great he was just too emotional when things would go wrong I actually seen crying on the sidelines of a game
shitzburgh squeelers
Howard Stern fan in 2023
Look we have a comedian,
Steelers could of went to a lot of SB
If not for the Brady bunch