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Denver Broncos: Keys to Victory Over Steelers

By Jonathan Savitske

Dec 20, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Denver Broncos running back Ronnie Hillman (23) runs the ball as Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Ross Cockrell (31) chases during the fourth quarter at Heinz Field. The Steelers won 34-27. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 20, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Denver Broncos running back Ronnie Hillman (23) runs the ball as Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Ross Cockrell (31) chases during the fourth quarter at Heinz Field. The Steelers won 34-27. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 3, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) rushes pas San Diego Chargers tackle Joe Barksdale (72) during the second half against the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The Broncos won 27-20. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 3, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) rushes pas San Diego Chargers tackle Joe Barksdale (72) during the second half against the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The Broncos won 27-20. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports /

BRONCOS MUST PLAY AS IF STEELERS ARE AT FULL-STRENGTH

Despite the fact that the Pittsburgh Steelers are banged-up and the Denver Broncos have had the last two weeks off, they cannot grow complacent. It is easy to become overconfident, especially without Antonio Brown and DeAngelo Williams on the field for the Steelers. Though Ben Roethlisberger is playing hurt, his playoff pedigree and experience will come into play.

The Denver Broncos must play to their strengths — as they have done all season. The defense must play with the same intensity and not get caught up looking ahead to next week. On any given Sunday, the unexpected can occur; and though it seems that the Denver Broncos hold a significant advantage over the Steelers in this game, don’t be mistaken.

Next: Denver Broncos Must Take Advantage of Banged-Up Steelers

If the Broncos play smart, they have an excellent shot at hosting the AFC title game next week. But if they get ahead of themselves, this game could turn out closer than we all thought.

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