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Dominant. Suffocating. Smothering. There are no better words to describe what the Houston Texans' defense did last night. In a performance that reminded many of the legendary 2000 Baltimore Ravens, the Texans didn't just win—they humiliated their opponents.
1. A Defensive Masterclass (The Stats)
The numbers from last night are staggering. By the metrics of Defensive EPA (Expected Points Added), this was the best defensive showing in a playoff game since 2005.
3.1 Yards per Play: Pittsburgh’s offense was held to a crawl.
Outscored by Defense: Houston’s defense actually scored more touchdowns (2) than the Pittsburgh offense managed in field goals (2).
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2. The Steelers' Uncertain Future
With Mike Tomlin officially stepping down, all eyes are now on veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers. As a free agent, Rodgers hinted at his uncertain future: "I’ll have options, maybe one or two, if I still want to play." The Steelers are now entering a total rebuild phase.
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4. The Coaching Carousel
The hunt for the next great head coach is on. From "retreads" like the potential Pete Carroll move to "rookies" coming out of the Sean McVay coaching tree, the NFL hiring cycle is in full swing. Teams are looking for the next genius who can replicate the Texans' sudden rise to dominance.
Disclaimer: The analysis above is based on current NFL statistics and playoff lines. Always check for the latest injury reports before the games.
