During the three-game winning streak at the end of the regular season that secured their spot in the playoffs, the team had adopted a winning formula for success. This recipe involved a strong running game, aggressive downfield passing, and a turnover-free offense leading to points and time of possession advantage. However, in the playoff game against the Bills, the Steelers failed to adhere to this successful formula.
The Bills ultimately ended the Steelers’ playoff run with a victory in a Wild Card Round game that was postponed due to severe weather. During the game, the Steelers’ offense struggled to establish a physical running game and execute successful downfield passing plays, resulting in a significant deficit.
Throughout the game, the Steelers’ offense faced challenges and turnovers, preventing them from following their winning formula. Meanwhile, the Bills’ quarterback, Josh Allen, exploited the weakened Steelers defense to secure a convincing victory.
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