Even after passing for only 21 freaking yards, gaining only 127 in total and losing starting QB Dennis Dixon, the Steeler offense played good enough to win, especially since the Titans decided to hand out seven turnovers. Seven! Jeff Fisher had no choice but to put Kerry Collins in the game to try and spark his offense, but Collins was almost just as horrific. The real trouble for Tennessee was the lack of a running game as Chris Johnson gained a paltry 34 yards. With 3rd QB Dixon out three weeks, Charlie Batch or the newly re-signed Byron Leftwich is the man for the job... until he gets hurt.
Dennis Dixon
20 September 2010
13 September 2010
nal through the air, the Steelers found great balance on offense, throwing 26 times and rushing 31. Dennis Dixon only threw one interception on the day, instilling Mike Tomlin with a bit of confidence in the young quarterback's ability and decision-making. They just need to go 2-2 in these first four games, and Dixon has them halfway to happy hour.
Posted by Joe Anello | No comments yet
28 November 2009
Since back-up Charlie Batch was lost for the season last weekend, Dennis Dixon will get his first career start in the NFL. Unfortunately for him it’s against the Baltimore Ravens defense, which is undoubtedly frothing at the mouth at the prospect of a first-time signal caller. Mike Tomlin will call a run-heavy offense to keep the Raven defenders away from his quarterback and his team in the playoff hunt. I honestly see the Ravens getting this win.
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9 August 2008
Leftwich signs because should Roethlisberger go down, the Steelers will be forced to turn to rookie Dennis Dixon, the team's fifth-round draft choice.
Dixon was 6 of 9 for 30 yards Friday night but is raw. He is coming off a serious knee injury and the Steelers were hoping to bring him along slowly. Batch's injury accelerates Dixon's learning curve.
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