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5 reasons for optimism after Steelers' Week 6 win against the Las Vegas Raiders

andrew vasquez
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Oct 13, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin salutes the crowd after the Steelers defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 32-13 at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
Oct 13, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin salutes the crowd after the Steelers defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 32-13 at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

The Pittsburgh Steelers have stopped the two-game losing streak, improving their record to 4-2 on the season. Here are 5 reasons for optimism after the win over the Las Vegas Raiders:

1. Najee Harris' revival in Week 6:

Oct 13, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) is pushed out of bounds by Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Jack Jones (18) during the third quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
Oct 13, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) is pushed out of bounds by Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Jack Jones (18) during the third quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

As predicted, the Steelers took advantage of an injured Las Vegas defensive front. Harris put the rushing attack on his back, rushing for over 100 yards in the contest.

2. DeShon Elliott is playing out of this world:

DENVER, COLORADO - SEPTEMBER 15: DeShon Elliott #25 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts after beating the Denver Broncos 13-6 at Empower Field At Mile High on September 15, 2024 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
DENVER, COLORADO - SEPTEMBER 15: DeShon Elliott #25 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts after beating the Denver Broncos 13-6 at Empower Field At Mile High on September 15, 2024 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

DeShon Elliott is the most underrated free-agent acquisition any NFL team made in the 2024 offseason. Elliott can do it all and do it well—stopping the run, rushing the passer, creating turnovers, breaking up passes, covering in man, the list goes on.

3. Chris Boswell continues to be elite:

Oct 2, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers kicker Chris Boswell (9) celebrates making a 59 yard field goal against the New York Jets to close the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 2, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers kicker Chris Boswell (9) celebrates making a 59 yard field goal against the New York Jets to close the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports

Boswell is putting together what many would consider a legendary season. He’s currently in the top 3 for field goals made and total percentage.

4. T.J. Watt shows no signs of aging or regression:

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 13: T.J. Watt #90 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts after a play in the fourth quarter of a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 13, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images)
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 13: T.J. Watt #90 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts after a play in the fourth quarter of a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 13, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images)

Now in his eighth season at 30 years old, many expected Watt to take a step back. However, he’s playing lights-out football and could be putting together another D.P.O.Y campaign in 2024.

5. The offense finally scored over 30 points:

Sep 22, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith observes warm ups before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Sep 22, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith observes warm ups before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

A rare feat as of late—one that only former QB Mason Rudolph had accomplished for the Steelers in recent years—the team scored over 30 points in their win over Las Vegas. Could this be a sign of things to come?

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