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Lions-Steelers matchup a stark contrast, as stability meets disarray

Allen Park — The Lions don't play the Pittsburgh Steelers all that often — once every four years — but when the sides meet, it's easy to cast an enviable eye across Lake Erie at the sustained success the opposition has experienced.

Remarkably, it's been 19 years since the Steelers have had a losing season. During that nearly two-decade stretch, they've won eight division championships, made 11 postseason appearances and won the franchise's fifth and sixth Super Bowls.

The Steelers have had just two coaches during that time, Bill Cowher, who stepped down after the 2006 season and Mike Tomlin, who is in his 15th season with the franchise.