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Steelers' run game could make difference against Patriots in AFC title game

Pittsburgh Steelers reporter Jeremy Fowler and New England Patriots reporter Mike Reiss take an in-depth look at Sunday's AFC Championship Game matchup.

PITTSBURGH STEELERS

Record: 11-5 regular season, 2-0 playoffs

First place, AFC North

The Steelers have officially turned back the clock. After two seasons defined by Ben Roethlisberger's high-volume passing attack, Pittsburgh is winning with the running game and defense combined with timely throws from Big Ben. The offensive line and running back Le'Veon Bell are choreographing chunk yardage at relative ease.