The only way to find a more abrupt turnaround the record crowd at Heinz Field witnessed Sunday would be to check out that little Charles Dickens saga all over TV this week, the one that features the memorable change of heart by Ebenezer Scrooge.
Steelers in the first half? Humbug!
Steelers in the second half? A Merry Christmas!
It had been 18 years since the Steelers had such a comeback in the regular season — with Kordell Stewart at quarterback in 1997 in Baltimore where they trailed, 21-0, and won, 42-34. This one came after the Broncos piled up a 27-10 lead late in the first half, the defense making Brock Osweiler look like the Denver Ghost of Christmas Past, one John Elway.