The Steelers and the Dolphins have been at it for 51 years, and it’s always a great matchup. The rivalry dates back to 1971 and started off with the Dolphins winning the first three games, and the Steelers the next three. From 1981-1987, the mammals took five straight, but Pittsburgh eon five straight of their own from 2004-2010, and have won the last two chapters in the series. This week, BTSC takes a look at the more memorable games that took place between the Dolphins and Steelers.
Here’s a brief tale of the tape:
Points: Points: Dolphins 583, Steelers 572
Wins: Steelers 15, Dolphins 13
Home Record: Steelers 9-4, Dolphins 9-6
Shutouts: 2 - Dolphins 21, Steelers 0 (9/20/1998), Steelers 3, Dolphins 0 (11/26/2007)
Biggest Win Margin: Dolphins 34, Steelers 7 (10/7/1984)
Closest Win Margin: Steelers 23, Dolphins 22 (10/24/2010), Steelers 21, Dolphins 20 (12/13/1993)
Overtime Games: 1 - Steelers 16, Dolphins 13 (11/20/1994)
Postseason Record: Steelers 2, Dolphins 2
The renaissance of the Pittsburgh Steelers began a week before with a little-known play called the Immaculate Reception.