Like most teams and most fans of those teams, the Steelers Week 7 bye couldn’t have come at a better time.
Why? Because that’s what you’re supposed to say. Nobody wants to think their bye came at the wrong time. Besides, in Pittsburgh’s case, it’s actually true. With all the injuries suffered before and during Sunday night’s victory over the Chargers—including the season-ending pectoral tear sustained by Stephon Tuitt—the Steelers could actually use a break this early in the season.
Also, it would be a really good idea to spend this extra time forging an identity and finding out who is good at what.