Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt didn’t mince words following his team’s devastating loss to the Dallas Cowboys.
“We Got Outplayed, Outcoached”
Watt’s frustration was palpable:
“It’s unacceptable. We got outplayed, outcoached. We didn’t execute.”
The Steelers’ defensive leader emphasized:
“We can’t keep making excuses. We need to take responsibility.”
Cowboys’ Dominant Performance
Dallas controlled the game from start to finish, leaving Pittsburgh struggling to keep pace:
“They capitalized on our mistakes,” Watt acknowledged.
Steelers’ Struggling Offense
Pittsburgh’s offense failed to find rhythm:
“We couldn’t sustain drives,” Watt said.
Quarterback Kenny Pickett’s struggles were evident:
“We need to protect Kenny better,” Watt emphasized.
Defense Under Fire
The Steelers’ typically stout defense was exposed:
“We missed tackles, assignments,” Watt admitted.
Watt’s Message to Teammates
T.J. Watt called for unity:
“We need to stick together, believe in each other.”
He urged:
“Learn from mistakes, move forward.”
Coach Mike Tomlin’s Take
Tomlin echoed Watt’s sentiments:
“We didn’t perform well enough.”
Tomlin emphasized:
“Credit Dallas. They executed better.”
Steelers’ Season Outlook
With key games approaching, Pittsburgh must regroup:
“We can’t dwell on this loss,” Watt stressed.
Watt’s message to fans:
“We’ll bounce back. We always do.”
T.J. Watt’s candid comments highlighted the Steelers’ struggles. As Pittsburgh seeks redemption, Watt’s leadership will be crucial.
