J.J. Watt Defends Steelers Against Orlovsky Critique

Dan Orlovsky, a former NFL quarterback and ESPN analyst, sparked controversy by claiming the Pittsburgh Steelers are not Super Bowl contenders, arguing they cannot beat elite quarterbacks by relying solely on field goals. His comments came after the Steelers defeated the Baltimore Ravens, led by Lamar Jackson, using only field goals. J.J. Watt, a current CBS analyst and brother of Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt, strongly criticized Orlovsky's take, highlighting the contradiction of Orlovsky's assessment given the recent game results. Watt's response emphasized that judging the Steelers based on their ability to win with field goals was misguided, especially after they successfully did so against Jackson's team. The debate reflects ongoing skepticism about the Steelers' playoff viability despite their solid 8-3 record, as they currently hold a playoff position in the AFC. Orlovsky's critiques of the Steelers have drawn attention due to his own infamous on-field mistakes, including running out of the back of the end zone during his playing career.