Keys and questions for MNF
Joe Theismann takes a look at the MNF matchup, breaking down the keys for the Jaguars and Steelers.
Updated: September 18, 2006, 12:12 PM ET
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Joe Theismann | ESPN Insider
Is it Monday yet?
Yes it is and that means another great game on tap. This week it's the Pittsburgh Steelers versus the Jacksonville Jaguars in a game that could go a long way toward getting the Jaguars the respect they deserve and rarely receive.
Last week Jacksonville proved something to the league by coming from behind to defeat a good Dallas Cowboys team. People forget that the Jaguars were 12-4 last season and had one of the best records in the league. That record wasn't a fluke at all. They possess a great running back (Fred Taylor), a very good young quarterback (Byron Leftwich) and a defense that can stop the run and pass.
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Former college and pro football star Joe Theismann has served as an analyst for ESPN's Sunday Night Football since 1988. He also is frequently heard on ESPN Radio, regularly contributes to ESPN.com and has contributed to the NFL Draft.
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