Steelers vs Patriots: Big storylines in Week Two

The Pittsburgh Steelers faced off against the New England Patriots in Week Two, following a Week One victory over the Atlanta Falcons. The Patriots, who suffered a setback by losing star wide receiver A.J. Brown, will be relying heavily on quarterback Drake Maye, who failed to perform as expected last week. Steelers fans are eagerly awaiting to see rookie Germie Bernard, who has been sidelined since being surpassed by Roman Wilson for the No. 3 receiver spot.

Bernard's potential role in the passing game will be a key storyline in this matchup. Additionally, the Steelers' run game encountered challenges in Week One due to Rico Dowdle's struggles and Jaylen Warren's inability to maintain consistency. It remains to be seen if Warren can bounce back and deliver a strong performance. Wide receiver DK Metcalf, who had a rough start to the season marred by drops and penalties, will need to step up in a significant manner for the Steelers to maintain their offensive momentum.

Lastly, the Steelers' formidable pass rush, led by T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith, will be crucial in disrupting the Patriots' offense, particularly following their dominant performance against the Falcons.