PREVIEW Steelers vs. Dolphins

When: 1 p.m. SundayTV/radio: KDKA (2), WBBG-FM (106.1)Record vs. spread: Steelers 1-1, Dolphins 1-1Series history: Dolphins lead 11-8. Last meeting: Dolphins beat Steelers 21-0 on Sept. 20, 1998, at Miami.Key matchup: Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger vs. Dolphins pass rush. Roethlisberger, No. 11 pick in draft, makes first NFL start because Tommy Maddox is out with injured elbow. In NFL debut last week against Ravens, he threw for two TDs, but also had two INTs. Miami defense has been dominant against pass, allowing NFL-best 88.5 yards per game. Dolphins have seven sacks in two games. However, teams haven't needed to pass much against Dolphins, who allow 138 yards rushing per game.Streaks, stats and notes: In last week's loss, Dolphins rushed for 25 yards and had no first downs on the ground. Workhorse back Ricky Williams retired right before season while in his prime. Now, Lamar Gordon leads team with 54 yards rushing and 29 players in league have rushed for more than entire Dolphins team (90). ... Steelers WR Hines Ward leads NFL with 250 yards receiving.
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