Between the Lines : Pittsburg passing vs. Dallas defense
The Steelers evolved from a run-oriented offense to a wide-open passing game this season, with a corps of virtual unknowns leading the way. Yancey Thigpen, a castoff of the San Diego Chargers, led the way with a breakthrough season. On the other side, Dallas spent $35 million to corral the game’s top coverage cornerback in Deion Sanders.
PITTSBURG’S TOP 3 RECEIVERS *--*
Yancey Thigpen Andre Hastings Ernie Mills Receptions: 85 48 39 Yards: 1,307 502 679 Average: 15.4 10.5 17.4 Touchdowns: 5 1 8
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PASSING TOTALS (REGULAR SEASON) *--*
Pittsburg offense Dallas offense Receptions 348 293 Yards 4,093 3,272 Avg. 255.6 204.5 Touchdowns 21 17
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