Patriots Vs. Steelers: Bill Belichick Maintains Pass-Happy Ways Against Steelers

As you can see from the above graphic, Patriots coach Bill Belichick tends to favor the pass when playing the Steelers. His offense, like most, isn’t likely to win on the ground, so why bother even trying? Especially when you have Tom Brady as your quarterback.

That didn’t waver greatly on the Patriots first drive, as New England passed the ball six times and ran it once twice in a 70-yard drive that ended with a Rob Gronskowski touchdown catch on a 3rd and 9 in the red zone. Tom Brady was 5-for-6 on the drive for 52 yards.