NEWS AND NOTES

--The Steelers are on pace for 64 sacks. That would be great if we were talking about the defense, but unfortunately, they're on pace to allow 64 sacks. [PG]

--The Chargers beat the Jets, 48-29, on MNF last night. Brett Favre gunslung two interceptions (one for a TD) in the loss. [ESPN]

--Cowher Watch: now the Jets fans want him. But he's already going to coach the Chiefs and the Browns! [Scout.com]

--I've been saying that the Steelers need to throw the ball to Willie Parker, and here's a great article in support of that theory. [Post Game Heroes]

--What the heck happened to the Steelers' offensive line? DJ Gallo goes to the Steeler sidelines for some answers. [ESPN.com]

--The Raiders are imploding, and now they're challenging reporters too! With video! [Deadspin]

--A guy in a hockey mask tried to scare some kids in the woods, so they shot him. Oh, Johnstown... [Tribune Democrat]

--The Patriots fans are booing their team, and Ellis Hobbs is not happy. Between this and Randy Moss losing interest, it sounds like all is well. [Shutdown Corner]

--What's wrong with Carson Palmer? [SI]

--WVU fans are already calling for the head of Bill Stewart. Looks like that was a well thought-out hire. [SPORTSbyBROOKS]

--Here's one of the worst football injuries one will ever see in a lifetime. [YouTube]

--NFL's 10 Defensive Players Worth the Price of Admission list includes a Steeler. Is it Nick Eason? [CBS Sports]

--The Steelers will undoubtedly fall in this week's power rankings, but there's always a high place for them in the Ultimate Power Rankings. [ESPN]

--Here's 125 Places to Have a Beer Before You Die. [All About Beer]

--How many Pittsburgh stadiums landed on ESPN's 100 most important sports venues? [ESPN]

--And here's the 5 best old-school stadiums. Where's Mellon Arena? [FanNation]

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