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2008 AFC Championship Game

Troy Polamalu (43) of the Pittsburgh Steelers returns an interception for a touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

Troy Polamalu (43) of the Pittsburgh Steelers returns an interception for a touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward (86) runs the ball past Baltimore Ravens safety Haruki Nakamura (43) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward (86) runs the ball past Baltimore Ravens safety Haruki Nakamura (43) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Troy Polamalu (43) of the Pittsburgh Steelers returns an interception for a touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

Troy Polamalu (43) of the Pittsburgh Steelers returns an interception for a touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Santonio Holmes of the Pittsburgh Steelers raises the Lamar Hunt trophy following a win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

Santonio Holmes of the Pittsburgh Steelers raises the Lamar Hunt trophy following a win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Ben Roethlisberger (7) of the Pittsburgh Steelers speaks to the crowd following a win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

Ben Roethlisberger (7) of the Pittsburgh Steelers speaks to the crowd following a win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Head coach Mike Tomlin of the Pittsburgh Steelers waves to the crowd following a win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

Head coach Mike Tomlin of the Pittsburgh Steelers waves to the crowd following a win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Troy Polamalu (43) and Nick Eason (93) of the Pittsburgh Steelers walk off the field following a win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

Troy Polamalu (43) and Nick Eason (93) of the Pittsburgh Steelers walk off the field following a win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Safety Troy Polamalu #43 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates his touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens during the fourth quarter of the AFC championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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AFC Championship: Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Safety Troy Polamalu #43 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates his touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens during the fourth quarter of the AFC championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

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LaMarr Woodley (56) of the Pittsburgh Steelers waves a towel as he walks off the field following a win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

LaMarr Woodley (56) of the Pittsburgh Steelers waves a towel as he walks off the field following a win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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The Baltimore Ravens defense and Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lines at the line of scrimmage in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

The Baltimore Ravens defense and Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lines at the line of scrimmage in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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An overall view of Heinz Field before the Pittsburgh Steelers play against the Baltimore Ravens in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

An overall view of Heinz Field before the Pittsburgh Steelers play against the Baltimore Ravens in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) warms up before playing the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) warms up before playing the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Head coach Mike Tomlin of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates with the Lamar Hunt AFC Championship trophy after their 23-14 win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
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AFC Championship: Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Head coach Mike Tomlin of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates with the Lamar Hunt AFC Championship trophy after their 23-14 win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

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A Baltimore Ravens fan shows his support before the Ravens play against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

A Baltimore Ravens fan shows his support before the Ravens play against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Willis McGahee #23 of the Baltimore Ravens scores a 1-yard rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
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AFC Championship: Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Willis McGahee #23 of the Baltimore Ravens scores a 1-yard rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

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PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Willis McGahee #23 of the Baltimore Ravens reacts to scoring a 1-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
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AFC Championship: Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Willis McGahee #23 of the Baltimore Ravens reacts to scoring a 1-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

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PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers is sacked by linebacker Terrell Suggs #55 of the Baltimore Ravens during the third quarter of the AFC championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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AFC Championship: Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers is sacked by linebacker Terrell Suggs #55 of the Baltimore Ravens during the third quarter of the AFC championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

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Stadium workers put the final touches on the field paint before the Pittsburgh Steelers play against the Baltimore Ravens at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Stadium workers put the final touches on the field paint before the Pittsburgh Steelers play against the Baltimore Ravens at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Baltimore Ravens center Jason Brown (60), center Chris Chester (65), and guard Ben Grubbs (66) on field before playing the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Baltimore Ravens center Jason Brown (60), center Chris Chester (65), and guard Ben Grubbs (66) on field before playing the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin on field before the Steelers play the Baltimore Ravens at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin on field before the Steelers play the Baltimore Ravens at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Pittsburgh Steelers running back Willie Parker (39) is brought down by the Baltimore Ravens defense in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Willie Parker (39) is brought down by the Baltimore Ravens defense in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) on field before playing the Baltimore Ravens at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) on field before playing the Baltimore Ravens at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) and quarterback Todd Bouman (2) walk out onto the field before playing the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) and quarterback Todd Bouman (2) walk out onto the field before playing the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Members of the Baltimore Ravens gather before playing the Pittsburth Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Members of the Baltimore Ravens gather before playing the Pittsburth Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Baltimore Ravens FB Le'Ron McClain (33) comes out onto the field before playing the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Baltimore Ravens FB Le'Ron McClain (33) comes out onto the field before playing the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Baltimore Ravens running back Willis McGahee (23) runs the ball past Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison (92) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Baltimore Ravens running back Willis McGahee (23) runs the ball past Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison (92) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Deshea Townsend (26) celebrates after intercepting a pass from Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Deshea Townsend (26) celebrates after intercepting a pass from Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Pittsburgh Steelers punter Mitch Berger (17) and Pittsburgh Steelers PK Jeff Reed celebrate after scoring a field goal in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Pittsburgh Steelers punter Mitch Berger (17) and Pittsburgh Steelers PK Jeff Reed celebrate after scoring a field goal in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) rolls out as he is pursued by Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison (92) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) rolls out as he is pursued by Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison (92) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh watches game action against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh watches game action against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) passes against the Baltimore Ravens in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) passes against the Baltimore Ravens in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis (52) and Baltimore Ravens cornerback Frank Walker (41) celebrate after Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) is sacked in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis (52) and Baltimore Ravens cornerback Frank Walker (41) celebrate after Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) is sacked in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis (52) celebrates after the Ravens recover a fumble against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis (52) celebrates after the Ravens recover a fumble against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Baltimore Ravens running back Willis McGahee (23) runs the ball past Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Ike Taylor (24) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Baltimore Ravens running back Willis McGahee (23) runs the ball past Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Ike Taylor (24) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Santonio Holmes (10) runs the ball past Baltimore Ravens cornerback Frank Walker (41) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Santonio Holmes (10) runs the ball past Baltimore Ravens cornerback Frank Walker (41) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Pittsburgh Steelers fans show their support during the first half against the Baltimore Ravens at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Pittsburgh Steelers fans show their support during the first half against the Baltimore Ravens at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Pittsburgh Steelers safety Ryan Clark (25) brings down Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Mark Clayton (89) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Pittsburgh Steelers safety Ryan Clark (25) brings down Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Mark Clayton (89) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) looks to pass as he is pressured by Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Aaron Smith (91) and Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Andre Frazier (54) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) looks to pass as he is pressured by Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Aaron Smith (91) and Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Andre Frazier (54) in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Baltimore Ravens safety Ed Reed (20) calls out a defensive play against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Steelers v Ravens

Baltimore Ravens safety Ed Reed (20) calls out a defensive play against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first half at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh PA, on January 18, 2009.(Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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Willie Parker (39) of the Pittsburgh Steelers runs against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)
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Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

Willie Parker (39) of the Pittsburgh Steelers runs against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship Game at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. on January 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14. (Photo by G. Newman Lowrance/NFL.com)

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PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers addresses the fans as he celebrates their 23-14 win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
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AFC Championship: Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers addresses the fans as he celebrates their 23-14 win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

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PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Head coach Mike Tomlin of the Pittsburgh Steelers receives a Gatorade shower from his players as they celebrate their 23-14 win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
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AFC Championship: Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Head coach Mike Tomlin of the Pittsburgh Steelers receives a Gatorade shower from his players as they celebrate their 23-14 win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

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PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Safety Troy Polamalu #43 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates his touchdown with defensive end Brett Keisel #99, safety Tyrone Carter #23 and linebacker LaMarr Woodley #56 against the Baltimore Ravens during the fourth quarter of the AFC championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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AFC Championship: Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Safety Troy Polamalu #43 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates his touchdown with defensive end Brett Keisel #99, safety Tyrone Carter #23 and linebacker LaMarr Woodley #56 against the Baltimore Ravens during the fourth quarter of the AFC championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

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PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Troy Polamalu #43 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates their 23-14 win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
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AFC Championship: Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Troy Polamalu #43 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates their 23-14 win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

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PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Quarterback Joe Flacco #5 of the Baltimore Ravens walks off the field after a loss 23-14 to the Pittsburgh Steelers during the AFC championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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AFC Championship: Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Quarterback Joe Flacco #5 of the Baltimore Ravens walks off the field after a loss 23-14 to the Pittsburgh Steelers during the AFC championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

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PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: (L-R) Ben Roethlisberger #7 and Hines Ward #86 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrate their 23-14 win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
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AFC Championship: Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: (L-R) Ben Roethlisberger #7 and Hines Ward #86 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrate their 23-14 win against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

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PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers passes the ball off to running back Willie Parker #39 during the AFC championship game against the Baltimore Ravens on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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AFC Championship: Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers passes the ball off to running back Willie Parker #39 during the AFC championship game against the Baltimore Ravens on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

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PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers awaits the snap on offense against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
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AFC Championship: Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers

PITTSBURGH - JANUARY 18: Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers awaits the snap on offense against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Championship game on January 18, 2009 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

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