""We definitely had a chip on our shoulder," edge rusher T.J. Watt said. "Mike T last night gave a speech on the importance of the Rooney family here in Ireland and Mr. Rooney, his ambassadorship here and how important this game means to their family. We take a lot of pride in that, and to be able to go out there and play Steeler football was huge.""
""I know he's smiling at us today," Tomlin said of the former ambassador. "It's just an honor to fulfill his vision, to bring NFL football to Dublin.""
Coach Mike Tomlin delivered an emotional speech about Dan M. Rooney the night before the Steelers' first regular-season NFL game in Dublin. The Steelers held on for a 24-21 win against the Vikings in Ireland, with the contest designated as a Steelers home game and nearly 75,000 mostly Steelers fans in attendance. Pittsburgh's defense recorded six sacks, two interceptions, 14 quarterback hits and 10 tackles for loss, and a deflected pass by safety DeShon Elliott sealed the victory in the final seconds. Players said they felt a chip on their shoulder and took pride in honoring Rooney's ambassadorship and legacy by bringing NFL football to Dublin. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers called the atmosphere outstanding.
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