New England Patriots at Pittsburgh Steelers 6 to 7
Saturday, January 3, 1998, Divisional RoundThe Steelers began their playoff run at home against the New England Patriots on Saturday, January 3, 1998. The Patriots began their playoff run the previous week with a win against the Miami Dolphins. The Steelers won, 7-6, against the Patriots, setting up next week's game against Denver Broncos. The Patriots finished their season 10-6-0 in the regular season, 1-1 in the playoffs.
New England Patriots offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 280 | 244 | 36 | 4 | 15 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Pete Carroll Assistant Head Coach: Carl Smith Offensive Coordinator: Larry Kennan Defensive Coordinator: Steve Sidwell Quarterbacks Coach: Carl Smith Wide Receivers Coach: Steve Walters Offensive Line Coach: Paul T. Boudreau Running Backs Coach: Kirby Wilson Tight Ends Coach: Jeff Davidson Defensive Line Coach: Ray Hamilton, Andre Patterson Linebackers Coach: Mark "Bo" Pelini Defensive Backs Coach: Ron Lynn Defensive Assistant Coach: Andre Patterson Special Teams Coach: Dante Scarnecchia Strength and Conditioning Coach: Johnny Parker Owner: Robert Kraft Regional Scout: Chris Grier
Pittsburgh Steelers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 279 | 134 | 145 | 1 | 16 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Bill Cowher Offensive Coordinator: Chan Gailey Defensive Coordinator: Jim Haslett Special Teams Coordinator: Ron Zook Wide Receivers Coach: David Culley Offensive Line Coach: Kent Stephenson Running Backs Coach: Dick Hoak Tight Ends Coach: Mike Mularkey Defensive Line Coach: John Mitchell Linebackers Coach: Mike Archer Defensive Backs Coach: Tim Lewis Defensive Assistant Coach: Lou Spanos Conditioning Coordinator: Chet Fuhrman General Manager: Tom Donahoe Player Development: Anthony Griggs Player Personnel Assistant: John Wojciechowski Administrative Assistant: Lou Spanos Assistant Athletic Trainer: Rick Burkholder