New England Patriots at Pittsburgh Steelers 3 to 24
Sunday, December 9, 1990, Week 14The New England Patriots played the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh on Sunday, December 9, 1990, Week 14 of the 1990 season. The Steelers won by a score of 24-3. The Patriots continued their losing streak, now at 11 games. Their last win was on Sunday, September 16, 1990 against the Indianapolis Colts. Defensive Coordinator Charlie Sumner resigned from the Patriots on Thursday, December 13, 1990.
New England Patriots offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 182 | 126 | 56 | 3 | 9 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Rod Rust Offensive Coordinator: Jimmy Raye Defensive Coordinator: Charlie Sumner Quarterbacks Coach: John Polonchek, Jimmy Raye Wide Receivers Coach: Dick Wood Offensive Line Coach: Rod Humenuik Tight Ends Coach: Steve Crosby Offensive Backfield Coach: Bobby Grier Defensive Line Coach: Dale Lindsey Linebackers Coach: Don Blackmon, Steve Nelson Special Teams Coach: Steve Crosby Special Assistant to the Head Coach: John Polonchek Strength and Conditioning Coach: Jerry Simmons Scouting Assistant: Debbie Pollom
Pittsburgh Steelers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 417 | 166 | 251 | 3 | 21 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Chuck Noll Offensive Coordinator: Joe Walton Defensive Coordinator: Dave Brazil Wide Receivers Coach: Dwain Painter Offensive Line Coach: Jack Henry, Ron Blackledge Tight Ends Coach: Jon Kolb Offensive Backfield Coach: Dick Hoak Defensive Line Coach: Joe Greene Linebackers Coach: Bob Valesente Defensive Backs Coach: John Fox Special Teams Coach: George Stewart General Manager: Dick Haley Minority Coaching Fellowship: John Guy