Analysis: Steelers fans should brace for the worst in 2019

The Pittsburgh Steelers are, barring a couple of miracles, set to enter the 2019 season without two of their biggest stars. Despite what some might say, these losses have a chance to set the organization back. The big picture: Running back Le’Veon Bell is set to hit the open market, and wide receiver Antonio Brown is likely to be traded. Offensive lineman Ramon Foster could also leave in free agency, and QB Ben Roethlisberger could be due for a steep decline in production. What the Steelers are missing: Despite some young, talented players set to take on larger roles, it would be foolish to think losing Bell and Brown won’t be a huge blow. In just 62 career games, Bell has racked up 7,996 yards and 42 touchdowns from scrimmage. Incredibly, that averages out to 129 yards per game, which ranks No. 1 in NFL history (over Jim Brown) for players who have at least 50 starts (h/t Field Yates). Brown has also put up superior stats in his first nine seasons (130 games). He has 837 receptions for 11,207 yards and 74 t

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