Why the Steelers didn't make the playoffs

The Steelers had a rough year. They finished 8 and 8; a huge part was Ben Roethlisberger was out most of the season.  The second string quarterback broke his ribs, the third string had to come in; he has been in the N.F.L. for over a decade. Charlie Batch was probably the main reason the Steelers did not make the playoffs.