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Louisville Football: 3 Former Cardinals Ready For The NFL Playoffs

By Derek Snyder

Oct 16, 2016; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver DeVante Parker (11) fails to catch a pass in the end zone against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 16, 2016; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver DeVante Parker (11) fails to catch a pass in the end zone against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 17, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback William Gay (22) and defensive back Brandon Boykin (25) celebrate after a defensive stop against the Denver Broncos during the third quarter of the AFC Divisional round playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 17, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback William Gay (22) and defensive back Brandon Boykin (25) celebrate after a defensive stop against the Denver Broncos during the third quarter of the AFC Divisional round playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports /

William Gay: Pittsburgh Steelers

Season Stats: 42 total tackles, 1 sack, 1 forced fumble, and 1 interception

Potential Playoff Impact: This hasn’t been the best season for William Gay, but playing in 15 of the 16 total games is a major plus for the ten-year veteran cornerback. Gay is one of the main veterans on a, somewhat young, Pittsburgh defense that is turning the corner at the right time of the year.

The Steelers’ secondary has a huge challenge coming up against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. Pittsburgh is currently 16th in the NFL in passing yards give up per game, which isn’t too bad considering the passing nature of the National Football League these days.

With that being said, Miami has three receivers that can be difference-makers in DeVante Parker, Jarvis Landry, and Kenny Stills. It will be extremely important for William Gay to try and force the Dolphins into vulnerable situations in the passing game and come up with an interception.

It may be cliche’, but whoever wins the turnover battle will win this mightily important playoff game.

Next: DeVante Parker

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