Defensive Struggles
Linköping crushed 7-2 by Örebro amid ongoing crisis
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Linköping HC suffered a 7-2 defeat to Örebro HK on Thursday, marking their sixth consecutive loss and solidifying their position at the bottom of the SHL standings. Star forward Jakub Vrana was benched for the game, sparking debate among analysts. The match featured a disastrous first period for LHC and a late fight between defenders.
Former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Steven Nelson has criticized defensive coordinator Teryl Austin and the team's scheme for its poor performance this season. The Steelers' defense ranks 28th in the league and has struggled with consistency, allowing big runs like nearly 250 yards to the Buffalo Bills recently. Analyst Chris Hoke also pointed to issues with defensive tackle Keeanu Benton's gap assignments.
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Södertälje SK fell 2-1 to Kalmar HC away, marking their fourth consecutive loss and sixth defeat in seven games. The team sits tied for last place with Troja-Ljungby. Head coach Andreas Johansson remains optimistic despite the struggles.