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Meanwhile, the Steelers went on to defeat the Miami Dolphins, 34 – 14, and the Houston Oilers, 27 – 13, in the playoffs.

During those two playoff games, the Pittsburgh defense limited running backs Larry Csonka and Earl Campbell, respectively, to a combined total of only 35 rushing yards.

Campbell was the league's rushing leader during the regular season with 1, 697 yards, but could only gain 15 yards against the Steelers in the AFC Championship Game.