Each week throughout the 2006 season, Miami Dolphins Head Coach Nick Saban will share his thoughts through an exclusive column on MiamiDolphins.com as told to Andy Cohen of Dolphin Digest.
September 4, 2006
Playing the Pittsburgh Steelers in our season opener is certainly a great challenge for our players. Any time you have an opportunity to play the best, it should bring out the best in you.
But I would also say our focus has been playing well in 16 games, and it's important we show that consistency over the entire season, and that will ultimately decide whether this season has been a success or failure. You always like to play well in your first game, but it is no more important than playing well in each of the games on your schedule.