With the Steelers out of the playoffs, what are they going to do to pass the time?

How about entering the world of reality television? It's going to be a cold winter for Steelers fans, so warm up to some possible midseason replacements.

Las Vegas Law: Ben Roethlisberger (Court TV) — This weekly drama stars quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, who you might remember is still involved in a sexual assault case.This "he said, she-said" event didn't seem to affect Roethlisberger's play during the season. But with six months before training camp, things should intensify.

Where Will Willie Go?

(Travel Channel) — With Rashard Mendenhall rushing for more than 1,100 yards and becoming a premiere running back, the Steelers won't retain Parker, who will become a free agent.Parker, though, will look to cash in on the prime seasons he has remaining.Amos Zereoue and Richard Huntley guest star.

The Receiving End (ESPN2) — Hilarity and high jinks ensue when the Steelers' trio of wide receivers — Hines Ward, Santonio Holmes and Mike Wallace — play roommates in a Fox Chapel condo.Heath Miller drops by for two-on-two foosball tournaments while Limas Sweed just keeps dropping by for no apparent reason.February has never been funnier!

The Take on Troy (crossover-The Learning Channel and Style) — All Troy, all the time. This humorous look at safety Troy Polamalu, who missed 11 games with a bad knee and his absence almost single-handedly crushed the Steelers' defense and their season.Watch as TLC cameras go deep inside Troy's knee. Watch him rehabilitate it. On Style, watch him wash his hair. Heck, watch him lather, rinse

and repeat!As summer rolls around, there's an added twist. Watch Troy renegotiate his contract. Although he missed 11 full games, his value has never been higher.

Jeff Reed Is Tougher Than A Fifth Grader (FOX) — As an lead-in to "American Idol," the Steelers kicker, who has taken on paper-towel dispensers at Sheetz and scuffled with police officers while defending teammate Matt Spaeth, takes on anything a live audience can imagine.The possibilities are endless: a barrage of water balloons, firecrackers, 55-gallon garbage cans, an off-duty security guard.Look for guest appearances by Matt Spaeth, Pittsburgh mayor Luke Ravenstahl and Billy, the night manager of a Westmoreland County Sheetz. Spoiler alert: Look for Simon Cowell as Store Patron No. 3 in the season premiere!

Catching the Draft (NFL Network) — The three months leading into the NFL Draft show the Steelers brain trust evaluating talent at the Senior Bowl, the draft combine and prospective players tryouts.So what will it be? A shutdown cornerback, some depth on the offensive line, some defensive linemen?The possibilities are endless.Sam Tallarico is a staff writer for the Butler Eagle.