Despite several factors working against the 2023 version of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense, they still managed to finish sixth in the NFL with just 19.1 points allowed per game. They have a chance to be even better in 2024.
Pro Football Network’s Anthony DiBona released his 2024 NFL defense rankings this morning and had the Steelers as his No.3 defense entering the season, trailing only the Cleveland Browns and New York Jets.
“Pittsburgh’s defense finished sixth in DVOA last season, led by superstar pass rusher T.J. Watt,” DiBona wrote. “The Steelers are in line to take a huge leap in 2024, thanks to the addition of former Baltimore Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen.