The Pittsburgh Steelers’ defensive success is predicated on getting to the quarterback and stopping the run. Cameron Heyward is a central figure in both of those areas, and he recognizes the significance of stopping the Cincinnati Bengals’ run game first and foremost Saturday night.
Just two weeks ago, the Steelers allowed Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry to set a Ravens record for most rushing yards in a single game against the Steelers when he went for 162 yards in their 34-17 win over Pittsburgh. The defense responded by holding the Chiefs to just 69 rushing yards last Wednesday, but it didn’t really matter as Patrick Mahomes picked apart the Steelers’ secondary.