The Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense is putting together another excellent season in 2024. Through eight weeks, the Steelers rank second in the NFL in points-per-game allowed (14.9), ninth in total yards-per-game allowed (310.3), and are tied for second in turnovers forced (15). Despite these impressive statistics, the defense has bent more than usual over the last five weeks. The Colts, Cowboys, and Giants were all able to run the ball effectively against the Steelers, and the Jets exposed the Steelers’ defense in the running back screen game. Veteran defensive tackle Cam Heyward is still one of the premier defensive linemen in the league, but he’s 35 years old and he can’t do it all by himself.
Fittipaldo: ‘D-Line Has To Be A Big Focus In The Draft’ For Steelers Amid Recent Struggles
