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Scouting Report: Bengals Offer A ‘Friday Night’ Defense

As we have been for several years now, we’ll break down the Pittsburgh Steelers’ opponent each week, telling you what to expect from a scheme and individual standpoint. Nick Farabaugh and I will cover the opposing team’s offense. I will focus on scheme, Nick on the players.

Our first preview of a familiar face, checking out the Cincinnati Bengals.

Alex’s Scheme Report

Bengals Run Defense

Statistically, this unit has struggled as much as anyone in football. They’re allowing 4.9 YPC, 27th in the NFL heading into Week 3, and a whopping 16 runs of 10+ yards.