As we’ve been doing 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. Like last year, Tom Mead and I will cover the opposing team’s defense. I will focus on scheme, Tom on the players.
Today, scouting the Green Bay Packers’ defense.
Alex’s Scheme Report
Packers’ Run Defense
On paper, the run defense looks only about average. Allowing 4.4 yards per carry and nine runs of 10+ yards, both numbers sitting slightly below average in the league (21st and tied for 19th respectively).