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. This year, Jonathan Heitritter and I will cover the opposing team’s defense. I will focus on the scheme, Jonathan on the players.
Today, scouting the New York Jets’ defense.
ALEX’S SCHEME REPORT
Jets’ Run Defense
The run defense has been middling to above-average. They’re allowing 124.2 rushing yards per game, 17th in football, but have been better on a relative basis, giving up 4.3 yards per carry which ranks ninth.