Even though they play with only two defensive lineman most of the time in today’s pass-oriented NFL, the Steelers have learned how to shut down the run with fewer big bodies in the game.
While opposing teams routinely use multiple receiver formations to spread the field and force them to use extra defensive backs, the Steelers have become one of the league’s stingiest teams against the run since 2014.
And it’s been no different after two games this season. The Steelers rank second in the league in rush defense, allowing 50.5 yards a game, and haven’t allowed a run longer than 12 yards.