The Pittsburgh Steelers knew that it would be a tough slog going up against the New York Giants’ front four, but they also knew that they would have at their disposal the most talented running back in the league. On the day, it was the superior talent of the running back, Le’Veon Bell, that prevailed—although they did get some help.
The Giants took several blows to their defensive line over the course of the game. Starting left defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul left late in the first half with a groin injury.