Though the defensive line allowed over 100 rushing yards to the Ravens, Keeanu Benton and crew did the job the Steelers needed. It helps that they improved over the course of the game, though I don’t think they were scared to run. But Chris Hoke came away impressed, and he has been harsh on the unit—especially the man in the middle.
“The defensive line played lights out”, Hoke said of the Steelers’ defensive line on 93.7 The Fan. “I’ve been pretty critical of these guys, especially Keeanu Benton. Keeanu Benton tries to make a lot of plays instead of playing his technique.