The Pittsburgh Steelers made it a focus to improve their run defense in 2025. After all, the last time we saw the Steelers try to stop a run game during the 2024 NFL season, the Baltimore Ravens ran roughshod in the playoffs. They ran for 299 yards against a defense that historically prides itself on stifling opponents’ run games.
Unfortunately, the Steelers began the 2025 season much the same way they ended last season. They allowed the New York Jets (and former Steelers QB Justin Fields) to run for 183 yards. Thankfully, the Steelers still found a way to win, thanks to QB Aaron Rodgers and K Chris Boswell.