The Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense is a hot topic among fans and media alike, and for all the wrong reasons. The Steelers have allowed the fifth-most total yards of offense this season and the second-most passing yards, ahead of only the Cincinnati Bengals. And no one wants to be mentioned in the same category as the Bengals’ defense.
There are times when you see flashes of quality play. The defense forced five turnovers in a win over the New England Patriots in Week 3. The Steelers forced six in a win over the Indianapolis Colts in Week 9. It’s why analyst Steve Palazzolo says the Steelers’ defense “might be the most confusing” group in the NFL.