Last Saturday was not only one of the best offensive performances the Pittsburgh Steelers have seen in the last three years or so, it was also a sterling defensive performance in the 34-11 win over the Cincinnati Bengals at Acrisure Stadium.
While backup quarterback Mason Rudolph stole headlines just two days before Christmas with his impressive play against the Bengals, the defense was outstanding as well. It generated three interceptions, two turnovers on downs and held the Bengals to just one touchdown.
Oh, and the Steelers also played very well from a tackling perspective despite working in some new faces defensively.