Prior to the start of the season, if you told people that one side of the ball was struggling for the Pittsburgh Steelers, most would have said the offense. But the reality is that the Steelers’ defense has been terrible. Opponents have gained at least 370 total yards of offense in very game but one this season.
And the pass defense has been the biggest issue. The Steelers have allowed at least 300 passing yards three times, including in both of their last two outings. Total passing yardage allowed? 2,054 yards, good for sixth-most in the league. It’s only 24 fewer yards than the fifth-most allowed, the Baltimore Ravens.