As we’ve been doing for several years now, we’ll break down the Pittsburgh Steelers’ opponent each week, telling you what to expect from a scheme and individual standpoint. This year, Jonathan Heitritter and I will cover the opposing team’s defense. I will focus on the scheme, Jonathan on the players.
Today, we are scouting the Green Bay Packers’ defense ahead of their Week 8 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Alex’s Scheme Report
Packers Run Defense
The Packers have a multiple and hybrid front with their edge players able to play hand-up and hand-down, blurring the lines between 3-4 and 4-3.