Ravens Defense Scouting Report: Baltimore Isn’t The Same

Ravens defenseAs 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, Ross McCorkle and I will cover the opposing team’s defense. I will focus on the scheme, and Ross will analyze the players.

Today, we are scouting the Baltimore Ravens’ defense ahead of Week 18’s game against Pittsburgh.

Alex’s Scheme Report

Ravens’ Run Defense

Baltimore’s run defense has been stout this season, though the numbers aren’t elite. They’re 11th in rushing yards per game allowing 107.1. Ditto with YPC, 11th at 4.2. The Ravens have given up 16 rushing touchdowns, a below-average mark that…