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Scouting Report: Bengals’ Defense Looks Stout Against Run

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. Like last year, Tom Mead and I will cover the opposing team’s defense. I will focus on scheme, Tom on the players.

Today, scouting the Cincinnati Bengals’ defense.

Alex’s Scheme Report

Bengals’ Run Defense

In two words, surprisngly good. This Bengals team has faced two talented running backs the first two weeks, Dalvin Cook and David Montgomery, and held them in check.