Scouting Report: Ravens Defense Still Creating Chaos

As we have been 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, Dan Vasko and I will cover the opposing team’s defense. I will focus on scheme, Dan on the players.

Today, we’re checking out Sunday’s opponent, one you know well, the Baltimore Ravens.

Alex’s Scheme Report

Ravens Run Defense

It’s a solid group, as you’d come to expect. Especially that NT Michael Pierce is expected to play after practicing in full Thursday afternoon. Those two make up the bulk, literally – both over 335 pounds – of the defensive line. Pierce is the true nose tackle while Williams has seen more…