The Pittsburgh Steelers have struggled defensively worse than anyone could have imagined to begin the season. Despite the talent acquired during the offseason and the return of capable veterans, Mike Tomlin's defense has fallen well short of expectations. Fortunately, they could be in line for a boost in Week 4.
While poor execution is largely to blame for Pittsburgh's biggest defensive struggles early in the season, the Steelers have also been plagued by numerous injuries early in the year. Joey Porter Jr. suffered a hamstring injury late in the team's Week 1 contest against the New York Jets.