There are many things to like about the Steelers’ defense in recent weeks, but there is one glaring exception. One can make the argument that they are one of the worst fourth-down defenses in the NFL — indeed, the worst. In fact, with two games to play, they have already set a record for the most fourth-down conversions ever allowed. At least as far back as the data goes, which appears to be 1990.
It’s worth noting that the three highest totals of fourth-down conversions ever allowed are all from the 2025 season, though, and I’m not clear on why that is.