There’s no question the defense is the stronger of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ two units. That much is obvious. They’re dragging the anchor that is the offense around, trying to stay afloat. The offensive issues have put additional strain on this defense. Forcing them out there to play extra snaps, fewer breaks between possessions, and asking them to do pretty much everything. Even Mike Tomlin’s expectations have bordered on unrealistic. Three turnovers, ho-hum. How about you do more to help the offense score? You know what, forget about that. Every turnover should end in a pick-six.
But this defense isn’t without fault.