The Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense has started to get back on track, but explosive plays remain an issue. The Steelers have given up 15 explosive plays of 20-plus yards through four games, and 60 plays that have gone for 10 or more yards. It’s the biggest issue for their defense right now, and Mike Tomlin explained in his Tuesday press conference what’s gone into the team struggling to keep a lid on its opponents.
“Oftentimes big plays are self-inflicted wounds and particularly some of the ones that we’ve given up. And it can occur from a myriad of things.