Several key factors will affect the Steelers’ upcoming game against the Packers, but head coach Mike Tomlin has red-zone defense circled at the top of the list. In a recent interview on Steelers.com, Tomlin highlighted the importance of his defense being able to stiffen when Green Bay moves the ball.
“Redzone defense in a game like this is significant,” said Tomlin. “I think significant plays in the kicking game and the situational defense, whether it’s us or them, are really critical factors in terms of how this game is going to unfold.”
Tomlin pointed out that the redzone defense and kicking game, which he mentioned earlier, also played a factor in the team’s last two meetings against Green Bay.