The Keeanu Benton experiment at nose tackle has officially reached a turning point. We dive into why his 309-pound frame fails to meet the demands of an NFL nose tackle position, especially when we have bigger, more suitable options like Yaya Black available. The Steelers’ run defense continues to struggle, surrendering an alarming 149.5 yards per game, ranking 28th in the league, along with 4.4 yards per carry, which places them at 22nd. While it's not typical to expect many stats from a nose tackle, Benton's performance has been underwhelming, with only three tackles across two games. It’s essential to note that the blame doesn’t fall solely on Benton; there are opportunities for the team to utilize slants and twists to maximize his athleticism.
The Pittsburgh Steelers' secondary is facing significant challenges this season, ranking 25th in the league by allowing 245 passing yards per game. Opponents are completing 69% of their passes against them, placing the Steelers at 24th in that category, and they are struggling to limit passing first downs, averaging only 11 per game, which is good for 18th. The team’s ability to defend against deep passes is even more telling, with a yards-per-completion rate of just 12.9, ranking them at 31st overall. Justin Fields' struggles against the Bills and Sam Darnold's average performance against the 49ers have shown that while the secondary may be challenged, there's potential for improvement.
The middle of the field has been particularly vulnerable, as both safeties have struggled to make an impact, with Thornhill facing issues and Clark performing slightly better, but still not living up to expectations. Linebackers must step up, yet the inability to stop the run leaves them susceptible to play fakes and misdirection. If the Steelers want to turn things around, we'll need to see adjustments across the board. Join us as we break down the state of the secondary and discuss what changes might be necessary moving forward!
The Pittsburgh Steelers face a critical moment as the struggles continue on the offensive line, overshadowing the immediate need for a solid WR2. While the team has attempted to bolster the receiving corps—Roman Wilson has been disappointing, Scotty Miller isn’t contributing, and Skowronek is mainly a special teamer—the real issue lies in the inefficient pass protection. Frazier has shown potential but isn’t as effective as last season, while Seamalu’s performance is underwhelming, and Fautanu seems to be picking up bad habits. Broderick Jones is raising red flags, and McCormick's technique hasn’t improved, leading to more questions than answers. The run game is just as bleak, averaging 62.5 yards per game (30th in the league) and a mere 3.0 yards per carry, with the team yet to score a rushing touchdown.
What’s happening with T.J. Watt this season? Despite his reputation as a defensive powerhouse, he hasn’t recorded a sack in the last six games, marking five sacks over his last 17 outings. Double teams are proving effective against him, but he must find a way to break through. On the flip side, Watt remains a force in the run game, racking up nine tackles and two tackles for loss, showing he can still dominate in that aspect. However, the team's schematics need to adjust to better utilize his talents. There’s been some movement in his positioning, but it’s clear they need to implement more disguised blitzes to create opportunities for him.
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