When the ball is teed up Sept. 10 against San Francisco, the Steelers could have five new starters among the 12 (counting nickel corner) that will play prominent roles on defense.

Coach Mike Tomlin said he will examine his team’s personnel, the way the defense played the run in its 3-4 scheme and how Jackson used the read-option to confound Steelers defenders.

Exploring the matchup between the Commanders and Steelers, focusing on Jayden Daniel's strategy against a tough Pittsburgh defense and potential game outcomes. Laura Gillen is projected to win New ...

FORNEY, Texas -- The Steelers were an above average defense when it came to tackling last season, but this year's group could improve in that area and help limit the number of chunk plays allowed.

The Steelers' defense is much better than the Saints and protecting Winston will be critical. The Browns will need to help on T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith (If he plays) as they lost another ...

The Steelers rode their defense and the leg of Chris Boswell to a win. SB Nation. Instant analysis: Steelers’ new defenders, Chris Boswell lift Pittsburgh to Week 1 win. Story by Jarrett Bailey ...

The Steelers finished the 2021 season dead last in the NFL stopping the run -- a harsh dose of reality for a team that prides itself on playing solid defense. But just how bad was it and can it ...

Instant analysis: Brock Purdy, 49ers defense dominate Steelers in season opener The 49ers opened their season by jumping to a 20-0 lead and routing the host Pittsburgh Steelers ...

It’s the highest-paid defense in the NFL, so there are certain expectations that go along with that — like not letting Samaje Perine and Trenton Irwin be the two most prominent names on the ...

Steelers’ defense saves day, but Matt Canada must trust OL, Mitch Trubisky more. By Mark Kaboly. ... I’ll comb through it from an analysis standpoint on Tuesdays like I always do. ...