The Pittsburgh Steelers are facing challenges as their defense has struggled in recent games [4]. The team has allowed 68 points and over 700 passing yards in their last two losses [4]. This has led to questions about the effectiveness of the defense, once known as the "Steel Curtain" [4].
Defensive Disarray and Potential Roster Moves
The Steelers' defense has not lived up to expectations, particularly in pass coverage [2, 4]. The revamped secondary, intended to provide consistent man-to-man coverage and allow for creative blitzes, has backfired [2]. One potential move to address these issues could involve trading starting cornerback Darius Slay before the trade deadline [3]. ESPN reporter Brooke Pryor identified Slay as a player to watch [3]. The team also made practice squad moves, signing offensive lineman Jack Driscoll, safety Darrick Forrest, and receiver John Rhys Plumlee [6].
Special Teams Leadership
With Miles Killebrew sidelined for the remainder of the season due to a knee injury sustained in Week 6 against the Cleveland Browns [5], the Steelers have named a new special teams captain [5]. The team has settled on Payton Wilson to fill that role [5].
TL;DR
- The Steelers' defense has struggled, giving up significant points and passing yards in recent losses [4].
- Starting cornerback Darius Slay is a potential trade candidate as the Steelers look to shake up their roster [3].
- Payton Wilson has been named the new special teams captain, replacing the injured Miles Killebrew [5].
- The Steelers have signed Jack Driscoll, Darrick Forrest, and John Rhys Plumlee to the practice squad [6].