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What are your expectations this year for the Steelers defense?

Discussion in 'Steelers Talk' started by steelersrule6, May 11, 2026.

  1. forgotten1

    forgotten1 Well-Known Member

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  2. AskQuestionsLater

    AskQuestionsLater Writing Team

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    I would say John Schneider would like to say a word.


    Even before the Russell Wilson trade, he did have a good number of hits. Since the Wilson trade though, John has been money. He does miss but man... when he hits, he hits big.
     
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  3. Steelersfan43

    Steelersfan43 Well-Known Member

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    I still prefer Roseman but I agree Schneider is elite too....Very high on my list!
     
  4. AskQuestionsLater

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    Fair enough. Either or is acceptable.

    :drinks:
     
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  5. Michael E

    Michael E Well-Known Member

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    Mic drop
     
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  6. Michael E

    Michael E Well-Known Member

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    You didn't disagree, finally some common sense. It's appreciated.
     
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  7. jeh1856

    jeh1856 Chilling by the pool

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    Well pick it back up
     
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  8. Steelersfan43

    Steelersfan43 Well-Known Member

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    One of the most underrated stats in the NFL,the 3 and out forced on defense,the raiders were 3rd in this stats last year under Graham

     
  9. NorthernBlitz

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    Interesting info from Scout's eye.

    Apparently, our D was the worst team at allowing passes over the middle of the field.

    I think this is the same problem as allowing quick passes. Because I think it's really just that we always sacrificed quick in-breaking routes (with the hope of tackling the catch) to try to prevent big plays (which I think we were still among the worst at giving up in 2025).

    Hopefully, a new play caller will make the D less predictable.
     
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  10. Blast Furnace

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    Assuming Graham continues running a split safety look, this will be one of the biggest question marks entering the season. We’ve struggled with the run so much.
     
  11. Blast Furnace

    Blast Furnace Staff Member Mod Team

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    Love to see it, getting coached up by AD!
     
  12. Steelersfan43

    Steelersfan43 Well-Known Member

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  13. forgotten1

    forgotten1 Well-Known Member

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    DAMMIT!!

    Who packed the chalk?!?!?!?!?!



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  14. Bubbahotep

    Bubbahotep Well-Known Member

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    Not sure what this is telling us. A real mixed bag on both ends in regards to wins.
     
  15. Steelersfan43

    Steelersfan43 Well-Known Member

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    I see 5 strong defense in that(texans,broncos,browns,seahawks and chargers).The browns defense were very good,their offense was their big issue,the reason why they were 5-12
     
  16. Blast Furnace

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