Can the Bills avoid turnovers?
As the previous sections suggest, the Steelers have a good defense. But what really does it for them is their ball-hawk mentality. Their plus-12 turnover differential is second-best in the NFL, behind only the plus-19 of the Patriots. Overall, their 33 takeaways as a defense is the best in the league.
Among the league-leaders in interceptions is Minkah Fitzpatrick, who was traded from the Dolphins to the Steelers for a first-round pick earlier this year. Once viewed as a huge steal by the Dolphins is now viewed as a really fair trade that’s going to work out for both sides. Behind Fitzpatrick, cornerback Joe Haden has four interceptions as well.
In terms of fumbles, previously mentioned edge defenders lead the way. TJ Watt has five while Bud Dupree has four. For good measure, Watt also has two interceptions.
Turnovers will kill any team, and the Steelers are good at taking the ball away. The Bills have to avoid that at all costs.
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