Last season the Pittsburgh Steelers defense took a step back. This was due in large part to a pectoral injury to edge rusher T.J. Watt that sidelined him for seven games and limited him in at least two more. To be blunt the entire defense collapsed without the presence of No. 90 on the field.
But Watt is back and the front office has made improvements at all three levels. This week the Steelers square off with the San Francisco 49ers who boast one of the most dynamic and balanced offenses in the NFC. There’s nothing like the team’s biggest test right out of the gate.
Here’s what to expect when the Steelers are on defense.