Fans of the old-school style of great Pittsburgh Steelers defenses have surely enjoyed the 2024 season so far. The team boasts one of the most elite defensive lines in the NFL, featuring several of the league’s top defenders, including T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith, Nick Herbig, and Cam Heyward, to name a few.
Brian Baldinger, an NFL analyst, highlighted a play that showcased what all four of these players are capable of when on the field together.
.@steelers 3rd down rush includes Watt Herbig Heyward & Highsmith…26 sacks amongst the 4. A pack of Vultures looking for fresh QB Meat #HereWeGo #BaldysBreakdowns pic.twitter.com/vSrZwcKyLe
— Brian Baldinger (@BaldyNFL) December 11, 2024
Baldinger’s description of the four Steelers defenders perfectly captures their impact, as these elite players consistently hunt down opposing quarterbacks come game time.
While there was much debate about how the Pittsburgh Steelers should utilize OLBs Highsmith, Watt, and Herbig together, Week 14 proved that the defense is at its best when all three are available.
The Black and Gold will need these defenders at their peak when they head to Philadelphia to face the Eagles in Week 15, on December 15 at 4:25 PM EST.
