The Steelers allowed 17 points and 261 total yards to the Bills in Week 15's loss.

Analysis: The Steelers also notched two turnovers, marking their fourth straight multi-turnover game and 12th of the year. They rank second in the league with 35 total turnovers and first with 49 sacks. The Jets are an outstanding opponent for championship contenders looking to deploy Steelers D/ST. Gang Green ranks 28th with 17.6 PPG and 31st with 274.1 total YPG. Furthermore, the upside is desirable, as they've coughed up the ball 23 times -- 11th-most -- while Sam Darnold is sacked on 7.1 percent of…read more

The Steelers allowed 17 points and 236 yards to the Cardinals while forcing three turnovers in Week 14's win.

Analysis: The Steelers have notched two or more turnovers in 11 of their last 12 games, totaling a league-high 33 during that stretch to add to their 48 sacks, which also ranks first. Their defense hasn't shown weakness from their ineffective offense, although that is a moderate concern going up against the Bills. Still, the ceiling here is intriguing, as Josh Allen is sacked on 7.5 percent of dropbacks (12th highest). The Bills are frugal with the ball, turning it over just 14 times, but their 21.1 PPG…read more

The Steelers allowed 13 points and 279 total yards in Week 13's win over the Browns.

Analysis: The Steelers also posted two turnovers, marking their 10th multi-turnover game in the last 11 contests. That just adds to their upside since the Steelers rank third with 3.57 sacks per game. The Cardinals are vulnerable on their offensive front, as Kyler Murray has been sacked on 8.8 percent of dropbacks, but they've only coughed up nine turnovers. They can open up the game with their passing game, though, and they've surpassed over 25 points in six of their last eight contests. The high…read more

The Steelers yielded 10 points and forced two turnovers in Week 12's win over the Bengals.

Analysis: The Steelers did what was necessary against the Bengals, and now they'll face the Browns for the second time in three weeks. Lately, QB Baker Mayfield has performed to the level we expected him to all season, tossing seven touchdowns and just one pick while averaging 252.7 passing YPG over the last three weeks. The Steelers should benefit from facing them at home, although their inability to chase down Mayfield during their last meeting is troubling. However, they had a few opportunities for…read more

The Steelers allowed 21 points and didn't force a turnover in Week 11's loss to the Browns.

Analysis: The Steelers eight-game, multi-turnover streak came crashing down, as they mishandled a couple of Baker Mayfield's errant passes but altogether were ineffective with just one sack against a weak offensive front. They have a timely matchup to get back on track, as the Bengals haven't surpassed 17 points in five games, while QB Ryan Finley has been a disaster, completing 47.5 percent of his passes and recording 4.6 YPA. Considering the Steelers' defense ranks ninth with 7.0 YPA and fourth with…read more

The Steelers allowed 12 points and forced four turnovers, returning one for a touchdown, in Week 10's win over the Rams.

Analysis: The Steelers registered another masterful game in the fantasy realm, as they stacked up at least three turnovers for the fifth straight game. SS Minkah Fitzpatrick may be the trade of the year with five interceptions in seven contests with the Steelers, and he's responsible for touchdowns in each of the last two outings. The Steelers are no longer a secret for fantasy purposes, as they rank second only to the Patriots with 26 turnovers on the season. They need to be deployed agianst the Browns,…read more

The Steelers have forced at least three turnovers in four straight games.

Analysis: Since adding S Minkah Fitzpatrick to the defense, the Steelers have piled up 20 turnovers over five games. Fitzpatrick accounts for five of those, and his presence certainly makes a difference on defense. They're a well-rounded bunch, too, as they rank eighth with 3.8 YPC allowed and 10th with 5.9 YPA passing allowed. The Rams should be without Brandin Cooks (concussion), but they still have plenty of pass-catchers, including Cooper Kupp, Robert Woods and Gerald Everett -- not to mention their…read more

The Steelers have six straight games with multiple turnovers.

Analysis: The defense is what's keeping the Steelers alive with a 3-4 record, and they rank second the league with 19 turnovers and a +10 differential. The Colts could put an end to their incredible streak, as they've coughed up the ball just seven times over seven games, and QB Jacoby Brissett has accounted for just three picks. Something has to give, and it's most likely to be the Steelers since Brissett looks dialed in. Still, the Colts offense doesn't appear explosive enough to run fantasy defenses…read more

The Steelers rank second in the league with 15 forced turnovers and are tied for fifth with 20 sacks.

Analysis: No matter who's playing the Dolphins, that defense is a must-start option, but the ceiling is even higher with the Steelers. If it wasn't for their stagnant offense, the Steelers could be among the ranks the contenders in a light AFC. Their dominant takeaway and sack number help overshadow a modest 21.8 points against per game. The Dolphins have turned the ball over at least once in every game, and their quarterbacks average 3.7 sacks per contest. This is a no-brainer. Plug in the Steelers D/ST…read more

The Steelers have forced 10 turnovers in the last three weeks.

Analysis: The Steelers arguably got lucky on a couple of interceptions in Week 5 against the Ravens, but fantasy owners aren't complaining. They'll be traveling to Los Angeles for a meeting with the Chargers, who are coming off a three-turnover performance -- two interceptions by QB Philip Rivers -- against the Broncos. The Steelers have a decent matchup, however, as they rank ninth in the league by allowing a 3.9 YPC to opposing backfields. The Chargers will have both Melvin Gordon and Austin Ekeler…read more

The Steelers have made 13 sacks and forced nine turnovers over the last three games.

Analysis: All eyes will be on whether the Steelers can contain Ravens QB Lamar Jackson, who has registered at least 247 passing yards and 46 rushing yards in each of the last three contests. The Steelers haven't faced a top-tier quarterback since Seattle in Week 2 when Russell Wilson threw for 300 yards and three scores. There is a solid opportunity for turnovers and sacks, however, since Jackson has been dropped seven times over the last two games while throwing two interceptions last week. Whether the…read more

The Steelers forced five turnovers in Week 3's loss to the 49ers.

Analysis: Turnovers saved the Steelers from a complete blowout, as they were outgained by the 49ers 436-239. The addition of FS Minkah Fitzpatrick surely helped, as he intercepted a pass and forced a fumble in his Steelers debut. The squad will look to keep the performance rolling against the Bengals, who have coughed up the ball eight times already while QB Andy Dalton has been sacked 11 times. This matchup oozes high upside for the Steelers, and the floor is appealing as well since the Bengals haven't…read more

The Steelers traded for FS Minkah Fitzpatrick (from Dolphins).

Analysis: Fitzpatrick will play a limited role in Week 3 versus the 49ers even though previous starter Sean Davis (shoulder) was placed on injured reserve. Still, this is a worthy bandage, and Fitzpatrick should come in handy against a 49ers' passing offense that took form in Week 2 with 313 passing yards, three touchdowns and 11.9 YPA. However, the 49ers still ran the ball 42 times in that game, which could cause issues for the Steelers, who allowed 151 rushing yards and a respectable 4.6 YPC to the…read more

FS Sean Davis continues to deal with an ankle injury ahead of Week 2's matchup versus the Seahawks.

Analysis: The Steelers were utterly embarrassed by the Patriots in Week 1, as QB Tom Brady picked apart their defense and WR Philip Dorsett blew the top off with two long touchdown receptions. The dysfunction was apparent, but the Steelers were able to hold the Patriots to just 3.1 YPC. That will surely come in handy versus the Seahawks, as their backfield had more carries (21) than QB Russell Wilson had throws (20). While the Seahawks likely won't be able to implement the Patriots' game plan, they have…read more

FS Sean Davis is dealing with an ankle injury ahead of Sunday's game versus the Patriots.

Analysis: If Davis is unable to play Sunday night, the Steelers will have to dip into the inexperienced ranks of their secondary like Kameron Kelley, who has never played an NFL snap. That would be a tough introduction into the league against the Patriots. Although the Pats don't have TE Rob Gronkowski anymore, they have WR Josh Gordon to complement WR Julian Edelman. They also have one of the more-versatile backfields in the league with Sony Michel and pass-catching guru James White. It's clear the…read more

LB Bud Dupree exited the third preseason game against the Titans with hand injury, though it's unclear if his availability for the season opener will be impacted.

Analysis: The Steelers were one of the least productive defenses in 2018 in forcing takeaways, finishing tied for 29th with 15, but they were successful with the pass rush and recorded 52 sacks (tied for first). Pittsburgh ranked 16th in scoring defense (22.5 PPG) and added CB Steven Nelson (free agency) and LB Devin Bush (10th overall pick) to help bolster its coverage efforts.

The Steelers enter their Week 17 game against the Bengals ranked ninth in the NFL in total defense (335.9 YPG).

Analysis: Pittsburgh had difficult defensive assignments against the Patriots and Saints the last two weeks, but the regular season finale thankfully gets a bit easier. The Bengals have Andy Dalton (thumb), A.J. Green (toe) and Tyler Eifert (ankle) on injured reserve, and Tyler Boyd is nursing a knee injury. Jeff Driskel has taken over at QB for Cincinnati, and the team is averaging 19.75 points in his four starts. The Steelers are one of the best in the NFL at rushing the passer (48 sacks) but are near…read more

The Steelers rank ninth in the NFL in total defense (333.5 YPG) entering their Week 16 game against the Saints.

Analysis: The Pittsburgh defense managed their best performance of the year last week against the Patriots, as they willed their team to victory by holding Tom Brady and company to only 10 points. Unfortunately for the Steelers, they have to travel to New Orleans and face the second-highest scoring offense (32.8 PPG) in the NFL in Week 16. The Saints are coming off a surprise outing of their own, as they managed only 12 points and committed two turnovers in their win against the Panthers. The Steelers'…read more

The Steelers are fresh off their most disappointing loss of the season in which they fell 24-21 to the Raiders.

Analysis: It was a game that warranted Pittsburgh fans' audible screams. A nightmare performance capped with a blocked field goal to end the game is what could keep the Steelers out of the playoffs down the road. With the Patriots and Saints still on the schedule, the Steelers will need their defense to peak at levels it hasn't all season. T.J. Watt has blossomed into an elite-caliber pass rusher, but the Steelers still rank 16th in the NFL in scoring defense (23.5 PPG). Tom Brady and the Patriots enter…read more

The Steelers enter Sunday's tilt with the Raiders fresh off consecutive losses for the first time all season.

Analysis: Pittsburgh will have a good chance to break its first losing streak of the season with Oakland waiting in the short distance. Prior to last week, Oakland had eclipsed 17 points in just one of its previous four contests. Expect the Steelers to look to exploit the Raiders offensive ineptitudes with a heavy pass rush. Derek Carr has shown inconsistencies this season, especially when under pressure. Playing in the Black Hole is never easy, but Coliseum doesn't boast much of its luster when the…read more

The Steelers currently boast the league's sixth-best total defense (325.1 YPG). They'll face the Chargers in Week 13.

Analysis: Pittsburgh took a step back last week following a loss to Denver, but the defense still projects as a solid option in most standard leagues. T.J. Watt's 10 sacks have brought a new energy to the defensive side of the ball. Still, more is needed from others if the Pittsburgh D/ST hopes to deliver consistent fantasy value. Heading into Week 13 action, the Steelers rank only 22nd in the NFL with 12 takeaways. If Mike Tomlin's bunch are going to leave Sunday's tilt against the Chargers with a win,…read more

The Steelers enter their Week 12 game against the Broncos with the sixth-ranked total defense (326.8 YPG).

Analysis: The Steelers also rank 10th in scoring defense (22.5 PPG) and haven't allowed an opponent to score more than 21 points since the Ravens put up 26 points in Week 4. The major strength for Pittsburgh this season has been their pass rush as they lead the NFL with 37 sacks. The Broncos do protect QB Case Keenum relatively well, but are generally an inconsistent and are down a playmaker following the trade of WR Demaryius Thomas late last month. The Steelers have played well defensively this season…read more

The Steelers enter their Week 11 matchup against Jacksonville as the league's eight-ranked total defense (336.1 YPG).

Analysis: Pittsburgh has effectively evaded any and all Le'Veon Bell distractions to win each of its last five contests. The resurgence has been largely attributed to the Steelers' dynamic offense, but the Steel City defense has been more than productive over the recent winning streak. In last week's 52-21 onslaught of Carolina, Pittsburgh's defense forced two turnovers while limiting Cam Newton and company to just 242 total yards of offense. In doing so, Mike Tomlin's defense has now kept opponents…read more