Based on their underlying strategic approach and matchup dynamics, the projections expect the Steelers to run on 47.4% of their downs: the 4th-highest rate on the slate this week.At the present time, the 6th-quickest paced team in the league (context-neutralized) according to the projection model is the Pittsburgh Steelers.When talking about blocking for ball-carriers (and the influence it has on all ground game statistics), the offensive line of the Steelers ranks as the 10th-best in the NFL last year.This year, the fierce Bengals run defense has given up a mere 4.98 adjusted yards-per-carry to the opposing run game: the 30th-lowest rate in the league.The Bengals linebackers rank as the 4th-worst group of LBs in the NFL this year in regard to defending the run.
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