When you play a hybrid 3-4 defensive front like the Pittsburgh Steelers, you never know from one play to the next where any of the team’s defensive linemen will be lined up. It makes predicting out this group will play out statistically something of a challenge.
Cam Heyward
The undisputed leader of the Steelers defense, Heyward has emerged as one of the best inside/outside defensive linemen in the NFL.
80 tackles, 11 sacks, 20 QB hits
Stephon Tuitt
We are all keeping our fingers crossed that Tuitt can get through an entire season without an injury.
65 tackles, 8.5 sacks, 18 QB hits
Tyson Alualu
With Javon Hargrave gone via free agency, look for Alualu to take over his spot as the team’s starting nose tackle.
44 tackles, 2.5 sacks, 8 QB hits
Isaiah Buggs
There’s a chance Buggs steals a starting spot but if not he should still be in the rotation as the team’s fourth defensive lineman.
23 tackles, 2 sacks, 6 QB hits
Chris Wormley
I don’t have high hopes for Wormley to get much in the way of meaningful reps with the talent ahead of him.
26 tackles, 1 sack, 3 QB hits
