The Steelers may have lost to the Patriots on Sunday, and the defense did give up a game-winning touchdown drive, but there were many positives to take away from what their defense was able to do against New England.
Defensive coordinator Keith Butler had to craft a plan for the defense after giving up 38 points to the Ravens. Tom Brady has had his way with the Steelers on many occasions, but Butler's plan kept Brady in check for most of the game and showed glimpses of success even while experimenting with several schemes for the first time.
We take a look into where those strategies worked, and where they needed improvement, in the classroom:
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