5 worst Steelers defensive PFF grades from Week 3 win over Bengals

The Pittsburgh Steelers‘ defense had a tough time containing the Joe Burrow-led passing attack in their Week 3 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, and Pro Football Focus has highlighted several defenders who struggled the most on Sunday.

From a trio of edge rushers to two cornerbacks who couldn’t contain Cincinnati’s wide receivers, here’s a look at five of the worst PFF grades given out to the Steelers in Week 3.

1. LB Jack Sawyer — 55.8

2. LB T.J. Watt — 51.9

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3. LB Nick Herbig — 46.1

4. CB Asante Samuel Jr. — 45.5

5. CB Brandin Echols — 40.6

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