Pittsburgh Steelers Defense vs RB
Fantasy points allowed by the Pittsburgh Steelers to running backs, with the matchup rank and whether it is a spot to start or sit.
The Pittsburgh Steelers allow the 11th-most fantasy points to running backs in the NFL, giving up about 3.8 PPR fantasy points per game to the position based on the 2026 season, which makes them a favorable matchup to start a running back against.
| Stat allowed to RBs | Per game |
|---|---|
| Fantasy points (PPR) | 3.8 |
| Rush yds | 17.8 |
| Rush TD | 0.1 |
| Receptions | 0.8 |
| NFL rank (1 = allows most) | 11th of 32 |
Last updated October 3, 2026 · Data source: 2026 NFL season game logs (Sleeper), PPR scoring.
Where the Steelers rank vs running backs
Across the 2026 season the Carolina Panthers gave up the most fantasy points to running backs (the softest matchup to target), while the Houston Texans allowed the fewest (the toughest). The Pittsburgh Steelers land at 11th of 32, so treat this as an above-average, startable matchup for a running back.