The Bengals visit the Steelers this week seeking a 3-0 start. The preview names three keys: establish the run to blunt Pittsburgh’s pass rush, pressure Aaron Rodgers to create turnover chances, and get Ja’Marr Chase involved early and often.
Cincinnati recorded 41 pressures against Houston in Week 2, while Pittsburgh had allowed 28 through two games. Chase Brown carried 20 times for 80 yards; an explosive run was called back on a holding penalty the preview describes as questionable.
Chase had 7 catches for 75 yards and 2 touchdowns in Week 2, after 2 catches for 12 yards in Week 1. He had 16 catches for 161 yards against Pittsburgh last season with Joe Flacco at quarterback. The preview says Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. may again be unavailable.
