The Pittsburgh Steelers' defense, once heralded as a top unit, struggled significantly in their recent match against the Indianapolis Colts, allowing a 39-year-old backup quarterback, Joe Flacco, to exploit their weaknesses. Coach Mike Tomlin faced scrutiny for his lack of an emergency plan to counter Flacco's play, as the team's defensive coordinator, Shane Steichen, effectively dismantled the Steelers' strategy. Players like DeShon Elliott acknowledged the team’s subpar practice habits and emphasized the need for more effort and attention to detail. The team's report card reflected a disappointing performance, with analysts and insiders holding the defense accountable for the loss. Tomlin himself admitted the team took too long to adjust to Flacco's presence, while some players, like Patrick Queen, stepped up to take responsibility for the team's defensive failures.