"The Patriots' running backs combined to average just 3.6 yards per carry with three lost fumbles in this one. That led to Drake Maye dropping back to pass 47 times, a bloated number for such a close ball game. The Steelers were able to pin their ears back, rush the passer, and make their presence felt around Maye; both of the young QB's brutal turnovers came one play after he took a big hit in the offensive backfield."
"He was the Steelers' second-best player on defense, according to Pro Football Focus, thanks to his 95.5 grade against the run; he finished the game with five tackles, three run stuffs, and a fumble recovery. Sunday's game marked just 23 days since Peppers was surprisingly released by Mike Vrabel and the Patriots prior to Week 1 of the regular season. It was a bold move, considering Peppers' experience and previous standing as a starting safety."
Jabrill Peppers returned to Foxboro as a key contributor in the Pittsburgh Steelers' 21-14 victory over the New England Patriots, anchoring the run defense. Patriots running backs averaged 3.6 yards per carry and lost three fumbles, forcing Drake Maye to attempt 47 passes and face heavy pressure; two of Maye's turnovers came after big hits. Peppers played 46 snaps, earned a 95.5 run-defense grade from Pro Football Focus, and recorded five tackles, three run stuffs and a fumble recovery. Peppers had been released by the Patriots 23 days earlier and said he wanted to show he can still play at a high level.
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