The Cleveland Browns showcased a powerful defense on Thursday night, with Myles Garrett and Dalvin Tomlinson combining for an impressive 18 pressures, leading to a victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Meanwhile, rookie Chop Robinson of the Miami Dolphins demonstrated his prowess by winning 50% of his pass-rushing snaps against the New England Patriots in Week 2.
As the NFL season progresses, the importance of a strong pass rush becomes evident, often serving as a critical equalizer against elite quarterbacks. The New York Jets, despite a playoff-caliber defense, struggled after the loss of quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
In the latest updates, Aidan Hutchinson of the Detroit Lions, who had been a standout with a record 72 pass-rush wins, will miss the rest of the season due to injury, impacting the Lions' Super Bowl aspirations.