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5 things the Steelers must address quickly on a short week

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 17: Russell Wilson #3 of the Pittsburgh Steelers passes the ball while pressured Tavius Robinson #95 of the Baltimore Ravens in the second quarter of a game at Acrisure Stadium on November 17, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 17: Russell Wilson #3 of the Pittsburgh Steelers passes the ball while pressured Tavius Robinson #95 of the Baltimore Ravens in the second quarter of a game at Acrisure Stadium on November 17, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)

On Sunday, the Pittsburgh Steelers got a huge win over the Baltimore Ravens to improve to 8-2 on the season. The win was huge in the context of the season but it wasn't a clean victory by any means. And with just four days to prepare for another AFC North showdown, here are the five priorities for Pittsburgh this week.

Interior defensive line issues

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 17: Keeanu Benton #95 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts after sacking Mitchell Trubisky #11 of the Buffalo Bills (not pictured) in the first quarter during the preseason game at Acrisure Stadium on August 17, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 17: Keeanu Benton #95 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts after sacking Mitchell Trubisky #11 of the Buffalo Bills (not pictured) in the first quarter during the preseason game at Acrisure Stadium on August 17, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)

Starting nose tackle Keeanu Benton went down with an injury on Sunday and with such a short turnaround might not be ready to go against the Browns. This is on top of the Steelers placing Benton's backup, Montravius Adams on IR.

How much Justin Fields this week?

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 17: Justin Fields #2 of the Pittsburgh Steelers slides in front of Roquan Smith #0 and Ar'Darius Washington #29 of the Baltimore Ravens in the third quarter of a game at Acrisure Stadium on November 17, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 17: Justin Fields #2 of the Pittsburgh Steelers slides in front of Roquan Smith #0 and Ar'Darius Washington #29 of the Baltimore Ravens in the third quarter of a game at Acrisure Stadium on November 17, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)

The Steelers gave the Browns a taste of what the Justin Fields package looks like and it was fun. Pittsburgh's had a month to get things together so while the team needs to figure out how to get Russell Wilson on track, they cannot neglect what Fields brings to the table.

Cornerback depth

Nov 17, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) celebrates a touchdown catch as Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Donte Jackson (26) looks on during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
Nov 17, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) celebrates a touchdown catch as Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Donte Jackson (26) looks on during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

The Steelers held out Cory Trice Jr. this week so we are hopeful he'll be on the field Thursday night and we can breathe better about the struggles of Donte Jackson and James Pierre.

Russell Wilson's problem with defense

Nov 17, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson (3) warms up for a game against the Baltimore Ravens at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
Nov 17, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson (3) warms up for a game against the Baltimore Ravens at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

The Ravens came out and showed Russell Wilson some looks he wasn't expecting on Sunday and it showed. Dropping two deep safeties really rattled the passing game and you can bet the Browns were paying attention. Wilson can't win consistently with a few moon balls, especially you don't have the time to let those plays come together.

What plan fits on a short week?

Nov 17, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) carries the ball against Baltimore Ravens safety Ar'Darius Washington (29) during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Nov 17, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) carries the ball against Baltimore Ravens safety Ar'Darius Washington (29) during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

We've all seen just how sloppy Thursday Night Football can be but there's no time for the Steelers to take their foot off the gas. So how do the coaches put together a plan to maximize efficiency on short notice? It all starts and stops with the run game controlling the clock.

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