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Slipping run defenses

49ers, Steelers aren't what they used to be

Pittsburgh and San Francisco used to be the big no-nos in terms of rushing defense. You wouldn't want to start any back against one of those defenses. But times change.

In 2011, these defenses were remarkably tough. San Francisco almost went the entire year without allowing a rushing touchdown. Marshawn Lynch finally punched one in against them in Week 16.

Pittsburgh was the only other team that allowed fewer than 8 rushing touchdowns.

2011 RUSHING TOUCHDOWNS ALLOWED
3 San Francisco
7 Pittsburgh

It's been a different story this year. These are the only two defenses that have allowed 6 rushing touchdowns.

2013 RUSHING TOUCHDOWNS ALLOWED
6 San Francisco
6 Pittsburgh

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