Miami's defense turned in another strong performance against Pittsburgh, with Marquise Lightfoot leading the Hurricanes with an outstanding 87.0 defensive grade. Lightfoot was particularly impressive in coverage, earning an elite 90.7 grade, while Justin Scott and Xavier Lucas tied for second with 78.8 overall grades. The Hurricanes received contributions across all three levels of the defense, with seven players earning grades above 73.0.
1. Marquise Lightfoot (EDGE) — 87.0
2. Justin Scott (DT) — 78.8
3. Xavier Lucas (CB) — 78.8
4. Kamal Bonner (LB) — 75.6
5. JJ Dunnigan (CB) — 73.8
6. Dylan Day (S) — 73.2
7. Armondo Blount (DT) — 73.1
8. Mohamed Toure (LB) — 73.0
9. Damon Wilson II (EDGE) — 70.4
10. Ahmad Moten Sr. (DT) — 70.4
