Playing 100% of the snaps and serving as the defensive hub of communication was difficult in Year 1 for Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen. It led to some struggles not only within his game, but within the defense as well, particularly down the stretch.
Communication issues were huge for the Steelers late in the season and contributed to their five-game losing streak to end a once promising season in ugly fashion. At the center of those communication issues was Queen, who took over the green dot duties after signing with the Steelers on a three-year, $41 million deal in free agency.