With Darius Slay on the field, says Steelers S Minkah Fitzpatrick, he can play freer, easier, knowing what to expect. While they’ve cycled through veteran CBs in recent years, Slay offers arguably the highest level of play at the right time. At least, that’s what the Steelers are counting on, hoping to get one strong season out of the 34-year-old.
“I think a guy like that is extremely valuable”, Fitzpatrick said of Slay, via the Steelers’ website during OTAs. “He’s covering his side of the field, and you know when you have him man-to-man, or even in zone, you know that it’s solid over there.