Is Keeanu Benton’s long-term future at DE—or even with the Steelers?
The Steelers are adamant that Keeanu Benton is the right size to play nose tackle here, but is it optimal? Recently, DL coach Karl Dunbar invoked Javon Hargrave in defending Benton’s size. But that got me thinking about Benton’s future, and if it might look like Hargrave’s—without the Steelers.
The Steelers drafted Hargrave in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft, and he started immediately. While he played well and improved over time, he only truly blossomed outside of the Steelers’ 3-4 confinement.