The Pittsburgh Steelers have undergone a lot of change this year—even if they have taken steps to minimize how significant that change is. Kevin Colbert stepped down as general manager. They promoted Omar Khan. Ben Roethlisberger retired. They drafted the quarterback who played at Heinz Field for the past five years.
Likewise, defensive coordinator Keith Butler retired, and in his place, they promoted Teryl Austin, who has coordinating experience elsewhere. But he has been in the Steelers’ system for two years now; how much change can he bring?
We’ll find out over the course of the season, but he’ll also have some new pieces to work with—among those most notable being cornerback Levi Wallace, who was signed this offseason to replace Joe Haden.