Pro Football Focus’ Ben Linsey recently updated his list of the biggest strengths, weaknesses, and X-factors for each NFL team. Following the 53-man roster cuts this week, there were some shake-ups in several squads. As for the Pittsburgh Steelers, there were some familiar faces returning to Linsey’s publication.
In terms of the biggest X-factor for Pittsburgh, that title goes to Ahkello Witherspoon. He was signed earlier this offseason to a two-year deal worth $8 million. Responsible for three interceptions and nine pass deflections last season, Witherspoon will be counted on to be the top cornerback, well, by default according to Linsey.