There is nothing more impactful in the NFL than a player’s most recent performance. It reminds the coaching staff and front office why they believed certain X-factors were worth welcoming into the franchise — and worth paying handsomely. When things are going well on the field, everyone involved — the players, coaches, front office, and fans — gets to feel that spark of excitement again. The Pittsburgh Steelers are familiar with that feeling this week.
Their decision to invest in seasoned safety Kyle Dugger is paying off exponentially better than many expected. Sure, the six-year veteran built a strong reputation during his time in New England.