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Teryl Austin has become the scapegoat for the underlying Steelers problem

The Pittsburgh Steelers fell to 1-1 after a frustrating 31-17 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, and two weeks into the NFL season, the story feels all too familiar. Once again, the Steelers look outcoached, unprepared, and completely underwhelming on defense despite boasting the highest-paid unit in the league.

For years, fans have been told that change was coming under Mike Tomlin, but those promises have proven empty. After ending last season on a five-game losing streak, the logical move would have been to shake up the coaching staff. Instead, almost the entire group of yes-men assistants returned.