Change is hard for any NFL team, especially when you’re as rooted in tradition as the Steelers are.
But after letting long-time defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau go this offseason, they’re realizing things are going to be different under his long-time assistant Keith Butler.
Via Robert Klemko of TheMMQB.com, Steelers defensive end Cameron Hayward said the differences are evident, if subtle on the field.
“I would think our defense will be pretty similar,” Heyward said. “But there may be some conceptual changes, some more blitzes he wants to add. I think he wants to generate more turnovers and get more one-on-ones up front where we’re maximizing everyone’s talents and making sure everyone has a chance to get after the quarterback or get a turnover.