From 20th to 1st. That’s Cam Heyward’s goal. Speaking to reporters shortly after reporting to training camp Tuesday, Heyward said he wants Pittsburgh’s defense to return to an elite level. And not just elite but the best group in football.
“All that being said I think we should have the No. 1 defense,” he told reporters as transcribed by Steelers.com’s Teresa Varley excellent Day One camp blog. “We understand our goals. We understand where we fell short last year. Our aspirations are to be the No. 1 defense every time we step out there.”
Pittsburgh fell short in plenty of categories last year but none more obvious or severe than their run defense.