It takes a special breed in football to play special teams. It’s a demanding, thankless job.
But in Pittsburgh, it’s something guys want to be part of and play their tails off for.
That’s a testament to the culture special teams coordinator Danny Smith has helped create during his time with the Black and Gold. That culture has also led to three straight weeks with a blocked kick after veteran defensive lineman Dean Lowry blocked a field goal against the New York Jets on Sunday Night Football in the Steelers’ 37-15 win.
Prior to Lowry’s blocked field goal, Isaiahh Loudermilk blocked a field goal in Week 5 against the Dallas Cowboys, and outside linebacker Jeremiah Moon blocked a punt in Week 6 against Las Vegas.