For the Pittsburgh Steelers, this wasn't simply a cliche. It was a way of life. The organization built its reputation for decades around an intimidating defense that started in the 1970s with the Steel Curtain and continued into the '90s as Blitzburgh and well into the new millennium under the watchful eye of defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau.
The Steelers have recently lost their way.
In order for the franchise to be considered a legitimate contender in the AFC this fall, new coordinator Keith Butler must adjust to today's NFL and instantly improve a corrosive defense.