There were high hopes for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offensive line this year, especially after investing five draft picks over the last two years in the group. The line was expected to be young, but the silver lining was that the two guard positions were to be held down by the unit’s two most veteran players.
No matter what configuration of tackles the Steelers used, there would be a veteran next to each young player at all times. This helps with communication and making calls at the line so everybody knows who they are supposed to be blocking. It also helps to have a veteran operating the silent count.