The Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense has improved this year for a variety of reasons. A strong interior pass rush. Its depth at inside linebacker.
But you can’t forget the contribution Mike Mitchell has made to this team, a pleasant surprise after his injury-marred debut year. Keith Butler recognized that Thursday.
“Him getting well and him getting more comfortable in the defense and what we’re doing. Studying it a little bit more. He’s put a lot of effort into what we’re doing and why we’re doing it.”
Mitchell played through two pulled groins last year, still managing to participate in all sixteen games.