While things have not been perfect, in the first year of a new front office regime, one thing you can argue is that they’ve done a better job insulating themselves than they have in recent years. The Pittsburgh Steelers were down their top three or four safeties and top three inside linebackers last time out and still managed to play well on defense.
Part of the recipe is seeking versatility, and Patrick Peterson got the chance to put his money where his mouth is last time out. The former All-Pro cornerback started at safety against the Cincinnati Bengals given all the injuries they have there, and he played well, including an interception.