I mean to say that there is a compelling argument for why they should, not necessarily that they will. This piece is not intended as a counterpoint to Carlos’ post regarding the Steelers youth movement. It’s intended as an acknowledgement of where the team is and what we can reasonably expect at the backup DE position as the roster currently sits.
Cam Thomas, sometimes referred to as CFT, is currently the Steelers top backup at defensive end. Late in the 2014 season, after Stephon Tuitt became a starter in week 14, Thomas played an average of only 11.