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Teryl Austin: Beanie Bishop Jr Has A ‘Short Memory,’ Knew He Would Bounce Back

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After a rough performance in Week 5 against the Dallas Cowboys, Pittsburgh Steelers CB Beanie Bishop Jr. got a show of faith from defensive coordinator Teryl Austin, who said he thought Bishop would bounce back. Two weeks later, Bishop bounced back in a big way, turning the tide in Pittsburgh’s 37-15 win in Week 7 over the New York Jets with two interceptions. The Steelers outscored New York 31-0 after his first interception with 1:15 left in the first half and set up Pittsburgh’s first touchdown. Speaking to the media today, Austin praised Bishop’s “short memory” and said the game was good for Bishop’s “long-term growth.