When the Steelers started making adjustments to their coaching staff, most fans wanted Butler to be one of the names removed. After three years as defensive coordinator, most people have seen enough, bringing in young talent and not turning it into much.
With the wanted firing, though, some realized they didn’t want Butler gone completely, just removed from his role. Defensive coordinator may be too much for him to handle, but he’s proven already that he can turn a group of linebackers into stars.
So, if the Steelers were going to remove him, they were hopefully going to demote him to linebacker coach.