New Pittsburgh Steelers coordinators shared their visions for key players and schemes during Friday's pre-draft media sessions at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Defensive coordinator Patrick Graham praised T.J. Watt and outlined a flexible defense, while offensive coordinator Brian Angelichio highlighted the tight end group. Special teams coordinator Danny Crossman expressed hope for draft help on returns.
Pittsburgh Steelers defensive coordinator Patrick Graham expressed excitement about working with edge rusher T.J. Watt, calling it a 'privilege' and noting his discipline and elite production. Graham hinted at schematic adjustments to counter teams scheming against Watt, who recorded seven sacks in 14 games last season. 'It’s April. Trust me, we’ve got some stuff cooking,' Graham said via the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s YouTube channel, teasing a three-outside linebacker package with Watt, Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig.
