Ryan Shazier Archives

The Optimist’s Take – Youth Movement On Defense

While the Pittsburgh Steelers may have gained some tangible evidence of improvement, improving their win total by three games and hosting a...

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Steelers Need Sophomore Leap From LB Ryan Shazier

When the Pittsburgh Steelers grabbed Ohio State linebacker Ryan Shazier with the 15th selection of the 2014 NFL Draft, it was clear...

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Keith Butler Must Be Both Defensive Coordinator And Ego Checker

As longtime Pittsburgh Steelers linebackers coach Keith Butler begins his transition from position coach to defensive coordinator, one of the more interesting...

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Steelers 2014 Draft Class Review – LB Ryan Shazier

While it has been true for many years in recent times that the Pittsburgh Steelers have gotten little productivity on offense or...

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Steelers 2014 Draft Class Review – Season Overview

They say you can’t judge a draft class until after the players have had a few years in the league. No fan...

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76 Underclassmen Have Declared For 2015 NFL Draft

76 college underclassmen have decided to enter the 2015 NFL Draft this year and while they have until Monday to change their...

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Playoff Loss Shows Steelers Still At A Loss About How To Use Dri Archer

It’s difficult to speak to the success or failure of a draft class in their rookie season, in all cases. Regardless of...

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Steelers vs Ravens Wildcard Round Film Review: Daniel McCullers

In their first playoff game in three years, the Pittsburgh Steelers got significant contributions—at least in terms of playing time—from many of...

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What If The Steelers Had Signed Elvis Dumervil Instead Of The Ravens?

There are numerous “what ifs?” that exist in the sports world. Some are franchise altering decisions that completely shift the landscaping hierarchy...