When the Steelers officially announced on Tuesday that longtime linebackers coach Keith Butler would replace Dick LeBeau as defensive coordinator next season, it should not have come as a surprise. After all, if we have learned anything about this storied franchise over the years, it's that loyalty and continuity are valued as much as anything. That might sound a touch ironic in this case. After all, LeBeau is already rumored to be heading to Arizona to continue coaching after resigning after ... Read More
Keith Butler named Steelers new defensive coordinator
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker coach Keith Butler has been patiently waiting. That wait has paid off as Butler was announced today as the Steelers new defensive coordinator, replacing Hall of Famer Dick LeBeau, who resigned shortly after the regular season ended. Butler has been long thought of to be LeBeau's future replacement. Now it is officially Butler's time. The Steelers have thought very highly of Butler for some time now as they reportedly would have blocked him from ... Read More