Steelers Chalk Talk: How might Patrick Graham improve the pass rush in Pittsburgh?

About this episode

The episode discusses how new defensive coordinator Patrick Graham might enhance the Pittsburgh Steelers' pass rush.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been known for getting after the quarterback in their rich history of defensive football. But will that continue under new defensive coordinator Patrick Graham? If so, how might Graham improve the team's ability to rush the passer? That's the topic of this week's Steelers Chalk Talk with Coach Kevin Smith. This podcast is a part of the Steel Curtain Network, a proud member of the Fans First Sports Network. Check out Meinelschmidt Distillery at meineldistillery.com and use the code SCNJUN to save 10% at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Kevin Smith

Topics covered

• Pittsburgh Steelers
• defensive football
• pass rush
• Patrick Graham
• NFL
• Coach Kevin Smith

Keywords

• Pittsburgh Steelers
• Patrick Graham
• pass rush
• defensive coordinator
• NFL
• defense
• Coach Kevin Smith

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Meinelschmidt Distillery

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Organizations: Steel Curtain Network, Fans First Sports Network

Products: SCNJUN

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