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Steelers’ Jalen Ramsey Makes Surprising Admission About Position Switch

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a defensive back who can line up just about anywhere, every coach's dream when drawing up a game plan. There's just one catch.

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 12:05 AM
Steelers’ Jalen Ramsey Makes Surprising Admission About Position Switch
Key Things to Know
  • Jalen Ramsey admitted his transition to a versatile defensive role has been a challenging adjustment.
  • Ramsey explained that playing multiple roles requires seeing whole formations and making pre-snap calls.
  • Defensive coordinator Patrick Graham deploys the eight-time Pro Bowler across safety, nickel, and edge positions.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey admitted that adjusting to his versatile role under defensive coordinator Patrick Graham has been a significant learning process. Ramsey stated the switch from his traditional cornerback matchup role to handling safety, slot, and edge responsibilities is "hella different" due to pre-snap reads and team communication.

While Ramsey noted the expanded role is fun, it requires him to make checks and align teammates across various defensive formations. The article notes that Pittsburgh's secondary must maintain sharp communication to avoid blown coverages as Ramsey continues to shift positions across the defense.

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