A new coaching staff led to the creation of a new role for Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Nick Herbig. Though his stats so far are underwhemling, his position coach C.J. Ah You is happy with how the first five weeks have…
Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebackers coach C.J. Ah You expressed satisfaction with how the defense is utilizing Nick Herbig, describing him as a versatile "Swiss Army Knife." Under the new coaching staff, Herbig has taken on an expanded role across the first five weeks of the season, aligning off the line of scrimmage for one-third of his snaps.
Despite Ah You's positive assessment, writer Alex Kozora notes that Herbig's statistical output remains modest, featuring zero sacks and two quarterback hits. Kozora suggests that an upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers presents an opportunity for Herbig to generate more pressure and justify his contract extension.
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