The Cleveland Browns will have new defensive coordinators to deal with against both the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens. The Ravens filled their position by bringing back a former coach with John Harbaugh stealing back from his brother Jim Harbaugh.
When long-time Steelers coach Keith Butler retired, some wondered if Pittsburgh would hire Wink Martindale, the defensive coordinator that Baltimore fired.
Pittsburgh tried to interview New York Giants DC Patrick Graham before he took the same job with the Las Vegas Raiders. With Graham off the market, the Steelers are reportedly turning to one of their own to take over the defense with Teryl Austin getting the nod, reportedly:
Steelers are finalizing deal with Teryl Austin to become new defensive coordinator, per source. Working out details today. The expected move getting done. @gerrydulac 1st.
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) February 6, 2022
Austin has bounced around the league and college since entering coaching at his alma mater Penn State in 1991. He has interviewed for a number of head coaching positions including with the Cleveland Browns at one point.
Pittsburgh added Austin to their defensive staff before the 2019 season where he has held multiple roles for Mike Tomlin. Familiar with the team’s players, Austin should help a smooth transition for the Steelers defense.
