With a 6-2 record through eight games, the Pittsburgh Steelers are leading the AFC North division and are having a great start to the 2024 NFL season.
However, fans and commentators have expressed concern over star safety Minkah Fitzpatrick’s lack of huge plays. According to Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reporter Ray Fittipaldo on X, Steelers defensive coordinator Terryl Austin, however, is not sharing those worries, explaining that Fitzpatrick’s presence helps stop other teams from “going over the middle of the field.”
According to Austin, “99% of the time, he shores it up for us in the middle of the field.” Teams are hesitant to cross the middle of the field because of him. Not giving up many huge plays is my aim. I think he’s doing a fantastic job if he’s doing that.
Although Fitzpatrick’s lack of spectacular plays may have raised concerns among Steelers supporters, Austin’s guarantees should allay such worries.
At Northwest Stadium, Fitzpatrick and the Steelers will play the Washington Commanders in an attempt to improve their record to 7-2. Kickoff is scheduled for soon after 1:00 PM EST.
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Safety of the Pittsburgh Steelers At Lucas Oil Stadium in the second half against the Indianapolis Colts, Minkah Fitzpatrick (39), responds to a personal foul call.
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Fitzpatrick was traded to the Steelers in September 2019 after being chosen by the Miami Dolphins in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft (11th overall).
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