NFL Takeaways: 32 Truths Ahead Of Opening Day
By Erik Lambert
Jul 27, 2015; Latrobe, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Bud Dupree (48) participates in drills during training camp at Saint Vincent College. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Pittsburgh Steelers
Bud Dupree and Jarvis Jones look like a formidable duo
Pass rush has been lacking for the Pittsburgh Steelers defense the past few years. Part of it has been the struggle of transitioning from the old guard to younger player. As age-defiant as James Harrison continues to be, the success of this unit in 2015 depends on how their two 1st round picks in Jarvis Jones and Bud Dupree are able to develop. First signs are more than encouraging. Both notched sacks in the preseason victory over the Packers, offering a glimpse of how dynamic and violent that front can be.
There is still work to do but they (specifically Jones) can stay healthy.
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