The Steelers’ captain gives his thoughts on Preston Smith.
The Pittsburgh Steelers made two trades at the trade deadline, bringing in wide receiver Mike Williams from the New York Jets and edge rusher Preston Smith from the Green Bay Packers.
On the latest episode of Not Just Football, Cam Heyward gave his thoughts on Smith and what his addition will do for the Steelers’ defense.
“Adding Preston, I’ve always been a big fan of his game when he was in Green Bay,” Heyward said. I remember when him and Za’Darius [Smith] were killin’ it. Watching his game and watching him have success out there, it only adds to our group. Having him, T.J. Alex, Herbig, even Moon. These guys, you put them together, it allows everybody to stay fresh. it allows everybody to contribute in different ways. But [he] really solidifies our outside linebacker group.”
The Steelers have arguably the most complete set of pass rushers in the NFL, and Smith could play somewhat of a Markus Golden role that we saw in 2023.