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Steelers Shift Play-Calling After Watt Outburst
Steelers move defensive coordinator to sideline after T.J. Watt's frustration with play-calling.
In brief
Steelers move defensive coordinator to sideline after T.J. Watt's frustration with play-calling. Steelers adjusted play-calling by moving defensive coordinator Patrick Graham to sidelines after T.J. Watt's outburst during Week 4 loss to Browns, leading to a 34-22 win over Colts. Originally reported by…
Steelers Adjust Play-Calling
Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt frustrated after Week 4 loss to Browns.
“extremely frustrating to not be sitting here 3-1. It isn’t acceptable”
McCarthy Shifts Play-Calling
Mike McCarthy moves defensive coordinator Patrick Graham to sidelines for Week 5 game.
Graham's Preference
Patrick Graham prefers calling plays from headset rather than sideline.
“It makes it easy for me to see the offensive personnel”
Watt's Outburst
T.J. Watt grabbed headset and ranted to Graham during Week 4 game.
Graham's Support
Graham encouraged players to express emotions during games.
“People always talk about, it’s an emotional game. We’re emotional people”
Steelers Win
Steelers defeat Colts 34-22 in Week 5 game.
Improved Defense
Steelers limit Colts to 15 carries for 45 yards on running game.
The headline
Steelers adjusted play-calling by moving defensive coordinator Patrick Graham to sidelines after T.J. Watt's outburst during Week 4 loss to Browns, leading to a 34-22 win over Colts.
