3 players Pittsburgh Steelers can sign with Bud Dupree’s money
1. Haason Reddick
Dupree was a good edge-rusher for the Steelers, but he was never anything close to dominant from the edge. Gambling on a player like Reddick who has that sort of upside could pay off handsomely for Pittsburgh in free agency.
Reddick’s first several seasons in Arizona profiled him as a potential first round bust, but his production exploded in 2020. The Cardinals’ coaching staff simplified his role and he responded with a 13 sack campaign. He might struggle to replicate that feat in 2021, but another double-digit sack season isn’t out of the question.
The former Temple star also profiles as a perfect fit to take Dupree’s spot along the edge of Tomlin’s defense. He’s never going to provide a team much as a run defender, but his elite speed from the perimeter makes him a nightmare for opposing tackles. Pittsburgh has the sort of defense to let Reddick do what he does best the vast majority of the time.
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The sheer quantity of established edge rushers in this year’s free agent class gives the Steelers a chance to sign Reddick to a relatively modest deal if they move quickly. Landing him should be a priority for Pittsburgh’s front office.