{"id":3939,"date":"2024-09-25T03:26:45","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T03:26:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportnews.drinkfood.info\/?p=3939"},"modified":"2024-09-25T03:26:45","modified_gmt":"2024-09-25T03:26:45","slug":"pittsburgh-steelers-get-big-free-agency-steal-in-6-million-safety-per-br","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportnews.drinkfood.info\/?p=3939","title":{"rendered":"Pittsburgh Steelers Get Big Free Agency Steal in $6 Million Safety, per BR.."},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Pittsburgh<\/p>\n

Even early into this season, no one would have expected the Pittsburgh Steelers to go on a three-game winning streak to start their campaign. As it stands, this would be impossible if the team didn\u2019t land DeShon Elliott in free agency this year.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Steelers have been gaining attention for their savvy acquisition of Elliott, praised as one of the top free-agent steals early in the 2024 NFL season. This is due to the safety\u2019s impactful performance since joining the team, noting his ability to enhance the team\u2019s already formidable defense.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Pittsburgh
Sep 22, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins (27) runs the ball against Pittsburgh Steelers safety DeShon Elliott (25) during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Elliott, who previously played for the Miami Dolphins, boasts an impressive track record, including three seasons with over 80 tackles. His versatility has allowed the Steelers to deploy him effectively, contributing to their defensive strategy. In just two weeks, he has made 13 tackles, recorded an interception, and allowed only a single eight-yard reception on six targets. This kind of performance has made him a valuable asset alongside star safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, allowing the latter to take more risks and roam freely on the field.<\/p>\n