Payton Wilson details Steelers defense adapting to new system
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 7:45 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Payton Wilson discussed the defense's transition under new coordinator Patrick Graham during training camp on August 6, 2026. Wilson highlighted the challenges posed by facing physical running backs like Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle. He noted the defense's improvement in learning Graham's concepts and emphasized the importance of maintaining sharp tackling fundamentals despite limited contact in practice. With veteran leadership in place, Wilson aims to secure an expanded role in the linebacker rotation this season.
- •Payton Wilson spoke with reporters at training camp on August 6, 2026.
- •The defense is adapting to Patrick Graham's scheme and practice tempo.
- •Wilson highlighted the physicality of running backs Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle.
- •The defense is making progress in mastering new concepts, according to Wilson.
- •Wilson aims for an expanded role in the linebacker rotation this season.
- 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — Payton Wilson breaks down Steelers defense learning Graham’s system
"Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Payton Wilson breaks down how the defense is adapting to Patrick Graham's scheme and facing Jaylen Warren.
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