Steelers Casting New Ideas in Hopes of Same Results

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Published: May 28, 2009

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... 2009 draft came and went, the typical low-key free agents were signed, and the coaches who led the Steelers to Super Bowl glory are still in their same spot. 

However, that doesn't mean that the men of steel won't change. 

Whether it is on offense or defense, the Steelers can look toward training camp with an eye on not only solidifying what has worked so well, but also on new techniques that will enhance the Super Bowl champions. 

On defense, the arrival of first-round draft pick Evander "Ziggy" Hood could add a whole new scheme to defensive coordinator Dick Lebeau's defense.

Hood, who played defensive tackle at the University of Missouri, has reportedly been playing that position in a 4-3 defense at offseason team activities (OTAs).

A full switch to the 4-3 isn't likely, nor even close to a reality after the Steelers dominated offenses with their staple 3-4 defense, but a hybrid defense is possible.

Lebeau is known to mix ...

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