As noted by Bob Labriola of Steelers.com, first-year, first-time NFL head coaches prefer to be surrounded by coaches and players who they handpick.
The Pittsburgh Steelers go so far as to instruct their scouting staff to keep an eye on these particular situations, as bargain deals (and steals) can often be made.
Here are four recent examples of players who landed in Pittsburgh after being released or traded by a team with a new head coach.