After years of subpar coverage defenses, the Steelers finally got it right

Steelers Wire is taking a look at the players who make the secondary so good.

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CB Steven Nelson

Steven Nelson came to the Steelers last offseason as a free agent from the Kansas City Chiefs to the tune of 3 years/$25.5 million. He and Haden became a fearsome twosome in the secondary.

Nelson was the best CB of the group, with a PFF coverage grade of 80.3. In 583 coverage snaps, Nelson allowed just 37 receptions on 63 targets for a completion percentage of 49 percent.

On Sunday Night Football versus the Bills, Nelson brought in his first INT as a Steeler and returned it 33 yards.

This season, with experience in the Steelers’ system, expect him to only get better.