The Steelers will also hope Graham's experience with a 3-4 defense will help ease the transition into new leadership for Pittsburgh veterans like Watt and Heyward. McCarthy confirmed during his introductory press conference Tuesday that he saw staying with the Steelers' longtime defensive scheme as "important."

Mike McCarthy's introductory press conference as the Pittsburgh Steelers' new head coach.

As the McCarthy-led Steelers prepare interviews with candidates for their new coaching staff, here’s a defensive coordinator scouting report on Las Vegas Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham.

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy reportedly is looking toward some of his former colleagues to fill out his coaching staff.

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Steelers defensive line coach Karl Dunbar is not expected to be retained ( reported Jan. 27 ).