The Pittsburgh Steelers have won two straight games to begin the 2024 season, but it hasn't been pretty. The offense has only been able to muster up 31 total points; however, a stout defense led by TJ Watt has stifled both the Atlanta Falcons and Denver Broncos. The unit has let up only 16 points in both contests, leading to optimism throughout the Steel City regarding the unit.

One individual expected to play a huge role throughout the year is Patrick Queen . The front office signed the former Baltimore Ravens linebacker to the largest free agent contract in team history. "I just don't think he's playing good football right now.

He's having a tough time engaging offensive linemen and getting off those linemen," Hoke said. "I see him getting knocked back too much and getting locked up, and that's not his game. His game is more of a speed game where he's got to get over the top.

" Hoke noted that Queen's performances have left him scratching his head, and the linebacker apparently thinks the same of Hoke's comments critiquing him. Queen took to X and it sure seemed like he was referring to Hoke's criticisms. Idk what you watching His social media post was pretty simple, and there could be a number of media pundits talking badly about Queen's game right now, but the timing and Hoke speaking on local television could certainly lead one to believe that Queen wasn't fond of the comments.

No one said it would be easy for Queen, or any player joining a new organization, not to need s.