Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo report from Steelers practice ahead of an NFL Week 18 matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals. They recap comments from DeShon Elliott and Teryl Austin on the defense's bickering following the Week 17 loss to Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs. Does Elliott regret any of his comments? Why does Austin believe the bickering is a healthy sign? What role has Minkah Fitzpatrick played in the defense's struggles against the past? And have communication issues been resolved in the week since the defeat?
Our duo tackles those questions and more. Including: Could Cole Holcomb and Roman Wilson still return from long-term injury this season? And what will Joey Porter Jr. add to the defense after a shorter absence?
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