The Pittsburgh Steelers have made a surprise move by trading for Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith, adding depth to their secondary. Former NFL tackle Terron Armstead believes Ramsey’s skills make him an ideal candidate to fill the void left by Minkah Fitzpatrick at safety. With the team signing Darius Slay and Joey Porter Jr., Armstead thinks the Steelers see Ramsey as a potential solution to their safety concerns. Despite having never played in the NFL, Ramsey has shown incredible athleticism and instincts, making a safety transition possible.
Armstead, who recently retired, spent two seasons with Ramsey, and his experience is key to understanding what could be expected from the talented cornerback. The team’s corner situation seems set with Porter as an outside starter, but slot corner remains a question mark. However, Ramsey’s adaptability makes him well-suited for multiple roles on defense.
While some may doubt Ramsey’s ability to make the jump to safety, Armstead believes his former teammate can thrive in this new role and even become an All-Pro safety. It’s worth noting that few players have seamlessly made such a transition, but Ramsey’s past willingness to change positions might help him recapture his former success.
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