Much has been made about how the Steelers' defense would benefit from a return to health by strong safety Troy Polamalu and defensive end Aaron Smith. The same may also be true when it comes to outside linebacker James Harrison. The three-time Pro Bowler played the second half of last season with a variety of injuries, including a strained biceps that compromised his strength and, ultimately, his ability to take down opposing quarterbacks. Healthy again, Harrison is looking to trump what he accomplished in 2008, when he set a Steelers' single-season record in sacks and copped NFL Defensive Player of the Year honors. "I really want to try to get something like 22 sacks," Harrison said Monday. "I'm going to shoot high. If I come under it, oh well." Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Timmons is aiming high as well. I'm stoked to see our LB corps, especially with Woodley grumping about the lack of contract. He's going to be lights out this year so it drives up his price. They will be beastly.
