Category: Dick LeBeaus resignation caught Steelers by surprise
has left the Steel City, but could the defensive wizard wind up coaching elsewhere next season?NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Josh Reynolds Jersey NFL GameDay Morning that caught the by surprise, per sources involved in the situation.While some in the organization were clear that LeBeau could stay as long as he wanted, the longtime coach thought it was time to go, Rapoport was Bud Dupree Jersey told. It's believed that LeBeau, 77, wanted to depart alongside veterans such as cornerback and safety , who are unlikely to be back with Pittsburgh in 2015.The logical heir apparent for LeBeau is Keith Butler, who the tried to hire away last offseason. The blocked the move, perhaps paving the way for Butler -- the team's long-tenured linebackers coach Bobby Hart Jersey -- to take over Pittsburgh's coordinating duties.As for LeBeau, his future remains in question. Rapoport noted that both the and Elijah Molden Jersey have emerged as the most likely landing spots if the coach takes another job. With connections to in Arizona and in Tenne see, a consulting gig -- if not a coaching role -- looms as the potential next step for the Jevon Kearse Jersey celebrated defensive play-caller.The latest Around The NFL Podcast and breaks down the Manning-Luck matchup. Find more Around The NFL content on .