Overview
- Zac Jackson of The Athletic reported that Pittsburgh intends to appoint Peko to replace longtime defensive line coach Karl Dunbar.
- Local outlets echoed the report and noted the team has not issued an official announcement.
- Peko, 41, played 15 NFL seasons with 214 games for the Bengals, Broncos, Ravens and Cardinals, earning a reputation as a stout run defender.
- His coaching path includes a 2024 stint with Mike McCarthy’s Cowboys staff tied to Mike Zimmer and a 2025 season under Deion Sanders at Colorado.
- He is expected to oversee a group led by veteran Cam Heyward alongside 2025 first-round pick Derrick Harmon.