Former Packers’ OLB Preston Smith’s unexpected trade to the Steelers adds valuable depth to the defense, and was surprising to fans alike.

Newly acquired Pittsburgh Steelers (6-2) outside linebacker Preston Smith revealed Wednesday he requested a trade away from the Green Bay Packers (6-3). Smith, 31, cited an unnatural fit in first-year Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley‘s 4-3 scheme.

The Pittsburgh Steelers made the expected acquisition of a veteran receiver ahead of the NFL's trade deadline, trading for former New York Jets wideout Mike Williams. Pittsburgh then surprised many when they traded for former Green Bay Packers edge rusher Preston Smith,