Ike Taylor - Defensive Back

Ike Taylor, After signing a cushy contract extension before the 2006 season, Ike was singled out last year by coach Bill Cowher. In November, Taylor had an atrocious game against the Broncos. Javon Walker put up 134 yards, two scores and a 72-yard reverse TD run, all at the expense of Taylor. Shortly after that game, Ike found himself riding the bench. He didn't start for five straight games, before finally starting the final game of the season. Taylor is happy to see the beginning of the Tomlin era, and he hopes the new coach with the DB-credentials can help mold him into a Pro Bowler.