He was able to develop players such as Mark Bruener and Jay Riemersma , both considered past their prime , into excellent blocking backs .
In 2001 , Whisenhunt was hired by the Steelers to coach their tight ends .
Whisenhunt was able to develop players such as Mark Bruener and Jay Riemersma , both considered past their prime , into excellent blocking backs .
In 2001 , Whisenhunt was hired by the Steelers to coach their tight ends .