His predecessor Mularkey was known for creating flashy trick plays .
Whisenhunt showed great success as more of a cautious innovator , whose well - timed trick plays contrasted the conservative Steelers run game .
Although his predecessor Mularkey was known for creating flashy trick plays , Whisenhunt showed great success as more of a cautious innovator , whose well - timed trick plays contrasted the conservative Steelers run game .