Danny Crossman

Special Teams Coordinator, Pittsburgh Steelers (PIT).

Quick Facts

• Role: Special Teams Coordinator
• Team: Pittsburgh Steelers (PIT)
• NFL experience: 33 years
• Reports to: Mike McCarthy (Head Coach)
• Coaching tree: see Coaching Trees

Background

Danny Crossman is in his first season as the Steelers' special teams coordinator in 2026. This season marks his 23rd in the League. Previously, Crossman spent the last six seasons with the Dolphins. He joined the organization in 2019 as a special teams coordinator. He also served as assistant head coach in 2021. The 2026 season marks Crossman's 33rd coaching special teams. He has been a special teams coordinator for the following NFL organizations previously: Carolina (2005-09), Detroit (2010-12), Buffalo (2013-18), and Miami (2019-2024).

Scheme & Fantasy Angle

As special teams coordinator, Crossman oversees the kicking and return units, which contribute kicker scoring and the return/blocked-kick plays that factor into DST fantasy output.