What are Pittsburgh Steelers' biggest needs in the 2025 NFL Draft?

Last Modified Apr 25, 2025 12:47 GMT
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The Steelers’ starting offense includes Mason Rudolph at quarterback and Jaylen Warren at running back. The main wide receivers are DK Metcalf, George Pickens, and Calvin Austin III. Pat Freiermuth is the starting tight end. Key backups reportedly include Skylar Thompson, Kenneth Gainwell, Roman Wilson, Darnell Washington, and others.

Pittsburgh Steelers' biggest needs in the 2025 NFL Draft

The Pittsburgh Steelers have six picks in the NFL Draft, including the 21st overall pick in the first round. Their main needs are reportedly defensive tackle, running back, and quarterback. They are also looking to add depth at cornerback (via Sports Illustrated).

Defensive Tackle

Several first-round defensive tackle prospects like Kenneth Grant, Derrick Harmon, and Walter Nolen could be great additions to the Steelers’ defense. (via Yahoo Sport)

Quarterback

In a 2025 NFL mock draft on the NFL’s official website, the Pittsburgh Steelers are projected to pick Will Howard, a senior quarterback from Ohio State, at pick 123 in the fourth round. Meanwhile, Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders is also predicted to be picked by the Steelers unless someone jumps the gun and picks him first.(via NFL's official website)

Running Back

Najee Harris left for the Chargers, so Jaylen Warren will get his chance in 2025. However, the Steelers may still draft a future running back between rounds three and seven. In a 2025 NFL mock draft on the NFL’s official website, the Steelers are projected to pick Georgia running back Trevor Etienne at pick 83 in the third round.

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FAQs on Pittsburgh Steelers Team Needs

A. Mason Rudolph is the starting quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers, as of April 2025.

A. The Pittsburgh Steelers play in the National Football League (NFL) and are a part of the American Football Conference (AFC) North division.

A. Yes, the Pittsburgh Steelers have won six Super Bowl titles, as of April 2025.

A. As of April 2025, the head coach is Mike Tomlin.

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