Steelers Eye Big Tackle Move in Draft Mocks

The Steelers are looking to fill a key spot on their offensive line, and mock drafts are pointing that way. Analysts from ESPN, CBS Sports, and NFL. com all suggest the team will use their 21st pick to grab a new tackle. The most common choice is Kadyn Proctor from Alabama, a big 6‑foot‑7 guard who could replace the injured Broderick Jones. Some experts even think a tackle from Georgia, Monroe Freeling, might be the right fit. When it comes to picks after the first round, most mock drafts line up around the same players. In the second round, a wide receiver from Tennessee or a cornerback from Indiana are popular picks. The third round usually sees a quarterback from LSU, a defensive tackle from Texas A&M, or a wide receiver from Georgia. These picks show that the Steelers are also looking to add depth on offense and defense, not just tackle.One analyst from NFL. com chose a different route. Instead of picking another tackle, he recommends selecting a wide receiver, Omar Cooper Jr. , from Indiana. This would give the Steelers a strong option to pair with their new receivers, DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. The idea is that the team could strengthen its passing game while still addressing the tackle need later. Another mock by ESPN’s Matt Miller also picks Proctor, arguing that Broderick Jones has not lived up to his first‑round potential and needs a replacement. The mock also suggests adding a guard from Iowa in the third round to help the line’s interior strength. Overall, the mock drafts show a clear trend: the Steelers are likely to prioritize an offensive tackle at pick 21, with several analysts backing Proctor or Freeling. After that, the team will look to fill other gaps with receivers, quarterbacks, and defensive players in the following rounds.