Steelers Draft Class: Depth and Versatility

0:00It's April 26, I'm Cory with the story, and this is NFL News Today Football News, powered by AI. Pittsburgh Steelers snagged a solid draft class this year, focusing on depth across the lines and skill spots. Rookie's like offensive tackle, Max Iheonakor, and wide receiver Jeremy Bernard look prime for early snaps, with Bernard sliding right into the number. Three receiver roll for versatility. Meanwhile, quarterback Drew Aller figures to battle for the third string spot behind veterans, staying inactive most weeks. On the line, Gargginning's Dunker stands out as the fast riser, potentially grabbing the starting left-guard job mid-season, even if not week one. Wide-out Kaden Wetgin, a fourth-round return specialist, locks down Plent and kick-doodies while rounding out the depth chart as the fifth receiver. Titan Riley Noakowski makes the squad by default, but sits unless injuries hit the top guys. Fans already buzzing about running back Eli Heidenreich, pegged as a training camp standout

1:02who could snag the fourth back spot if he shines on. Special teams. Cornerback Dailin Everett brings elite athleticism, but needs coaching on coverage, likely starting as the extra inactive corner. Defensive tackle Gabriel Rubio and safety Robert Spears Jennings fill gaps left by offseason cuts, with Rubio eyeing practice squad time and... Jennings developing as a run-stuffer for future rotations. These picks aren't instant stars, but smart ads for competition and injury insurance. Expect this group to contribute steadily, building the roster without forcing starters, setting up Pittsburgh for a gritty push as they gel through the year.