Steelers Draft Max Iheanachor, Fans Divided

0:00It's April 28th, you're listening to NFL News Today, AI-powered NFL coverage. The 2026 NFL Draft just wrapped in Pittsburgh, and Steelers Nation turned out in record numbers, 805,000 fans. Shattered the old mark set by Detroit. The team snagged 10 picks to plug key holes, but the first round choice of tackle, Max Ihanakor, has everyone buzzing and beefing. Earlier this week, drama hit when the Eagles traded up one spot, snatching wide-out Mackay Lemon right before Pittsburgh's turn. Reports say the Steelers were chatting with Lemon on the phone as it went down, and Whisper's point to Cowboys' connections on staff, tipping off Dallas. To block the move, fans are split down the middle-scroll socials, or hit a yinzer bar, and you'll hear it loud. Some staffers and supporters jump for joy over Ihanakor, calling him a gym for offensive line depth, especially with Broderick Jones nursing a neck injury. Others rose the process hard, saying the front office got outplayed and slept on trading

1:02a late pick to jump ahead. They argue it signals the end of the Jones era and wasted a shot at a receiver, even if Ihanakor fits the need. Time will test if this tackle bet pays off over flashy WR dreams, but one thing's clear. The black and gold's draft keeps the debate alive all.