Steelers' Draft: Raw Talent, Big Potential

0:00On May 1st, Pittsburgh Steelers snagged 10 picks in the 2026 NFL draft, flipping the script on their usual style under GM Omar Khan. It was a rollercoaster weekend with some smart swings and head scratchers, landing the class Mutagraids overall. Think mostly bees and seas, a few a's. Mixed with bees, kicked off with first round offensive tackle, Max Ihanakur from Arizona State, a raw athlete they're banking on for long-term lion's stability despite his late start in football. Day two started strong trading up for Alabama-wide receiver, Jeremy Bernard, a reliable slot guy who fits perfect as a possession threat. Fans and analysts hit paws on the surprises, like that third round quarterback Drew Allor from Penn State feeling a tad early given his mechanics. Mess, or cornerback, Dailin Everett's raw traits, not quite clicking yet. Still, it shook up the roster depth, especially with vets like Troy Fautanu holding down spots. Later rounds brought value gems, such as third round interior linemen Jennings Dunker,

1:04from Iowa, a maller projected as an instinct guard starter, and, seventh round steals in safety. Robert Spears Jennings and running back Eli Hydenreich for Specialteams Pop. A fourth round return specialist, raised eyebrows as a reach though. These moves aim to rebuild the trenches and add weapons, but it'll come down to coaching development, turning potential into pros, watch how this class. Dails come training camp.