Behind The Steel Curtain

The first rush of NFL Free Agency is in the books, and each team’s biggest needs are becoming clearer by the day. With much having transpired over the past couple weeks, it is time for a new Steelers mock draft! The unexpected signing of Isaac Seumalo has made the drafting of an offensive lineman early seem rather unlikely in the early rounds, while both the losses and acquisitions on defense indicate a defense-heavy draft. Cole Holcomb and Elandon Roberts will help compensate the loss of last year’s starters, but the team is still in need of a rangy coverage linebacker. With the loss of Terrell Edmunds, this makes the need even greater. Cornerback and safety are other areas where the Steelers currently lack depth, as both Cameron Sutton and Terrell Edmunds are gone. Patrick Peterson is a viable replacement and potential upgrade from Sutton, but there is no free agent currently available that is certain to replicate what Edmunds did for the Steelers, especially when it comes to covering tight ends.