Pittsburgh Steelers 2009 NFL Draft

Offense: QB RB FB WR TE OT OG C
Defense: DT NT DE Hybrid DE/OLB OLB ILB FS SS CB
Special Teams: K P RS LS

Top Overall Draft Prospects

NFL Mock Draft

Picks by Round: 1st (32), 2nd (64), 3rd (96), 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 7th, plus any compensatory picks that may be awarded.

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Steelers Draft Needs
Urgent: Despite winning their sixth Super Bowl, the Achilles heal of the Steelers was exposed -- their inconsistent offensive line. The offensive line must be rebuilt in order to provide the push in short-yardage situations and keep the pocket in tact in passing situations. New starters are needed immediately at center and both guard positions. A healthy young franchise left offensive tackle is needed to supplant the often injured Marvel Smith.

Strong: The Steelers need to draft a new powerful starting right offensive tackle, especially for goal-line situations. One day nose tackle Casey Hampton may become virtually immobile due to his girth. A new tackle needs to be drafted now. A kickoff returner who is game-breaker needs to be be drafted.

Moderate: Youth and depth at defensive end, corner, inside linebacker, and outside linebacker could also be addressed during the draft.

Nice to Have: Best possible players to increase team depth and help special teams would also be beneficial.

Wild Card: Will Roethlisberger survive another year of being pummeled by opposing defensive linemen?

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Steelers Draft Board
First Round: Max Unger C/G Oregon, Eben Britton OT Arizona, William Beatty OT Connecticut

Second Round: Duke Robinson OG Oklahoma, Herman Johnson OG LSU, Alex Mack C California, Jamon Meredith OT South Carolina, Phil Loadholt OT Oklahoma

Third Round: Andy Levitre G Oregon State, Eric Wood C Louisville, Alex Boone OT Ohio State, Ron Brace NT Boston College

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