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
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
2009 NFL Draft Discussions by Team
| • Arizona | • Dallas | • Miami | • Pittsburgh |
| • Atlanta | • Denver | • Minnesota | • San Diego |
| • Baltimore | • Detroit | • New England | • San Francisco |
| • Buffalo | • Green Bay | • New Orleans | • Seattle |
| • Carolina | • Houston | • NY Giants | • St. Louis |
| • Chicago | • Indianapolis | • NY Jets | • Tampa Bay |
| • Cincinnati | • Jacksonville | • Oakland | • Tennessee |
| • Cleveland | • Kansas City | • Philadelphia | • Washington |

