Tim Benz: Want the Steelers to make a splash at the draft? Here’s a way to do it that makes sense Steelers general manager Omar Khan has faced mounting pressure to make a bold move at the NFL Draft, but the article argues that the team’s best strategy lies in a calculated approach rather than chasing short-term fan excitement. The focus is on balancing immediate needs with long-term development, particularly in a draft class that features a deep wide receiver group and a strong offensive line prospect pool. The piece highlights the common misconception that a high-profile pick is necessary to satisfy the fanbase. Instead, it emphasizes the importance of selecting the best available player, regardless of position. For example, if the top guard or nose tackle is available at the Steelers’ No. 21 pick, that should be the priority. The article warns against reaching for a quarterback or wide receiver if the top options have already been taken, stressing that such decisions could compromise the team’s future. A key recommendation is to trade back into the first round after securing the No. 21 pick. By using some of the Steelers’ 12 total draft selections—particularly the four Day 2 picks (second and third rounds)—the team could potentially move up to secure a higher-quality player. The article suggests that the wide receiver class is so deep that at least one of the top six projected first-rounders (Makai Lemon, Jordyn Tyson, Carnell Tate, Denzel Boston, Omar Cooper, and K.C. Concepcion) is likely to be available at No. 21. However, by the time the Steelers reach their later picks (such as No. 53), many of these players may have already been selected. The article also addresses the team’s needs at wide receiver and the offensive line, noting that Broderick Jones’ neck injury has made a tackle a priority.#miami_dolphins #mike_mccarthy #omar_khan #tim_benz #steelers
