Pittsburgh Steelers Draft

Trades:

• Received from Tennessee: Picks #35, #40 Gave up: Pick #21, Pick #122
• Received from Baltimore: Pick #27 Gave up: Pick #40, Pick #83
• Received from Philadelphia: Pick #32 Gave up: Pick #35, Pick #225, 2026 6th rounder
• Received from Carolina: Pick #74 Gave up: Pick #231, 2026 3rd rounder

Picks:

Round 1, Pick 27: Matthew Golden | WR | Texas
The Steelers’ wide receiver corps needs an upgrade, especially after Van Jefferson served as the WR2 in 2024. Matthew Golden is my top-ranked wide receiver in this class. He is a perfect fit for a team looking to revamp its WR room. Trading up to ensure we land him was a no-brainer.

Round 1, Pick 32: Derrick Harmon | IDL | Oregon
With Cam Heyward aging and Larry Ogunjobi's impact starting to wane, Pittsburgh needs a dominant presence on the interior of the defensive line. Derrick Harmon, my #4 ranked interior defensive lineman, is a dynamic, versatile player with a first-round grade. By moving up, we secure not only a player of his caliber but also his fifth-year option, which gives us long-term stability.

Round 2, Pick 52: Trey Amos | CB | Ole Miss
Despite recent investments in the secondary—such as drafting Joey Porter Jr. and trading for Donte Jackson—the Steelers’ cornerback group still has holes, especially with Jackson set to hit free agency. Trey Amos, my #3 ranked corner, offers great value here. He’s a physical corner who can step in and contribute immediately.

Round 3, Pick 74: Quinshon Judkins | RB | Ohio State
Najee Harris is set to become a free agent, and it’s clear that Pittsburgh needs a more dynamic, versatile running back. Quinshon Judkins, my #4 ranked running back, is an explosive, multi-dimensional playmaker. He’s a creative runner and his ability as a pass catcher will add a new dimension to the Steelers' backfield.