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Steelers: Mock Draft Rounds 1-3

By Remy Retro

Nov 28, 2015; Morgantown, WV, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers safety Karl Joseph (8) is honored on senior day before their game against the Iowa State Cyclones at Milan Puskar Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 28, 2015; Morgantown, WV, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers safety Karl Joseph (8) is honored on senior day before their game against the Iowa State Cyclones at Milan Puskar Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-USA TODAY Sports /
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A look at who the Steelers should pick in the 2016 NFL Draft with this first part three-round mock draft.

The NFL Draft is just over two weeks away and fans are in great anticipation of who the new team members will be. The team must address their secondary needs as well as those on the defensive line. On offense depth is required on the line while a potential for picks at quarterback or wide receiver exist. Last season was successful and a few key draft decisions could be the difference maker in competing for a championship in 2016. Here is the first part of two covering Thursday April 28th and Friday the 29th.

The need at the Cornerback position has been evident since the transition from Coach Bill Cowher to current lead man Mike Tomlin. Pittsburgh has made do with late round picks and free agent pick-ups but surely cannot avoid pulling the trigger on a first round corner this year. Apple gives them a player with the size and elite speed (4.40 – 40) that is hard to pass over. He is physical and aggressive and will try to take the ball out of his opponent’s hands.

In 2015, four corners were taken in the first round and Apple would now be the fourth ranked at the position this year by most evaluators. Should he make it to pick 25, it is very likely will be wearing black and gold in 2016.

Joseph runs the risk of not being available to the Steelers with their second overall pick at number 58. Because he suffered a season ending injury last October some teams’ doubts could benefit Pittsburgh, lowering his stock. Joseph is a hard hitting safety who loves contact and looks to separate the ball carrier from the ball with his tackles. His aggressiveness could lead to penalties at the next level but still a welcome addition along with Apple to the Steelers secondary.

Day fits what is required right now on the defensive line. A player with a non-stop motor who can play inside and out. He isn’t the answer as a full time 3-4 Nose Tackle, but as mentioned by Mike Tomlin the defense is rarely in their standard formation. Subbing between Day and Daniel McCullers will allow them versatility on the inside of the line for their sub-packages. Day can also move outside to defensive end to relieve Cameron Heyward or Stephon Tuitt.

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