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Pittsburgh Steelers Mock Draft: Bye Week Edition

By Logan Bryson

Nov 28, 2015; Auburn, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jake Coker (14) throws the ball under pressure from Auburn Tigers defensive lineman Carl Lawson (55) in the third quarter at Jordan Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: RVR Photos-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 28, 2015; Auburn, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jake Coker (14) throws the ball under pressure from Auburn Tigers defensive lineman Carl Lawson (55) in the third quarter at Jordan Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: RVR Photos-USA TODAY Sports /
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Round 5: EDGE Daeshon Hall, Texas A&M

What have I done?

5 straight defensive selections in a row.

This mock is a mess … even though the Steelers defense is greatly in need of infusing some young talent.

Regardless, the Steelers will likely need to add several OLBs to their roster. James Harrison is likely to retire and Jarvis Jones is set to hit free agency. Daeshon Hall is an intriguing EDGE option who is overshadowed by playing across from Myles Garrett, but highly talented in his own manner.

Possible Options: Iowa QB C.J. Beathard and Michigan CB Channing Stribling. I figured I had already covered all the needs in the secondary, and while it would fill a need Beathard probably wouldn’t serve as an upgrade over Landry Jones.

Round 6 (Pick 1) : WR Ryan Switzer, North Carolina

After my offensive position coaches had been calling for my head, I decided to go offense for a change. I passed on several wideouts throughout this mock because I had Switzer pegged as my slot WR of choice. As a slot WR, Switzer may perhaps be the best route runner in the class. He effortlessly creates separation over the middle of the field and is a dynamic run after the catch threat.

Round 6 (Pick 2) : DT Derrick Nnadi, Florida State

With the Steeler’s second selection in the 6th round, I went with a hulking DT from Florida State, Derrick Nnadi. From the little I have seen of Nnadi, I was surprised he was available at this point. Nnadi is more than your classic run stuffer, as he can push the pocket and pressure the QB a little.

Possible Options: Two options I considered with these picks were Washington S Kevin King and San Jose St. TE Billy Freeman.

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Round 7: RB Justin Davis, USC

With another offensive selection, I went Justin Davis from USC. He could potentially earn a roster spot on the Steelers, especially considering Deangelo could walk in free agency next offseason. Davis possesses some solid burst and vision in the run game, but has room to improve in terms of his pass protection.

Possible Options: Two final options I considered here were Utah G Isaac Asiata and Clemson C Jay Guillermo.

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