2020 Steelers mock: Trade back brings talent to the trenches

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Woerner makes a lot of sense late for the Steelers

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 02: Charlie Woerner #89 of the Georgia Bulldogs runs after a catch during a game against the Florida Gators on November 02, 2019, in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) /

7th round, 232nd overall

Charlie Woerner, TE, Georgia

While the Steelers did sign Eric Ebron to a 2-year deal this offseason, the long term viability at the position is still in question Vance McDonald and Ebron should split time as co-starters, but neither are on long term deals and both have their fair share of warts. Zach Gentry, meanwhile, only caught one pass last season is a complete mystery as a prospect.

Charlie Woerner isn’t a mystery; he’s a high floor low ceiling blocking TE. He’ll never be a starter nor a go-to option, but he should find a niche in the NFL as a blocking TE. The Steelers had their issues blocking from this position last year, so adding a guy like Woerner would be a plus. He or Gentry would be the #3 TE while the other would find a nice spot on the practice squad to continue developing.

Others Considered: Calvin Throckmorton, John Penisini, David Woodward

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Trading back in this mock was helpful, as it gave the Steelers an extra third and an extra pick overall in the draft. This mock addresses a lot of depth needs as well as giving a key starter at NT and OT. There is still a need for depth at ILB, but unfortunately, all positions can’t be addressed. If the draft fell like this, I believe it would give the Steelers a decent haul to build around in the future.

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