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Steelers Mock Draft: Adding talent and depth across the board

By Andrew Falce

ORLANDO, FL - DECEMBER 28: Datrone Young #2 of the Iowa State Cyclones defends a pass in the end zone against Chase Claypool #83 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the second half of the Camping World Bowl at Camping World Stadium on December 28, 2019 in Orlando, Florida. Notre Dame defeated Iowa State 33-9. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
ORLANDO, FL - DECEMBER 28: Datrone Young #2 of the Iowa State Cyclones defends a pass in the end zone against Chase Claypool #83 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the second half of the Camping World Bowl at Camping World Stadium on December 28, 2019 in Orlando, Florida. Notre Dame defeated Iowa State 33-9. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN – FEBRUARY 29: Linebacker Khaleke Hudson of Michigan runs the 40-yard dash during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 29, 2020, in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /

Round 7, 232nd overall

Khaleke Hudson, S/LB, Michigan

The Steelers have shown a lot of interest in the hybrid S/LB role during this pre-draft process, and Khaleke Hudson has shown talent at that position at Michigan. A tweener with no defined position, he has great athleticism for what his role would be. He can’t cover well enough to play DB full time and he is a little undersized to be a full-time LB in the NFL.

This is where the most problems come from Hudson, as his lack of a true position limits his upside. He would likely shoot to be a dime backer while playing more LB as a backup. That way, his instincts wouldn’t be as exposed, and he can use his athleticism. As well, he should come in and be an instant special teams ace. Never a full-time option, Hudson has the potential to be a decent backup and sub-package player.

Others Considered: James Proche, Calvin Throckmorton, Sewo Olonilua

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