Steelers 2021 mock draft: Pittsburgh loads up on offensive talent

Round 4: Marvin Wilson, DL, Florida State

Wilson will be an intriguing prospect as his draft stock continues to fluctuate as the year goes on. He was once expected to possibly be a first to second-round prospect but after this season, he could drop further in the draft. He fits the prototype for a Steelers defensive lineman at 6’5 and 305 pounds. He has the pedigree but he lacks in the production aspect. His size allows him to succeed at his play but he needs to develop more in different areas to be a consistent winner at the NFL level. Wilson seems to be a typical nose tackle at the next level with little pass-rushing ability. That is not the worst news if you’re Pittsburgh because they will need depth at the position and run-stuffing is no small task.

The biggest concern with Wilson is his lack of pass-rushing abilities and coming off a season-ending leg injury. It was sustained relatively early during his last season as a Seminole so his production looks very bad this past year.

Round 4 (compensatory): Monty Rice, LB, Georgia

Rice was selected with the potential compensatory pick the black and yellow will likely get from the offseason moves last season. Vince Williams could be cut for cap issues so this could be a needed position to add for depth. Rice is a good athlete that needs to work on the mental part of the game to become a good player. He is speedy but sometimes does not play full-tilt because of his slow reaction time to certain plays. He has played well for Georgia ever since becoming the starter in his Junior year.

He finished the season with 49 total tackles, a pass deflection, one sack, and two forced fumbles. It will be interesting to see who is in the middle linebacker room next season with questions about Williams and Avery Williamson’s futures with the team. If both are gone then this will be a priority for the team by the time the offseason shows up.