Top 5 biggest NFL draft needs for Steelers in 2021

Although the Steelers enjoyed a successful 2020 season, we have several needs heading into the 2021 NFL draft

I know it’s probably a bit premature to talk about the Steelers needs heading into the 2021 NFL draft considering it is about three months away, but I think it’s important to discuss it because, as good of a team as we have right now, we can always get better and that should be the goal with every draft.

We will not discuss players whom the Steelers could draft in 2021 but rather the positions of need that could be addressed via the NFL draft so if you’re looking for a mock draft type of article, there’s no need to read any further.

If you’re looking for an honest assessment of the Steelers biggest draft needs from a fan who has been watching the Steelers play since 1978, continue reading, by all means. As we all know, the NFL draft is really nothing more than ‘roulette’ in terms of draft position and what player will be available when your turn comes around.

You cannot account for trades, for example, that could alter the entire trajectory of the draft.  You also cannot account for a team ‘reaching’ for a player in round one, for example, who may have had a later round draft grade.  I can think of at least one recent example of the Steelers doing just that.

So with all of the aforementioned in mind, let’s take a look at our 5 biggest draft needs as we head into the 2021 NFL season.