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Steelers 2022 NFL Draft preview: Top-3 defensive linemen

By Ryan Pawloski

Feb 2, 2022; Mobile, AL, USA; National offensive lineman Cole Strange of Tennessee-Chattanooga (69) spars with National defensive lineman Travis Jones of Connecticut (57) during National practice for the 2022 Senior Bowl in Mobile, AL, USA.Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 2, 2022; Mobile, AL, USA; National offensive lineman Cole Strange of Tennessee-Chattanooga (69) spars with National defensive lineman Travis Jones of Connecticut (57) during National practice for the 2022 Senior Bowl in Mobile, AL, USA.Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-USA TODAY Sports /
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Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman DeMarvin Leal (8) in action. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /

DeMarvin Leal, DT, Texas A&M

DeMarvin Leal is one of the best underclassmen for his position coming out of college. He has not been talked about much as the draft gets closer. He is one of the most explosive, athletic, and consistent disrupters on the defensive side of the ball in this class.

Perhaps him being an underclassman has taken away his spotlight for the time being as many focus on the Senior Bowl this time of year but many teams will not forget about him. He is the best all-around player that can get after the passer and put an end to the opposing runner. His ability to be a disrupter all over the field and contribute positively will get an NFL team to consider him on day one.

This player would be another welcomed addition to the Steelers as he fits the size they look for and he has shown some flexibility with his position. Texas A&M has been able to move him around the trenches to best deploy his efforts weekly. Leal would be best used as a defensive tackle in a 4-3 defensive scheme at the next level.

This should be the top defensive tackle taken when the draft rolls around if a team wants an all-around player. He is pro-ready and his ability to jump to the NFL level at such a young age is evident with what he has shown in college. His name might not be getting much mention right now but he will creep back into the spotlight soon.

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