Steelers' nightmare first-round draft scenario could derail master plan

USC wide receiver Makai Lemon | Lucas Peltier-Imagn ImagesThe Pittsburgh Steelers filled major roster holes during the first week of free agency, but questions remain at multiple positions. Despite trading for Michael Pittman Jr., the Steelers have a desperate need for youth and upside at the position, while a true No. 1 option is still missing.

Early signs seem to indicate that wide receiver could still be the goal in the first round for Mike McCarthy's new-look Steelers offense in 2026. But there's a potential problem brewing.

Because of a handful of wide receiver-needy teams in the top half of Round 1, there could be a run of wideouts off the board before the Steelers can even sniff one of…