The Pittsburgh Steelers attacked their needs well during the 2025 NFL Draft, coming away with two defensive linemen (Derrick Harmon and Yahya Black) and a running back in Kaleb Johnson. They also took advantage of value, bringing in EDGE Jack Sawyer and filling out the roster with potential special team contributors in the seventh round by drafting LB Carson Bruener and CB Donte Kent. Appearing on The Fan Morning Show on 93.7 The Fan this morning, former NFL general manager Doug Whaley praised Pittsburgh’s draft haul and the way they attacked their weaknesses.
“They saw their deficiency, and especially Mike Tomlin and the running game, and they wanted to beef up their defense.