Steelers' Draft Strategy: Tight Ends in Focus

0:00On April 3, Pittsburgh Steelers, staying tight-lipped on their 2026 NFL draft strategy, picking at number 21 in the first round. They need upgrades at Wider Seever and offensive line most, but defensive line or middle linebacker could call their name too. Everyone figures they'll grab two wideouts for depth, yet tight-in might be the sneaky spot they double up on. Right now, they've only got two tight-ins locked in for next season. At Friar Mooth and Darno Washington, plus second-year J.J. Galbreath fighting, for a roster spot on a futures deal. That's thin depth, so they need at least one more, probably a few to stock training camp. Folks are sleeping on tight-in as a priority, but the number's scream for it. Roster spots got to be filled, and the drafts loaded with talent to build, around those big two. It'd give their offense real versatility without breaking the bank early. Days two and three offer gyms like pass catchers Joe Royer from Cincinnati or Dayquan Rye from Mississippi, while blockers such as Penn State's.

1:00Khalil Dinkins, who they've already eyed, or Tennessee's Miles Kitzeman, fit the Darno Washington mold. Up top, Oregon's Kenyans Sadik could tempt them if he slides. Steel is going to hunt the best fits aggressively to plug these holes, and tight-in feels prime for that double dip to lock in their future. This has been NFL News Today, powered by AI.