PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA – The Pittsburgh Steelers are actively hosting NFL prospects for visits in preparation for the upcoming draft. Each team is allowed up to 30 visitors, with the addition of local prospects that do not count towards that total. The Steelers have a history of selecting players from their pre-draft visit list, as seen in their 2024 draft class.
Among the players selected from their pre-draft visits in 2024 were OT Troy Fautanu, OG Mason McCormick, C Zach Frazier, DL Logan Lee, and ILB Payton Wilson. Additionally, CB Beanie Bishop Jr. was signed as an undrafted free agent out of that pool of prospects. As the draft season progresses, the Steelers will continue to update their list of visits and monitor the players they are considering.
As of April 2nd, the Steelers have reported 15 out of the 30 allotted pre-draft visits, along with 2 local prospects. Some of the non-local prospects include QB Tyler Shough from Louisville, RB Jaydon Blue from Texas, WR Savion Williams from TCU, and DT JJ Pegues from Ole Miss. Local prospects like OT Wyatt Milum from West Virginia and K Ben Sauls from Pitt have also made visits to the Steelers.
Tracking these visits gives insight into the players the Steelers are evaluating and considering for their draft selections. The team’s scouts and coaches are actively engaging with prospects to determine the best fit for their organization. As the draft approaches, the Steelers will continue to gather information on potential picks to build their roster for the upcoming season. This detailed process of evaluating talent is crucial for the team’s success in the long term.