Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – After quarterback Shedeur Sanders was chosen by the New Orleans Saints as the ninth overall pick in the NFL draft, speculation shifted to the Pittsburgh Steelers as a possible destination for the former Colorado quarterback. However, the Steelers opted to pass on Sanders, as well as other available quarterbacks, with the 21st overall pick. Instead, they selected Oregon defensive tackle Derrick Harmon, who had an impressive season with the Ducks, recording 45 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, five sacks, and two forced fumbles. Harmon will now be joining a formidable defensive front line alongside Cam Heyward, Alex Highsmith, and T.J. Watt for the Steelers. Despite their defensive reinforcement, the team’s need for a quarterback remains unaddressed.
With no second-round pick due to a previous trade for wide receiver DK Metcalf, the Steelers may have to explore other options to fill their quarterback void. One possibility could be pursuing a trade for established quarterbacks like Aaron Rodgers or Kirk Cousins. This decision could significantly impact the team’s future and their quest for a quarterback solution. The Steelers will need to carefully consider their next steps and strategize accordingly as they head into the upcoming season. The addition of Harmon adds strength to their defense, but the quarterback position remains a glaring question mark for the team. Time will tell how the Steelers choose to navigate this situation and whether they can secure a viable quarterback option in the near future.