The Steelers once again seem to put together a very solid draft on paper;<\/p>\n
Here is the BWG Analysis:<\/p>\n
Round 1 (10): Devin Bush, ILB,\u00a0Michigan<\/strong><\/p>\n For the first time since 2003 the Steelers made a bold move and traded up to grab Bush. Bush is a\u00a0stout athletic\u00a0defender that will immediately pay dividends. He has great\u00a0instincts\u00a0and will\u00a0be a three down linebacker.\u00a0He also can help in the pass rush from the outside or in the gaps. In our analysis this was the biggest need the Steelers had and this is the perfectt casting for that need.<\/p>\n GRADE: Six Pack<\/strong><\/p>\n Round\u00a03 (66): Diontae Johnson, WR,\u00a0Toledo<\/strong><\/p>\n Every year the Steelers draft someone and it just doesn’t add up. (See Colin Holba) This is that pick,\u00a0it felt like a huge reach and while he seems like a capable player and it would be foolish to second guess the Steelers on receiver talent, spending a third rounder on him seemed like a huge stretch. He will be in the slot and brings great speed to the offense. Smaller player, but plays bigger than his size, improved his hands in his Senior season. He also can be a return man if needed. His\u00a0being drafted\u00a0could spell the end of Eli Rogers or fan favorite Ryan Switzer.<\/p>\n GRADE: 2-Beers<\/strong><\/p>\n Round\u00a03 (83): Justin Layne, CB,\u00a0Michigan State<\/strong><\/p>\n The Steelers also find gems later in the draft and this could be one of them. Layne lacks elite speed but he was a steal at this number. He had a round two grade. He can play both man and zone coverage and plays as if he is a giant. He has mediocre hands despite being a converted wide receiver, he seems like an\u00a0Ike Taylor clone! He is a cover\u00a0three coordinators dream and will make immediate impact.<\/p>\n GRADE: 5-Beers<\/strong><\/p>\n Round\u00a04 (122): Benny Snell Jr., RB,\u00a0Kentucky<\/strong><\/p>\n This was a little bit of a reach as Snell lacks certain speed and explosiveness. The Steelers needed running back depth and Snell gives them that, He looks like a between the tackle,\u00a0short yardage back, with one cut, downhill ability. He has\u00a0good NFL genes being the\u00a0nephew of NFL great Matt Snell. While he is limited he should compete for a roster spot and carve out a place in the running game.<\/p>\n GRADE: 3-Beers<\/strong><\/p>\n Round\u00a05 (141): Zach Gentry, TE,\u00a0Michigan<\/strong><\/p>\n This was a great pick. Scouts are torn on this guy and you can read a report praising him or condemning him. He graded out exactly where they grabbed him and he will compete for the spot vacated by Jesse James. He has monster intangibles like a whopping 34 1\/8 catch radius and being a former quarterback a high football IQ. Has huge upside and is\u00a0exactly what you are hoping for this late in the draft. He also fills some depth issues.<\/p>\n GRADE:\u00a04-Beers<\/strong><\/p>\n Round\u00a06 (175): Sutton Smith, LB,\u00a0Northern Illinois<\/strong><\/p>\n A small school phenom who will need to really step it up to be a force in the pro game. He is a one trick pony (pass rusher) and will provide needed depth at the linebacker position. Getting after the quarterback is important and will have a chance to make the team.<\/p>\n GRADE: 2-Beers<\/strong><\/p>\n Round\u00a06 (192): Isaiah Buggs, DE,\u00a0Alabama<\/strong><\/p>\n This could be the steal of the draft. He is an ideal 3-4 end or could play in the middle on the nickel and dime. He has\u00a0solid NFL quickness and strength.\u00a0His conditioning is a question mark and probably hurt his draft stock.\u00a0He graded out as a round\u00a0three prospect and the Steelers nailed this pick! Will make an immediate impact and strengthens an already\u00a0strong defensive line.<\/p>\n GRADE: 5-Beers<\/strong><\/p>\n Round\u00a06 (207): Ulysees Gilbert III, ILB,\u00a0Akron<\/strong><\/p>\n Nice speed and a productive tackler who was selected for his coverage skills. He has a high motor and will be a nice addition to the team. Strong upside prospect that can compete for a spot on the depth chart. His skills translate well to special teams and looks like a nice pick in this round.<\/p>\n GRADE: 3-Beers<\/strong><\/p>\n Round\u00a07 (219): Derwin Gray, OT,\u00a0Maryland<\/strong><\/p>\n A great\u00a0value pick\u00a0in this spot,\u00a0he will provide depth and compete for a backup role. Has the skills to\u00a0compete against undrafted free agents and last years picks. He graded out as a fifth round pick and has size that scouts want.\u00a0This was a good grab in the seventh and he will play somewhere in the NFL in 2019.<\/p>\n GRADE:\u00a04-Beers<\/strong><\/p>\n OVERALL DRAFT GRADE: ALMOST FULL CASE (A-) <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The Steelers once again seem to put together a very solid draft on paper; Here is the BWG Analysis: Round 1 (10): Devin Bush, ILB,\u00a0Michigan For the first time since 2003 the Steelers made a bold move and traded up to grab Bush. Bush is a\u00a0stout athletic\u00a0defender that will immediately pay dividends. 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