The 2025 NFL draft is just under a month from now and in the coming weeks, there will be loads of rumor and conjecture along with plenty of smoke about the Pittsburgh Steelers and their first-round pick. There remains plenty of uncertainty surrounding the pick because of the offseason moves the Steelers have made and those they haven't. Here is our ranking of the seven biggest needs for the Steelers in the upcoming draft.
1 - Quarterback
Even though we eventually expect the Steelers and Aaron Rodgers to find each other, this has vaulted to the top of our list.
2 - Defensive tackle
The Steelers signed a pair of players but neither is the type of impact player Pittsburgh needs. If the Steelers pass on a quarterback in the first round, we expect them to go for a big, run-stuffing defensive tackle.
3 - Running back
While we are confident in Jaylen Warren's ability to be effective in this offense, we don't believe he can carry the run game by himself. The 2025 running back class is very talented and there will be plenty of options.
4 - Cornerback
We love the addition of Darius Slay as a short-term answer but Pittsburgh needs to draft a player who could potentially be a long-term starter opposite Joey Porter Jr.
5 - Offensive guard
Isaac Seumalo is still a potential salary-cap casualty and Mason McCormick is still a very young, inexperienced player. Depth is needed here.
6 - Offensive tackle
After Dan Moore Jr. signed with the Tennessee Titans in free agency, this position became incredibly thin and depth is a must here.
7 - Wide receiver
We love the trade for DK Metcalf but it could mean the end for George Pickens. If not this offseason, surely the next. This is why we would like to see the Steelers pick a developmental player hee.
This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: 2025 NFL draft: Steelers updated needs include quarterback and defensive tackle
