NFL Draft 2026
Brady Quinn compares Steelers rookie Drew Allar to Ben Roethlisberger
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Former NFL quarterback Brady Quinn said Penn State product Drew Allar reminded him of Ben Roethlisberger due to their similar sizes and strong arms. The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Allar in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Quinn made the comparison on his podcast Tuesday.
Building on an active free agency and trade for Michael Pittman Jr., the Pittsburgh Steelers added a 10-player 2026 draft class to bolster their roster under new coach Mike McCarthy. Beat writer Mike DeFabo assesses the team as stronger overall, though uncertainties linger at offensive line, defense, and quarterback.
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Building on early analyst buzz, Pittsburgh Steelers' fourth-round Iowa returner Kaden Wetjen emerges as the rookie most likely to produce immediately, thanks to an open special teams role amid new NFL kickoff rules and limited roster competition.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy and general manager Omar Khan shared their philosophies on wide receivers, the offensive line, and draft strategy during Monday's pre-draft press conference. McCarthy emphasized versatility for receivers and confidence in the offensive line while expressing interest in using many picks. Khan praised a recent pre-draft visitor and clarified selection criteria.
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NFL draft analyst Todd McShay described North Dakota State quarterback Cole Payton as the most underrated player in the 2026 NFL Draft. On The Rich Eisen Show, McShay predicted Payton would be a Day 2 selection capable of surprising observers. The Pittsburgh Steelers have scouted him extensively, attending his Pro Day and hosting a pre-draft visit.
Pittsburgh Steelers beat writer Mark Kaboly maintains that the team is likely to draft a wide receiver with the 21st overall pick in the first round. This comes after the Steelers acquired Michael Pittman Jr. and already have DK Metcalf on the roster. Kaboly expressed this view on The Larry & Big Man Show.
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Steelers Depot has released detailed scouting reports on three college football standouts eyed for the 2026 NFL Draft: Miami edge rusher Akheem Mesidor, Clemson wide receiver Antonio Williams, and Iowa State defensive lineman Domonique Orange. These profiles highlight their strengths in pass rushing, route running, and run stopping, respectively, while noting areas for improvement like age, injuries, and technique. The reports assess their potential NFL roles based on college performances and physical traits.