2011 NFL Draft: Pittsburgh Steelers 2011 Team Needs by Position

April 9, 2011   ·   Nick Sero   ·   Jump to comments

The AFC North is home to reigning AFC Champion Pittsburgh Steelers, but every team in the division has holes on the depth chart that could keep them from competing for a championship in 2011.

The Steelers and Baltimore Ravens are both just a piece or two away from bringing a Lombardi trophy back to the AFC North. The 2011 NFL Draft should be even more interesting as the uncertainty of labor negotiations will affect free agency and player contracts.
After a great start to the season, the Steelers faced disappointment in the Super Bowl as the defense had no answer for Aaron Rodgers. The Steelers will be looking to strengthen their pass defense in this year’s draft by going after cornerback help early.

The offensive line has also been the Achilles' heel to this offense and depth was a major issue in 2010. The Steelers should focus on certain areas, loading up on players and hoping one or two will be great. The Steelers are a few key players away from a seventh L...

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