Improving the return game was a necessary move for Pittsburgh, and now teams may think twice before kicking to the Steelers in 2026.

The Pittsburgh Steelers still don’t know if quarterback Aaron Rodgers will return for his 22nd season in 2026. Pittsburgh used seven of its 10 picks in the NFL draft on that side of the ball, starting with offensive tackle Max Iheanachor in the first round and ending it with Navy wide receiver/running back (and Pittsburgh native) Eli Heidenreich in the seventh.

The Steelers selected tackle Max Iheanachor first in the 2026 NFL Draft. Here's a full run-down of Pittsburgh's draft picks and needs.

One analyst thinks the Pittsburgh Steelers need to address an overlooked need in the NFL Draft.

With questions lingering regarding tackle Broderick Jones's neck injury, the Steelers needed help at the position.

The Steelers selected Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard with the 47th pick in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Steelers made a trade with the Indianapolis Colts to move up to make the selection.

There are plenty of good players remaining on the board for the Pittsburgh Steelers on Day 2 of the NFL Draft.