The Steelers Add Much-Needed Depth

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Published: April 28, 2009

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... Steelers, Patriots, Colts, Eagles, and Giants all had stellar drafts this weekend and showed why they are the class of the NFL.

I was particularly happy with the way the Steelers addressed their need for depth along both lines and in the secondary.

I thought the Evander Hood pick at the end of round one made sense for Pittsburgh.  From all reports, Hood is a great locker room presence.  He is a team player who makes everyone around him play better.

Hood will have an opportunity to contribute right away, most likely being worked into the rotation along the defensive line.  He adds much needed youth to this group and should have a good chance to crack the starting lineup in a few years.

The Steelers did a good job trading down at the end of round two and adding a couple of third round picks.  Their first pick of round three was guard Kraig Urbik who has good size and the ability to play tackle and center as well.  He coul...

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