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2013 NFL Draft: All the Steelers draft news on BTSC
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January 29, 2013
2013 Steelers Mock Draft: grabbing size early
Are the Steelers going to go after a pass rusher or an offensive playmaker? As we all know the draft can fall many ways. In this article we look at a less talked about possibility for how April might turn out for Pittsburgh.
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January 28, 2013
Post-Senior Bowl Mock Draft
The top of the NFL Draft this year is still very unsettled, with no clear cut candidate for the first pick. This time, I have Geno Smith of West Virginia going first overall because of his position. However, I am still unsettled with that choice.
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January 28, 2013
2013 NFL Draft: Scouting the defensive line
How the Steelers play defensive line different from everyone else.
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January 25, 2013
Steelers 2012 Draft downgraded from a 'B' to a 'C'
ESPN Draft Analyst Mel Kiper's preseason grade given to the Steelers draft was a B. He moved that to a C after a subpar season from the team's draft class. There's plenty in place, though, to see that grade moving to an A in 2013.
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January 24, 2013
Datone Jones stock is going to soar
Jones came into the Senior Bowl with a third round grade by many pundits but will likely go in the top 50 come April's draft. He has shown the ability to dominate the top linemen in the class and could be the best 3-4 defensive end in the draft.
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January 23, 2013
Senior Bowl: Who impressed on Day 2?
Eric Fisher and Datone Jones had plenty of hype coming into the week, but so far, both have exceeded their expectations. Fisher has looked like the top tackle in the draft and Jones has the looks of a first round defensive end.
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January 22, 2013
Steelers Draft Prospects: DT Jonathan Hankins
Among several potential targets the Steelers may have with the No. 17 overall pick in this April's draft, we break down Ohio State's Jonathan Hankins, who's ability to anchor against a double-team could make him a valu
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January 22, 2013
Dion Jordan picked first in Steelers mock draft
With Jordan falling to 17, the Steelers waste no time making their choice. They continue to pick defense in rounds two through four before taking two under the radar prospects at receiver and running back in rounds five and six.
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January 22, 2013
Senior Bowl 2013: Who to watch for
The Senior Bowl is the last chance for draft prospects to show what they have in a game setting. This year, the game will feature several top quarterback prospects along with great talent along both the offensive and defensive lines.
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January 18, 2013
Greene, Eifert, and Rhodes are first round options
The Steelers have been mocked outside linebackers throughout the early draft process but a name that has not come up is Rutgers star Khaseem Greene. He would provide a versatile linebacker who can play in both 3 and 4 down linemen sets used by Pitt.
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January 17, 2013
2013 NFL Draft: Inside linebackers available at 17
They're the tone-setters, the playcallers. The inside linebacker is the usually the quarterback of the defense. With the Steelers sitting on the 17th overall pick, it wouldn't be a shock to see them bring in an inside 'backer.
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January 17, 2013
Colin Klein disappoints so far at Shrine game
Colin Klein was the most hyped player to coming into this week, but so far he has struggled. He has looked better each of the past two days but so far, this week has hurt his stock. Other quarterbacks like Matt Scott and Colby Cameron have impressed.
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January 16, 2013
Kiper mocks Ansah to Steelers
Ezekiel Ansah is an intriguing prospect because of his athleticism and size combination. He has good pass rushing ability all ready but is more of a 4-3 defensive end. However, despite the Steelers 3-4 base defense, Lebau would be able to use him.
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January 16, 2013
Ike Taylor working out with Tavon Austin
Steelers cornerback Ike Taylor is working out again, which is good, and he's doing it with West Virginia wide receiver and draft hopeful Tavon Austin, which is intriguing.
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January 15, 2013
2013 NFL Draft: Depth at safety shows options
This year's safety class is the best and deepest one in a long time. There are anywhere from three to five possible first round picks and five to seven more options that could go in the second and third rounds. Kenny Vaccaro headlines the class.
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January 14, 2013
2013 NFL Mock Draft Database
A selection of mock drafts including the one on Behind The Steel Curtain for your reference.
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January 14, 2013
2013 NFL Draft: How to scout offensive linemen
Ever wonder how scouts determine a player is first round material vs. a late-round project? We dig into some of the things that define an outstanding prospect from a marginal one.
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January 14, 2013
Three running backs highlight one round mock draft
With the 2013 NFL Draft approaching in April, it is time to start mocking. As of now, Geno Smith is the top choice but that is still subject to change. Chance Warmack goes number 11 despite being a guard and Manti Te'o falls all the way to the Ravens
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January 14, 2013
Keenan Allen first pick in new Steelers mock
With the 2013 NFL Draft rapidly approaching, it is time to start looking at what the Steelers options are likely to be in each round. In this scenario, Keenan Allen was the first round pick while Jesse Williams fell to the Steelers in round two.
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January 11, 2013
Redrafting the 2008 NFL Draft
The 2008 draft started off well, with four good picks in a row but quickly went downhill after that. It was truly a challenge to find 32 players worthy of going in the first round and most of the teams failed miserably on their first round picks.
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January 11, 2013
Can the Steelers replace Mendenhall and Rainey?
The Steelers will be replacing Mendenhall and Rainey this year and they will look to the NFL draft to do that. Their are not many great returning backs in this draft but their are plenty of great backs to replace Mendenhall.
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January 10, 2013
Jones, Mingo, Jordan headline the OLB class
With three elite outside linebacker prospects, this years 3-4 OLB class looks to be one of the best in a couple of years. It's headlined by Jarvis Jones, Barkevious Mingo, and Dion Jordan.
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January 9, 2013
Manti Te'o slides to Pittsburgh in recent mock
The draft stock of College Football's Defensive Player of the Year Manti Te'o took a big hit after an underwhelming national championship game performance. It's very likely he'll be available for the Steelers at No. 17 but he could fall even further.
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January 7, 2013
Steelers Mock Draft: OT Taylor Lewan to Pittsburgh
SB Nation's Mocking the Draft puts Michigan offensive tackle Taylor Lewan to the Steelers at the No. 17 pick.
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January 7, 2013
2013 NFL Draft: prospects in BCS title game
The BCS Championship game is the highlight of the college football season that features the two best teams in the land. This year is no different with the loaded Alabama team taking on an equally loaded Notre Dame team. Tune in and see all the talent