Grading the Steelers 2021 Draft By Michael Opsec on May 2, 2021, 5:51pm EDT +
Greetings Steeler fans!
The 2021 draft is in the books and as expected an army of analysts are doing their way too early grading of each team s 2021 draft haul. Reviews of the Steeler s draft are all over the board. Grandpa Kipper and PPF have graded the Steeler s draft as amongst the worst in the league while Chad Reuter of nfl.com has given the Steelers a high grade.
As a big fan of the draft I am proud to present my way too early grades for the Steeler s 2021 draft. I will be giving an overall grade for the draft and also grading each pick. Hope to hear your thoughts on my grades and your grades in the comments. Lets go Steelers!
Immediately following the Las Vegas Raiders
selection of defensive end Malcolm Koonce with the No. 79 pick, the team was back on the clock with the No. 80 overall pick and selected defensive back Divine Deablo out of Virginia Tech.
Coming out of high school, Deablo was a four-star prospect from Mount Tabor and was touted as one of the best defensive backs in his class. As a Hokie, the North Carolina native earned All-ACC honors, totaled 206 tackles, 12.5 tackles for loss, six interceptions, 11 passes defensed, three forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries.
NFL analyst Chad Reuter considers his route recognition as one of his biggest strengths, especially from the post. He has a knack for identifying downfield throws and peeling off from his coverage to pursue the receiver. He can contribute from the start as a special teamer while he learns the ropes of defensive coordinator Gus Bradley s defense.