One of the underrated needs on the Pittsburgh Steelers roster was the defensive line entering the offseason this year. They lost Armon Watts, who was a solid and efficient rotational player last season, and their main contributors are aging and nearing the end of their contracts. The defensive line group, at least at the top of the 2024 NFL Draft, is not overly attractive so the Steelers needed a veteran piece to tie them over and alleviate the need to address the position early. Dean Lowry was the perfect signing for that purpose.
An eight-year veteran of the NFL, Lowry has a lot of starting experience and fits the Steelers profile for what they look for in a defensive linemen.