Approaching the 2025 NFL Draft, we’ll be scouting as many of the top prospects that the Pittsburgh Steelers could have their eye on anywhere from Rounds 1 through 7. We’ll break down the prospects themselves, strengths and weaknesses, projected draft capital and their fit with the Steelers.
The Steelers have been doing their homework on a wide range of talents in 2025’s deep defensive line class. Could SMU’s Elijah Roberts succeed in Pittsburgh’s scheme?
The basics on Elijah Roberts
- Position: Defensive line
- Class: Fifth-year senior
- Size: 6’4, 285 pounds
- Age: 23
- Projected draft round: 5
Stats via Sports Reference
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Elijah Roberts scouting report
Elijah Roberts is a good football player, but his NFL fit is all over the place.