Roughly nine months ago, the Pittsburgh Steelers were the subject of ridicule for failing to address the offensive line — specifically the tackle positions — in the early rounds of the 2021 NFL Draft, instead taking Alabama running back Najee Harris and tight end Pat Freiermuth in the first two rounds in an effort to try and help the Steelers compete one final season with Ben Roethlisberger at the helm.
Despite how Harris and Freiermuth performed all season long, holding down pivotal roles on the Steelers’ offense, the decision to draft a running back and a tight end in the first two rounds continues to be ridiculed by the national media and a significant portion of the fan base.