The cornerback watch is on in Pittsburgh.
The 2016 NFL draft begins Thursday, and the Steelers could draft a cornerback in the first round for the first time since they took Chad Scott in 1997.
Cornerback isn’t the Steelers’ only need, however. There are other positions that could use an upgrade, depth or a little finishing touch as the Steelers try to build on 2015’s injury-ravaged divisional playoff appearance.
Whether or not the Steelers draft a cornerback Thursday, Friday and Saturday could be just as important for the future of the franchise. The second and third rounds take place Friday and the fourth through seventh rounds will play out Saturday afternoon.