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Steelers: David DeCastro & Marcus Gilbert becoming top-tier offensive line tandem

After adding youth to their defensive line with the likes of Cam Heyward in the first round of the 2011 draft, the Steelers added depth in their offensive line with Marcus Gilbert. Gilbert, who was a teammate to 2010 first round selection Maurkice Pouncey at the University of Florida, made an impact early in his career, starting in thirteen games his rookie season.

His highly anticipated sophomore campaign would end in disappointment before it barely began, missing more than half the season after being placed on the Injured/Reserve list due to an ankle injury.