When the Steelers selected Leterrius Walton in the sixth round of this year’s draft, it was to add some much-needed depth to their roster of defensive ends. Though they have definite starters in Cameron Heyward and Stephon Tuitt, the depth they once possessed has been riddled with holes after retirements and players claimed off of the practice squad.
The 6’5″, 319 pound defensive lineman brought a sigh of relief to many when he was finally selected. The cornerback and safety positions were thought to be the most important on defense needing to be addressed in the draft, but defensive end also ranked high on that list in terms of importance.