Steelers’ 7-round 2027 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator during bye week

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Steelers’ 7-round 2027 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator during bye week

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Fri, November 6, 2026 at 2:47 AM UTC ·

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It seems weird to consider the Pittsburgh Steelers a Super Bowl contender. They still have things to fix . But with their bye week, it's time to look ahead to the 2027 NFL Draft. And here is the Pro Football Focus mock draft simulator for the Steelers.

Sitting on top of the AFC North, the Steelers stood strong in the first half of the season. But can they continue their winning ways? And if not, what does 2027 look like?

Round 1, Pick 27: CJ Carr, Notre Dame

The Steelers set their future on the highly regarded Fighting Irish standout.

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Carr has gained strength, which was one question mark in consideration for his NFL future. But even without the great physical attributes , Carr is a quality quarterback, according to theringer.com.

"The foundation of Carr's game is his football intelligence," Todd McShay wrote. "As the grandson of legendary Michigan head coach Lloyd Carr, he's been immersed in the game his entire life, and it shows. Carr processes information at an advanced level, working through progressions more quickly than most college quarterbacks while demonstrating an impressive understanding of route concepts and defensive coverages. He plays with decisiveness and rarely appears overwhelmed by what defenses present before or after the snap."

Also, Carr succeeds with top-level mechanics. That's always a bonus for NFL quarterbacks.

"Carr has a compact throwing motion and an exceptionally quick release, and he consistently generates good velocity without wasted movement," McShay wrote. "His ball placement is one of his biggest strengths, particularly on layered throws between the numbers and along the boundary, where he routinely drops passes into tight windows with excellent touch."

Carr would be an excellent fit for head coach Mike McCarthy and the Steelers.

Round 2, Pick 60: T Lance Heard, Kentucky

Heard has made a name for himself with the Wildcats, who are having a surprisingly good season after forking over the cash to get Heard. And head coach Will Stein thinks Heard will get a good NFL payday.

"The people in the NFL that get paid the most are the quarterbacks, left tackles, edge players, corners," Stein said. "I mean, that's the market. And, so, we needed to do what was necessary. But also, show him why he needs to be at Kentucky, why he needs to play for me and Cutter Leftwich … in this offense.

"He's like a fun toy to play with. I mean, the guy's big, physical, can run. He loves it. He's smart. And so I think anytime we can get players that are that talented in different spots, I think it's advantage us."

Heard is expected to go in the second round. And that's exactly where the Steelers get him. One downside is penalties, according to NFL Draft Buzz.

"Penalties have followed him, with seven in each of his two Tennessee seasons and three more this year," NFL Draft Buzz wrote. "And his balance and punch timing can desert him mid-rep. His run blocking is less forceful than his size suggests. And ESPN's Jordan Reid has reported that some scouts view him as a guard. He is also on his third SEC program in four seasons, and teams will ask about the moves.

Round 3, Pick 76: LB Tony Rojas, Penn State

It's possible Rojas might not last this long. So this would be a good pick for the Steelers. The Nittany Lions are struggling to find wins, but Rojas is having a good year , according to post-gazette.com.

"I think I've been playing at a good level," Rojas said. "I'm kind of hard on myself, so I know I have a lot to improve on, a lot of things to work on. During the bye week and going forward, just watching film, I know I could be better at things, like getting off blocks against the O-line."

Mel Kiper recently had Rojas as his fourth-best linebacker. And The Athletic has mentioned Rojas as one of the top draft-eligible linebackers.

Round 3, Pick 91: T Samson Okunlola, Miami

The Steelers continue to build their offensive line with Okunlola in the fold. He can move quite well for a tackle, according to NFL Draft Buzz.

"His pass protection is still uneven," NFL Draft Buzz wrote. "He has allowed 15 pressures in eight games, including five in the double-overtime win over Florida State. This is his first season as a full-time starter, so teams have only half a season of tape at tackle to judge him on, and they will want to see his sets become more consistent against quicker edge rushers.

"Overall, Okunlola is a high-upside tackle with five-star tools, positional flexibility and a strong finish to 2025 behind him. He projects as a fourth-round tackle with the ceiling of a starting left tackle if his pass sets keep improving and the floor of a valuable swing lineman. His experience at guard also gives him a fallback position, which adds to his value for a team that wants to develop him behind a veteran line."

Round 4, Pick 130: WR Evan Stewart, Oregon

It has been a solid season for Stewart thus far, but not outstanding. He has 31 catches for 423 yards and four touchdowns. But the NFL skills are there.

Still, an injury clouds his future. A significant knee injury cost him the entire 2025 season. And since he isn't the biggest receiver at 6-foot and 178 pounds, those question marks will follow him to the NFL level.

Stewart has rare speed. Also, he has shown good separation in his college career.

Round 6, Pick 192: DI CJ Mims, Texas A&M

This is somewhat of a questionable pick. The 6-foot-2, 312-pound Mims might have to make his way onto an NFL roster by way of being an undrafted free agent.

The fifth-year senior is considered a late bloomer. So perhaps that will continue at the next level.

Round 6, Pick 200: DI Justin Scott, Miami

It's hard to imagine Scott being available this late in the draft. If the Steelers like him, they would have grabbed him at pick No. 192 instead of Mims. But the draft is a long way off, so who knows how it will play out.

Scott has plenty of skills, according to NFL Draft Buzz.

Scott … looks the part of a movement three-technique, with a get-off that is unusual for an interior player and the length to keep blockers off his chest," NFL Draft Buzz wrote. "He holds up on run downs and passing downs, the profile of a scheme-flexible starter rather than a one-trick interior man, and he has started on two of the best Miami defenses in years.

"However, the production has not yet matched the traits. His frame is on the lean side, and guards who get their hands on him in the run game can move him. He is still learning the position after only a few years of playing football, so his hand usage is behind his athleticism."

Round 6, Pick 207: ED Jayden Virgin-Morgan

It's possible Virgin-Morgan gets into the draft. But it's more likely to be in the seventh round than the sixth. Versatility helps his case , according to NFL Draft Buzz.

"Virgin-Morgan offers a rare blend of size and movement, with the fluidity to drop into coverage and the motor to chase down runs at 260 pounds," NFL Draft Buzz wrote. "He sets a firm edge, forces the ball back inside and finishes plays, and his positional flexibility lets a defense line him up on the ball, off it and over the slot.

"However, his pass rush is his weakest tool, leaning on effort rather than a plan. His tackling consistency also wavers when he arrives out of control."

Round 7, Pick 224: WR Chris Marshall, Arkansas

It's highly possible that Marshall will be gone rounds earlier. However, there are things that may hinder his ability to stick on an NFL roster.

The big issue is his ability to catch the football. That's kind of a big deal for a wide receiver. Also, he isn't blazing fast.

Round 7, Pick 248: C Bradyn Welch-Joiner, Florida State

Joiner will have to battle for a shot at getting into the draft. He's 6-foot-2 and 327 pounds, good enough in that department for a center.

The thing that gives him a real shot is his athleticism. He probably projects more as a special teams player or practice squad guy.

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