The Steelers have long sought to build through the draft.
However, if the current production doesn’t soon increase, it’ll be impossible to ignore concerns about what appears to be a dilapidated — or in some cases nonexistent — structure.
Broderick Jones (first round, 2023) and Troy Fautanu (first round, 2024) are the bookends on an offensive line that has allowed seven sacks through two weeks, tied for fourth-most in the NFL. Pro Football Focus grades Jones and Fautanu 59th and 54th, respectively, out of 67 qualifiers at their position.
It’s unacceptable for that much draft capital.
Especially when it comes to Jones, who’s made 29 NFL starts compared to just three for Fautanu. I wanted to give Jones a chance while moving over to his natural left side, but he sure seems to be trending t