Is Steelers picking up a CB in the 2024 NFL Mock Draft?

Joey Porter Jr. is developing into a possible building stone for the Pittsburgh Steelers, who are benefiting from selecting a cornerback early in the draft.

The Steelers might try to fill some of these holes in the secondary this year in the first round of the NFL Draft.

In a mock draft published by Pro Football Focus, the Steelers were selected to select Iowa cornerback Cooper DeJean.

The Steelers have major needs in their secondary. Some argue the bigger need is safety, while others would say cornerback. The best part about drafting DeJean is that he could be a starter at either. He is one of the more natural athletes in the class and has the size (6-foot-1 and 207 pounds), speed and overall coverage instincts to make an impact at both spots. He has an elite coverage grade, five interceptions and six forced incompletions over the past two years.

Given that they already spent a high choice on a cornerback, the Steelers might want to address other issues, but DeJean could be a huge asset to Pittsburgh’s secondary.

DeJean plays for one of the best defenses in the league at Iowa, and this season he has 41 tackles and two interceptions. He could be able to bring his skills to Pittsburgh and work with Porter Jr. to create a powerful team for many years to come.