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Steelers mock draft: Pittsburgh trades back into first round for QB

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Let’s explore a scenario where the Steelers make two first round selections.

Jan 1, 2026; Pasadena, CA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson (15) runs against the Indiana Hoosiers in the first half of the 2026 Rose Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at Rose Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A.

Vasquez-Imagn Images We are just over two weeks away from the 2026 NFL Draft officially kicking off in Pittsburgh. I have long been of the opinion that the Steelers have been stacking picks in this draft for a reason. The team is currently slated to make 12 picks in this upcoming draft, something they haven’t done since the last NFL Draft to feature 12 rounds in 1992.

It makes me think that Omar Khan and company could have a trick up their sleeve in the way of a huge trade-up. That is what this edition of BTSC Mock Draft Monday is all about. Round 1, Pick 21: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State I ran to the table to select Jordyn Tyson 21st overall.

Although recent reports suggest he could slide to the early to mid-20s in the first round, Tyson has arguably the most talent of any receiver in this draft. 126 seconds of Jordyn Tyson creating easy separation pic. twitter.

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