2011 NFL Mock Draft: Pittsburgh Steelers Get Much Needed Secondary Help

April 2, 2011   ·   Wes O'Donnell   ·   Jump to comments

Texas' Aaron Williams Would Be Perfect For Pittsburgh Steelers in 2011 NFL Draft
The other day I likened Williams' potential and situation to New England Patriot Devin McCourty who went No. 27 overall last year out of Rutgers.
They are not the same player, nor am I saying Williams will be a Pro Bowler as a rookie, but like McCourty, he is an athletic coverage guy with good speed, tackling ability and versatility that also excels on special teams.
The Steelers were out in force at Texas' pro day according to NFL.com's Gil Brandt and while they do have other talented players, Williams is the Longhorns No. 1 prospect in this years draft.
Pittsburgh could lose Ike Taylor in free agency whenever the league year begins and this makes cornerback even more of a need.
Again, I am not saying Williams will be a stud right away, but the Steelers could certainly use him and he could blossom quickly on this team.
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