NFL Mock Draft 2011: Cameron Heyward Headlines Pittsburgh’s First Round

April 4, 2011   ·   Alec Dopp   ·   Jump to comments

It's not too often when the Pittsburgh Steelers key in on improving their defense, but this time around it's more than necessary.
Yes -- the Steelers were completely and totally exposed by Aaron Rodgers and the Packers offense in Super Bowl XLV; bringing about questions regarding Pittsburgh's age up front.  However despite their unimpressive performance in the Super Bowl, Dick Lebeau's defense had arguably it's best season as a unit: ranking first in rushing yards allowed per game (62.8) and second overall in total defense (276.8 yards allowed per game).
Be that as it may, these Steelers do have a few question marks up front; one being how much longer Brett Keisel can effectively rush the quarterback and stop the run.  To shore things up for the future, Pittsburgh should take an extensive look at Ohio State's premier defensive end, Cameron Heyward.
Heyward managed four sacks last season and 15 sacks overall as a four-year starter with the Buckeyes, and looks to...

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