Gang Green Nation Community Mock Draft Pick #18

by John B on Mar 31, 2010 8:00 AM EDT

For the second time in four years, the Steelers followed up a championship season by missing the Playoffs. Bob_The_Friendly_Baker will try to make a pick that will help them return to the promised land.

With the eighteenth pick in the Gang Green Nation Community Mock Draft, Bob_The_Friendly_Baker picks for the Pittsburgh Steelers...

Maurkice Pouncey

The Steelers need some serious Offensive line help. Especially considering Ben Roethlisberger isn't exactly known for getting rid of the ball quickly. Pouncey is someone who could anchor there line for years. At 6-5 304 lbs he's a big guy who's versatile enough to play guard and center. He did have shoulder surgery last May 2009 so durability may be a concern He is an exceptional blocker who can take nose tackles on his own. Gets a good push in the run and can help in short yardage situations. Pouncey is a hard worker who could really help the Steelers out.

My reaction:

It's about darned time the Steelers focus on their offensive line. They've neglected it for years, partially because they have been able to win without a top notch unit. Pouncey has the potential to be a top notch center for years. He's a power blocker, perfect for the Steelers' style. This is the first step for the Steelers to rebuild their run game. Some may question taking a center this high. Jets fans should know better. Great teams are built on great offensive lines. Finding one of five quality players in the first round is a good move, particularly one representing as big of an upgrade as Pouncey does. Nick Mangold in the first round worked out pretty well.

Good pick? You're the judge.

Poll

Was this the right pick?

Yes

35 votes

Good move going offensive line but should have gone Anthony Davis

9 votes

Good move going offensive line but should have gone Mike Iupati

31 votes

Shouldn't have gone offensive line

6 votes

81 votes | Poll has closed

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They could also have gone with a defensive pick, but who can really argue with protecting Big Ben and improving that woeful run game.

by random122 on Mar 31, 2010 9:47 AM EDT reply actions

O-Line is a good call

though I would have preferred Iupati as the question has been raised about whether Pouncey could manage the nose tackles he would be dealing with in the AFC North. I think they are both good choices.

I have heard some suggest Dan Williams should be considered as well. The DBs had already gone in your draft and that has been another popular choice with some Steelers fans.

Considering who was left to choose from on the board at 18, your drafter could have done worse.

I may be old but I... oh d*mn, I forgot what I was going to say.

by Cold_Old_Steelers_Fan on Mar 31, 2010 9:53 AM EDT reply actions