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Steelers May Have Quietly Solved a Massive Problem with Max Iheanachor
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Steelers May Have Quietly Solved a Massive Problem with Max Iheanachor

NFL Draft On SI·Justin Melo·about 1 month ago
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The Pittsburgh Steelers were embarrassed while playing host to the 2026 NFL Draft. The Steelers believed they were primed to select USC wide receiver Makai Lemon at No. 21 overall. They possessed so much conviction that they were reportedly already on the phone with Lemon. That's when the Philadelphia Eagles leapfrogged them in the NFL Draft order, trading to No. 20 overall to secure Lemon. Left to scramble, the Steelers pivoted to Arizona State offensive tackle Max Iheanachor. Despite the chaos and first-hand embarrassment , Iheanachor could solve a massive problem for the Steelers. If Lemon was the Steelers' primary target, it's interesting that they bypassed other receivers still on the board, such as Omar Cooper Jr. and KC Concepcion . Shifting to Iheanachor made more sense, however. The Steelers are now well protected at a premium position that was previously marred by uncertainty.…

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