with their pick of Devin Bush in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft
Greg Lloyd Jersey , and experts are weighing in on the selection."The Pittsburgh Steelers stunned many when they traded up 10 spots in the 2019 NFL Draft to select Devin Bush with the 10th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. It was a daring move, but the Steelers’ history of trading up shows when they really like a player, and are willing to move up to get them, it pays dividends. In the first round Kevin Colbert has only traded up twice in his tenure with the Steelers. In 2003 to select Troy Polamalu, and in 2006 to draft Santonio Holmes. One is a Hall of Famer waiting for his chance at induction, and the other is a Super Bowl MVP.With this track record you would think fans and experts alike would be on board with the pick of Bush. But that isn’t necessarily the case. Many experts aren’t sold on what the Steelers gave up to get Bush, and some feel the ILB position isn’t of great enough need to sell the proverbial farm to claim a top prospect. Either way, check out the expert grades below, and be sure to bash them in the comment section if you disagree with their grade or analysis!CBS Sports10. STEELERSDevin Bush, LB, MichiganThis is the player to replace Ryan Shazier after what happened to Shazier
Kevin Greene Jersey , who had a tragic injury and might never play football again. This kid can fill that role for the Steelers. They gave up a little too much though (picks 20 and 52 overall and a 2020 third round pick). He better be special. Grade: BNFL.comPittsburgh Steelers Draft pick: Michigan LB Devin Bush (No. 10 overall)Day 1 grade: A- Draft analysis: I was so happy to see two inside linebackers go in the top 10 picks. Bush is worthy of that investment, as he moves like a safety and pounds ball-carriers with impunity. The picks they parted with to move up in the deal with the Broncos -- Pittsburgh sent them a 2019 second-round pick (No. 52) and 2020 third-rounder -- isn’t a ridiculous price to pay, but the Steelers could have found a much-needed corner had they stayed at No. 20 and a starting inside ‘backer in the second round (or later).Sports Illustrated10. PITTSBURGH STEELERS (TRADE WITH DENVER BRONCOS): LB DEVIN BUSHThe Steelers almost never trade up, but in this case, trading up for Bush was an easy decision. The team has had a massive hole at linebacker since Ryan Shazier’s tragic injury, which is extra damaging considering their scheme puts a premium on speed in the middle of the field. With Terrell Edmunds joining as a first-round pick last year, the Steelers can be either a nickel or dime defense, giving them flexibility to adjust to opponents week in and week out. They haven’t had such flexibility since Shazier was last on the field.GRADE: BSB Nation10. Pittsburgh Steelers: Devin Bush, LB, MichiganGrade: B-The Steelers made a trade solely based on supply-and-demand, jumping all the way up from No. 20 to No. 10 to take Bush. From a need standpoint
Lynn Swann Jersey , this is a move the Steelers had to make. The loss of Ryan Shazier created a hole in Pittsburgh’s defense. In this draft, there are two high-level linebackers in Bush and White. In that regard, it was smart for the Steelers to get Bush because the supply just isn’t there. But giving up that much draft capital for a linebacker is tough to defend. It won’t matter when Bush makes a Pro Bowl though.What do you think of the pick? You can check out what the BTSC faithful think of the pick by clicking on our article which grades the pick HERE, and feel free to go to the comment section and let your voice be heard!Steelers escape their game against Chiefs without injury If you’re looking for a silver lining in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, it might be the news that the team appeared to escape the contest without suffering any new injuries. When speaking to reporters after the game, Mike Tomlin’s update about the squad’s health was the only positive aspect of his press conference.Given that Vance McDonald played in his first game action since January after missing most of training camp, it should be considered something of a minor miracle that he managed to play an entire 60 minutes of football without hurting himself, even if his snaps were limited at times. With three players forced to miss the game due to injury, the coaching staff will be hoping that at least one or two of them are able to return in time to face the high-flying Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 3. With Ryan Fitzpatrick playing some of the best football of his career through the first two weeks of the season, having a healthy Joe Haden back on the field would be a major boost, and the cornerback offered some hope he might not be sidelined too long on Sunday via Twitter.It’s worth noting that Haden appeared to be the only notable injury the team suffered in the immediate aftermath of the game against the Cleveland Browns in Week 1 but
Bud Dupree Jersey , by Monday, it was apparent that David DeCastro had fractured his hand and Tyson Alualu was dealing with a shoulder problem too, so nothing is guaranteed at this stage.While he would return later in the game, James Conner could be seen receiving treatment on his leg during the second half. With it being impossible to tell what exactly was bothering him, the issue might have simply been a cramp, rather than anything more serious. But it’ll be worth waiting for more updates on Monday before assuming all is well.Reporting no adverse issues with his elbow after the game, despite missing two days of practice earlier in the week, Ben Roethlisberger will be another one to keep an eye on early in the week to make sure he’s not going to be limited on Monday. With an extra day of rest before they face Tampa Bay, it can only be hoped that will be enough time for any injured players time to recover.