Round One Analysis: Cameron Heyward, DE, Ohio State

Twenty-four hours ago I called for the Steelers to forego a pick in the first round.  Then Cameron Heyward, son of late University of Pittsburgh stud Craig "Ironhead" Heyward, managed to fall behind a bunch of defensive ends, which is largely ludicrous.

Much Ado About Nothing? Steelers Should Trade Out of First Round

First-round draft picks are a big deal.  If you doubt that, consider that the NFL has broken the draft into three days rather than two this year, devoting Day (or, more accurately, Night) One to a single round.  This is where the "special" players are drafted -- the guys who can come in and start right away.  Last year, the Steelers drafter at #18 and picked Markice Pouncey to play Guard.  He merely earned a trip to the Pro Bowl as a rookie.  As a center.