The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson, a dynamic player who fits what offensive coordinator Arthur Smith would like to do. However, former Steelers offensive coordinator Todd Haley wants to see the team add to its running back room once again and take Arizona State’s Cam Skattebo.

PITTSBURGH -- The 2025 NFL draft began Thursday night in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Despite a lot of speculation around them perhaps drafting Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders, the Pittsburgh Steelers used their No. 21 selection of the first round to fill a defensive need on Thursday night. Here's a breakdown of every Pittsburgh pick as it happens:

Just as they did in the first round, the Pittsburgh Steelers passed on drafting quarterback Shedeur Sanders in the third round. The Steelers instead chose to select former Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson with the 83rd overall pick.