PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers wanted to get ‘big and physical’ in the 2025 NFL Draft, and they did just that. With seven selections, Pittsburgh ended up with three players on their defensive line, while trying to strengthen their special teams core in the later rounds.

Howard was the first quarterback the Steelers selected in the NFL draft since Kenny Pickett's class. In 2022, Tomlin's team picked Pickett in the first round and South Dakota State Jackrabbits signal-caller Chris Oladokun in the seventh round.

Mike Tomlin broke his silence on the Aaron Rodgers rumors, giving a clear update on where the Steelers stand. With Pittsburgh's quarterback situation wide open, Tomlin's latest comments shed light on whether Rodgers is truly on the verge of joining the black and gold.