Unless Pittsburgh makes a rare move to trade back in the 2025 NFL Draft to acquire additional draft assets, Swann will only have the luxury of announcing the 83rd overall pick in the third round — due to the DK Metcalf trade that sent the Steelers’ second-round pick to the Seahawks.

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2025 draft strategy has been a hot topic of discussion, as the team looks to maximize the value of each pick. Instead of simply drafting the best prospects, the Steelers are focusing on finding the right fit and long-term value at each position.