Firstly, I'd like to say this draft is ridiculous. So much great talent has fallen here that I'd trade back 10 slots and still probably get one of the guys I actually wanted, but screw it,
With the 20th pick of the 2024 mock era NFL draft, the Pittsburgh Steelers select Byron Murphy II, DT, UTAustin.
Sure, defensive tackle isn't the biggest need on the team, but Murphy is the bpa and it isn't close. With WPMOTY Cam Heyward getting long in the tooth, the Steelers need to replenish the defensive line with young studs. Last year's second round pick, Keanu Benton, can now move back to DE and Murphy will lock down the interior at NT or the 3 tech in nickel packages.
Murphy is a muscular, compact, freaky athletic player. Drawing comparisons to Aaron Donald, this man will be an anchor in Pittsburgh for years to come.