Bold Prediction: Steelers to Take Sleeper QB in 2025 NFL Draft
The Pittsburgh Steelers remain in quarterback purgatory. Aaron Rodgers continues to string Mike Tomlin’s team along as it waits for his decision, while Mason Rudolph and Skylar Thompson have 21 career NFL starts between them. No matter how things unfold, Pro Football Network believes Tyler Shough could be a development option for the Steelers in the 2025 NFL Draft.
The Louisville quarterback played in 42 games over seven collegiate seasons, including stops at Oregon and Texas Tech. He threw for 3,195 yards, 23 touchdowns, and six interceptions for the Cardinals last season. He’s seen as a sleeper prospect in this year’s draft.
“Louisville’s Tyler Shough has been a late riser in the draft process, to the point where Day 2 is a realistic draft outcome,” Pro Football Network wrote. “Shough has some of the best arm talent in the draft and a mature ability to cycle through his progressions. While he does turn 26 years old in September, his age is part of the reason why the Steelers might be able to get a discount on a talented prospect in the draft.”
The Steelers’ only other option — drafting a quarterback earlier — might not be prudent, being that they currently don’t have a second-round choice.
“After their first pick at No. 21 overall, the Pittsburgh Steelers don’t pick again until the No. 83 overall pick in the third round,” PFN said. “So, while the Steelers still need to acquire a starting quarterback, it’s unrealistic to think that option will come through the draft. Even if someone like Jaxson Dart is available in the first round, it’s unlikely he’ll be ready to start in Week 1 for an otherwise veteran-laden team.”