Pittsburgh Steelers: Best Draft Picks of the 2010’s

Dec 20, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown (84) returns a punt past Denver Broncos long snapper Aaron Brewer (46) and defensive back Josh Bush (20) during the third quarter at Heinz Field. The Steelers won 34-27. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 20, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown (84) returns a punt past Denver Broncos long snapper Aaron Brewer (46) and defensive back Josh Bush (20) during the third quarter at Heinz Field. The Steelers won 34-27. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 17, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin reacts during the third quarter of the AFC Divisional round playoff game against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 17, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin reacts during the third quarter of the AFC Divisional round playoff game against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports /

With six Lombardi’s, the Pittsburgh Steelers have some impressive decision making skills. Choosing to build their team through the draft instead of with high-priced free agents, every selection is paramount for the team’s success. That makes the job of GM Kevin Colbert and head coach Mike Tomlin that much more difficult. However, the pair have been consistently good at scouting talent.

The following list is judged based on the players on-field production, off-field behavior, and draft position.

Honorable Mentions:

Emmanuel Sanders: 2010 Round 3, Pick 82

Markus Wheaton: 2013 Round 3, Pick 79

Bud Dupree: 2015 Round 1, Pick 22

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