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2018 NFL Mock Draft: Final evaluations before the Scouting Combine

By Maxwell Ogden

SOUTH BEND, IN - OCTOBER 17: Quenton Nelson #56 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish celebrates after a 10-yard touchdown reception by Corey Robinson against the USC Trojans in the fourth quarter of the game at Notre Dame Stadium on October 17, 2015 in South Bend, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
SOUTH BEND, IN - OCTOBER 17: Quenton Nelson #56 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish celebrates after a 10-yard touchdown reception by Corey Robinson against the USC Trojans in the fourth quarter of the game at Notre Dame Stadium on October 17, 2015 in South Bend, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /
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Alabama Crimson Tide. Ronnie Harrison. 28. player. 55. . Safety

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a short list of weaknesses, but the safety position should sit at the very top. Mike Mitchell is likely on his way out and there isn’t a replacement to be found on the active roster—thus turning the attention to the 2018 NFL Draft.

With a big frame and tremendous speed, former Alabama Crimson Tide star Ronnie Harrison has a chance to fill that void for the Steelers.

Harrison stands at 6’3″ and 214 pounds with the type of athleticism that scouts search far and wide for in a contemporary safety. He’s capable of thriving in both man and zone coverage, and quickly sheds blockers with his hands and quickness.

Whether he’s blitzing or dropping back in coverage, Harrison has the tools to be a three-down player who, at the very least, plays at an high-quality level in multiple phases.

Size and athleticism are appealing on both sides of the ball, but for Pittsburgh, this makes the most sense. Harrison would be joining one of the most promising young cornerback duos in the NFL in Mike Hilton and Artie Burns.

Some may target a different position at No. 28 overall, but the Steelers have a rare opportunity to draft for both need and upside with Harrison.

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