Christopher Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, hosts the Locked on Steelers podcast.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have several needs, and Christopher Carter gives a pre-combine mock draft that shows Omar Khan can take advantage of a strong defensive tackle class. Kenneth Grant, Walter Nolen, Mason Graham and Tyleik Williams all look the part of potential game changers for the Steelers' defensive front to further create a physical defense that can stop the run and rush the quarterback at a high rate. See what other picks at wide receiver, cornerback and running back Chris made in his first mock of the offseason. 

Also, Chris talks about the Steelers' release of Preston Smith, and what that does for the team's salary cap. Could other moves soon follow that open up the Steelers' salary cap to more space to spend in free agency than they've had in several years? Finally, Chris gives his final Stars and Skulls grades on the Steelers' safeties, including Minkah Fitzpatrick and DeShon Elliott.

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