The Steelers only have the 83rd overall pick on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft. But, no matter how things go, there could be a number of attractive players available.

Here's a quick list of some of the best players available on Day 2:

RUNNING BACKS

Even if the Steelers don't move around and only pick at 83rd overall tonight, running back is perhaps the most likely option.

• TreVeyon Henderson, Ohio State: Henderson isn't a small back, but at 5-10 and 202 pounds, he isn't the biggest guy, either. However, he's an explosive athlete. He earned a RAS score of 8.87, highlighted by elite marks in the 40-yard dash (4.43), vertical jump (38 1/2 inches) and broad jump (10 feet, 8 inches). He displays plenty of patience with a true one-cut ability and likes to get north in a hurry. He's also the most polished pass protector in a deep class of running backs. Because of this, he can come in right now and likely earn third-down reps already, which is a great trait for a young back.

• Kaleb Johnson, Iowa: Johnson offers a great blend of size at 6-1, 224 pounds, and the ability to run in a wide zone or outside zone system, making him a great fit for Arthur Smith. His size and underrated game speed makes him an intriguing candidate to pair with Jaylen Warren. He's light on his feet and has tremendous burst once he puts his foot in the ground and goes. Johnson currently projects to be a second-round pick, but the Steelers brought him in for a pre-draft visit, so I'm inclined to believe there's a legitimate effort to try and get back into the second round.

• Quinshon Judkins, Ohio State: There's a lot to like about Judkins. He is a similar size to Johnson at 6-0 and 221 pounds, but he has significantly better foot speed with a 4.48 40-yard dash and is a more explosive athlete. However, he's not quite as polished as a pure runner. He's a very good north-to-south runner, but lacks creativity and isn't as good of a playmaker. His pass protection is a bit more refined, but Johnson is the better schematic fit for the Steelers. Either way, the Steelers will be getting great value if they somehow get back into the second round and grab either Johnson or Judkins.

• D.J. Giddens, Kansas State: Giddens is most likely a later Day 2 option at running back, and might be a great pick in the third round. At 6-0 and 212 pounds, Giddens is a big back with 4.43 speed. He has a ton of patience, impressive footwork given his lack of experience and one-cut ability that could step into the Smith's system and thrive. He needs to learn to use his size to his advantage a little more often and really needs to improve in his pass protection, but the traits are very intriguing in the third round.

• Dylan Sampson, Tennessee: Sampson is an interesting player in this class. He's a smaller back at 5-8 and 200 pounds. But, for those who remember Reggie Bush's USC days, that was Sampson's favorite player growing up -- and it shows up on tape. He's a dangerous one-cut runner that makes people miss and displays a good amount of patience to set up blocks. He also has surprisingly good run-after-contact ability, but needs to take another step in pass protection and ball security in order to become a true three-down back in the NFL. He's also a better inside zone runner as opposed to outside zone, so I'm curious of the fit.

• Damien Martinez, Miami (FL): At 6-0 and 217 pounds, Martinez has great size for an NFL running back. Between his time at Miami (FL) and Oregon State, he's experienced in both gap and zone schemes, though he was much more effective in the Hurricanes' downhill, gap system. Martinez can come right in and be an early-down and short-yardage back, but he also has exceptional receiving abilities for a larger back. His pass protection needs a lot of work, but if he can figure that out and develop as a runner, he is more than capable of growing into a legitimate three-down NFL running back.

• Cam Skattebo, Arizona State: While Skattebo may never be the fastest or most explosive back on an NFL roster, he will challenge every other player on the roster with his tenacity and work ethic. He'll likely start on any team as a complementary piece before earning a larger role, which would fit well in Pittsburgh. Skattebo's elite contact balance is reminiscent of Warren, and he always finds extra yardage through brute force. The concerns with Skattebo are his 822 touches over four college seasons, including 338 touches in his final season with the Sun Devils. That's a lot of mileage for a college running back, and Skattebo runs like he's trying to truck all 11 defenders every time he touches the ball. He could be a very popular player given his running style, but there are legitimate concerns about how well he'll hold up physically at the NFL level.

• R.J. Harvey, UCF: Harvey is a bit raw, but the traits are enticing. He's a little smaller at 5-8 and 205 pounds, but is also an explosive athlete, earning a 8.48 RAS score. His 4.40 speed is more than noticeable when he's able to get downhill, but needs to work on his vision and conviction when reading defenses. When he makes the right read, he can gain chunks and also make people miss. He profiles as a slasher type in a zone-blocking scheme, and he's already an accomplished receiving option out of the backfield.

QUARTERBACKS

After rightfully passing on a quarterback in the first round, I truly believe it's in play on Day 2.

• Shedeur Sanders, Colorado: A lot of people are surprised he's still available after Day 1 of the draft, myself included, especially since two quarterbacks did go in the first round. Sanders is perhaps the best pocket quarterback in this class, so he's a lot more attractive if he slides all the way to 83rd overall. He's unflappable in the pocket and can make just about any throw, all while having anticipation for those throws and a high football IQ. However, his arm is pretty average for NFL standards and his lack of mobility make it difficult to project him as a special playmaker.

• Jalen Milroe, Alabama: This is the home run swing for any team in the draft. The second Milroe is drafted, he'll become at least a top-three running quarterback in the league. He's got a legitimate, strong NFL arm with a good deep ball. His short accuracy, anticipation and processing all need a ton of development. But, if he hits, he's going to hit big. It's just a substantial risk, and the earlier he's drafted, the higher the risk. Day 2 lessens the hurt if he's a miss.

• Tyler Shough, Louisville: Probably the most pro-ready quarterback in this class, and at 25 years old and seven college seasons under his belt, he should be. He's got a legitimate NFL arm, plenty of accuracy and his mobility is vastly underrated. However, he's the polar opposite of Sanders. Far too often, he gets rattled under pressure and makes critical mistakes because of it. If he ever figures that out, we're talking about a guy that can be a starter for a long time.

• Will Howard, Ohio State: The intangibles are solid with Howard. He's a great leader and elevated his game when it mattered, leading Ohio State to a national championship with a stellar performance. He's got the ideal size for the position and has a willingness to attack any portion of the field. While he's certainly not a statue, he's not a dual-threat guy and lacks a truly special arm. While his performance in the playoffs elevated his stock, there were too many times prior to that in which he shrunk in big moments. It's for NFL teams to figure out which version of Howard they'd be getting. If they get the playoff version, they're getting a legitimate starter. If not, they're getting a career backup.

• Kyle McCord, Syracuse: McCord's the true definition of a gunslinger. He can make some huge plays because of it, but he can make some boneheaded plays, too. That's why, according to Pro Football Focus, he led Power Four conferences in both big-time throws and turnover-worthy plays. If McCord had a special arm, he'd draw comparisons to Ben Roethlisberger. However, he just doesn't have the same type of arm. When drafting a gunslinger, you've gotta make sure they have enough firepower.

WIDE RECEIVERS

I don't think the Steelers are looking hard at this position, but it could still be in play if the board falls against them.

• Luther Burden III, Missouri: Burden's game is reminiscent of Deebo Samuel, given how much Missouri used him in motion and threw him the ball short with room to make things happen after the catch. He can make a lot of plays with the ball in his hands, but he's somewhat limited because of how he was used in college. According to Pro Football Focus, 75 percent of career catches were targeted inside of 10 yards. His game needs to expand far beyond that to become a legitimate option all over the field, but he's a dynamic athlete that can make plays as an 'X,' 'Z,' or slot receiver. There'll be an NFL team willing to take him on and mold him into a weapon.

• Jayden Higgins, Iowa State: Higgins has great size at 6-4, 214 pounds, but he plays much quicker than most receivers of his size. His game is also more of a possession receiver type, having sure hands and outstanding ball skills. His route tree is also very developed for a guy his age. For the coup de grace, Higgins is a willing blocker that has a natural advantage due to his size and 33 1/8-inch arms. Higgins' athleticism doesn't always translate on tape. While he caught 58.3% of contested catches in 2024, according to PFF, he finds himself in those situations far too often. He needs to grow as a route runner to gain better separation, and he also lacks a second gear to burn defenders downfield. Even so, he's a great option should the Steelers find themselves back in the second round.

• Jack Bech, TCU: When Bech is on the field, there is a lot to love. Most important, he probably has the best hands in this entire class. He just doesn't drop passes. That sure-handedness makes him a threat almost anywhere on the field, and he moves quite well for someone who stands 6-1 and weighs 214 pounds. He's not very experienced facing press coverage, which leads to some questions about how well he can get open at the NFL level. And, he has battled injuries and missed games in every season over the past three years.

• Jalen Royals, Utah State: Royals isn't a dynamic athlete and he doesn't possess elite speed, but he's got all the makings of a good possession receiver. At 6-0 and 205 pounds, he's big enough to play outside, and he's polished enough to win against press coverage there, especially with some polished footwork. Above all, he's a reliable pass catcher, which raises his floor quite a bit. Since he's not the most athletic, he'll need some work to find ways to win more consistently against NFL defensive backs. 

• Tre Harris, Ole Miss: Harris is a guy who doesn't need much work to immediately come in and become a deep threat. He doesn't have burner speed, but he has plenty of experience working downfield and making catches far beyond the line of scrimmage. He can also work closer to the line of scrimmage and make short catches on the run and gain yards with the ball in his hands. However, his route tree needs some serious expansion as he has little experience working the intermediate level, and he didn't face a ton of press coverage due to the nature of the Ole Miss offense. There's a lot to like about Harris, including his game and good size at 6-2 and 205 pounds, but he's more of a high-floor project, making him ideally a third-round pick.

• Jaylin Noel, Iowa State: Noel is a twitchy receiver better served in the slot, but has great speed and start-stop ability to be able to line up outside on occasion. He's also a prime candidate in the return game. At 5-10, he's on the smaller side. He also needs some refinement as a route runner and drops can be an issue, as well. However, a lot of this stuff is correctable with coaching. The uncoachable traits are very enticing, which is most likely why he'll end up being a Day 2 pick. He could be available in the third round.

• Elic Ayomanor, Stanford: The Canadian-born Ayomanor is one of the more polarizing receivers in this class. He's got a lot of the things NFL teams look for in an 'X' receiver. He's got good size at 6-2 and 206 pounds, a high football IQ, strong work ethic and enough production in college to earn a phone call on Day 2 of the draft. He's very raw in a lot of ways, especially in his ball tracking and overall technique catching the football. He already understands how to manipulate leverage in route running, and he's a very willing blocker in the run game. He could turn into one of the better receivers in this class, but it's going to require a good amount of development.

DEFENSIVE TACKLE

Don't rule out defensive tackle just because the Steelers selected Derrick Harmon in the first round. I could very well see them double-dipping at this position.

• Darius Alexander, Toledo: Alexander has great size and length to play multiple techniques up front. He's a violent player who impresses with strength and physicality, highlighted by an impressive club move, but also possesses some very underrated quickness for a man that stands 6-4 and weighs 305 pounds. He needs to clean up some of the technical aspects of his game, but a lot of it is correctable through coaching.

• T.J. Sanders, South Carolina: Sanders is a true three-technique who possesses impressive quickness and a high motor. He needs to be coached up quite a bit on run defense and as a pass rusher, but that seldom deters teams from taking a chance on a player like Sanders. He's likely a second-round pick because in addition to his college production and relentless motor, he's of ideal size at 6-4, 297 pounds with decent arm length at 33 1/8 inches. His game is all about quickness and active hands. He just needs some development to turn into a quality player.

• Alfred Collins, Texas: At 6-6 and 332 pounds, Collins is an absolute house. When he's technically sound, he's nearly impossible to move. He has great length with 34 5/8-inch arms, and is also very strong. His biggest knock is being slow to disengage from blocks, both in run defense and when rushing the passer. That obviously has to improve, otherwise he'll just become a rotational player. But, as one NFC personnel director told NFL.com, "He's a legit specimen. With the right coaching, he could end up taking off and becoming the best interior player in this class."

• Joshua Farmer, Florida State: Farmer is most likely a later Day 2 pick, a potential option for the Steelers in the third round. He has great size at 6-3, 305 pounds, and best fits as a defensive end in a 3-4 scheme. However, his size, strength and 35-inch arms make him an eventual option as an eventual two-gap defender. Farmer needs to improve his mechanics playing more as a three-technique, as he tends to gets walled off by blockers too often in run defense. He could also benefit from adding more tricks to the bag in his pass-rush game.

• Jamaree Caldwell, Oregon: Harmon's teammate could be an early Day 3 pick in this year's draft, but he's still in play on Day 2. At 6-2 and 332 pounds, Caldwell is more of a true nose tackle. He's more of a run stopper than a pass rusher, and he needs to be coached up on some technique. But those are perhaps the two things holding him back the most. If he's available in the third or fourth round, he could be a very nice find.