The Pittsburgh Steelers made four selections on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft, addressing needs at wide receiver, quarterback, cornerback, and offensive guard.
Day 2 Recap
The Steelers entered Day 2 with four picks: one in the second round and three in the third round. They executed a trade with the Indianapolis Colts, sending picks 53, 135, and 237 in exchange for pick 47 and pick 249. This move allowed them to secure their targets.
With their selections, they drafted:
- Round 2 (47th overall): Germie Bernard, wide receiver, Alabama.
- Round 3 (76th overall): Drew Allar, quarterback, Penn State.
- Round 3 (85th overall): Daylen Everette, cornerback, Georgia.
- Round 3 (96th overall): Gennings Dunker, offensive guard, Iowa.
Player Details
Germie Bernard, WR
- Led Alabama in receiving in 2024 and 2025.
- Forced a missed tackle on 26.6% of receptions; had 5 drops in 232 career targets and 1 drop in 102 targets in 2025.
- Used in Wildcat formations; described as strong-willed with good run-after-catch ability.
Drew Allar, QB
- Started 35 games at Penn State.
- At 6'5", 228 lbs, with a strong arm and better athleticism than credited, according to quarterbacks coach Tom Arth.
- Joins a quarterback room that includes Mason Rudolph and Will Howard.
Daylen Everette, CB
- 6'1", ran 4.38 in the 40-yard dash.
- Can play outside and in the slot.
- Defensive coordinator Patrick Graham noted his physical build and serious demeanor as fitting the team's defensive identity.
Gennings Dunker, G
- Started 38 games at Iowa.
- Will be tried at guard, opposite Mason McCormick.
- Offensive line coach James Campen cited his aggressiveness and ability to pull as strengths demonstrated at the Senior Bowl.
Day 3 Outlook
The Steelers have five remaining picks on Day 3: one in the fourth round, one in the fifth, and three in the seventh. If all are used, the 2026 draft class will total nine players.