One of the bigger defensive needs for the Pittsburgh Steelers this offseason is defensive tackle. More specifically, a true run stuffer in the middle of the defensive line. They could (and likely will) go the route of the draft to sure up this need, but depth and instant difference-makers will be available in March when free agency begins. Here is a few names the Steelers could look at.

Mike Pennel

Pennel has been a very good rotational piece on the Chiefs’ defense. The 33 year-old veteran has been one of the top run-stopping defensive tackles in 2024. He added three sacks and a forced fumble as well. Picking him up on a one-year deal would be a good signing.

Levi Onwuzurike

Onwuzurike would be an immediate starter. He ranked 31st in snaps for interior defenders and was seventh in hits on the quarterback while also being a quality run stopper. This would be a route to go should the Steelers not have defensive lineman in mind as their top overall selection.

Sebastian Joseph-Day

This would be a big fish signing. Joseph-Day was one of the better interior defensive linemen in the league last season with the Titans. He was credited with 29 stops, which was 13th in the league, via PFF. At 6-foot-4, 310 pounds, he has an athletic build for a defensive tackle, and would be a good addition to put on the Steelers’ defensive line, especially in run situations.