The Pittsburgh Steelers have made significant strides in improving their roster following the 2025 NFL draft, particularly evident through their recent acquisition of wide receiver DK Metcalf. While there is cautious optimism surrounding the Steelers' progress, their quarterback position still raises questions.

According to Pro Football Focus' rankings in the AFC North, the Steelers are rated second, just behind the Baltimore Ravens. However, the Cincinnati Bengals, with their explosive offense featuring stars like Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins, are considered a more formidable opponent. The rankings highlight a division where even slight adjustments can alter team dynamics, especially with the Steelers showcasing improvements across nearly every positional unit.

The Baltimore Ravens have added a promising talent to their defense, selecting Malaki Starks, a safety from the Georgia Bulldogs, in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. This move is crucial as the Ravens face fierce competition in the AFC North, particularly with the Cincinnati Bengals retaining their dynamic receiving duo of Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Starks' ability to read plays and tackle effectively will be pivotal as he joins a talented secondary alongside Marlon Humphrey, Kyle Hamilton, and Nate Wiggins. The Ravens aim to improve their ranking in pass defense after struggling in 2024, and Starks is poised to make an immediate impact.

With the 2025 NFL Draft concluded, fantasy football enthusiasts are gearing up for draft season. ESPN analysts convened for an intriguing mock draft, revealing rookie placements and positional strategies that can shape fantasy teams. Notably, Ashton Jeanty emerged as the first rookie selected, landing in the top five, while established stars like Lamar Jackson and Ja'Marr Chase influenced the early selections.

In a 10-team, PPR scoring format, key picks included Bijan Robinson, Justin Jefferson, and rising rookies like Jahmyr Gibbs and Malik Nabers. Tight ends saw early value too, with Brock Bowers and Trey McBride making the top 25. The mock highlighted a competitive landscape as fantasy players evaluate their strategies based on these insights.