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Curt Popejoy

3 late-round running backs to round out the Steelers depth chart

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The Pittsburgh Steelers head into the offseason with only two running backs under contract. Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren form an excellent one-two punch in the backfield but Pittsburgh will need to add at least one back to round out the depth chart. Here are three late-round options for the Steelers to consider in the 2023 NFL draft.

Deuce Vaughn, Kansas State

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Vaughn is a diminutive back who runs with incredible agility and surprising power. He’s got soft hands in the passing game and can provide a spark as a third-down back with speed.

Eric Gray, Oklahoma

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Highly productive, all-around back for Oklahoma, Gray is going to end up far outplaying his draft spot with his violent and explosive running style.

Keaton Mitchell, Eastern Kentucky

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Few backs in this draft display the agility and short-area burst of Keaton Mitchell. He’s got an elite top-end speed as well but it’s the quickness through the hole that really stands out.

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