8 free agents still on the market who could help the Steelers

It’s nearly June and the Pittsburgh Steelers are in the midst of OTAs. The Steelers have had a very strong free agency period and followed that up with one of the best NFL draft hauls in the league. However, even after all that, there are still positions on this roster that need help. Here are eight free agents still on the market who could help the Steelers.

WR Mecole Hardman

Dec 26, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (17) runs the ball against Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Robert Spillane (41) and cornerback Tre Norwood (21) during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

WR Jamal Agnew

Dec 31, 2023; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Jamal Agnew (39) catches a pass against the Carolina Panthers during the second quarter at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-USA TODAY Sports

WR Michael Thomas

Jan 5, 2020; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas (13) runs after a pass reception against Minnesota Vikings strong safety Andrew Sendejo (34) during the first quarter of a NFC Wild Card playoff football game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Derick Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

EDGE Yannick Ngakoue

Indianapolis Colts defensive end Yannick Ngakoue (91) celebrates after sacking Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, during a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

CB Patrick Peterson

Dec 7, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Patrick Peterson (20) celebrates a blocked punt against the New England Patriots during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. New England won 21-18. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

CB Xavien Howard

Oct 28, 2019; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard (25) breaks up a pass intended for Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (19) during the second quarter at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

S Justin Simmons

Dec 15, 2019; Kansas City, MO, USA; Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons (31) intercepts a pass during the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

EDGE Markus Golden

Oct 29, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Markus Golden (44) takes the field before playing the Jacksonville Jaguars at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports