2015 NFL Draft: Where Does Giants Rookie Class Rank?

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Oct 11, 2014; Lexington, KY, USA; Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks offensive lineman Chase Regian (71) and Kentucky Wildcats defensive end Alvin Dupree (2) during the game at Commonwealth Stadium. Kentucky defeated Louisiana-Monroe 48-14. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports

5. Pittsburgh Steelers: Draft Grade A-

The Steelers drafted guys with tremendous upside that are going to help their football team in the toughly competitive AFC North. First the Steelers select the incredible Alvin Dupree, who could have gone much higher than the 23rd overall selection. Dupree from Kentucky is a 6-4, 269 pound pass rusher who will be a difference maker for the Steelers.

The Steelers first three selections were the aforementioned Dupree, Senquez Golson (CB Ole Miss) and Sammie Coates (WR Auburn). All three of these players were drafted were high value prospects that will turn into high value players immediately. Coates, who was an absolute steal in the third round gives Ben Roethlisberger another deep threat receiver. Golson has great cover skills and should improve a depleted secondary.

Other impressive picks by the Steelers include Doran Grant an impressive cornerback from Ohio State (121st overall selection) and an underrated pass rusher from Miami in Anthony Chickillo (212th overall selection). The Steelers got significantly better with this draft class.

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