Pittsburgh Steelers free agency 2019: Top 5 targets

KANSAS CITY, MO - DECEMBER 09: Kansas City Chiefs outside linebacker Dee Ford (55) before the snap in the fourth quarter of an NFL game between the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs on December 9, 2018 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO. (Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

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CHARLOTTE, NC – SEPTEMBER 09: Daryl Williams #60 of the Carolina Panthers against the Dallas Cowboys during their game at Bank of America Stadium on September 9, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers won 16-8. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images) /

2. Daryl Williams

Tackle doesn’t project as a massive need for the Steelers in 2019, but guys who can play at an All-Pro level don’t come available very often. That’s why Tomlin and company should at least consider the idea of bringing Williams to Pittsburgh.

Clearly, his medicals will be important. He only played one game in Carolina last season before going down with a serious knee injury. The Panthers originally hoped he could come back later in the season, but his recovery didn’t make that possible.

When Williams is healthy, he’s arguably the best right tackle in football. In particular, he’s a guy who can blow open massive holes in the run game. Given Ben Roethlisberger’s advancing age, that’s something that should become more and more important to the Steelers in the near future.

Remember, the Steelers current starter at right tackle also ended up on injured reserve last year due to a knee injury. Marcus Gilbert is also 30-years-old. Acquiring a better player who is four years younger could be really prescient business for Pittsburgh. Admittedly the Steelers don’t need Williams, but he could really upgrade their offensive line if he is available at the right price.

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