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3 successful rebuilds Steelers should learn from

By Sravan Gannavarapu

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 11: Kenny Pickett #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers warms up prior to the game against the Baltimore Ravens at Acrisure Stadium on December 11, 2022 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 11: Kenny Pickett #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers warms up prior to the game against the Baltimore Ravens at Acrisure Stadium on December 11, 2022 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images) /
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Rebuilds for Steelers to learn from: New Orleans Saints: 2006-2009

Yes, the process was enhanced with the signing of Drew Brees as a free agent, but free agency does count in this move as it was a vital part of the rebuild for the then-floundering Saints. Coming off the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, Sean Payton knew he had to find a way to rebuild the franchise and remove the losing stench.

The selection of Reggie Bush and seventh-round steal Marques Colston, combined with the signing of Brees, helped New Orleans endure a magical ride to the NFC Championship game. From there, veteran additions combined with clever trades, such as the acquisition of Jonathan Vilma, took center stage.

In 2006, the Saints also drafted tackle Zach Streif, defensive back Roman Harper, and guard Jahri Evans. 2007 brought tackle Jermon Bushrod, and 2008 featured defensive tackle Sedrick Ellis, Super Bowl hero Tracy Porter, and starting guard Carl Nicks. In 09, before the big game, punter Thomas Morstead and all-star safety Malcolm Jenkins joined the club. Several starters over a period of time found themselves as champions of the NFL.

What to learn from Saints rebuild: Draft well and look for quality free agents at impact positions

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