2011 NFL Mock Draft: Remaining 6-Round Pittsburgh Steelers Mock Draft

With the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft in the books, the complexion of mock drafts everywhere is changed. Teams have already made one selection which, in many cases, came as a surprise to fans and analysts everywhere.

Here's a look at how the remaining six rounds might treat the Pittsburgh Steelers now that they've chosen defensive end Cameron Heyward in the first round.

Round 2, 63rd Overall: Ras-I Dowling, CB, Virginia

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ATLANTA - OCTOBER 09: Ras-I Dowling #19 of the Virginia Cavaliers against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Bobby Dodd Stadium on October 9, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Previously: James Carpenter, OT

Why Dowling?

The Steelers didn't land shutdown corner prospect Aaron Williams in Round 1 as predicted, so they will need to address their biggest deficiency in Round 2 with a potential stud like Dowling. He has good speed and coverage skills and could be a starter by 2012 for the Steelers. His speed could also make him an effective blitz corner as well, making both him and Troy Polamalu more dangerous.

Concerns?

His injury history is a little disconcerting, but he's a good player who projects well in the NFL.

Alternate: Marcus Gilbert, OT, Florida

Round 3, 95th Overall: Lee Ziemba, OT/G, Florida

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TAMPA, FL - JANUARY 1: Offensive lineman Lee Ziemba #73 of the Auburn Tigers watches play against the Northwestern Wildcats in the Outback Bowl January 1, 2010 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images)

Previously: Kenrick Ellis, DT

Why Ziemba?

Why not? He's the type of versatile offensive lineman that the Steelers routinely scout. He can play both tackle and guard well, although he's probably going to be on the right side unless he improves his technique, which is somewhat sloppy. Regardless, he would be a good candidate to sit and learn behind Flozell Adams and/or Willie Colon and then push for a starting job in 2012.

Concerns?

He projects well, probably as a RT, but the biggest concern has to be his rawness. He won't be an immediate starter. The Steelers have also had trouble picking linemen in the middle of the draft.

Alternate: Curtis Brown, CB, Texas

Round 4, 128th Overall: Jason Pinkston, OT/G, Pittsburgh

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CHARLOTTE, NC - DECEMBER 26: Teammates Jason Pinkston #77 and Dion Lewis #28 of the Pittsburgh Panthers celebrates after a 19-17 victory over the North Carolina Tar Heels on December 26, 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty

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Why Pinkston?

Even landing a guy like Ziemba will not completely fix the team's offensive line. They probably need a guard and a tackle. In that theory, another versatile guy makes sense. That way you can figure out which one plays best at each position. Pinkston was a good run-blocker in college who could continue to develop his decent pass-blocking in the NFL behind the team's current starters. He could be a starter by 2012 or 2013 depending on how things develop.

Concerns?

Not many. The main concern is that he can adapt to Pittsburgh's blocking scheme, which isn't the same as the one he played in college. He'll also have to adapt to a quarterback who holds onto the ball. None of Pitt's quarterbacks were much in the way of making plays.

Alternate: Brandon Burton, CB, Utah

Round 5, 162nd Overall: Kendric Burney, CB, UNC

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CHAPEL HILL, NC - OCTOBER 11: Kendric Burney #16 of the North Carolina Tar Heels stops a pass in front of Golden Tate, #23 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during their game at Kenan Stadiium on October 11, 2008 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. (Photo by

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Why Burney?

Just like the team needs a couple of good offensive line prospects to groom, they need a couple of good corners to push for starting jobs. Even if the team re-signs Ike Taylor, they'll need someone opposite him and they'll need a new nickel back now that the failed William Gay experiment will come to an end.

Burney is a decent corner who is raw and needs the developmental talents of Carnell Lake and Dick LeBeau. He has a ton of potential, especially as a nickel player.

Concerns?

Lack of big-time experience. UNC doesn't exactly play at the same level as Texas or Auburn.

Alternate: Henry Hynoski, FB, Pittsburgh

Round 6, 196th Overall: Alex Henery, K/P, Nebraska

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LINCOLN, NE - NOVEMBER 13: Alex Henery #90 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers kicks an extra point against the Kansas Jayhawks during their game at Memorial Stadium on November 13, 2010 in Lincoln, Nebraska. Nebraska Defeated Kansas 20-3. (Photo by Eric Francis/

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Why Henery?

I'm not budging on this one. There are no kickers currently in the league who scare anyone. The best would probably be former Bronco Matt Prater. Henery is a double-duty guy who would allow the Steelers to give Daniel Sepulveda recovery time and perhaps even allow them to save a roster spot by having one player for two positions.

He has excellent strength and accuracy, both traits lacking in several former Steelers kickers.

Concerns?

Drafting kickers high isn't always a good move, but Henery seems like the best we've seen in awhile.

Alternate: Willie Smith, OT, East Carolina

Round 7, 232nd Overall: Derrick Locke, RB, Kentucky

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LEXINGTON, KY - NOVEMBER 13: Derrick Locke #20 of the Kentucky Wildcats runs with the ball during the game against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Commonwealth Stadium on November 13, 2010 in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 38-20. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Ge

Previously: Greg Lloyd, ILB, Connecticut

Why Locke?

I'm still not sure Locke will fall this far, but he's been tumbling lately and has one of the worst injury histories in the running back class. His speed, however, is hard to ignore. The Steelers need a speed compliment to the power of Rashard Mendenhall and Isaac Redman. Locke fits that bill. It's probably best for him to carve out a career as a complimentary piece. He doesn't have the size or strength to be an every-down back.

Concerns?

The injuries are scary and his lack of a sturdy frame is too, but he's got blazing speed.

Alternate: Josh Portis, QB, California, PA