Eric Ebron criticizes Steelers for 2021 draft decision
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 12:48 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Former Steelers tight end Eric Ebron expressed criticism towards the Pittsburgh Steelers during an interview on the Not Just Football Podcast. Ebron highlighted the team's decision to draft tight end Pat Freiermuth in the 2021 second round instead of center Creed Humphrey, suggesting that protecting quarterback Ben Roethlisberger should have been a priority. He pointed to issues with the offensive line during Roethlisberger's final season, implying that a better selection could have improved team performance. Ebron emphasized that more weapons were unnecessary given the quarterback's struggles in that season.
- •Ebron played two seasons with the Steelers before becoming a free agent.
- •He criticized the drafting of Freiermuth over Humphrey in 2021.
- •Ebron believes the Steelers needed to focus on protecting Roethlisberger more effectively.
- •The Steelers' offensive line faced significant challenges in 2021.
- 12:48 PMYahoo Sports — Former Steeler bashes former team for 1 big draft pick
"Former Steelers TE Eric Ebron took shots at multiple former teammates and the franchise in a recent interview.
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