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The Steelers might be looking to save some money while cutting ties with the former 1st round draft pick." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesHorizontal - WhiteBehind the Steel Curtaina Pittsburgh Steelers communityLog In or Sign UpLog InSign UpFanpostsFanshotsSectionsSteelersOddsShopAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 322 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Latest NewsSteelers Film Room2018 NFL Draft AnalysisLatest NewsFiled under:Latest NewsArtie Burns’ time with the Steelers might be shorter than anyone envisionedNew Womens Jerome Bettis Jersey ,94commentsThe Steelers might be looking to save some money while cutting ties with the former 1st round draft pick.EDTShareTweetShareShareArtie Burns’ time with the Steelers might be shorter than anyone envisionedPhilip G. Pavely-USA TODAY SportsIn the 2016 NFL Draft, the Steelers selected Artie Burns, cornerback from the University of Miami. For those of us who follow the draft, and the lead up to the draft, closely, you remember what transpired before the Steelers made their pick. The Steelers had their sites on William Jackson III from Houston, but when the Cincinnati Bengals pulled the rug out from underneath their feet, it seemed like Burns wasn’t just a reach, but a knee jerk reaction.Nonetheless Jerome Bettis Jersey , Burns played in all 16 games his rookie season and even registered three interceptions throughout that campaign. What happened next season was a steady decline in production. Everything from tackles to interceptions dropped, and it only got worse in 2018. Last year Burns was known more for jumping offsides multiple times on field goal blocking situations, than his play as a defensive back. Whenever he saw the field he became the immediate target for the opposing quarterback.It got so bad Coty Sensabaugh eventually took over as the starter, and Burns was left with nothing more than special teams and mop up duties in the secondary.This offseason was an important one for Burns, and it got off to a rocky start when the Steelers declined his 5th year option. But this might not be the worst news Burns hears this offseason. Now, Ed Bouchette of The Athletic is reporting the Steelers might consider cutting Burns outright before training camp to save them $800,00.Burns could bounce back, show more confidence and become the player the Steelers thought they drafted, but right now things look rough. Throw in the fact the Steelers drafted Justin Layne in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft James Conner Jersey , and it seems as if the organization is preparing for the future at cornerback, whether that includes Burns has yet to be determined.What do you think the future holds for Burns? Will he make the 53-man roster this year and play out the final year of his rookie contract? Will he be cut before training camp to save some cash? Or will he go through training camp and then be released/traded?Let us know by voting in the poll below, and be sure to explain yourself in the comment section below! In a truly surprising move, the Pittsburgh Steelers used the 66th pick of the 2019 NFL Draft to select Toledo WR Diontae Johnson."WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Latest NewsSteelers Film Room2018 NFL Draft AnalysisLatest NewsLatest News2019 NFL Draft Analysis2019 NFL Draft Grades: Grading the Steelers first 3rd round pick of Diontae JohnsonNew,88commentsIn a truly surprising move, the Pittsburgh Steelers used the 66th pick of the 2019 NFL Draft to select Toledo WR Diontae Johnson.EDTShareTweetShareShare2019 NFL Draft Grades: Grading the Steelers first 3rd round pick of Diontae JohnsonTim Fuller-USA TODAY SportsVery rarely do I find myself at a loss for words, but the Steelers selection of WR . I am absolutely flabbergasted if I am being honest, and anybody who has had the misfortune of reading one of my articles knows I know no other way. My main desire is to be both accurate and fair, to each new Steelers addition but also to each member of Steelers Nation. I want to speak for the average red blooded Steelers fan https://www.thesteelerslockerroom.com/authentic-terrell-edmunds-jersey , because that is what I am to the core. So here we go, please forgive my frankness.I, like every other rational Steelers fan walking the planet, was super excited to see all the high end talent left for the Steelers to peruse over when the 66th selection rolled around. I was anxiously anticipating another difference maker to be obtained, considering the smorgasbord of talent at their disposal. I thought a wide receiver could be the next target seeing how the Steelers would want to try and replace some big time production that recently left the building. I was actually pleased when DK Metcalf was taken off the board by the Seahawks. I thought this would be a perfect opportunity to supply Big Ben with the WR with length that he has been praying for over the years. Hakeem Butler seemed like a no brainer if it was a wide receiver. Then the Steelers pick was announced, and my jaw hit the floor. I was half right, it was a receiver, but not one any of us were expecting.How do I grade a selection that feels like a massively unnecessary reach of epic proportions? First I will focus on the good news. The Steelers know Diontae Johnson very well, seeing how they invited him in for that predraft visit. Johnson's professional comparison is none other than Antonio Brown. Johnson is 5'10" and 183 lbs. which is almost identical to Brown. Johnson ran a 4.53 40 which is also similar to AB. Even Johnson's strengths and weaknesses listed in his draft profile sound all to familiar. Excellent footwork and release off the line. Consistent hands and slippery in the open field. Kick return ability. Weaknesses include questionable top end speed and concentration lapses. Sound like anybody else we used to know?So what is my problem with this selection you ask? He sounds like a clone of the elite receiver that recently left the program. Brown was a sixth round selection who turned out to be an incredible value Womens Terrell Edmunds Jersey , especially for a late round pick. Johnson was already on my radar, as the Steelers were interested enough to request that visit, but I thought he would warrant sixth round or later consideration. I may be wrong, but I can't imagine another team was waiting to run up to the podium to select Johnson anytime soon. I may be wrong and Lord knows I hope I am. I will be rooting for this kid big-time to be successful. I trust the Steelers brass knows what they are doing and obviously feel they have found a diamond in the rough. However I am basing my grade for this selection strictly on draft position value. I believe the Steelers could have waited at least till the sixth round to have made this pick.Therefore I am giving the Diontae Johnson selection a disappointing grade of D.What grade do you give this selection? Please vote in the attached poll and explain your reasoning in the comments section below.Welcome to the Pittsburgh Steelers, Diontae Johnson! From all of us at Steelers Nation!