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Antonio Brown from the moment the Steelers made it clear they were moving on from him. But the Raiders wisely were coy John Stallworth Jersey , resisting making the first move — and as a result pilfering him from Pittsburgh.G.M. Mike Mayock explained how things went down during a Friday visit to .“I kept saying, ‘We’re not interested,'” Mayock said. “Then the Buffalo thing fell through. One of their guys reached out to Jon [Gruden]. . . . [Steelers GM] Kevin [Colbert] said to me, ‘Would you trade your two? I said, ‘No, but we might trade our three.'”Last year, the Raiders traded their three from the trade down from No. 10 to No. 15 to the Steelers for receiver Martavis Bryant, so it was definitely going to take more than that to get Brown. Ultimately, the Raiders got Brown for a three and a five, a deal that looks even better after the Browns gave up a one Jack Butler Jersey , a three, and a player taken with a first-round pick in 2017 to get Odell Beckham.The outcome reconfirms the value of a poker face when negotiating trades. The Steelers failed to create the impression that they’d keep Brown, although they tried (too late) to change the perception/reality that they would take whatever they can get. The Raiders opted to say “not interested,” “not interested,” “not interested,” “not interested,” and “did I stutter?” until the price dropped to a point where the Raiders got interested. After the draft and signing free agents, the Steelers roster is filled beyond capacity."WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Latest NewsSteelers Film Room2018 NFL Draft AnalysisLatest NewsLatest NewsThe updated 2019 Pittsburgh Steelers offseason roster New,18commentsAfter the draft and signing free agents, the Steelers roster is filled beyond capacity. EDTShareTweetShareShareThe updated 2019 Pittsburgh Steelers offseason roster Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY SportsThe Pittsburgh Steelers 2019 roster has reached its capacity (and then some) after the NFL draft and signing of unrestricted free agents. With the Steelers receiving an international exemption Joe Greene Jersey , 91 players can be carried into training camp. Here is a breakdown of the Steelers roster by position with the number of players kept (in parentheses) on their initial 53-man roster in 2018.OffenseQuarterback (3)Ben RoethlisbergerJoshua DobbsMason RudolphBrogan RobackAnalysis: With the exception of fullback, this is the only position group that did not change over the weekend. The only items in question is which player will end up in the number two spot: Dobbs or Rudolph.Running Back (3)James ConnerJaylen SamuelsBenny Snell Jr^Trey EdmundsRalph WebbMalik Williams Trevon McMillan^^Analysis: With the addition of two players over the weekend, the Steelers now have seven running backs going to camp. The top three spots are pretty solidified with Conner, Samuels, and Snell with the exact order to be determined. The other four players are pretty much battling for a practice squad spot.Fullback (1): Roosevelt NixAnalysis: This position group held steady at one throughout the weekend with no foreseeable changes on the horizon.Wide Receiver (7)JuJu Smith-SchusterDonte MoncriefJames Washington Diontae Johnson^Eli RogersRyan SwitzerTrey GriffeyKa’Raun WhiteTevin JonesDiontae SpencerAnalysis: Exactly where Diontae Johnson fits on the depth chart right now is debatable, but starting him low and allowing him to rise based on his play is a wise choice. Although the Steelers kept seven WR’s last season, they may stick with just six. Even though many people believe Rogers or Switzer will no longer have a spot, they still round out the top six players. Beyond this point, everyone else will have to prove themselves in training camp and the preseason.Tight End (3)Vance McDonaldXavier GrimbleZach Gentry^ Kevin RaderChristian Scotland-Williamson**Trevor Wood^^Analysis: With the release of Bucky Hodges just before the draft, it was certain the Steelers were going to add more players at this position. Zach Gentry is safely the third option at this point with the chance to rise. With Christian Scott–Williamson given a free spot Ernie Stautner Jersey , the Steelers may or may not keep a second TE on the practice squad. It is also of note that Trevor Wood, although he played tight end in college, is also a long snapper and will be added to that depth chart as well. After rookie minicamp, it remains to be seen if he will still be, or ever was, considered a tight end.Offensive Line (9)Maurkice PounceyDavid DeCastro Ramon FosterAlejandro VillanuevaMatt FeilerChukwuma OkoraforJerald HawkinsB.J. FinneyZach BannerDerwin Grey^R.J. PrincePatrick MorrisJ.C. HassenauerGarrett Brumfield^^Fred Johnson^^Analysis: When grouping the offensive line as an entire unit, is very difficult to say who is actually at the top of the list. All four players on the top are the projected starters, regardless of order. The next three players: Feiler, Chuks, and Hawkins L.C. Greenwood Jersey , are projected to battle for the starting right tackle position. Finney, the obvious back up at both center and guard, is capable of stepping into any of those positions. Derwin Grey has the opportunity to show he can play guard at the NFL level and be the next player on the depth chart. But the Steelers have not kept more than nine offensive lineman and have gone with as few as eight. So there will be some interesting battles to make the 53-man roster and the practice squad.DefenseDefensive Line (6)Cameron HeywardStephon TuittJavon HargraveTyson AlualuDaniel McCullersIsaiah Buggs^Lavon HooksConor SheehyWinston CraigCasey SaylesJay Hayes^^Chris Nelson^^Analysis: The Steelers currently have twice as many players as what they usually keep on the defensive line. The top four are pretty much locked in with everyone else fighting for the last two spots. Both Hooks and the newly drafted Buggs will have the opportunity to get ahead of McCullers on the depth chart.Outside Linebacker (3)T.J. WattBud DupreeAnthony ChickilloOla AdeniyiSutton Smith^Keion AdamsJ.T. JonesAnalysis: This is the only defensive position where there has been no subtractions from last season. A late draft pick was added to the mix, and it is unsure where Sutton Smith will fit on the depth chart. All indications point to the Steelers carrying more than three OLB‘s which they began with last season, but exactly how many will come from productive play.Inside Linebacker (5)Vince WilliamsMark BarronDevin Bush^Tyler MatakevichUlysees Gilbert III^Robert SpillaneTegray ScalesRyan Shazier (PUP)Analysis: With the release of John Bostic, Devon Bush should have every opportunity to move in the starting lineup. Mark Barron is ready to go, but can also be used as the dime linebacker. Although they kept five inside linebackers last season, this is a position where the Steelers could cut back. If so, Ulysses Gilbert III and Tyler Matakevich may have to show who can bring more value to special teams.Cornerback (5)Joe HadenSteven NelsonMike HiltonArtie BurnsCameron SuttonJustin Layne^Brian AllenHerb WatersMarcelis BranchKam KellyJack TochoAlexander Myers^^Analysis: Twelve corners seems to be a lot, but Coach Tomlin mentioned in his post-draft press conference how certain corners can also be used as safeties. If so Dermontti Dawson Jersey , their position flexibility will really help to gain a roster spot. Otherwise, players who have been on the roster in the past may find themselves out of a job.Safety (5)Sean DavisTerrell EdmundsJordan DangerfieldMarcus AllenDravon Askew-Henry^^P.J. Locke^^Analysis: With so few safeties on the roster, there could definitely be some corners moved over to the position. If not, almost every safety has a great shot at making the roster. But having guys who were typically fighting for a roster spot as the only depth makes this position group one of the most concerning. SpecialistsPlacekicker (1)Chris BoswellMatt McCraneMathew Wright^^Punter (1)Jordan BerryIan Berryman^^Long Snapper (1)Kameron CanadayTrevor Wood^^Analysis: The Steelers added one specialist at each position as an undrafted free agent. Trevor Wood is technically also a tight end, but chances are he will see his time at long snapper. It is surprising the Steelers technically have three kickers on the roster, so do not be shocked if one of them is let go before training camp in order to get the roster to 91.^2019 Draft Choice^^2019 Undrafted Free Agent TotalsOffense: 42 (not including Wood)Defense: 44 (not including Shazier)Specialists: 7Total: 93**As Undrafted Free Agents get processed through the league office, the Steelers will have to reduce the roster to 91.