After a flurry of signings in the past week, the Pittsburgh Steelers focus is now turning towards the draft and the team is conducting a meeting today with one of the top inside linebackers in the draft.
Members of the Pittsburgh Steelers coaching staff including head coach Mike Tomlin and linebackers coach Keith Butler are meeting with Florida Gators linebacker Brandon Spikes in Gainesville, Florida, according to a league source.
Spikes (6ft3, 258 lbs) is one of the top inside linebackers in the draft and despite the addition of Larry Foote, linebacker remains a priority for the Steelers.
Tomlin and his staff are expected to spend two days in Gainesville, scouting and meeting with prospects.
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