2022 NFL draft: 7 interesting WR options for the Steelers
In less than 24 hours, the Pittsburgh Steelers lost three of the team’s five best wide receivers to free agency. There are still some great veteran options for Pittsburgh to consider but today we are talking draft picks. Here are seven guys who are great fits for what the Steelers need spread out across the entire NFL draft.
Chris Olave, Ohio State
If the Steelers go wide receiver in the first round, former Ohio State star Chris Olave is the guy. Olave is a silky smooth route runner with deceptive speed and excellent hands. A true No. 1 wide receiver.
Christian Watson, North Dakota State
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If Pittsburgh wants to wait until the second round, Christian Watson of North Dakota State would be a great pick. He’s a home-run threat and complete route runner who lines up all over the field.
Skyy Moore, Western Michigan
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roots to the Pittsburgh area, Western Michigan’s Skyy Moore is a fan favorite. Moore has elite deep speed and can pull the top off of a secondary.
George Pickens, Georgia
Pittsburgh attended the Georgia pro day and head coach Mike Tomlin kept a close eye on Pickens. The former Georgia star has NFL quality size, elite catch radius and is a smooth athlete.
Calvin Austin III, Memphis
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Memphis’ Calvin Austin has been the star of the Memphis offense and understands how to deal with sticky coverage and constant double teams. Austin is also another guy who is a burner and will stretch a secondary.
Justyn Ross, Clemson
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Another guy the Steelers seem to have their eye on is Justyn Ross. Ross should slide some due to medical concerns but he has elite length and height, a high football IQ and excellent run after catch ability.
Bo Melton, Rutgers
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This one is a little personal but as a day three pick, Rutger’s Bo Melton could be a bargain. He’s a quick, squatty receiver who is incredibly explosive. He ran a great 40 at the combine and could be a very good inside receiver.
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