Steelers Draft Target Drawing Antonio Brown Comparisons
Pittsburgh With Diontae Johnson now in Carolina and the Pittsburgh Steelers’ free agent additions not projecting to be the team’s number-two option, the team is starting to appear increasingly dependent on receivers as the 2024 NFL Draft approaches.
Nevertheless, the Steelers’ extensive need list may force them to pass on wide receiver, but former Georgia Bulldog Ladd McConkey, a possible superstar, might be waiting for them in the second round.Dane Brugler of The Athletic even likened him to a past Pittsburgh superstar.
“This is going to be unfair, but I’m going to say his ceiling is like an Antonio Brown,” said Brugler. “The agility both inside and outside, the capacity to catch and run. Once more, the topic is ceilings. We’re talking about all going well, he remains well, and he hits. That’s the kind of player we’re talking about—one who everties correctly. That’s ambitious, I know, but that’s the ceiling. What are the odds of reaching that ceiling? Not too high, but given his exceptional talent, I believe he possesses that kind of ability.
Who knows whether the Steelers really think that highly of McConkey, but they are obviously interested in him. Last week, they welcomed him for a pre-draft visit as they attempt to add weapons to the arsenal for Arthur Smith, Russell Wilson, and the rest of the revamped offense.
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After trading Diontae Johnson to the Panthers earlier in the summer, the Steelers still have a severe need at wide receiver.
Because of this, there have been multiple trade speculations involving Pittsburgh involving veteran wide receivers, which is why the organization needs to keep an eye on the most recent holdout.
Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton did not show up for voluntary workouts on Monday in an attempt to negotiate a new contract, according to NFL Network source Tom Pelissero. For the final two years of his contract, Sutton’s guaranteed amount is a mere $2 million.
Denver appears to be starting a rebuild, so if the team is unable to give Sutton what he wants, they may try to trade him.
The Steelers ought to call the Broncos if that’s the case. The bond between Sutton and rookie quarterback Russell Wilson is undeniable.
The pair, who had spent the previous two seasons playing together in Denver, demonstrated their bond in 2023 when they combined for ten touchdowns.
The 28-year-old would probably not cost more than a third-round selection. The finances would be the largest obstacle in a possible trade.
Sutton wants a new contract that may increase his annual compensation because he has a $17 million cap hit in 2024. Pittsburgh might decide not to make the move for that reason alone, but general manager Omar Khan has a track record of manipulating the salary cap.
According to reports, the former second-round pick had ankle surgery in the summer, but “it doesn’t seem like it’s cause for significant concern.”
Entering his eighth season in the NFL, Sutton is looking for stability, and if the Broncos go with Jarrett Stidham or another quarterback in 2024, his output might suffer.
Sutton’s best chance appears to be to rejoin Wilson on the Steelers, who are prepared to challenge for a Super Bowl. For now, the ball is in Denver’s hands.
