Steelers news and commentary Wednesday, May 1st
Welcome to the Terrible Towel Tales, where we’ll highlight some of the latest stories permeating Steelers media for your reading pleasure every Monday through Saturday. In today’s news…
Steelers Have New WR Option in Free Agency | Noah Strackbein
The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly ”closing in” on a playmaker, with rumors flying around that they’re looking for a wide receiver trade. But a better option may have just hit the open market.
With the additions of Brian Thomas through the NFL Draft and Gabe Davis in free agency, the Jacksonville Jaguars have moved on from Zay Jones, releasing the veteran wide receiver. Viewed as the No. 2 or No. 3 option with the Jaguars last season, he’s likely looking for a similar role with his next team, and the Steelers may be the fit.
6th round DB Ryan Watts a potential addition to Steelers’ collection of ‘Avatar’ cornerbacks | Chris Adamski, TribLive
As the final of seven selections in a draft that has been widely praised, Ryan Watts slid under the radar. But at 6-foot-3, 208 pounds with 341⁄2-inch arms, Watts stands out as the latest “Avatar” among the Steelers cornerbacks.
“I’ve never heard that one,” a bubbling Watts said in a conference call soon after his selection Saturday. “That’s a first.”
Initial grades for the Steelers widely praised 2024 draft class | Andrew Falce, Still Curtain
Steelers round one selection: Troy Fautanu, OT, Washington
Grade: B+
The selection of Troy Fautanu is a double-edged sword for this team. On one hand, Fautanu is a great prospect on tape. He has the elite traits that you want in a tackle and is sound with his technique. Given the need at the position and the talent he showed on tape, you have a strong pick here.