Despite the Steelers clearly trying to bolster their defense through the 2015 NFL draft, they add another weapon to quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's arsenal in the third round with the 87th overall pick. Teammates, media and fans all chime in on their feelings about Auburn receiver Sammie Coates.
Mel Kiper says Sammie Coates-1st round pick talent, has to be more consistent catching the ball. 9.8% drop rate. Ran by fastest DB's in SEC.
— TribLIVE Radio (@TribLiveRadio) May 2, 2015
Coates, like Martavis Bryant, is a bit of a project with home-run hitter capabilities. #Steelers will have to work on him with drops
— Dale Lolley (@dlolleyor) May 2, 2015
Mann said he is a candidate to play inside. Didn't do it a lot at Auburn. best redeeming quality is deep passing game.
— Ray Fittipaldo (@rayfitt1) May 2, 2015
Steelers WR coach Richard Mann says there are a lot of similarities between Coates & Bryant, tho Coates is little more experienced.
— Will Graves (@WillGravesAP) May 2, 2015
#Steelers pick Sammy Coates WR #Auburn in R3. He's 6-1 3/8, 212 with 4.42 40. Long arms. Certified deep threat. Runs with screens. Very raw.
— James C Wexell (@jimwexell) May 2, 2015
"@dbhrvat70: so many drops!!!" yes inconsistent hands but not a shrinking violet a la Limas.
— James C Wexell (@jimwexell) May 2, 2015
The selection of Sammie Coates almost guarantees Markus Wheaton will fill the role of slot WR. Coates is a deep threat.
— Ray Fittipaldo (@rayfitt1) May 2, 2015
The Coates pick is not a bad pick. It's a HORRIBLE pick. What an absolute joke.
— Steelers Delivery (@SteelerDelivery) May 2, 2015
What is Coates going to give the Steelers offense? that was a weird pick.
— Cian Fahey (@Cianaf) May 2, 2015
Alquippa's own Richard Mann handles press duties. Says Coates is great selection, a bit of a project. You can't coach up his athleticism.
— Chris Bradford (@BCTBradford) May 2, 2015
We will love Sammie Coates. Our WRs unreal! 3 straight SEC players. #HereWeGoSteelersHereWeGo pic.twitter.com/aPGnaL5W1X
— TheMantheMytheLegend (@Steel_Legends) May 2, 2015
Coates = Limas Sweed 2.0 or nah?
— Tony DelSignore Jr (@TonyD_12) May 2, 2015