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The 2020 NFL Draft is going to go off as scheduled, it might look different but will still be held at the end of April. With this announcement coming from Roger Goodell this past week, it brings more validity to the practice of mock drafts. While mock drafts are simply guesses as to what will happen, it does create some great discussion for fan bases.
In the latest 4-round mock draft by Chad Reuter of NFL.com, he has the Pittsburgh Steelers going all over the map when it pertains to their top three picks in the process.
Check out who Reuter has slated to the Steelers, and a synopsis of the player below their name from their NFL Draft Profile.
Round 1
No Pick (Well, Minkah Fitzpatrick)
Round 2
Bradlee Anae - Edge
School: Utah | Year: Senior
Overview
Anae’s tape tends to grow on you the more you watch with his revved-up motor and salty disposition showing up in every game. He’s fairly skilled and instinctive as an upfield rusher with a threatening upfield burst and a relatively diverse approach to climbing past tackles. He’s not a natural bender or the longest edge defender and he’s much better at attacking blockers than defending his territory against the run. He has the size, hands and strength to play standing or with a hand down, but may have a better chance of becoming a starter as a rush linebacker in a 3-4.
Round 3
Jalen Hurts - QB
School: Oklahoma | Year: Senior
Overview
Like Tim Tebow, Hurts is a winning dual-threat quarterback known for his strength, toughness and character. Hurts is a more accurate passer and better runner than Tebow but is inconsistent as a decision-maker and tends to break the pocket when throws are there to be made. His deep-ball touch and intermediate accuracy improved this year so teams may see him as a developmental talent who will keep getting better in the right scheme. He’ll struggle to beat NFL defenses from the pocket, but his ability to grind out yards on the ground and make off-schedule plays should make him a solid backup with upward mobility.
Round 4
Quintez Cephus - WR
School: Wisconsin | Year: Juniorvg
Overview
After missing all of 2018, Cephus got right back into the swing of things culminating with memorable games against Ohio State and Oregon. Size and body positioning create workable windows in tight quarters and his ball skills build trust with the quarterback. He’s a build-up runner who lacks suddenness to uncover and may need to be motioned, bunched, and lined in the slot to help with early separation. Teams know he can catch it but will need to see him get open. Cephus is a possession receiver with the profile of a capable WR3/4.
How would you feel if this is how the top three picks went for the Pittsburgh Steelers? Would you be happy? Frustrated? Let us know what your thoughts are in the comment section below, and be sure to stay tuned to BTSC for the latest news and notes surrounding the black-and-gold.