5 sleeper players the Steelers could target in the 2020 NFL Draft
Tyler Johnson
Wide receiver, Minnesota
Here’s a player I’ve been a big fan of since the beginning of the draft process. While there are plenty of questions about his overall athleticism, Tyler Johnson was a wildly productive receiver who just comes down with everything thrown his way.
Johnson was snubbed from a Senior Bowl invite this offseason, so there is no doubt he will have a chip on his shoulder to prove himself at the next level. The star receiver earned nearly 2,500 receiving yards and 25 touchdowns over his past two seasons at Minnesota while averaging over 15.0 yards per reception.
Though Johnson may not be able to create a ton of separation in the NFL, he’s a savvy route runner who is extremely physical at the catch point. His size profile (6’1”, 206 pounds) and physical playstyle brings back shades of Hines Ward in his early days.
For the Steelers, Johnson would immediately be inserted as their 4th wide receiver. Though he doesn’t have a lot of special teams experience, he has the ability to play both outside and slot receiver. He could present terrific value on day three of the draft.