The Pittsburgh Steelers wrapped up their pre-draft visits on Wednesday, using all 30 allauded visits (plus three local visits that didn't count against the 30). But despite meeting with a few dozen players, Omar Khan and the front office didn't take the time to meet with one of the most talented prospects in the class, who could slip into their draft range: Jordyn Tyson.
The Arizona State standout had an injury-plagued college career. This might be the only thing preventing him from being a top-10 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Tyson missed 34 percent of the games he was eligable to play over the past four seasons, which is a major cause for concern.
But talent like this doesn't grow on trees, and the Steelers could have found themselves in a perfect situation.
Because of the injuries, Tyson has a player who's expected to slide in Round 1 on draft day. However, the star receiver is working out for teams on Friday, and the Steelers need to be there.
The Pittsburgh Steelers can't ignore Jordyn Tyson in the 2026 NFL Draft if he falls
If Tyson slips in all the way to pick No. 21, there's probably a reason for that. Teams are concerned about his medicals. However, the talented wideout is almost guaranteed to be the best player on the board if he makes it that far, and he comes at a premium position.
The Steelers ignored Tyson for most of the pre-draft process. Pittsburgh did not bring in the oft-injured receiver for a coveted pre-draft visit. Now they must attend his private workout if there's any chance of him landing with this team.
Tyson, who was unable to attend his team's Pro Day, will host a private workout, and 18 NFL teams are expected to be in attendance, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Tyson will not partake in any athletic testing at his private workout, but he will be running routes for teams.
If all goes well, the gifted receiver could hear his name called as a top-15 pick, despite his extensive injury history that includes a multi-ligament knee injury, a shoulder injury, an ankle injury, and a hamstring injury (which he's been most recently dealing with).
Meanwhile, the Steelers haven't had a receiver who could create separation with ease since Diontae Johnson, who forced his way out of Pittsburgh with his antics. At 6'2'' and 203 pounds, Tyson pairs excellent size with outstanding hip fluidity and the ability to create space from nearly any route or alignment.
Even with the injuries, Jordyn Tyson is the biggest upside swing the Pittsburgh Steelers could take in the draft, and he needs to be considered if he slides on draft day.
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