4 biggest strengths on the Steelers roster

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3. Wide receiver

There was a time not all that long ago when the Pittsburgh Steelers had arguably the best wide receiver corps in the NFL. However, the dominant days of Antonio Brown, Martavis Bryant, and JuJu Smith-Schuster came to a screeching halt too soon, and Mike Tomlin was left to pick up the pieces.

While the Steelers could probably use one more top-end talent at wide receiver, the position is suddenly deeper than it has been in years. George Pickens and Diontae Johnson will be full-time players, but veteran Allen Robinson II will carve out a respectable role as well. This should be an upgrade over Steven Sims from 2022 (who was one of the least efficient receivers in the league when targeted last year).

The depth keeps on going, as Calin Austin III looks healthy after returning from a foot injury that claimed his entire rookie season. Austin could provide a spark with his speed and athletic traits from the slot. Likewise, Anthony Miller is back from IR and competing for a role on the team.

The depth is rounded out by players like Miles Boykin and Gunner Olszewski who have earned their living on special teams. The Steelers even signed XFL star Hakeem Butler, and the 6'5'' receiver will have a chance to stick around on the 53-man roster. This position might not have the star power quite yet, but it's getting there.