3 Mid-Round Wide Receiver Targets Steelers Can Turn Into Stars

The Pittsburgh Steelers will have a lot of work to during the 2020 NFL Draft, as every single one of their rivals in the AFC North will have improved, even the Cincinnati Bengals. Pittsburgh's biggest weakness is at the wide receiver position, which was exposed last season following JuJu Smith-Schuster's numerous injuries. However, the Steelers will have a chance to address that position beginning in the second round, and they'll have some appealing options at wideout they ought to consider. With that in mind, here are three receivers the Steelers should target.

3. Devin Duvernay

Texas WR Devin Duvernay / Ronald Martinez/Getty Images

If there was one star on Texas' 2019 offense not named Sam Ehlinger, it was Devin Duvernay. The two-year starter really shined during his senior year in Austin, where he recorded 106 receptions for 1,386 yards and nine touchdowns. He's known for his initial burst that makes him a threat as a vertical receiver. By adding Duvernay, the Steelers would be able to line up both Smith-Schuster and James Washington on the outside, which is the ideal setup.

2. Van Jefferson

Florida WR Van Jefferson is rising up draft boards, but could be available to the Steelers in Round 3. / Andy Lyons/Getty Images

This could be a two-for-one pick for the Steelers. Van Jefferson, a slot guy who doubles as a punt returner, possesses terrific quickness while also showing attractive hand-eye coordination. More importantly, the former Florida Gator can make the difficult catch. This past season in Gainesville, Jefferson recorded 49 receptions for 657 yards and six scores. If he is on the board in Round 3, the Steelers should consider him a value pick.

1. Tyler Johnson

Tyler Johnson would be a great fit in the AFC North. / Hannah Foslien/Getty Images

There is perhaps no tougher receiver in the draft class than Minnesota's Tyler Johnson. While he's a bit undersized, Johnson isn't afraid to put his body on the line to make the contested catch. In his senior year with the Gophers, Johnson recorded 86 receptions, tied for the most in Big Ten, for 1,316 yards and 13 touchdowns. Ben Roethlisberger could take major advantage of having the hard-nosed Johnson at his disposal, especially in red zone situations.