Steelers' Draft Picks for Dynamic Return Game

0:00On April 4th, Pittsburgh Steelers made some solid moves in free agency under GM Omar Khan grabbing starters at key spots. But they still got gaps at quarterback, wide receiver, middle linebacker, and one sneaky need, kicking pun returners. They lost Kenneth Gainwell and Calvin Austin III, so special teams need to spark for the 2026 NFL draft. That draft class is loaded with versatile return guys who could fit right in. Take Hank Beatty from Illinois, a four year standout whose electric on punts. Over his last two seasons, he returned 35 puns for 523 yards and a touchdown with speed and vision that could light. Up the Steelers unit. Then there's Zachariah Branch out of Georgia, a 5 with 10, 180 pound receiver who kills it both ways. This past year, he racked up over 800 receiving yards and six scores, plus solid pun and kick returns in 180 yards on 15. Punts in 205 on 10 kicks. He could slide in as a number three wide out and replace Austin.

1:03Meanwhile, Barry and Brown from Kentucky and LSU brings day three value with a 4.4 40 yard dash. He posted at least 350 receiving yards every college season, topping 503 of them, and he's a kick return beast over. 1900 yards and five touchdowns across four years. These picks could flood that hole without breaking the bank, giving the Steelers the dynamic return game they need heading into next season. Keep an eye on draft day. That wraps NFL News Today, brought to you with AI. I'm Corey with The Story.