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Roman Wilson is heading into one of the most important seasons of his young career, but one NFL legend delivered a brutal analysis of where he stands within the Pittsburgh Steelers: He’s the “ugly baby” of the receiver room.
On a new episode of the 89 podcast, NFL legend Steve Smith Sr. pointed out that the praise Wilson receives is actually more concerning than complimentary.
“Here’s what I hear: He’s a great kid, excellent blocker. You never wanna hear that when you’re a wide receiver," Smith said about Wilson. "Excellent blocker, that’s like the ugly baby. There is value. So much value they drafted someone else.”
Smith also went on to point out why he gives Germie Bernard the edge over Wilson the WR3 battle, arguing the biggest difference is the ability (or inability in Wilson's case) to get off press coverage.
While we do believe Wilson offers more value than the stats suggest over the past two seasons, Smith knows exactly what it takes to be a great receiver in the NFL. And apparently he doesn't believe Wilson has that right now.
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This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: NFL legend delivers brutal assessment of Steelers WR Roman Wilson
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On a new episode of the 89 podcast, NFL legend Steve Smith Sr. pointed out that the praise Wilson receives is actually more concerning than complimentary.
“Here’s what I hear: He’s a great kid, excellent blocker. You never wanna hear that when you’re a wide receiver," Smith said about Wilson. "Excellent blocker, that’s like the ugly baby. There is value. So much value they drafted someone else.”
Smith also went on to point out why he gives Germie Bernard the edge over Wilson the WR3 battle, arguing the biggest difference is the ability (or inability in Wilson's case) to get off press coverage.
While we do believe Wilson offers more value than the stats suggest over the past two seasons, Smith knows exactly what it takes to be a great receiver in the NFL. And apparently he doesn't believe Wilson has that right now.
For up-to-date Steelers coverage, including any offseason moves, follow us on X @TheSteelersWire and give our Facebook page a like.
This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: NFL legend delivers brutal assessment of Steelers WR Roman Wilson
Continue reading...
