Steelers 2026 NFL Draft scouting report: WR Elijah Sarratt

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With the Pittsburgh Steelers expected to address the wide receiver position early in the 2026 NFL Draft, one potential Day 2 prospect looks like a perfect fit for their No. 53 overall pick.

Indiana Hoosiers wide receiver Elijah Sarratt, a physical wide receiver with a knack for contested catches, could help form a terrifying wide receiver trio opposite DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr.

Here's a look at Sarratt's scouting report, containing important information on his bio, strengths, concerns, stats, and highlights.

Elijah Sarratt, WR, Indiana​

• Height: 6-feet 2 1/2-inches
• Weight: 210 pounds
• 40-yard dash: 4.45 seconds unofficial (Indiana Pro Day)
• Projection: Late-second round

Strengths​

• Fantastic ball security (zero fumbles in collegiate career)
• Excels in contested catch situations
• Elite body control
• Exceptional, crisp route runner
• Great blocker
• Outstanding in the red zone

Concerns​

• Release vs. physical press corners needs work
• Lack of second gear on deep balls
• Average yards-after-catch ability

Stats​

• 2023: 82 receptions, 1,191 yards, 8 touchdowns
• 2024: 53 receptions, 957 yards, 8 touchdowns
• 2025: 65 receptions, 830 yards, 15 touchdowns

Highlights​

Elijah Sarratt main highlights are the backshoulders, but he also put a few fun routes on tape for 6-2 210 pic.twitter.com/uaSQJcG9ac

— Ian Hartitz (@Ihartitz) March 31, 2026

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