2026 Team Outlook: Pittsburgh Steelers
WR Roman Wilson, PIT - Low Potential
Wilson is a speed wideout (sub-4.40), selected by Pittsburgh in the third round of the 2024 Draft. He's a big-play threat with the straight-line quickness to stress defenses vertically, natural hands, and the agility to create after the catch in open space. His movements are fluid and purposeful, and Wilson shows the tools to develop into a reliable option at the next level. His early limitations are also clear. His route running is still a work in progress, and his game is currently better suited to the intermediate and deep areas of the field than the short zones. Physical corners (particularly in press coverage) will give him trouble early in his career, and his opportunities underneath figure to be limited until that part of his game matures. At Michigan, Wilson caught 107 passes for 1,707 yards and 20 touchdowns over four seasons, adding a glimpse of run-game utility with seven carries for 117 yards and two scores. His best year came in 2024 when he posted 48 catches for 789 yards and 12 touchdowns, an impressive stat line considering his offense averaged only 22 passing attempts per game. Wilson did cool off considerably down the stretch, managing just 12 catches for 200 yards and two touchdowns over his final six games. Wilson was only on the field for five plays in 2024 due to a bad hamstring injury. Pittsburgh gave him WR3 snaps (23.3%) last year, resulting in only 12 catches for 166 yards and two touchdowns on 21 targets. Most of his value came in two matchups (4/74/1 and 2/35/1). He suited up only once over the Steelers' final six matchups due to coaching decisions.
Fantasy Outlook: Wilson will have a minimal opportunity again in 2026, with his best chance to get on the field coming in the deep passing game. His experience last season points to growth in his play but not in opportunity.
QB Drew Allar, PIT - Dynasty Only
Allar guided Penn State to a 23-6 record across the 2023 and 2024 seasons before a broken left ankle in Week 6 last year cut his final college campaign short. In 2024, he led the Big Ten in completions (262), attempts (394), completion percentage (66.5%), and passing yards (3,327) while contributing as a runner with 96 carries for 302 yards and six scores. Across his two best seasons, he totaled 59 touchdowns over 29 starts, a strong foundation heading into the draft. 2025 was a different story. Over six starts, he averaged just 183 passing yards per game with eight touchdowns and three interceptions, and dropped all three of his final games by a combined eight points (24-30, 37-42, 21-22). On paper, Allar checks a lot of boxes. He brings legitimate NFL size at 6'5" and 230 pounds, a strong arm, and a college resume built on winning. His skill set translates well in theory, and he has the mobility to extend plays and create scoring opportunities when the pocket breaks down. He operated primarily out of the shotgun at Penn State. His questions center on his processing and decision-making. Allar's pre- and post-snap reads need refinement, and he has a tendency to lock onto early targets, leading to late throws that invite pressure or turnovers. His pocket presence is adequate, but his overall field vision falls short of what NFL defenses will demand. Better mechanics and sharper decision-making should improve his timing and ball placement, but those are areas that will need consistent development at the next level. Fantasy Outlook: Allar will compete for a backup role in his rookie season.
