Steelers Get Serious, Host Makai Lemon for Pre-Draft Visit | Ranking Top 11 Prospects Left to Invite
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The Locked On Steelers podcast dives into the Pittsburgh Steelers' intensified pre-draft activity, spotlighting the recent visit of USC wide receiver Makai Lemon as a pivotal moment signaling the team's seriousness in building their roster. Host Chris Carter argues that Lemon, the Bolitnikoff Award winner and elite route runner with superior hands, represents the ideal fit to complement DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman in the Steelers' receiving corps, potentially serving as a first-round home run pick. With 11 non-local pre-draft visit slots remaining, Carter outlines his top 11 prospects the Steelers should target, including Jordan Tyson (despite injury concerns), Penn State guard Olai Bavenga Ioane, Oregon safety Dylan Thienemann, and others across offensive line, cornerback, and safety positions. The episode also features a deep dive into the Omar Cooper Jr. vs. Casey Concepcion debate, with Carter favoring Cooper for his superior hands and developing YAC skills, and concludes with a mock draft simulation based on the Steelers' top 100 picks, revealing potential selections from 21st to 99th overall.
Makai Lemon’s pre-draft visit signals the Steelers are serious about upgrading their wide receiver room with a true playmaker.
Jordan Tyson, despite injury concerns, remains a high-potential target if he falls to the Steelers' 21st pick.
Olai Bavenga Ioane and other top guards should be prioritized to solidify the Steelers' offensive line.
Omar Cooper Jr. is ranked above Casey Concepcion due to better hands and improved YAC ability, making him a better fit for the Steelers' offense.
The Steelers should use their remaining 11 pre-draft visits to evaluate key second-round prospects across multiple positions.
Introduction & The Steelers’ Pre-Draft Shift
The episode opens with a promotional segment for the Everydayer Club and introduces the main topic: the Steelers' increased pre-draft activity, highlighted by Makai Lemon's visit, signaling a shift in their draft strategy.
Makai Lemon: The Ideal Wide Receiver Fit
“This is the guy that if the Steelers traded up to get, and make no mistake, they're going to have to trade up to get him. But this is the guy that I think that they absolutely, if they get him... It is a home run first round pick, in my opinion.”
Top 11 Prospects for Pre-Draft Visits
Carter presents his list of 11 key prospects the Steelers should bring in, focusing on wide receivers, guards, and defensive backs, emphasizing the importance of evaluating talent beyond the top-tier prospects.
Omar Cooper Jr. vs. Casey Concepcion Debate
“I have Omar Cooper Jr. not by a mile but by, I'd say, a respectable amount in the step down of my rankings.”
Mock Draft Simulation: Steelers' Top 100 Picks
Carter simulates the Steelers' draft picks based on their top 100 rankings, revealing that Omar Cooper Jr. would be selected at 21st overall, with other strong fits like Chris Bell, Trade on Stukes, and Dion Burks in later rounds.
“This is the guy that if the Steelers traded up to get, and make no mistake, they're going to have to trade up to get him. But this is the guy that I think that they absolutely, if they get him... It is a home run first round pick, in my opinion.”
“He will be a heartbreaker if he's with the Steelers. He's going to be a guy that tortures the Ravens, Browns, and Bengals for years.”
“I have Omar Cooper Jr. not by a mile but by, I'd say, a respectable amount in the step down of my rankings.”
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Makai Lemon
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Omar Cooper Jr.
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Casey Concepcion
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Jordan Tyson
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Olai Bavenga Ioane
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Keontae Scott
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