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Steelers rebuilding Mock Draft after Chase Claypool trade

By Andrew Falce

2023 NFL mock draft: Jalen Carter #88 before the Georgia Bulldogs Spring game at Sanford Stadium on April 16, 2022 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Steve Limentani/ISI Photos/Getty Images)
2023 NFL mock draft: Jalen Carter #88 before the Georgia Bulldogs Spring game at Sanford Stadium on April 16, 2022 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Steve Limentani/ISI Photos/Getty Images) /
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Oct 1, 2022; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; Boston College Eagles wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) reacts after scoring a touchdown during the first half against the Louisville Cardinals at Alumni Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports /

Steelers 2023 mock draft Round 3: Zay Flowers, WR, Boston College

Claypool was working out of the slot for the team, and his departure leaves a hole there. Pickens is developing into the guy for this offense while Diontae Johnson will serve as his running mate. The team will need to find a capable slot receiver that can be dependable and make some plays after the catch to fill in for Claypool.

Zay Flowers has been a dynamic receiver out of Boston College that will do just that. While a smaller frame, he is a twitchy athlete that can play a variety of roles for an offense. While he has worked outside during his college days, his size will likely limit him to the slot once he becomes a pro.

He has gadget appeal as a runner inside a receive that can win from sharp routes over the middle. He would be a yard after the catch threat, something this offense is sorely lacking, and allow for some potential rushing opportunities given how he has been used in college. He would be a fun addition and fill the need this team will have in the slot.

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