Steelers must target 6-foot-2 WR with elite speed in 2026 NFL Draft

Less than a week away from the 2026 NFL Draft, one Day 2 wide receiver continues to look like a great fit for the Pittsburgh Steelers, who are expected to heavily address the positional need early.

Ole Miss wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling, a big-bodied receiver with exceptional deep speed, would make an excellent addition to Pittsburgh's roster with a second- or third-round draft pick.

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

De'Zhaun Stribling, WR, Ole Miss

• Height: 6 feet 2 1/8 inches
• Weight: 207 pounds
• 40-yard dash: 4.36 seconds
• Projection: Second- to third-round

Strengths

• Challenges secondaries with legit deep speed
• Excellent ball tracking on deep throws
• Willing blocker
• Adjusts well to deep balls
• Route pacing is solid

Concerns

• Struggles against physical corners in contested-catch situations
• Age and developmental upside concerns (will be 24 in December)
• Needs to work on finishing catches after heavy contact

Stats

• 2021: 44 receptions, 471 yards, five touchdowns
• 2022: 51 receptions, 602 yards, five touchdowns
• 2023: 14 receptions, 198 yards, one touchdown
• 2024: 52 receptions, 882 yards, 6 touchdowns