Roman Wilson | Michigan 5’11” 185 lbs. 06/19/2001 (Age 22)
Roman Wilson was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers, becoming the 14th wide receiver and 84th overall player in the 2024 NFL Draft.
COLLEGE PRODUCTION
| Year | Games Played | Receptions | Yards | Yards/Catch | TDs |
| 2020 (FR) | 6 | 9 | 122 | 13.6 | 1 |
| 2021 (SO) | 13 | 25 | 420 | 16.8 | 3 |
| 2022 (JR) | 12 | 25 | 376 | 15.0 | 4 |
| 2023 (SR) | 15 | 48 | 789 | 16.4 | 12 |
Throughout four seasons playing for the Wolverines, Wilson improved each year. During his Freshman season, Wilson saw limited time as a reserve, hauling in nine receptions for 122 yards and one touchdown. The next season as a Sophomore, he took a step forward, finishing third on the team in receptions (25) and receiving yards (420) while finishing tied for first in touchdown receptions (3). Although his receiving yard numbers dipped during his Junior season, Wilson hauled in a career-high four touchdowns before emerging as the WR1 for Michigan in 2023. He hauled in a team-high 48 receptions for 789 yards and a whopping 12 touchdowns! His impressive 2023 season led to Second-team All-Big Ten honors.
FILM
STRENGTHS
Shows solid hands and blazing speed, as he stretches the field with the best of them. He’s also a freak athlete who displays explosiveness off of the line scrimmage. Terrific in scramble mode situations, often bailing out his quarterback. Hauls in many contested catches and can win one-on-one battles with his large catch radius. Shows toughness and battles for extra yardage regularly. Impressive zone awareness and adjusts quickly when needed.
WEAKNESSES
Has a slim frame and can be pushed around against physical defenders in press coverage. Lacks the power to break through tackles in the open field. Has a history of injuries, so durability is a bit of a concern. Below average run blocker on the outside, as that part of his game could limit his role at the pro level.
ATHLETIC TESTING
At the NFL combine, Wilson measured in at 5’11” and 185 lbs, which equates to a BMI of 25.8. He ran a blazing 4.39-second 40-yard dash (94th percentile), equating to a 96.9-speed score (62nd percentile). Wilson also displayed a college dominator score of 40 percent (82nd percentile).
Wilson displays elite speed with that solid 40-yard dash time. He also showcased solid agility with a 1.52-second 10-yard split. That tied him for fourth amongst a group of 30 at his position at the NFL Combine. His biggest red flag would be his strength, as his 12 reps on the bench press were not impressive.
DRAFT ANALYSIS
Rapid Reaction to Draft Capital: Average
Rapid Reaction to Landing Spot: Great
Wilson was selected with the 84th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Steelers desperately needed to add wide receiver talent next to George Pickens after trading away Diontae Johnson this offseason. Wilson joins Pickens, Van Jefferson, Calvin Austin III, and Quez Watkins in a sub-par wide receiver room.
FANTASY INSIGHTS
Wilson received a third-round grade from me, and he was my 14th-ranked wide receiver in this draft class. I had him above Jermaine Burton and Malachi Corley but behind Troy Franklin.
In your rookie drafts, it may be tempting to draft Wilson towards the end of the second round given the lack of wide receiver talent on the Steelers, but he’s ultimately a third-round pick. Pickens is the clear WR1 for this team, and it’s not a given that Wilson plays ahead of Jefferson, Austin III, or Watkins.
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