The Pittsburgh Steelers are adding another wide receiver to their roster. East Carolina University's Tyler Snead is the latest player from rookie minicamp to receive a contract after getting a tryout.
On Sunday, the Steelers also gave contracts to defensive lineman Trevon Mason, and cornerback Carlins Platel.
Former ECU WR Tyler Snead has signed an UDFA contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers after a rookie minicamp tryout, per sources.
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Snead got a shot, and made the most of it.
Tyler Snead gets ready to head up field / ECU Athletics
Snead was still eligible to play for two more seasons at the college level, but instead made the decision to head to the NFL. Snead ended up going undrafted, and received a tryout offer from the Steelers. Snead, who graduated in the spring of 2021, concludes his prolific ECU career with 201 catches for 2,385 yards and 18 touchdowns. In 2019, Snead had 19 receptions in a game against SMU.
Snead finishes fourth all-time in ECU history in receptions, trailing three players who made it to the NFL. Zay Jones (399), Justin Hardy (387) and Dwayne Harris (268).
NFL Draft Buzz wrote this about Snead in their player profile of him:
StrengthsDoes not have exceptional straight-line speed but takes advantage of open seams when his quarterback is on target.
Has the strong hands any NFL wide receiver coach and quarterback would covet. Tracks the deep ball over either shoulder and brings in passes fluidly without breaking stride downfield.
Does not possess top breakaway speed, though he's rarely caught from behind.
Often used on deep routes, getting separation down the sideline or over the middle on crossing routes by extending his arms rather than pure speed.
Does a nice job locating and tracking deep passes and is a legitimate vertical threat. Willing to go up and attack the ball.
Weaknesses
NFL defenders may be able to knock him off his route because of his slight frame.
Lacks ideal size and strength and is a smallish target with a lean, frail-looking frame. Can be overmatched at the line of scrimmage when physical defenders get their hands on him.
Struggles in press coverage and was knocked on his back more than a few times.
Doesn't have the size to consistently win on the outside but can be productive working the middle of the field and as a return man.
Does not always use his hands to secure deep throws, allowing the ball into his pads and chest.
There has been no official announcement from the Steelers on the three signings that were reported today. But expect that to come tomorrow as they also release three players to stay at the 90-man roster limit.
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