The Steelers Add Insurance At Wide Reciever, May Decide To Avoid The Position Entirely During The 2023 NFL Draft

General Manager Omar Khan has done an exceptional job this offseason of adding quality players at crucial positions to ensure the team does not miss a beat even if injuries arise. Boykin is only the latest example of this in action. Combine this with his strong special teams play, and Boykin may prove to be one of the more underrated free agent signings. 

The Steelers Will Most Likely Not Add To The WR Room During The 2023 NFL Draft

The additions of Boykin along with Robinson II should allow the Steelers to feel comfortable with their depth at wide receiver heading into this week's NFL Draft. The team currently possesses a nice mix of players at the position with outside options such as Johnson, Pickens and Boykin to go along with slot options such as Robinson II, Anthony Miller and Gunner Olszewski. 

While many may be disappointed in the Steelers most likely not adding a rookie wide receiver to the mix in 2023, this decision may ultimately allow for Khan and the front office to address other key positions such as offensive line, defensive line, outside linebacker and cornerback. Furthermore, the team may feel as if the class of wide receivers is not up to par with years past and felt more comfortable with filling out the position with veterans as opposed to rookies. 

Boykin's Exceptional Special Teams Play Should Not Be Overlooked

With Boykin clearly outside of the top four at wide receiver, his willingness to play on all four special teams units will give him a leg up on players such as Miller and Olszewski to make the roster in 2023. The Steelers have yet to re-sign other core members of the special teams group such as Derek Watt, Marcus Allen and Benny Snell Jr. Bringing back Boykin will absolutely bring a smile to Danny Smith's face, as will the addition of Tanner Muse, a fellow core-four special teams player. 

Boykin proved himself to be a well-respected, dependable player for the Steelers in 2022 and will have the opportunity to expand in 2023. Should the Steelers hold true and not add a player to the position during the NFL Draft, his chances of being the team's fifth wide receiver increase dramatically. He is more than capable of doing so. With another full offseason in Pittsburgh under his belt, Boykin may play a bigger role for the black and gold next season than many realize. 

Thoughts, Steeler Nation?

How do Yinz feel about the Steelers bringing back Boykin? Do you think the Steelers will avoid drafting a wide receiver? If so, which positions are you hoping they add to? Leave a comment!