UDFA Wish List

[Mojouw]

This is always fun...make a list of the guys we all think are just so oozing with NFL talent that even though they didn't get drafted 7 times by all 32 teams...better rush out and sign them!

Josh Imatorbhebhe WR
Charles Snowden LB
Justin Hilliard LB

Ar'Darius Washington DB
Jamie Newman QB

[BlackAndGold]

Steelers signing Shakur Brown, CB, Michigan State.

[teegre]

Dylan Moses, ILB, ‘Bama
Kenny Yeboah, TE, Ole Miss
Marvin Wilson, NT, Florida St.
Olaijah Griffin, CB, USC
Ar’Darius Washington, CB, TCU
Tariq Thomspon, CB, SDSU
Shakur Brown, CB, Michigan St.
Paris Ford, S, Pitt

[Texasteel]

Unless there is a reason not to, I would like them to bring in Newman. I was a little surprised he wasn't drafted at all.

[BlackAndGold]

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[teegre]

Hamilcar Rashed, OLB, Oregon St.
Adrian Ealy, OT, Oklahoma
Drake Johnson, OC, Kentucky
Jamie Newman, QB, Wake Forest
David Moore, OG, Grambling
Brenden Knox, RB, Marshall
Darius Stills, DL, WVU

[pczach]

Steelers signing Shakur Brown, CB, Michigan State.


I really like Brown. I can't believe a few of the players that didn't get drafted.

Brown
Kenny Yehoah TE Miss
Naquan Jones DT Mich ST.
Bryce Thompson CB Tenn
Cade Johnson S Dakota ST
Christian Uphoff S Illinois ST
Javian Hawkins RB Louisville
Alaric Jackson OT Iowa
Dylan Moses LB Alabama
Charles Snowden EDGE Virginia
Amen Ogbongbemiga LB Oklahoma St.
Sage Surratt WR Wake Forest

[hawaiiansteeler]

Breaking: I am learning that former Missouri cornerback DeMarcus Acy is signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers

— NFL Draft Diamonds (@DraftDiamonds) May 1, 2021

[teegre]

Newman signed with the Eagles.

[BlackAndGold]

Mark Gilbert, CB, Duke has signed with the Steelers.

[HollywoodSteel]

I’m not a big college guy so I don’t know these players. Are any of the free agent LBs we signed edge rushers?

I’d think the undrafted edge rushers would flock to Pittsburgh as there is roster space available for at least one of them.

[pczach]

Mark Gilbert, CB, Duke has signed with the Steelers.

Sean Gilbert's Nephew and Darrelle Revis' cousin.

He was a top CB prospect until injuries derailed his career.

Pretty cool.

[HollywoodSteel]

Sean Gilbert's Nephew and Darrelle Revis' cousin.

He was a top CB prospect until injuries derailed his career.

Pretty cool.

So Gilbert Island?

[BlackAndGold]

Steelers signing Shakur Brown, CB, Michigan State.

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[BlackAndGold]

Donovan Stiner, Safety, Florida signed with the Steelers.

[Mojouw]

Apparently the Steelers printed out a list titled “Shit Mike Hilton Did on Defense” and then signed every darned UDFA that seemed to fill out that list.

[oneforthetoe]

I'm good with that list. Wouldn't mind if they had a list that said "Shit Bud Dupree Did on Defense" and worked off that.

[DesertSteel]

Brenden Knox RB Marshall.

[BlackAndGold]

Per Steelers.com
Shakur Brown, CB, Michigan State
Calvin Bundage, LB, Oklahoma State
Rico Bussey, WR, Hawaii
Mark Gilbert, CB, Duke
Isaiah McKoy, WR, Kent State
Donovan Stiner, S, Florida
Lamont Wade, S, Penn State
Jamar Watson, LB, Kentucky

[86WARD]

Per Steelers.com
Shakur Brown, CB, Michigan State
Calvin Bundage, LB, Oklahoma State
Rico Bussey, WR, Hawaii
Mark Gilbert, CB, Duke
Isaiah McKoy, WR, Kent State
Donovan Stiner, S, Florida
Lamont Wade, S, Penn State
Jamar Watson, LB, Kentucky

I like that list.

[DesertSteel]

I like Shakur Brown’s chances of making the team. At least the PS.

[Born2Steel]

Isaiah McKoy is a fun prospect. Kent State WR that is a big play guy. Good size and speed. His career was a highlight film. I think he has a legit shot at least to make the PS. Maybe even the 53.

[BlackAndGold]

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[hawaiiansteeler]

Isaiah McKoy is a fun prospect. Kent State WR that is a big play guy. Good size and speed. His career was a highlight film. I think he has a legit shot at least to make the PS. Maybe even the 53.

he ran a 4.68 forty.

https://www.si.com/.image/c_fit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw _1022/MTgwMjk3NDQ5MTA4MTUzNDk0/unknown-3.jpg

[Born2Steel]

he ran a 4.68 forty.

https://www.si.com/.image/c_fit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw _1022/MTgwMjk3NDQ5MTA4MTUzNDk0/unknown-3.jpg

I don't know what that says. Not being flippant, I honestly don't know what that chart says. McKoy is a player though, I do know that.


Reading further into this kid and maybe he's not so hopeful. Has a lot of drops apparently, which was a huge problem for the Steelers last season. Don't need more of that. And he's not really known for his blocking effort either so he may not work out on ST either if that's the case. I remember looking at the Kent State QB stuff,(started on here by another poster btw) and McKoy kept popping up in plays so I started looking at some of his stuff. There wasn't much so didn't take long. From what I saw I liked him as an UDFA, which is why I posted that I liked him. Looking this morning at some more recent stuff that has published since, maybe not as much. I know that chart is an athleticism chart, so if he has low athletic scores, drop issues, doesn't block well, I'm not gonna be as excited as initially.

[Fire Goodell]

Rico Bussey, University of Hawaii guy wohoo. I'll root for him to make the roster but no huge expecations

[pczach]

So Gilbert Island?



Let's hope so!

[tube517]

I keep seeing Shakur Brown's name. Maybe one to watch

[pczach]

I keep seeing Shakur Brown's name. Maybe one to watch



I think he's a great pickup. I couldn't believe he wasn't drafted. The dude can play, and he's tough as nails.

I thought he would be gone by the fifth round.

- - - Updated - - -

The Steelers officially announce the signing of 8 UDFA's

CB Shakur Brown (Michigan St)
S Lamont Wade (Penn St)
LB Jamar Watson (Kentucky)
LB Calvin Bundage (Oklahoma St)
CB Mark Gilbert (Duke)
WR Isaiah McCoy (Kent St)
S Donovan Steiner (Florida)
WR Rico Bussey Jr (Hawaii)

https://www.behindthesteelcurtain.com/2021/5/1/22414109/2021-nfl-draft-steelers-officially-announce-the-signing-of-8-undrafted-free-agents-news-update

[teegre]

Unless there is a reason not to, I would like them to bring in Newman. I was a little surprised he wasn't drafted at all.

I heard them talking about this just this morning.

Supposedly, when Newman transferred to Georgia, he wasn’t “given” the starting job; he was told that he’d have to compete for it. Newman’s response was to “sit out” the season. Some GMs felt that Newman had used COVID as an excuse to “cover up” a tantrum.

But, of course, who really knows.

[El-Gonzo Jackson]

he ran a 4.68 forty.

https://www.si.com/.image/c_fit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw _1022/MTgwMjk3NDQ5MTA4MTUzNDk0/unknown-3.jpg

So he is slow, weak, doesnt jump high, isnt explosive and his change of direction is poor. Other than that he has good size and can run a 10 yard pattern with average speed for a UDFA WR. Baller.

Maybe he was wearing a weight vest for pro day??

[El-Gonzo Jackson]

Shakur Brown is more quicker than fast. Zeirline and DJ had him as a 4th round prospect. Could be a future nickel CB.

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[pczach]

Shakur Brown is more quicker than fast. Zeirline and DJ had him as a 4th round prospect. Could be a future nickel CB.

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That's what I'm thinking for Brown. He's like a hornet on the field. I think Nickel is the most likely role for him in this defense.

[SteelerCountry58]

Out of this crop who will stick if any? Are these guys just cannon fodder?

[teegre]

The Steelers have invited Chase Behrndt, C, WVU to the rookie minicamp.

It fulfills two off-season requirements: 1) Tomlin always brings in a Mountaineer, and 2) we seemingly add a UFA whose name is impossible to spell.

Behrndt played all five positions during his time at WVU, with his senior season being at center. Perfect backup for multiple positions... much like Justin Strzelczyk.

[Shoes]

The Steelers have invited Chase Behrndt, C, WVU to the rookie minicamp.

It fulfills two off-season requirements: 1) Tomlin always brings in a Mountaineer, and 2) we seemingly add a UFA whose name is impossible to spell.

Behrndt played all five positions during his time at WVU, with his senior season being at center. Perfect backup for multiple positions... much like Justin Strzelczyk.

https://wvusports.com/sports/football/roster/chase-behrndt/11264

[ThorndikeFFA]

I liked Behrndt as a late round option for us. He was looked at by a bunch of teams, so I was surprised when he wasn't drafted late. Not that athletic a guy, but he's a mauler.

[Dwinsgames]

Mark Gilbert, CB, Duke has signed with the Steelers.

Love this pickup ...

this kid can play , not sure what happened he was supposed to be in the last draft NFL bloodlines x2 Gilbert and Revis ...

[HollywoodSteel]

The Steelers have invited Chase Behrndt, C, WVU to the rookie minicamp.

It fulfills two off-season requirements: 1) Tomlin always brings in a Mountaineer, and 2) we seemingly add a UFA whose name is impossible to spell.

Behrndt played all five positions during his time at WVU, with his senior season being at center. Perfect backup for multiple positions... much like Justin Strzelczyk.

Both guys definitely suffer from vowel deficiency. Or is it irritable vowel syndrome?

[Fire Goodell]

Love this pickup ...

this kid can play , not sure what happened he was supposed to be in the last draft NFL bloodlines x2 Gilbert and Revis ...

Got injured last 2 seasons and only played 4 games total i think i've read. Ultra talented but with that body of work in the last 2 years most NFL teams will take a pass.

As an undrafted pickup though, this is a potential diamond

[SteelMember]

Breaking: I am learning that former Missouri cornerback DeMarcus Acy is signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers

— NFL Draft Diamonds (@DraftDiamonds) May 1, 2021

Indeed... Steelers (https://www.steelers.com/news/steelers-sign-acy-to-one-year-contract) sign Acy to one-year contract...

*The team has also waived tight end Charles Jones and punter Corliss Waitman.

[El-Gonzo Jackson]

Indeed... Steelers (https://www.steelers.com/news/steelers-sign-acy-to-one-year-contract) sign Acy to one-year contract...

*The team has also waived tight end Charles Jones and punter Corliss Waitman.

So Acy was with San Fran, Seattle and Washington last season, but not on any of their active rosters. 6'2" 195lbs and apparently the scouting on him is that he doesnt seem to have a burst of speed in his game or isnt "twitchy". Maybe time to consider a move to Safety from CB?

[hawaiiansteeler]

Love this pickup ...

this kid can play , not sure what happened he was supposed to be in the last draft NFL bloodlines x2 Gilbert and Revis ...

when he does, which hasn't been often.

here's to him staying healthy :drink:

[El-Gonzo Jackson]

when he does, which hasn't been often.

here's to him staying healthy :drink: Yeah, the kid doesnt sound like he has had much luck staying healthy. He has played 4 games over the past 3 seasons. :uhoh:

Gilbert has played just four games and 226 snaps over the last three seasons due to major injuries to his hip and foot that have required surgery. It takes a trip back to 2017 tape to find the player that was a draftable playmaker with confidence and ball skills resulting in 21 passes defensed, including six interceptions. With a lack of desired build and an expanding history of durability concerns it is highly likely that Gilbert will have to prove himself through an undrafted free agent route.

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/mark-gilbert/32004749-4c11-7153-6787-8da3d8fffcf6

[BlackAndGold]

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[Fire Goodell]

lol that was hilarious how he handed the ball to the defender, but that's probably a guaranteed flag

[pczach]

Here are some highlights of Shakur Brown.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_WaIz9gOW3I

[BlackAndGold]

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[pczach]

Steelers Undrafted Rookies Who Can Make the Roster in 2021

Noah Strackbein

The Pittsburgh Steelers could find another diamond in the rough within the 2021 undrafted rookie class.

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers added eight undrafted free agents to their roster following the 2021 NFL Draft, and honestly, left themselves plenty of potential in a loaded class of rookies.

Of the eight players the Steelers signed after the draft, three stand out as potential roster boosts. Pittsburgh has plenty of depth to fill this summer, and are never shy from letting an undrafted rookie earn his place within the NFL.
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Shakur Brown, CB, Michigan State
It starts with Shakur Brown. While some believed Brown would've found himself drafted over the weekend, sliding into free agency certainly helped the Steelers.

Pittsburgh was able to draft Tre Norwood in the seventh round, adding depth at safety and inside corner. Now, with the addition of Brown, they have another name with potential to compete for the slot corner job.

Brown racked up five interceptions during his junior year at Michigan State while playing mostly on the inside. His weakness comes from his lack of speed, which doesn't allow him to cover receivers deep.

Where he shines is the way he plays with a chip on his shoulder. At 5'11, Brown runs around like he needs to make every play on the field, and carries a demeanor that will fit perfectly when trying to replace Mike Hilton.

Jumping from one undrafted rookie to the next might not be ideal in the NFL, but the Steelers will give it a try. Brown has a pretty good shot at proving himself this summer.


Read the rest here: https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nfl/steelers-undrafted-rookies-who-can-make-the-roster-in-2021/ar-BB1glyaQ?ocid=msedgntp

[BlackAndGold]

Love this pickup ...

this kid can play , not sure what happened he was supposed to be in the last draft NFL bloodlines x2 Gilbert and Revis ...

Mark Gilbert, CB, Duke. Player profile.

https://steelersdepot.com/2021/05/2021-steelers-udfa-player-profiles-duke-cb-mark-gilbert/ (https://steelersdepot.com/2021/05/2021-steelers-udfa-player-profiles-duke-cb-mark-gilbert/)

[hawaiiansteeler]

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If the tweet does not show up for some.

Shakur brown draft profile
https://steelersdepot.com/2021/05/2021-steelers-udfa-player-profiles-michigan-state-cb-shakur-brown/


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rugKXg2aWtM&t=51s

[teegre]

Andrew Fillipponi just called Shakur Brown the steal of the draft. :doh: Wny, Poni... WHY!?! You’ve just jinxed the kid into mediocrity.

[Drazo85]

Andrew Fillipponi just called Shakur Brown the steal of the draft. :doh: Wny, Poni... WHY!?! You’ve just jinxed the kid into mediocrity.Maybe he would be, if he was drafted.

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[El-Gonzo Jackson]

Andrew Fillipponi just called Shakur Brown the steal of the draft. :doh: Wny, Poni... WHY!?! You’ve just jinxed the kid into mediocrity.

Dont matter. Nothing that guy says makes sense, so don't expect it to happen.

Listening to the poni express is beating a dead horse . :deadhorse:

[BlackAndGold]

Exclusive with Steelers Wide Receiver Isaiah McKoy


What do you think you bring to the team – what are some of the areas you excel in?

I am coming to dominate. I want to get past the practice squad roster and line up and start as a rookie.

I bring a lot of energy and a lot of toughness. I bring that energy and toughness to the team. I’m a playmaker. I make plays downfield and when it’s fourth and two or in the redzone – I know I can catch it and make the big plays.

Continue reading here: https://steelerstakeaways.com/exclusive-with-steelers-wide-receiver-isaiah-mckoy/

[86WARD]

Exclusive with Steelers Wide Receiver Isaiah McKoy



Continue reading here: https://steelerstakeaways.com/exclusive-with-steelers-wide-receiver-isaiah-mckoy/

Watching his highlight tape, he doesn’t really exhibit anything special. Seems like he talks a pretty big game...

[BlackAndGold]

Some more UDFA player profiles per Steelers Depot.

Isaiah McKoy, WR, Kent State
https://steelersdepot.com/2021/05/2021-steelers-udfa-player-profiles-kent-state-isaiah-mckoy/

Donovan Stiner, S, Florida.
https://steelersdepot.com/2021/05/2021-steelers-udfa-player-profiles-florida-s-donovan-stiner/

Shakur Brown, CB, Michigan State
https://steelersdepot.com/2021/05/2021-steelers-udfa-player-profiles-michigan-state-cb-shakur-brown/

Lamont Wade, S, Penn State
https://steelersdepot.com/2021/05/2021-steelers-udfa-profiles-penn-state-s-lamont-wade/

Calvin Bundage, EDGE, Oklahoma State
https://steelersdepot.com/2021/05/2021-nfl-draft-player-profiles-oklahoma-state-edge-calvin-bundage/

Rico Bussey Jr, WR, Hawaii
https://steelersdepot.com/2021/04/2021-nfl-draft-player-profiles-hawaii-wr-rico-bussey-jr/

Jamar Watson, EDGE, Kentucky
https://steelersdepot.com/2021/04/2021-nfl-draft-player-profiles-kentucky-edge-jamar-watson/

[ThorndikeFFA]

AND, we signed a Slippy Rock QB! Super Bowel!

Former SRU QB Rivers accepts invite to Steelers' rookie minicamp | Sports | sharonherald.com (https://www.sharonherald.com/sports/former-sru-qb-rivers-accepts-invite-to-steelers-rookie-minicamp/article_ab8e490e-aaf4-11eb-a1cb-336b7f014608.html)

[Dwinsgames]

AND, we signed a Slippy Rock QB! Super Bowel!

Former SRU QB Rivers accepts invite to Steelers' rookie minicamp | Sports | sharonherald.com (https://www.sharonherald.com/sports/former-sru-qb-rivers-accepts-invite-to-steelers-rookie-minicamp/article_ab8e490e-aaf4-11eb-a1cb-336b7f014608.html)

thats awesome for Rivers , he has talent just didnt know if it would be recognized .. happy for him ( he is better than Duck and Duck was able to stick)

[teegre]

Dont matter. Nothing that guy says makes sense, so don't expect it to happen.

Listening to the poni express is beating a dead horse . :deadhorse:

Listening to Poni is like watching paint dry... paint made from vomit and fallacies.

[BlackAndGold]

contextualization of WR Isaiah McKoy's 2020 pass targets at Kent State (4 games)


https://steelersdepot.com/2021/05/contextualization-of-wr-isaiah-mckoys-2020-pass-targets-at-kent-state-4-games/ (https://steelersdepot.com/2021/05/contextualization-of-wr-isaiah-mckoys-2020-pass-targets-at-kent-state-4-games/)


Could become a camp phenome.

[hawaiiansteeler]

contextualization of WR Isaiah McKoy's 2020 pass targets at Kent State (4 games)

https://steelersdepot.com/2021/05/contextualization-of-wr-isaiah-mckoys-2020-pass-targets-at-kent-state-4-games/ (https://steelersdepot.com/2021/05/contextualization-of-wr-isaiah-mckoys-2020-pass-targets-at-kent-state-4-games/)

Could become a camp phenome.

https://www.si.com/.image/c_fit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw _1022/MTgwMjk3NDQ5MTA4MTUzNDk0/unknown-3.jpg

[BlackAndGold]

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He doesn't seem to run a 4.68 on the field.

[Born2Steel]

He doesn't seem to run a 4.68 on the field.

I really liked McKoy pre-draft. Maybe as a 7th round or UDFA. Reading more now about his drops scares me off though. A fun player to watch when he succeeds but maybe not what I was hoping for.

[BlackAndGold]

I really liked McKoy pre-draft. Maybe as a 7th round or UDFA. Reading more now about his drops scares me off though. A fun player to watch when he succeeds but maybe not what I was hoping for.

He went undrafted for a reason but he's got some talent. Likely practice squad player but I won't be shocked to read good things about McKoy come training camp.