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If Diontae Johnson becomes a good slot receiver, his third-round selection will be worth it

Perhaps it’s fitting that the Steelers first pick on Day 2 of the 2019 NFL Draft, one that came in the third round (66th, overall), was considered by many to be “practically a second-round pick.”

I say that because the Steelers have made it a habit in recent years of leaving their fans shocked (and not awed) upon hearing the name of their second-round draft choice.

Yes, whether it’s been Jason Worlds, Marcus Gilbert, Sean Davis or even JuJu Smith-Schuster, that first Day 2 pick has often left a lot to be desired—at least in a “I can’t believe they passed on (insert that year’s version of Chase Winovich here) to reach for that guy!