Last season, the Pittsburgh Steelers went all-in on free agency. The team signed linebacker Mark Barron, wide receiver Donte Moncrief and cornerback Steven Nelson. With the salary cap tighter this offseason, it’s doubtful Pittsburgh will dive as deep into free agency they could still land an impact offensive player.
We would love to see the Steelers use some of their salary cap to try to land one of the top free-agent tight ends this offseason. Tight end is the missing piece of the puzzle for this offense. Here are the top three set to hit the market.
Eric Ebron | Indianapolis Colts
Ebron took a ton of criticism for drops and not living up to potential when he was with the Detroit Lions but since joining the Colts has turned into one of the more reliable targets for Indianapolis. Ebron has his season cut short last season with and ankle injury but should be back to full health for the start of the 2020 season.
2019 stats | 11 games | 31 receptions | 375 receiving yards | 3 receiving touchdowns
Hunter Henry | Los Angeles Chargers
Henry was a player I really wanted the Steelers to draft in 2016. As the heir apparent to Antonio Gates with the Chargers, Henry has played well. With the future of Philip Rivers in question, Henry might be looking for a fresh start.
2019 stats | 12 games | 55 receptions | 652 receiving yards | 5 receiving touchdowns
Austin Hooper | Atlanta Falcons
Hooper came from the same draft as Hunter but despite going a round after him has been every bit as good. He’s topped 70 receptions in each of the last two seasons and fits the mold of what a modern NFL tight end should be.
2019 stats | 13 games | 75 receptions | 787 receiving yards | 6 receiving touchdowns
