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Steelers 2026 scouting report: WR Omar Cooper Jr.

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As the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for the 2026 NFL Draft, here is a scouting report for wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. of Indiana.

The Pittsburgh Steelers addressed their receiver woes with the addition of former Indianapolis Colt Michael Pittman , but one standout playmaker would still be a perfect selection in the 2026 NFL Draft . Look no further than Indiana Hoosier wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. , who has been rising on draft boards and could be an ideal candidate for Pittsburgh's No.

21 selection. Here is a look at Cooper's scouting report, which contains his bio, strengths, concerns, stats, and highlights. Omar Cooper Jr.

, WR, Indiana Height: 6 feet Weight: 199 pounds 40-yard dash: 4. 42 seconds Projection: Late-first to early-second round Strengths Elite acceleration Great yards-after-catch ability Versatile to play both in slot and outside Outmuscles press coverage Concerns Limited experience as primary receiver Past Issues with effort in run blocking Choppy when getting in and out of breaks Stats 2022 : 0 receptions, 0 yards, 0 touchdowns 2023 : 18 receptions, 267 yards, 2 touchdowns 2024 : 28 receptions, 594 yards, 7 touchdowns 2025 : 69 receptions, 937 yards, 13 touchdowns Highlights I wanted to see more Omar Cooper Jr. in 2025 and Indiana has obliged Incredibly reliable slot WR who can win at all three levels of the field.

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