Steelers select Iowa WR Kaden Wetjen in fourth round of 2026 NFL Draft
The Steelers land the top returner in the country.
ORLANDO, FL - DECEMBER 31: Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Kaden Wetjen (21) retruns a kick during the Cheez-It Bowl between the Michigan Wolverines and the Texas Longhorns on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, FL (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Pittsburgh Steelers have selected their second wide receiver of the 2026 NFL Draft, and their second consecutive Iowa Hawkeye, selecting Kaden Wetjen with the 121st overall pick. Wetjen is the first player in FBS history to win The Jet Award, which goes to the best return man in college football. He led the FBS in punt return yards with 563.
As a receiver, he caught 20 passes for 151 yards and one touchdown. Considering the lack of return specialist on the roster, it’s safe to say Wetjen will slot in that role immediately. Let us know what you think in the comments .
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