Steelers confident rookie Kaden Wetjen will adjust quickly to NFL

The Pittsburgh Steelers are optimistic that fourth-round pick Kaden Wetjen will transition smoothly from college to the pros as a return specialist. Special teams coordinator Danny Crossman highlighted the differences between college and NFL rules during recent comments. Wetjen, a standout at Iowa, is expected to help improve the team's struggling return units.

Danny Crossman, the Steelers' special teams coordinator, told reporters that Wetjen faces adjustments to the professional game's rules and appearance. “The professional game is quite different than the college game,” Crossman said. He noted the need to get the rookie up to speed quickly, similar to any young player.

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Illustration of Steelers' 2026 NFL draft picks Max Iheanachor and Kaden Wetjen amid mixed fan and analyst reactions.
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Steelers' 2026 NFL draft class draws mixed reactions

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The Pittsburgh Steelers selected 10 players in the 2026 NFL Draft, including offensive tackle Max Iheanachor in the first round and wide receiver Kaden Wetjen in the fourth. Newcomer Kaden Wetjen expressed openness to lining up in the backfield on offense. Analysts offered varied praise and criticism for the haul.

The Pittsburgh Steelers selected return specialist Kaden Wetjen in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Draft analyst Emory Hunt believes the former Iowa player will earn all-pro honors as a rookie.

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Pittsburgh Steelers selected return specialist Kaden Wetjen in the fourth round of the NFL draft. Analysts Steve Palazzolo and Thor Nystrom have endorsed the pick, highlighting his college return prowess despite debates over special teams value.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers continued their affinity for Iowa players by selecting wide receiver Kaden Wetjen in the fourth round and offensive lineman Gennings Dunker in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Beat writer Gerry Dulac indicated the team viewed Wetjen as the best player available. Dunker expressed excitement about reuniting with former Hawkeye teammates in Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie offensive lineman Gennings Dunker said the speed of the game has been his biggest adjustment during organized team activities. The third-round pick is also transitioning from tackle to guard after a college career at Iowa.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers opened their 2026 rookie minicamp on Friday as the team’s 10 draft picks took the field for the first time. Three of those rookies signed contracts on the opening day.

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