With Chase Winovich being muttered under every member of Steelernation's breath, it was a bit of surprise to hear Diontae Johnson's name called by Santonio Holmes. Coming in at 5'11" 181 lbs, the Steelers essentially found themselves a raw Antonio Brown clone. In 3 years at Toledo, Johnson racked up 135 catches, 2235 yards, and 23 touchdowns, and 2 kick and punt return touchdowns to go along with. Not bad numbers. Johnson thrives in space, using quickness more than speed to elude defenders and find open space, and finding the end zone. Johnson should compete and more than likely win the starting return job, a position the Steelers have been trying to fill for years. Expect to see his majority of impact made on special teams, but could rotate in and out of the slot with Switzer/Rogers.
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