The Pittsburgh Steelers are known for their ability to draft and develop receivers. Whether they be top 50 picks like George Pickens or sixth-round selections like Antonio Brown, they know what makes an NFL wideout. 

And while they have three picks in the top 50 in this year's draft, I would imagine some combination of offensive lineman, corner, and linebacker will be in the mix, especially given their latest trade addition. 

But in the modern NFL, you can never have too many weapons, and while the outside role is well-defined in Pittsburgh, the slot receiver position could use more depth, with this prospect providing that and then some. 

Charlie Jones, Wr, Purdue 

One of the most underrated WRs in the #NFLDraft2023 is Purdues Charlie Jones

He should be in the discussion for best hands and routes in the entire draft

Extremely consistent and reliable player in the same mold as Hunter Renfrow

Locked in starter who will be available day 2/3 pic.twitter.com/ZMcoTwxOYP

— CFB 2 NFL – Prospect Intel and Insights (@CFB2NFL) April 10, 2023

Jones is in fact very underrated and one of the better day-three players in this class in my opinion. Here is my scouting report on Jones:
One-Liner:
A middle-of-the-field savant who displays route versatility, separation skills, and instincts. 

Evaluation:
Adequate height, well-built lower half, and overall frame. Has played as an X, Z, and F receiver. Multiple release patterns, fluid in his movement off the line into his stem. He shifts weight easily, dropping his hips on return routes. 

Hands catcher that displays natural pass-catching tendencies. Lives in the middle of the field, with tons of wrap-ins, drive, and over routes. Can go up and get the ball in the face of traffic. Competitive stamina and overall toughness shine. 

Works through handsy corners and big hits alike. An intelligent player that can sight adjust vs. leverage or DB alignment. Fantastic spatial awareness and body control. He consistently knows where he’s at on the field. He can stretch the field but is probably more infrequent when in the NFL.

Questionable straight-line speed. He may struggle to separate against tight man coverage. Corners that can mirror his agility and quickness present issues. Doesn’t present much of a threat after the catch despite his movement skills. 

Jones is a well-rounded receiver who can maneuver the inner workings of the field with fluid routes, strong hands, and instincts. He won’t be a consistent deep threat at the next level, but he’s shown capable of separating 1v1 and presents an overall solid skill set.

Jones has earned a 6.25 grade on my scale which translates to a late second-round or early third evaluation and upside as an average NFL Starter. But the best part is, Jones is 123 on the current consensus board, making him a candidate for the Steelers 120th overall selection of the fourth round. 

If Jones does make it that far, I think the Steelers would make the pick and add immediate value to their receiver room with Jones fitting in perfectly in Pittsburgh's culture. Between his 4.4 speed, adequate size, and lunchpail mentality, let's see him in black and gold.