Steelers News: Steelers bring in OL Graham Barton, LB Payton Wilson for pre-draft visits

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Steelers News: Steelers bring in OL Graham Barton, LB Payton Wilson for pre-draft visits

With the NFL draft (finally) going down next week, the Pittsburgh Steelers pre-draft visits continue. On Tuesday, it’s Duke offensive lineman Graham Barton and NC State linebacker Payton Wilson. Barton, a projected first-round prospect, has often been mocked to the Steelers this offseason. Standing at 6-foot-5, most of Barton’s collegiate experience comes at left tackle with only six games at center, but many believe the latter will be his position as a pro. It’s a foregone conclusion that Pittsburgh will be taking a player at both positions in the early rounds. The Steelers love versatility in their offensive lineman and Barton certainly fits the bill. Pittsburgh also needs depth at linebacker, and Wilson could be that guy. According to Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Ray Fittipaldo, he’s the first inside linebacker to visit the Steelers. There are questions beyond Patrick Queen with Elandon Roberts entering the final year of his contract and Cole Holcomb facing an uphill battle to return from injury. Injuries plagued his first four seasons at NC State, but Wilson was injury-free in the final two. In 2023, he produced 138 tackles, six sacks, and three interceptions, including one that was returned for a touchdown. Steelers pre-draft visitors for today: Duke OL Graham Barton and NC State LB Payton Wilson. — Ray Fittipaldo (@rayfitt1) April 16, 2024 2024 NFL draft: Ranking our 7 favorite 1st-round options for the Steelers2024 NFL Draft: Updated Steelers pre-draft visit trackerNFL draft analyst says Graham Barton is the pick for the Steelers Email Sign up Like this article? Sign up for the Steelers Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning An error has occured Please re-enter your email address. Thanks for signing up! You'll now receive the top Steelers Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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