One of the top wideouts in college football over the past few years has, to no surprise, set himself up to turn pro in 2023. USC’s Jordan Addison announced (on Instagram) that he is declaring for this spring’s NFL draft. 
The former four-star recruit drew plenty of interest coming out of high school but began his college career at Pitt. It was there that he flashed substantial potential as a freshman, racking up 60 catches, 666 yards and four touchdowns. That set him and the team’s offense up for a significant step forward the following year.
Addison’s sophomore totals confirmed his status as one of the top players at any position in the country. He totaled 1,593 yards (the highest figure in the ACC) and 17 touchdowns (which led the NCAA) on 100 receptions. That performance helped quarterback Kenny Pickett become a Heisman finalist and go on to become the first quarterback selected in last year’s draft. They also led to Addison being named the Biletnikoff Award winner as the country’s top wideout, as well as a consensus First-Team All-American.
In the offseason, he transferred to USC to join Lincoln Riley‘s highly-touted offense and pair up with this season’s Heisman winner, Caleb Williams. Addison was limited to 11 contests as a result of an ankle injury, but still managed to put up a 59-875-8 statline. That confirmed his status as a dynamic playmaker and kept him firmly on the first-round radar as a follow-up to his substantial 2021 production.
The 2023 WR class is generally regarded more for its depth than its star power at the top of the board, but Williams should still not need to wait long to hear his name called on Day 1. The Athletic’s Dane Brugler notes (on Twitter) that the 6-0, 175-pounder has a chance to find himself in the top 20, which could easily make him the top player at the position out of this year’s crop.
Brugler is one of numerous evaluators who has Addison listed as the top wideout available, with TCU’s Quentin Johnston representing his competition for that title. Given his size, the former is likely slated to operate as a slot receiver at the NFL level, but his route-running should make him an impact player right away in the pro game. Especially if he once again finds himself with a high-end passer, Addison will be expected to put up sizeable numbers in the short- and long-term future.
Would be nice if Steelers could get him. He worked well with Pickett at Pitt
Bigger needs. Would be cool though for sure.
I used to agree, but there is no bigger need than a WR who can catch the easy stuff underneath.
Dionte needs shipped out of town asap. everyone tired of that dude
Oh if they can move him for a 1st or even 2nd then I’d change my stance 100%.
I think Dionte is worth at least a 2nd
Texans, Panthers, Patriots, giants etc
still think Dionte is one of the better revievers in the NFL, just kind of worn out his welcome in Pittsburgh
interested to see where these guys get drafted,
but much like Kenny falling to 20 for steelers,
I’d put Addison going right around 17 and Joey Porter Jr around 32
annoying that they must add size at some point, but I think you have to make those picks if they’re there.
the tackles are interesting at 17, but I don’t think we have to worry much about the Ohio State guy nor Georgia guy falling that far.
mixed reviews on NW’s Pete Skoronski.. some see him as a guard at the next level , and not worth a top 20 pick..
I think they can still find some gem DTs and run blocking guards on Day 2.
hardest decision for me would be if LT Paris and WR Addison are both there at 17 ,.. but highly unlikely.