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The Athletic's Mike DeFabo reported the Pittsburgh Steelers hosted UConn wide receiver Skyler Bell and two other prospects for pre-draft visits Wednesday.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have continued to explore their 2026 NFL Draft options with the incoming wide receiver class this week. One of their potential choices is UConn wide receiver Skyler Bell.
The Athletic’s Mike DeFabo reported the Steelers hosted Bell for a pre-draft visit Wednesday. DeFabo also posted on social media the Steelers held visits with Miami safety Jakobe Thomas and BYU linebacker Jack Kelly.
Mike DeFabo
The Steelers are hosting three pre-draft visitors today, all of whom are expected to be drafted in the middle rounds:
– Skyler Bell, WR, UConn – Jakobe Thomas, SAF, Miami – Jack Kelly, LB, BYU
Bell ran the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in 4.4 seconds. He also showcased his acceleration by registering a 1.53 10-yard split at the combine.
That speed could be a strong asset in the Steelers new offense under Mike McCarthy.
“Bell is an inside/outside target with adequate size and field-stretching speed,” wrote NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein. “He has the tools to beat press quickly and the acceleration/cut quickness to open clean windows.
“Bell’s speed and upside should make him a productive starter.”
Bell began his college career at Wisconsin. After transferring to UConn, he became an immediate star with his speed, posting 17.2 yards per catch in 2024.
In 2025, Bell developed more into a possession-threat. He posted 101 receptions with 1,278 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns. He averaged 12.7 yards per reception.
On Tuesday, The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Brian Batko reported the Steelers hosted Washington wide receiver Denzel Boston.