The Pittsburgh Steelers used their first defensive selection of the 2024 NFL Draft on NC State linebacker Payton Wilson, a player they hope can be part of their system for years to come. But according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, most teams don’t feel that way. Despite being one of the most talented off-ball linebackers in a relatively weak class, Wilson fell to one of the final third round picks due to concerns over his medical situation, primarily due to a bad shoulder and knees.
“He has a multitude of injuries,” Rapoport said during the NFL Network draft broadcast.