Kaden Wetjen drafted by Pittsburgh Steelers in fourth round for special teams performance
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Updated · Fox News · Apr 27
Kaden Wetjen drafted by Pittsburgh Steelers in fourth round for special teams performance
14 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 27
Wetjen was selected with the No. 121 overall pick while golfing at Stone Creek Golf Club near Iowa’s campus.
He led the nation in punt return yards in 2025, totaling 1,538 kick return and 954 punt return yards with six return touchdowns during his Iowa career.
Steelers special teams coordinator Danny Crossman praised Wetjen as their top-rated dual return player, highlighting his potential impact in the NFL’s evolving kickoff landscape.
With some staff calling it a 'reach,' what must Wetjen prove to justify his high draft pick?
How will Iowa replace its 'generational' return specialist after his departure to the NFL?
Are the NFL's new kickoff rules creating a new class of star players from special teams?
Was drafting a specialist in the fourth round a Steelers masterstroke or a massive overreach?
What are the risks of betting a high draft pick on a player with limited offensive production?