Steelers 2026 scouting report: WR Zachariah Branch

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Steelers 2026 scouting report: WR Zachariah Branch

The Pittsburgh Steelers are still expected to pursue a wide receiver early in the 2026 NFL Draft, and there are plenty of options to consider.

Zachariah Branch, a lightning-fast wideout out of Georgia, would be one such Day 2 pickup for the new-look, Mike McCarthy-led Steelers.

Here is a look at Branch's scouting report, which contains his bio, strengths, concerns, stats, and highlights.

Zachariah Branch, WR, Georgia

  • Height: 5 feet 9 inches
  • Weight: 177 pounds
  • 40-yard dash: 4.35 seconds
  • Projection: Late-second round

Strengths

  • Game-changing speed and acceleration
  • Excellent yards-after-catch ability
  • Phenomenal work ethic
  • Tough, fights for every yard
  • Past experience and success as return specialist

Concerns

  • Size and arm length concerns
  • Needs to improve route tree
  • Issues with effort in run blocking
  • Rushes through routes

Stats

  • 2023: 31 receptions, 320 yards, 2 touchdowns
  • 2024: 47 receptions, 503 yards, 1 touchdown
  • 2025: 81 receptions, 811 yards, 6 touchdowns

Highlights

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