The Facts:
With the 53rd pick in the 2008 NFL Draft -- the 22nd pick in Round 2, the Steelers select Texas' Sweed.
Reported by FootballDiehards.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Ben Roethlisberger talked about adding a bigger receiving target earlier this year and Sweed fits the bill. According to his
NFL.com scouting report, the 6-4, 212-pound Sweed is a long strider with a good burst off the line against a clean release. He is quick to gobble up the cushion and get behind the defender, but he is not the most polished route runner you will find. With his size and ability to shield the ball from defenders, he does a fine job of getting to the ball in a crowd. When out in front of the defense, he can take the ball to the house, evident by his 20 touchdown catches. Has had injury issues, but all indications are he's healthy now.
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