Steelers Host LSU LB Perkins for Pre-Draft Visit

0:00On March 23rd, the Pittsburgh Steelers are hosting LSU Linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. for one of their top 30 pre-draft visits this week. This move shows their seriously scouting vs a towered defensive talent ahead of the draft. Perkins wrapped up four strong seasons with the Tigers, piling up 220 combined tackles, 35 and a half tackles for loss. Five interceptions and eight force fumbles across 43 games. He's one of the quickest linebackers in this year's class. At six feet one inch and 223 pounds, Perkins fits as a late second round or early third round pick for many experts, though some. See him lasting until the fourth. His speed and playmaking stand out. He can rush the edge or drop into coverage inside, making him a smart day two option for Pittsburgh as they look to bolster their linebacker group. Perkins also has a visit lined up with the Los Angeles Chargers. With the draft just weeks away, these visits signal the Steelers are zeroing and on players

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