It’s often said, and rightly, that one year is too early to judge a rookie class. Often enough, even two or three years is not enough. Players will develop at different paces. Just compare T.J. Watt to Bud Dupree. The former was a Pro Bowler by year two after a strong rookie season, while the latter finally broke out in year five.
Earlier today, I talked about how, by the start of the 2020 season, it looks as though seventh-round special teams ace linebacker Tyler Matakevich will be the only player remaining for Pittsburgh from the 2016 NFL Draft class.