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Steelers’ Tre Norwood Named One Of 8 Late-Round Draft Picks Exceeding Expectations In NFL

When the Pittsburgh Steelers selected defensive back Tre Norwood out of Oklahoma in the seventh round of the 2021 NFL Draft, expectations were rather low regarding the young defensive back who played multiple positions with the Sooners over three seasons in the Big 12.

Since then, Norwood has grabbed the bull by the horns and quickly become a top contributor in the Steelers’ secondary so early in his career.

To date, Norwood has been the top rookie defensive back in the entire league, according to Pro Football Focus.

Tre Norwood: 84 yards allowed all season

among all CBs (min.