From now until the 2019 NFL Draft takes place, we hope to showcase as many prospects as possible and examine both their strengths and weaknesses. Most of these profiles will feature individuals that the Pittsburgh Steelers are likely to have an interest in, while a few others will be top-ranked players. If there is a player you would like us to analyze, let us know in the comments below.
#47 Christian Miller /OLB Alabama – 6’3” 244
The Good
- Aggressive jam at the LOS
- Good bend and ankle flexion coming around the edge
- Has the ability to set the edge on runs to his side
- Using long arm and leverage effectively vs OL
- Has some experience in Man coverage in short area and Zone drops to the middle and flat/curl areas
The Bad
- One year of production; part time player
- Long strider and takes some time getting up to speed
- Not consistently quick off the LOS
- Needs to counter better when first pass rush move doesn’t work
- Limited pass rush move relying on outside rush too often
- Needs to add play strength and improve ability to shed blockers
Bio
- Career – 56 tackles, 25 solo, 15.