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.
#27 Khari Willis/SS Michigan State – 5’10/7 213
The Good
– Well-built frame and good bulk
– Physical, intense player who plays with a “hair on fire” attitude
– Always looking to throw his body around, finish tackles, clean up piles, never a spectator in a tackle or scrum
– Elite level chase and pursuit of the football sideline to sideline
– Hard hitter who finishes plays when he’s able to wrap up
– Explosive laterally and downhill, excellent closing speed and takes good angles to the football
– Versatile and lined up all over the defense, experience in the box, over slot, single high, and used on a couple blitz concepts
– Recovers well when beat and works hard to get back in-phase in coverage
– Shows ability to compete and finish at the catch point
– Good starting experience and production
– Regarded as high character, leader, and active in his community
The Bad
– Smaller than listed (6’1)
– Questionable long speed that will limit scheme fit and only an average athlete (4.