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.
#12 Gary Jennings Jr./WR West Virginia – 6’1 214
The Good
– Good size and tested well at Combine
– Vertical threat with serious speed
– Knows where soft spot in zone coverage is, does nice job settling underneath, and able to split safeties against two high looks
– Finds and tracks the ball well overall downfield, adjusts to its path well, good hands when ball is placed within his frame
– Good burst and acceleration, gets up to speed quickly and quick to the tuck on underneath routes, secures the ball and gets upfield
– Sets defenders up well and uses stem of route to create separation
– Used in screen game and ok YAC threat
– Playmaker who made ton of splash in college
– Effort as a blocker and will mix it up
– Minor return capability/usage
The Bad
– Most damage came out of the slot, afforded free releases and easy “wins” versus zone coverage, will have to show he can beat press/tighter coverage consistently at next level
– Not a dangerous player after the catch, leaves a little to be desired in his run after, not particularly shifty with the ball in his hands
– Doesn’t have a huge catch radius and won’t often play bigger than his size
– Lacked success as a return man
– Didn’t have the strongest production and took until his senior year to find the end zone
Bio
– Two-year starter for the Mountaineers
– Career: 168 receptions, 2294 yards (13.