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.
#91 Carl Granderson / Edge Wyoming – 6’5” 254
The Good:
- Good size and arm length (34 inches)
- Solid ability to slide and chase on the backside on running plays
- Has shown strength to yank and shed blockers
- Good quickness on inside move on pass rush
- Flattens to the QB quickly when he gets around the edge
The Bad:
- Inconsistent acceleration at the snap
- Lacks quickness and mental processing to beat reach blocks on runs his way
- Tries to avoid blocks instead of taking them on leaving the edge open
- Doesn’t possess play strength or use of hands to take on blocks or set the edge
- Not effective using his hand while rushing the passer
- Doesn’t show the speed on outside rushes to stress the OL
- Sexual assault and sexual battery charges filed in February 2019
Bio:
- Career – 173 tackles, 96 solo, 35.