From now until the 2020 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.
#1 Jordan Elliott / DL Missouri – 6’4” 315
The Good
- Good burst at snap on passing downs
- Solid quickness and swim move as a pass rusher
- Good push as a penetrator on stunts
- Ability to play 1 or 2 Gap
- Good lateral agility to defend Zone runs
- Hand strength and power to stack and shed
The Bad
- Doesn’t create a consistent pass rush on downs that aren’t obvious passing situations
- Use of hands to keep blockers off of him
- Pass rush moves are limited
- Lacks closing burst to when ball carriers are near
- Anchor versus double team blocks
- Working through traffic from the back side
Bio
- Career – 76 tackles, 52 solo, 18.