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.
#52 Justin Madubuike / Texas A&M – 6’3” 304
The Good
- 1 Gap and 2 Gap scheme flexibility
- Very strong hands and placement
- Play strength is impressive to move blockers and reset the LOS
- Consistently good leverage vs the run and pass
- Good diagnoses of run vs pass
- Strong tackler
The Bad
- Snap quickness fluctuates
- Must improve use of hands to counter OL
- Losses balance after his violent disengaging from blocks
- Slow recognition of screen plays
- Limited play radius not showing good pursuit outside of tackles
Bio
- Career – 105 tackles, 43 solo, 24.