From now until the 2021 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.
#21 Marvin Wilson / IDL Florida State – 6034 319
The Good
- Very good athleticism and speed
- Good quickness and strength rushing the passer
- Mixes up his pass rush varying his moves
- Strength and timing to stack and shed blocks
- Good motor and effort to work through blocks, traffic and chase the ball
- Big hitter, drives through tackles
The Bad
- Hands when rushing the passer have marginal effectiveness
- Burst in initial steps get limited depth
- Often asked to rush from the outside which didn’t fit his skill set
- Not a fit for a 1 gap heavy defensive scheme
- Need to stay square getting turned gets him pushed laterally
- Balance is a bit shaky being top heavy.