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.
#76 Jaylon Moore/OT Western Michigan – 6’4/1 311
The Good
– Good length despite slightly shorter/smaller frame (33 3/8 inch arms)
– Athletic profile, explosive out of set and easy-mover overall
– Able to climb to the 2nd level with easy and functions well in space, especially proficient in backside cutoff and reach blocks in run game
– Shows good leg drive in finish in run game
– Sits in pass set and shows good knee bend, doesn’t double-over or play too high, shows tight hands and overall, good placement and is a competent hand fighter who works hard to re-punch when he misses
– Able to seal pass rushers upfield in pass protection, good feet and moves well laterally
– Above average cut blocker
– Good eyes in stunt recognition and blitz pickup
– Solid starting experience
The Bad
– Bit undersized to be an NFL tackle
– Doesn’t get great push in run game, able to stalemate blocks but won’t always win point of attack on base blocks
– On ground too often in run game and falls off blocks too often/easily
– Can get knocked off balance as a pass rusher when his punch misses, shows ability to re-punch and anchor but can lose footing and technique
– Didn’t play against top competition
– Lacks versatility, largely played LT in school
Bio
– 32 career starts, three-year starter for WMU
– 2nd Team All-MAC in 2019 and 2020
– Replaced Chukwuma Okorafor at LT
– Invited to and competed at 2020 Senior Bowl
– Two-star prospect out of HS, listed at 6’5 260, Western Michigan was only offer (per Rivals)
– Bulked up to 275 pounds before getting to school, initially expected to play DE but moved to OT early in spring practices
– Played TE, OL, and DL in high school
Tape Breakdown
Moore is an interesting, potential sleeper offensive tackle prospect who caught my eye at the Senior Bowl.