As we delve into the Pittsburgh Steelers offseason, our attention has now shifted to the 2016 NFL Draft as it relates to the prospects. From now until the draft takes place, we hope to profile as many draft prospects as we possibly can for you. Most of these player profiles will be centered around prospects the Steelers are likely to have interest in.
Looking at offensive lineman Austin Blythe in today’s breakdown.
#63 – Austin Blythe/C Iowa: 6022, 291
The Good
– Moves men in the run game when he gets good movement off the ball
– Good use of arms to pick up blitzes
– Nice anchor/shove to pick up a blitzing LB
– Has good vision and head on a swivel – just needs to engage through plays
– When he gets a good engage, blocks his man through the sideline and washes really effectively
– Grabs and anchors when pass blocking
– Drives his legs through contact
– In goal-to-go scenarios, fires low off the ball so inconstently
The Bad
– Blown up pass blocking by weight/power – needs to set his feet, use his base
– Needs to help his guards out if free
– Loses his hip integrity
– Doesn’t hustle downfield before whistle.