From now until the 2017 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.
Chad Williams/Grambling St. WR – 6’1” 204 lbs.
The Good:
– Catches the ball away from his body
– Uses his body to shield defenders away from the ball, likes to play physical
– Red zone threat that can sky high for the ball
– Decent run blocker, engages and keeps on blocking until runner has past him
– Can contort his body to make difficult high flying receptions
– Fights for extra yardage, spinning or jumping for that little extra
– Improved his statistics every year with 7- 100 yard receiving games in 2016
The Bad:
– Long strider, who can take too long to accelerate
– Stiff lower body that prevents him from changing directions quickly
– Played against lower level of competition
– Shows some laziness when the ball or play not going to his direction
– Character concerns which caused him to not invited to NFL Combine
Bio:
– Got charged with possessing both marijuana and firearms while in his car at LSU right before his senior year
– Second team FCS All-American
– 2017 Senior Bowl participant
– Completed one pass for a 32 yard touchdown his senior year against Southern University
– Finished his college career with 47 games played, 210 receptions for 3062 yards and 28 touchdowns, 10 rushes for 53 yards and a rushing touchdown
– Received some pointers from former NFL WR Torry Holt
Tape Breakdown:
The receiver lined up on the outside in the red zone, takes his time getting off the line of scrimmage while watching his corner drop back into coverage.