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.
Michael Roberts/Toledo TE – 6’4” 270 lbs.
The Good:
– Huge hands 11.5” and long arms 33”
– Short yardage/red zone threat (16 touchdowns in 2016)
– Plays on line tight end, wingback, and splits out wide
– Good catch radius for a man his size
– Usually shields defenders from the ball well
– Former walk-on who grew into a starter’s role
The Bad:
– Gets high off the snap, not allowing himself to use leverage to his advantage
– Not fluid in his routes, takes more steps than necessary, rounds off a lot
– Inconsistent as a blocker, despite imposing size
– Slow 40-yard dash 4.