From now until the 2018 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 Justin Jackson / RB / 5’11 200 lbs
The Good:
– Follows his lead blocks and is able to sniff out a running lane
– Tested well in agility drills and lateral agility shows on tape
– Able to create yards after contact despite his small size
– Consistent hands as a receiving threat out of the backfield
– Tough, shows ability to pinball off tackles
– Slippery elusiveness
– Reliable and smart pass blocker
The Bad:
– High workload, already accumulated 1142 carries in college career
– Doesn’t have elite speed to stretch runs to sideline
– Not able to make something out of nothing, needs space to operate
– No elite burst to the line of scrimmage
– Stops and goes at times, which limits acceleration
Bio:
– 2017: 287 carries, 1311 yards, 4.