From now until the 2019 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.
#14 Deionte Thompson/S/6’2 196 lbs
The Good:
- Can deliver a highlight reel big hit
- Most comfortable as a single high safety
- Breaks on the ball quickly on throws to middle of the field
- Good range as a center field/single high safety
- Can get to sideline from MOF in coverage
- High level of athleticism
- Physical when attack receivers at the catch
- Special teams ace
The Bad:
- Reckless coming downhill at times, throws his body instead of wrapping up
- Could be late to diagnose against the run
- Non-factor in the slot, late to react, feet too heavy
- Susceptible to taking poor angles to the football
- Stiff at changing direction
- Very inconsistent tackler
- Really saw his play drop down the stretch
Bio:
- 2018: 78 tackles, 3.