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.
#95 Renell Wren / DL Arizona State – 6’4 315
The Good:
- Great size with nearly 34 inch arms and 81 inch wing span
- Good quickness at the snap
- Gets his hands up quickly and play strength to extend and hold off blocker
- Solid lateral agility to slide down the line when he stays square
The Bad:
- Gets almost no push and often stops his feet
- Inactive hands limiting his ability to shed blockers or get them off balance
- Too often handled easily in 1 vs 1 situations
- Lacks anchor vs double team blocks
- COD is marginal and lacks speed to help on the outside
- Offers no help in the passing game
Bio:
- Started 13 of 38 games; started all 13 games at nose guard in his senior season
- Career – 81 tackles, 51 solo, 14.