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.
#11 Wyatt Ray/EDGE/6’3 257 lbs
The Good:
- Sells and sets up stunt blitzes very well
- Good hustle
- Capable of dropping into coverage
- Gets off blocks using long frame
- Uses arms to disengage lineman’s blocks
- Shows some ability of bending around the edge, though flexibility is average at best
- Shows power out of his stance
- Dominating swim move
- Long arms really help his bull rush move
The Bad:
- Needs to be more disciplined when defending his gap
- Loses ground against lineman in run defense
- Can get run up the arc easily
- Lacks quickness crashing from backside in run defense
- Movement is very stiff and clunky
- Still very raw, 2018 was first full season as a starter
Bio:
- 2018: 44 tackles, 11.