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.
#15 D’Andre Walker/EDGE/6’2 251 lbs
The Good:
- Can drop into zone coverage
- Capable of carrying running backs down the field in man coverage
- Packs a punch with his powerful arms
- Can drive back offensive linemen once he gets hands under shoulder pads
- Crashes fast from the backside of plays
- Gets off blocks to fill holes against the run
- Has an adequate swim move to get inside
- Can play with his hand in the dirt or standing up
- Good size and length for the position
The Bad:
- Needs to do a better job at holding ground
- Lacks strength, gets steam rolled by bigger tackles
- Lacks bend on the edge
- Flexibility around the edge needs work, struggles to get low
- Average burst off the line of scrimmage
- Pad level needs to be more consistent
- Still very raw as a pass rusher
- Only one year as a starter
Bio:
- 2018: 45 tackles, 11 tackles for a loss, 7.