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.
#8 Stanley Morgan Jr./WR/6’1 200 lbs
The Good:
- Very smooth out of his breaks
- Quick footwork at the top of route
- Slippery in the open field
- Smart, finds soft spot in the zone
- Footwork, head fake lead to separation
- Soft hands
- Can use his length to reel in tough grabs ahead of him
- Great stiff arm
The Bad:
- Gets mugged when pressed off the line of scrimmage
- Struggles to beat physical corners
- Contested catch skills are still a work in progress
- Not really an elite athlete
- Could get stronger
- Limited YAC ability
- A tad stiff in open field
Bio:
- 2018: 70 receptions for 1004 yards and 7 touchdowns, 14.