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.
#97 Jalen Jelks / EDGE Oregon – 6’5” 256
The Good
- Good size and arm length (34 5/8 inches)
- Experience as DE in 3 man front and on the edge in 2 point stance
- High effort player
- Good chase and pursuit of the ball
- Makes violent chops/slaps/clubs with his hands
The Bad
- Lacks play strength to anchor or set the edge
- Doesn’t win 1 on 1 as much as you’d like; must improve shed
- Stance on defensive line is squatty and he doesn’t fire out at the snap
- Doesn’t have a dominant pass rush move
- Doesn’t string together moves with chops/slap/clubs
- Lacks good first step and doesn’t have speed around the edge
Bio
- Career – 155 tackles, 92 solo, 30 TFL, 15.