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.
#22 Chase Hansen/LB/6’3 222 lbs
The Good:
- Gets downhill fast
- Moves well in space
- Very instinctive in coverage
- Picks up crossing routes well
- Plays with a great deal of physicality
- Highly athletic, especially in his pursuit speed
- Has range to go sideline to sideline
- Good short area quickness
- Great blitzer
- Sniffs out screen passes
The Bad:
- Will be 26-years old by the time the 2019 season kicks off
- Processing ability is still very raw
- Can be fooled by misdirection or counters
- Has reps where it seems as if he does not trust his instincts
- Needs to play more under control, whiffs too often
- Struggles to stack and shed blocks
- Swallowed by big linemen
- Size is concerning, will not win many battles at point of attack
Bio:
- 2018: 114 tackles, 22 tackles for a loss, 5 sacks, 2 interceptions,
- Career: 270 tackles, 32.