From now until the 2020 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.
#90 Rashard Lawrence / IDL LSU – 6016 308
The Good
- Quickness and burst at the snap
- Hand placement and leverage vs the run
- Good competitiveness and works hard to get through blocks
- Strong tackler
- Experience playing inside and at defensive end
The Bad
- His use of hands to keep blockers off of him
- Timing of hands and strength of punch rushing the passer
- Pass rush plan is extremely limited
- Balance and ability to stay on his feet
- Lateral agility and change of direction is marginal
- Ability to disengage from blocks
Bio
- Career – 120 tackles, 47 solo, 20.