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.
#7/Khaleke Hudson/LB-S/Michigan/5’11”, 218 Lbs
The Good
-Versatile chess-piece defender
-Asked to wear many hats at Michigan and thrived in multiple roles snap to snap
-Experience playing off-ball LB, end-of-line defender, slot corner, box safety and deep safety under Don Brown’s guidance
-Tenacious defender that won’t back down; plays with a massive chip on his shoulder
-Possesses good range and a relentless motor
-Knows how to keep himself clean rushing off the edge and is an effective blitzer
-Loose, explosive hips
-Smart football player that reads and reacts quickly
The Bad
-Small, maxed-out frame
-Gets overpowered in the run game and isn’t strong enough to shock and shed in the box
-Heavy feet in man coverage and back pedal is rough, clunky
-Gets grabby in coverage due to lack of suddenness and agility
-Lacks necessary play strength to live in the box at the next level
-Hesitant to fill gaps in the box against the run due to strength issues
-Probably needs to cut weight heading into the pros to find a true position
-Definition of a ‘tweener prospect
Bio
-Played the “Viper” position under Don Brown during four-year career at Michigan
-Saw action in 52 career games, with 37 games started for Wolverines
-Three-time All-Big Ten honoree
-Holds Michigan career record for tackles for loss in a single game (8.