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.
#96 Broderick Washington / IDL Texas Tech – 6022 305
The Good
- High Motor/high effort player
- Good frame with and athleticism, looks the part
- Experience on 1 and 2 gap schemes
- Lined up all along the defensive line and is assignment sound
- Showed better pass rush from the inside late in the season
- Good agility to slide with blocks to get to the ball
The Bad
- Pass rush plan is limited to power rushes
- Must improve use of hands to keep OL off him while rushing
- Needs to disengage more quickly vs the run
- Loses sight of the ball when concentration is on moving the OL
- Needs to stay square to the LOS with engaged
Bio
- Career – 134 tackles, 81 solo, 14 TFL, 7.