From now until the 2021 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.
#9 Warren Jackson/WR/ Colorado St. – 6’6″, 219lb
The Good
-Extremely long frame with the height that is physically imposing to smaller corners
-Good arm length (33 3/8”) that aids his ability to win jump balls in coverage
-Has a good catch radius to haul in passes outside of his frame
-Has experience playing on the boundary as well as in the slot
-Great red zone threat due to his sheer size and ability to body up defenders
-Ideal jump ball receiver in the middle of the field or in the end zone when the QB needs get rid of it
-Can go overtop the defensive back’s head and take the ball over his helmet for the catch
-Able to create YAC with his physical running style, attempting to run through tacklers and give the occasional stiff arm
-Has good body control for his size along the sideline and as a runner when taking on contact
-Does a good job of shielding the defender from the ball with his body along the sideline
The Bad
-Below-average speed (4.