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.
#42 Shaun Beyer / TE Iowa – 6050 249
The Good
- Solid release at the line of scrimmage to avoid defenders
- Catches the ball with ease, has soft hands
- Can make the catch in traffic and adjusts to the ball well
- Solid run blocker and gets solid push on down and base blocks
- Can get out in space to provide blocks on sweeps/screens
- Has the want to as a blocker and finishes a lot of his blocks
The Bad
- Physical defenders slowed him from getting into his route
- Route tree was fairly limited as was his production
- Marginal separation vs Man coverage
- Doesn’t create after the catch
- Not a lot of reps in pass protection
- Needs to improve play strength and lateral footwork to stay on defenders
Bio
- Career – 18 receptions, 275 yards, 15.