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2021 NFL Draft Player Profiles: Kentucky EDGE Jamar Watson

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.

#31 Jamar Watson/EDGE/Kentucky/6’2”, 241 Lbs

The Good

-Well-built frame to dip and run under larger tackles
-Has experiencing rushing from left or right, standing or hand in the dirt
-Motor runs hot, never gives up on a rep and has great want-to in pursuit
-Experience dropping, turning and running in coverage
-Shows the ability to drop shoulder and run the arc to the QB
-Active, consistent hands off the edge

The Bad

-Lack of length causes issues trying to win against tackles
-Struggles to create separation and lock out for control
-Power overall is a component missing from his game
-Wins more on effort than skill throughout film
-Though capable in space, lacks overall athletic traits to play in space often in the NFL
-If he doesn’t win with initial speed, he can be wiped out

Bio

-Played in 49 career games at Kentucky, recording 29 starts
– Recorded 107 tackles, 28.