Isaiah Buggs NFL Draft 2019: Scouting Report for Pittsburgh Steelers' Pick

STRENGTHS

—An ideal fit for teams running 3-4 defenses with his experience at 5-technique, but also projects well to an inside tackle position in a four-man front.

—A breakout senior season saw him notch 9.5 sacks and be much more disruptive in the backfield and when chasing down quarterbacks.

—His quickness and strength are NFL-caliber; he gets out of his stance quickly and can make an inside or outside move off his blocker and gain ground past the line of scrimmage. Offers a solid bull rush or anchor.

—Has quick, light feet that allow him to set up blockers and counter with a spin or swim move.

—Still has some development potential, which is rare for Alabama prospects, who are generally well coached and developed.

WEAKNESSES

—31¼-inch arms, and it shows when he tries to keep blockers off his frame or shed the hands of offensive linemen.

—Started his college career at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College and has limited experience against top-tier blockers, despite his two years in the SEC.

—May have benefited from a defense that is loaded with future NFL starters. Saw his production skyrocket after Quinnen Williams became a full-time starter and offenses had to focus extra blockers on Williams to stop him.

—His combine performance will hurt his stock after he posted a 5.15-second 40-yard dash, a 24½-inch vertical jump and 8.01-second three-cone drill.

—Scouts relayed information to us that coaches at Alabama were not high on Buggs and didn't vouch for his work ethic.

OVERALL

Isaiah Buggs has moments in which he looks like a top 50 selection, but concerns over his conditioning and effort are evident when watching his tape. A move inside to defensive tackle could limit his wear and tear, but he's best suited immediately for a rotational role on the inside with a starter track if developed.

GRADE: 5.90 (ROUND 3-4 — FUTURE STARTER)

PRO COMPARISON: Maliek Collins