Getting to know 2021 Steelers draft prospect Teven Jenkins with SKL

[steelerkeylargo]

Hey gang. As many of you know this is the time of year I go from observing to posting. I usually will take a behind the scenes look at a bunch of guys that should be on the Steelers radar (although admittedly not as many as I used to when I was hitting up the Senior Bowl and Combine every year). Anyway lets start off with my current choice as the Steelers 1st round pick. Oklahoma St OT Teven Jenkins

Pros

*starting OT NFL size at 6'6" 325 lbs
*absolute beast in the running game and rated as one of PFF's top OT's in the run
*Quick first step and nasty finisher
*plays to the whistle with a nasty mean streak
*elite playing strength
*4 position versatility
*only allowed 2 sacks in 3 years, none in the last 2 years
*watch his Texas tape vs Joseph Ossai (potential 1st round pick)
*Oklahoma St. play style and offense will be appealing to Canada and Klemm

Cons

*feet can get choppy at times as he knows he can dominate most opponents physically
*needs to work on his reset vs. inside moves
*minor back issue

NFL Pro Player Comp-Taylor Lewan
Draft Range- picks 20-35
Teams who will be competing to draft him- Chargers/Vikings/Cardinals/Bears/Colts

[steeler_george]

I keep hearing-reading good things about him...

You sure like your Oklahoma boys...

[Joel Buchsbaum]

Compared to Taylor Lewan a 3x pro bowl player? That is saying a lot. How are his feet, and can he play LT in the NFL? I guess we'll see when he works out, does his shuttle, and measures out.

He started 3 games at LT....vs Big 12 defenses. He sounds like a safe Right Tackle pick. The question is if you have big time needs at QB and RB, do you take a Right Tackle over them both? I would not. This is a decent tackle draft. Good ones will be there after he's picked.

[steelerkeylargo]

Compared to Taylor Lewan a 3x pro bowl player? That is saying a lot. How are his feet, and can he play LT in the NFL? I guess we'll see when he works out, does his shuttle, and measures out.

He started 3 games at LT....vs Big 12 defenses. He sounds like a safe Right Tackle pick. The question is if you have big time needs at QB and RB, do you take a Right Tackle over them both? I would not. This is a decent tackle draft. Good ones will be there after he's picked.

That's how pro player Comp's work. You comp them to someone who plays a similar style of football. Again the comment of against big 12 defenses is irrelevant. Trent Williams no. 1 graded OT in NFL last year, Lane Johnson (3x pro bowl), Orlando Brown (2x pro bowl).

As far as the QB/RB. I would definitely take Mac Jones or Trey Lance at 24 if that somehow ere to shake out. Unlikely though. There will be plenty of RB talent in rounds 2-3. Zero need for a RB at 24.

[SteelerMaine83]

Thanks SKL. I saw him play a few full games and he looked really good. He’s got some nasty, too, which is what I like in an OT

[Joel Buchsbaum]

That's how pro player Comp's work. You comp them to someone who plays a similar style of football. Again the comment of against big 12 defenses is irrelevant. Trent Williams no. 1 graded OT in NFL last year, Lane Johnson (3x pro bowl), Orlando Brown (2x pro bowl).

As far as the QB/RB. I would definitely take Mac Jones or Trey Lance at 24 if that somehow ere to shake out. Unlikely though. There will be plenty of RB talent in rounds 2-3. Zero need for a RB at 24.

No--playing vs Big 12 defenses is not same as the Big Ten, or SEC. He didn't play in the senior bowl. Who you prove it against matters and his coaches felt he was a Right Tackle. I count a grand total of 5 DL players in the NFL from the Big 12, and none of them are known guys The SEC has teams that have more than that and they are way better. My point, he didn't kick tail in the SEC.

I really don't like comparing a college guy to a multiple pro bowl player. I know its done to describe a player, just the odds of a player being like that are pretty low, Lewan ( Picked 11th overall ) is 6'7" 300+ pounds and ran a 4.87 which is rare speed for a player this size.

I betcha Jenkins doesn't come close to this number ( 40 ) and may struggle change of direction / agility drills some as the cone and shuttle. Check back in after the combine and we shall see.

To say we don't need running backs @24 is something I do not agree with. While we have many needs, who's is our starter? James Conner and he is a free agent. Heck yes we could use a talent like Harris with the 24th pick. Snell might be the best we've got on the team. It's that thin and we came in 32nd running the ball.

To use a Steeler example if Jenkins works out like I think he will, can run block a ton, and has some nasty, I'd compare him to Leon Searcy. A pretty good player, who made one pro bowl ( On the Jaguars ).

I'm with you on Jones. Hard pass on Lance, as he's not close to ready.

[Buzz]

Would be happy seeing Jenkins added to our OL

[hawaiiansteel]

In the latest two-round mock draft by Pro Football Network, they have the Steelers going offensive line with their first pick and addressing the tackle position before anything else. With Chukwuma Okorafor as the only tackle from the Steelers 53-man roster who is still under contract for 2021, the players the Steelers sign in free agency will determine how high the need for tackle will be come April. Since the Steelers could go in any number of directions with their first selection, it is important to look at all the possibilities presented by various mock draft outlets.

Check out the Steelers 24th pick:

24. Pittsburgh Steelers | Teven Jenkins | OT | Oklahoma State | SR |

Being early in the draft process, there may be some players most fans are not familiar with. If this is the case, here is a breakdown of Jenkins according to thedraftnetwork.com:

PROSPECT SUMMARY – TEVEN JENKINS

Playing in 37 career games (35 starts) at Oklahoma State, Teven Jenkins experienced time at right guard, left tackle, and right tackle. With a bulk of his experience coming at right tackle, he blossomed during his final two seasons. Playing in the first eight games of the season, he elected to opt out after suffering what was reported as lower back issues. The 6-foot-6, 320-pound fifth-year senior offensive tackle is a top-heavy blocker that has experienced success in the team’s Air Raid offense. A quick setter that’s prone to take horizontal pass sets, he’s created a habit of establishing quick wins by striking his hands and controlling defenders. As a run blocker, he’s able to create considerable amounts of movement when able to gain momentum prior to engagement points. A well above average finisher, Jenkins is the type of offensive lineman that attempts to humiliate players in the opposite color jersey. The echo of the whistle doesn’t slow down his process and he continues on with his process until he wants to conclude. Jenkins’ athleticism and lack of overall range may create questions about his potential at offensive tackle and there will be some teams who grade him as a guard as a result. Jenkins will have a strong chance of being the first offensive lineman drafted from the program since Russell Okung (2010).

Ideal Role: Developmental offensive tackle that could eventually turn into a starter at tackle or guard.

Scheme Fit: Man/Gap/Power.

https://www.behindthesteelcurtain.co...-teven-jenkins

[Rara]

I enjoy this time of the year, keep them coming SKL!

[Chucktownsteeler]

Hey gang. As many of you know this is the time of year I go from observing to posting. I usually will take a behind the scenes look at a bunch of guys that should be on the Steelers radar (although admittedly not as many as I used to when I was hitting up the Senior Bowl and Combine every year). Anyway lets start off with my current choice as the Steelers 1st round pick. Oklahoma St OT Teven Jenkins

Pros

*starting OT NFL size at 6'6" 325 lbs
*absolute beast in the running game and rated as one of PFF's top OT's in the run
*Quick first step and nasty finisher
*plays to the whistle with a nasty mean streak
*elite playing strength
*4 position versatility
*only allowed 2 sacks in 3 years, none in the last 2 years
*watch his Texas tape vs Joseph Ossai (potential 1st round pick)
*Oklahoma St. play style and offense will be appealing to Canada and Klemm

Cons

*feet can get choppy at times as he knows he can dominate most opponents physically
*needs to work on his reset vs. inside moves
*minor back issue

NFL Pro Player Comp-Taylor Lewan
Draft Range- picks 20-35
Teams who will be competing to draft him- Chargers/Vikings/Cardinals/Bears/Colts

Seems pretty impressive.