Welcome to a new series, the “entrance physicals”. We will evaluate each new player added by the Pittsburgh Steelers with a focus on current health and past injures. As always, these reports are based on publicly available information, including player interviews, injury reports and reliable news sources. I have no access to the players’ medical records and have not examined them or discussed this with them unless otherwise noted.
In the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, the Steelers made a trade with the New England Patriots, moving up from the 17th pick to select Georgia offensive tackle Broderick Jones with the 14th overall pick.
Vitals
Age 21 (5/16/2001) Height 6’5″ Weight 311 lbs BMI 38
Season/Injury
2020 (redshirt freshman)
Lower leg injury. In the summer of 2020, Jones sustained a lower leg injury in a motorbike accident. Reports did not clarify whether this was a motorcycle, motorized scooter, or an ATV. Jones regularly rode all of them at the time. No ligament, muscle or bone injuries occurred. Recovery time was reported to be 1-2 months. He was able to participate in preseason practice by mid-August 2020 and the injury was not an issue his freshman season.
He made his debut against South Carolina on Nov. 28.
2021
Played in all 15 games. No documented injury.
2022
Played in all 15 games. No documented injury.
Summary
Clean bill of health. Should be ready to participate in rookie minicamp and OTAs.
He no longer rides motorbikes of any kind.
Level of Fitness: Excellent
