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RUNNING BACKS
Saquon Barkley*, Penn State (5110, 225#, 4.40, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
One of the most highly touted RB prospects to come along in a while. Strong and explosive athlete with ideal attributes for the position. Was focal point of PSU’s option offense, motioned often, and involved in passing attack as slot or outside WR threat. Highlight real is off the charts and is a boom/bust runner. Lots of negative carries on film but always has that one Wow! play (see Minnesota 2016 game - I counted 9 negative runs but he won it in OT on a great run). Reminds me a lot of Reggie Bush when he came out and was the #2 overall pick. Like Bush his wide runs and ability to plant and beat defenders to the corner jump off the film. Like Bush he returns kicks and is involved in the passing attack. And like Bush he might not live up to the hype of being a 20+ carry type back because I’m not sure Barkley is a move-the-chains type of runner. However in today’s NFL to get a Bush-type player in the 220 lbs. range is too tempting to pass up and will be drafted very high. Just offers too much threat to a defense in all the things he can do. Round 1
NFL Comparison: Reggie Bush
Royce Freeman, Oregon (5110, 230#, 4.50, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Very good balance and footwork for a back his size. Is not afraid to finish runs and always looks for positive yardage. Consistently gets what the blocking provides and still has enough wiggle/power to make the DB miss/pay. Very good acceleration into hole and stays skinny in traffic. Reminds me a lot of Jonathan Stewart with that type of size/speed/crib ability. Decent hands but needs work on blocking (technique more than effort). North-south type runner that becomes ineffective if stacked at line or made to cut outside. Round 1-2
NFL Comparison: Jonathan Stewart
Derrius Guice*, LSU (5110, 220#, 4.50, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
A one cut, north-south runner. Gets slippery in the hole and falls forward. Almost all his work is between the tackles (or between LSU’s stacked 7-8 man lines). Mostly lined up in deep sets and got handoffs from under center QB’s. Can run behind a lead blocker and saw him run the wildcat a few time. His combine will matter to finalize true size/weight/speed in order to slot him into the top 4-5 RB’s of this class. Needs a bit of work on blocking. Adequate hands for screens and limited route trees in passing game (mostly outside the numbers). Definitely a move the chain type back that gets better as the game wears on. Round 1-2
NFL Comparison: Alex Collins
Nick Chubb, Georgia (5100, 220#, 4.45, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Is one of the more natural, crib running backs in this draft. Just looks like he was meant to be a running back. Vision is exceptional and shows patience and bounce-cut ability when nothing is there. Nice explosion and has two gears when needed. Decent size, runs low to ground and shows good effort after contact. Was limited part of Georgia’s passing game (31 catches in four seasons). Has a bit of wear on the tires (758 career carries) and returned from gruesome knee injury in 2015. Might not be a versatile as some teams want but he’s a solid RB prospect and should find a home in someone’s stable. Round 2-3
NFL Comparison: Frank Gore
Bo Scarbrough*, Alabama (6010, 230#), 4.45, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Not a natural crib back but his athleticism and size/speed/power just jumps off film. Shows good effort and is almost a bit wild/uncontrolled in his movements. Reminds me a ton of Jay Ajayi when he came out of Boise State and might have same type of up/down career. Can look amazing on one play but can just as easily cut the wrong way or right into a tackle and leave yards on the field. Athletic and fast enough to be a decent blocker and part of pass/screen game. Round 3
NFL Comparison: Jay Ajayi
John Kelly*, Tennessee (5100, 210#, 4.50, ?? 3-cone) Pre Combine
Very similar scouting report to Alvin Kamara last year in the fact he is a junior entry with very little experience (only 327 career carries). Looks the part of an SEC athlete. Tightly wound, explosive and athletic looking on tape. Was not on a good 2017 team and his YPC really suffered (6.4 to 4.1) with lots of breakdowns in blocking and contact behind the line of scrimmage. Very good in screen game, soft hands and excellent acceleration after catch. Makes the 8th guy miss more than you realize when blocking comes together. Interesting prospect and difficult to pin down (like Kamara who I didn’t see how good he was) and could really blossom in a good NFL-style offense. Round 3-4
NFL Comparison: Alvin Kamara
Ronald Jones II*, USC (6000, 200#, 4.40, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Is a very tightly wound and explosive athlete on tape. Explodes into line and has exceptional ramp-up speed. Impressive jump cuts and tire drill work in traffic and can get slippery and narrow in the hole. Has breakaway speed if the blocking comes together on stretch plays. Reminds you a bit of Wayne Gallman (Clemson, last year) on tape and runs in a similar tall style. Not nearly as big and solid as he needs to be and has major concerns about durability at his current weight. Needs to add 15 lbs. of muscle and maintain quicks. Goes down too easily on contact and doesn’t break enough arm tackles. Not as evolved as a pass catcher or route runner and does not hold up/anchor as well in pass blocking. Talent is there but needs to significantly mature into his NFL body and work on craft to reach full potential. Round 3-4
NFL Comparison: Wayne Gallman
Mark Walton*, Miami (5090, 205#, 4.50, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Was injured the last 8 games of his junior season (ankle) but there is a lot to like in a potential 3rd down scat back. Shows a lot of toughness for his size and exhibits great quicks and natural running ability. Very good hands and really gets his nose dirty on pass blocking. Productive in his roll at Miami with very good yard per carry, TD’s and catch production that improved each season. You want to doubt he can handle a feature back role in the NFL but he’s similar in size to Freeman, McCoy or Charles. Medical and missed games might make him fall but he’s a solid player. Round 4
NFL Comparison: Dion Lewis
Ryan Nall*, Oregon State (6020, 230#, 4.60, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Jumps off film as a Bill Belichick kind of player. Very versatile with great size and more natural running ability than you’d think. Can line up as a FB and TE/WR as well as tailback. Instinctual football player and gym rat type athlete that looks to have other sports in background. Is a bigger version of Rex Burkhead. Very interested to see where this type of player gets drafted as teams might attempt to copy-cat Patriots’ offensive success. Round 4-5
NFL Comparison: Rex Burkhead
Kerryon Johnson*, Auburn (6000, 215#, 4.50, ?? 3-cone) Pre Combine
Tough to tell how good an athlete/fast he is on tape. Combine will matter as a junior entry. Is the type of all-around RB that is gaining popularity right now. Taller RB and shows nice wiggle and explosiveness when the ball is in his hands. Is not a “crib” back but he does a lot okay. Active in pass game, decent blocker and can line up in multiple formations. Reminds me a bit of David Johnson but not sure he’s that type of super athlete yet and could be a closer approximation to a Wayne Gallman. Same style of player. Round 4-5
NFL Comparison: Wayne Gallman/David Johnson
Nyheim Hines, North Carolina St. (5090, 200#, 4.30, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Natural speed athlete that should contend for fastest player at combine. Not an every down type of RB and is a dynamic returner and change or pace weapon in an offense. Solid, compact build that looks adequate for NFL football as a 10-15 touch player (as opposed to some other fast guys in recent drafts). Athletically gifted individual (youtube has videos of him just doing flips and tumbling at will). He’s definitely a hood ornament type of guy for an offense/special teams and I don’t value those as high as others but some teams really draft these types of players high (3rd/4th round) looking for an edge. Very interesting prospect from an athleticism/speed aspect. Round 4-5
NFL Comparison: Devin Hester
Sony Michel, Georgia (5110, 215#, 4.50, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Nick Chubb’s backup that still averaged 12 touches and almost 100 yards per game in Georgia’s high powered offense. Not as natural a crib back as Chubb but is a very good SEC athlete. Had a few big plays in cleanup duty. Most carries are from RPO formations. Limited in pass game (to date). There’s NFL athletic ability but his ceiling is probably limited. Reminds me of some of the guys in Seattle’s RB rotation like Thomas Rawls (undrafted). Round 5-6
NFL Comparison: Thomas Rawls
Rashaad Penny, San Diego St. (5110, 225#, 4.60, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Very big and thick in the lower half and runs hard through tackles. Replaced Donnel Pumphrey in SDS’s run heavy, eye-formation offense and looks like an old school, big tailback running behind a lead blocker/FB (2250 yards rushing). Just like Pumphrey I really like his tape but maybe I just like old school football (Pumphrey didn’t do anything as a rookie). Penny is a much different player (much bigger) and is a banger and grind-it-out type of back. Still shows some nice wiggle and can make the occasional catch in the screen game. I like him but he probably doesn’t get drafted high. Reminds me of Barry Foster but those guys don’t exist much in the NFL. A poor man’s version of Royce Freeman in this draft. Round 6
NFL Comparison: Barry Foster
Darrel Williams, LSU (5110, 235#, 4.55, ?? 3-cone)
Very similar type player to Penny but was a career backup in the SEC to the likes of Fournette and Guice and has limited carries in career. Shows some nice balance on his feet for a man his size and has a little “dancing bear” in him. Really a load to handle when he gets moving and is a very powerful back in the lower body. I think there is decent SEC athlete in the player and if given a chance to carry the load for the right team/system could really surprise. Could change to a lead blocker or fullback. Round 6
NFL Comparison: LaGarrett Blount
Kalen Ballage, Arizona St. (6020, 230#, 4.60, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
A strictly north-south, between the tackles runner that excels with traps, tight spaces and tire-drill runs. Good forward lean but is a bit of a waste bender and height exposes him to hits. 450 carries in PAC-10 to date, but hits in NFL are different and wear-and-tear could be issue. Low career YPC (4.4) and that could be issue in NFL as well. Not a lot of lateral movement. Only generates big plays on perfectly blocked trap plays that get him quickly to the 2nd level. Limited in pass game and is not quite the athlete/threat in space you would like. Size and ability to explode into line is tempting but not many backs like this in NFL anymore. Round 6
NFL Comparison: Latavius Murray
Ito Smith, Southern Mississippi (5090, 200#, 4.50, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Very productive, 3-down, mid-major prospect that struggled a bit against better competition. Did some kick returns as a FR/SO and will likely have to contribute in special teams like that to make a roster. There’s a lot to like on film and shows nice natural ability to get the extra yard and plays with power for his size. Is just limited as an athlete/talent and that will likely catch up to him a bit at the next level. A poor man’s version of Mark Walton in this draft. Round 6-7
Justin Jackson, Northwestern (5011, 200#, 4.60, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
There is some nice crib ability to his running style but the package of athletic gifts he was born with just isn’t all that special. Not big or fast enough to over invest in his ability at this point. Is more slippery and quick than fast. Good vision but will not break a lot of tackles. Adequate in pass game and gives effort in pass protection (didn’t see much in college). Mostly played from a RPO setup and was very used in college (1142 carries). Looks like he has high football I.Q. Reminds me of James White who was an average athlete (by combine terms) but isn’t the receiving threat White was/is. Round 6-7
NFL Comparison: James White
Kamryn Pettway*, Auburn (6000, 240#, 4.65, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Very big and powerful runner that reminds me of old-school fullbacks in the wishbone. Almost all his work is between the tackles on run/pass option plays. Punishes and rips through arm tackles and likes to lay the wood in the 2nd level. Very limited lateral movement skills and is one directional north/south runner. Might be converted to a fullback at next level but will have to work at pass game and blocking. Has substantial injury history and some disciplinary issues (film was only from 2016). Round 6-7
NFL Comparison: Mike Tolbert
Lavon Coleman, Washington (5100, 215#, 4.55, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
A jack-of-all-trades, big-five athlete that played mostly part time in backup roll at Washington. Does a lot of little things well and looks well coached. Shifty more than quick and might find a roll as a kick returner and decent-sized 3rd down back at the next level. Good effort in pass blocking and pass routes. Not worth much in terms of draft value but players like him often find spots on rosters over more talented one-trick runners. Round 7
Ralph Webb, Vanderbilt (5090, 200#, 4.55, ?? 3-cone)
Round 7
Chase Edmonds, Fordham (5080, 210#, 4.55, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Very productive D-II athlete. Runs low to the ground and with purpose. Nice stiff arm when given the opportunity and has solid running back instincts. Size really limits his effectiveness as a blocker and could hurt his prospects of making a roster. Can return kicks and will have to contribute as a #3 or #4 RB on the roster. Round 7
Jarvion Franklin, Western Michigan (5110, 225#, 4.65, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Small school prospect that lacks any elite traits to get him much more than a late round pick/chance in camp. There is NFL size and power to his running game but I think he is a noticeable notch below in explosion and speed compared to top level guys. Must work hard at all the little things (blocking, pass routes, coverage, etc.) to get a shot on a roster and be a depth participant. Round 7
NFL Comparison: David Cobb
Akrum Wadley, Iowa (5010, 190, 4.50, ?? 3-cone)
Round 7-FA
Saquon Barkley*, Penn State (5110, 225#, 4.40, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
One of the most highly touted RB prospects to come along in a while. Strong and explosive athlete with ideal attributes for the position. Was focal point of PSU’s option offense, motioned often, and involved in passing attack as slot or outside WR threat. Highlight real is off the charts and is a boom/bust runner. Lots of negative carries on film but always has that one Wow! play (see Minnesota 2016 game - I counted 9 negative runs but he won it in OT on a great run). Reminds me a lot of Reggie Bush when he came out and was the #2 overall pick. Like Bush his wide runs and ability to plant and beat defenders to the corner jump off the film. Like Bush he returns kicks and is involved in the passing attack. And like Bush he might not live up to the hype of being a 20+ carry type back because I’m not sure Barkley is a move-the-chains type of runner. However in today’s NFL to get a Bush-type player in the 220 lbs. range is too tempting to pass up and will be drafted very high. Just offers too much threat to a defense in all the things he can do. Round 1
NFL Comparison: Reggie Bush
Royce Freeman, Oregon (5110, 230#, 4.50, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Very good balance and footwork for a back his size. Is not afraid to finish runs and always looks for positive yardage. Consistently gets what the blocking provides and still has enough wiggle/power to make the DB miss/pay. Very good acceleration into hole and stays skinny in traffic. Reminds me a lot of Jonathan Stewart with that type of size/speed/crib ability. Decent hands but needs work on blocking (technique more than effort). North-south type runner that becomes ineffective if stacked at line or made to cut outside. Round 1-2
NFL Comparison: Jonathan Stewart
Derrius Guice*, LSU (5110, 220#, 4.50, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
A one cut, north-south runner. Gets slippery in the hole and falls forward. Almost all his work is between the tackles (or between LSU’s stacked 7-8 man lines). Mostly lined up in deep sets and got handoffs from under center QB’s. Can run behind a lead blocker and saw him run the wildcat a few time. His combine will matter to finalize true size/weight/speed in order to slot him into the top 4-5 RB’s of this class. Needs a bit of work on blocking. Adequate hands for screens and limited route trees in passing game (mostly outside the numbers). Definitely a move the chain type back that gets better as the game wears on. Round 1-2
NFL Comparison: Alex Collins
Nick Chubb, Georgia (5100, 220#, 4.45, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Is one of the more natural, crib running backs in this draft. Just looks like he was meant to be a running back. Vision is exceptional and shows patience and bounce-cut ability when nothing is there. Nice explosion and has two gears when needed. Decent size, runs low to ground and shows good effort after contact. Was limited part of Georgia’s passing game (31 catches in four seasons). Has a bit of wear on the tires (758 career carries) and returned from gruesome knee injury in 2015. Might not be a versatile as some teams want but he’s a solid RB prospect and should find a home in someone’s stable. Round 2-3
NFL Comparison: Frank Gore
Bo Scarbrough*, Alabama (6010, 230#), 4.45, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Not a natural crib back but his athleticism and size/speed/power just jumps off film. Shows good effort and is almost a bit wild/uncontrolled in his movements. Reminds me a ton of Jay Ajayi when he came out of Boise State and might have same type of up/down career. Can look amazing on one play but can just as easily cut the wrong way or right into a tackle and leave yards on the field. Athletic and fast enough to be a decent blocker and part of pass/screen game. Round 3
NFL Comparison: Jay Ajayi
John Kelly*, Tennessee (5100, 210#, 4.50, ?? 3-cone) Pre Combine
Very similar scouting report to Alvin Kamara last year in the fact he is a junior entry with very little experience (only 327 career carries). Looks the part of an SEC athlete. Tightly wound, explosive and athletic looking on tape. Was not on a good 2017 team and his YPC really suffered (6.4 to 4.1) with lots of breakdowns in blocking and contact behind the line of scrimmage. Very good in screen game, soft hands and excellent acceleration after catch. Makes the 8th guy miss more than you realize when blocking comes together. Interesting prospect and difficult to pin down (like Kamara who I didn’t see how good he was) and could really blossom in a good NFL-style offense. Round 3-4
NFL Comparison: Alvin Kamara
Ronald Jones II*, USC (6000, 200#, 4.40, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Is a very tightly wound and explosive athlete on tape. Explodes into line and has exceptional ramp-up speed. Impressive jump cuts and tire drill work in traffic and can get slippery and narrow in the hole. Has breakaway speed if the blocking comes together on stretch plays. Reminds you a bit of Wayne Gallman (Clemson, last year) on tape and runs in a similar tall style. Not nearly as big and solid as he needs to be and has major concerns about durability at his current weight. Needs to add 15 lbs. of muscle and maintain quicks. Goes down too easily on contact and doesn’t break enough arm tackles. Not as evolved as a pass catcher or route runner and does not hold up/anchor as well in pass blocking. Talent is there but needs to significantly mature into his NFL body and work on craft to reach full potential. Round 3-4
NFL Comparison: Wayne Gallman
Mark Walton*, Miami (5090, 205#, 4.50, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Was injured the last 8 games of his junior season (ankle) but there is a lot to like in a potential 3rd down scat back. Shows a lot of toughness for his size and exhibits great quicks and natural running ability. Very good hands and really gets his nose dirty on pass blocking. Productive in his roll at Miami with very good yard per carry, TD’s and catch production that improved each season. You want to doubt he can handle a feature back role in the NFL but he’s similar in size to Freeman, McCoy or Charles. Medical and missed games might make him fall but he’s a solid player. Round 4
NFL Comparison: Dion Lewis
Ryan Nall*, Oregon State (6020, 230#, 4.60, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Jumps off film as a Bill Belichick kind of player. Very versatile with great size and more natural running ability than you’d think. Can line up as a FB and TE/WR as well as tailback. Instinctual football player and gym rat type athlete that looks to have other sports in background. Is a bigger version of Rex Burkhead. Very interested to see where this type of player gets drafted as teams might attempt to copy-cat Patriots’ offensive success. Round 4-5
NFL Comparison: Rex Burkhead
Kerryon Johnson*, Auburn (6000, 215#, 4.50, ?? 3-cone) Pre Combine
Tough to tell how good an athlete/fast he is on tape. Combine will matter as a junior entry. Is the type of all-around RB that is gaining popularity right now. Taller RB and shows nice wiggle and explosiveness when the ball is in his hands. Is not a “crib” back but he does a lot okay. Active in pass game, decent blocker and can line up in multiple formations. Reminds me a bit of David Johnson but not sure he’s that type of super athlete yet and could be a closer approximation to a Wayne Gallman. Same style of player. Round 4-5
NFL Comparison: Wayne Gallman/David Johnson
Nyheim Hines, North Carolina St. (5090, 200#, 4.30, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Natural speed athlete that should contend for fastest player at combine. Not an every down type of RB and is a dynamic returner and change or pace weapon in an offense. Solid, compact build that looks adequate for NFL football as a 10-15 touch player (as opposed to some other fast guys in recent drafts). Athletically gifted individual (youtube has videos of him just doing flips and tumbling at will). He’s definitely a hood ornament type of guy for an offense/special teams and I don’t value those as high as others but some teams really draft these types of players high (3rd/4th round) looking for an edge. Very interesting prospect from an athleticism/speed aspect. Round 4-5
NFL Comparison: Devin Hester
Sony Michel, Georgia (5110, 215#, 4.50, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Nick Chubb’s backup that still averaged 12 touches and almost 100 yards per game in Georgia’s high powered offense. Not as natural a crib back as Chubb but is a very good SEC athlete. Had a few big plays in cleanup duty. Most carries are from RPO formations. Limited in pass game (to date). There’s NFL athletic ability but his ceiling is probably limited. Reminds me of some of the guys in Seattle’s RB rotation like Thomas Rawls (undrafted). Round 5-6
NFL Comparison: Thomas Rawls
Rashaad Penny, San Diego St. (5110, 225#, 4.60, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Very big and thick in the lower half and runs hard through tackles. Replaced Donnel Pumphrey in SDS’s run heavy, eye-formation offense and looks like an old school, big tailback running behind a lead blocker/FB (2250 yards rushing). Just like Pumphrey I really like his tape but maybe I just like old school football (Pumphrey didn’t do anything as a rookie). Penny is a much different player (much bigger) and is a banger and grind-it-out type of back. Still shows some nice wiggle and can make the occasional catch in the screen game. I like him but he probably doesn’t get drafted high. Reminds me of Barry Foster but those guys don’t exist much in the NFL. A poor man’s version of Royce Freeman in this draft. Round 6
NFL Comparison: Barry Foster
Darrel Williams, LSU (5110, 235#, 4.55, ?? 3-cone)
Very similar type player to Penny but was a career backup in the SEC to the likes of Fournette and Guice and has limited carries in career. Shows some nice balance on his feet for a man his size and has a little “dancing bear” in him. Really a load to handle when he gets moving and is a very powerful back in the lower body. I think there is decent SEC athlete in the player and if given a chance to carry the load for the right team/system could really surprise. Could change to a lead blocker or fullback. Round 6
NFL Comparison: LaGarrett Blount
Kalen Ballage, Arizona St. (6020, 230#, 4.60, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
A strictly north-south, between the tackles runner that excels with traps, tight spaces and tire-drill runs. Good forward lean but is a bit of a waste bender and height exposes him to hits. 450 carries in PAC-10 to date, but hits in NFL are different and wear-and-tear could be issue. Low career YPC (4.4) and that could be issue in NFL as well. Not a lot of lateral movement. Only generates big plays on perfectly blocked trap plays that get him quickly to the 2nd level. Limited in pass game and is not quite the athlete/threat in space you would like. Size and ability to explode into line is tempting but not many backs like this in NFL anymore. Round 6
NFL Comparison: Latavius Murray
Ito Smith, Southern Mississippi (5090, 200#, 4.50, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Very productive, 3-down, mid-major prospect that struggled a bit against better competition. Did some kick returns as a FR/SO and will likely have to contribute in special teams like that to make a roster. There’s a lot to like on film and shows nice natural ability to get the extra yard and plays with power for his size. Is just limited as an athlete/talent and that will likely catch up to him a bit at the next level. A poor man’s version of Mark Walton in this draft. Round 6-7
Justin Jackson, Northwestern (5011, 200#, 4.60, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
There is some nice crib ability to his running style but the package of athletic gifts he was born with just isn’t all that special. Not big or fast enough to over invest in his ability at this point. Is more slippery and quick than fast. Good vision but will not break a lot of tackles. Adequate in pass game and gives effort in pass protection (didn’t see much in college). Mostly played from a RPO setup and was very used in college (1142 carries). Looks like he has high football I.Q. Reminds me of James White who was an average athlete (by combine terms) but isn’t the receiving threat White was/is. Round 6-7
NFL Comparison: James White
Kamryn Pettway*, Auburn (6000, 240#, 4.65, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Very big and powerful runner that reminds me of old-school fullbacks in the wishbone. Almost all his work is between the tackles on run/pass option plays. Punishes and rips through arm tackles and likes to lay the wood in the 2nd level. Very limited lateral movement skills and is one directional north/south runner. Might be converted to a fullback at next level but will have to work at pass game and blocking. Has substantial injury history and some disciplinary issues (film was only from 2016). Round 6-7
NFL Comparison: Mike Tolbert
Lavon Coleman, Washington (5100, 215#, 4.55, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
A jack-of-all-trades, big-five athlete that played mostly part time in backup roll at Washington. Does a lot of little things well and looks well coached. Shifty more than quick and might find a roll as a kick returner and decent-sized 3rd down back at the next level. Good effort in pass blocking and pass routes. Not worth much in terms of draft value but players like him often find spots on rosters over more talented one-trick runners. Round 7
Ralph Webb, Vanderbilt (5090, 200#, 4.55, ?? 3-cone)
Round 7
Chase Edmonds, Fordham (5080, 210#, 4.55, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Very productive D-II athlete. Runs low to the ground and with purpose. Nice stiff arm when given the opportunity and has solid running back instincts. Size really limits his effectiveness as a blocker and could hurt his prospects of making a roster. Can return kicks and will have to contribute as a #3 or #4 RB on the roster. Round 7
Jarvion Franklin, Western Michigan (5110, 225#, 4.65, ?? 3-cone) - Pre Combine
Small school prospect that lacks any elite traits to get him much more than a late round pick/chance in camp. There is NFL size and power to his running game but I think he is a noticeable notch below in explosion and speed compared to top level guys. Must work hard at all the little things (blocking, pass routes, coverage, etc.) to get a shot on a roster and be a depth participant. Round 7
NFL Comparison: David Cobb
Akrum Wadley, Iowa (5010, 190, 4.50, ?? 3-cone)
Round 7-FA
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