NFL Draft Prospects: Darren McFadden

Name: Darren McFadden
Position: Runningback
School: Arkansas
Year: Junior
Career stats: 4590 yds 5.85 ypc 41 rush TD 46 rec 365 rec yds 2 rec TD
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 205
40: N/A
Bench: N/A
Expected draft position: RB 1 (Top 10)
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Strengths: Big, quick, excellent vision and slashing ability. Has proven to be durable and has an element of versatility in his game. His ability to run between the tackles, off-tackle, catch out of the backfield, split out and run routes as well as pass the ball on occasion gives him a skillset that NFL offensive coordinators dream about.

Concerns: Very little concerns in his game. Does not lower his shoulders enough to run defenders over.

Comments: Many have compared DMac to Eric Dickerson and I can see why. His large upper body contributes to an upright running style. He is very explosive in hitting the hole. Good company for a comparison I guess. McFadden is a lock for the first RB taken in the draft should he declare. His skillset will make him a long-time starter in the NFL.

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