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CLICK HERE to Register for a free account and login for a smoother ad-free experience. It's easy, and only takes a few moments.Dexter McCluster is probably my favorite rb out of this draft. Of all the workouts for offensive players, his and Greshams interest me the most.
I got a feeling his 40 time is gonna be off the hook. What impressed me most in some of his runs this year is the way he could run between the tackles and take it outside. He makes guys miss and he bounces off people pretty darn well against stellar competition in the SEC.
His size is definately a factor, he has got to be under 6'0 and probably only weighs a buck70. His frame should be able to take on another 10 pounds or so but I don't think I'm going to hold it against the guy. From what I've seen he runs like an NFL running back. I'd hate to make comparisons so I won't. To me he's a cross between a feature back and an excellent 3rd down back.
It's not a dire need for the Pats but it definately could only help the offense tremendously if they drafted this kid in the 2nd.
I don't really worry about a RB's 40 time. I think this kid has excellent agility and the break away speed to do just fine in the NFL. I think he compares quite favorably to a Darren Sproles. I'd be willing to take him in the late 2nd, but preferrably mid 3rd with the life span being so short for that position.
Ben Tate is the 4th ranked RB in Auburn history! Talk about being under the radar! I'm an Auburn grad and fan and I had no idea... He ranks 10th all-time in all-purpose yards, showing his versatility.
Bo Jackson, Lionel James, Ronnie Brown, Cadillac Wms, Joe Cribbs, James Brooks, Stephen Davis, James Bostic, Brent Fullwood, Rudy Johnson, and for you NYG fans, Brandon Jacobs and Tucker Fredrickson (back in the day) are some well known players for the Tigers. And don't forget the great Jimmy Hitchc0ck!
So 4th is pretty impressive in this list. He's battle tested against top quality SEC teams too. If he is still on the board in the 4th rnd, somebody is going to get a steal. For Tate, I hope the combine really helps him.
I also like Tate a lot. He can also catch a little and appears to be a willing blitz protector. In my mind, drafting him depends on how he runs.
Another Tiger I really like is the center Pugh. Smart, tough and really explodes off the LOS. He has some issues athletically, but I think he would be a great C/OG backup type for us, that eventually takes over at C.
As far as I am concerned BB can stay in the state of Alabama and come out with a whale of a draft.
ILB - McClain
NT - Mt. Cody
OG - Johnson
CB - Jackson
OLB - Lang (Troy)
RB - Tate
TE - Peek
C - Pugh
QB - Brown (Troy)
SS - Wooddall