Positives: Good straight-ahead speed for his size. Strong short-yardage runner who lowers his pads, protects the ball and keeps his legs churning in the pile. Has a sliver of shiftiness in the open field, and will run through arm tackles. Quick into the hole as a lead blocker. Usually picks the right target and has good initial pop. Sustains well, gets his hands into the jersey, brings his hips and moves his feet. Savvy enough as receiver to find open space between the linebackers. Gives good effort on special teams return and coverage units. Strong enough to fight through traffic to make a tackle and create an inside lane by taking his man out of the play.
Negatives: Only adequate height and build for a fullback, and would be little more than a short-yardage option as a tailback. Will get stood up in the hole and pushed back by bigger linebackers after initial hit. Not sudden in his movements, will be out-quicked at the second level by linebackers and safeties. Inexperienced as a receiver, with only 10 catches for 50 yards in the past two years due to Navy's run-oriented offense. Naval commitment will keep him out of the league for two years.
