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86780, Virginia Tech vs. Georgia Tech
Posted by will_5198, Sat Nov-06-10 12:33 PM
QB Tyrod Taylor, Virginia Tech (6'1, 210) -- He's short, probably more so than listed, and you can tell he has trouble when passing lanes are clogged by linemen. Aside from one pass he skipped to the sideline, he showed off impressive arm strength with an effortless delivery -- not to mention accuracy over the middle and leading receivers in the flats. The interception in the end-zone was a horrible play, one where Taylor could have easily ran (despite the double spies) but wanted to "be a quarterback" and make a throw from the pocket. When you can out-run linebackers, don't take away one of your greatest strengths in that situation. Possibly a developmental back-up.

RB Ryan Williams, Virginia Tech (5'10, 202) -- He's been hurt almost the entire year. Although he's unlikely to declare, I like him as a cutback runner (even better if your offensive line zone blocks) whose vision and elusiveness to make up for his average power. Solid hands as well.

WR Jarrett Boykin, Virginia Tech (6'2, 215) -- Hokie receivers often turn out better as pros than in college, for whatever that's worth. This one has a good size / speed ratio with some tackle-breaking ability after the catch. Sometimes he makes spectacular grabs in traffic, other times he fights the ball. Kind of a third receiver type who would play on the outside.

RB Anthony Allen, Georgia Tech (6'0, 229) -- Basically a fullback in college, and I can see him staying there in the NFL. Unlike other college backs who are converted out of necessity, Allen is used to lead blocking for Nesbitt and lining up shallow behind the line of scrimmage. Anyway, as a runner he has a short, quick stride and good leg drive. He's got a strong build that's mostly lean (hard to mention that without sounding gay...not that there's anything wrong with that ©) and can handle a beating. Probably will run a 4.6 next spring and get taken in the middle rounds. Sammy Morris.

CB Mario Butler, Georgia Tech (6'1, 184) -- He wasn't very fluid out of his backpedal when playing three-deep or quarters, but looked a hell of a lot better in run-and-follow man coverage. Long arms let him break up a pair of crossing routes beautifully.