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Topic subjectAndre Ellington, Clemson (5'9, 195)
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2125470, Andre Ellington, Clemson (5'9, 195)
Posted by will_5198, Mon Feb-04-13 01:39 PM
The rare case of a running back who benefited from returning to school. He's matured into the position and is a more consistent, well-rounded player. Mostly an outside speed back as an underclassmen, now he looks to cut inside first, showing much better lean and pad level. This year he took it a step further, breaking second level tackles that he never did before.

He's still retained his wiggle in the open field, with good burst and straight-line speed. It's just now those runs come naturally, instead of being forced. Solid receiver who will be fine for swing passes and screens. He does lack bulk, which may limit him some in the NFL. He's also a "whoops" blocker in pass protection: right assignment, wrong technique. He reaches at rushers and doesn't anchor with a strong base.

Best for zone blocking as a cutback runner, he's going to be a good value in the middle rounds.