Ep. 526 - 2024 Rookie Running Back Breakdowns - Pt. 4
Mar 21, 2024
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Rich Dotson, Matt O'Hara, Garret Price, and Jared Wackerly analyze rookie running backs like Blake Corum, Marshawn Lloyd, and Will Shipley, discussing their potential, playing styles, and dynasty values. They offer insights on strengths, weaknesses, and fantasy football potential, comparing these prospects to established NFL talents like Jonathan Taylor and Breece Hall.
Blake Corum's potential success in the NFL depends on his landing spot and role, offering mid-range to low-end fantasy value.
Marshawn Lloyd stands out as a versatile three-down back prospect with second-round NFL draft projections and high fantasy value potential.
Isaiah Davis' NFL future may hinge on adapting his game to fit a specific role due to limited agility and pass-catching abilities.
Deep dives
Blake Corum, Michigan Running Back
Blake Corum, a running back from Michigan, showcased his skills with impressive statistics, including 1,245 rushing yards and 27 touchdowns in 15 games. While some analysts have high expectations for him, highlighting his lateral agility, contact balance, and vision, others question his long-term success in the NFL due to his lack of standout qualities like exceptional speed or elusiveness. Depending on the team he ends up with and his role, he could be a mid-range to low-end running back option for fantasy football teams, with potential relevance if utilized correctly in the right system.
Marshawn Lloyd, USC Running Back
Marshawn Lloyd, a running back from USC, has garnered attention for his all-around game, combining power, speed, and elusiveness. Despite past injury concerns and average past protection skills, Lloyd's strengths lie in his vision, tackle-breaking ability, and contact balance. He earned high praise for his performance, standing out as a potential three-down back with the ability to contribute immediately. Projected to be drafted in the second round of the NFL, he is seen as a valuable asset in fantasy leagues, offering a blend of short-term productivity and future trade value.
Isaiah Davis, South Dakota State Running Back
Isaiah Davis, a running back from South Dakota State, demonstrated proficiency against lower-level competition, showcasing his size and power. While dominating in college, he lacks fluidity and agility, making him more suited for a role like a goal-line back or potentially transitioning to a fullback position in the NFL. With limited versatility and pass-catching abilities, Davis may struggle to find a significant role in the league, unless circumstances align favorably for him in terms of team needs and depth charts.
Evaluation of Running Back Prospect with Limited Upside
A thorough assessment of a running back prospect highlighted his limitations, lacking notable skills such as power, speed, and tackle-breaking ability. Despite displaying some moments of effectiveness, the overall assessment pointed to inconsistency and underwhelming performances. The prospect's lack of standout attributes and questionable potential for success in the NFL raised concerns among evaluators.
Analysis of Another Running Back Prospect with PPR Upside
Delving into the evaluation of a different running back prospect revealed contrasting insights, emphasizing his potential in a pass-catching role due to his strong performance in the receiving game. Despite shortcomings in traditional running back skills like power and tackle-breaking ability, this prospect's aptitude for route running and elusiveness in open field positions him as a valuable asset in PPR formats. The analysis underscored the significance of scheme fit and draft capital in unlocking the prospect's fantasy football potential.
Rich Dotson (@DynastyRich), Matt O'Hara (@DynastyMatt), Garret Price (@DynastyPrice), and Jared Wackerly (@JaredWackerly) are back with part four of our 2024 rookie running back breakdowns. This episode focuses on the fourth batch of rookie running backs, offering in-depth looks into the potential, playing styles, and dynasty values of:
Blake Corum - Michigan
Marshawn Lloyd - USC
Isaiah Davis - South Dakota State
Will Shipley - Clemson
Cody Schrader - Missouri
Miyan Williams - Ohio State
Whether you're prepping for a rookie draft or just eager to get a jump on this 2024 NFL Draft class, this episode is your guide to some of the most intriguing running backs entering the dynasty scene. Get ahead of your competition with our expert insights and analysis!
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