*#22 *5-10 *212lbs *4.57/40 *2010/SR
RUNNING BACK
Strengths
He has to be one of the more unheralded talented running backs coming out in this years 2010 NFL Draft.
He possesses a good size/ measuarable combination with a sturdy phyiscal build to his frame. He has a distinct running style making him comparable to none. Originality can be a good thing.
He is a patient runner with good instincts. Displaying excellent balance, a low center of gravity, good vision, and cutback ability. He is a one cut runner who once he finds an opening explodes through the hole bringing a physical mentality to his teams running attack. Possessing exceptional feet, lateral movement, and strong shifty hips that makes him a handful for anyone to handle.
He displays the versatility to run effectively between the tackles and keeping defenses honest hitting the corners and bouncing it to the outside on defenses. He makes his bread and butter though as an inside runner. Exhibiting excellent leg drive, and the ability to consistently gain yardage after contact.
He shows no hesitation lowering a shoulder initiating first contact to oncoming defenders, and consistently gaining yards after contact (YAC). Frequently ending runs with a good forward lean after last contact from defenders. Which makes him an excellent candidate as an effective short yardage and goal line runner.
Once he breaks into the open his vision and quickness become very evident. Using his balance and fluid hips to throw defenders off balance on his way to gaining extra yardage upfield. Often times showing a surprising second gear keeping defenses on their heels
He is a reliable threat out of the backfield displaying effortless pass catching skills. Making a quick transition gaining valuable yardage upfield. His pass catching ability is an area of his game that went under utilized during his collegiate career. Adding value to his draft status and making him that much closer to becoming the total package.
Weaknesses
Lacks large body of production at collegiate level
Durability issues
Lacks true breakaway speed
Improved effectiveness avoiding defenders in space
Projected Round
Undrafted Free Agent
My Value Board
6th Round - Undrafted Free Agent
Summary
DaJuane would be most effective with a team dedicated to a physical ball control running game. He reminds me of current NFL running back "Shonn Greene" with his physical running style and ability to wear down defenses over the course of games. He gets stronger as the game moves along. Give him the ball!
BIO LINK
http://www.utrockets.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=94569&SPID=10708&DB_OEM_ID=18000&ATCLID=1479481
STATS LINK
http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=169440
VIDEO LINK
http://www.blinkx.com/video/dajuane-collins-td-run/nThNMVCvK5YhYEOd6OtOzg
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