*#31 *5-10 *224lbs *4.58/40 *2010/SR
RUNNING BACK
Strengths
He is the type of running back that thrives running between the tackles. And whose tough physical running style becomes more effectiveness as the game moves along.
He possesses a strong and sturdy build to his frame. An ideal stature for the physical running style he delivers to opponents.
His running style dictates best success lining up in an I-formation with a lead blocker. Since he is most effective running between the tackles with his shoulders squared up and parallel to the line of scrimmage. The I-formation would be ideal since he is already lined up running straight ahead and parallel to the line of scrimmage. This formation would also allow him to run the ball more consistently with power.
For a runner his size he displays quick light feet. Which allows him to pick and slide from hole to hole, and utilize his instinctive hop jump to assist finding daylight. He is both instinctive and effective reading blocking angles, and running between the tackles. He then shows good quickness and explosion into the hole once he discovers daylight.
He has a similar body type and running style as current NFL Running Back "Tim Hightower". He is a classic north and south downhill runner. Who runs the ball with authority. Many times initiating first contact and delivering blows to defenders. He frequently gains yards after contact, with his strong lower body and leg strength. He is tough to knock off his feet with a low center of gravity, and excellent balance. And he finishes off runs effectively with good body lean, and consistently leaning forward after last contact.
His running style consistently has him moving piles forward. Then add in the physical attributes he brings to the table, and he would be an excellent candidate as a short yardage, and goal line runner at the next level.
He shows good versatility as a threat out of the backfield as an effective pass catcher. He is a natural hands catcher who adjust well to balls thrown outside the box of his body. He then displays quick transition time catching balls and getting upfield.
He shows a willingness to block whenever required. He does so with an aggressive mentality, and initiating first contact to defenders. He shows good timing, awareness, adjustment to, and effort when it comes to containing his man.
Weaknesses
Limited production as collegiate
Limited effectiveness running between the tackles (lacks fluid hips, and elusiveness to consistently avoid defenders)
Unknown effectiveness as lead blocker
Lacks ideal second gear or long speed
Lacks the quickness to consistently hit the corners of defenses
Questionable durability since never carried the load over a sustained period over his collegiate career
Projected Round
Undrafted Free Agent
My Value Board
Mid 5th The only reason I have him going this late is due to lack of opportunity & then production. Considerably drops draft value.
Summary
He is a runner who needed someone to tell him you are our bell cow. Because everything about him dictates he could be a 20+ carry runner in the right downhill ball control offense at the next level. Some team will find them an excellent complimentary running back. Who could fill in and be the main guy ala Tim Hightower.
BIO LINK
http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/mtt/nance_dimitri00.html
STATS LINK
http://espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=183321
VIDEO LINK
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=DIMITRI+NANCE+arizona+state&search_type=&aq=f
(his footage starts at 7:00 - 7:45 time mark)
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