Ryan Mallett was once considered a 2nd-Rounder - he still wonders why.
After the deluge turned into a trickle on the Patriots Draft Contacts front, there has finally been some new action worth reporting. According to ESPN.com, Ryan Mallett is visiting the Patriots for two days – this after hosting Jake Locker last week.
Cal RB Shane Vereen is rapidly becoming a favorite to be picked by the New England Patriots.
Patriots scouts have been busy the last couple of days, flying around the country to different college Pro Days to see some 2011 NFL Draft prospects up close and personal.
Will the Patriots add a Heisman Trophy Winner to offset their future losses at running back?
(This article was originally published on Patriots Insider)
While there is a healthy debate on the best prospect available for most positions in the 2011 NFL Draft, Alabama’s Mark Ingram has already wrapped up the title of “Best RB Available.”
Michael Floyd may have been the lone bright spot for Notre Dame last weekend.
Make sure you check out our full scouting report of the Pittsburgh/Miami game, where Patriots scouts were confirmed to be in attendance. Some very interesting prospects were on display, including a blue chip 5-tech defensive end that many feel would be a good fit in New England.
Will the Patriots add a Heisman Trophy Winner to offset their future losses at running back?
As the Greek philosopher Heraclitus said, “Everything gives way and nothing stays fixed.” The Patriots stable of running backs after the 2010 season will certainly prove that point.
QB / RB / FB / WR / TE / OT / OG / C/ DT / DE / HYB / OLB / ILB / CB / S / PK
Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama (Junior)
Height: 5’10″
Weight: 212
Projection: 1st Round
Last Updated: January 30th, 2011
Strengths:
Catches the ball well out of the backfield – Elite initial burst – Good field vision on finding cutback lanes – Doesn’t dance in the backfield – Has a 2nd gear – Doesn’t fumble the ball – Very powerful.
Weaknesses:
Struggles to retain balance after contact – Pass protection skills need polish – High mileage for a junior – Durability concern.
Combine:
2009 Stats:
6.1 average, 1658 yards, 17 TD’s, 32 receptions
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