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Grade
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  • 4.65 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 20 REPS
    Top Performer
  • 34.0 INCH
    Top Performer
  • 113.0 INCH
    Top Performer
  • 7.07 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 4.18 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 6'0" Height
  • 30 3/4" Arm Length
  • 212LBS. Weight
  • 9 1/4" Hands

Overview

Royster is Penn State's all-time leading rusher, but he lacks the explosiveness to be as effective at the next level. He shows the ability to consistently find running lanes and can make defenders miss in the hole. However, he lacks the breakaway speed and lateral agility to consistently pick up big chunks of yards. Also, he is not a very powerful runner and will not gain many yards after contact. Overall, Royster is a productive football player that does al l the little things well, and he could sneak into the second day of the draft.

Analysis

Strengths

Royster is tall with adequate bulk. Possesses very good vision and patience to read blocks and exploit cutback lanes. Shows good balance and runs through arm tackles. Smart player that sells play fakes and takes pride in blocking in pass protection. Extremely productive college player.

Weaknesses

Does not have the breakaway speed to turn the corner and he is not elusive enough in the open field to consistently make defenders miss. Runs a little high and lacks the power to be a strong runner between the tackles. Raw route runner with inconsistent hands that is not weapon out of the backfield.
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Grade Title Draft (Round) Description
96-100 Future Hall of Famer Top Pick A once-in-a-generation type prospect who could change how his position is played
85-95 Immediate Starter 1st An impact player with the ability/intangibles to become a Pro Bowl player. Expect to start immediately except in a unique situation (i.e. behind a veteran starter).
70-84 Eventual Starter 2nd-3rd A quality player who will contribute to the team early on and is expected to develop into a starter. A reliable player who brings value to the position.
50-69 Draftable Player 4th-7th A prospect with the ability to make team as a backup/role player. Needs to be a special teams contributor at applicable positions. Players in the high range of this category might have long-term potential.
20-49 Free Agent UDFA A player with solid measurables, intangibles, college achievements, or a developing skill that warrants an opportunity in an NFL camp. In the right situation, he could earn a place on a 53-man roster, but most likely will be a practice squad player or a camp body.
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