Grade
5.1 ?4.48 SEC
Top Performer19 REPS
Top Performer38.0 INCH
Top Performer121.0 INCH
Top Performer7.07 SEC
Top Performer4.46 SEC
Top Performer11.50 SEC
Top Performer
Blue Star = Top Performer
- 6'1" Height
- 33 1/4" Arm Length
- 218LBS. Weight
- 9 3/8" Hands
Overview
Father, George, was a defensive back in the NFL from 1968-1979 for the Oakland Raiders and Denver Broncos. Atkinson's twin brother, Josh, is currently on the Notre Dame team. Spent three seasons as the team's primary kick returner. Carried the ball 10-plus times only three times in college career. 2013: Played in 12 games and made four starts. 2012: Played in 12 games. 2011: Played in all 13 games.
Analysis
Weaknesses
Has an upright, linear running style -- exposes himself to some violent hits. Does not convert speed to power. Gears down to cut. Struggles to create on his own. Limited elusiveness and tackle-breaking ability -- too often grounded by the first tackler or ankle tackles. Crude eyes and instincts. Head-scratching career production. Has underachiever traits. Competitiveness and coachability need to be looked into.Bottom Line
A height-weight-speed prospect who slid down the depth chart as a junior, Atkinson made a premature jump to the NFL knowing he likely would have been behind underclassmen had he returned as a senior. Is not a natural running back, but has raw tools to warrant consideration as a developmental, one-cut slasher. Better tester than football player.
C
| Grade | Title |
|---|---|
| 9.00-10 | Once-in-lifetime player |
| 8.00-8.99 | Perennial All-Pro |
| 7.50-7.99 | Future All-Pro |
| 7.00-7.49 | Pro Bowl-caliber player |
| 6.50-6.99 | Chance to become Pro Bowl-caliber player |
| 6.00-6.49 | Should become instant starter |
| 5.50-5.99 | Chance to become NFL starter |
| 5.20-5.49 | NFL backup or special teams potential |
| 5.01-5.19 | Better-than-average chance to make NFL roster |
| 5.00 | 50-50 Chance to make NFL roster |
| 4.75-4.99 | Should be in an NFL training camp |
| 4.50-4.74 | Chance to be in an NFL training camp |
| No Grade | Likely needs time in developmental league. |
