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Grade
52.5 ?
  • 4.76 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 19 REPS
    Top Performer
  • 30.5 INCH
    Top Performer
  • 110.0 INCH
    Top Performer
  • 5'11" Height
  • 32" Arm Length
  • 219LBS. Weight
  • 9 1/2" Hands

Overview

Tyler had an up-and-down senior season at USC, which was really a microcosm of his career with the Trojans. He started the year suspended because of an off-field incident in the summer, and then came back to start for the Trojans until he began splitting time with a younger running back. Marc is the son of Wendell Tyler, former UCLA Bruin and L.A. Ram. Marc is a big back who runs with power but also displays finesse in his game. He will need to play special teams to make it early on in his NFL career, but a team could take a shot on him in late rounds to come in and compete for a backup position.

Analysis

Strengths

Tyler is a natural runner who has vision once he gets through the hole. He understands how to keep defenders off him; Marc is a natural with deciding when to side-step and when to run with power. He is a good runner between the tackles and can use his leg strength to drive through tackles. He is deceptively shifty in the open field and can make people miss. In the passing game, he understands how to run routes effectively. He works well as an emergency option when plays break down. He has natural hands and is willing to step in front of linebackers when pass protecting.

Weaknesses

Marc was running at a different speed in the past year. He has constantly dealt with keeping his weight down, and it can effect his movements at times. He doesn't display much of a burst, whether it be coming through the hole or trying to get the edge. He is a smooth mover but has a difficult time getting up to full speed. He will never be a threat to take it the distance.
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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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