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Mike Goodson

  • Height:
    6'0"
  • Weight:
    208 lbs.
  • College:
    Texas A&M
  • Conference:
    Big 12
  • Hometown:
    Klein, TX
  • High School:
    Collins

Goodson looked like one of college football's rising stars in 2006, using his speed and elusiveness to rush for 949 yards and win Big 12 Freshman of the Year in his first season in College Station. He also flashed big-time talent in his sophomore year as part of a three-back rotation (711 rushing yards, 36 catches for 361 yards, eight total touchdowns).


His 2008 role was limited, however, by injuries and good talent in the backfield. Goodson managed only 406 yards on 94 rushes, but he did catch 37 balls for 386 yards and three touchdowns.


Goodson's versatility and excellent speed give him the tools to be an impact player in the NFL, but with reports about frosty relationships with both the current and former A&M coaching staffs, some scouts wonder if his immaturity is worth the gamble. Had an arm span of 32 1/4 inches and a hand span of 9 7/8 inches at the combine.


Positives: Lean, athletic build, but one that seems better suited to wide receiver in the NFL. Rare speed and agility. Quick to and through the hole. Can make defenders miss in tight spaces and flashes exceptional elusiveness in the open field. Rare balance and the ability to cut at top speed in either direction. Experienced receiver out of the backfield. Runs with functional power, despite less than ideal strength, as he keeps his legs churning and spins out of tackles. A threat to go the distance every time he has the ball in his hands. Lacks experience as a special teams returner, but has the potential to be a standout in this area -- much like former Aggie Dante Hall. Negatives: Lacks the bulk to be an every-down back. Marginal leg drive for short-yardage situations. Undeniable athleticism, but Goodson's production dropped in each of his three seasons with the Aggies -- and it can't be blamed on just touches as his yards per carry also dropped each year. Legitimate intangible red flags regarding his struggles to coexist with former Texas A&M head coach R.C. Slocum and his staff, as well as current head coach Mike Sherman and his staff, especially considering that Sherman publicly touted Goodson as the player the offense would be centered around when he took the position. Scouts will also question Goodson's toughness after he missed time with sprains in his neck, groin and right knee since last spring.