UCLA RB Paul Perkins had a workout and coming in for visit

[RS12]

 

[RS12]

"Strengths - One of the top creators in the draft combining elite vision and a wicked jump-cut. Can disappear before tackler's eyes and put them on his highlight reel. Shows no directional tendencies with his cuts and can make defenders miss in tight quarters. Decisive when working between the tackles, but can bounce it when warranted. Flashes sudden, 1-cut ability on stretch plays. Stacks moves on moves. Reliable hands when asked to help in passing game. Willing to stick his nose in against the blitz.

Weaknesses - Smallish frame for the big-boy workload asked of him. Arm tackle attempts cause hiccup in his journey. Runs halted abruptly when tacklers square him up. Could be forced off field in short yardage spots. Missing NFL-caliber force to run through contact and fall forward. Limited to swings, screens and wheels as receiver. Lacked consistent play speed with his wheel routes. Might lack requisite sand in his pants to be counted on for NFL blitz pickup.


Bottom Line - If Perkins had more size and play strength to go with his elusiveness, we would be talking about whether he or Ezekiel Elliott would be the first running back off the board. While Perkins' tape is full of ankle-breaking cuts, his draft value will also be determined by his ability to protect the quarterback and stay on the field in short-yardage spots. If Perkins finds the right scheme and team fits for his talents, he could become a high-end committee back early on."

 

[Killerinstinct]

I have my eye on Perkins. I hope we get him.

 

[Gaede]

Big fan. I like the player and the bloodlines

 

[hendog]

Under rated I think. I'm a fan

 

[Sarge]

Very light on his feet. Quick. A little small though but me likey.

 

[morasp]

It's hard to teach elite vision. I like that he has ties to the Cowboys. Count me in if we take him.

 

[kazzd58]

mannnnnnn dude Cold!!!!

 

[Future]

Perkins is probably my favorite back in the draft, in terms of value. Great vision, lateral ability, and the ability to make guys miss in the open field are a lot more important, in this scheme, than explicit power. He would be an outstanding fit here.

 

[NorthwestDallas40]

I like him, but is there room for him and Dunbar on same active roster? Seem like similar skill sets

 

[Avery]

One guy who's an afterthough right now due is Devontae Booker. I'd love to snag him in round three.

 

[Hardline]

Barry Sanders 2.0

 

[AKATheRake]

This kids got juice.

Put 10 lbs on him and get him going.

Like the player a lot.

 

[jcollins28]

Extremely underrated. Would love to see Perk with the Cowboys.

 

[BoysWin]

My favorite RB pick. Any place in Rd 4 and this won't feel like we missed out on Zeke. Like this pick.

 

[stilltheguru88]

I like him, but is there room for him and Dunbar on same active roster? Seem like similar skill sets

Watch more carefully. Nothing alike. Hell be gone before our 4th round pick unfortunately.

 

[reddyuta]

I like him, but is there room for him and Dunbar on same active roster? Seem like similar skill sets

Is Dunbar even healthy? I just wish we would have got rid of him.I think he has been hurt every season he has played but we cant get rid of him.

 

[Gaede]

Dunbar should never be relied upon. He made a few nice plays but he's never proven himself indispensible

 

[vicjagger]

Very light on his feet. Quick. A little small though but me likey.

Is he smaller than Darren Sproles?

 

[stilltheguru88]

Is he smaller than Darren Sproles?

He's 5'10 210