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Scouting report: LeSean McCoy

LeSean McCoy

5'11, 210 pounds | Pittsburgh | Running back

Strengths:
McCoy is a good all-around back who has the speed and shiftiness of a good back and plus receiving skills for the position. McCoy's best tool is his quickness. He uses it bust a run outside or inside without losing speed. Played mostly in one-back formations, which forced him to follow blockers or make space with his moves. An exceptional cut-back runner. Good hands in the receiving game. Also knows how to run good routes and will be an asset on screen passes.

Weaknesses: Needs to get stronger. McCoy often tries to go off tackle instead of just charging up the middle to get the tough yards. Has to hold the ball tighter to avoid fumbling. Likes to cutback a lot but doesn't have the greatest quickness so this area of his game may translate poorly to the next level. Has to be taught how to block better.

Final word: McCoy is a shifty and strong running back. Although he maybe should have returned for his senior year, he can start in the NFL immediately. Easily the top player in Pittsburgh's offense, McCoy often saw eight-man fronts and still excelled. Strong receiving skills will make McCoy a sound every-down back.

Round projection: 1

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Dan

whats your take on McCoy’s running mate at Pitt, LaRod Stephens-Howling?

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by Terry on Feb 13, 2009 3:36 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Nice college back, probably won’t make it in the NFL. He’ll get a camp invite, but he’s just way too small. He’ll probably come in at about 5’6, 180 and doesn’t necessarily have Darren Sproles-like ability.

by Mocking Dan on Feb 14, 2009 8:07 AM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Dan, what's your opinion on Wisconsin's PJ Hill?

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Big Snack, Silverback, take the Dawg Pound's Bone, the Black and Gold sent the Brownies crying home.

by HighSchoolSteeler on Feb 22, 2009 11:00 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

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