Shane Vereen of California ~ 5.10/205
"Possesses good enough size to run the ball effectively in between the tackles, but is also dynamic enough to strike for the big play once he gets into the second level.
One of the better junior backs in the country who has the ability to create plays in both the run and pass game in the NFL."
One of the better junior backs in the country who has the ability to create plays in both the run and pass game in the NFL."
"Vereen runs tough, shows a burst through the hole and plays with good amount of quickness. He runs low to the ground getting lost behind blockers, is a solid receiver out of the backfield that nicely adjusts to the errant throw and helps out as a return specialist."
"Positives: Above average speed, can get to the corner... Very stout build... Does a great job holding onto the football... Versatile player who can contribute in a number of ways... Surprisingly strong, runs through a good amount of arm tackles... Runs very low to the ground... Has a good center of gravity, hard to bring down... Gets a lot of comparisons to Ray Rice for his size and style of play... Patient runner, waits for his blockers... Good hands out of the backfield... Runs excellent routes, has run plays out of the slot before... Cal has produced a number of early round running backs (JJ Arrington, Marshawn Lynch, Justin Forsett, Jahvid Best)... An explosive kick returner... Solid north/south runner who prefers to get up field than dance around.
Negatives: Still rather small for an NFL back... Doesn't run over people, slips through holes and arm tackles but can be dragged down rather easily by larger defenders... Not a big play threat, only has two carries this season that have gone over 20 yards... Decent in pass protection, but is usually running routes on passing downs... Tore his quadriceps in high school, played 2009 with a torn meniscus... Likely slated to be a change-of-pace back in the NFL, will not be a workhorse."
Negatives: Still rather small for an NFL back... Doesn't run over people, slips through holes and arm tackles but can be dragged down rather easily by larger defenders... Not a big play threat, only has two carries this season that have gone over 20 yards... Decent in pass protection, but is usually running routes on passing downs... Tore his quadriceps in high school, played 2009 with a torn meniscus... Likely slated to be a change-of-pace back in the NFL, will not be a workhorse."
"If Shane Vereen is not being overshadowed by another running back on his own team, he is being overshadowed by more dynamic rushers up the coast in the Pac-10. In 2008 and 2009, Vereen was primarily a backup to eventual first round draft pick Jahvid Best. As a freshman, Vereen still received 142 carries and he made the most of those opportunities. He also proved to be a very capable pass catcher out of the backfield from day one. In 2009, due to an injury to Best, Vereen led the team with 952 yards on 183 carries and continued to catch a couple passes per game out of the backfield and ended up with 14 total touchdowns on the season.
Heading into 2010 the question was how would Vereen perform without Best? Through eight games the answer is a good one. On 142 carries, Vereen has totaled 774 yards and ten touchdowns. He has also caught 16 passes for 172 yards and three more touchdowns. However, his impressive streak of 34 consecutive passes with a catch ended earlier this season.
If Vereen is not carrying the bulk of the rushing load (which he would not likely do in the NFL), he could also be a kick returner. He played that role for the Golden Bears in 2009 while he was splitting carries with Best and did quite well. Vereen will not be the fastest or strongest running back in this class if he opts to go pro early, but he is a well balanced back who brings a lot to the table. Right now he is likely a second or third round selection, but his balanced rushing style will be very appealing to some NFL teams."
Heading into 2010 the question was how would Vereen perform without Best? Through eight games the answer is a good one. On 142 carries, Vereen has totaled 774 yards and ten touchdowns. He has also caught 16 passes for 172 yards and three more touchdowns. However, his impressive streak of 34 consecutive passes with a catch ended earlier this season.
If Vereen is not carrying the bulk of the rushing load (which he would not likely do in the NFL), he could also be a kick returner. He played that role for the Golden Bears in 2009 while he was splitting carries with Best and did quite well. Vereen will not be the fastest or strongest running back in this class if he opts to go pro early, but he is a well balanced back who brings a lot to the table. Right now he is likely a second or third round selection, but his balanced rushing style will be very appealing to some NFL teams."
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Shane Vereen offers a tremendous combination of Power, Quickness, and Speed. He'd be wise, indeed, to come out this year, in a Running Back Field that is short on Full Service Backs!!
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