Josh Fields RB UTEP Draft Profile

Strengths

• Not the biggest, strongest or fastest but does enough with preparation and instincts to get a look. Not big or tenacious as a blocker in the passing game.
• Shows a surprising burst to beat linebackers to the edge. Can plant his foot in the ground and explode, showing better straight-line speed than expected.
• Does not possess top breakaway speed, though he's rarely caught from behind.
• Not truly explosive, but possesses enough speed to beat linebacker to the edge.
• Compact build with a thick upper body and leg strength. Runs hard and with balance, is a patient runner who makes subtle, energetic cuts to make up for his modest explosiveness.

Weaknesses

• Goes down too easily upon contact and needs to do a better job staying on his feet and anticipating hits. Needs to be more of a finisher and run with more purpose and determination.
• Lacks a true burst through the hole and elite speed to break away or get to the corner against NFL defenses.
• Lacks size to be a true power back, will not move piles at the next level.
• Inconsistent breaking tackles and lacks elite speed. Too often bounces plays outside looking for the home run. Doesn't play with consistent focus or physicality.
• Offers little in pass protection and poor technique cut blocking, fails to do more than slow down blitzers by laying down in front of them.

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