Running back Ellis Merriweather is UMass‘ sole NFL Draft prospect looking to make his name known during the three-day event. His scouting report provides some insight as to whether or not that might come to fruition.
UMass 2023 NFL Draft Scouting Reports
Ellis Merriweather, RB
Strengths: Nice-sized ball carrier who was moderately productive in college. Patiently waits for blocks to develop and keeps his feet moving. Strong and picks up yardage off initial contact. Runs hard on the inside and falls forward when tackled. Displays blocking vision and stays with assignments. Sells ball fakes.
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Weaknesses: Possesses a minimal burst and limited quickness. Takes his eyes off the ball as a pass catcher, which leads to drops.
Overall: Merriweather comes with solid size as well as speed and offers possibilities as a short-yardage ball carrier. However, he is a bit one-dimensional.