NFLDraft101: Charles Scott (LSU) NFL Draft Scouting Report

Charles Scott
NFL Draft Scouting Report

Running Backs

LSU


College Position: Running Backs
School: LSU
Grade: Senior
Height: 6-0
Weight: 233
Birthdate: 08-08-1988
Draft Projection: Seventh
Overall Rank: Unranked
NFL Draft Position (Rank): Running Backs (16)

Draft Result

Drafted in the 2010 Draft by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 6th round with the #31 pick.
Powerful runner who had 18 TDs in 2008 but struggled with injuries and inconsistency in 2009.

Strengths

  • Tough, physical interior runner who breaks tackles and is a load to bring down
  • Shows good instincts and vision
  • Has good footwork and elusiveness for a big guy
  • Projects as a power back in a two back system
  • Was considered a 1st/2nd round pick entering the 2009 season who could be a nice sleeper pick
   

Weaknesses

  • Struggled mightily during his senior season before suffering a broken collarbone
  • There are some concerns about his weight
  • Has had minimal impact as a receiver
  • Not known for his speed and is not a big play threat
  • Struggled vs. top competition

News

2010 NFL Draft Grades: NFC East - Apr 29 (Chris Maier)
2010 NFL Scouting Combine Buzz: QB, RB, and WR - Feb 28 (Chris Maier)
Conference Previews:SEC - Jul 28 (Josh Moellman)
Heisman Watch:Wide Receivers - Jul 9 (Josh Moellman)
2010 NFL Draft: Top 10 RB Prospects - Jun 13 (Dan Wernery)
2009 NFL Mock Draft (Early Season version) - Sep 22 (Dan Wernery)

Mock Draft Results

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