Dec 27, 2014; San Diego, CA, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers player Ameer Abdullah (8) jumps over Southern California Trojans cornerback Josh Shaw (6) in the fourth quarter in the 2014 Holiday Bowl at Qualcomm Stadium. USC won 45-42. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
The draft process for an NFL team is a long and tedious one. Scouts keep their eyes peeled on college players year round even though the actual hype begins shortly after the NFL’s regular season ends. We are headed into full blown draft season, an exciting time that reaches its peak when teams are officially on the clock beginning April 30th.
This year we are tracking every player that the Baltimore Ravens talk to or reportedly show interest in. Whether it be a workout, interview, team visit, or simply a rumored bit of interest, we are going to cover them all. We’ll take a look at each prospect and discuss whether or not that particular player might represent a good pick for the Ravens.
Nebraska running back Ameer Abdullah was a yardage and touchdown machine throughout his high school and college career. After racking up 28 touchdowns in his senior year of high school, Abdullah was the first Nebraska running back to record 100 yards rushing in his first five starts since 1994. As a junior, he racked up 1,690 yards on the ground with 9 touchdowns. He also topped 100 yards rushing in 11 of 13 games.
Ameer Abdullah has NFL caliber burst and acceleration and is a decisive runner with great drive who finishes his runs. He is patient and exhibits excellent vision, but is also dangerous around the edges. He does not waste time dancing around and is highly unpredictable with his cuts. As a pass catcher, Abdullah hasn’t dropped a ball in two seasons. He he has a high football I.Q. and received one of the highest character grades of draft eligible player this year.
For all of his outstanding traits, Abdullah is a bit light at 195 pounds. He had some issues in pass protection as a result, and some major ball security issues as well, fumbling 13 times in four seasons. These concerns may cause Abdullah to fall a bit in the draft, but his high character grade is sure to help him in the interview process. Abdullah is often compared to Andre Ellington for his hard charging style but smallish frame.
Ameer Abdullah is a great kid with first round talent but second round size. Do you think the Ravens should go after him in the draft?
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