Ravens take RB Javorius Allen in 4th round
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The Baltimore Ravens have added some competition in their offensive backfield, selecting running back Javorius Allen out of USC in the fourth round of the 2015 NFL Draft.
Coming off a highly productive 1,489-yard junior season in college, Allen should compete with Lorenzo Taliaferro for a rotational role behind returning starter and 2014 breakout star Justin Forsett.
Javorius Allen Bio
Position: RB
School: USC
College Experience: Redshirt Junior
Height: 6-0
Weight: 221 lbs.
Age: 23
Combine Results
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| 40-yd Dash | 4.53 sec |
| Bench Press | 11 reps |
| Vertical Jump | 35.5 inches |
| Broad Jump | 121 inches |
| 3-Cone Drill | 6.96 sec |
| 20-yd Shuttle | 4.28 sec |
Strengths
- Good size and timed speed.
- Accelerates to top speed quickly. Projects best in a one-cut zone blocking scheme.
- Cuts suddenly, occasionally leaving defenders grasping at air.
- Very adept as a receiver. Produced more yards per route run than any back in his draft class. [Pro Football Focus]
Weaknesses
- Limited athleticism and vision.
- Doesn't use his size to his advantage. Runs like a smaller player.
- Poor at running through contact. Too often decelerates ahead of contact and goes down at first touch.
- Questionable toughness. Very poor when engaging defenders as a pass blocker.
- Occasional lapses in concentration.