Seahawks add RB Alex Collins to intriguing young backfield

The Seattle Seahawks have selected running back Alex Collins out of Arkansas in the fifth round of the 2016 NFL Draft.

Collins joins fellow rookie running back C.J. Prosise, whom the Seahawks drafted in the third round, as part of an intriguing young backfield that already includes Thomas Rawls.

Rawls is the presumed starter this season, but he's coming off a major leg injury and it's possible the Seahawks aren't certain he will be fully healthy by the regular season.

Former Seahawks starter Marshawn Lynch announced his retirement earlier this offseason.

Alex Collins Bio

Position: RB
School: Arkansas
College Experience: Junior
Height: 5-10
Weight: 217 lbs.

Strengths

• Was highly productive at Arkansas, joining Herschel Walker and Darren McFadden as the only players in SEC history to rush for 1,000 yards in three straight seasons.
• Powerful runner who's able to break through tackles and fight for extra yards.
• Has the foot quickness and agility to avoid being brought down in the backfield.
• Changes direction well.
• Displays impressive explosiveness and burst, and is able to get to his top speed quickly.
• Patient. Will wait for blocks to develop.
• Has experience playing in zone, gap, and power run schemes.

Weaknesses

• Some ball-security issues, as he had 16 career fumbles at Arkansas.
• Unproven as a pass-catcher (27 receptions for 167 yards).
• Only one season of starting experience.
• Needs to improve his technique in pass protection.

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