Sanders' 50-509-3 line was fueled by 8.2 yards per target, which was second best at the position. Looks like he's worked his way into a spot on Day 2 #Combine. Although not his primary skill set, he also became a decent pass catcher, as well, receiving 27 passes for an average gain of nearly 10 yards in the process. Well, his Penn State successor, Miles Sanders, opened eyes with his huge effort at the 2019 NFL scouting combine Friday in Indianapolis. That kind of production coupled with his 40-yard dash time makes Williams one of the top running backs in the NFL draft. A masterful returner, Tony Pollard spent three years as both a member of the Tigers’ special teams and went from a redshirt freshman to a star among the entire college world during his three-year stint with the Tigers. Although he was good his first two years at Texas A&M, Trayveon Williams broke out during his final year as a junior in 2018. The 5-11 Sanders weighed in at 211 pounds, about 22 pounds less than Barkley. Oklahoma teammate Kyler Murray could be the top pick in the NFL draft. "Well-built glider with the instincts, footwork and agility to shake tacklers but the frame and pad level to finish with some authority," NFL.com scout Lance Zierlein writes. Miles Sanders clocked a 4.5s 40, but his first 10 yards were faster than Saquon Barkley's 4.4s time from 2018. During his senior season, he showed up enough to become one of the best running backs in the Big Ten with his consistent play on offense. However, if he can adjust to the pro level, those concerns could prove to be unfounded. He wasn’t the Buckeyes’ top back last season; J.K. Dobbins was. Last season, Barkley "won" the NFL Combine with his jaw-dropping complete performance in Indianapolis highlighted by a 4.40 time in the 40. Projected to go in the middle rounds, many believe that he could work his way into an effective NFL player thanks to his size and his relentless, competitive play. They were Ohio State's Mike Weber, Penn State's Miles Sanders and Michigan State's L.J. Read exclusive stories only found here. Ohio State’s Mike Weber led the way with a 4.38. "He can clearly create yardage for himself, but he has average acceleration and might need to expedite his downhill process as a pro. With the fastest 40-yard dash time, Justice Hill’s ability to get down the field isn’t in question. The other impressive numbers for Sanders included a 36-inch vertical jump, a 10-4 broad jump and 20 reps of 225 pounds on the bench press. Projected to be an early round pick, teams are looking for Henderson to utilize his relentless speed in the backfield and across the offensive formations as he has a knack for explosive play and getting lots of yardage when he is given the opportunity to run the field. The time was good for a tie for fourth-best among running backs. So when he put on a show in Indianapolis, it didn’t qualify as a big surprise. Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission. ?? CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. It wasn’t until his second year that he began to show his skill at the offensive side of the ball. All rights reserved (About Us). “So smooth, yet explosive and (Sanders) caught the ball extremely well,’’ said Jeremiah, the NFL Network’s combine analyst who singled out Sanders as the top performer in the running back group. The coaches also liked how he looked in the field work. 2 among all running backs in the NFL draft. Ever wondered who would win a footrace between Miles Sanders and former Penn State All-American Saquon Barkley? He was a phenomenal dual-threat running back who performed best in some of PSU’s toughest games. (Via @NFL)pic.twitter.com/k0rng3DBsD. One source ranks him No. Subscribe to PennLive. Miles Sanders, Penn St.: 4.49 seconds (TIE) After securing his starting spot during his final year as a Nittany Lion, Miles Sanders made headlines. Sanders is more skilled than explosive, but he has the size and talent to develop into a future starter with every-down potential. © Copyright 2020 Endgame360 Inc. All Rights Reserved. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Although a player’s speed is not a complete litmus test for their overall talent, speed can be the difference between a player of a similar skill set getting drafted lower, higher, or not at all. He was one of the best rushers in college football with 1,760 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns. Kamara, who was roughly the same size as Barkey, coming out of Tennessee, was picked in the third round. Miles Sanders with a STRONG 4.50u 40-yard dash! Miles Sanders, Penn State, 4.49. He became one of three rookies in NFL history to top the 2,000-yard mark, joining Eric Dickerson and Edgerrin James. Miles Sanders vs Saquon Barkley at the combine. Hill probably won’t be picked in the first round, but he has a chance to be selected later in the draft. He was his team’s most consistent rusher during a season in which he proved to be one of the best offensive players in the entire Big Ten. However, concerns about his small size and lack of poise make him a middle round prospect who will need to earn his spot on an NFL roster. As a freshman, he got more run as a defensive player, amassing eight tackles in the process. © 2005-2020 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Sanders might be a steal whenever he’s picked. A year after Barkley ran a 4.40 40-yard dash at the combine, Sanders was clocked at 4.45. Projected to be a middle-round selection, Karan played four years at Michigan and showed a knack for growth each year. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Almost a full year later, Barkley was named the 2018 NFL Rookie of the Year. “He looks terrific, for sure,”, chimed in Eisen, who wondered if Sanders’ breakout performance at the combine made him similar to future New Orleans Saints’ star Alvin Kamara, a runner who was not picked in the first round. Although he is still raw, many believe that Homer could be a steal in the middle rounds if he can reach his true potential. Well, his Penn State successor, Miles Sanders, opened eyes with his huge effort at the 2019 NFL scouting combine Friday in Indianapolis. Still, teams are worried about his character issues, and some believe that he may go undrafted. He finished the season with nearly 1,200 yards rushing and 10 touchdowns. That’s not to say that he isn’t skilled, however. Sanders, considered mileage option with less than 300 career carries in Happy Valley, is a likely early-round selection hoping to separate from other ballcarriers this weekend in Indianapolis.