Jay Ajayi RB Boise State #27
Wt: 216
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Size/Athleticism: Nice blend of size and athleticism but doesn’t stand out in either area. Very average in terms of his physical traits.
Vision: Probably his best asset. Shows the ability to see holes as they open up and also the patience to wait for his blockers.
Power: Adequate size but limited power. Does not appear to have the leg strength to really push the pile.
Speed/Agility: Speed is average. Not really a home run threat, but has enough to get to the edge and break off some longer runs. Lacks acceleration hitting holes. Shows great balance and vision weaving through traffic, but does not have the burst to explode through the hole once it opens up. Plays with excellent balance and has quick feet and fluid hips and ankles to weave through traffic at the line of scrimmage and make defenders miss in tight spaces.
Passing Game: Played a major role in Boise’s passing game, hauling in 50 catches. Shows reliable hands and is capable of concentrating in traffic to make the tough catches. Average blocking skills. Could improve his awareness as a blocker.
Intangibles: Arrested for shoplifting in 2011. Born in England, father from Nigeria but moved in US in 2000. Played a lot of soccer growing up, and at one point considered moving back to England to focus on a soccer career.
Durability: Suffered torn ACL in 2011.
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Overview: Ajayi reminds me of a smaller version of Eddie Lacy. His basic physical traits are limited—he’s very average in terms of size speed—but he makes up for it with patience, vision and incredibly quick feet. He’s at his best running up the middle, not because of his power, but because of his ability to make guys miss in tight spaces. He may not look like a future star, but definitely has starter potential.
