2012

Strengths: Hard-nosed runner Good pad level Can handle a large amount of carries More power than one expects Quick to the hole Vision Downhill runner Breaks a lot of tackles Finishes his runs well Running instincts Good blocking potential for blitz pickup Nice body lean Runs behind his pads Showed receiving skills at the Combine…

Strengths: Special pass-rusher Powerful bull rush Natural pad level Tremendous leverage as a pass-rusher Able to sink his hips/shoulder to get leverage on tackles Nice repertoire of moves Ready to play immediately in the NFL Has the strength to anchor and hold his ground vs. the run Physical run defender who holds the edge Can…

Strengths: Physical corner Cover corner who rarely allows separation Excellent tackler Hard hitter Can run with receivers in and out of breaks Fast feet Can quickly flip his hips to turn and run Athletic Agile Can play bump-and-run Body control Can turn and run with receivers on deep routes Intelligent about when he initiates contact…

By Tank Carder, as told to Charlie Campbell – @draftcampbell WalterFootball.com is proud to introduce our 2012 NFL Draft Diary with TCU linebacker Tank Carder. Throughout the draft process, Tank will be sharing his experience with the readers of WalterFootball.com. Tank will hit on the East-West Shrine Game experience, team interviews, the NFL Scouting Combine,…

Tank Carder 2012 NFL Draft Diary: Pro Day Workout By Tank Carder, as told to Charlie Campbell – @draftcampbell WalterFootball.com is proud to introduce our 2012 NFL Draft Diary with TCU linebacker Tank Carder. Throughout the draft process, Tank will be sharing his experience with the readers of WalterFootball.com. Tank will hit on the East-West…

Strengths: Phenomenal hands Excellent size Superb route-runner Knows the route tree from every receiver position Dangerous with ball in his hands Picks up yards after the catch Quickness Great body control Very good working the middle of the field Versatile athlete, lots of carries at running back Physical with cornerbacks Is a red-zone weapon Great…

Strengths: Overwhelms defensive linemen at the point of attack Great athlete for such a large lineman Powerful run blocker Solid run-blocking technique Mobile to hit blocks on edge, second level Has real quickness Good length Long arms (35 3/4 inches) Knee bend Wide base Recoverability Potential to improve his pass protection in the NFL Impossible…