2010 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Toby Gerhart

Strengths:

Very big frame

Excellent lower body strength

Powerful runner

Great vision; will identify cutbacks

Beautiful, quick footwork

Trucks on contact

Gives good second effort

Continues to pump feet on contact

Loves and engages contact

Terrific short-yardage runner

Highly competitive

Good character and work ethic

Can handle the load

Solid in pass protection with awareness

Weaknesses:

Average speed and athleticism

No agility or change of direction

Not elusive in open field – won’t avoid oncoming tacklers

Doesn’t have many moves outside of stiff arm

Easy cover on wheels and screens

Highly upright running style

Could be more patient

No second gear

Not a homerun threat

Not going to turn the corner at next level

Lacks upside

Mediocre ball security

Not convinced he can lead block

Summary: The thing that really concerns me with Gerhart outside of his limited physical tools is his running style. He is very up-and-down, and NFL linebackers are going to have a free shot at his legs, which means he is going to be easier to tackle in the pros than he was in college against small linebackers that play with poor technique. He doesn’t have the athleticism to be a No. 1 back, but he does have the skill to be an inside runner and end-zone threat for some team. Some might give him the Jerome Bettis comparison (that love him) and I see it a little bit, but ultimately I think there is a significant difference in talent level. Gerhart is a projected third- or fourth-round pick. A great Senior Bowl and a sub 4.5 40 could push him into late-second-round consideration.

Player Comparison: Ladell Betts. Perfect comparison. Betts is an inside, downhill runner with average athleticism.

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