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Finding Broncos: J.K. Dobbins, RB, Ohio State | How he Fits, Where he Goes

Finding Broncos scouts the 2020 NFL Draft class to find the best Mile High fits. What's the scoop on J.K. Dobbins and how would he fit in Denver?
Finding Broncos: J.K. Dobbins, RB, Ohio State | How he Fits, Where he Goes
Finding Broncos: J.K. Dobbins, RB, Ohio State | How he Fits, Where he Goes

Measurements

Height: 5-foot-9 (19th percentile)

Weight: 209 (34th)

Arms: 29-3/4 inches (12th)

Hands: 9-1/2 inches (68th)

Combine Results

Bench Press (225 lbs): 23 reps (78th percentile)

Stats

Pros

  • Good build on a compact frame
  • Willing blocker
  • Runs low
  • Stays squared to the line
  • Showed up when needed
  • Played through being banged up
  • Has good vision at second level
  • Runs solid routes
  • Finishes his runs by delivering a pop
  • Can slip by defenders
  • Showed bell-cow ability with consistent production
  • Can make tight cuts to get upfield
  • Doesn’t get cute as a runner
  • Routes have plenty of potential
  • Can sell the slip-screen

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Cons

  • Could be looser
  • Not much wiggle
  • The vision between the tackles & outside doesn’t match second-level 
  • Will shift down for his cuts
  • Could be more consistent as a blocker
  • Not the most explosive of runners
  • Doesn’t have stop-start engine
  • Lacks good burst around the edge
  • Not the most creative of runners

Overview

There is a lot to like about J.K. Dobbins and it has him as the No. 2 running back for many draftniks. However, there are a large number of concerns to his game that simply aren't fixable by coaching or experience. 

Dobbins doesn’t have the loose hips, or wiggle quickness to make defenders miss and create a lot of explosive plays for himself. He relies a lot on the blocking upfront, which he won't always get in the NFL. What traits that Dobbins does have could see him end up being a solid between-the-tackles runner, but he is best suited as being part of a running back by committee.

Fit with Broncos

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Grade: No. 81 Overall Prospect

Where he Goes: Round 2

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Erick Trickel
ERICK TRICKEL

Erick Trickel is the Senior Draft Analyst for Mile High Huddle, has covered the Denver Broncos, NFL, and NFL Draft for the site since 2014. 

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