Cowboys ‘Matchup Nightmare!’ Deuce Vaughn Scouting Report - from LaDainian Tomlinson
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Dallas Cowboys running back Deuce Vaughn has garnered plaudits from every corner since being taken in the sixth round of the NFL Draft.
But the latest piece of praise has come from a Hall of Fame running back that many regard as one of the best ever - LaDainian Tomlinson.
Despite Vaughn's diminutive stature (5-5) the Kansas State running back put up good numbers in back-to-back seasons as a runner and receiver, giving him ability to be a serious threat in the passing game.
Tomlinson detailed why Vaughn will be so hard to stop out of the Cowboys backfield next season.
"I think Deuce can be a matchup nightmare out of the backfield," Tomlinson said on NFL Total Access. “A lot of people are comparing him to Darren Sproles, who was one of the best ever out of the backfield running routes, creating mismatches. I see Deuce Vaughn in the same light. You can put Deuce Vaughn in the slot … There's no way you're going to stop him one-on-one running option routes. You can also bring him out of the backfield, put him on the perimeter …
“ I'm telling you right now, the Cowboys will find a place and find a way to utilize Deuce Vaughn's skills.”
Deuce was productive as a pass-catcher for Kansas State as he totaled 116 receptions, 1,280 receiving yards, and nine touchdowns in his three college seasons.
While all the praise is deserved as of now, there are still four other running backs on Dallas' roster that Deuce has to compete with.
But if he puts his best foot forward and is on the roster come Week 1, then we will see if he can become the 'matchup nightmare' out of the backfield LT thinks he'll be.
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