NFL Draft Profile: Darius Hagans, Running Back, Virginia State Trojans
Darius Hagans
Virginia State Trojans
#9
Pos: RB
Ht: 5114
Wt: 5114
Hand: 209
Arm: 914
Wing: 3138
40: 4.48
DOB: 7/11/1999
Hometown: Chesapeake, VA
High School: Grassfield
Eligibility: 2023
Evaluation:
A big, hard-nosed runner, Hagans possesses excellent size, a strong frame and exceptional burst. Additionally, Hagans is a capable pass-catcher who runs adequate routes and is used in the passing game as more than just a bubble screen option. You will see him run plenty of wheel routes and will test the defense downfield with his speed in the pass game. One area for much improvement is in pass protection. Hagans needs some more dog in him in that area and you would like to see him be a bit more active when his number isn’t called, or when he doesn’t have the ball in his hands. Overall, his blend of size, speed, power and ability to play all special teams units make him a bonafide roster candidate at the NFL level. The best case scenario, he can win a job as kick returner and evolve into a dependable third running back option on the depth chart, the tools are all there.
Background:
Has been timed in the 4.3-range, according to head coach Henry Frazier. In three seasons at VSU, played 29 games, running 420 times for 2,069 yards (4.9 average) and 17 rushing touchdowns, along with 31 catches for 428 receiving yards (13.8 average) along with five receiving touchdowns. A First Team All-CIAA selection in 2022. Originally began at DII program Alderson Broaddus (WV) and ran for 376 yards with four touchdowns as a freshman. He would eventually transfer to Virginia State and redshirt in 2018. Initially played under head coach Reggie Barlow (XFL). Has also been invited to the 2023 HBCU Legacy Bowl.
