I think you're misinterpreting what I'm saying, because Duke Johnson as a prospect was solid:Bronco Billy wrote: ↑Mon May 10, 2021 7:37 amI’m dumbfounded. HITF do you watch tape of Javonte Williams and of Duke Johnson and even remotely see comparable players? I sincerely apologize for my tenor here, but I would really appreciate an explanation of your conclusions.Cameron Giles wrote: ↑Mon May 10, 2021 7:20 amI don't know. Williams doesn't strike me as so talented to maintain an edge over an RB with a better situation. Williams gives me some Duke Johnson vibes:
Duke: 4.54 (40Y), 1.61 (10Y), 121 broad jump, 5'9, 207
Javonte: 4.57 (40Y), 1.60 (10Y), 123 broad jump, 5'9, 212
But, those numbers are probably worse since it's Pro Day. I can see Williams being a decent PPR, committee back, but is he a long-term starter? I don't see it.
- Narrowly missed out on the ACC rushing title in his junior year to Dalvin Cook
- Was a very good receiving back
- Had an elite college target share for a RB (93rd percentile)
- Explosive with the ball in his hands and known for having versatility
- Electric in space
- Good at making defenders miss
- Didn't have breakaway speed, but reached top acceleration in a hurry
- Good first step out the backfield
I see a lot of those things in Williams, and not just the athletic measureables (which are still very relevant).
All I'm saying is that for me, the above would not be so good to keep him over Sermon going to arguably the best RB scheme in the league that has made stars out of players with worse talent than Sermon.