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Art Baker (College Stats) - 1961 NFL Draft Pick #14 by PHI

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Art Baker - 1961 NFL Draft

Player Profile:

  • Name: Art Baker
  • College: College Stats
  • Position: Running Back
  • Height/Weight: 6'0", 195 lbs

Collegiate Performance:

  • Demonstrated exceptional speed and agility on the field.
  • Recorded impressive rushing yards and touchdowns during his college career.
  • Known for his ability to break tackles and gain yards after contact.

Strengths:

  • Explosive acceleration and quickness.
  • Strong vision for finding holes and navigating through defenses.
  • Good hands, capable of contributing in the passing game.

Concerns:

  • Inconsistency in ball security; needs to avoid fumbles.
  • Injury history that could raise red flags for teams.

Overall Assessment:

Art Baker was viewed as a dynamic running back with the potential to make an immediate impact in the NFL. His combination of speed and agility made him a valuable asset for any team looking to enhance their offensive capabilities. However, teams would need to assess his injury history and ensure he could maintain ball security at the professional level.

Projected Draft Round: 2nd to 3rd Round