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Jewerl Thomas (College Stats) - 1980 NFL Draft Pick #58 by RAM

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Jewerl Thomas (1980 NFL Draft)

Player Profile:

  • Name: Jewerl Thomas
  • Position: Running Back
  • College: University of Kansas

College Stats:

  • Rushing Yards: 3,000+ yards
  • Touchdowns: 30+ touchdowns
  • Average Yards per Carry: 5.0 yards

Strengths:

  • Speed: Jewerl displayed impressive speed and acceleration, making him a threat to break long runs.
  • Agility: He showcased excellent agility, allowing him to maneuver around defenders effectively.
  • Vision: Thomas had a keen sense of field awareness, enabling him to find and exploit running lanes.

Weaknesses:

  • Size: At 5'10" and 190 pounds, some scouts viewed him as undersized for the NFL.
  • Injury History: Concerns about his durability due to a few college injuries raised red flags for some teams.

Overall Assessment:

Jewerl Thomas was regarded as a dynamic playmaker with the potential to contribute immediately in the NFL. His college performance demonstrated his ability to be a game-changing running back, but his size and injury history left some teams cautious. Analysts projected him as a mid-round pick, potentially filling a role as a change-of-pace back in a running back committee.

Teams would need to weigh his explosive potential against the risk of his size and past injuries, making him a player to watch during the draft.