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Darran Hall (Colorado St.) - 1999 NFL Draft Pick #186 by TEN

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Pre-Draft Analysis for Darran Hall - 1999 NFL Draft

College: Colorado State University

Position: Running Back

Darran Hall entered the 1999 NFL Draft as a promising prospect out of Colorado State, where he showcased a blend of speed, agility, and overall athleticism. Here’s a breakdown of his pre-draft analysis:

• Strengths:
  • Excellent speed and acceleration, capable of breaking away from defenders.
  • Good hands, able to contribute in the passing game as a receiver out of the backfield.
  • Strong vision and ability to find holes in the defensive line.
  • Durable with a solid track record of staying healthy throughout college.
• Weaknesses:
  • Need for improvement in pass protection skills; struggled at times to pick up blitzes.
  • Inconsistent ball security; had issues with fumbles during critical games.
  • Limited experience against top-tier competition, which raised questions about his readiness for the NFL.
• Overall Potential:

  Darran Hall was viewed as a potential mid-round pick with the ability to develop into a solid backup running back or a change-of-pace back in a committee system. His speed and receiving skills could make him a valuable asset in a team’s offensive scheme.

Teams were impressed by Hall's athleticism and versatility, but concerns over his pass protection and consistency kept him from being a top-tier prospect in the draft.