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Tyler Gaffney (Stanford) - 2014 NFL Draft Pick #204 by CAR

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Tyler Gaffney (2014 NFL Draft)

Player Overview:

Tyler Gaffney was a running back from Stanford University, known for his powerful running style and impressive vision on the field. After a standout college career, he declared for the NFL Draft, where he was expected to make an impact.

  • College Career:
    • Played four seasons at Stanford, showcasing versatility and durability.
    • In his senior year, he rushed for over 1,700 yards and scored 8 touchdowns.
    • Demonstrated strong blocking skills and the ability to catch passes out of the backfield.
  • Physical Attributes:
    • Height: 6'0"
    • Weight: 220 lbs
    • Strong lower body, allowing for effective power running.
  • Strengths:
    • Excellent vision and patience when finding running lanes.
    • Ability to break tackles and gain yards after contact.
    • Solid pass-catching ability, making him a dual-threat option.
  • Areas for Improvement:
    • Needs to improve speed and explosiveness to outrun defenders at the next level.
    • Injury history may raise concerns about durability in the NFL.
  • Projected Draft Round:
    • Considered a mid-round selection, potentially in the 4th to 6th round range.

Tyler Gaffney was viewed as a solid running back prospect with the potential to contribute to an NFL team, particularly as a complementary back who could excel in short-yardage situations and as a receiver out of the backfield.