Scouting Report: Wyatt Shallman
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| Tom Van Haaren interviews Wyatt Shallman (image via ESPN) |
Height: 6’3″
Weight: 255 lbs.
Class: 2013
Position: Running back, fullback, defensive end
School: Novi (MI) Catholic Central
Notes: Holds offers from Cincinnati, Michigan, Michigan State, Syracuse . . . Teammate of 2012 commit Matt Godin . . . As a sophomore in 2010, rushed the ball 53 times for 355 yards and 6 touchdowns; also made 32 tackles, 6 tackles for loss, and 2 sacks
Strengths: Excellent size . . . Ability to make sharp jump cuts despite size . . . Keeps momentum going forward with consistency . . . Runs behind pads when he sees contact coming . . . Keeps feet churning through contact . . . Drives pile . . . Fundamentally sound at defensive end
Weaknesses: Just mediocre speed/quickness for a college tailback . . . Good initial pop when blocking but doesn’t finish blocks . . . Looks as if he doesn’t take pride in defense . . . Somewhat lackadaisical and passive at defensive end . . . Doesn’t chase ballcarriers with passion . . . Too much of a finesse player at defensive tackle
Projection: Fullback
Reminds me of: Vince Helmuth