Could we once again, see another 6th round gem in the making? Or is it simply what happens in college, stays in college?
The knock on this player is that he is small, he is injury ridden, or he doesn't have the speed.
I would like to take the time to state that I personally feel the Indianapolis Colts have found a diamond in the rough with the recent drafting of Michigan's all time leading rusher in Mike Hart.
Mike Hart proved beyond the shadow of a doubt that he was and can be a productive runner weither it be on a collegiate level, or professional level.
Here is a breakdown of Mike Hart's individual rushing totals throughout his career as a wolverine.
2004, 1455 yds., 5.2 yds. per carry, 9 touchdowns.
2005, 662 yds. 4.4 yds. per carry, 4 touchdowns. (injury shortened season).
2006, 1,562 yds. 4.9 yds. per carry, 14 touchdowns.
2007, 1,361 yds. 5.1 yds. per carry , 14 touchdowns.
Once again, my opinion, now that's production. Did I state that Mike Hart carried the pigskin almost 1,000 consecutive times without a lost fumble.
I look forward to seeing Mike Hart on the field, I feel it is just a matter of time before he earns a spot on a roster, perhaps the Colts, or somewhere else, where he can prove all of his critics wrong.
I might recall they also said the same thing about the NFL'S all time leading rusher, and soon to be Hall of Famer Emmit Smith.
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2 months ago
Well, they recently signed veteran RB Dominic Rhodes and Addai has the job barring a complete meltdown or a serious injury, so Hart will probably be very quiet for the foreseeable future, if he makes Indy's roster, which isn't a sure thing, also Emmit was a high first round pick, so that parallel is a difficult one to draw. Hart to me looks like s lightly less productive, less fumble prone version of Rutgers standout Ray Rice, another small power back.
from 2 months ago
I would just like to take the time to thank you for your input to the article I wrote. At this time this is the first article I have written, and I welcome comments and suggestions, once again, thank you!
2 months ago
I'm disappointed in the Rhodes signing.. but I think Mikey can contribute to the Colts. He did land in the right spot.
2 months ago
The biggest question is going to be if his body can sustain the physical play at the next level. Hart was run into the ground by Lloyd Carr and friends. It will be interesting to see if he can stay healthy.
2 months ago
DADDY YOU ARE A GOOD WRITER AND I LOVE YOU!!!
8 days ago
I think that Mike will prove himself and be a great backup for Addai in the long run
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