Keenan Reynolds NFL Draft 2016: Scouting Report, Grade for Ravens Rookie

POSITIVES

A four-year starter as an option quarterback at Navy, Keenan Reynolds was one of the most electric, productive players in college football. He rushed for more than 1,000 yards in each of the last three seasons and totaled 4,559 career yards and 88 touchdowns.

Reynolds has the ability to run past defenders to the corner and get upfield for plus yardage. He's not a true sprinter, but he has the juice to shake a would-be tackler and create chunk yards. The best way to describe his running style is slippery, as Reynolds can make defenders miss and can make himself skinny to slide through small rushing lanes.

As a natural runner, Reynolds can withstand contact and keep his feet churning. He's aware and smart when asked to make decisions with the ball in his hands.

NEGATIVES

With 32 career fumbles, Reynolds has to answer questions about ball security if he intends to play running back in the NFL. Of course, playing quarterback in an option offense means more opportunities to fumble, but even if you just observe his film without counting the fumbles, he's loose with the ball.

Reynolds' measurables look like a running back's, but his actual build is more like a slot receiver with thinner legs and narrow shoulders. A role as a third-down back best fits his frame, but given his time at quarterback, Reynolds has no experience running routes or catching the football.

A lack of power will keep him off the field around the goal line, and a lack of blocking skill will keep him off the field on passing downs. NFL teams must figure out if his raw running skills are worth the investment.

Because of his naval commitment, Reynolds is due to serve five years in the Navy or Marine Corps after graduation. This could affect his ability to play in the pros, even if players like Joe Cardona (long snapper, Patriots) have received waivers in the past to carry out their service while playing in the NFL.

COMBINE RESULTS

Height: 5'9 5/8"

Weight: 191 lbs.

40 Time: 4.57s

3-Cone: N/A

Short Shuttle: N/A

PRO COMPARISON: Dri Archer, New York Jets
FINAL GRADE: 5.00/9.00 (Priority Free Agent)