Saquon Barkley NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for New York Giants' Pick

POSITIVES

—A rare athlete with excellent size, speed, vision and hands. A true three-down back.

—Runs with 4.40 speed and has rare start-stop burst and balance. Can beat defenders to daylight.

—Has the best hands of any back in the class and is a clean, natural pass-catcher.

—Had touchdowns as a runner, receiver, returner and passer at Penn State.

—Is a seamless fit into any offensive system with generational tools.

—Barkley is the type of back teams can plug in and ride to wins. Has All-Pro tools.

NEGATIVES

—Barkley doesn't always run to his size and won't run through contact.

—Bypasses inside holes for the outside and looks to bounce plays often.

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OVERALL

Barkley is one of the easiest evaluations in the NFL draft. He's a natural athlete with special skills and is clean off the field with great football and personal character. Barkley is the clear top prospect in this draft.

GRADE: 9.00 (Top Overall Player)

PRO COMPARISON: Marshall Faulk, retired